Hoosick Falls Central School - Vagabond Yearbook (Hoosick Falls, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 116 of the 1967 volume:

The Class of 1967 Leads You Through the Doors of H.F.C.S. in This Issue of The Vagabond Hoosick Falls Central School Hoosick Falls, New York Volume 36 Behind the doors of H.F.C.S. we find lasting memories of our 1966-67 school year. Foreword All year banging, slamming, and squeaking doors open and close behind students who are happy, sad, worried, or annoyed. Students, like the doors, all vary. Some are loud and make a lot of noise. Others are quiet and reserved. SWOOSH--the doors of the cafeteria open to admit a crowd of boisterous, jostling students. SWISH--the library door quietly closes on studying people. In June these doors will close behind us and the Class of '67 leaves this book, capturing familiar sights and sounds of a school year. 3 Table of Contents STUDENT LIFE Every morning crowded buses jounce their passengers to- ward a school full of noise and confusion. Even before their eyes are fully open, students face a day of sweat and toil. Only if one survives the tortures of all four morn- ing classes will he make it to lunch, that talk-while- eating, monotony-breaking session in the cafeteria. Afternoon periods which fol- low seem like years to some students, but finally school closes and the day ends the way it began, a ride on a bouncing bus. Rain or shine, all must be in school by 8:36. Another morning, another ride on the bouncing bus. For the most part it is a pretty uncomfortable ride, but on cold mornings it sure beats walking. Unfortunately, some days are rainy and sharing of umbrellas is a com- mon sight. But once we're inside the door, another day of school begins. 5 In morning homeroom the day’s worries begin. Suddenly awakening and finding yourself in school can be a horrifying ex- perience. It becomes automatic to catch the bus, to go to your locker, to open it, and to go to homeroom, but to start studying and applying knowledge certainly isn't automatic. When that class bell rings most have become aware that, it's not a nightmare. They are in school. After the bedlam of the halls, peace reigns 6 Morning classes find students working industriously to bridge the gap between first period and lunch. While some are learning basic skills of the kitchen, others are mastering finger positions on the typewriter. The majority, however, are taking copious notes or secretly doing last night's home- work for the next class. as students settle into their class routines. 7 After a brief stop at their lockers to stash their books, students begin a mad dash to the cafeteria. Stomachs growling and money jingling, they join the lunch line. Upon entering the cafeteria, the search for a table of talkative friends becomes the problem at hand. Between discussing the gossip of the day and the news of the week, students manage to get in a few mouthfuls of lunch until the bell brings the social hour to an end. Noon hour comes as an oasis in the 8 desert, refreshing the weary students. From a chorus of voices to the clash of drums to occasional whispers, noontime finds students en- gaged in a wealth of activities. While chorus members memorize the words of a favorite tune, the band adds new spice to a classical melody. And other students aren't idle either. Midday finds students probing the remains of various Animalia in a biology lab, boys working on projects in shop, students in Home Economics busily making a lunch and others earnestly studying for afternoon classes. 9 Concocting elixirs, winning basketball games After lunch the grind begins again. Classes create more interest and students come alive when debates, discussions, and ac- tivities in which they can participate fill the afternoon. Also classes are made a little more bearable with the thought that in just a little while everyone will be heading home. 10 and hard studying fill a student’s afternoon After the 2:36 bell many students are reassured that school is not all work by the fun of an extracurricular ac- tivity. Seventh period brings a wide assortment of sports, hobbies, and dance preparations. While the team practices for that all important game, a girls' gym class gets into full swing. Even so, when the 4:10 bell rings all are a little relieved to be leaving the school at last. 11 Victory or defeat, the Hoosiers, remaining Audiences mean a lot to the Hoosick Falls athletes. They like nothing better than to hear the excited applause when Hoosick Falls succeeds in beating a chagrined opponent. They practice long hours in order to hear this sweet sound. The spectators enjoy themselves too. The friendly atmosphere of an informal gathering prevails until the team falls behind, and then blood boils and the true loyalty of the audience swells up behind its heroes. 12 loyal to their teams, display enthusiasm. Boom, Boom! Martha beats her drum and yells, C'mon, you Hoosiers. Let's go! Hoosier enthu- siasm comes through at wrestling, football, bas- ketball, and baseball games. At the football games, the band comes along to boost the team onto victory when spirits are down at half time. 13 A day ends, taking its pressures with it. Songs and shouts of joy and relief arise from weary students at the end of another exhausting day. Immediately a young man's fancy turns to goofing off , and the mad dash to the homeward buses begins again. 14 ADMINISTRATION FACULTY Doors close and the student body becomes locked within the sealed walls of a teacher’s private domain, learning everything from ancient his- tory to concepts of the space age. But behind those sealed doors many others are open- ed; those to interest, bore- dom, friendship, respect, knowledge, and even to the future. A teacher’s biggest problem is to try to control a swinging door, that of a student. Even the world’s greatest teacher loses face as he issues those fatal sounds that make all spines shiver, Test tomorrow!” MFCS functions under capable administrators. Mr. Philip Leonard SUPERINTENDENT Not only does our superintendent prove to be a very efficient school administrator; he is also deeply involved in community affairs. The building of the new swim- ming pool and the bringing of educational television to Hoosick Falls are two of his major ac- complishments of this past year. Mr. William Waterhouse HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Will the following students please report to Mr. Waterhouse's office immediately following announcements ... Unfortu- nately, our principal finds himself with the unpleasant task of discipline and correction. But fortunately, most students don’t come in contact with him in this manner. As he goes about the every day administration of our high school, he can be seen bustling through the halls, mak- ing ;Jione calls, and, of course, conversing with our faculty members and students. 15 Behind the scene, many people are involved MRS. BARBARA DELUCA MR. WILLIAM FOLCERT Guidance Director MRS. MARION REDDEN Secretary MR. JOHN FRIER Clerk of the Board MRS. RUTH BRENENSTUHL Secretary 16 to assure the proper functioning of HFCS. Board of Education This year under the leadership of Dr. Harry Harrison, the Board of Edu- cation approved funds for the establish- ment of educational television at HFCS. In the July vote a new member Mr. Donald Sutton was elected to the board. He, along with the other eight members, is a man who gives freely of his time to make sure our school is run effeciently. These men deserve thanks for the fine way they have set our school policies. MR. KASMER STEMPEK Elementary Principal BOARD OF EDUCATION: SEATED—Mr. Charles Frazier, Mr. Donald Sutton, Dr. Harry Harrison, Mr. Arthur Smith, Mr. Ira Fisk. STANDING—Mr. Frederick McGuire and Mr. Dewey McCart. Absent Mr. Ralph T. Moll and Mr. Earl Goodermote. 