High School of Commerce - Caduceus Yearbook (Springfield, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 190 of the 1988 volume:

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Activities 40 thee C22 eRe £3 . AWayne McClean, Leon Davis, Maribel Ortiz and Alan McTizic discuss lay- out techniques. Activities AGathering around Advisor Smist for their article assignments are Wayne McClean, Jonathan Fuss and Julie Dinnie. he “Commerce Executive” ex- hibited quite a few changes this year that have made our school’s newspa- per even better than in the past years, if that’s possible. For the first time in many years, 28 inexperienced juniors and trained sen- iors combined to form the staff, thus creating an environment where seniors instructed juniors in the finer points of interviewing and article writing. An ex- citing blend of techniques and points of view were the outcome. Topics of concern this year ranged from new school policies, such as our expanded exchange student policy and Project SCOOP, to the more per- A guest speaker demonstrates how to conduct an interview for Todd Zeo. WAlan McTizic makes sure his sports article will fit. sonal side of student life. Guest soeak- ers from local newspapers were pro- cured, fund-raisers were initiated and field trips were planned. The most visible modification was the “With all these creative minds on this staff, this pa- per should surpass all oth- tt ers. newspaper staff's new advisor, Mr. Smist. Although a first year journalism teacher, he has had experience work- ing on Warner School's “Warner Ga- zette’’ during his student teacher days. Since Mr. Smist has always been inter- ested in writing, updating school news Members of the Newspaper Staff, back: Pat Kenny, Ron Cassesse, Mike Warren, Ste- phen Pulchtopek, Dan Feli- ciano and Dag Pfefferle; sec- ond row: Julie Dinnie, Linda Preston, Robert Jerome and Charlot Laarhoven; third row: Ramon Robles, Anabel Cruz, Sharon Taylor, Sharolyn Vickers and Lisa Gilbert; fourth row: Michelle Sulewski, Liz Reyes and Ann Santiago; fifth row: Cheryl Roberts, Maribel Ortiz, Alan MctTizic, Elizabeth Williams, Carla West and Todd Zeo; front: Leon Davis, Mr. Smist, Wayne McClean and Jonathan Fuss, EXxeCuTIVes and seeing students professionally put together a newspaper, he gladly ac- cepted the challenge extended to him. The purpose of journalism class is not only to print our school’s news} aper, but a lso to prepare students for the business world. Not only are there nu- merous openings in journalistic fields, but interviewing skills helo one get to know others better, and good commu- nication skills are always beneficial in the business world. The favorable result of this year’s newspaper justifies what Mr. Smist has said all year — that “the student body should be proud to have such a hard working group of people working to- gether for the creation of the ‘Com- merce Executive’.”’ Activities Ub ave you ever wondered who keeps the accurate records for all the money that goes through Commerce for our yearbooks, caps and gowns, di- ploma cases and prom and banquet tickets? Who could possibly have the time and patience to do this tedious job? Well, homeroom 143 has a major part in it, but these students couldn’t do much without the help of Mr. Tenc- Zar. The G.O. class meets during home- room and for the first two periods that follow. This gives the members time to keep all those files accurate for each student ... and they learn in the pro- AG.O. members, first row: Dawn Curtis, Nydia Rosario, Barbara Cze- lusniak, Carolyn Severino, Elizabeth Santiago, Vionet Garcia, Madeline Villodas and Tammy Gallagher; back row: Stacy Bilodeau, Azanda Howard, Betty Gandy, Chin No, Ewa Zduniewicz and Anabela Cruz. Activities a bat CESs. With over $35,000 going through that room every year, G.O. students need an admirable teacher such as Mr. T to help keep the books straight and to be patient and kind when they make those careless mistakes, But since your record has to be practically flawless to be selected, mistake mak- ing does not happen too often. Mr. Tenczar has been directing the Glitters G.O,. accounting since 1981, and feels that it is a great job. But teaching was not exactly the thing on Mr. Tencezar’s mind when he started college. “| want- ed money, so! majored in accounting. | had a part-time accounting job while in college.” But then he did some work with kids one summer and decided that he “liked working with kids more than working in an office.” Besides putting himself fully into his job as G.O. advisor, Mr. Tenezar teach- es accounting two nights a week and plays with a band every once in a while. We are certainly happy that Mr. T enjoys teaching us, because we enjoy being taught by him! AVionet Garcia tallies the amount of senior dues she has han- dled during one day. {Mr. Tenczar encourages students to take their time and use accuracy. AJulie Dinnie and Barbara Czelusniak search through the files of student records to check a G.O. payment. AG.O. members: Russ Costa, Edwin Zar- vala, Ying Bun Chung, Melvin Rodriguez, Carmelo Toledo and Mr. Tenczar. Activities ADeana Romasco, Pablo Flores and Alicia Cayode ACo-editors Kate Belniak and Alicia Cayode dis- reminisce with the help of last year’s yearbook. cuss ideas for a better Caduceus, Activities great! oom 218 ... what goes on be- hind that door? Well, besides being the room for Miss McCarthy’s English classes, it’s also the control center for Commerce's yearbook. Everyone knows what's in a year- book, but do you realize how much work goes into that big red book filled with pictures? This year, our staff, co-edited by Ali- cia Cayode and Kate Belniak, was a mixture of 12 juniors and seniors. Aided greatly by master photographer Corey Nedeau, the staff searched out every nook and cranny of Commerce’s hal- lowed halls for things of interest. We even resorted to sneaking up on stu- dents at juice bars, malls and theatres que so that the complete life of the Com- merce student could be depicted. Don’t be mistaken, a yearbook is a lot more than just placing pictures one after another. It’s Miss Murphy and her staff contacting potential advertisers. It's knowing what’s happening and where it’s happening. It’s making sure photographs will be developed in time for the deadline, and having interviews written up with plenty of time remain- ing for rewriting. It’s creating aestheti- Alhe Ye arbook Staff members, front: Stacy Bilodeau, Pablo Flores and Marjo- rie Kochanowicz; middle: Barbara Czelusniak, Kate Belniak, Cassandra Bolston and Michele Stasiak; back: Alicia Cayode, Michelle Petell and Corey Nedeau. Not pictured: Deana Romasco and Lissette Torres. Capoules cally pleasing layouts, identifying peo- ple, making sure names are spelled correctly, blowing up pictures, writing captions and ... selling candy bars. Yes, candy bars! To make the year- book the best it can be, we felt the need to raise money. The result is a larger book with several subtle changes in it. Our cover is also unique: the design was conceptualized by our staff. Some people may ask why a maga- zine or book company doesn’t create the yearbook instead of students. It is understandable, however, that stu- dents can relate more to school activi- ties, they learn in the process and de- rive great satisfaction from producing a “time capsule” of their stay. Please enjoy. Alhe efforts of Miss Murphy and her advertising staff of Krista Pepper and Mia Dixon helped make this year’s year- book a success. Alissette Torres interviews foreign ex- change students. Activities Wihe School Store workers, front: Dino Bedi nelli, Bridget Pick- ering, Jean No, Gwen Gesin, Irene Lytras, Michelle Petell, De- loris Askkew and Corey Nedeau; back: Barbara Czelusniak, Melis- sa Federico, Tammy Clarke, Pa- tricia Chouinard, Cindy Guevin, Christine Suchecki, Kate Belniak and Tracy Swift. — here’s only a few minutes left to class and the students are growing im- patient. While they’re waiting for the bell to ring, they‘re searching for fifty cents, They’re scouting out the easiest way to get to the school store to buy candy and whatnots without being late for their next class. Candy may be popular, but it’s not the only item the school store has to offer. Remember how you forgot to buy anew pen last night for English or a pencil for math? Well, don’t worry. Just stop by the school store in the morning and buy your pens, pencils and even 16 | Activities Michelle Petell and Jean No are sitting pretty surrounded by time. notebooks. The school store is also instrumental in boosting school spirit. It sells red and white pom-poms that come in handy for Red Day, rallies and games. They also have keychains and stuffed Raider animals. Students can even show their school spirit by wearing clothes bought in the school spirit items. WRinging up a sale, Tammy Clarke counts her change a second store. They have classy looking Com- merce sweatshirts, shorts, tee-shirts, football shirts and even Commerce socks. How’s that for variety? Mr. Varzeas is the school store advi- sor, and his marketing classes help keep the books. There are also many students who volunteer to work in the store during their study periods. Cindy Guevin is the manager and there are three assistant managers: Tammy Clarke, Melissa Federico, and Barbara Czekusniak. The money made in the, store goes towards the buying of new merchandise, but any profits made go to the G.O. account which pays for senior activities. Alaress Marshall, Tammy Clarke and Dolores Askew find there’s a lull when Alaress Marshall interests a customer in buying i i two shakers. classes are in session, Activities 47 AMrs. Christman gives Jonathan Fuss information about the candy sale, 18 @ Activities riaianeats 3 ' 4 AMarisha Clinton keeps a record of how she’s been of service to her school and community. WMrs. Christman passes out candy bars to Treasurer Stacy Bilodeau for a fund-raiser. ‘Below: Barbara Czelusniak (back to) dons an honors stole and chats with other honors members right before the Induction. gn t was begun in 1962 by Mrs. Helen Rankin, and is keeping the pride in our school. It’s the Stanley O. Smith Chapter of the National Honor Soci- ety. Today it is advised by Mrs. Christman. On January 13, 1988, Mrs. Christman carefully and successfully oversaw the Induction ceremony for the new and two-year members. The members were honored by having Superinten- dant of Schools Mr. Donahoe, City Councilor Mrs. Kateri Walsh, School Committee members Attorney Ken- neth Shea and Mrs. Allene Curto and our own Mr. Basiliand Ms. DiSanti. Dur- ing the Induction, the officers and two- WNational Honor Society Members, first row: J. Lopez, A. Morales, B. Hebert, B. Czelusniak, M Kochanowicz, M. Clinton and C. St. John; second row: Y. Ha Chung, G. Fitzgerald, C. Chu No, A. Cruz, A. Cayode, S. Bilodeau, J. Fuss, C. Nedeau and M. Federico: third row: J. Cumba, W. Ramos, J Sanchez, F. Higgins, S. Vickers, E. McCray, M, Restrepo, A. Lessard, L. Preston, M. Chagnon and Mrs Christman; fourth row: T. Nguyen, T. Zeo, C. Bolston, D Marquez, J. Metcalf, J. Dinnie, Y. Bun Chung and M. Petell; fifth row: D. Bamber, K, Wilson, D. Tran, E. Villodas, V. McMillian, J. Caudle, L. Williams, C ot year members related facts about the Honor Society. President Alicia Cayode spoke on the history of the Society, and stated that it was named after a for- mer principal of Commerce; member- ship was discussed by Vice President Anabela Cruz, who mentioned the four traits that determine membership. They are character, scholarship, lead- Toledo, L. Robles and V. Garcia. a ership and service. Mrs. Walsh then shared research she had done in comparing the American school system with those of other countries. She related how great the opportunities are here for the young people. The new members then recited the pledge and accepted their cerrtifi- cates, while two-year members ac- cepted their honorary pins. Throughout the year, members stayed active. They worked together to raise money for senior scholarships and for the Forest Park Children’s Zoo. Activities WCommerce ski enthusiasts congregate for a break before catching a lift WsSki Club Members: G. Perri, E. Janas, C. Van Laarhoven, L. Torres, R. Williams, A. Darc, D. Pfefferle and M. Trombley new and exciting activity recently organized is the Ski Club, Although there have been semi-successful ski clubs in the past, there was none in existence last year. However, it has emerged this year with twenty ex- tremely enthusiastic members. Meeting monthly during activity peri- od, the Commerce skiers were advised by Miss Moynihan, who has been skiing since she was a child, and Mr. Varzeas, an eight year ski veteran. Together they planned weekend trips up north and talked up a storm about tech- niques and equipment. Both Miss Moynihan and Mr. Varzeas Activities were delighted that there was so much response by the students. “It was nice that we were able to start the Ski Club so that the students who never had the exposure were able fo try it,” added Miss Moynihan. Two one-day trios were taken this year. In February and in March, buses were rented, and 15 students and fac- ulty headed for Stratton Mountain in Vermont with ski equipment and bagged lunches in hand. Five people attending rented skis. During those Sunday field trips, the two advisors stayed with fledgling ski- ers and gave them constant instruc- tion, while the more experienced skiers took to the slopes on their own. Next year there are even bigger plans in the works. Mr. Varzeas stated, “We would like to see if we could get into Berkshire East in Charlemont for five weeks of instruction and free skiing.” Wy ge he Student Council began the year with a new aavisor, Miss Gallo, and high expectations, and they followed through the year with a surge of energy. A calendar sale was the first fund- raiser the Student Council generated. They also sold candy and made the first Red Day of the school year special by selling red and white carnations. They also spent numerous hours mak- ing Christmas ornaments for the Giving Tree at Baystate West. The members ended with over 5,000 ornaments for the tree, the largest donation by any school or organization. For each orna- ment, Milton Bradley donated a toy to AShandell Carter looks over the month’s agenda of community involvement AAbove: Miss Gallo helps her Student Council members sell pom-poms a child in a homeless shelter. With many hours of hard work and preparation, the Student Council host- ed alarge awards assembly just before Christmas break. Miss Gallo presented Mayor Neal with two checks to help the funding for the Forest Park Kiddie Zoo and for a homeless shelter on Worthington Street. This would not Coursciousuess have been possible if it were not for the success of the fund-raisers. The Student Council has also taken over the duties of a Key Club. The Key Club is an organized club under the guidance of the Kiwanis that helps in community projects. Miss Gallo and her Student Council Key Club members held a clothing drive and collected several dozen boxes of badly needed clothing. There’s no doubt that the Student Council has worked very hard this year, and that their activities have raised school and community spirits. Aly ii . 7 AStudent Council Members, first row: K. Egerton, B. Czelusniak, H. Ramos, A. McCray and S. Johnson; second row: Miss Gallo, S$. Sutton, L. Williams, S. Carter, C. St. John, L. Preston and G. Lockett; third row: L. Chaplin, S. Franklin, C. No and A, Brown ASondra Sutton poses beneath an Open House poster Activities Ln Ie Ae a i ta a i RE tO tt EA EOLA ASE SL LOLA LALLA EAE I SIE WDeana Romasco and Michelle Petell design a bulletin board for SADD. WBelow: SADD Members, first row: L. Torres, S. Bilodeau, A. Cayode, T. Desrosiers and B. Czelusniak; second row: C. Nedeau, C. Powell, M. Petell, M. Koshanowiez and C. Butler; third row: D. Romasco, D. Hayes, C. Bolston, P. Turner. he SADD Chapter at the High School of Commerce has been in existence for the past three years, but this is the first year it has been so active. Stacy Bilo- deau, president, arranged for speakers to come in from Alcoholics Anonymous and from the Western Massachusetts Correctional Alcohol Center. The speakers from AA went to indi- vidual classes and told students how alcohol had affected their lives. They went into detail as to how the lives of their wives, husbands, children and friends were also changed. From the WMCA Center, SADD had four different speakers to talk to the Activities assembly FISH LONG fYOU 8 i DRY student body in the auditorium. Ms. Roz Carter briefly sooke of what the pro- gram does for alcoholics. Officer Lewis Rivers told of his experiences with drink- ing and driving related accidents. Then the two victim speakers were Wayne, who is an alcoholic, and Colleen, who killed a schoolmate while drinking and driving. Both stories kept the auditorium WPresident of SADD, Stacy Bilodeau, introduces guest speakers during a pre-vacation WBelow: Lissette Torres passes out Contracts for Life after the assembly. quiet enough to hear a pin drop. Six of the 40 SADD members volun- teered their time to pass out Contracts for Life at the end of the assembly. Our SADD Chapter was fortunate enough to arrange to take a tour of the Howard Street detention center, where those who have been arrested for drinking and driving are held as they try to reform. Mr. McCarthy aided Stacy Bilodeau in obtaining the required phone num- bers to arrange for the speakers, while Miss McCarthy, advisor, carefully watched progress being made. oye hat is the Model UN? Well, it is the UN in min- iature. The United Na- tions is a worldwide or- ganization of countries established to promote peace and harmony among nations. According to Mr. Scott, advisor, the Model UN is an excellent educational tool through which students from differ- ent schools represent UN countries and discuss and debate world issues. “They learn skills of debate, compromise and resolution writing,”” commented Mr. Scott. “They have become so in- volved, they are even writing to em- bassies in Washington for information AModel U.N. Members, first row: L. Gilbert, H. Ramos and J. Long; second row: D. Askew, A. Reynolds, T. Pieniak and T. Swift; not present: R. Stoddard and R. Ramsey THE CITY LIBRARY SPRINGFIELD (MA) CITY LIBRARY qe about countries they represent.” This activity, which met several times amonth, debated two particular issues in depth this year: (1) What position should the UN take regarding problems of the Persian Gulf? (2) Should the UN recognize the African National Con- gress as a legitimate representative of South African peoples? Globe These involved students traveled to New York to visit the actual UN this past February. While there, members had the opportunity to meet model mem- bers from other area schools, tour the UN building and talk with UN staff. Their local conference was held this past spring at Western New England Col- lege. This year’s representatives were Hamilton Ramos and Lisa Gilbert for E. Germany, Lorraine Watt, Tracy Swift and Tracy Pieniak for Egypt, Authrine Reynolds and Shelley Davis for Zambia, Racine Ramsey and Jennifer Long for Ireland, and Rhonda Stoddard and An- gela Ashe for China. a 4 wl AdHamilton Ramos, Lisa Gilbert, Rhonda Stoddard and Authrine Reynolds try to pinpoint their respective countries Activities t was a year of spotlights and raves for Commerce’s music department. The Show Choir made its first tele- vision appearance in November on Channel 57, the local Public Broadcast- ing Station. Miss Wcislo was asked to perform on a TV program featuring music and art activities. She chose the Show Choir for several reasons. One was because of the nature of the material involved and the choir’s direct involvement with mu- sic, art and dance. Another was the discipline of the group and their talent. Miss Wcislo commented, “We have been seeking an opportunity like this Alhe Show Choir entertained the school during our Christmas assembly. Alop: The Concert Choir performed at Mayor Neal’s inaugural Ball. Activities for a long time, and now we finally have it.” The High School of Commerce Con- cert Choir was chosen to perform at “The Show Choir made its ision Cc ppearance first television this year.” Mayor Richard Neal’s Inaugural Ball by the Committee to Elect Richard E. Neal on Saturday, February 6, at Spring- field’s Sheraton Tara Hotel. Miss Wcislo revealed that the group was invited to perform as a direct result of their impressive performance during the Christmas concert at City Hall on November 30. Mayor Neal was in attendance at the program and was quite impressed with the outstanding job of the Con- cert Choir. There are also three other groups that perform for the music depart- ment. The Gospel Choir is an extracurri- cular activity that meets after school to study only gospel music. The Maari- gal Choir sings with no accompani- ment, while the Chorus concentrates on traditional music. Alhe Chorus concentrates on traditional music. Alop: The Madrigal choir sings with no accompaniment. AlThe Gospel Choir is an extra-curricular activity that meets after school Alaress Marshall enjoys the rest of the Christmas assembly after her performance 25 Activities WCherylann St. John learns the art of applying make-up to Dan Turgeon. WBottom: Janette Rubet, Elizabeth Diaz and Maritza Osorio are alive with anticipation before the presentation of That Girl From Texas. Wynn Maillet receives finishing touches to help her look “in character.” WBottom: James Mannino and Robin Bailey buddy up to rehearse. La po Drama Class Members, first row: Gloria Lopez and Jackie Del- gado; second row: Dan Turgeon, Lenise Williams, Liz Chaplin, Lisa Ross and Karen Weiss; third row: Nate Stover, Julia Caudle, Corey Miles, Heather Rogers and Robert LaFlamme. 