Forest Hills High School - Forester Yearbook (Sidman, PA)

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Below: Accepted at Penn State, Mark Smiach, class valedictorian, glances over some college brochures. Right: Senior Mark Single practices for All States' Band for which he has been chosen. Mark has also been selected for Honors Band Right Center: Taking a stroll at the historic dam site is Susan Homola. who has been elected president of the Teen Advisory Board Far Right: Fullback Ron Fedore muses over an upcoming game while waiting for practice to begin. Above Right: Sheila Albertelli practices for competition in the Districts. Above Center: Chorus instructor Sam Coco, at right, helps Ray Becker prepare for States' competition.

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On August 26, 606 students and 61 teachers, administrators, custodians, cooks, and para-professionals converged on Forest Hills High School to begin another year of learning, fun, and friend- ship. “Moving On, the theme of the 1981 Forester, was evident in every phase of school life. Students actively pursued their goals in education, sports and ac- tivities, while the faculty and administra- tion moved on in their personal and professional lives. The 204 seniors, leaders in various ac- tivities and events, “ moved on as they tried to reach their goals before the final day of high school arrived. For the 187 juniors and 217 sophomores, moving on meant getting involved in class pro- jects and participating in numerous ac- tivities under the leadership of the sen- iors. Furthermore, the administration and faculty were always available to assist the students in moving on toward their goals in life. Above: Moving On, the THEME of the 1981 Forester, is depicted by drummer Mary Ann Voxel as she participates in a half-time show. Above Center: SPORTS played an integral part in school life. Here, cagers Bob Chunta, Mike White and Jude Varner patiently await their chance to get into the game. Top Far Left: During his prep period FAC- ULTY member, James Ambroe of the science de- partment. takes a few minutes of relaxation. Left: UNDERCLASSMAN Tammy Poborsky. at right, shows off her class ring to her sister Debbie, a sophomore. Left Center: SENIOR Brenda Frank inoculates a culture from a test tube in George Pettorini's micro-biology class. Far Left: Humani- tarian Club was one of the most worthwhile AC- TIVITIES in school. Here we see HUM members Terri Chunta. center, and Mary Jo Becker, the clown; chatting with a guest at the HUM sponsored Halloween party for retarded young people. Table Of Contents-}

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During the past year a number of individuals moved on” in various phases of school life. Academically, there were several scholars who pre - vailed in their scholastic achievements. Being named valedictorian, honored as a commended student in the National Merit Scholarship program or being chosen an outstanding student of the month were self-rewarding and quite significant to the student who worked to achieve these honors. In sports, numerous students excelled in their per- formances. There were those who participated in state and cross country meets, led the football team to a championship, competed in district tennis, or were named to an all-tourney team. In the cultural aspect of school life, several stu- dents participated in regional and state chorus while others attended state band. Forensic students ad- vanced to district and state competition. As these individuals moved on” toward their own personal goals, their devotion and hard work in their respec- tive fields were evident.