17 Students explore new horizons through English. Mr. Peckham is like most teachers, always willing to help a student with any problem. Probably Michele Herring is having the usual troublewith MACBETH or Wordsworth, two phases of English literature that usually prove to be a challenge for seniors. MR. MAURICE BEAULIEU English Yearbook Advisor MR. MYRON HERTEL English You'd think that in a country where English is the native language, it would be the easiest course for everyone. The long hard struggle begins in sev- enth and eighth grades with basic gram- mar, letter writing, and a taste of literature. Also, Miss Hoover begins her work to make us better readers, while Mrs. Miller corrects speech. If you make it through those two years, you find yourself struggling through GREAT EXPECTATIONS, and of course, with good 'ole workshop . In tenth grade, you are introduced to wordpower and other gems like KIM and NAPOLEON. Then comes your junior year when you do your best to prepare yourself for the regents. Finally, the long haul is completed by one semester of litera- ture and one of composition and speech in your senior year. MR. WILLIAM PECKHAM English I4'4 MRS. ANNE DONOVAN English, Jr. Library Club Advisor MISS JULIA HOOVER Reading Consul- tant 18 History inspires adventure and excitement. From the Iroquois, to the Civil War, to religion, to the New Deal, this conglomeration of events, people and ideas is history at H.F.C.S. New York State history, complete with Indians and the Erie Canal, becomes a challenge for students in seventh grade. In eighth, eleventh and twelfth grades, American history is the topic. Everything from the revolution to the Constitution must be learned and learned well, for there is an American History and World Backgrounds Regents in the senior year Our knowledge of history is expanded in tenth grade with study into the Ro- man Empire and Tudor monarchs . To round out our history education, fresh- men explore geography, religion, and economics. Through this basic under- standing of the past, the present is made more meaningful for all. MR. DONALD ID LEMAN History MR. WARREN EASTWICK History, Inter- national Rela- tions Club Advisor MR. JOSEPH HOLLOWAY History Driver Education Your move, says Mr. Brewster to Mike Stempek as Larry Stritch acts as referee. During seventh period these three history lovers get together for a game of Battle Cry combining the skills of chess with the excitement of Civil War. This is just one method a teacher can use to bring history to life for a student. MR. DONALD ROY History Baseball Coach MRS. NANCY VON HAGCIN History Latin 19 Sciences include everything from experiments ,(P Good, biology is next. Good grief, it's time for lab again. To some science is interesting and challenging; to others boring and a pain in the neck. { J Is there life on Mars? is the in- J ffl evitable question when earth science j students study outer space. Biology 1 MR. MARK WALTZ Chemistry Physics MR. F. RICHARD REEVE Science focuses students' attention on things more down to earth, the unit of great- est interest being genetics. The mys- teries of chemistry begin to unfold as young chemists produce iodine and that terrible hydrogen sulfide gas. Budding physicists come to realize that math too is a science, as they solve endless numbers of problems concerning heat, light, sound, and MR. RICHARD TURI Science Varsity Football Wrestling MR. MICHAEL RODAK Science Jr. High Basket- ball motion. Taught with the hope that students will have a better understanding of their world, these courses are also designed to prove that every cause has its effect. MR. ANTHONY ALTOBELL Earth Science, Biology Remember, JoAnn, 'specific' implies 'ratio,' explains Mr. Rodak to JoAnn Surdam as he tries to clear up confusion concerning specific gravity prob- lems. General science encompasses many areas, attempting to give students a working knowledge of basic scientific principles. From here, students enroll in courses such as earth science and chemistry which will give them a more detailed knowledge of the subject. 20 and laws to equations and graphs. MISS CHARLOTTE HULIHAN Business Education Student Council MR. T. JAMES WAHLER Business Education MRS. ELIZABETH CONNICK Mathematics 1+1=2. 3x3=9. Would you believe that sin x + cos x = 1? This is a typical progress chart of math students. Freshmen run around shaking their heads in dismay fighting the switch from rather standard mathematics to the x's and y's of algebra. Geometry demands the use of reason as students fight the battle of similarity vs. con- gruence. Intermediate algebra intro- duces logarithms. Expanding this to incorporate the basics of trig, Math 11 causes students to roam the halls reciting identities. So we've finally found some practi- cal use for this stuff, ” exclaim Math 12 students as they work problems on probability and calculus. Future bookkeepers, store keepers, accountants, and secretaries find their beginnings early in high school in courses ranging from salesmanship to shorthand. MRS. YVONNE LYNDS Geometry Math 11 MR. LINDEN PARRISH Elementary Algebra Math 12 If you always simplify the most complex side of the identity first, you'll have a lot less work, com- ments Mrs. Lynds to Carol Bald- win, one of her Math 11 students. Teachers are always willing to give helpful hints to students who have difficulty in some area of their course. 21 Students find new doors swinging open MRS. ELOISE ■CANZERI Senior Chorus Elementary Music Let's try to have a little quiet in this library! There are a few people trying to study! I think that sky needs more gray. Have you practiced this music lately? No, the future tense uses the infinitive for its stem. Many diverse subjects add up to a well-rounded program and these teach- ers represent a wide variety of inter- ests, but all have the common goal of broadening a student’s horizons. Through music, art, books, and foreign language, students find that it's a big world. MR. H. LUTHER EVERLY Senior Band Elementary Music MR. CALVIN PEDERSON Junior Chorus Elementary Music Drama Advisor MR. WILLIAM CAILLARD Junior Band Elementary Music MRS. ELEANOR KELLY Librarian Library Club Advisor MRS. JANE WALTZ French French Club Advisor National Honor Society Advisor Organization? Three noons every week utter confusion reigns in the music room until 11:50 when Mr. Everly steps up to conduct. Before this time, however, the band mem- bers put their instruments together and Mr. Everly may take time out to show the proper fingering to an enthusiastic tuba or basson player. 22 with help from an enthusiastic faculty. MR. BERNARD BALDER Industrial Arts MR. ROBERT BALLARD Industrial Arts The z-z-z-z of a saw, sound of a whistle, ding of an egg timer, and buzz of a drill are, shall we say, the practical sounds of HFCS. Classes like industrial arts, gym, and home- making will be invaluable to most any student. Who will get through life with- out pounding a nail, baking a cake, or wishing they had a few less pounds here and there? Ugh! My stomach hurts. Have you got a few minutes for a little talk? Our health department, with the new addition, Mr. Peter Magazu, school psychologist, is an important part of our faculty. Perhaps they are located in a different part of the building and are not a department mentioned often, but when you don't feel too well that cot in the nurses' office is a welcome sight. MRS. RITA JONES Nurse MR. PETER MAGAZU Psychology MR. KENNETH SLONIS Physical Education JV Football Varsity Basketball MRS. ELIZABETH ROWLAND Nurse MRS. CHRISTINE SPENCE Dental Hygienist O. K., Helen, let's get your feet off the ground this time, says Mrs. Wiley to Helen Hayes as she tries to outjump Lynne DuRoss. Basketball is usually a sport for the tall girls, but in this case it looks like shorter ones seem to en- joy it too. MRS. BARBARA WILEY Physical Education Cheerleading MR. GILBERT WRIGHT Industrial Arts Transportation Supervisor 23 MRS. ETTA ANDREW Grade 3 MRS. HELENA BARATTO Grade 6 MRS. JULIA BARBER Grade I MRS. ROSE BERLANT Grade 5 MRS. ALICE BORDEAUX Kindergarten Elementary teachers, patient and devoted, lay Now, which word begins with a 'shh' sound? Here Miss Parry teaches the fundamental principles of phonetics to one of her first grade students. These teachers are always willing to give assistance to children who need extra help in grasping new ideas. IL MRS. CAROL BRANNEN Physical Education MRS. JANE CAPPELLINO Grade 2 MRS. MARY CHISHOLM Grade 3 MRS. JUDITH PALMER Kindergarten MRS. NORA CUNNINGHAM Grade 1 MISS MARGARET CURTIS Grade 3 MRS. HOWARD DEWEY Grade 5 MISS MARGARET FARRARA Grade 2 MRS. NANCY FERREIRA Grade 2 MISS JOYCE FOWLER Librarian MRS. DONNA GEERS Grade 4 MRS. PAULINE GIFFORD Grade 1 MRS. LAURA GILCHRIST Grade 2 MR. WILLIAM GILCHREST Physical Education MRS. MARY HERRING Grade 6 MRS. HELEN LEVANDOWSKI Grade 1 the foundation for study and learning. Oh, these high school students make so much noise! If only I could be settled in my own room in the elemen- tary wing. Each elementary section has increasingly grown. This year the teachers who were in makeshift class- rooms and those who were forced to move to other parts of the school are happily situated in the new wing. They now have their own gym, more class- rooms, and a larger library. Several will no longer get involved with the break between classes and the rush of students in the high school section. Now, undisturbed, the teachers can become intent on preparing the children for their future years in school and in life. MRS. JANET LIGHT Grade 3 MR. JOHN MASTERS Grade 6 MRS. ELIZABETH McEVOY Grade 4 MRS. BLANCHE McAULIFFE Grade 4 MRS. MARGARET MYERS Grade 1 MISS MARJORIE NEWE Grade 5 MRS. DOROTHY NILES Grade 2 MISS ROBERTA PARRY Grade 1 MRS. BELLE PREBBLE Special Class MISS BARBARA SAGE Grade 4 MRS. AGNES SMITH Kindergarten MR. PETER SMITH Art MISS RUTH SMITH Grade 4 MR. GEORGE SURA Grade 5 MR. CHARLES ZIMMER Grade 6 Buses, brooms and food—all in a day’s work. Janitorial Staff KNEEUNG--William Baertschi. ROW 1-- Donald Miner, William