26 @ Activities WW} 0 reak a leg!! What do you think of when you hear these words? Acting, of course. And to provide our talented adolescents with the opportunity to grow, a period 7 drama class was initiated this year. These dedicated “‘hams’”’ performed two plays this past year. The first perfor- mance this winter was That Girl From Texas, The second play was greeted with raves this past spring. Ms. Dunn, the drama coach, said, “Now that the drama club has be- come a class, students have a better opportunity to study acting.’ She fur- OW ther stated, ‘Only students who are se- rious about acting are encouraged to take drama.” It is a one credit class made up of juniors and seniors who meet for one period a day. To join, first you must audition. Ms. Dunn picks out @ monologue which Pengection must be memorized and acted. But you must also have excellent atten- dance and “‘a desire to work together with the rest of the class to improve acting ability.” An actress from StageWest comes in three times a week to offer work- shops on acting. The class has also at- tended plays at StageWest and Sym- phony Hall. Next year they hope to go to New York and Boston to catch a few performances. lf you are interested, though, keep in mind that ‘joining the drama class re- quires an attitude that you will cooper- ate and work hard.” Aliz Chaplin, Karen Weiss and Nate Stover show their excitement two hours before That Girl From Texas. Activities ¢ wy eu e all know that it’s not easy being a teen- ager. We are con- stantly facing new problems and obsta- cles. The best way to deal with these everyday teenage problems is to stay on top of them and not get buried with them. This is not as easy as if sound s, and this is wnere Commerce can help. The Winner's Circle is a new club this year at Commerce. The founder and advisor is Miss Blakeslee. The main idea of this group is to give teenagers the opportunity to share their feelings. Teens need a place where they can feel comfortable enough to talk and AMembers of Commerce's Winner's Circle are joined by students from Central's AWARE group to listen to a guest speaker on “Improving Your Style Through Assertiveness.’ Activities od discuss any problems they may have. Once teens start to communicate, they will find that they’re not alone. The Winner's Circle also stresses the importance of building self-esteem and desiring the initiative to become a winner. By learning to stay on top of yourself, you are open to new chal- lenges and choices that you may not Esteem have noticed before. Throughout the year, speakers have come in to soeak to members of the club. One of the speakers, Julia May- cock, areporter from the Union, shared her feelings and comments in striving for self-satisfaction. All of us have a long road ahead. If we plan ahead, build up our strengths and put our mistakes and we aknesses behind us, we can all achieve our goals. This is just what the Winner's Cir- cle is all about. AWinner’s Circle Members, top to bottom: Tammy Howe, J. Kimberly Hanks, Michelle Huard, Melissa Porter and Malissa Small. Preparing a lecture are Aimee Rivera, co-sponsor of the club, and Terry Hodur, counselor at Bay State Center For Displaced Homemakers. WScott Jambors, a freshman, takes time to ponder his next move. (v hess is a game for every- one! There is no limit or re- striction for anyone. This is probably why Dr. Franson decided to become Chess Club advisor this past year. Meeting officially every activity peri- od, these students also head for room 449 before and after school each day to play. In fact, interest became so high among members, that a competi- tion with Longmeadow High School was held in February. Dr. Franson is not shy about his feel- ings for the game. “| cannot be moder- ate in my feelings toward chess,”’ he stated. ‘| ‘modestly’ feel that it should q be a part of everyone’s life. The game gives one immense amount of gratifi- cation, challenge and competition in a controlled setting. That is quite a return on arather modest investment in time. Could one ask for more?” Having had no special standing or ranking in chess organizations, Dr. Fran- son feels he is, at best, an intermediate Eudeauor level player who has played for over twenty years only for the pleasure of the game. But he does not hesitate to liken it to the normal artistic endeavors of society. “Chess can easily be considered an art form. Those who play the game know that it is not possible to play the same game twice. Every game is unique. Each game presents its own beauty and challenge. Win or lose, one gains enormous satisfaction from a game that is played well.” Activities Ce ee We tte efforts of Mrs. O'Neil and aides like Ivelisse Alhe smooth running of the library is due to the Merced, Ways aa : , WE BLE i Alicia ote ees from top to bottom ides Corey Anderson and Yvette Lewis. Activities ice a AOff Cayode 30 Wihe audio-visual aides: William Harrison, Scott Cornelio, Craig Misco and Ronald Pebley, WNurse’s aides, front row: Pamela Phelopoff, Lori White and Carmen Gonzalez, Emilia Capac- cio and Lisa Ross. eupsecees here’s one in every crowd who Is willing to help out. These students con- tribute to the various operations that allow the High School of Commerce to run smoothly by serving as aides for several activities. Such operations include delivering bulletins and supplies, writing out tardy passes and collecting attendance cards. ‘These office aides are a great help,” offered Mr. Malone, office sec- : retary. ‘It also helps them gain exper- ‘lence, too.” | In addition, we have library aides 'who check passes and collect over- due books. According to our librarian RRS ee babel ee Tel Mrs. O'Neil, they are providing a service for the students by making the library more functional. The nurse’s aides put forms together for sports, file students’ records, run er- rands and log students out of school. Mrs. Bogan admits, ‘| don’t know what I'd do without them. The cafeteria runs smoothly due to the help of the cafeteria aides, stu- Wihe library aides: Emilia Capaccio, Heather Croteau, Lisa Ross and Ula Wadlegger. a y Jue dents who cashier and collect and clean trays, Audio-visual aides play an important role because they deliver films and pro- jectors to the faculty. Mr. Olejarz feels just the way the rest of the faculty do, that “the AV students and materials are a tremendous asset to the learning experiences of the Commerce stu- dents.” Finally, many student volunteers are selected by their counselors to write out passes and deliver them during their study periods. Thanks to these personable people, Commerce is amore enjoyable place. Activities AStudents learn how to organize a party in Family Rela- tions class. oe Student Life | : STUDENT LIFE xtracurricular activities are the mainstay of every student. While intellectual juices are stirred in the class- room, Clubs and activities be- come a source of friendship, creativity and self-fulfillment. Marisha Clinton and Corey Nedeau attend an NHS meeting in the school cafe- teria. ALunch gives everyone a chance to socialize. a _—— Be Entertained XN | really enjoyed the Bridges program and the Army band. | think they should both return next year. Lorenzo Gaines find assemblies boring, ar d ther iS NO Dulpose for nem, Melissa Skala | think we should have an assembly at least once a week. Christina Robinson Student Life 47 : et S ssemblies are a great excuse for getting out of class. But they do have their Durpose, which could be fo inform, to inspire or even to generate school spirit. Commerce had its first rally of the year on October 30, complete with pom-poms and banners. Hurrays and hurrahs were heard throughout the building as the entire school cheered on the boys’ baseball and soccer teams and our own Raiderettes. There was also a contest to determine who was the loudest of the three classes and, like a breeze, the seniors won. A number of assemblies, many more than in past years, were staged this year. Before Christmas vacation, SADD featured reformed alcoholics who dra- matically related their tragic stories to an attentive audience. There were others: a Peach Basket assembly to honor the creation of basketball at Springfield College; an assembly hon- oring high academic achievement and perfect attendance; Bridges, a multi- media presentation to helo adoles- cents over the pitfalls of their age. When each assembly is evaluated, there can be no denying that they are definitely not a waste of class time. They add to what Commerce already has, tO produce an even more well- rounded student. Waiting patiently after our Peach Basket as- sembly for an autograph from Derek Brower, a Syracuse Orangemen, are Keisha Egerton and Bernitta Irving. WRory Donahue listens intently at a SADD as- sembly on alcohol abuse. Far left: The crowd of students lead by Miriam Irizarry are stirred by the Army Band. WSeniors enjoy the different musical numbers performed by the concert choir at the Christmas assembly. AAn Army Band member enthralls Commerce’s juniors and seniors. Student Life | 3° WAfter the seventh period bell, Jorge Rivera turns his radio on and tunes school out. A€ven during a baseball game, Eddie Parsons has time for his music. Robert Houle is being ‘cool’ with his radio. 36 Student Life usic! How it effects the human soul. Teenagers have their own special sounds, however. “My radio. Believe me, | like it loud.” That's the way many young people feel about their music. They prefer to “pump up the volume” because they find relax- ation and stimulation through their music. They “can feel the beat’ from “head to toe.’ Even if it’s a “silent morning,” a ‘thriller’ of a night or just another “‘manic Monday,’’ they can “let the music play” because it will “keep you hanging on.” lf they’re looking for a way to “escape” because of everyday frustrations, and they’re at the “point of no return,” they ‘got to fight for their right to party!” So whether it’s rock, pop, soul or rap they're looking for, there is always a way to let music ‘tell it to your heart’ and keep you going. Even if they “heard it through the grapevine,” or it was a “rumor,”’ music is still the “greatest love of all.’’ U2 will enjoy it! A bevy of walkmans are sported by Fred Correa, Pablo Flores, Francisco Rivera, Peggy Liri and Kim Mathieu. WDeana Romasco practices her kind of music. etter chanc to express them- | selves in the way they feel is best. Gwen Greene I like music today because there are so many different types so that everyone can relate fo it. Charlotte Van Laarhoven | think that music is a way to express yourself and your feelings. If unites the world in a special way because it is one of the world’s only com- mom forms of communication. Dagmar Pfefferle 4d Student Life Magicol -Mysticol Winter ough winter is bed and listen to the school can- cellations. 2 Elizabeth Santiago Nothing can compare to going out in the cold with a snow brush in your hand to face a snow-covered car. Barbara Czelusniak Give me Hawaii, give me Miami. . . give me anyplace that doesn’t have snow. Evelyn Pollard 41 Student Life Winter is the best when you stay in he temperature is slowly dropping and signs of snow are in the air. Just by looking at the calendar, one can't help but notice that winter is here for the dura- tion, Winter can mean many different things to people. Some find winter to be too cold, snowy and unpredicatable for their liking. A simple snow storm can ruin their plans and inconvenience them. There’s nothing worse than having to go outside ten minutes earlier to clean the snow and ice off the car. The other group of people are those who enjoy winter. To these people, taking advantage of winter and its accompany- ing characteristics can be fun and adven- turesome. The first snowfall of winter can bring the childhood out in people. Going outside to build a snowman or just to go sledding are two ways fo live it up in win- ter in the fluffy white snow. For the more daring people, why not hit the slopes and go skiing, or pull out that pair of skates from the closet and revive old techniques on the frozen pond. No matter which category you fall un- der, just bundle up and make the most of winter, because soon the heat and fans will be on. Barbara Czelusniak, Alicia Cayode and Stacy Bi- lodeau try their hand at tobogganing after a 6 inch snowfall. Vwill the real Pernell Harris please step forward? @Cleaning off your car in winter can be a drag. ‘WwWhen Barbara Czelusniak and Carolyn Severino visit Blunt Park to try a little ice skating, everyone stays clear. AChris Triba came prepared with scarf and boots. Student Life | 39 WStacy Bilodeau is introduced to a motorcyclist after the Columbus Day Parade. AFor Julie Dinnie and Tammy Clarke, weekends mean catching a movie. Want to know what's happening at the Bar Association juice bar? Ask Mike Trombly, Ann Santiago, Barry Greene and Jason Jarvis. 40 Student Life fter a full week of hitting the books, almost everyone looks forward to the weekend. Friday night through Sunday are the days that come alive for every teenager. Even if there is a special event like a birthday that usually occurs during the week, its celebration is often held off until the weekend when it may be savored without homework hassles. Most students look forward to a week- end filled with movies, parties and juice bars. Francisco Rivera, for example, en- joys “going to parties on Friday and Satur- day nights while leaving Sunday for time to relax on the couch watching football games.’’ On the other hand, freshman Johnathan Blake prefers to “sleep late, watch T.V., go to the movies or just soend a day in the mall.” However anyone spends their week- end, whether it is soent working, catching some extra Z's, hanging out or partying, it is still a break from school. Enjoy it while you can, because before you know it, Monday will be staring you in the face. Spring weekends are the time for Jamal Rentas to rev up the Ninja and take a friend like Lisa Rosario for a ride. Wimagine having a birthday on Christmas day? Carolyn Severino’s friends - --Joanna Metcalf, Su- zanne Severino, Julie Dinnie and Barbara Czelusniak - - -help her celebrate. | usually sleep, then wake up and sleep some more. Then it’s night, and! go fo sleep. Rhonda Hall My weekend is studying. Zoraida Reyes | look forward to weekends be- cause | can relax, and | don’t have to worry about anything. Daniel Turgeon [sleep late, then! spend all my mon- ey.” Irene Lytras i Student Life Things Go Bump In The | thought this past Halloween was a day that gave our students a chance to really express them- selves. If was the one and only chance fo adress against our so- called dress code and not get into trouble. Bernifta Irving For that one day, | could be anyone | wanted to be. Tami Desrosiers 47 42 Hi student Life That LH alloween dress up day, an occasion that was begun last year, seems to be com- ing a tradition. For one day during the year, students and teachers alike try to outdo each other, proving that students are just as batty as their teachers. Witches, cats, clowns and flashers were only a few of the many costumes streaking through the hallways on October 30. This year students showed more class spirit than last year. It was obvious from the time and effort put into their costumes and the ener- gy put forth in their roll playing. They also respected the rules better this year by not wearing masks on their faces. Teachers donned a variety of get ups to amuse the students. For example, Mr. O’Brien was unique in his homemade bull fighting costume, Mrs. Haley dressed as a stylish witch, Mr. Fiore was transformed into a sheik and Mr. Smist became a jailbird. Many Students who did not dress, wished they had, But this day was also designated as Red Day, so that those who didn’t wish to celebrate Halloween could, at least, show their school spirit by wearing red. It looks like Commerce is in for a crazy day of dress uo maddness for years to come. Lisa Richardson, Mechelle Griffith and Leon Spradiey pose as amaid, an Indian maiden and. ..aCommerce student, WGraduation came eight months early for Donna Brown, Sharon Glynn and Taress Marshall. WiIwo freshmen, Lynn Przybylski and Anne LaPorte join in with the Halloween fun. Far left: Is it Boy George? No, it’s Commerce’s own Diane Santaniello. AJeff Remillard applies his costume before school as friends look on. | Student Life | 43 in the WMichelle Petell and her two brothers always find time to eat a good breakfast Brushing teeth is just another morning ritual in Tami Desrosiers’ agenda. morning. Sa a lf for But he better hurry before he misses his bus. IMSe ick Jambora prepares hi AR school Student Life 44 ou are groping for the alarm to turn off that loud buzzing noise so you can sleep until the last minute. Soon you real- ize that you have slept longer than usual, so that you must rush to get ready for a “wonderful’” day at school. It is a big effort to crawl out of bed and head for the bathroom to take your daily shower — one of the many morning has- sles. The next thing you should do is eat a balanced meal for breakfast, but that ex- tra time you took to sleep gives you little time for eating. Instead of whole wheat toast and Wheaties, you grab a Snickers, Doritos and Coke. In addition, there’s brushing the teeth and hair, ironing today’s outfit, checking WTCC to see if school has been can- celled, preparing for the inclement weather and walking several blocks to catch the school bus. Students can be very remarkable at times, especially when it comes to get- ting to school. There are those who reli- giously get to school on time. For those of you who are early, the hassle is waiting for your friends or homeroom teacher to fi- nally arrive. Some of you don’t ever make it on time because you are overcome by the urge to stop at Burger King and social- ize. Others of you never make it to school at all. For these students, the morning has- sles must be just too much to bear. qTami Desrosiers freshens up for along day of tests and quizzes at school. Wihe finishing touch before the day begins for Corey Nedeau is putting in his contact lenses. Morning Hassles. And Habits - NN The worse mornings are when it’s snowing, and'l have fo shovel. ris Suchecki In the morning, | have no energy. Tracy Pieniak Jumping into the shower in the moming wakes me right up. Cindy Guevin | love waking up in the spring with the birds singing. If makes me feel glad to be dlive.”’ Denise Scott 47 Student Life 25 | nyone for blue light specials? K- Mart here we come! Shopping is enjoyed by most everyone today. Why even the guys are joining in with zeal in this age of materialism. Looking for different styles and original items that no one has is really a challenge, especially when it comes to clothes. At the beginning of the school year, cropped tops were news, but they have since become as common as homework, Gold lamé and leopard skin have come and gone, and skirts have evolved from maxi to mini. Tapes and records are a hot shopping item that cost from seven to ten dollars a wack. Popular this year were U2, INXS, Public enemy, Quiet Riot, Salt-n-Peppa, Whitesnake, Stryper, Keith Sweat and Aerosmith. Malls seem to be the best palce to shop. The Fairfield, Eastfield and Holyoke Malls are the most popular. And if a stu- dent is bored or has nothing better to do on Friday or Saturday night, the mall’s the place to run into friends, partake of fast food delights and catch a movie. Of course, shopping or just simply hang- ing around does add up financially. Twen- ty dollars for a sweater, $2.50 for a slice of pizza and cola, and $4.50 for a movie could leave one broke for the rest of the month. PIs Frank Rivera talking to a real doll? Or is he just shopping for Christmas presents? V‘‘There’s no accounting for some designers’ tastes,” interjects Leon Davis on a shopping spree. Shopping is a good way to meet — pie ies A Senior Shopping is about decision-making and comparing. Betrick Wilson Shopping is a way Of life. Nancy Martinez 41 Student Life eon : ; oa Ws : WAman of taste and style, Charles Flo- : me Pee’ US ; —_ a % res ponders which sweater to pur- % ae yaa) ee “7 chase, the yea arent sats , deinen Far left: Fred Douglas and Pedro Ragan discuss the pros and cons of the different types of Pe © = running shoes. | AA pretty dress for two pretty girls like Maria Restrepo and Maritza Osorio. Student Life | 47 Our lovely Commerce ladies always seem to be surrounded by a flock of handsome gentlemen. Standing out in a crowd is no trouble for Commerce students. a { what they don’t have. PEOPLE s students mature, they become aware of the unique light that shines within themselves and others. They begin to appreciate others for what they have to offer rather than focusing on ae Cex Lorenzo Gaines is one in a million with his winning smile and dapper looks. People Nancy Acconio Ramon Aguaya Lelis Aguayo Laguada Alexander Patricia Alexander Alicia Alvarado PAS aN Luis Alvarado Yolanda Alvarez Diane Aponte Mike Aponte Jana Armstrong Lina Baki George Barber Judith Bardwell Tommy Barklow Sigmund Barnes JoAnn Bates Ana Batista Marisol Correa Maria Corris Anthony Batiste Dino Bedinelli Craig Bernard Valerie Bess James Billings Michelle Bjorge Luisa Costa Gerald Cottle Jonathan Blake Eric Bowens Kimberly Bowles Lisa Brantley James Brewer Eugene Britton Sonya Crapps Aixa Cruz William Broadway Tiffany Brooks Earl Brown Corey Bullock Marisol Burgos Leander Byrd Albert Cusson Khoa Dang Joseph Cabrera Efrain Caceres Mira Caderio Maribel Camacho Cecile Campbell Tamari Campbell Frances Daniel Anthony Daniels Maria Canini Tinamarie Cangemi Luz Cardona Aimee Carlson Patricia Carr Darnell Carrol Erica Carter Diana Casillas Ronald Cassesse Danny Caulton Charlene Charest Elizabeth Chatter Class of ’90 50 Freshmen Jennifer Christian Shaun Cisero Todd Claiborne Eric Collins Marc Collins Ermelinda Colon Jose Colon Marisol Colon Juan Concepcion Cynthia Cook Marilyn Cook Marlene Corales _ | ow do freshmen feel when they first enter high school? Al- though they are excited about the new challenges, scary thoughts run through their minds. It’s a big school with different teachers. They are picked on, poked at and prodded by upperclassmen and teachers who expect them to pass vision and hearing tests. They must weather the myriad of quizzes and tests and watch while students from other classes flaunt extra money gained from employment and pass by them arrogantly in cars. Survival for a freshman is tough! Like all freshmen, Gail Terry is required to have her vision tested. Maritza Davila Brenda Davis Rosalind Davis Shelley Davis Tina Davis Kimberly Dawson Enrique Delgado Joanna Delgado Brenda Del Valle Frank Del Valle Ollie Denson Melissa Dezurn Freshmen Alma Diaz Elizabeth Diaz Neyda Diaz Health Steven Diaz Thien Dinh Tram Dinh new junior class, Health, has been mandated by the school committee to “broaden students’ horizons.’ There are two main things the Health teachers try to stress: (1) the ability to take care of oneself in all phases of life concerning attitude, bedy and mind, and (2) decision- making skills so that consequences may be considered. Because of its usefull and personal nature, Health has become one of Commerce’s most popular classes. Levonne Dixon Milene Dixon Lynda Dones Lori Donohue. Thomas Dubour Roy Duclos Vv A healthy outlook on life shines all over freshman Robert Houle’s face. Denise Duke Charisse Dukes Barbara Dunlap Michelle Duquette Dwayne Dyer Christine Dzwonkus Stanley Early Bakish Edwards Daniel Edwards Mayra Encarnacion Miguel Estrella Lasean Evans Anita Feliciano Doreen Felix Elizabeth Felix Cindy Figueroa Luz Figueroa Stacy Finegan Vincent Flowers Tomeko Fountain Edna Franco Timothy Frasier James Frogameni Clery Galarza Freshmen Marsha Gamble Michael Gamble Charles Garcia Diana Garcia Emilio Garcia Hector Garcia Jose Garcia Marisol Garcia Rebecca Garcia Lisa Garner Elton Gartman Lisa Gassola Kelly Gero Lisa Giordano Robert Glaze Cathy Glynn Elaine Glynn Andre Goldson John Golon Marguarita Gomez Alice Gonzalez Ana Gonzalez Eli Gonzalez Elias Gonzalez Samuel Gonzalez Wanda Gonzalez Casonia Gore Tanya Gore Edith Graham Tony Greenwald Natisha Griffin Roberta Griffin Tammy Grimes Anthony Grosso Paul Gryskowka Amarilis Guerra James Guess Tiwana Gunter Stephanie Guy Tracy Guynup Kenyette Hagans Geegee Haith Rahkia Hall Reginald Hall Brenden Hammerle Dara Haqq Mattea Haqq Terron Harden Thomas Harley Albert Harris Pernell Harris Jessica Hart Lisa Harvey Tony Hawk Freshmen 53 No Bones About It take a slightly more advanced biol- ogy, plus one year of either physics or chemistry. Learning about diseases is a favor- ite among students, especially with the emergence of AIDS. Christina Robinson concurs, “Even though | have trouble with the difficult vo- cabulary because many of the technical terms are derived from Latin, | found the study of viruses es- pecially interesting. | can relate it to my own life because I’m always catching something, especially dur- ing the winter months.” very freshman must start his stay at Commerce with a required biology course ... for many, @ major hurdle in passing to their junior year. All business students take a year of general biology, which gives them a basic understanding of the most sim- ple to the most complicated biologi- cal systems. Those students following the col- lege preparatory curriculum must ierbibel, P Students enjoy learning about the functions of their own bodies. Observing a drop of blood under a microscope are Rona Hockett, Mr. Mylonakis and Ernesto W Lopez. 54 Freshmen Roderique Heartly Todd Heath Dawn Hebert Deshaunna Henderson Timothy Henderson Tamara Henson Jeffrey Herbele Michael Higgins Aristeede Hill Asilia Hill Belinda Hill Carsandra Hill Nicole Hill Lanette Hoadiey Rona Hockett Gasetta Holmes Shenita Holmes Tyrone Hooks Carolyn Horne Tal Hosey Robert Houle Carl Howard Sh’ Kena Howard Nigel Howell Kimberly Huntoon Kathleen Ince April Jackson Douglas Jackson Keisha Jackson Leronnia Jackson Michael Jacobs Scott Jambora Michelle Jarvis Carleen Jaworski Sharon Jenkins Christopher Jessup Nusean Jessup James Jiles Marcus Jiles Carlos Jimenez Damon Johnson Katrice Johnson Sharon Johnson Shaunda Johnson Sonya Johnson Alton Jones Laurie Jones Maurice Jones Linda Jordan Patrick Jordan Joanne Kwasniak Nathan Kelly Scott Kidder Freshmen 55 56 Inez King Stacey King Joanne Kwasniak Mark La Flamme Catherine Lantz Anne LaPorte Holly LaPorte Karen Laroche Fernando LaSanta Kim Lavalley Michele LaValley Dawn Lavoie Mark Lane Viet Le Mark Leak Cheryl Lee Marvin Lewis Sylvester Lewis Anthony Liberty Jeremy Limoges Howie Livingston Ramona Lockett Michael Longtin Ernesto Lopez Joana Lopez Mayra Lopez Eric Lucas Daisy Lugo Elizabeth Lumpkin Michelle Lynch Candice Lyons Tami Lyons Le Quyen Mach Guon Thai Mach Jasmin Machicote William Maki Twana Malone James Mannino Andrew Manzi Twang Markham Robert Marrero Erin Martin Noemi Martin Ana Martinez Glori Martinez Lisette Martinez Wilfredo Martinez Juan Marty Heather Masters Elizabeth Matos Eugene Matos Nicole Matthews Tracy Matthews Kerry-Ann Mayer Freshmen Tara McCarthy Stephanie McCray Kimberly McDonald Angela Mclivery Carl McKenzie David McNabb Chim Meak Irma Medina Jaysalee Medina Angel Melendez Elizabeth Melendez Jose Melendez Clemente Mendez Marilu Mendoza Jermaine Miller Anthony Milner Anthony Milsap Melinda Montgomery Vanessa Morales Andrea Morgan Angel Morrison Samantha Mosher Willie Moss Carl Muldrow Kimberly Murray Kristine Negron Quan Nguyen : Trung Nguyen : : aN . | Javier Nieves llie Denson certainly ’ —? Yung No steps to a different drummer. Pres- _ ently performing in the Broadway play Carmen, Carmen, he began his opera career at the age of 11 years starring with John Travolta in Sound : i ee of Music, a teenage story set in the “ 3 as “4 Jie Notn eS 4 j J : 5 ulie Normand streets of L.A. ae ee e s i. Chad Norrington Ollie has been in parts that require es ee seg fluency in Hebrew, French, Italian, and German. In May, he will travel to lsrael to perform. Adriana Nunez Noah O’Brien Tanya O'Neil Aopera singer Ollie Denson has been singing since the age of 5. ' | Freshmen Sonia Orellana Angel Orellanes Nancy Ortiz Alexis Ostalarza Yolanda Otero Jeannette Oyola Sylvia Oyola Nancy Pabon Eddie Pacheco Keri-Leigh Packard Pedro Pagan Luisa Pantoja Juan Paris Lauretta Paskovich Robin Payne Reynaldo Pedraza Nicole Pelletier Marilyn Perez ick-tock, tick-tock it’s almost time for school to let out, and everyone's staring at their Swatches and Gucci's, or any other bright-colored, round-faced watch that might be strapped on their wrists. Only time will tell how long this watch fad willlast. Until then, we'll be seeing a lot more of those designer watches from Guess to Coca-Cola and everything in between watches that have an alarm, a cal- culator or even a miniature video game. They all look good in the vari- ety of fashion color and prints avail- able. Patterned faces, twin faces, moon watches, digitals ... all types of watches are fashion- able today, Lori Prindle Lynn Przybylski Stefon Quates Herminia Quiles Carlos Quinones Melissa Ramos Freshmen Oscar Ramos Roldan Ramos Francine Raniero Donyell Rayford Dilworth Reid Ricky Reid Dewayne Reis Jemal Rentas Aileen Reyes Authrine Reynolds Alexander Rios Elizabeth Rios Anabel Rivera Brenda Rivera Edwardo Rivera Jorge Rivera Magaly Rivera Reynaldo Rivera Rissely Perez John Perry Rolando Rivera Jolene Roberts Christina Robinson Ramon Robles Thomas Rockliffe Brenda Rodriguez Ronda Peters Monica Pettengill Francisco Rodriguez Cory Rodriguez Edwin Rodriguez Frankie Rodriguez Gloria Rodriguez lraida Rodriguez Lien Phu Evelyn Pollard Jaime Rodriguez Luis Rodriguez Luis Rodriguez Luis Rodriguez Marilyn Rodriguez Moises Rodriguez Keisha Porter Melissa Porter Brenda Rondon Rowena Ross Glenn Roucoulet Stacy Russell William Ruth Jason Ryll Caroline Powell Theresa Prophet Jeannette Salgado Luise Salvas Daisy Sanchez Juan Sanchez Theresa Sanders Caroline Santiago Docilia Santiago Gloria Santiago Jose Santiago Julie Santiago Maritza Santiago Betsaida Santini Freshmen 59 Jennifer Sauer Ann Scott Antonio Scott Christy Scott Denise Scott Seang Sea Alexander Seal Richard Sepulveda Jose Serrano Miriam Sirrano Sonia Sherfield Ricky Shink Edrian Singleton Darin Siriphanthong Malissa Small Kimberly Smith Merinda Smith Sharon Smith Eva Sobczyk Tina Soderstrom Nicole Sotiropoulos Edwin Soto Llexica Soto Paphouttha Soundara John Steiner Rhonda Stoddard Tod Swank Steven Szklarz Tiwania Talley Jameasa Taylor Laurisa Terrell Alexys Toledo Ada Torres Daniel Torres Johnny Torres Madeline Torres Maria Torres Miguel Torres Rosa Torres Yanira Torres Marinelly Trujillo Mary Valentin Reinaldo Valentine Mary Vargas Trina Vaughn Carmen Velazquez Eliezer Vazquez Jacqueline Vazquez Sandra Vazquez Alexander Vega Madeline Velez Aurora Vicente Carmen Vicente Takisha Vickers Freshmen Opening Doors This year, Open House was a little more successful and intriguing for the parents. The Jobs For Baystate Grads held their induction ceremo- ny, and the gospel choir performed in front of over 450 parents. Mr. Basili addressed the curiosity of the parents by stating, ‘There shouldn't be one student ill- equipped for the business world or college after three years at Com- merce.’’ He continued by pointing out the eight computer rooms and the excellent music department of which Commerce is so proud. n the evening of No- vember 16, the High School of Com- merce opened its doors to parents so that they might meet teachers and become familiar with the cur- riculum, . Open House was previously held during the day until four years ago. Parents came into school as they wished, but Mr. Basili felt more could be accomplished with the new sys- tem. A Leon Spradley and relatives talk with Mr. Serafino about job opportunities at Commerce's j Open House. | Accompanying freshman Stacy Russell to the November Open House is her father. Freshmen Marie Voisine James Waldon Lynese Walker Todd Walker Scott Wallace Lisa Warren Taylor Warren Tanya Washington Sherri Webb Jerome Westbrook Felicia Wheeler Charlene Whyte Michelle Williams Rodney Williams Shauna Williams Catrina Willis Colette Wilson Detrick Wilson Novlette Wilson Shawn Wise Theresa Wood Juan Woodbury Antonio Wray Andrew Wright Duane Wright Erica Wright Ronald Wright Donnette Xyminies Ivette Zapata Adjusting ULE MEq@€M Me@usquq he freshman. class proved to be a dynamic class after a period of adjustment this past fall. School attendance and participation in extracurricular activities were at an all time high. A number of class projects were at- tempted and proved successful. Class elections were held in the late fall, and Carl Muldrow was voted president; several freshmen members were nomi- nated to positions on our Student Council. Fund-raisers enabled the class to store away money for next year’s junior prom, With thoughts of great times dancing in their heads, Sharon Jenkins, James Jiles and Elaine Glynn discuss the upcoming weekend. Freshmen WBelow: Preparing to give their election soeeches are candidates for the fresh- men election of class officers. Overseen by Miss Gallo are Marcus Jiles, Ricky Reid, Carl Muldrow, David McNabb and Anthony Grosso. Anita Feliciano and her classmates wait in the auditorium to have their year- book pictures taken. WA “Welcome Freshmen” banner, a gift from the class of ‘82, is draped across the facade of Commerce on the first day of school. Freshmen} 63 The Junior League uniors had the opportu- nity this year to turn a good report card and good attendance into a summer job. On Sep- tember 10, juniors were informed about a unique program called Project SCOOP developed by Miss DiSanti, Mrs. Hatchett and Miss Hogan. Students will be offered jobs in bu- sinesses around the city of Spring- field if they comply with the stan- dards set by the school — 90% at- tendance and a C average at the end of the school year. This program received ten thou- sand dollars from the state. When asked why she came up with the idea of Project SCOOP, Miss DiSanti replied, ““Commerce. stu- dents are capable of working, and they deserve a shot in the business world. | hope and know that be- cause we are sending out our stu- dents, it will be a great success.” Straight from the Roaring 20’s, it’s junior Maria Restrepo. WJunior Rebecca Colon prides herself in her straight A average. The smile of a soon-to-be senior is from Rori Donahue. Class of ‘89 Juniors Number Absent STUDENT ABSENTEEISM Seniors Juniors Freshmen THE CITY LIBRARY SPRINGFIELD (MA) CITY LIBRARY Alhe junior class this year has 377 members and is averaging just about 55 absences each day. This is a big improvement over last year. 4A group of handsome Commerce students enjoy their lunch: Dana Jones, James Guess, John Perry and Khalid Ibrahim. 65 Juniors John Ackourey Paula Afonso Regina Allen Marianne Alvarado Tina Anastasovites Chris Andrews Francisco Arocho Luis Arroyo Angela Baillargeon Mwapek Baki David Bamber Sonya Barber Randolph Barden Christy Bates David Bennefield Pamela Bennett Raymond Betterson Tina Boily Cassandra Bolston Angelique Barges Joe Boudreau Glen Bouffard Kevin Branch Yvette Brantley Aurelia Branche Jason Brown Stephen Brown Paula Bushey Christopher Butler Leonides Cabrera Matilda Calderon Seleida Candelaria Annette Caraballo Jeffrey Carlo Beatriz Carrasquilla Julie Caudle Charlene Clark Crystal Clark Virginia Clarke Nora Claudio Audrey Cole Glorivee Colon Rebecca Colon Sonia Colon Candy Connors Scott Cornelio Freddy Correa Jose Cortes Rosa Cortes James Costa Lourdes Cotto Erin Coughlin Brenda Couture Theodius Crapps Juniors s. Hearts Of Gold he Christmas Season tends to bring out the best in people, and our Commerce students are no exception. Informal groups and clubs came together to create over 5,040 Christmas tree ornaments which were then donated to the Mil- ton Bradley Giving Tree on Decem- ber 11, so that an equal number of games and toys might be given to the homeless and needy. Activities were coordinated by Miss Gallo and her Student Council and Key Club hanging them on the tree. members. Christmas activities for Student Council members also included visits and gifts to the elderly at Maple Hill Nursing Home. They were treated to fruit baskets, cake and a medley of Christmas tunes from six choir mem- bers. Twenty-two boxes of canned goods and clothing were also col- lected and offered to the Salvation Army and homeless. In addition, $100 of fundraising monies from Commerce was pre- sented to Mayor Neal for the Forest Park Kiddyland Zoo, while an equal amount was given to the Washing- ton Street Homeless Shelter. ' A Julie Dinnie, Ellen Kirby, Kathy Walsh and Hamilton Ramos try on reindeer ornaments before | q Preparing to hang the 2000 link chain on the Giving Tree are Miss Murphy, Superintendent of Schools Mr. Thomas Donahoe, Principal Gene Basili and Student Council advisor Miss Gallo. Juniors Bloodmobile estless and nervous on the morning of October 15, students walked by the school auditorium watching Bloodmobile aides pre- pare the equipment necessary to complete their tasks for the day. Of the 109 student volunteers, only 69 actually donated. Some were absent, but others, especially ladies, were found to have alow iron count. Many showed signs of cold or flu. Many felt a little weak after but that was to be expected. Students were given apple and orange juice and crackers to help replenish their systems. They were assured that the dizziness would pass and that their pint of blood would be replaced within 72 hours. Although students were nervous and jittery, they all felt good contrib- uting to the betterment of society. A Rhonda Hall and a Bloodmobile aide help ease doner Zuleika Brown’s nerves. b Anthony Milsap is given a blood test to determine if he could be a possible donor. 