McMackin, Wil- liam O'Dell, Wesley Durkee. ROW 2-- Chris Leeseman, Charles Niles, Ralph Hoffman, Haswell Sweet, Harry Michie. Cafeteria Staff. ROW l--Joan Reopel, Helen Hall, Florence Webster, Anne Ballou, Ullian McCart, Carol Rice, Sarah Shaw. ROW 2--Kay Chapman Marjorie Bradley, Vivian Pugh, Theresa Eighmey, Marjorie Moore, Blanche Bus Drivers- A1W w ‘ ROVT --HaroidPrebbie, Carolyn Schmigel, Vera Yerke, Wallace Sheffer, Rrlplh, ),c orge Haff ROW 2--Harold Taber, Fred Schmigel, Marjorie Stevens, Omer Brenenstuhl, Arba Brenenstuhl, Samuel Scaglione, Robert McCart, William HaiTington, Burton 26 Excited crowds! Shrill whis- tles! Rousing cheers! During the fall, cloudy and cold Saturday afternoons are re- served for the grid men. As days grow shorter and snow focused indoors where mat- men and congers take over. Highlights include games with old time rivals Salem and Cambridge, while cheer- leaders and spectators alike set the mood with cries of “We want a basket!” and “Let’s see you pin this guy! ” Then the grass turns green and with April showers comes the cry of “Play ball! ” Competitive sports offer a real challenge. SITTING: Stephen Taber, Mgr. John Winne, Rick Mr. Roy, Robert Scott, Robert Evans, George Dowling, William Miller, Robert Whittet, Ray Harrison, Richard Smith, Dale Noble, William Morin, Pat Young, Paul Cipperly, Ronald Eddy, Waterhouse. Bruce Lingner, Mgr. Donald Seney. STANDING: Varsity Baseball HFCS OPP 12 Stillwater 11 Schuylerville 3 8 Cambridge 4 10 Salem 4 0 Hoosic Valley 3 12 Schuylerville 8 Tamarac (forfeit) HFCS OPP 16 Tamarac 3 3 Salem 9 3 Stillwater 4 10 Greenwich 9 7 Cambridge 3 2 Greenwich 9 0 Hoosic Valley 4 Swish! Strike one! calls the umpire. Swish! Strike two! Tension builds. Will he hit it or not? The fans sit on the edges of their seats. Then comes the smashing hit and the crowd cheers. Excitement ran high last year as our baseball team took the field for another season. Playing under a scorching sun with the dust rising from the diamond, our players were out there again clubbing those balls, catching those flies, and scooping up those grounders. Coach Roy worked diligently with the players getting them ready to defeat their opponents, and it paid off with a fair 9-5 record. For our players it was a season of hard work, but teamwork made the job a little easier. Ah ha, here's the perfect shot!' cries our photographer as he stumbles upon Mr. Roy taking a few seconds before practice to make a last minute check on line-up. 27 With many promising JV's, future varsity VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM: KNEELING--Dick Hanselman, Tom Crowley, Doug Redden, Pete Lavin, Fred Yager, Charles Banga, Del Wysocki, Holzhauer, Bob Scott, Wally Sheffer, John Dowling, Paul Cipperly, Robert Whittet, Bill Miller, Carr Jim Gavagan, Roger Hall, Chuck Sheffer, Charles Pitt, Pat Young, Tim Dwyer, John Kane, David Williams, Ray Morin, Pete Harrington, Rick Taber, Scott. STANDING—Coach Robert Ballard, Gary Dale Mihuta, Coach Anthony Turi. Absent—Bruce Beckstein, Paul O'Brien, Frank Reynolds, David Lingner. Varsity Football If I can break this tackle, I may get into the open. Fullback Carr Pitt goes around the end to pick up valuable yardage in the game against Lansingburg. Despite the heat, the Hoosiers were able to defeat their opponent from a larger school by a score of 7-0. Saturday afternoons came alive with the excitement of Hoosier football games. The crash of colliding helmets and the rattle of shoulder pads mixed with the brisk weather and the aroma of hot dogs gave many thrills and much excitement to Hoosick Falls Central's loyal fans and followers . H.F.C.S. began its season by defeating league co-champion Schuylerville. Sparked by a tough de- fensive line, the Hoosiers compiled a respectable 4-3 record. Coach Anthony Turi's team expects even better results next year with the return of eleven lettermen and the addition to the varsity of many of this year's JV squad which compiled four wins, a tie, and one loss in its high scoring season. 28 teams have bright hopes and anticipations. Come on, Alf, raise those knees! Bob Whittet goes through the tire drill under the watchful eyes of Coach Turi. This drill was introduced to improve the agility and coordination of our backfield. HF Scores OPP 6 Schuylerville 0 0 Greenwich 18 6 Cambridge 0 7 Lansingburg 0 7 Ft. Edward 20 0 St. Peters 48 24 Stillwater 20 Record 4-3 Look the ball into my hands. Tim Dwyer has memorized this fundamental for catching passes Here it pays off as he leaps to snare a Frank Reynold's pass from the hands of a St. Peters defender. Extra effort like this is a great art of winning ball games. 29 Boredom was rare at Hoosier football games. J. V. FOOTBALL TEAM: KNEELING—Kevin Buck, Chuck Crawley, Chuck Landxy, Mark Harrington, Elias Linendoll, Mark Gardner, Dan Smith, Robert Crowley. STANDING—Coach Kenneth Slonis, Rob- ert Harrington, Bernard Zilinskas, Fran Downing, Alan Marcil, Robert Mihuta, Mike Durkin, Wayne Tracy, Leo McGuire, Steve Shaw, Jim McGuire, Tom Dooley, Ray Sharkey, John Burdick, Peter Freeman, Mike Baldwin, Harold Stevens, Don Seney, Rodney Hall, Coach Donald Roy. Touchdown, touchdown, we want a touchdown! Cheerleaders Gail Whittet and Bonnie Hynick shout these familiar lyrics as they instill spirit into the crowd while the Hoosiers get ready to make the winning touchdown over the defense of co-champion Schuylerville. Come on you guys! Let's see you knock me off. Another grueling practice on the dreaded sled. This drill acquaints the linemen with firing out and hitting hard and hitting fast. The line must work extra hard so they can make those blocks that make heroes out of the backs. 30 A heartbreaking season provided experience. JV Basketball The pounding sound of a basketball and the swish of balls falling through the basket characterized the Hoosier JV basketball games. Even though the JV team didn't win many games, they tried their best. Through hard work and many hours of practice, the team took great improving strides in their playing. By the end of the season, they played a better game of basketball and showed much promise for the future. Come on McGuire, tap that ball over here! Shouts Dave Scott to Jim McGuire as he goes for a jun p. FIRST ROW: Danny Smith, Joe Shaw, Donn Gris- wold, Rodney Hall, Bob Harrington. SECOND ROW: Dave Scott, Phil Dwyer, Jim Mihuta, Rob Mihuta, 31 Dave Waterhouse, Coach Dewey. THIRD ROW: Mike Durkin, John Burke, Leo McGuire, Ray Wrubleski, Jim McGuire . Come on, JV's, show them how to fight, shout Bev Sausville, Penny Sherman, Debbie Mar- chand, Jacque Miller, JoAnne Herrington, Jean Davendonis, Karen Kovage, Laurie Shaw, Lynn Buswell, the JV cheer- leaders. Their loyal fans work hard during the year keeping up the spirits of the team and crowd. HFCS OPP 55 Averill Park 22 29 Greenwich 46 51 Stillwater 59 55 Salem 61 32 Hoosic Valley 62 42 Tamarac 53 45 Schuylerville 44 41 Averill Park 49 HFCS OPP 56 Cambridge 55 57 Stillwater 55 45 Greenwich 49 36 Salem 57 54 Hoosic Valley 91 55 Tamarac 46 40 Schuylerville 48 49 Cambridge 63 Ray Wrubleski and Coach Dewey question the referee's call on the last play as the team members look on. A time out gives the players and coaches the oppor- tunity to discuss the action and rest. 32 Basketball requires accuracy for victory. 1966-67 VARSITY: STANDING—Coach Kenneth Slonis, Ray Morin, Chuck Sheffer, Wally Sheffer, Pete Holzhauer, Tom Starr, Paul Cipperly, Mgr. John Winne. KNEELING—Mgr. Charlie Frazier, Tom Scott, Bill Cottrell, Bob Whittet, Del Wysocki, Bob Scott, Mgr. Robert Hall. Another two points! Crowded by Hoosic Valley de- fenders, Del Wysocki shows the spirit and determi- nation of the Hoosier team as he is still able to get the shot away. Hey, you guys where are ya? Wally Sheffer pulls down a rebound only to find himself surrounded by his blue-shirted opponents. Con- trolling the boards is only one important part in winning the game. 33 Hold it! gasps an Averill Park contender as he frantically tries to block Tom Starr's carefully judged shot that will raise the homescore another two points. Ability to make these shots comes only from many hours of practice under the careful eye of Coach Slonis. Varsity Basketball Fight team, fight! Take it away-ay! These shouts and many others have become a part of the lore of the Hoosick Fails basketball team. The Hoosiers spend many after- noons practicing shots, dribbling, formations, and strategy under the watchful eye and instructive hand of Coach Slonis. Although these hours of effort are tiring, they pay off when a game is well played. Even after beginning the 1966-67 basketball season poorly, the team's practice started earning wins for the blue and white of Hoosic Falls over teams which had previously been victorious. They avenged earlier defeats from the hands of Averill Park and Salem, and won two games against Stillwater. Following a chain of six losses, a string of wins ended the season on an optimistic swing. The team itself deserves most of the credit for keeping the season competitive and rewarding. The play- ers combined teamwork and individual skills into a pleasing and effective mixture worthy of any school. Their ability to keep trying in the face of defeats have made this a year worth remembering. Quick wits, good judgement, and experience A tisket, a tasket, put it in the basket, chant the excited cheer- leaders, as the crowd (alls into a hushed silence. Tom Starr takes the fullest opportunity of the situation to raise the Hoosier score another point. 