68 | Junior = Keisha Cruz Jorge Cumba Arraud Dare Tyrone Dawkins Teresa De Feo Francisco De Jesus Jacqueline Delgado Annette Dennis Brett DeVree Anthony Dickerson Carmen Dinguis Layanya Dixon Rory Donahue Gary Dzworkus Dexter Edwards Oliver Edwards Nora Emmens Steven Engel Darlene Erndt Cameron Ervin Marcy Fellion Deborah Felton Marisol Figueroa Charles Flores Westley Ford James Foy Andy Fuentes Dean Fugate Stacy Gagnon James Gamache Edwardo Garcia Jose Garcia Victor Garcia Laura Gardner Roderick Gibson Lisa Gilbert Joseph Gomila Frank Gonzalez Maribel Gonzalez Robert Gordon Stuart Gordon Michael Grant Karen Gravelin Michelle Guay Brent Hamilton Heidi Hanke Rosevelt Harden William Harrison Mia Hassell Darcie Hayes Gregory Henry Felicia Higgins Christopher Hitas Tracy Holve Junior Maleia Housey Belinda Huntley Lan Huynh Khalid Ibrahim Timothy Jackson Melanie Jackson Chad Jacobs Wileen Jamison Ray Jenkins Wade Johnston Ethel Jones Stephen Kacoyannakis Ellen Kirby James Knight Robert Laflamme Samuel Lajara Darlene Lanier John Lanou Lynn Libby Richard Linton Bridgett Lockett Regina Lockett Yvonne Lomax Jennifer Long Denise Lopez Glorienid Lopez Priscilla Lopez Zakiyyan Lubieddin Wayne Maczka Cornelius Maddox Lynne Maillet Laura Mann Peter Mantzoros Marcy Martin Carmen Mason Wanda Massot Jeanine McCollum Tawanda McCollum Darren McCoy Edes McCray Kerry McDevitt Nancy McDonald Sharon McDonald Althea McKenzie Jesse McKnight Wayne McLean Victoria McMillian Michelle McNamara Ronn Meak Ivelisse Merced Corey Miles Sadie Mills Craig Misco Angel Monserrate 70 Juniors PSAT's sat’s, a junior’s greatest fear... Preparation is often tiring for this four period-long test. Many teachers, especially English teach- ers, join in to help these concerned students in their struggle by giving extracurricular work as a weapon against the “Big Bad Question Mon- ster,” On the morning of October 21, room 122 became filled with 73 ner- vous, whispering students. Mr. Sera- fino explained the directions as the whispering quieted down to a low murmur, and then the “moment of truth’’ came to pass. After hours of mind boggling, brain straining question answering, the dis- tracting game of bubbling in the cir- cle with the right answer came to an end. All of the now unsteady stu- dents went back to their classes worrying about their test scores. By the end of period 6, everything simmered down, and the real spirit of Commerce returned. q In room 122, college bound juniors wade through question after question during the PSAT. Vv Miss Gallo goes over sample PSAT questions with Maria Restrepo, Maritza Osorio and Jenal Rentas right before the test is to begin. Juniors aE Want A Candy Bar’? V4. WMVq@qa@M@!M|'™|||is@ MM@MMMM{q hat can a club or activ- ity do without at least one fund-rais- er each year? There are scholarships to be given out at the end of the year, field trios to be taken, uniforms to be updated and T-shirts to be printed. This year there were candy bar drives for both the yearbook and newspaper staffs, so that they could increase their size. The National Hon- or Society also sold their share of chocolate to fund their lofty activi- ties and raise scholarship money. The Student Council took another route and raised funds with a calen- dar and pom-pom sale in October. They followed through in December with a big push on bears, buttons and keychains. The class of ‘88 also sold carna- tions on Red Day, while Jobs for Bays- tate Grads kept busy throughout the year with the sale of posters, carnations and keychains to help out with senior activities. ASwapping candy bars to help each other out are Tracy Swift, Kathy Walsh and Guen Gesin. Hamilton Ramos pops in to each homeroom in hopes of selling red carnations for the Student Council. Juniors Josue Montalbam Tanya Moore Joanne Morales Jose Morales Janet Morris Aaron Morrison Sophia Mottley Craig Murdock Madelyn Nazario Angela Negron Shawn Newell Jill Newman Brenda Nichols Cassandra Nichols Ericka Nichols Joann Nunez Heriberto Nieves Tracy O’Banner Dwayne Oliver Daniel O'Neil Jose Ortiz Maria Ortiz Maribel Ortiz Maritza Osorio Maria Pagan Timothy Pasterczyk Jabbar Payton Andrew Pearson Krista Pepper Wanda Perez Lanary Pertillar Lisa Petell Debbie Peterson Bridget Pickering Theresa Plourde Linda Preston Cynthia Prophet Melissa Prophet Teresa Quiles Anabal Quinones Emilio Quinones Maribel Quinones Ingrid Quintero Sandra Ramirez Amelia Ramos Hamilton Ramos Luz Ramos Willy Ramos Racine Ramsey Diana Rand Ddwayne Reid Jeff Remillard Maria Restrepo Diana Reyes By ri Gi Hy Bees 4 Juniors. | 73 74 Gail Reyes Luz Rios Abigail Rivera Carmen Rivera Francisco Rivera Juan Rivera Madeline Rivera Melvin Rivera Rachel Rivera Sonia Rivera Elizabeth Rodriguez Josie Rodriguez Nelly Rodriguez Orlando Rodriguez Heather Rogers Deana Romasco Lourdes Rosado Peter Rosario Rosita Rosario Troy Ross Robin Rossini Janette Rubet Stacy Saccamando Julie Sanchez Enrique Santiago Jose Santiago Diane Schoolfield Arthur Scott Fabian Scott Zettie Scott Maria Sepulveda David Shainheit James Shaver Tracy Shea Dennis Sheehan Rena Sheffield Melissa Skala Gary Smith Vanessa Smith Yolanda Smith Rachel Snare Meredith Snead Mare Sparks Natalie Staley Anthony Stewart Michelle Sulewski Lakeo Sundara Sandra Sutton Tracy Swift Lisa Tatro Phung Thai Michelle Theriaque Katrina Thomas Michelle Thomas Juniors Write On! ne of the new classes offered this year was the Writing Lab. Offered only to college pre- paratory juniors, this was a half year course in conjunction with Data Pro- cessing 2. Approximately 90 students were taught how to express themselves to the best of their ability with the helo of their teachers, Mrs. Clarke and Ms. Hachadourian. The first part of the semester dealt with describing things in the subjec- tive voice; the second half dealt with description in the objective voice. One interesting assignment was to describe in detail another stu- dent in the classroom. Once the composition was written and rewrit- ten on a computer terminal, the piece was then read out loud so that students might guess the person be- ing described. When an assignment was near fi- nalization, the students went to the computer room to print out their final draft for a more professional ap- pearance. A The Writing Lab: Jeff Remillard (seated far left), Dennis Sheehan, Dagmar Pfefferle, Ms. Hacha- dourian, Maritza Osorio and Landry Pertillar. Maria Restrepo works out the kinks in her essay before running off a final copy in the computer lab. Juniors Thin Shells UUM, MMq@qeMWM@ ((|Mq@ G$qAMd@|{M MMMM his past spring, we had approximately 125 students carry- ing “babies’’ around the school. Of course, they were not real babies. They were eggs distributed by Mrs, Malesta as a part of her family rela- tions class. Her students had to keep the “‘ba- bies’”’ with them at all times for one week. The “‘babies’’ were even giv- en names by their parents and were treated like a newborn. If a parent wanted to go out without her “paby,’’ she would have to pay a “pabysitter.’”” That was the easiest part. The hardest part was not drop- ping the “baby.” If the “baby” died, the parent received an F for the as- signment. Even though many students may find that part of the course a bit of a drag, it does result in teaching them the amount of responsibility it takes to care for a baby and the amount of love and care that needs to be put info parenthood. Lisa Polite, Nancy Mc Donald, Raymond Betterson and Jamie Rodriguez stand in line to adopt a “baby.” WAIl aboard for the baby egg convention. 76 Juniors Phuoc Tiet Cindy Torrellas Joselin Torres Deliris Trabal Susan Trahan Du Tran Christopher Triba Ana Trujillo Daniel Turgeon Patricia Turner Sandra Valles Elizabeth Vargas Daisy Velez Denise Veratti Steve Vick Sharolyn Vickers Elizabeth Vidal Cathy Viens Evelyn Villodas Ula Wadlegger Kathleen Walsh Nicole Ward Michael Warren Taylor Warren William Watkins William Wessig Crystal Westcott Christopher White Margaret White Tonya White Elizabeth Williams Lenise Williams Bryant Wiseman Sabrina Witherspoon Melinda Zimmerman Juniors ii Det Me Nie! ow 8 ek a S) Marjorie Kochanowicz’ Atop locker displays pictures that perk her up on a slow day, tops at her iago s iam Sant locker between classes, AMir Juniors 78 Juniors put on a smile during their end-of-the-day locker rush. WA peek at Angela Newell's locker gives us a clue to her personality. Locker Flair Ve Z]@EHZZHHMMaC ”reTtMMZ0™|_ MM!@l€ctzv Le _.2. very student at Com- merce is required to have a locker. It comes in handy when you get tired of carrying around all your books at one time or your teacher demands, “Take your coat to your locker this instant.’ And because it’s so necessary to school life, the locker becomes an extension of one’s personality with Yj each owner's personal touches. Angela Newell concurs, 'l like to decorate my locker because it re- flects my personality. | have mirrors, stickers, stuffed animals and a Com- merce pom-pom.”’ Ann Marie San- tiago, on the other hand, has pic- tures in her locker to cheer her up. “It’s not dull this way,’ adds Mike Trombley. “That’s why | decorate it.”’ Nobody likes to stare into a dull drab grey metal box at 7:30 in the morning. AA locker becomes an extended stationary pocketbook for Commerce ladies. Bustling activity fills the air in locker rooms right before lunch. Juniors I'm A Senior! TL Y|@q]wMMMM , MMW AMq‘!|[ ['t YW he big moment that you've been waiting for ever since kindergarten has finally arrived. You're a high school SENIOR, Being a senior means making your last year count because there will be no more high school days. It means wearing a senior hat with “Class of ‘88’ written on if. It means sitting in the auditorium’s center aisle and leaving early in May. Well, now you're a senior, and besides having tons of fun ASenior Heather Croteau shows her senior status with Heather Mas- ters, Glad high school is all behind them now are Yolanda Smith and Luz li RIOS, 80 | Seniors and doing endless homework, you find you also need a lot of money To survive, When you consider senior dues of $45.00, a class ring for $200.00, prom tickets for $30.00, $200.00 for prom dress, tux and limosine, a senior hat for $6.00, S.A.T’s for $12.00 and a couple of hundred more for those miscellaneous items and unplanned-for moments, it costs a senior a cool $600.00 (not including car expenses) to exist. Well, at least you're a senior — albeit a broke senior. Janice Calo dons a senior hat. Wideliza Rivera and Maria Pagan. WBelow: Charlott Van taarhoven-and- Dagmar Pfefferle. A Erwin Greene and Mike Trombley. P Right: Tami Desrosiers Wkaren Weiss and Carl McKenzie. left: Patricia Ortiz Aluis, Lisa, Danny, Javier, Undrallia and Luz AAbove: Barry Greene tp pe AC GAR NRRL METI ON A, GRRE y ees ty hy @Darryl. King qDebra Bryant; Eliezer Cortes; Marjorie Kochanowicz. AlLorraine and Elizabeth Rivera. My i Be an re 2 c ® ” Angelita Acevedo Ismael Acevedo Regina Allen Antwoine Anderson Cynethia Anderson Heather Archambault Luis Arroyo Angela Ash Dolores Askew Julie Auclair Robin Bailey Luigina Barbieri Mary Kate Belniak Susan Billings Stacy Bilodeau Jarrell Bledsoe _ Monique Boyd _ Angela Brown Maria Brown Zuleika Brown Kim Bullock Jesus Burgos Raquel Cabrera Emilia Capaccio Seniors RNS WCherylann St. John, Lisa Ross and Robin Bailey peruse the lines they must memorize for homework. Fooflights IQnise a COmerd =...) COC- tion! Mrs. Dunn’s new drama class was busy this year honing the skills of acting, stage timing and presence, speaking in front of an audience, applying make-up and creating sce- nery. Consisting of 19 juniors and seniors, the drama class pro- duced three plays for the en- tire student body this year: the first, shown in November, was entitled That Girl From Texas. They also attended area per- formances to see how what they learned could be effec- tively put into practice. Graded on knowing their as- signed lines on time, on atten- dance, cooperation, their con- tribution to the class and the ul- Maillet. timate success of each play, these 19 students seem to look forward to meeting every sev- enth period. “I’ve learned about being criticized in a con- structive way, and how to bet- ter soeak and relate with oth- ers,’ volunteered Karen Weiss. There is no denying that the skills developed through acting can be useful in life, even if you are never in a formal produc- tion. But for some students, acting becomes a way Of life. Stated Lisa Ross, ‘| eventually want to become an actress. | feel this class is good exper- ience for me.” Tryouts for this unique class are held every spring in the school auditorium. AA quick check of aged poe before the euton goes up: Julia C Lenise Williams, Heather OS oe Miles, � Cherylann ee Seniors Quetcy Capeles - _ Lisette Caro Martha Castro Patricia Chouin Cathy Christian he alarm goes off and you hear a strangely relaxing sound outside. You don’t want to, but you do. It’s the sound of the rain beating against your windows and slapping the pavement below. Unfortu- nately, you know what's in store for you for the rest of the day. You walk into school with sneakers soaked and your once perfect hair now down. You're not happy. Your friends are grouchy and your first peri- od teacher is a bit snappy. A million yawns and twenty hours later, school bag in one hand and umbrella in the other, you’re walking down those great front steps of Commerce flashing a smile, taking a deep breath and thinking ‘‘just an- other school day.” Confusion reigns after school when students have to face the cold wet weather. 84 | Seniors lori fo) Ai i agneae ile ted g x 33 AMary Luz Valentin and Ada Torres came prepared for a rainy ending to their school day. Seniors | 85 Barbara Cordero Eliezer Cortes Chery! Crenshaw Kieyan Crump Anabela Cruz _ Jeanette Cubera Graciela Cumba _ Barbara Czelusniak ‘Elaine Davey — _ Eric Davies — Tamiko Davis Dolores Del Rio Tami Desrosiers | _ Elizabeth Diaz Josefina Diaz _ Julie Dinnie - Dean Dubey Jerry Eddington Dexter Edwards Keisha Egerton Michele Epps —it s Julio Eskada Melissa Federico Thomas Ferguson Seniors —————————— es Opening Doors ommerce has opened its doors to anew Chi- nese | class taught by Mrs. Hwang. Funding for this addi- tion to our curriculum comes from the Dodge Foundation Grant to teach Chinese. According to assisstant prin- cipal Miss Di Santi, a strong background in English is neea- ed to be able to handle the un- conventional Chinese gram- mar. Thus this class is open only to college preparatory stu- dents. Next year Chinese || will also be offered. As with all regular foreign lan- guage classes at our school, the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing are pursued in concert. “We just don’t learn about the language, though,”’ stated Michele Stasiak. ‘‘We learn about the country and the cul- ture of the Chinese people, Our teacher used fo live there, and | can’t wait to visit myself.” AMembers of the Chinese | class, front row: Dan Turgeon, Michele Stasiak, Miriam Irizarry, Susan Billings, Cindy Guevin, Milagros Morales and Kevin Pendleton; back row: Julia Caudle, Chris White, Michael Warren and Aurelia Branche Seniors Charlot Van Laarhoven, Dagmar Pfef- ferle, Arnaud Darc, Elizabeth Chaplin (in- sert) and Charlot Honnefelder share their experiences with Commerce students. WCharlot Van Laarhoven and Dagmar Pfefferle find America intriguing. Veronica Fields Gregory Fitzgerald Pablo Flores Reuben Foster phy jE ty, Stephanie Franklin Jonathan Fuss Rebecca Gagnon Lorenzo Gaines LU MYM@MM__z 88 Seniors A New Home t takes all kinds, and five ex- change students from Europe prove it! Charlot Van Laarhoven, 18, is an exchange student from Hol- land, while Arnaud Darc, 16, is from France. Nineteen year old Elizabeth Chaplin is from Eng- land, and both Dagmar Pfef- ferle and Charlot Honnefelder are from West Germany. The three things they miss the most, however, are their fam- ilies, friends and food. When asked about her new family, Dagmar replied, ‘‘My family here is closer, but | have more freedom in Germany, probably . because I’m an only child.” Not to be outdone, Com- merce also has along list of stu- dents who have traveled ex- tensively. Two examples are Edmund Janas and Sonia Schanck. During the summer of ‘87, Edmund attended art Classes in Italy. Sonia spent her senior year in the Canary Is- lands. WV Our international lineup: Elizabeth Chaplin, Arnaud Darc, Charlot Van Laarho- ven, Dagmar Pfefferle and Edmund Janas. Tammy Gallagher - — - BellyGandy = Rebecca Garcia _ Vionet Garcia William Gaudette — _ Mayra Gerena Gwendolyn Gesin _ Sharon Glynn Seniors 89 | Always There henever there’s a cry from the community or school system, our students make themselves available. Sometimes they even get the recognition they deserve. When the Milton Bradley Giving Tree needed orna- ments, several of our clubs heard the call and answered with handmade decorations. They have participated in canned goods collections for Thanksgiving and Christmas, iN Springfield’s drive to clean up litter from public areas, in Channel 57’s auction and in the nationwide drive to stop drinking and driving. This past summer, recogni- tion was given to ten Com- 90 | Seniors merce students along with ten Cathedral students who attended an informal gather- ing of concerned individuals for alcohol abuse on the steps of city hall. Mayor Neal was on hand to greet the students, inspire them and answer questions. Also in attendance was Mr. Anastes, president and founder of Students Against Driving Drunk. After declaring that “he was not a stranger to the warmhearted people of Springfield because he had attended AIC after high school,’’ he appealed to our students to “‘do the best they can to stamp out drinking and driving.” May the giving spirit perme- ate all students. ARichard Sawicki and Cassandra Bolston air their views of drinking and driving on TV, Carmen Gonzalez _ Diane Gonzalez Barry Greene Erwin Greene — SS Rhonda Griffin | Mechelle Griffith Cynthia Guevin _ -AmarisGuzmam Rhonda Hail Calvin Hamrick Kimberly Hanks Brenda Hebert _ Azanda Howard _ _ Tammy Howe: __ Bernitta Irving _Hopeland Jackson — Yvette Jackson Richard Jambora — Sydonnie James Edmund Janas Joy Jasmin Diana Johnson — Melanie Joyner — ___ Gina Jubrey_- Seniors Patricia Kenny Carlene Kilbride Darryl! King Marjorie Kochanowicz Charlotte Van Laarhoven Annette Lague Eileen Laureano Amanda Lessard Scene anor Actual Springfield policemen check the pulse of Commerce’s “accident victim.” Seniors very realistic dramati- zation was performed in front of Commerce on April 28, 1987, at 9:45 a.m. Upon suddenly be- ing instructed to leave classes and report to the outside front of the building, students and faculty discovered a car smashed up against a pole with four familiar students inside. The “accident,’’ staged spe- ea ate aS santa nian 43° ORES CBIR Ra) ORC kG. B a RTE: peer.” Clara Lewis — - Eveon Lewis _ Janice Lewis | Yvette Lewis — Ponayota Liritzis Jaime Lopez - _ Juan Lugo” eS The Last Prom cifically for Prom Week, was made to look as real as possible including the timing of the po- lice, fire department and am- bulance. A guest speaker, Dr. Conway, reinforced the impor- tance of not drinking and driv- ing after the ambulance had left with its “victims.” A videotape was also made, so that it may be shown around prom time and holidays. ARobin Bailey feigns shock during a mock accident. Miss Di Santi, Mr. Basili and a crowd of interested students look on as firemen work to save an “injured Seniors 93 | ___ Jametrious Liddell — Where Do They Go? ave you ever wondered where Commerce graduates go after they part company? Well, Mr. Serafino, senior guid- ance counselor, has kept track over the years. The largest percentage of recent graduates, approxi- mately 33%, successfully sought out full time employ- ment, while nearly 12% con- tented themselves with part time work. Out of 285 students last year, 20 of them are now office clerks, 14 work in fac- tories, 13 work with food ser- vice, 11 are sales clerks, 10 are AAntoinette Becket, Donna Brown and Ingrid Small contemplate taking the SAT. Thoughts of going to college encourage Kerry Mayer to study. 94 | Seniors cashiers, 5 are bank tellers, 5 are secretaries, 4 are comput- er operators and 10 have un- classified jobs. Of those attending 4 year colleges, UMass is the most at- tended by our alumni, with Westfield State in second place and AIC right behind at 3, When tallying 2 year college students, Mr. Serafino found that Holyoke Community was second only to the widely at- tended STCC. “It is the com- munity colleges that are most popular with Commerce stu- dents,’ stated Mr. Serafino, “and most major in accounting or business administration.