34 HFCS OPP 44 Averill Park 58 57 Greenwich 50 47 Stillwater 46 58 Salem 72 42 Hoosic Valley 51 46 Mechanicville 74 43 Voorheesville 74 43 Tamarac 68 52 Schuylerville 68 79 Averill Park 44 56 Cambridge 41 51 Stillwater 49 68 Greenwich 72 65 Salem 46 52 Hoosic Valley 78 50 Tamarac 66 56 Schuylerville 76 74 Cambridge 49 Catch that rebound! shouts Chuck Sheffer as a promising shot is blocked at the last moment by a quick opponent. Quick recovery from these temporary defeats helps the Hoosiers to outwit every opponent. Breaking the defense of a strong opponent calls for careful plan- ning and the experience gleaned from long afternoons in the gym. Here Bob Whittet and his fellow team mates decide on the best course of actions as they stride down court under the watchful eye of a referee. are all essential for Hoosier team members. Oh-oh! They've got the ball! exclaims a spectator as Averill Park's best catch the Hoosiers off guard and race down court in order to take the fullest advan- tage of the circumstances. 35 All hail to thee, Hoosick Falls. At each home game HFCS cheerleaders lead the crowds in singing our Alma Mater. Bev Bushey, Helen Hayes, Gerry Cornell, Sally Stetson, Chris Davendonis, Gail Whittet, Marie Gifford, Faye Eldred, Linda Bedard, and Debbie Harrison stand in the Hoosier H forma- tion to lead this solemn moment. Oh! Oh! He made the basket. Wally Sheffer turns a normal jumpshot into a three point play as he is fouled by an Averill Park defender. This one better go in 'cause we're behind, Paul Cipperly moans as he tries to raise the Hoosier score two more points 36 Wrestling proves a tough and trying sport. With mats laid down in the cafe- teria, wrestlers grapple and exer- cise to get ready for team matches Here Bill Miller looks on as Butch Williams and Fred Yager practice their wrestling moves. 1966-67 Varsity Wrestlers. KNEELING: Steve Corne- lius, Fred Yager, Charles Williams, Bill Miller, Elias Linendoll, Dennis Smith. STANDING: Tom Crowley, Pete Harrington, Ken Brownell, Doug Redden, Tim Dwyer (captain), Rick Ingraham, Coach Anthony Turi. 37 During practice sessions before matches the mem- bers of the wrestling squad work out with important maneuvers and exercises. These maneuvers are vital to the outcome of matches and the prepara- tion is invaluable. Often a match hangs upon the ability to perform a manuever quickly and accu- rately. Here the squad practices a simple but invaluable maneuver—the sit-out, which will be used innumerable times during the match. With a new coach and well-trained squad' Wrestling Team Coach Turi gives Pete Harrington some instructions during a seventh period practice session in the gym. Every night at 3:10 the wrestling squad can be seen wheeling the mats to the cafeteria in preparation for the sweat session , which continues to 5:30. The wrestlers work hard with exercises and maneuvers which serve to strengthen arms, backs, legs, and shoulders, but this grueling workout pays off in the end when the squad meets other teams . Though this team is young, with only three seniors, Mr. Turi, in his first year as wrestling coach, must be proud of their record of 7 wins and 1 loss in league competition. In the Saratoga Christmas Tournament the squad had three champions--Bill Miller, Tim Dwyer, and Pete Harrington. Later in the season at the Washington County Tournament the squad had five champions --Bill Miller, Butch Williams, Tim Dwyer, Doug Redden, and Pete Harrington. Also during the season the team wrestled the crack teams of Mt. Pleasant, South Glens Falls, and Columbia high schools, some of the best in Section 2. Though HFCS lost these matches, the experience was in- valuable in helping the team win the league championship. This fine team is certainly a tribute to Mr. Turi. 38 HFCS had five champions in the Washington County Tournament. Shown here are the winners — Pete Harrington, Doug Redden, Tim Dwyer, Butch Williams, and Bill Miller. In later competition Pete Harrington and Bill Miller won individual Section II titles and went on to compete in the state finals at Niagara Falls. the wrestling team went all out to win. HFCS OPP 28 Schuylerville 24 44 Tamarac 6 39 Cambridge 11 46 Greenwich 8 18 Schuylerville 32 41 Tamarac 6 38 Cambridge 18 43 Greenwich 11 17 Columbia 31 22 Mt. Pleasant 24 3 South Glens Falls 40 45 Hoosac School 10 15 Whitehall Saratoga Tournament 3 Individual Champions 24 Washington County Tourna- ment 5 Individual Champions Section II Tournament 2 Individual Champions During the practice sessions individual matches often take place. Here Coach Turi is carefully watching as two partners struggle fiercely to pin each other. 39 Taking defeat with a smile shows sportsmanship. Girls’ Intramurals Who wants to be goalie? We need another halfback! Kick-off on the whistle! Such are the shouts as the girls in grades 9-12 clamorously as- semble on the field for a rousing game of soccer. Be it fall, winter, or spring, there is always something cooking on the field or in the gym. Under the ex- cellent coaching of Mrs. Barbara Wiley, organized teams of girls compete in soccer, field hockey, basketball, vol- leyball, and softball. The rivalry is keen and the learning fun whether the girls play each other or their traditional opponents, Salem and Hoosic Valley. In any case, intramurals serve as a basis for new friendships, development of new skills, and better understanding of sportsmanship. Oh no, not again, groans a despondent Susan Brownell as Mrs. Barbara Wiley once again stops the music in the middle of a square dance. Elvira Mantilla, exchange student from Colombia, joins in the truly American sport. But after the ironing out process, the girls can show a really smooth running dance. Ha, ha, you lost, chants Linda Peck- ham to a thoroughly disgusted Chris Davcndonis after a rousing game of soccer. But all's fair in love and war, and the razz is taken in good spirits. Although at times the girls appear to be playing football rather than soccer, they nevertheless go off the field pat- ting each other on the back. And who says women can't live together? 40 ACTIVITIES Conglomerations of noises emerge from the band room before practice starts; voices of the chorus issue forth from the auditorium; shouts and screams are heard from the girls' gym as they play a most professional game of basketball. We find relaxa- tion from the frustrations of school in participating in ac- tivities like these. They carry us through the year on a wave of enthusiasm and ex- pectation. Whether it be a play, the Junior Prom, or a concert, there is always some- thing to look forward to. Faculty-student barriers are broken. STUDENT COUNCIL 1966-67. SEATED P. McGuire, L. George, P. Allen, C. Shapiro, B. Iingner, J. A. Kovage, M. Herring, D. Redden (president), Baker, H. Harrington, J. Roys, M. Stempek, P. C. Carelli, R. Crowley. A. Marcil. STANDING— Cipperly, D. LeBarron, L. Durkee. Student Council The meeting will come to order! As you know every year we raise money for the International Fellowship pro- gram. Any ideas to start us rolling? Yes, Michele, dances are always good money raising projects. How do you feel about having three? If we plan carefully and demonstrate the leader- ship placed in our hands by our fellow students, they will be successful. Next, how about sponsoring some- thing of benefit to our school and stu- dents? No, sorry about that, fellows. I don't think we'd be able to convince the faculty that two days off for a rest from studies would benefit the school. All kidding aside, how would you feel about giving an assembly with our in- ternational guests as speakers? All in favor say 'Aye.' Great minds run in the same vein--a unanimous decision. Mike, will you please get in contact with the speakers? Thus our student government works! Let's make sure we've got this plan for leading our homerooms to the assemblies down pat, says president Doug Redden. Student Council assumes many responsi- bilities ranging from raising money for worthwhile causes to helping with the enforcement of the laws and regulations of our school. 41 High honor comes to hardworking students. The smiles on the faces of those above are for the honor which has just been bestowed upon them. Faye Eldred, Leah Bissonette, Nancy Nelson, Frank Reynolds, Deborah Harrison and Judith Roys have just been tapped into the National Honor Society. Behind them stand already honored members Beverly Bushey, Carol George, Richard Domine, Sally Stetson and Helen Hayes. Missing are members William Cottrell and Paul O'Brien. Don't ever say I've never given you anything, jokes Beverly Bushey as she pins the red rose on newly inducted member, Nancy Nelson. National Honor Society Frank Reynolds, Helen Hayes called out out distinctly in the interim of silence be- tween the solemn music of the National Honor Society tapping ceremony. Sum- moning new members from the audience highlights the Honor assembly, as sur- prised students are escorted by the blue- robbed Society members onto the stage. Tears of joy, exclamation of disbelief, and shudders of nervousness are common reactions of the initiates who are over- joyed and honored at being admitted into this exclusive group. New members to the National Honor Society are chosen on the basis of scholarship, leadership, character and service. Society members William Cottrell, Helen Hayes, and Nancy Nelson, as well as non-members Richard Lavin and Mary Jane Bisson demonstrated schol- arship this year in their receiving of Regents Scholarships. To qualify for this Society, students must achieve a 90 average as a sophomore, an 87 average as a junior, and an 85 average as a senior. However, equally important are one’s leadership, character and service in school activities. Strength must be main- tained in all these areas throughout the year. 42 We journey to other worlds via books. Library Club Books, books, all we ever see are books! This thought must run through the minds of many members of the Li- brary Club during the year as they per- form their tasks working in the library. The girls of the Library Club are a great help to Mrs. Kelly, the librarian, in handling the routine library chores. They catagorize new books and put them on the shelves, check borrowed books in and out, and collect library fines after sending out overdue notices to for- getful students. During Library Club meetings, club members learn new and more efficient ways to run the library. The library is a place of reference and study. It is enjoyed by all students who respect its rules. Mrs. Kelly and the girls work hard to keep peace in the library, so that it may be used for study. We are all grateful to them for helping to give us an efficient educa- tional library. Many hours are spent by Library Club members like Janet Hall in classifying and storing books. These processes are essential to have an efficient and well-run library. Terry, please pay attention says Mrs. Kelly as she explains and gives advice about the Dewey Decimal System to several of the Library Club members. Members like Kathy Prebble, Annie Ogert, Linda Ogert, Bonnie McClellan, Sandra Lewis, and Terry Btntly must know all the Library fundamentals. 43 We can even tune in other areas by radio! Radio club is something else for these future ham Mr. Wahler, advisor; E. Green, D. Green, L. Gage- radio operators! The excitement of speaking to a way, S. Cluett, R. Lohnes, R. Carver, and P. Robson, far away contact can be read all over the faces of Beep! Beep! Mr. Wahler hears as he tunes in the club radio. Radio Club ... This is WB2ESO calling KN3DV2! Come in, please! Mr. Wahler, the club ad- visor, in contacting a station in Wilmington, Delaware, shows an enthusiastic group of boys how it's done. Today's radio club with its fresh young talent is making this year one of the most productive of its brief history. To become a member of this club, a student must pass a stiff government exam which will give him an amateur radio license. Once he has received his license, the student has earned the oppor- tunity to use the school station to communicate with other operators. Until then, however, Mr. Wahler instructs the boys in radio theory and in Morse code so that they may pass the exam. The learning is fun, and these almost hams convene every Wednesday after school in an effort to put the name of Hoosick Falls on the map. 44 F.T.A. 'Readin', 'Ritin' and 'Rithmatic.' Teaching the 3R's as a career is ex- plored by the F .T. A. chapter of Hoo- sick Falls. Under the guidance of Mrs. Norma Cunningham, Mr. Mi- chael Brewster, and Mr. William Gaillard, F.T.A. officers Karen Po- kines, president; Carol George, vice- president; Richard Kuebler, recording secretary; Linda Ingraham, correspon- ding secretary; Laureen Paquette, treasurer; and Anita Niles, historian led the club through a year of activities such as guiding confused parents at the annual open house, bringing Santa Claus from the North Pole to a Christmas party for the special class, taking a trip to a State University of New York Teachers' College, giving a tea for Hoosier teachers, and attending a week- end conference with future teacher members from other schools. Rounding out the activities of this very energetic group, F.T.A. mem- bers often assist elementary teachers in the classroom as part of their in- vestigation of teaching as a career. Hold on a minute! says Marilyn Miller as she helps a member of the younger set with a slight problem. F. T. A. members often help elementary teachers dur- ing their study halls. Work with the faculty develops teaching skills. Ho, Ho, Ho! Here's an engine for you, says Santa as Vice- President Carol George and students look on. The task of getting Santa to H. F. C. S. during his busiest season is left up to the F. T. A. This is just one way members become more acquainted with the type of children they may teach someday. When trains were first invented they used coal for fuel, explains Laureen Paquette. Through F. T. A. students experience just a few of the duties that go along with a teacher's day. 45 As curtains open and lights dim, young Don't shoot him, Paw! is the earnest plea of Ado Annie Carnes as played by Chris Davendonis in the musical Oklahoma! Bernie Paquette, the perfect Judge Carnes, aims to have a shotgun wedding with peddler man Ali Hakim, (Tom Moore) as the groom. Drama Club Step-two-kick, step-two-kick. Karen Pokines, and Diana Brownell practice their ballet number for our musical. Much hard work and many seventh periods went into perfecting this very successful and enjoy- able dance. OK, everyone, let's run through this one more time. Remember, girls, after the guys sing the bit about the rooster, that's your cue to file on stage and claim your mate. So runs the final rehearsal before the October 21-22 production of OKLAHOMA. The event drew a full house both nights as the young actors and actresses entertained the audience with the western humor found in the Rogers and Ham- merstein comedy. Friday night went beautifully, and compliments flew fast and furious. The second performance had a few mistakes, yet will probably be remembered longest. Bernie Paquette will probably never forget that moment when the curtain went up unexpectedly, finding him alone on the vast stage. Likewise, Steve Lapp can recall the only thing he could think of to do at that most embarassing moment when he forgot his lines: kiss his bride-to-be! All in all, this musical, the first of its kind ever to be attempted here, was just great. Encouraged and enthusiastic, the group jumped right in again to enable them to present ANNIE, GET YOUR GUN in the early spring. Optimistic, Mr. Calvin Pedersen has even bigger and better plans next year for this hard working crew. 46 performers find themselves in the spot light. Hey, there! Go easy on the eye make-up! Learning how to apply the needed beautifying agents are three prospective actresses Nancy Tumbleston, Margaret Gottschalk, and Bonnie Wilson. The girls helped during the crucial moments when we needed an extra touch of rouge or lipstick. Many a new face will please my eye; many a new love will find me ... sings Geraldine Cornell as she tries to show the rest of the girls how little she keers that her guy is taking another girl to the box social. Needless to say, the rehearsals were packed with fun as well as work and a successful production was the result. Oklahoma Cast Laurie.............Geraldine Cornell Aunt Eller..........Beverly Bushey Curly...............Steve Lapp )Vill...............Joe Shaw Jud.............. Ali.............. Ado Annie. . . . Judge Carnes . . Gertie........... Clyde Rowland Tom Moore Chris Davendonis Bernie Paquette Pam Foster People will say we're in love, seems to be the comment being made by these three couples. Ex- chaning admiring glances are: Joe Shaw, Chris Davendonis, Steve Lapp, Geraldine Cornell, Tom Moore, and Pam Foster, only six of the many cast members that worked hard to present a noteworthy and unforgettable musical, Oklahoma . 