“ a, Wm 2 YEAR Gy FULL TIME Wu PART TIME ly UNEMPLOYED Wu MILITARY AJohn Thomas knows that grades must be kept up in order for graduation to occur. A look at a plastic model of the human anatomy helps Robin Bailey and Ivette Lewis to understand what their teacher has told them. Seniors Irene Lytras Wayne Maczka Janice Maldonado Daisy Marquez Migdalia Marrero Cassandra Marsh Nancy Martinez Kimberly Mathieu Gwendolyn Mathis Travis McDowell Georgette McKenzi Anthony Mclizic Alan MctTizic Efrain Medina Dorothy Mercure Joanne Metcalf Dale Moore Theresa Moore __ Angel Morales — Troy Morris _ Stephen Motyka Christina Mucha _ Vivian Murphy Ross Murray Seniors Tekekave Fee ieheevers -oee On The Run hen considering transportation, the end does justify the means. It doesn’t matter HOW you get to school ... just be there on time! Approximately 80% of the students at Commerce take a regular school or PVTA bus. Those who walk to school find that lugging those books around and traveling in two feet of snow is no way to have fun, although some consider it excellent exercise. If there is no other way of getting to school, walking it is! There are a few students who like to bring their own transportation to school. For most seniors, cars happen to be it. In addition, a line of family cars can be seen dropping un- derclassmen off, especially during inclement weather. Others who refuse to let sum- mer end or wish spring would begin prematurely, prefer to ride their bicycles, scooters and motorbikes. ES Eric Davies and Leon Spradiey wave good-bye after a hard day at school. WcCombining exercise and transportation, James Costa and Andy Fuentes can often be seen riding their bikes to school. AJason Allen has his own unique mode of transportation. Seniors Cinderella ften, what you hope is the most important night of your life, prom night, may turn out to be a disaster. Everything seems To be per- fect, but what if... your boy- friend breaks up with you right before the prom, or ... your hair won‘t do anything and you end up looking like Cinderella before the transformation? Even worse, what if you end up going with someone you hate, or... you get stood up, or... yOur dress rips suddenly? Maybe the car your boyfriend rented is a total piece of junk. What then? S16) Manele AMiMes Gla ihe wrong on prom night because expectations and anxieties run high. But those disastrous mo- ments are the memories that will evoke tears of laughter years later. SRE RRL LT a I PL WAlison Webb and Barry Greene find their prom night is perfect. 98 | Seniors x AAT ABCA I Patricia Kenny applies the finishing touch before Prince Charming arrives. WDreams of a wonderful evening dance : in Grace Cumba’s head as she prepares for her prom. Maria Pagan Ronald Pebley — Kevin Pendleton Maritza Perez © Michelle Petell — Dagmar Pfefferle Pamela Philipoff Cassandra Phillips Seniors Wearbara Czelusniak and Melissa Federico peruse a menu at the Taio _ Springfield.” . Extroverted he summer is over and school has started. It’s back to being awakened early in the morning by the sound of that alarm clock. Just about everyone is dis- appointed that summer has ended, but the start of school also means that soon the Big E will arrive, and Commerce people willbe sure to reap the educational and pleasurable benefits of the largest fair in New England. It means a day of walking around at the fair, eating just about every possible food un- der the sun from tempura to stuffed potatoes, riding on all the rides from the Zipper to 100 Seniors the Parachute, winning prizes and walking around the state buildings to collect samples. If students don’t get to munch on all the food they want, there’s always the “Taste of Springfield,’’ held within a blocked off section of downtown Springfield, at the end of the school year. This is a perfect place to run into Commerce students savoring samples of food from area restaurants. Whether it’s the Fourth of July celebration or the New Year's fireworks display, there’s no doubt that Com- merce students enjoy attend- ing big fairs and participating iN Springfield events. Weve é AfFred Douglas and Maribel Ortiz enjoy a bit of chocolate ice cream at a downtown Springfield event. Tracy Pieniak Stephen Pulchtopek — Linda Razick Lizette Reyes ae Alethea Reynolds Lisa Richardson Damaris Rivera Elizabeth Rivera Ideliza Rivera Javier Rivera Luz Rivera Robin Rivera Luis Robles Glorimar Rodriguez Melvin Rodriguez Noemi Rosario Nydia Rosario James Rosemond Lisa Ross Marquise Rowtham Daniel Salgado Diane Santaniello Ann Marie Santiago Elizabeth Santiago Seniors | 4104 Miriam Santiago Bobbi Jo Santos Sonia Schanck | Carolyn Severino Nyra Shider Ingrid Small Gregory Smith : Yolanda Smith AAixa Cruz practices various types of let- tering. Seniors 4. | hat class teaches the basics of graphics, display design and layout, calligraphy, printing and batik? You're cor- rect if you guess Mrs. Shu- mann’‘s Art 3 class. This year this enjoyable yet exacting class was composed of 14 students who had to vow they were really willing to take The Gifted art seriously before they were accepted by Mrs. Shumann. One of their many endeav- ors was a dream-like painting in watercolor. “Each student had to keep a three week dream log,’ explained Mrs. Shumann, ‘in order to help gather materi- als for their composition.” Other projects included clay construction, murals, cartoon- ing, silk screen printing and a portfolio preparation. AEdmund Janas sketches a school doorway as a study in architecture qPatience is exercised by Stuart Gordon as he translates his allusive dream log into visual expression, Seniors Field Trips t’s those extra things a teacher does that are appre- ciated and remembered for years. And ranking high of the list of ““extra things’ are field trips. Commerce is fortunate to have StageWest, the Spring- field Municipal Auditorium, the Civic Center and the Quad- rangle all within a short walk, and caring teachers make class enrichment very possi- ble. Take, for example, the art trip to the Metropolitan Muse- um of New York City. “The money for the trio was grant- ed by the state of Massachu- setts to encourage students from different racial back- grounds to engage in differ- ent activities,’’ stated Mrs. Shumann. She went on to ex- plain, “These activities will help them to enjoy each oth- er’s company in a learning sit- uation.” EE a a Robin Rivera feels time has slipped backwards at the NY Metropolitan Muse- um. WMichele Stasiak and Dan Turgeon relax to music on the way back from the North Shore Music Theatre. Chris Butler, John Lanou, Victoria MeMillian and Rebecca Colon enjoy a day away from the classroom. 104] Seniors Te Ata Ale pine Kenneth Talbert Sharon Taylor Yvette Teece Gail Terry Romy Terry John Thomas Theresa Thomas Carmelo Toledo Lissette Torres Madeline Torres Edward Torruellas Michael Trombley Iris V argas Linda Vaughan Katherine Vautrain Ivette Vazquez Marian Vazquez Madeline Villodas Ula Wadlegger Dawn Wanzo Lorraine Watt Karen Weiss Lori White Patrick White Seniors Mr. Basili joins Alicia Cayode and Kate Belniak as well as students from Central at the WNEC Leadership Banquet. WChris Butler and Stacy Bilodeau enjoy a sumptuous chicken dinner at WNEC. Bryant Whitsett Issac Wilkerson Tonya Wilkerson Raymond Williams Danita Wilson Kevin Wilson Natalie Wilson Michelle Wray Teresa Wunch _ Edwin Zavala Todd Zeo Seniors ARebecca Colon makes new friends at WNEC WCommerce, Central and Putnam siu- dents wait in the Mass Mutual lobby fo meet the company president. Leadership VMMMM_z : Are you SMART?” This was one of the questions asked of 30 area stu- dents at the 1987 Junior Lead- ership Institute held this year for four consecutive weeks at WNEC. Ten Commerce students, se- lected for their leadership abili- ties, were told that SMART re- ferred to goals which were Specific, Measurable, Attain- able, Realistic and Timely. Then MMM“ they were divided into groups composed of Putnam and Central students as well, so that good leadership tech- niques could be discussed and school improvements planned. The fourth session consisted of a trip to the offices of four Springfield leaders for advice and praise — the President of Baybank Valley, the President of the Springfield Urban League, the President of Mass. Mutual and finally Mayor Neal. The tour ended with a ban- quet and speeches. Seniors | 107 Miriam Irizarry and Darryl King enjoy a dance together. WDapper males and dashing females hit the dance floor, and Barbara Czelusniak shows them all the latest steps. Elegance ust the two words “‘prom night,’ start teenagers conjur- ing up in their minds what their prom will be like. Last year, the junior class didn’t have to dream anymore, because it was their time to bask in the elegance of their prom night. The prom dream had the perfect setting in the Grand Ball Room of the Marriott on May 28, 1987. The first hour was mostly a social hour with bever- ages and snacks served, allow- ing people a chance to mingle in their satins and frilly, lacy gowns while being escorted by a perfectly tuxedoed date. There were over 75 couples present. The dinner was a chicken brest served with baked pota- to and vegetable, which was completed with a school-spirit- ed sundae — vanilla ice cream with strawberries. After everyone admired their fellow classmates, the voting for the prom queen and king took place. Mr. Basili crowned the queen, Monique Boyd, fol- lowed by her court Julie Dinnie, Debbie Bryant, Robin Bailey, Miriam Irizarry, Joy Jasmin and Vionet Garcia. Darryl King was crowned the king. The rest of the night was spent dancing with the DH, Ross the Boss, and just making the most of this soecial night. After leaving the prom, many couples were picked up by their rented limosines. Monica Boyd adjusts Darry! King’s boutonniere. 108) Seniors qWayne Maczka and Brenda Hebert dance cheek to cheek. Wihe prom king, queen and court, sitting: Robin Bailey, Monique Boyd (prom queen) and Deborah Bryant; stand- ing: Joy Jasmin, Vionet Garcia, Darryl King (prom king), Miriam Irizarry and Julie Dinnie. A njoying their meal are Carla West and Lorenzo Gaines. Seniors | 409 Color Us Red! hanks to our principal, Mr. Basili, the High School of Com- merce’s image is blossoming with each passing year. To begin with, a true raider red was not displayed on items of school spirit and athletic uni- forms in previous years. If was always burgundy or maroon. '| stumbled upon the fact that a bright red was the original Commerce color,’ stated Mr. Basili, ““when | found an old band jacket.’’ He added, “When | questioned the reason for the change from the origi- nal color, | was told that ma- roon doesn’t run!” Vowing to “have red before Nee Carlene Kilbride, Lori White, Kim Hanks and Jennifer Williams mix socializing and lunch, WPablo Flores tries to tempt Francisco Rivera into purchasing a candy bar for dessert. 140 Seniors leaving this school,” Mr. Basili started off with the sports uni- forms. Then he worked his way to caps and gowns. He has been consistant in the conver- sion ever since his reign as prin- cipal began. He also found it illogical that the school mascot, the Raider, was actually shown as an Indi- an chief with a full headdress of feathers. A raider wears only one or two feathers. The class of ‘86 was the first class in the school’s history to display an actual raider on their class ring, due to Mr. Basili’s search for ac- curacy. The class of ‘88 is proud that things are finally straight; we will graduate as the RED RAIDERS. AOn Red Day, Betty Gandy, Azanda Howard and Reuben Foster all wear the school colors. WDisplaying her Raider red and her senior status is Danita Wilson. Friends forever: Ula Wadlegger, Dave Shea, Luz Rios and Mia Hassell ADanny Ramirez welcomes his friends to his lunch table Seniors |4144 Jennifer Sawicki disects a frog on her path toward adulthood. classes. qKimberly Mathieu grabs a few books at her locker between WPatricia Chouinard, Raquel Cabrera, Cathy Christiansen and Li- sette Caro compare part-time jobs. Were Ready! UUM q@q@q@EMMV@!]q}q}e]aWMMuu,, oon there comes a time separating adolescence from adulthood. There is no turning back after this time. This time is graduation — a moment in your life when child- hood ends and the responsibil- ities of an adult begin. One must become dependent upon one’s self and no one else. Some will meet hard times. Others will lead a life of style, but we will all enter this world and meet challenges. There is no escaping our growth. Very few would want to. And so on graduation night, we will hold our heads high and smile that secret smile that will let the entire world know we are ready. qAnthony Harden poses in a doorway before entering school. Seniors | 113 bes TEtoce ce te ccee® SRW NANA Spor ts 7 SPORTS he thrill of victory, and the agony of defeat ... how many times have we heard this expression and exper- ienced both poles of emotion. We must simply be thankful for the team experience and use what we have learned in life. s pas ra Baseball Coach Dougal scrutinizes his players as the action begins. AAwrestling match starts off at the whistle withEd Torruellas attempting to flip his opponent. Sports | 415 Wihe Commerce Varsity Football Team. front row: Virgilio Garcia , Thomas Devane, Al Sarno, Dale Moore and Robin Rivera; second row: John Golen, WOffensive player Jose Garcia attempts to run for a touchdown, Alexis Ostolaza, Steve Engle, Tim Frasier, Pernel Harris, Andre Goldson and — 6 ith plenty of bodies and good attitudes, the Raiders V opened the season, but in- juries to key people ulti- mately made for a small squad this year. But the general consensus among this year’s Commerce football players was that “they played more as a team and had a more positive atti- tude than in the past.”’ One thing that might have helped “Injuries to key people made for a small squad this year.” Sports WCommerce members block the opposing team from scoring. was the number of loyal fans — teach- ers, parents and zesty Commerce Raiders — who attended away as well as home games. Coach Provo agreed, “'! feel the team’s attitude was much better than last year, and also this was a much more competitive team.’ He added that he felt the first four games were played well, but the last two were dis- appointing. One thing missing from the football stop the opposing team for no gain. field this fall was a good offense. “'It takes awhile for an experienced team to gain precision on offense,’ revealed Coach Provo. This year’s games had more scores than last year. After three football games, the Raiders scored 21 points. However, the final record was the same as in ‘86. Player Thomas Devane stated, “‘Instead of being 0-6, we should have been 4-2.” Senior quarterback Alfonso Sarno WPernal Harris joins in a swarming defense to WBottom: With Al Sarno in possession of the ball, the Commerce offense goes on attack. WCommerce’s defense of Thomas De- vane and Louis Rodriguez close in on the opponent. executed well, and the runningback Al Cussen showed spark with great run- ning and good yardage. Edrian Single- ton was lauded for some good mo- ments in passing. Devane concluded, 'l liked my teammates; | felt the ‘87 team was much more improved. Next year I’m sure they'll regroup and have a winning season. Sports Alhe boys’ Soccer Team Members, first row: Ross Murray, Jaime Lopez, Todd Zeo, Garth Perri and Russel Coste; second row: Bar- bara Czelusniak, statistician, Yavessha Siriohnthong, Andy Fuentes, Eddie Parson, Tito Rivera, Truong Nguyen and Efrain Me- dina; third row: Coach Garvey, Tammy Clarke, statistician, Rich- ard Jambora, Ngeth Thun, Scott Jambora, Todd Stewart, Scott Kidder, Edwin Soto, manager, Dan Midura, manager and Coach Varzeas. The girls’ Soccer Team Members, first row: Captain Terry Wunch, Christa Mucha, Tara McCarthy, Amanda Lessard and Daisy Marquez; second row: Linda Preston, Kerry-Ann Mayer, Rhonda Stoddard and Irma Medina; third row: Coach Smist, Mi- chelle Sulewski, Kathy Walsh, Sonia Rivera, Brenda Hebert, Eli Gon- zalez, Jennifer Sauer and Coach Wroblewski. 118 Sports “Soccer is quickly be- coming a favorite sport at the High School of Com- merce.” © efeat is not always easy to take, but the boys’ and girls’ soccer teams could handle anything that was dished out. With seven returning players and eight new- comers, the boys’ team hit the field in their new uniforms. The season kicked off with a strong start for the first five games. In the middle it went downhill, but the team proved strong during the last seven games. Jaime Lopez, a two-year player, had a record of seven goals and four as- sists. He ended his season being named “player of the week” in the Springfield Union. Todd Zeo was an exceptional goalie, ending his season with 344 saves. Also playing an outstanding game were Garth Perri, Russell Costa, Rick Jambora, Felix LaSanta, Ross Mur- ray and Eddie Parson. Although the Lady Raiders had a los- ing season of 1-10-3, most games were close. ‘The team worked really hard.”’ replied Coach Wroblewski. “A good percentage of the games were lost because of lack of offense. The Raider team could not score.” This year, the team will lost three sen- iors — Amanda Lessard, fullback, Terri Wunch, center forward and Brenda score stays in our favor. Alop: Russel Costa, Jaime Lopez and Todd Stewart try to gain control of the ball. ALinda Preston blocks an attempted pass by the Putnam team. Hebert, foreward. But the goal tending duties shared by the two freshmen, Tara McCarthy and Sonia Rivera will be seen again next year. Coach Wroblewski feels the line should be a very experienced nucleus for nest season. “Many freshmen and juniors will be returning, plus we have the incoming tenth graders. From the look of it,’’ he continued, “the Com- merce team will be very strong.” Si Alop: Giving the game their all are Andy Fuentes and Todd Stewart. Alodd Zeo keeps the ball in play. AGoaltender Tara McCarthy makes sure the Sports B 119 WCoach Provo checks for time remaining while the Commerce players are engrossed in the game. Commerce Varsity Basketball Members, first row: Tim Jackson and Edwin Zavala; second row: Alan McTizic, Fabian Scott, Luis Robles and Elton Gartman; third row: Coach Provo, Larry Williams, Issac Wilkerson, Todd Walker, Stanley Early, La- vonne Dixon and Lisa Petell. “The Valley League was graced by their presence.” © t was an awesome year for our basketball t eam, which was made up of 6 seniors, 2 juniors and 3 freshmen. This past sea- son showed excitement and an awakening of the Commerce pride that has laid dormant for years. The year was so successful due to everyone’s contributions — the play- ers, the coach, and the students and WFrancisco De Jesus attempts to rack up points against Putnam with Wesley Ford’s help. teachers who cheered our guys on to many victories. The Raiders opened their Valley League schedule with a decisive 97-81 victory over State Street rival Putnam. Edwin Zavala scored 36 points, tying a Western Mas- sachusetts season high. The players worked really hard this year by practicing two hours a day for three days a week. They averaged two games a week throughout the WElton Gartman rebounds successfully with only a few minutes left in the game. season. Their attitude was positive, and there was plenty of action on the court to keep spectators on the edge of their seats. Their first loss was at East Longmea- dow where the undefeated RED lost in overtime at the buzzer as co-captains Edwin Zavala and Tim Jackson com- bined for 46 points. These two were al- ways there when needed to help the team pull ahead. In fact, contributions WBelow: Reggie Timmons, Jason Ryll and George Cumba watch from the bench. Wihat’s an easy two points scored by Ed- win Zavala, WCommerce Junior Varsity Basketball Members, first row: Gary Smith and Fran- cisco De Jesus; second row: Reggie Tim- mons, Eddie Haywood, Maurice Jones and Jorge Cumba; third row: Coach Garvey, Marvin Lewis, Wesley Ford, Jason Ryll and Luis Rodriguez. by all members — Luis Robles, Issac Wil- kerson, Alan MctTizic, Fabian Scott and Larry Williams in particular — made a difference. The Commerce basketball teams played their hardest with the guidance of Coach Provo and Coach Garvey and the packed bleachers of support- ers. The Valley League was graced by their presence. yb Sports A€velyn Pollard contemplates diving for the ball Alop: Commerce Girls’ Junior Varsity Basketball Team, first row: Donnette Xy- second row: Coach Limero, Lisa Gardner, Asilia Hill. Novelette Wilson, Michelle Thom- as, Collette Wilson and Yvette Brantley as, Collette Wilson and Yvette Brantley. 