47 Doors to understanding and friendship South America is the topic of the day as the International Relations Club convenes once again. Members C. Baldwin, J. Lassor, P. Moore, J. Baker, B. Pine, B. Thomas, M. Elliott, P. Scag- lione and G. Reynolds listen as Mr. Paul Wiley tells of his visit to the land of our Latin neigh- bors. This was just one of the numerous programs concerning foreign nations arranged for the members by their committees. President, Frank Redden really knows how to capture all the girls' interests as he unfolds a pamphlet on France, the nation of notorious lovers. Members Ann Marie Ogert, Carol George, Anita Niles and Barbara Smith enjoy browsing through the colorful brochures on Mr. Eastwick's bulletin board, depicting our wonderful world of lands and seas. International Relations Club Bonjour! Chou! Hola! Aloha! Hello! Although these greetings all sound dif- ferently, they have the same meaning. This type of difference and similarity among all the people around the world forms the basis of the International Relations Club. Members of this large and active group get together every month to discuss affairs concerning other countries as well as our own. Comparing life of different people around the world with that in the United States occupies much of the group's time. Supervised by Mr. Warren Eastwick, club members have loads of fun while they learn. Having a ball in New York City, enjoying great movies like DR. ZHIVAGO, and welcoming interesting speakers from Europe or South America to Hoosick Falls Central typify some of the things this club does. Club officers, who supervise and help present programs, are Frank Redden, President; Gloria Reynolds, Vice President; Pat Scaglione, Secretary; and Anne Marie Ogert, Trea- surer. However, preparing programs is left to chosen committee members, who pick subjects and schedule speakers to come to our school. Both the officers and the members work together in bringing interesting and educational programs before the entire club. 48 lead people from distrust to confidence. International Fellowship Good will between the United States and her Latin neighbors is promoted through the International Fellowship pro- gram. This year, for the second time, HFCS and the citizens of Hoosick Falls have been proud to participate in this exchange program. Last summer three students from HFCS visited South America and lived as the family guests of partici- pants in the program. This winter HFCS was the host of four students from Central and South America. All students in the program spend their vacations living in a home, attending school, and participating in the social life of the community they visit, enabling them to enjoy the educational experience of travel and to become acquainted with the customs and ideas of others. Dale Mihuta spent last summer in Chile, Darcy Miller in Colombia, and Jane Filkins in Peru as our ambassadors. Seated together are our South American visitors Amparo Florez from Bogota, Colombia; Elvira Mantilla from Bucaramanta, Colombia; Claudia Maria Solorzano of Managua, Nicaragua; and Don't squeeze too hard, Dale. We realize that it's easy to make a close friend of your visitor Ricardo Soriano from Lima, Peru. Ricardo is a guest of the Mihuta family through International Fellow- ship. Ricardo Soriano. Amparo spent her vacation at the home of Darcy Miller, Elvira was the guest of Jane Filkins, and Claudia stayed at the home of Sally Stetson. 49 Oom! Pa! Oom! Pa! can be a rather boring part for most Junior Band tuba players. But this is not the case with Bobby Frederickson. He, like most Jr. Band members, find almost any part an interesting challenge. You just brushed against my reed! says Jeanne Stetson to Michelle Restino. Reeds are a very delicate part of a clari- net and if they aren't working right, many squeaks are heard throughout a number, as will probably be die case here unless Jeanne marches off to the reed machine. Musical beginnings come early for students Junior Band A progressive junior band with an enthusiastic leader, Mr. William Gail- lard, tackled more difficult music this year. Pieces ranging from the familiar Exodus to Grand Finale by Bach brought the stage to life during the Festive Christmas Concert. The band then started working for FRONT ROW: S. Olgilvie, M. Restino, C. Shapiro, D. O'neil, H. Cottrell, P. Hayes, L. George, L. Brownell, P. Robson, A. Brust, C. Pierce. ROW 2: C. Beck, C. Stevens, W. Waterhouse, B. Charron, J. Brenenstuhl, J. Cutler, B. Sharkey, L. Lavin, C. Kaukas, P. Ogilvie, S. Brandalik, L. Keough, K. Hall, J. Stetson, M. Chapman. ROW 3: K. Stem- the Spring Concert, Competition, and a 3-A. Working in grade 3 shows re- markable progress considering that two years ago they were only playing grade 1. With practice, these musi- cians will iron out the squeaks and wrong notes to provide our Senior Band with a bright future. berg, C. Pine, S. Kjelgaard, B. Baker, M. Stem- pek, P. Green, B. Brown, F. Leonard, E. Starr, A. Adams, D. Green, J. Moore. ROW 4: T. Daven- donis, R. Frederickson, E. Green, B. Baertschi, D. Hall, M. Harrison, J. Harrington, A. Kovage, R. Thorpe, J. Monahan, B. Zilinskas, Mr. Gaillard. 50 FRONT ROW: P. Hayes, K. McMartin, C. Pine, M. Ingraham, K. Sparks, K. Hall, P. Robson, G. Hackett, A. Adams, R. Adams, P. Taber, M. Chapman, M. Harrison, L. Stritch, D. Shaw, T. Davendonis, J. Moore, R. Reed, A. Kovage, P. McGuire, B. Baertschi, J. Hayden, W. Brown. ROW 2: L. Tilton, R. Paquette, L. Sutton, D. Atwood, W. Waterhouse, J. Stetson, P. Green, L. Keough, J. Brenenstuhl, C. Pierce, A. Brust, P. Allen, P. McGuire, K. Sternberg, P. Sherman, J. King, B. King, P. Philpott, J. Auemig, L. Roberto, R. Ballard, J. Beninati, V. Ayers, Mr. Pedersen. ROW 3: L. George, K. Hall, S. Hanselman, L. Granger, R. Paquette, L. Brownell, B. Sharkey, M. Reynolds, M. Restino, D. O'Neill, S. Williams, S. Brandalik, S. Ogdvie, C. Beck, C. Shapiro, A. Philpott, K. Stevens, H. Cottrell, R. Domine, A. Wright, B. Kalinowski, M. Ellis. in both vocal and instrumental areas. Junior Chorus All right kids, now let's hear you really sing out on this one! Everyone got his notes? O.K . 1-2-ready-begin! How many times in a year does Mr. Calvin Pedersen say this to his hardwork- ing Jr. chorus? These young students are real hustlers. This past year they put on two concerts within four months, went Christmas caroling on Dec- ember 26, and some members even participated in the 8th grade production of H.M.S. Pinafore. It doesn’t seem possible that a group of 7th and 8th graders could sing so well and with so much expres- sion, but our Jr. Chorus really outdid itself. This is certainly a group with a great deal of potential and they deserve a bit of congratu- lations for a job well done. On the fourth day of Christmas my true love sent to me: four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves, and a partridge in a pear tree. What's this, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, complete with percussion ensemble? Would you believe the H. F.C. S. Chorus initiating four new teachers? Boy, were Mrs. Lynds, Mrs. Donovan, Mrs. Miller and Mr. Magazu surprised when their names were called to help the chorus out with one of their numbers. This is one event the Jr. Chorus always looks forward to since it gives them a chance to have a bit of a joke on the new teachers. 51 Music captivates the audience as it flows Hey, it's a junior jazz band! No? Oh, it must be the thirteen pied pipers! Wrong again? Oh, but of course. It's the clarinet choir all ready to play us a song. Standing with instruments in hand are L. Keough, S. Brandalik, S. Ogilvie, M. Frazier, M. Restino, J. Miller, T. Durkec, A. Niles, M. Guber, L. Cornell, L. Buswell, J. Betit, S. Hall, and Mr. William Gaillard, instructor. All decked out in his new uniform, Bob Whittet fin- gers his saxophone while warming up for a concert. The arrival of these fancy blue blazers was a much Senior Band awaited occasion. Phee! Waoo! Hoopaa! Tish! are familiar sounds to the senior band. Composed of students from 9-12 grade, it has sliding trombones, stirring trumpets, and numer- ous other melodic horns supported by the rhythm of drums . Band members, tooting and tapping their way through the school year, produce cheerful music to the de- light of their audience. They present excit- ing instrumental programs inside and out- side our school building. At Hoosick Falls Central, the Christmas and Spring concerts highlight the band's year. As expected, practice on instruments continued this year with perfection attempted under the direction of Mr. Luther Everly. Diligent practice paid off in such competi- tion as All-State and All-County in which our school was host to competitors. The band even joyfully achieved its long sought- after goal at the May NYSSMA festival with a 6-A, the highest they could possibly attain. These activities along with many others constituted a busy year for the Senior Band. 52 from the instruments of the Senior Band. Beat those drums and swing, Denny LeBarron! Hup-two-three-four! Hup-two-three-four! Feet are tired but still marching on. In the 175th Anniversary of Rensselaer County Parade are: FRONT ROW—C. Rowland, M. Shaw, P. McGuire, G. Beckstein, B. Paquette. SECOND ROW--R. Kuebler, D. Redden, L. Baertschi, J. Herrington, D. Scott. THIRD ROW — R. Foster, C. Frazier, J. Mihuta, M. Elliott, S. Stetson. FOURTH ROW—R. Crowley, J. Roys, J. Filkins, S. Eddy, W. Cottrell. FIFTH ROW—F. Eldred, D. Harrison, R. Mihuta, L. Durkee, K. Andrew. SIXTH ROW—T. Durkee, N. Nelson, R. Whitt et, D. LeBarron, J. Shaw. SEVENTH ROW— A delightful hoo flows from Diana Brow- nell's piccolo. N. Lohnes, P. Malo, J. Zilinskas, L. Buswell, S. Hall. EIGHTH ROW—J. Lassor, A. Niles, M. Guber, L. Ogert, J. Cottrell. NINTH ROW—J. Betit, L. Niles, P. Brownell, M. Frazier, J. Miller. TENTH ROW--P. Nash, B. Hynick, L. Shaw, L. Cornell, D. George. ELEVENTH ROW—B. Shapiro, D. Brownell, S. Elliott, D. Miller, M. Goodcrmote. MISSING—J. McGuire, L. DuRoss, H. Hayes, C. Kaukas, G. LaPorte, T. Holzhauer, W. Sheffer, N. Tumbleston, M. Gottschalk, K. Kovage, P. Moore, C. Carelli, R. Frederickson. 53 In the gaiety of a song or mystery of a Senior Chorus Mama in her kerchief and I in my cap had just settled down for a long winter's nap, sings ■ Debbie Coonradt as she rehearses for the annual Christmas Concert. Sung in a lively arrange- ment, the age-old story of The Night Before Christmas proved to be a big hit with young and old alike. Do, re, me, fa, sol, fa, me, re, do. Higher, you're going flat. Get your backs away from the chairs. Higher! Sit up! So be- gins chorus rehearsal. Everyone complained, but the chorus, directed by Mrs. Eloise Can- zeri, has a very successful year behind them. Christmas season found this chorus enjoying its first success of the year, that being the annual Christmas concert at which they pre- sented a tableau of the Nativity. Of course. Christmas vacation wouldn't be complete with- out the initiation of all new teachers before- hand, carried out annually by the chorus. Spring arrived, finding Mrs. Canzeri and her songmasters presenting the Spring Concert, and being judged in the New York State School Music Association competition. This year an organ in memory of Suzanne Davison, class of '66, was used for the first time in the programs, providing a very inter- esting change in the kinds of music sung and the effect it produced FRONT ROW: A. Moseley, P. Sherman, B. Bushey, S. Roberts, G. Cornell, L. Shaw, M. Davendonis, J. Roys, S. Hall, C. Fowler, B. Sausville, M. O'Brien, A. Slingerland, J. Sturgell, S. Brownell, M. Miller, A. Stetson, H. Hayes, Mrs. Canzeri. SECOND ROW: D. Therriault, B. Shapiro, W. Lohncs, H. McLucas, K. Luskin, B. Cipperly, N. Lohnes, K. Andrews, R. Kuebler, R. LaFond, D. LeBarron, N. Nelson, J. Zilinskas, J. Lassor, S. Betit, F. Eldred, S. Stetson, M. Elliott. THIRD ROW: L. Baertschi, D. Reynolds, L. Buswell, M. Peer, M. Goodermote, J. Herrington, G. LaPorte P. McGuire, J. Shaw, S. Lapp, D. Smith, T. ’ Durkee, C. Carelli, D. Marchand, D. Coonradt, D. Markiewicz, V. Wright, M. Gottschalk. FOURTH ROW: B. Pine, J. Baker, D. Brownell, D. LaFond, J. Cottrell, C. George, J. Filkins, B. Paquette, M. Durkin, T. Moore, C. Rowland, A. Marcii, C. Frazier, L. Durkee, P. Scaglione, S. Whittet, D. Harrison, T. Gorman, M. Herring, G. Reynolds, P. Shaw. 54 foreign language, messages can be given. Mm chorus Leah Bissonette , Marilyn Miller, Bonnie Wilson and Linda Niles as they dig in to the refreshments at the French Christmas party. In fact, Savez-vous francais? Any sophomore, junior, or senior studying French in our school can be a member of Le Cercle Francais. By studying and speaking French in this club, members hope to gain a better understanding of the lan- guage as well as being able to talk French with greater skill and ease. Giving reports en francais and reading French magazines are just two of the club's activities which introduce mem- bers to a wider range of the language than may be experienced in the class- room. Meeting every two weeks under the supervision of Mrs. Jane Waltz, mem- bers of Le Cercle Francais participate in various projects involving France or its language. In addition to the activities named above, this club is responsible for putting up the colorful displays on the French room billboard, which in- clude the creative seasonal and holiday scenes. One of the biggest club projects of the year is the annual Christmas party, to which both member and non- member French students are invited to see an enjoyable program. With the parties, billboard displays, and other projects, members of the French Club have quite a busy year. they're so good that Gloria Jones is going back for seconds. Meanwhile, cleaning up in the background are Mrs. Waltz and Laureen Paquette. French Club Ah , goes French Club president, Laureen Paquette, eying the delicious cake prepared for the Christmas party. Looking equally satisfied is vice-president Anita Niles as she pours a cup of punch. When extra help is needed on such occasions, the other club officers, Eleanor Therriault, secretary, and Richard Domine, treasurer, are near at hand. 55 Yearbook staff spends This typing is wrecking our fingernails! think Geraldine Cornell, Susan Brownell, and Eleanor Therriault as they work their fingers to the bone finishing up the pages of the yearbook. This is a progress chart? It's hard to believe that there were sixteen more pages left to complete with three days to do them. But, due to the hard work of seniors Darcy Miller, Dale Mihuta, and Jane Filkins, all deadlines were successfully met. many seventh periods Yearbook Staff Where’s that picture? I LOST that picture! I can't do that write up until I find it. Richard, get Gloria and Chris and finish Student Life. You haven't started it? Marty, will you shut up and get to work? Roger, did you do the football write up? Do it! Would you guys get working? Hey, Richard! Helen, Debbie wants you for something. Marty, shut up. Faye and Leah, quit looking at pictures and work on that page. Come on, get to work. We haven’t got all day. Oh, Larry and Greg start on bas- ketball. Nancy, did you finish taking all the faculty shots? If you put that picture in I’ll sue! I look too fat! What do you mean nobody typed that page? Gerry, type it. Oh, Darcy. How did you manage to drop pictures out of the window? Well, go get them. Sorry, I can't help it if there's three feet of snow down there. Where's a cropping pencil? Good grief, we must have twelve of them, but when you want one, that's all you can find--one! Would you believe that we have sixteen pages to finish? If you don't get this done, I’ll . . . I'll! Look, you guys, If you don't quit fooling around, we're going to have a little party here Saturday. And so ends another peaceful day working with the yearbook staff. Now, will you pay attention! pleads Beverly Bushey as she frantically at- tempts to teach the new staff members Gloria Reynolds, Chris McGarvin, Larry Rice, Beverly Bushey, Greg Taber, Richard Domine, Martha Elliott, Faye Eldred and Leah Bissonette how to crop pictures. 56 and Saturdays producing a fine book. Hey, Lynne, we re out of the red, says Vagabond treasurer Linda South- worth to Lynne DuRoss as they check our financial situation. In order for a yearbook to be run efficiently, it is necessary to have a balanced budget. Now, on my camera, you have to set this gizmo so the picture will come out right, appears to be what Nancy Nelson is saying to Roger Hall. Both of them work hard to supply the demand for good pictures for the yearbook. Hey, Helen, look at that building over there. Co- editors Debbie Harrison and Helen Hayes have a good time in New York at Columbia's conference. This trip provided fun and ideas to our Vagabond leaders. 