422 Sports asketTbal he girls’ basketball team started their season with strong enthusiasm. And since the number of girls “Commerce was able fo reinstate a girls’ junior pe a an ae an varsity program. from last year, Commerce was able to reinstate a girls’ junior varsity program for the first time in four years. The varsity team improved skill-wise from the previous season, but it met AJ.V. player Yvette Brantley looks around for passing prospects. Alop: A. J.V. player tries to take possession of the ball during a game with Ware. ACoach Limero takes time out to talk strategy with her ladies. with tougher competition. Co-cap- tains Melissa Federico and Linda Pres- ton led the team in rebounding, while junior point guard Annette Caraballo sparked the Raider offense. Other sen- iors contributing to the team were Julie Dinnie, the only three years member, Sylvia Green, Tammy Clarke and ex- change student Dagmar Pfefferle. Commerce defeated Smith Voke 29-24 for the first win of the season. Lin- da Preston had seven points while An- gelaMcCray, Melissa Federico, Tammy Clarke and Sylvia Green each had four, Also, Melissa Federico had twelve re- bounds and five assists while Linda Pres- ton had eight rebounds and two steals to assure the Raiders of a victory. The junior varsity team was led by juniors Meredith Snead, Donnette Xy- minies and Michelle Thomas. Freshman twins Novelette and Collette Wilson also contributed in the scoring and re bounding department. These Raiders opened their home season with a 19-12 victory over Gran by, Juniors Yvette Brantley and Mi chelle Thomas each had 5 points. Thomas also had 7 steals and 5 re bounds, sy - ASurrounded by Ware players, Melissa Federico has aimed for a basket and awaits the results qCommerce Girls’ Varsity Basketball Team, first row: Tammy Clark, Melissa Federico, Angela McCray, Julie Dinnie and Dagmar Pfefferle; second row: manager, Sylvia Green, Evelyn Pollard, Tonya White, Linda Preston, Annette Caraballo and Coach Limero 123 Sports WSilence is a wrestler’s best friend when he’s gearing up for a match: J. Thomas, A. Cusson, A. Milsap, E. Torrellas and V. Garcia. Commerce Wrestling Team Members, first row: A. Golson, C. But- ler, D. Frappier, J. Rosemond and D. Salgado; second row: S. Sutton, D. Oliver, J. Thomas, V. Garcia, A. Cusson, A. Milsap, E. Torruellas. “If you measure success by wins and losses, we don’t have many wins.”’ restling Sports ‘ restling, which is quickly becoming one of the most popular sports in America, returned to Commerce last year for the first time in ten years. Under the coaching of Mr. Fiore, the team made radical improvements this year, “If you measure success by wins and losses, we don’t have many wins,’ Fiore WPsyching up in solitude before a match, Ed Torrellas feels strong and invincible. ee spines a Lane ORE admitted. But he also pointed out that they reached several goals that they set for this year, such as an increased number of participants and a larger number of players remaining eligible after the grades came out. Also, the team had a larger schedule this year, featuring five home games and 11 away games. Coach Fiore be- came excited about having home games, as Commerce had none last WJohn Thomas and a friend don the Com- merce colors and contemplate victory. WEd Torrellas is not quite “on top” of things at this moment. year. The individual team members that Coach Fiore feels are especially talent- ed include team captain Dan Salgado, Dan Frappier, Ed Torrellas and James Rosemond. Up-and-coming under- classmen Al Cusson, Andre Golson and Virgillio Garcia also show promise. Cus- son was named Union-News athlete of the week. Coach Fiore feels that all 12 team WA victory for James Rosemond! WFor Dan Salgado, practice has paid off. ee ee ee ae members worked very hard, and he looks forward to next year when his nu- cleus of six to seven returnees will be able to wear new uniforms in the new school colors. He also feels that his team will grow in size and success, and that Commerce will steadily move up the ranks in Western Mass. school wres- ting. Jy ry he 1987 girls’ Track Team was again hindered by numbers. Had there been eye 3 5 more members on the It’s too bad the girls don f team, their showing come out for the Track Team. would have been more impressive, but the closest they came to winning was with Ho- lyoke at a score of 77 to 50. Alop: Melissa Federico practices her style in hurling the discus. AJulie Dennie comes in for a landing on the broad jump. AlTop: Jumping hurdles is what keeps Aman- da Lessard in top shape. A€dith Williams winds up for a terrific discus throw. ao ORAM a 5 Sa ASharrie Evans tries to gain precious extra inches as she executes a broad jump. 426 Sports This was not bad, however, since the team finished the season with only six competitors. Despite losing all the track meets, there were still some bright spots among the Lady Raiders. Melissa Federico was the team lead- er. She had the best performances in four events: 100 meter hurdles (19 sec.), 200 meters (31.5 sec.), discus (74'11 ) and the shotput (27'5’’). Amanda Lessard also was a top per- former for the Track Team. She quali- fied for the Individual Track Champion- ships at Springfield College and finished second among tough competition. Julie Dinnie was a newcomer to the team, but was a hard worker and a tough competitor. The highlight of the | AThe girls’ Track Team: Edith Williams, Sharrie Evans, Melissa Federico, Coach Bill Limero, Anna Nordstrom, Amanda Lessard and Julie Dinnie. AAnna Nordstrom pulls ahead in the 200 meter against Southwick. season was Julie's spirited win in the 400 meters against some talented runners from Central High School. Hopefully, in the future, the team wil attract more students to participate. There is a lot of talent in our school: it’s too bad the girls don’t come out for the Track Team. ae WBottom: J.V. Baseball Team Members, first row: Hamilton Ramos, Ed Torruellas, Jaime Lopez and Steven Engel; second row: Lluis Velasquez, Dan Frappier, Andy Fuentes, Alan McTizic and Calvin Hamrick; third row: Ismael Acevedo, Carmelo Tole- do, Jorge Cumba, Tim Pasterczyk, Ed Par- son, Chris Triba, Mark Heathman and Coach Cray. WFirst baseman Todd Zeo anticipates Tagging an opponent out. Sports WBottom: J.V. first baseman Hamilton Ramos WcCatcher Michael Warren prepares for a winning game. is at the ready to prevent scoring. Wihe outfielders move back when Luis Ro- bles is at bat. he season was hot for the o Raiders in red as they not only made it to the West- “The team’s attitude was positive ern Mass Tournament Divi- from the starf.”’ sion |, but also won by an 8 to 4 record. “The team’s attitude,’’ stated Coach Dougal, “‘was positive from the start, and they put forth a great deal of effort.’ Having the home advantage A SEB A UL at Van Horn Park also explains the team improvement. Commerce played their best when at home. The pitching staff included John Mur- phy, who was the MVP of the playoff games. He and Louis Prendergast helped greatly in the defeat of other teams. Catcher Edwin Zavala tried his best behind the plate and came up with surprising wins. In ‘88, ournew co-captains Todd Zeo and Luis Robles along with Danny Sal- and Coach Dougal. gada, Travis McDowell and Edwin Za- vala will put the team in the spotlight. The J.V. baseball team coached by Mr. Cray showed their skills by coming through many times with wins. Pitcher Eddie Torruellas doubled as shortstop. Calvin Hamrick took right field and did pretty well there, while left field was claimed by George Cumba. Center field was well protected by |s- mael Acevedo, and Mark Heathman _ WPitcher John Murphy winds up as third baseman Edwin Zavala looks on. qVarsity Baseball Team Members, first row: Travis McDowell, James Four- nier, Todd Zeo, Ruben Corales, Luis Murphy and Louis Prendergast; second row: Manager Lisa Coty, Manager Greg Fitzgerald, Michael Warren, Russell Costa, Al Sarno, Edwin Zavala, Eric Davies, Daniel Salgado, Norman Nieves was tremendous guarding the plate. Infielders Hamilton Ramos, Andy Fuentes and Alan McTizic were excel- lent at first, second and third base re- spectively. Many enthusiastic supporters came to cheer on both teams playing side by side at Springfield’s Van Horn ae Sports he girls’ softball team was o. lively and spirited in ‘87. With a 6 and 8 record, the girls not only proved they could win, but came close to a winning record. A lot of the effort was put forth by Mari- bel Aquino who played first base, Lisa Rodriguez who played second, and third baseman Kathy Walsh. Left and right fields were guarded by “They were not supported by a show of students and teachers.” AGirls’ Softball Team Members, first row: Teresa Wunch, Sondra Sutton, Michelle Sulewski, Lisa Rodriguez, Kathy Wals Howard and Rachel Rivera; second row: Coach Wroblewski, Bernitta Irving, Heather Croteau, ey Roberts, Linda Pres 130 Sports Schmidt and Coach Smist. eae AShortstop Heather Croteau scoops the ball up as third baseman Kathy Walsh watches. Rachel Rivera and Michelle Sulewski re- spectively, while center field was taken by Terri Wunch. The pitcher, Kris Schmidt, and catcher, Linda Preston, gave up little to other teams. Shortstop Heather Crouteau was a surprising as- set. Considering the lack of experienced personnel, the Raiderettes did very well. A tremendous amount of spirit and an attitude of pride and respect lifted them to six wins. Coach Wrob- lewski, very disappointed in the lack of attention on his girls, stated that “they were not supported by a show of stu- dents and teachers.”’ . The team, which was made up main- ly of juniors and freshmen, excelled in three special areas according to Coach Wroblewski. These were pitch- ing, hitting and scoring. There was only one senior, Kris Schmidt, who will not be ly. asset for the Raiderettes. ACheryl Roberts, filled with determination, prepares to win the game. returning for the ‘88 team, so the same dedication and spirit should be on the diamond again this spring. This team proved that they could compete with some of the best schools around, even under adverse condi- tions. Coach Wroblewski commented that there were far too many distrac- tions and hecklers to spur the girls on when they needed it. Raiderettes, good luck in the future! Alop: Rachel Rivera and Lisa Rodriguez zero in on a fly ball. AA home run for Teresa Wunch! Alop: Catcher Linda Preston shows her skill behind home plate by catching the ball neat- Alhe pitching of Kris Schmidt was a definite Sports - Wwith the tension of the game on their faces, Tonya O'Neil, Stacey Russell : and Melissa Porter try to relax during a lull in the action. © umping up and down on “The cheers may be the i the sidelines, waving same, but the attitude and oroun ge ae pom-poms, chanting Commerce cheers ... those are our Commerce cheerleaders. According to Captain Keisha Eger- ton, our cheerleaders have changed over the past few years. The cheers HEERLEADERS [L] ait qualifications are not.” Sports WSquad Captain Keisha Egerton cheers her heart out at a football game. attitude and qualifications are not. To begin with, our cheerleader enjoy what they are doing, and are very proud to show off their school. Also, we now have boys on the cheering squad, which makes Com- merce that much more unique and shows that we consider each other as equals, no matter what the circum- stances. The male addition makes it possible for flamboyant lifts to be ex- WMarisha Clinton executes a split as Marcus Jiles looks on. cheerleaders spark crowd enthusiasm. ecuted during the performance of a cheer, Coach Franklin and Keisha Egerton, who has been on the squad for three years, have spent many days after school preparing the squad for new cheers. The squad has also learned fancy footwork. Wayne Kelly, a local choreo- grapher, has helped the girls work out routines for our sports rallies. This WBelow: ‘Pretty maids all in a row,” our WStacey Russell hams it up for the cam- era, WBelow: Commerce Cheerleaders, first row: R. Hall, K. Ince, Coach Franklin, Cap- tain K. Egerton and E. Lumpkin; second row: E. Graham, M. Clinton, J. McCollum and M. Joyner; third row: C. Gore, S. Rus- sell, D. King, T. O’Neil and A. McCray. eae change has proved to be very impres- sive and has never failed to grasp the attention of the audience. During the year, our cheerleaders at- tended competitions, not fo compete seriously, but to learn new ideas and how to be a good sport when losing. “One day | hope that the cheerleaders go to a competition empty-handed and come back full-handed,” stated Miss E gerton. Sports 133 Au counselors are always there to help: Mrs. Hat- chett, Mr. McDuffee, Miss Hogan and Mr. Serafino. 134 Academics ACADEMICS t is not always the book that teaches the student well. If is how cleverly and skillfully an in- structor is when he breaks infor- mation down into that which is | more easily understood. It is also the unique personality of the teacher that helos to con- avey the information. ANMiss Wcislo gives her choir students last minute instructions. AMr. Varzeas humors his students by playing “Curse of the Mummy.” Academics 435 Mr. Albano Science Mrs. Arnold ‘Home Economics Mr. Arrechea Bi-Lingual Mrs. Barber Secretarial Mr. Basili Principal Mr. Bennett Social Studies Miss Blakeslee Mathematics Miss Canarie Secretarial Students in Commerce’s Mac lab key in to a successful future, Mr. Carrier | Social Studies Mr. Chechile Science Mrs. Christman Secretarial Mrs. Clark English 136 Academics Ewa Zduniewicz keeps track of her report progress. ae Leading their class in discussion are Thomas DeVane and Eric Davis. Bookkeeping is a snap for Jackie Loving. ae . Miss Coupal Science Mr. Czeck Business Miss Czekanski Foreign Language Mr. Czelusniak English Mr. DeBonis Counselor Miss DiSanti Assistant Principal Mrs. Doty Business Mr. Dougal Physical Education Mrs. Dunn English Mr. Fiore Physical Education Wr. Forrant Business Mrs. Fournier Foreign Language Dr. Franson Mathematics Mrs. Gagnon Secretarial Miss Gallo Business Mr. Garnes Social Studies Mr. Gaughan Business Mrs. Gintowt Business Mr. Glashow Social Studies Mrs. Gonet Secretarial “Am | in the wrong corridor?” asks Todd Zeo. Mr. Gormally Business Mrs. Grace English Mrs. Groomes Secretarial Mr. Guerra Social Studies Mrs. Henderson and Mrs. Santaniello are on hand when teachers need them. 138 Academics | Mrs. Gumlaw Secretarial Miss ‘Hachadourian English Mrs. ‘Haley English Mrs. ‘Hatchett Counselor Mrs. ‘Heffernan Reading Mrs. Henry Secretarial Miss ‘Hogan Counselor Mrs. ‘Holt Business Mrs. ‘Hwang Chinese Mrs. Jackson English Mr. Jasiewicz Social Studies Miss Kallock Social Studies Mrs. Marsh celebrates her favorite cartoon character during our Halloween dress-up day. Mrs. Karam Business Mrs. Karr English Mrs. Kasunick Bi-lingual Mrs. Kligerman Secretarial Mr. Carrequi Bi-lingual Mr. CaVelle Counselor Mrs. Gimero Physical Education Mrs. Qalesta Home Economics rs. Maloney Business Mrs. Marsh Mathematics Mr. Masi Computer Science Miss McCarthy English Academics DOUBLE DUTY q he present bi-lingual program is new at Com- merce. For its first year, Mr. Roy was chosen to be head of the department. The program was created to teach English as a second language to Spanish students. But there are also other subjects that are being taught in Spanish, so that the students may get the full benefit from their high school education. Mr. Roy feels that this is a considerable advantage to the students from this program. He stated, “It gives them v a chance to learn English and, at the same time, ad- vance academically.’ He added that the students are responding very wel to Ve Ose Working with clay is more than childs play for Gwen ‘ ‘ Guesin ™ ‘te Mr. McDuffee Counselor . Miss Moynihan y A Physical Education Miss Murphy English Mr. Mylonakis Science Mrs. Hatchett counsels Cassandra Phillips and Diana Johnson. Mr. Nodurf Assistant Principal Mr. O’Brien Foreign Languages Mr. Olejarz Business Mrs. O'Neil Cibrarian Sharolyn Vickers reacts to a teacher's humorous joke. 4 Mr. Paterwic English Miss 1). Pellegrino English Miss P. Pellegrino English Miss Pellerin Social Studies Michael Rodriguez and Carlos Camachos wait for an appointment with Mr. Serafino yy Mr. Phillips Physical Education Mr. W. Phillips Assistant Principal Mrs. Poliak Secretarial Miss Pratt Baystate Grads Mr. Provo Physical Education Mr. Reavey Social Studies Mr. Rosario Foreign Languages Mr. Roy Bi-lingual Mr. Ryan Science Mr. Serafino Counselor Mrs. Schumann Art Mr. Scott Social Studies 142 Academics Richard Jambora receives sympathy for his sprained an- kle from friends Homework’s a breeze for Corey Nedeau, Maritza Osorio, Ed Hernandez and Maria Restrepo make it to class on time ee A sea of faces makes its way to the cafeteria for first Junch COMMUNITY SERVICE 4 q his year the Social Studies department started a new program that will benefit the students as well as the community. The Mayor’s Community Service Program was in preparation this past winter and was initiated this spring. The purpose of the program is to instill the need for community services in students. This new addition will helo students to become better citizens and give them an insight into the present, as well as a possible prelude to the future. As with all other departments at Commerce, the Social Studies depart- ment is growing by leaps and bounds. Mrs. Skelly Bi-lingual Mr. Smist English Mr. Smith Counselor Mrs. Sparrow English Mr. Sumcizk Social Studies rs. Symanski Business Mr. Gai Bi-lingual Mr. Gemple English Mr. Genezar Business Mr. Uarzeas Business Mrs. Watson Mathematics Miss Weislo Music Mr. Whitney Mathematics Mrs. Willoughby Baystate Grads Mr. Wright Secretarial Mr. Wroblewski Physical Education Mr. Zavala Learning Center The guidance office is a busy place with Pablo Flores, Bridget Jones, Monique Boyd, Irene Lytras, Stephanie Franklin and Zuleika Brown, Proud of her report card, Bernitta Irving flashes a Com- merce smile. Completely out of character, Mrs. Haley dresses for Hal- loween 144 Academics Be Re drunk driver offers to take you with him. Two members of Caduceus work on assignments. A Acconcio, Nancy A. 50 ACEVEDO, ANGELITA 82 ACEVEDO, ISMAEL 82, 128 Ackourey, John 66 Afonso, Paula 66 Aguaya, Ramon 50 Aguayo, Lelis 50 Alexander, Laguada 50 Alexander, Pat 24 Alexander, Patricia A. 50 ALICEA, JOAQUIN 450 ALLEN, REGINA 66, 82 Alvarado, Alicia 50 Alvardo, Marianne 66 Alvarez, Yolanda 50 Anastasovites, Christina 66 ANDERSON, ANTWOINE 82 Anderson, Corey 30 ANDERSON, CYNETHIA L. 82 Andrews, Chris J. 66 Aponte, Diane |. 50 Aponte, Mike 50 ARCHAMBAULT, HEATHER 82 Armstrong, Jana L. 50 Arocho, Francisco 66 ARROYO, LUIS A. 66, 82 ASH, ANGELA 82 ASKEW, DOLORES 146, 23, 82 AUCLAIR, JULIE A. 82 BAILEY, ROBIN S. 24, 82, 83, 93, 95, 409 Baillargeon, Angela B. 66 Baki, Lina A. 50, 66 Bamber, David R. 19, 66 Barber, George D. 25, 50 BARBIERI, LUIGINA 82 Barden, Randolph 66 Bardwell, Judith A. 25, 50 Barklow, Tommy 50 Barnes, Sigmund C. 50 Bates, Christy 66 Index Bates, Joanna 50 Batista, Ana 50 Batiste, Anthony T. 50, 116 BECKET, ANTOINETTE 94 Bedinelli, Dino M. 16, 42, 50 BELNIAK, MARY KATE 46, 82, 106, 146 Bennefield, David 66 Bennett, Pamela 66 Berard, Craig T. 50 Bess, Valerie S. 50 Betterson, Raymond L. 66, 76 Billings, James L. 50 BILLINGS, SUSAN 82, 86 BILODEAU, STACY J. 13, 18, 49, 23, 39, 40, 42, 82, 90, 106 Bjorge, Michelle 50 Blake, Jonathan W. 24, 50 BLEDSOE, JARRELL L. 82 Boily, Tina 66 Bolston, Casandra 49, 20, 66, 90 Borges, Angelique 66 Boudreau, Joe 66 Bouffard, Glen T. 66 Bowens, Eric S. 50 Bowles, Kimberly 25, 50 Boyd, Monique A. 24, 82, 108, 109, 444 Branch, Kevin 66 Branche, Aurelia 24, 66, 87, 90 Brantley, Lisa 50 Brantley, Yvette 18, 24, 66, 122, 150 Brewer, James R. 24, 50 Britton, Eugene R. 50 Broadway, William 50 Brooks, Tiffany D. 50 BROWN, ANGELA K. 24, 82 BROWN, DONNA 24, 42, 94 Brown, Earl M. 50 Brown, Jason D. 66 BROWN, MARIA D. 82 Brown, Stephen 66 Brown, Zuleika M. 68, 82, 144 BRYANT, DEBORAH K. 24, 109 Bullock, Corey A. 50 BULLOCK, KIMBERLY 24, 82 BURGOS, JESUS 82 Burgos, Marisol 50 Bushey, Paula 66 Butler, Christopher W. 22, 66, 104, 106, 124 Byrd, Leandra D. 50 C Cabrera, Joseph 50 Cabrera, Leonides 66 CABRERA, RAQUEL 82, 143 CHAPLIN, ELIZABETH 24, 26, 88, 89 Charest, Chalene A. 50 Chatter, Elizabeth 50 CHOUINARD, PATRICIA 416, 84, 143 Embarrassment our palms are sweat- ing and your hands are shaking. You are sitting next fo a person you have never met in your life. You are finally behind the wheel of a car and ready for your first driving lesson. The instructor introduces himself and tells you to relax. Relaxing is the furthest thing from your mind! He explains that the P means park, R means reverse, N means neutral and D means drive; meanwhile you're thinking, “How stupid does this guy think | am?” He gives you the word to start the car, and your heart is beating faster than the car will go. You get to the corner of the street and, of course, there is a group of kids from Commerce hanging out there. You try to hide your face and get around the corner fast, but as you turn, the kids recognize you and start yelling. Boy, are you embar- rassed! Christian, Jennifer A. 54 CHRISTIANSEN, CATHY 84, 1413 CHUNG, YING BUN. 43, 19, 84 CHUNG, YING H. 419, 85 CINTRON, ELIZABETH 24, 85 Cisero, Shaun 54 Claiborne, Todd 54 Clark, Charlene 66 Clark, Crystal 66 CLARKE, TAMMY L. 416, 40, 44, 85 418, 123 Clarke, Virginia S. 66 Claudio, Nora 66 CLINTON, MARSHA L. 48, 32, 85, 43: Cole, Audrey 66 COLLAZO, GLORIA J. 85 Collins, Eric 24, 54 Collins, Mare 54, 146 Colon, Ermelinda 54 Colon, Glorivee 66 Colon, Jose A. 54 COLON, MARIA L. 54, 85 Colon, Rebecca 64, 66, 104, 107 Colon, Sonia 66 CONANT, CHRISTOPHER R. 85 Concepcion, Juan L. 54 Connors, Candy L. 66 Cook, Cynthia M. 54 Caceres, Efrain 50 Caderio, Mira 50 Calderon, Marilda 66 Calo, Janice 80 Camacho, Carlos A. 144 Camacho, Maribel 50 Campbell, Cecile 50 Campbell, Tamari M. 50 Candelaria, Seleida 66 Cangemi, Tinamarie 24, 50 Canini, Maria L. 50 - CAPACCIO, EMILIA 34, 82 CAPELES, QUETCY 84 Caraballo, Annette 66, 123 Cardona, Luz M. 50 Carlo, Jeffrey 66 Carlson, Aimee B. 50 CARO, LISSETTE 82, 143 Carr, Patricia A. 50 Carrasquilla, Beatriz 66 Carroll, Darnell M. 50 Carter, Erica D. 50 CARTER, PATRICE S. Carter, Shandell 24 Casillas, Diana M. 24, 50 Cassesse, Ronald 44, 50 CASTRO, MARTHA 84 Caudle, Julia 19, 26, 66, 83, 87 Caulton, Danny A. 50 CAYODE, ALICIA A. 8, 19, 22, 30, 39, 84, 106, 148, 154 CHAGNON, MICHELE 49, 84 Cook, Marilyn 54 COOK, PAMELA J. 85 Corales, Marlene V. 54 CORDERO, BARBARA V. 24, 86 Cornelio, Scott M. 34, 66, 168 Correa, Freddy 36, 66 Correa, Marisol 50 Corris, Maria D. 25, 50 CORTES, ELIEZER 86 Cortes, Jose 66 Cortes, Rosa 66 Costa, James J. 66, 97 Costa, Luisa 50 COSTA, RUSSELL D. 43, 18, 118, 150 Cottle, Gerald B. 50 Cotto, Lourdes 66 oughiin, Eron 66 Couture, Brenda 66 Crapps, Sonya M. 50 Crapps, Theodius 66 CRENSHAW, CHERYL A. 49, 54, 86 CROTEAU, HEATHER L. 34, 80, 130 CRUMP, KIEYAN E. 24, 86 Cruz, Aixa L. 50, 102 CRUZ, ANABELA 44, 13, 19, 86 Cruz, Keisha 69 CUBERA, JEANNETTE 86 CUMBA, GRACIELA 86, 99 Cumba, Jorge D. 19, 69, 120, 128 CURTIS, DAWN A. 43 Cusson, Albert J. 15, 116, 124 CZELUSNIAK, BARBARA A. 43, 16, 19, 24, 39, 86, 100, 108, 118, 152 Dang, Khoa 50 Daniel, Anthony 50 Daniel, Frances E. 50 Dare, Arnaud 20, 69, 89, 150 DAVEY, ELAINE P. 86 DAVIES, ERIC 86, 97, 137 Davila, Maritza 54 Davis, Brenda L. 54 DAVIS, LEON 44, 46 Davis, Rosalind R. 54 Davis, Shelley 25, 54 DAVIS, TAMIKO S. 86 Davis, Tina 54 Dawkins, Tyrone K. 69 Dawson, Kimberly 54 DeFeo, Teresa 69 DeJesus, Francisco 69, 120 Delgado, Enrique 54 Delgado, Jacqueline 26, 69 Delgado, Joanna 54 DELRIO, DOLORES 86 DelValle, Brenda L. 54 DelValle, Frank J. 54 Dennis, Annette 69 Denson, Ollie 24, 54, 57 DESROSIERS, TAMI 22, 42, 44, 86, 154 DEVANE, THOMAS E. 116, 137 DeVree, Brett L. 69 Diaz, Alma L. 52 Diaz, Elizabeth 52 DIAZ, ELIZABETH 86 DIAZ, JOSEFINA 86 Diaz, Neyda 52 Diaz, Steven 52 Dickerson, Anthony A. 69 Dinguis, Carmen 69 Dinh, Thien 52 Dinh, Tram 52 DINNIE, JULIE 14, 19, 38, 40, 44, 67, 86, 109, 123, 127 Dixon, Layanya 69 Dixon, LeVonne 52, 420 Dixon, Milene R. 25, 52 DONAHUE, MARY 24 Donahue, Rori 34, 35, 52, 64, 69 Dones, Leslie 52 DOUGLAS, COLLEEN 24 DOUGLAS, FREDRICK E. 47, 100 DUBEY, DEAN F. 24, 86 Dubour, Thomas 52 Duclos, Roy S. 52 Duke, Denise 24, 52 Dukes, Charisse 52 Dunlap, Barbara 52 Duquette, Michelle D. 52 Dyer, Dwayne 52 Dzwonkus, Christine 24, 52 Dzwonkus, Gary 69 Dzwonkus, Gary 69 Early, Stanley L. 52, 120 EDDINGTON, JERRY 86 Edwards, Bakish 52 Edwards, Daniel L. 52 EDWARDS, DEXTER H. 69, 86 Edwards, Oliver M. 69 EGERTON, KEISHA R. 24, 24, 35, 86, 132 Emmens, Nora 69 Encarnacion, Mayra D. 25, 52 Engel, Steven A. 69, 116, 128 EPPS, MICHELE A. 86 Erndt, Darlene 69 Ervin, Cameron 69 ESTRADA, JULIO 86 | Estrella, Miguel 52 Evans, Jeffrey 52 fF Farrell, Cathy Federico, Melissa 16, 19, 86, 100, 423, 126, 127 Feliciano, Anita C. 52, 63 upcakes, Twinkies, apple pies. Oh, my! No, it is not the Wiz- ard of Oz. It’s the dessert line at Commerce, and all the students are searching for their favorite dessert. The dessert line must be the longest line in the cafe- teria. SO much so, that stu- dents try to receive their desserts faster by giving money to their friends in the front. But if caught, they must go to the end of that very lengthy line. FELICIANO, DANILO 44 Felix, Doreen M. 52 Felix, Elizabeth 52 Fellion, Marcy 69 Felton, Deborah 69 FERGUSON, THOMAS L. 34, 86 FIELDS, VERONICA 89 Figueroa, Cindy 52 Figueroa, Luz C. 52 Figueroa, Marisol 69 Finegan, Stacy M. 52 FITZGERALD, GREGORY R. 419, 89 Flores, Charles 34, 47, 69 FLORES, PABLO R. 7, 36, 89, 110, 144, 148 Flowers, Vincent 52 THE CITY. LIBRARY SPRINGFIELD (MA) CITY LIBRARY Desserts To rectify this problem, many students feel that the lunch periods should be ex- tended by ten minutes. That would mean cutting period 6 short by twenty minutes. Not bad! Another gripe among stu- dents is that there are no wrappers on the desserts. What they fail to realize, however, is that many of those wrappers would end up on the floor. You can’t have your cake and eat it too. Ford, Westley E. 69, 120 FOSTER, REUBEN G. 24, 89, 114 Fountain, Tomuko E. 24, 52 Foy, James H. 69 Franco, Edna 52 FRANKLIN, STEPHANIE 24, 89, 144 FRAPPIER, DANIEL D. 124, 128 Frasier, Timothy A. 52, 116 Frogameni, James J. 52, 116 Fuentes, Andy 69, 97, 118, 128 Fugate, Dean W. 69 FUSS, JONATHAN K. 44, 418, 19, 34, 45, 89 Index GAGNON, REBECCA J. 89 Gagnon, Stacy 69 GAINES, LORENZO 34, 89, 108 Galarza, Clery 52 GALLAGHER, TAMMY A. 43, 89 Gamache, James 69 Gamble, Marsha 53 Gamble, Michael 53 GANDY, BETTY 43, 89, 144 Garayua, Maria J. 25 Garcia, Charles O. 53 Garcia, Diana 53 Garcia, Edwardo 69 Garcia, Emilio E. 53 Garcia, Hector 53 Garcia, Jose 53, 116 Garcia, Jose 69 Garcia, Marisol 53 GARCIA, REBECCA 53, 89 Garcia, Victor 69 GARCIA, VIONET Y. 43, 89, 109 Garcia, Virgilio 19, 116, 124 Gardner, Laura 69 Garner, Lisa 25, 53, 122 Gartman, Elton F. 53, 120 Gassnola, Lisa 53 GAUDETTE, WILLIAM J. 89 GERENA, MAYRA 89 Gero, Kelly L. 53 GESIN, GWENDOLYN 416, 72, 89, 140 Gibson, Roderick A. 69 Gilbert, Lisa M. 44, 23, 69 Giordano, Lisa 25, 53 Glaze, Robert P. 53, 116 Glynn, Cathy 25, 53 Glynn, Elaine S. 53, 62 GLYNN, SHARON 24, 42, 89 Goldson, Andre D. 53, 116, 124 Golen, John J. 53, 116 Gomez, Margarita 2, 24, 53 Gomila, Joseph 69 Gonzalez, Alice 53 Gonzalez, Ana 53 GONZALEZ, CARMEN 34, 94 GONZALEZ, DIANE 94 Gonzalez, Eli M. 25, 53, 148 Gonzalez, Elias V. 53 Gonzalez, Frank 69 Gonzalez, Maribel 46, 69 Gonzalez, Samuel 53 at ae | “dj a ¢U = es ) Gonzalez, Wanda 53 Gordon, Robert 69 Gordon, Stuart 69, 102 Gore, Casonia Y. 53, 133 Gore, Tanya Y. 53 Graham, Edith E. 53, 4133 Grant, Michael D. 69 Grasso, Anthony 53, 63, 152 Gravelin, Karen 69 Green, Guen 37 GREEN, SYLVIA L. 24, 123 Index GREENE, BARRY E. 40, 94, 98 GREENE, ERWIN O. 24, 94 Greenewald, Tony A. 53 Griffin, Natisha A. 53 GRIFFIN, RHONDA L. 94 Griffin, Roberta F. 53 GRIFFITH, MECHELLE E. 42 Grimes, Tammy 53 Gryskowka, Paul 53 Guay, Michelle 24, 69 Guerra, Amarilis 53 Guess, James E. 53, 65 GUEVIN, CYNTHIA A. 16, 42, 45, 87 Gunter, Tiwana L. 4, 25, 53 Guy, Stephanie 53 Guynup, Tracy A. 53 Hagans, Kenyetta M. 53 Haith, Geegee R. 53 Hall, Rahkia M. 53 Hall, Reginald E. 53 HALL, RHONDA Y. 24, 44, 68, 133 Hamilton, Brent L. 69 Hammerle, Brenden J. 53 HAMRICK, CALVIN E. 24, 94, 128 Hanke, Heidi 69 HANKS, KIMBERLY J. 28, 42, 94 Haqq, Dara G. 53 Haqq, Mattea 53 Harden, Rosevelt 69 Harden, Terron A. 53, 143 Harley, Thomas D. 53 Harris, Albert 53 Harris, Pernell A. 39, 53, 116 Harrison, William L. 34, 69 Hart, Jessica A. 53 Harvey, Lisa 52 Hassell, Mia 69, 144 Hawk, Tony 55 Hayes, Darcie 22, 24, 69 Haywood, Eduardo E. 1214 Heartly, Roderique 55 Heath, Todd 55 HEATHMAN, MARK L. 428 HEBERT, BRENDA L. 419, 94, 109, 118 Hebert, Dawn C. 55 Henderson, Deshaunna 55 Henderson, Timothy L. 55 Henry, Gregory W. 69 Henson, Tamara 55 Herbele, Jeffrey A. 55 HERNANDEZ, ALBERTO 4150 Higgins, Felicia 19, 69 Higgins, Michael B. 55 Hill, Aristeede 55 Hill, Asilia 55, 122 Hill, Belinda 55 eachers are continually standing up in front of class to explain home- work or reprimand students. Many students think teach- ers are meanies who assign homework and don’t have any feelings for their stu- dents. Their sole purpose in life is to make slaves of alll adolescents. Well, teachers are very enjoyable people who lead normal lives, despite what some teenagers think. And they do have a life outside the walls of the school build- Hill, Carsandra D. 55 Hill, Nicole 55 Hitas, Christopher 69 Hoadley, Lanette A. 55 Hockett, Rona L. 25, 54, 55 Holmes, Gasetta N. 55 Holmes, Shenita 55 Holve, Tracy 18, 69, 150 HONNEFELDER, CHARLOTT 89 Hooks, Tyrone T. 55 Horne, Carolyn A. 55 Hosey, Tal J. 55 Houle, Robert H. 36, 52, 55 Housey, Maleia 24, 70 HOWARD, AMANDA 43, 94, 144, 130 ing. Some teachers are just like their students; they go t¢ school-related and schoo sports events, they have friends, asense of humor anc fun. And teachers don't gc to these events to watct students mess up. The would like to find a commor ground other than the stu dent-teacher relationship. Students don’t realize if but there is a teacher in ev ery crowd, and he is just a normal as they are. Howard, Carl G. 55 Howard, Sh’Kena 25, 55 HOWE, TAMMY A. 28, 94 Howell, Nigel A. 55 HUARD, MICHELLE 28 Huntley, Belinda 70 Huntoon, Kimberly 25, 55 Huynh, Lan 48, 70, 150 Ibrahim, Khalid 65, 70 Ince, Kathleen L. 55, 133 IRIZARRY, MIRIAM 35, 86, 108, 109 IRVING, BERNITTA L. 34, 42, 94, 130, 445 Jackson, April 55 Jackson, Douglas J. 55 JACKSON, HOPELAND A. 94 Jackson, John W. 25 Jackson, Keisha 55 Jackson, Leronnia R. 25, 55 Jackson, Melanie 70 Jackson, Timothy 70, 120 JACKSON, YVETTE M. 94 Jacobs, Chad M. 70 | Jacobs, Michael A. 55 _ JAMBORA, RICHARD 44, 46, 55, 94, 418, 142 Jambora, Scott P. 29, 118 _ JAMES, SYDONNIE 94 | Jamison, Wileen 70 JANAS, EDMUND J. 20, 89, 94, 103 JARVIS, JASON 40 Jarvis, Michelle 55 JASMIN, JOY 24, 94, 109 Jaworski, Carleen 55 Jenkins, Ray B. 70 Jenkins, Sharon D. 55, 62 JEROME, ROBERT A. 14 _ Jessup, Cristopher J. 55 | Jessup, Nusean D. 55 _Jiles, James M. 55, 62 'Jiles, Marcus A. 55, 63 Jimenez, Carlos J. 55 Johnson, Damon 55 _ JOHNSON, DIANA Y. 94, 140 _ Johnson, Katrice 55 | Johnson, Sharon 24, 55 _Johnson, Shaunda L. 24, 55 _Johnson, Sonya 55 | Johnston, Wade C. 70 U _ Jones, Alton 55 JONES, BRIDGET L. 144 ‘Jones, Dana 65 Jones, Ethel 70 Jones, Laura 55 Jones, Maurice 55, 124 Jordan, Linda F. 55 _ Jordan, Patrick N. 55 _ JOYNER, MELANIE R. 19, 94, 133, 154 JUBREY, GINA M. 24, 94 ll Kacoyannakis, Stephen 70 Kelly, Nathan L. 55 KENNY, PATRICIA A. 414, 92, 99 Kidder, Scott A. 55, 118 KILBRIDE, CARLENE 92, 110 KING, DARRYL V. 24, 92, 108, 109, 433, 152 King, Inez M. 56 King, Stacey 56 Kirley, Ellen 66, 70 Knight, James R. 70 KOCHANOWICZ, MARJORIE 7, 49, 22, 78, 92 Kwasniak, Joanne 56 L LaFlamme, Bob 26 LaFlamme, Mark A. 56 Laflamme, Robert A. 70 LaFontaine, Carlos R. LAGUE, ANNETTE 92 Lajara, Samuel 70 Lane, Mark 56 Lanier, Darlene 70 Lanou, John F. 70, 104 Lantz, Catherine M. 56 LaPorte, Anne M. 24, 43, 56 LaPorte, Holly M. 56 Laroche, Karen A. 50 LaSanta, Fernando 56 LAUREANO, EILEEN 92 LaValley, Jason 24 Lavalley, Kim 56 LaValley, Michelle 24, 56 LaVoie, Dawn E. 24, 56 Le, Viet Hoang 56 Leak, Mark B. 56 Lee, Cheryl D. 56 LESSARD, AMANDA L. 49, 92, 118, 126 LEWIS , CLARA 93 LEWIS, EVEON 93 LEWIS, JANICE 93 Lewis, Marvin 56, 124 Lewis, Sylvester J. 56 LEWIS, YVETTE R. 30, 93, 95, 147 Libby, Lynn 70 Liberty, Anthony 56 LIDDELL, JAMETRIOUS D. 24, 93 Limoges, Jeremy D. 56 Linton, Richard A. 70 Liri, Peggy 36 LIRITZIS, PONAYOTA 93 Livingston, Howie W. 56 Variety rom bright colors to pas- tels, suits and dresses to jeans and warm-ups, Commerce students cer- tainly do dress in a variety of ways. Often you see the latest fashions in our hallways. Quite often, too, you see our ‘“executives,”’ those who of- ten dress up in business at- tire. The greatest number of our students, though, dress in attractive, stylish and casual clothes. Still others dress for a workout or morning job. Why do we dress as we do? Well, style is a personal choice, and certainly a rea- son why we pick our style of clothes. However, many people dress for their jobs after school, especially those who work in offices. Some people try to keep up with the latest fashions, while others just want to feel com- fortable. Certainly all this makes Commerce a more interest- ing place. Lockett, Bridgett 24, 70 Lockett, Regina 24, 24, 56, 70 Lomax, Yvonne 70 Long, Jennifer 23, 70 Longtin, Michael J. 56 Lopez, Denise 25, 70 Lopez, Ernesto 54, 56 Lopez, Glorienid 26, 70 LOPEZ, JAIME A. 19, 93, 148, 128, 450 Lopez, Joana 56 Lopez, Mayra L. 56 Lopez, Priscilla 70 LOVING, JACKIE M. 137 Lubieddin, Zakiyyan 70 Lucas, Eric D. 56 Lugo, Daisy J. 56 LUGO, JUAN 93 Lumpkin, Elizabeth I. 56, 133 Lynch, Michelle 24, 56 Lyons, Candice 56 Lyons, Tami 56 LYTRAS, IRENE 16, 44, 96, 144 Mach, Le Quyen 56 Mach, Quon T. 56 Machicote, Jasmin 56 MACZKA, WAYNE A. 70, 96, 109 Maddox, Cornelius 70 Maillet, Lynne 70, 83 Maki, William 56 MALDONADO, JANICE 96 Malone, Twana L. 25, 56 Mann, Laura 70 Mannino, James F. 56 Manizoros, Peter 70 Manzi, Andrew 56 Markham, Twana M. 56 MARQUEZ, DAISY E. 96, 148, 150 MARRERO, MIGDALIA 96 Marrero, Robert 56 MARSH, CASSANDRA 49, 96, 154 MARSHALL, TARESS C. 4, 17, 24, 42 Martin, Erin 56 Martin, Marcy 70 Martin, Noemi 56 Martinez, Ana R. 56 Martinez, Glori 56 Martinez, Lisette 56 MARTINEZ, NANCY 46, 96 Index Martinez, Wilfredo 56 Marty, Juan J. 56 Mason, Carmen 70 Massot, Wanda 70 Masters, Hearther 56 MATHIEU, KIMBERLY 36, 96, 113 MATHIS, GWENDOLYN 49, 24, 96, 454 Matos, Eugene 56 Matthews, Nicole D. 56 Matthews, Tracy L. 56 Mayer, Kerry-Ann 25, 56, 95, 116 McCarthy, Tara L. 25, 57, 118 McCollum, Jeanine 70, 133 McCollum, Tawanda 70 McCoy, Darren J. 70 McCoy, Samantha 90 McCray, Edes 49, 24, 70, 123, 133 McLean, Wayne 40, 44, 44, 70 MecMillian, Victoria 19, 70, 104 McNabb, David M. 57, 63 McNamara, Michelle 70 McTIZIC, ALAN W. 44, 96, 120, 128 McTIZIC, ANTHONY J. 96 Meak, Chim 57 Meak, Ronn 70 MEDINA, EFRAIN O. 96, 1418 Medina, Irma 2, 57, 118 Medina, Jaysalee 57 Melendez, Angel 57 Melendez, Elizabeth 57 Melendez, Jose 57 Mendez, Clemente 57 Mendoza, Marilu 57 Merced, lIvelisse 30, 70 MERCURE, DOROTHY L. 96 Volleyball his year the High School of Commerce formed a Volleyball Club. They met on Mondays and Tues- days beginning on Septem- ber 28, and the average en- roliment was thirty. The highlight of their sea- son was hosting Central's Volleyball Club and defeat- ing them by a score of 125- 117. The season finished on November 23. Miss Moynihan, club advi- sor, stated, ‘‘We are looking forward to next year and hopefully starting a volley- McCray, Stephinie S. 57 McDevitt, Kerry 70 McDonald, Kimberly A. 57 McDonald, Nancy 70, 76 McDonald, Sharon 70 McDOWELL, TRAVIS M. 25, 96 Mclvery, Aiclincia 57 McKENZI, GEORGETTE A. 96 McKenzie, Althea 70 McKenzie, Carl D. 57 McKnight, Jesse R. 70 Index ball team instead of a club.” That way there can be more competition with neighbor- ing school systems. Members included the fol- lowing: Alberto Hernandez, Arnaud Darc, Soundara Pa- phoutha, Jaime Lopez, James Rosemond, Tracy Ross, Lakeo Sundara, Jean No, Lan Huynh, Tai Pham, Ron Pebley, MaryAnn Vargas, Joaquin Alicea, Yvette Brantley, Ed Pagan, Tracy Holve, Sondra Sutton, Russell Costa and Juan Woodbury. METCALF, JOANNE L. 19, 24, 44, 96 Midura, Dan 118 Miles, Corey 26, 70, 83 Miller, Jermaine F. 57 Mills, Sadie 57, 68, 124 Milner, Anthony 57 Milsap, Anthony 57, 68, 124 Misco, Craig W. 34, 70, 168 Mongomery, Melinda 57, 138 Monserrate, Angel M. 70 Montalban, Josue 73 MOORE, DALE L. 96, 116 Moore, Tanya 73 MOORE, THERESA 96 MORALES, ANGEL 19, 96 Morales, Joanne 73 Morales, Jose 73 MORALES, MILAGROS 87 Morales, Venessa 57 Morgan, Andrea J. 57 Morris, Janet 24, 73 MORRIS, TROY A. 96 Morrison, Aaron F. 57, 73 Morrison, Angel M. 25 Mosher, Samantha J. 24, 57 Moss, Willie J. 57, 116 Mottley, Sophia 73 MOTYKA, STEPHEN 96 MUCHA, CHRISTINA 96, 1418 Muldrow, Carl E. 57, 63 Murdock, Craig 73 Murdock, John 4116 MURPHY, VIVIAN 96 Murray, Kimberly 57 MURRAY, ROSS T. 96, 148 Nazario, Madelyn 73 NEDEAU, COREY M. 16, 419, 22, 32, 45, 98, 142, 148 Negron, Angela 73 Negron, Kristine 57 NEGRON, MITZIE 98 NEWELL, ANGELA J. 24, 79 Newell, Shawn A. 73 NEWMAN, JILL A. 73, 98 Nguyen, Nu T. Nguyen, Quan 57 NGUYEN, TIEN 18, 19, 150 Nguyen, Truong 57, 118 Nichols, Brenda 73 Nichols, Cassandra 73 Nichols, Ericka J. 24, 73 Nieves, Heriberto 73 Nieves, Javier 57 Nieves, Ramon 9 NO, CHIN CHU 43, 16, 19, 24, 98, 150 No, Yung H. 57 Nolin, Nicole 57 Normand, Julie 57 Norrington, Chad 57 Nunez, Adriana 57 Nunez, Joann 73 0 O’Banner, Tracy 73 O’Brien, Noah 57 O’Neil, Daniel M. 73 O’Neil, Tanya 57, 132 Oliver, Dwayne 73, 124 Orellana, Sonia N. 58 Orellanes, Angel 58 Ortiz, Jose 73 Ortiz, Maria 73 Ortiz, Maribel 44, 73, 400 Ortiz, Nancy 58 : ORTIZ, PATRICIA 98 Osorio, Maritza 47, 74, 73, 75, 142 Ostalarza, Alexis 58, 116 OSTOLAZA, MARITZA 98 Otero, Yolanda 58 Oyola, Jeannette 58 Oyola, Sylvia 58 p Pabon, Nancy 58 Pacheco, Eddie W. 8, 9, 58, 150 Packard, Keri-Leigh 58 PAFUMI, ANGELA 98 Pagan, Maria 46, 73 PAGAN, MARIA 99, 149 Pagan, Pedro A. 47, 58 Pantoja, Luisa M. 58 Paphouttha, Soundara 60, 150 Paris, Juan 58 PARSON, EDWARD 36, 148, 128 Paskovich, Lauretta A. 58 Pasterczyk, Timothy F. 73, 128 Payne, Robin 58 Payton, Jabbar 73 Pearson, Andrew 73 PEBLEY, RONALD E. 418, 34, 99, 150 Pedraza, Reynaldo 58 Pelletier, Nicole M. 58 PENDLETON, KEVIN M. 87, 99 Pepper, Krista 73 Perez, Marilyn 58 PEREZ, MARITZA 99 Perez, Rissely 58 Perez, Wanda 73 PERRI, GARTH 20, 148 Perry, John H. 58, 65 -Pertillar, Lanary 73, 75 _ PETELL, MICHELLE M. 7, 16, 49, 22, 44, 99 —Petelle, Lisa 25, 73, 120 Peters, Ronda 58 | Peterson, Debbie 73 —Pettengill, Monica A. 58 _PFEFFERLE, DAGMAR 44, 20, 37, 45, 75, 89, 99, 123 | PHAM, TAI 48, 450 | PHILIPOFF, PAMELA 24, 34, 99 | PHILLIPS, CASSANDRA 99, 140 | Phu, Lien 58 Pickering, Bridget 16, 73 | PIENIAK, TRACY L. 23, 104 | Plourde, Theresa 73 | Polite, Lisa 76 Pollard, Evelyn 39, 58, 122 Porter, Kiesha L. 25, 58 Porter, Melissa 58, 128, 132 Powell, Caroline 58 'Prentis, David 116 “Preston, Linda 44, 19, 24, 73, 118, 423, 130 | Prindle, Lori 58 | Prophet, Cynthia 24, 73 Prophet, Melissa 73 | Prophet, Theresa 58 | Pryzbyiski, Lynn A. 43, 58 _PULCHTOPEK, STEPHEN F. 14, 104 Q —Quates, Stefon A. 58 Quiles, Herminia M. 58 Quiles, Teresa 73 Quinones, Anibal 73 'Quinones, Carlos 58 Quinones, Emilio 58 Quintero, Ingrid 73 RAMIREZ, DANNY 444 Ramirez, Sandra 73 Ramos, Amelia 73 416, 128 Ramos, Luz 73 Ramos, Melissa 58 Ramos, Oscar E. 59 Ramos, Roldan 59 Ramos, Willy 19, 73 Ramsey, Racine 23, 73 _ Rand, Diana 73 - Raniero, Francine H. 59 _Rayford, Donyell C. 24, 59 { RAZICK, LINDA 404 _ Reid, Ddwayne 73 Reid, Dilworth 59 Reid, Ricky L. 63 ter Ramos, Hamilton 24, 23, 67, 72, 73, Baystate Grads ne of the most pop- ular senior-oriented programs this year was Jobs For Baystate Graduates. Job specialists, Miss Pratt and Mrs. Wil- loughby, along with 110 ac- tively participating seniors made this year the fourth successful year for JBSG. This is a class that seniors may participate in during their study period. Learning employable skills and receiv- ing job placement are two of the chief concerns of the program. After the Initiation and In- Reis, Dewayne A. 59 Remillard, Jeff 43, 73, 75 Rentas, Jenal 40, 59, 74 Restrepo, Maria 19, 25, 34, 47, 64, TAN, WE ey Ie Reyes, Aileen 59 Reyes, Diana 73 Reyes, Gail 74 REYES, LIZETTE 44, 104 REYES, ZORAIDA 41 REYNOLDS, ALETHEA 4104 Reynolds, Authrine N. 23, 59 RICHARDSON, LISA D. 42, 104 Rios, Alexander A. 59 Rios, Elizabeth 59 stallation Ceremony on No- vember 16, members did not hold back their enthusiasm. some seniors represented JBSG’‘s as well as HSC at var- ious meetings, partook in fund-raisers by selling key- chains, posters and roses and formed teams and played volleyball against area schools. They also held a field trip to Boston, held a Christmas party for a special education class and took part in the Career Develop- ment Conference at Chez Josef in April. Rios, Luz N. 74, 80, 144 Rivera, Abigail 74 Rivera, Anabel 59 Rivera, Brenda 59 Rivera, Carmen 74 RIVERA, DAMARIS 4104 Rivera, Edwardo 59 RIVERA, ELIZABETH 4104 Rivera, Francisco 36, 47, 74, 140 RIVERA, IDELIZA 404 RIVERA, JAVIER R. 104 Rivera, Jorge 36, 59 Rivera, Juan 74 RIVERA, LUZ A. 4104 Rivera, Madeline 74 Rivera, Magaly 74 Rivera, Melvin 74 Rivera, Rachel 74, 4130 Rivera, Reynaldo 59 RIVERA, ROBIN 104, 104, 116 Rivera, Rolando 59 Rivera, Sonia 74, 118 Rivera, Tito 118 Robbins, Shannel 24 ROBERTS, CHERYL 14, 130 Roberts, Jolene 59 Robinson, Christina 34, 59 ROBLES, LUIS R. 19, 104, 120 Robles, Ramon 14, 59 Rockliffe, Thomas 59 Rodriguez, Brenda 59 Rodriguez, Edwin 59 Rodriguez, Elizabeth 74 Rodriguez, Francisco 58 Rodriguez, Frankie 59 Rodriguez, Gloria M. 59 RODRIGUEZ, GLORIMAR 104 Rodriguez, Iraida 25, 59 Rodriguez, Jaime 9, 59, 76 Rodriguez, Josie 74 Rodriguez, Luis 59 Rodriguez, Luis 59 Rodriguez, Luis 59, 116, 121, 166 Rodriguez, Marilyn 59 RODRIGUEZ, MELVIN 413, 38, 104 Rodriguez, Moises 59 Rodriguez, Nelly 74 Rodriguez, Orlando 74 Rodriguez, Cory 59 Rogers, Heather 26, 74, 83 Romasco, Deana 22, 37, 74, 148 Rondon, Brenda 59 Rosado, Lourdes 74 ROSARIO, LISA M. 40 ROSARIO, NOEMI 104 ROSARIO, NYDIA 43, 104 Rosario, Peter 74 Rosario, Rosita 74 ROSEMOND, JAMES T. 104, 124, 450 ROSS, LISA M. 24, 26, 34, 83, 101 Ross, Rowena S. 25, 59 Ross, Troy 74, 150 Rossini, Robin 74 Roucoulet, Glenn M. 59 ROWTHAM, MARQUISE A. 24, 104 Rubet, Janette 74 Russell, Stacy M. 59, 61, 132 Ruth, William 59 Ryll, Jason J. 59, 120 Index Saccamando, Stacy 74 SALGADO, DANIEL 104, 124 Salgado, Jeannette 25, 59 Salvas, Luise M. 24, 59 Sanchez, Daisy E. 59 Sanchez, Juan J. 59 Sanchez, Julie 19, 74 Sanders, Theresa 24, 59 SANTA, NANCY 4149 SANTANIELLO, DIANE L. 43, 104 SANTIAGO, ANN MARIE 3, 44, 37, 40, 404 Santiago, Caroline 59 Santiago, Docilia 59 SANTIAGO, ELIZABETH 43, 38, 104 Santiago, Enrique 74 Santiago, Gloria M. 59 Santiago, Jose A. 59 Santiago, Jose L. 74 Santiago, Maritza 59 SANTIAGO, MIRIAM 78, 102 Santini, Betsaida 59 SANTOS, BOBBI JO 102 SARNO, ALFONSO 116 Sauer, Jennifer L. 60, 1418 SCHANCK, SONIA 102 Schoolfield, Diane 24, 74 Scott, Ann 60 Scott, Antonia D. 60 Scott, Arthur S. 74 Scott, Christy 60, 124 Scott, Denise G. 45, 60 Scott, Fabian L. 74, 120 Scott, Zettie 74 Sea, Seang 60 Seal, Alexander 60 Sepulveda, Maria 74 Sepulveda, Richard 60 Serrano, Jose A. 60 Serrano, Miriam 60 SEVERINO, CAROLYN C. 43, 38, 44, 402 Shainheit, David 74, 144 Shaver, James L. 74 Shea, Tracy 74 Sheehan, Dennis M. 74, 75 Sheffield, Rena 74 Sherfield, Sonia 60 SHIDER, NYRA A. 102 Shink, Ricky 60 Singleton, Edrian D. 64, 116 Siriphanthong, Darin 60 Siriphanthong, Yavess 1418 Skala, Melissa A. 28, 34, 60, 74 SMALL, INGRID E. 94, 102 Smith, Carolyn V. 25 a owe Index SMITH, GARY 102 Smith, Gary T. 74, 124 Smith, Kimberly 60 Smith, Merinda M. 60 Smith, Sharon D. 25, 60 Smith, Vanessa 74 SMITH, YOLANDA 74, 80, 102 SNARE, RACHEL A. 74, 103 Snead, Meredith 24, 74, 122 Sobczyk, Eva M. 60 Soderstrom, Tina M. 60 Sotirpoulos, Nicole 60 Soto, Edwin 60, 1418 Soto, Llexica 60 Sparks, Mare 74 SPRADLEY, LEON 42, 64, 97, 103, 154 ST. JOHN, CHERYLANN 8, 49, 20, 24, 83, 103 Staley, Natalie 74 STASIAK, MICHELE L. 7, 87, 103, 104 Steiner, John 60, 116 Stewart, Anthony 74, 103 Stewart, Todd J. 118 Stoddard, Rhonda L. 23, 60, 1418 Stover, Nathan 26 SUCHECKI, CHRISTINE 416, 45, 103, 130 Sulewski, Michelle 414, 74, 118 Sundara, Lakeo 74, 150 Sutton, Sherry 103 Sutton, Sondra 24, 74, 124, 130, 150 Swank, Tod 60 Swift, Tracy 16, 23, 72, 74 SWORDS, KAREN J. 103 $zklarz, Steven J. 60 T TALBERT, KENNETH E. 105 Talley, Tiwania A. 60 TATRO, JENNIFER 405 Tatro, Lisa A. 74 TAYLOR, CAROL 105 Taylor, Jameasa 60 TAYLOR, SHARON D. 44, 105 TEECE, YVETTE 105 Terrell, Laurisa M. 60 TERRY, GAIL M. 54, 405 TERRY, ROMY 105 Thai, Phung 74 Theriaque, Michele 74 THOMAS, JOHN A. 24, 95, 105, 124 Thomas, Katrina 74 Thomas, Michelle 24, 74 THOMAS, THERESA 105 Thun, Mao 450 Thun, Ngeth 118 Tiet, Phouc T. 77 Timmons, Reginald A. 120 Toledo, Alexys 60 TOLEDO, CARMELO C. 43, 419, 105, 428 Torrellas, Cindy 77 Torres, Johnny 60 Torres, Joselin 77 TORRES, LISSETTE 20, 22, 105 TORRES, MADELINE 105 Torres, Madeline 60 Torres, Maria A. 60 Torres, Rosa 60 Torres, Yanira 60 TORRUELLAS, EDWARD 105, 115, 124, Reversal sk anyone for the name of the student who has gone most quickly from failure to suc- cess, and they'll undoubted- ly give you the name of Tony Grosso. Hardly the best student or the most actively involved last year, Tony has become the Alex P. Keaton of Com- merce. The year before he “forcibly’’ left Cathedral with an F average. All of a sudden he’s wear- ing a necktie, carrying a briefcase, running for presi- dent of his class and partici- Torres, Ada R. 60, 85 Torres, Daniel 60 TORRES, ISRAEL 105 pating in all kinds of activi- ties. He now boasts of A’s rather than F’s, and he has recently started his own profitable tutorial service in the school. Tony credits Mr. O’Brien with “turning him around.” “He kept me after school last year and lectured me as to how | was going no- where,’’ commented Tony. “People take me much more seriously now.” Now Tony has realistic dreams of becoming a law- yer, a stockbroker, an ac- countant or a politician. 128 Trabal, Deliris 77 Tran, Du 419, 77 Triba, Christopher 39, 77, 116, 128 TROMBLEY, MICHAEL 20, 40, 105 Trujillo, Ana L. 77 Trujillo, Marinelly 60 Turgeon, Daniel C. 26, 44, 77, 87, 404 Turner, Patricia 22, 77 Valentin, Mary L. 60, 85 Valentine, Reinaldo 60 Valles, Sandra 77 VAN LAARHOVEN, CHARLOTTE 14, 20, 37, 88, 92 Vargas, Elizabeth 77 VARGAS, IRIS 105 VARGAS, MARY ANN 4105, 150 Vargas, Mary C. 18, 60 Vasquez, Sandra 60 ‘VAUGHAN, LINDA 405 Vaughn, Trina R. 60 VAUTRAIN, KATHERINE 105 Vazquez, Elieser 60 Vazquez, Jacqueline 60 VAZQUEZ, MARIAN 4105 Vega, Alexander 60 _VELASQUEZ, LLUIS E. 105, 128 Velazquez, Carmen L. 60 VELAZQUEZ, MARIA M. 4105 Velez, Daisy 77 Velez, Madeline 60 Veratti, Denise 77 VERGERANO, NELSON 105 Vicente, Aurora 60 Vicente, Carmen M. 60 VICENTE, ROBERTO 105 Vick, Steve 77 Vickers, Sharolyn 14, 19, 77, 140 Vickers, Takisha D. 60 Vidal, Elizabeth 77 Viens, Cathy 77 Villodas, Evelyn 419, 77 VILLODAS, MADELINE 43, 419, 105, 450 _Voisine, Marie 62 Wadlegger, Ula M. 34, 77, 114 Waldon, James 24, 62 Walker, Lynese E. 62 Walker, Todd 62, 120 Wallace, Scott 62 Walsh, Kathleen 67, 72, 77, 118, 130 WANZO, DAWN 4105 pee Ward, Nicole 77 Warren, Lisa R. 62 Warren, Michael S. 44, 77, 87, 128 Warren, Taylor 77 Washington, Tanya 62 Watkins, William 77 WATT, LORRAINE 46 WEBB, ALLISON D. 98, 105 Webb, Sherrie M. 62 WEISS, KAREN 26, 105 WELDON, VINCENT L. 44, 105 Wessig, William 77 WEST, CARLA R. 14, 105, 108 Westbrook, Jermone D. 62 Westcott, Crystal 77 Wheeler, Felicia A. 62 White, Christopher 44, 77, 87 WHITE, LORI A. 34, 110 White, Margaret 77 White, Tonya 77, 123 WHITSETT, BRYANT K. 106 Whyte, Charlene 62 WILKERSON, ISSAC M. 37, 106, 120 WILKERSON, TONYA Y. 106 Williams, Elizabeth 44, 77 WILLIAMS, JENNIFER 440 WILLIAMS, LARRY L. 120 Williams, Lenise 19, 24, 26, 77, 83 Williams, Michelle 62 WILLIAMS, RAYMOND 20 Williams, Rodney 62 Williams, Shauna U. 25, 62 Willis, Catrina 62 Wilson, Colette C. 62, 122 WILSON, DANITA M. 419, 106, 444, 454 Wilson, Detrick D. 62 BS SU, advised by Mrs. Groomes, is a group of Commerce and Cen- tral students set up in con- junction with the Springfield Urban League. The only re- quirements are that mem- bers have a good atten- dance record and a C aver- age or better. BSU members strive to show leadership in the area by participating in communi- ty interests like SADD and Students Against Drugs. This past Thanksgiving, they heloed set up and serve Thanksgiving dinner to the elderly; in December, they serenaded the elderly with Christmas caroling at the Springfield Municipal Hospi- tal. President Eric Davies com- mented, “| feel we are ac- complishing a lot of things by expressing togetherness, fellowship and accomplish- ment.”’ All members seem happy with their group because they feel there is no problem in reaching their goals. The problem is in forming the goals to be reached. And that’s what they do. WILSON, KEVIN I. 19, 106 WILSON, NATALIE 37, 106 Wilson, Novlette C. 62, 122 Wise, Shawn P. 62 Wiseman, Bryant 77 Witherspoon, Sabrina 77 Wood, Theresa 62 Woodbury, Juan Q. 18, 25, 62, 150 Wray, Antonio L. 62 WRAY, MICHELLE 406 Wright, Andrew C. 62 Wright, Duane L. 62 Wright, Erica Y. 24, 62 Wright, Ronald 62 WUNCH, TERESA 24, 106, 1418, 130 Xyminies, Donnette 62, 122 Y Yang, Seng 18, 150 d Zapata, Ivette 62 ZAVALA, EDWIN 43, 106, 120 ZDUNIEWICZ, EWA 413, 137 ZEO, TODD A. 414, 19, 106, 118, 129, 138 Zimmerman, Melinda 77 The High Schoo! of Commerce Thanks Our 1988 CADUCEUS Advertisers Compliments of BAY STATE GRADUATE PROGRAM Compliments of STUDIO of DANCE — BEST WISHES! The Gi Ages 3 thru Young Adult SPRINGFIELD TEACHERS eae CREDIT UNION 438 Boston Road, Springfield Main Street, Agawam Dancing Is Fun! 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Advertising 163 CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES from the High School of Commerce Faculty and staff Mr. Basili Miss DiSanti Mr. Phillips Mr. Nodurf Mrs. Arnold Mrs. Barber Mr. Bennett Miss Blakeslee Miss Canarie Mr. Chechile Mrs. Christman Mrs. Clark Miss Coupal Mr. Czech Miss Czekanski Mr. Czelusniak Mr. DiBonis Mrs. Doty Mr. Dougal Mrs. Dunn Mr. Fiore Dr. Fournier Dr. Franson Miss Gallo Mr. Garnes Mr. Gaughan Mrs. Gintowt Mr. Glashow Mrs. Gonet Mr. Gonzalez Mr. Gormally Mrs. Grace Mrs. Groomes Mr. Guerra Mrs. Gumlaw Miss Hachadourian Mrs. Haley Mrs. Hatchett Mrs. Heffernan Mrs. Henry Miss Hogan Mrs. Holt Mrs. Jackson Mrs. Jasiewicz Miss Kalloch Mrs. Karam Mrs. Karr Mrs. Kasunick Mrs. Kligerman Mr. Larregui Mr. LaVelle Mrs. Limero Mrs. Malesta Mrs. Marsh “Karen — Have a great year!’” — Mr. Chechile “Good turkeys fly with eagles.’’ — Mr. Gormally ‘Best Wishes to the Class of 1988.’° — Mrs. Grace “| hope the Class of ‘88 will look to the future with expectations of accomplishments and contributions for yourselves and society.’’ — Mrs. Hatchett ““Good Luck Graduates!’’ — Mrs. Marsh Mr. Masi Miss McCarthy Miss Moynihan Miss Murphy Miss Murray Mr. Mylonakis Mr. O’Brien Mr. Olejarz Mrs. O'Neil Mr. Paterwic Miss M. 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Advertising Best Wishes from 1988 Patrons Special Thanks to my family — Julie Auclair “Congratulations Alicia Cayode — We are very proud of you and we love you! — Your Mom, Don, Carmen, Angie, Lil Corny Best Wishes to Ying Bun and Ying Ha Chung — Hung Chung Blessings and Best Wishes — The Dinnies Best Wishes to Dean Dubey — Love, Your Family Congratulations Tammy Gallagher — Love, Mom and Sara Congratulations Brenda and Wayne — Love, Mom and Dad Hebert Congratulations Azanda Howard — Love, Mom and Nick Congratulations Yvette Jackson — Love, Mom Good Luck to all my friends in the Class of 1988 especially Theresa M. — Love, Ellen Kirley Good Luck Bobby and Mark LaFlamme! — Love, Mom and Dad “Best Wishes to Bobby and Mark — Love, Scott, Deana and Adam “Happy Graduation Amanda Lessard — Love You, Mommy Dearest “Congratulations Ron Pebley, Jr. — Love, Mom and Dad “All our best always to Cheryl Roberts — Mom and Dad “Best Wishes to Miriam S. — Elbis and Judy Compliments of Chris White Compliments of Trina Willis Good Luck Natalie Wilson — Love, Mom and Dad Advertising The People Professionals Peter Pan offers escorted tour and charter services to destinations all across the USA and Canada, with the finest fleet of motorcoaches on the road today. Peter Pan Bus lines, Inc. Contact: Charter Dept. 1776 Main Street, P.O. Box 1776 Springfield, MA 01102-1776 @ (413) 781-2900 CONGRATULATIONS Class of 1988 from your CADUCEUS BUSINESS STAFF Miss Cynthia Murohy, Advisor Ellen Kirley — Mia Dixon — krista Pepper Soot Springer ower =—_— ine 548 Page Boulevard East Springfield, Massachusetts 01104 Phone 732-7407 Alicia, Yvette, and Robin leave the office in more chaos than when they found it. Julie, Carolyn, and Barbara leave standing against the walllin front of Room 113. Bobbie-Jo Santos leaves thanking all of her teachers for putting up with her. Tammy Gallagher leaves Best Wishes to all of her teachers and friends! Azanda, Betty, Robin, and Gail leave Rueben all of the mayon- naise he can eat. To the class of 89’’, Melvin Rodriquez, leaves the senior privileges, take good care of the school and keep the pride goin’ strong. Sike!!! Danita, former Co-captain, leaves my leadership to Angela and Carmen of the cheerleading squad. Edwin Zavala leaves the class of “89” to fight, fight, and always have the Commerce Spirit. Sike! Theresa Moore leaves with Diane Santinello and her spirit, and her love to Ellen Kirley. Nydia leaves Fred still saying, ‘‘50 dollar bill’’. “To the class of 1989’’ Carmen Gonzalez leaves you the thought that you can achieve what you want, if you try, and to all her teachers she leaves you her memories and friendship. To Mrs. Blakeslee, Ronald Pebley leaves all the variables he never solved. Tammy leaves her best friend Heather, all the keys that | ever lost and $100 to cover her lunch expenses. The Steno 2 class leaves Mrs. Henry a bottle of Advil for all the headaches we gave her. Diane Gonzalez leaves saying Good Luck to Eileen Laurano. Jr. leaves Carlos the best in class of 89”. Annette LaGue and Patricia Kenny leave together. Amaris leaves Marisol and Eddie the best of luck next year! Bridget Jones leaves Dwayne Dyer the best of luck in his next two years! Stephanie leaves Claudine an extra education on her mind. Josie leaves her best friend Maribel all of Commerce! Peps, Alicia, and Kate leave the “1988” yearbook staff as a “PAK’'! Rhonda Pace leaves the class will fo cousin Charisse back in the “freshman” year. Maritza leaves her class will fo her brother Alexis and good luck in his remaining years. Keisha leaves Angela her Senior Schedule! Travis leaves with his partner in crime Eddie T, Calvin, Greg, John, and a Big U U, to all his brothers and sisters United Forever. Cindy, Diane, and Gina leave Mr. Olejarz, ‘‘still talking’! Chung Ying Bun leaves the class of ‘89’ the good memories | had during my three years! Nyra leaves everyone surprised!!! Russell Costa and Nydia leave the class of ‘89’, looking up to them. Miriam Santiago leaves memories of her talking and quietness behind to her teachers, during the class of 88 . Antwoine A leaves the class of ‘ 88” with the courage fo survive and to go on to bigger and better things, Angela Brown leaves all her teachers to Ann Scott. Lisa R. leaves proud and happy to graduate, and good luck to all of her friends! Christina leaves Mr. Smist and Mr. Wro fighting for the varsity soccer team in the years to come. Tami Desrosiers leaves wanting her name spelled right for the first time!! Patricia Ortiz leaves Anthony Milsap her heart, sympathy and Good luck for the future. Steve Matyka leaves his jokes and humor to the school! EZ leaves all the girls of 88”’ a big kiss! Carmelo Toledo leaves the school in charge of the class of 89””, especially Nelly and Carslo. Barbara C. leaves the soccer team and school store to Mr. V, and leaves kidding around with Ms. McCarthy in yearbook class! Nancy Martinez leaves Mr. Guerra still pulling on his tie! We, the Class of 1988, Do Hereby Bequeath .. . Undrallia leaves the freshmen and juniors a little bit of what she learned at Commerce!! Karen Weiss leaves her ‘award winnin g smile’ to Carl and Jim! Julie A. leaves her advice to the underclassmen, ‘don’t drop out, you've come this far,’!!! Lisa Ross leaves dancing her way out of Commerce, with the dream of becoming a famous actress! Antoinette leaves with the class of ‘88’, giving their love to Ms. Haley and her corny jokes to Alison, Irene L. leaves Mrs. Hatchett with all the thanks in the world being there all through her Senior year! Irene leaves Mr. Tenzar great thanks and because he had faith in her! Jesus B. leaves Commerce with all his heart, knowing he went to the best school in Springfield! Ingrid Small leaves her height to everyone at Commerce that can't grow any taller. Joaquin Alicia leaves all his memories and love to the people who knew him! 2nd period Baksey twins leave Mrs. Gonet all their love!! Ast period couch potatoes leave Mrs. Haley as Jen Lori!! Danita Wilson leaves Carmen Mason bored without the crew!! Gina, Cindy, and Diane leave Mr. Olejarz a case of Extra-strength Aspirin!! Gina and Cindy leave Mrs. Barber saying, “‘A,S,D,E,J,K,L,;!! Pam leaves the class of ‘88’ all the cute guys. Natalie W. leaves Ms. Kalloch and her great adventures. Teresa W. leaves her memories and love for soccer to Mr. Wrob- lewski. Garth Perri leaves Mr. Carrier’s class still a conservative. Tammy H. and Michelle H leave still waiting to go to Hawaii. Charlotte van Laarhoven leaves all her good friends at Com- merce. Brenda Hebert leaves Mr. Wroblewski a winning soccer team for next season. Dorthy Mecure leaves Mrs. Haley saying | won’t miss any more days. Melissa F. and Tammy C. leaves Mrs. Limero and the basketball team with lots of bruises. Julie Dinnie leaves with her eye spasms acting up in chemistry and Babsy laughing. Stacy B. leaves Elizabeth a manual typewriter with an electric retum. HR. 1413 leaves Mr. Tenczar our sore arms from carrying ‘10 Ib. books, Sharon leaves her best friends Donna, Teress, and Ms. Wcislo. CB Chaplin leaves Commerce his british accent. Chris D. leaves his Tye Dyes, Ripped Jeans, Heavy Metal tapes, and Ancient Reeboks to Mrs. Haley and Mr. Guerra. Rhonda Hall leaves Commerce saying, “Y’all be burning me up!” Marisha C. leaves wishing all the underclassmen of BSU the best of luck in the future. Quetcy C. leaves Enrique all the success in his last year. Heather A. leaves her sympathy to all the underclassmen. Jeanette C. leaves “Ernest” her table at the cafe for him to use during his next two years here. Edmund J. leaves his Thanks to Commerce and the dust from his tracks. Danny Ramirez leaves Commerce finally. Azand challenges Mr. Basili to find a class better than “88”. Alicia, Yvette and Robin leave chemistry with the hopes of an “AM Eric D. leaves BSU all the support in the world. Jackie Loving leaves Commerce Loving all. Sike!!! Elaine D. leaves Althea hoping she gets through 89”’. Jamie L. leaves Dizzy saying, “| didn’t forget my dollar.” Alicia and Yvette leave Deana Romasco all by herself!! Keiyan C. leaves saying, “Nobody does it better than the Class of -a .Ann and Lissette leave Mr. Chechile with their own way for under- standing chemistry and still planning on inventing element 110. 467 Advertising MOL UANC Tat countants in Action 1) Mr. Tenczar keeps the class current on financial matters. 2) Melvin Rodriguez and Stacy Bilodeau measure for caps and gowns. 3) Ying Bung Chung and Carmelo Toledo size up gradu- ation caps. 4) Russell Costa and Amanda Lessard update G.O. payments, 5) Brenda Hebert counts the day’s G.O. collections. 6) Elizabeth Santiago, Vionet Garcia and Anabela Cruz write out receipts. 7) Tammy Gallagher validates |.D. cards. 8) Julie Dinnie and Carol Severino complete their STCC accounting work. 9) Nydia Rosario files G.O, statements. 10) Barbara Czelusniak gets an assist with caps and gowns from Nydia Rosario. 11) Betty Gan- dy updates G.O. records on the MAC. 12) Angela Howard com- pletes the paperwork. 13) Madeline Villodas is an active G.O. member. 14) Dawn Curtis greets the customers. 15) Jean No and Ewa Zduniewicz complete accounting entries on the computer. 16) Eddie Zavala prepares to deposit G.O. collections. 168 “7 Advertising CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS Discover the ComputerLand Advantage. 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All the elements are silk- t 450 copies with 168 pages. eof Commerce, Springfield, MA. was The paper stock used throughout Si rene a ive paint. tf is mounted re trimmed to 9 x 42. Heads appear in 18, 30, 48 point Avant 0% : “In addition to the black ink used Garde. throughout, there are five flats of four For further information, contact The color and one flat of spot color, 1988 CADUCEUS Yearbook Office, High All captions and body copy are School of Commerce, Springfield, MA done in 8 he 10 point avant Garde, 04105.