57 You'd better hurry up down there, cries Bob Scott to Linda Southworth as he begins to lose his balance. At the same time she suddenly stops twisting endless streamers when Pete Holzhauer warns that she's about to trip over a chair. To add to the con- fusion, Nancy Nelson calmly tells everyone that the stapler is missing. But although it appears to be utter chaos, the resulting summer house drew continuous oohs and aahs from all present. Studies take a back seat as Cupid begins his He may not win any race, but he's the prettiest horse I've ever seen, comments our advisor, Miss Charlotte Hulihan, upon surveying the progress being made on the carousel. The gay center of at- traction, it appeared to be the real thing as the sounds of Dave Jarvis and his orchestra poured from their places inside. The over-all effect was one of gaiety and light-heartedness, feelings so typical of spring and love. Junior Prom Mounting anxiety for that special guy to pop the question, Will you go to the prom with me? while the guys are working to earn enough money for a tux, tickets, and flowers is characteristic of pre-prom days. On that big night, Love Makes the World Go ’Round came alive. Cupid's arrows seemed to whiz through the air. A multi-colored carousel, bright flowers, and bird cages enhancea the atmosphere. Dur- ing the evening, couples drifted to the wishing well in hope that a penny would make their wish come true. The enchanting summer house provided a cozy setting for our pictures. Afterwards, tired dancers, suffering from sore feet, starched collars, and wishing desperately for some cool air, found relief under the Big Top, where a scrumptious chicken dinner was served. The class of '67 would like to thank Messers. Stanley Brostoski, Bernard Bal- der, Peter Smith, Herbert Ballard, the janitors, and especially Miss Charlotte Hulihan for all their efforts in producing a memorable prom. 58 Oh, all right, you can go off your diet, but only for tonight, says Frank Reynolds to Linda Bedard as they sit down to feast on a savory box lunch served on gaily decorated containers. Fol- lowing the dancing, couples filed to the cafeteria, transformed for the evening into the Big Top, to end a perfectly marvelous eve- ning in a perfectly marvelous way. Can you think of a better reason for such a smile? work, turning students’ minds toward the prom. I crown you queen Nancy, queen for a night, ex- claims Barbara Sausville, class of '66, as she names Nancy Steller queen of the class of '67, while escorts Ed O'Brien and Terry Neaton, respectively, look on. Nancy and her court, Linda Bedard, Susan Brownell, Lois Brust, Geraldine Cornell, Sue Harrington, Helen Hayes, Mary Luskin and Gail Whittet certainly typified the fairer sex on a night very special to them. 59 Winter Ball Never a dull moment! Diana Brownell's feet cer- tainly felt the after effects of Billy Cottrell's not wasting a minute of good music. CTmon Doug, let's get to work. We haven't got all the time in the world, ya know! screams Darcy Miller. Hey Alfie, get that ladder over here quick! shouts Roger Hall. The Seniors are in a frantic rush trying to tiansform the cafeteria into an impres- sive setting for Candlelight 'n Holly . An impossibility? Well, all hope wasn't lost for as the couples begin to drift in they have to admit that the decorating committee had done a pretty good job. As the music begins, a few daring couples start the dance rolling. Sounds, smells, and movement fill the room. The scent of evergreen lingers in the air and occasion- ally every girl sneaks a sniff of her cor- sage. Aha! Here come the eats, thinks everyone as Mrs. Von Haggin starts serving the punch. However, as midnight approaches, couples prepare to leave, taking with them memories of the past three hours. But wait! The night is far from being over. Tired and blurry-eyed, many will not hit the sack until the wee hours of the morning. Amid a whirl of gaiety comes the Winter Ball. 60 UNDER CLA SSMEN Running through hall, jump- ing down stairs, and bang- ing into classmates, under- classmen suffered through another school year. Again they sandwiched homework assignments between tele- phone conversations and Bonanza . More to their liking than a classroom lecture was a groovy-sounding record like “Psychotic Re- action ” Naturally, under- classmen were still angering teachers with their gum- chewing and spit wad throw- ing, as well as the traditional ‘7 forgot and “I lost it” where homework was con- cerned. However, even with these juvenile pranks, the school still stands at the end of the year. Robert Adams Deborah Atwood JoAnne Auernig Valerie Ayers Bruce Baertschi Beverly Baker Kathy Baldwin William Baldwin Ruth Ballard Jerry Barber Paul Beaumont JoAnne Beninati Bemis Bentley Randy Bentley Robert Bisson Daniel Bogardus Kathy Boh me r Robin Breese Dorothy Brown Edward Brownell New York’s history comes alive! Did someone say, pop-quiz ? Obviously Peter Robson, Debbie Atwood, Jim Moore, Kathy Hall, and Patsy Hayes seem to think so, because most seventh graders don't study for the heck of it. No doubt this quiz will concern the historical period displayed by the miniature Indian Village in die foreground. John Burdick Michael Callahan Thomas Case Doris Chesney Joseph Conway Carlton Coon Harold Cottrell Thomas Davendonis Gregory Eastman Mary Jane Ellis Victor Frank Ann Marie Gaefka Laurie George William Godfrey 61 David Green Eugene Green Robert Green George Hagadom Donald Hall Kathie Hall William Hall Bertha Harrington Harry Harrington John Harrington Melanie Harrington Patricia Hayes Robert Hoag Karen Hoffman Thomas Hudson Joseph Hunt Marie Ingraham Jerry Jones Beverly Kalinowski Josephine King Susan Kjelgaard Anthony Kovage Linda LaPorte Leslie Lavin Rocky Lewis David Lukas Gail Mattat Patrick Mattat Students read stories in English class Raymond McGarvin Peter McGuire Karen McMartin Richard Molyneux James Moore John Norton Patricia Ogilvie English can be interesting, you know. Seventh grader Marie Ingra ham doesn't appear to find this subject enjoyable, but it won't be long before she appreciates Mrs. Donovan's drills in grammar. In junior high students leam basic writing principles and are intro- duced to more difficult novels that will give them a foundation for high school work. 62 Rebecca Paquette Rene Paquette Pamela Philpott Carol Pine Jay Pokines Suzanne Rawlings Robert Reed Mary Reynolds Milford Rice Leo Rifenburgh Phyllis Robinson Peter Robson David Shaw Joseph Shaw Cheryl Shepard Kimberly Sparks Richard Sprague Walter Sprague Karen Sternberg Richard Surdam Shirley Surdam Cynthia Susee Lynn Sutton Peter Taber Susan Taber Tod Taber John Thompson Ellen Thorpe i n as well as novels in the library. Not another love story, I hope! Browsing through novels in the library is a common thing for junior high students. Here Rene Paquette looks over a fiction work trying to decide whether or not to take it out. Mrs. Kelly would much rather have students doing this than fooling around. Edward Thurber Malcom Townsend Anthony Urban Alice Waldron Wendy Waterhouse Jean Watson Richard Watson Stephan Wilson Andrea Wright 63 Alan Adams Patricia Allen Catherine Beck Joseph Bisson Peggy Bozek Stephen Bradley Susan Brandalik Thomas Brandalik Jane Brenenstuhl Ada Brown Fred Brown William Brown William Brown Lorie Brownell Richard Brownell Amy Brust Kevin Buck Jeffrey Burdick Charles Carr Ivan Casavant Terrance Casavant Gloria Chaplin Anybody know any good jokes? is the cry heard in bus room daily. Bored students with their homework done impatiently wait for the 3:10 bus to take them home. Michael Chapman Barbara Charron d James Cippcrly Steven Cluett Deborah Cornelius Helen Cottrell Harry Crandall Leona Crandall Jerry Cushing James Danforth Diane DeLuca Ruth Domine Robert Dowling Daniel Drake Robert Durkin Joseph Dwyer William Dwyer Robert Frederickson Peter Freeman Mark Gageway 64 Bruce Gardner Arthur Gates Christopher Gates Linda Granger Edward Green Pamela Green Gene Hackett Deborah Hunt Robert Isherwood Lucinda Kaukas Laura Kcough David Lassor Lee Ann Lavin Fred Leonard Janette Hall Karen Hall Shirley Hanselman Gerald Harrington Mark Harrison Jeffrey Harrington Joseph Hoag Louise Lewis Barbara Lockrow Wayne Lohnes Ray Marchand Michael McGuire Patricia McGuire Baron McKeon Bubbling vitality typifies an eighth grader. James Monahan John Mullen Charles Murphy Terry Myers Arthur Nash Mardi Niles Berton North John Ogcrt Sheila Ogilvie Deborah O'Neill James Petcll Anne Philpott Colleen Pierce Rodd Post Jane Poulnot Paul Powers Craig Reopel Michele Restino Linda Roberto Jean Ruebel Joan Ruebel Celia Shapiro Elizabeth Sharkey Steve Shaw Patricia Sherman Joseph Sprague Joseph Springer 65 Christine Starkey Ervin Starr Laurence Stemp Michael Stempek Jeanne Stetson Connie St evens Kathy Stevens Lawrence Stritch Juanita Therriault Sharon Thompson Cosh, that looks awfully far down Bob, comments Jeanne Stetson to Bob Whittet as she prepares herself to jump out of the emergency door during one Of the several bus fire drills. These are held at various times throughout the year in hopes that if the real thing ever happens, students will proceed calmly. Robert Thorpe Howe, Gentleman Johnny, Washington, St. Leger, Ben- nington, Saratoga ... recites Mike Chapman as he diligently studies for his history test on the American Revo- lution. In eighth grade, students begin their study of Ameri- can History which is completed in the junior and senior years. Lynn Tilton t r John Trottier Wesley Weeden Susan Williams Linda Woodard Michael Yager Kathy Young Bernard Zilinskas 66 Rodney Amidon Keith Scott Michael Timothy Herbert Andrew Areson Baldwin Baldwin Ballard Steve Barber Robert Beaumont Judy Betit Edward Brandalik Donna Brownell New responsibilities mix well with enjoyment. John Lynn Richard Beverly Robert Burdick Buswell Champney Cipperly Clyde Raymond Deborah Lorraine Charles Robert Jean Coon Coonradt Cornell Crowley Crowley Cutler Gary Danforth Paul Danforth Bernard Davendonis Jean Davendonis Joan Davendonis 67 Margaret Davcndonis Tom Dooley Lynn Durkcc Michael Durkin Susan Elliott Cary Fitzpatrick Robin Foster Marilyn Frazier Patricia Gaefka Mark Gardner Donna George Margaret Gottschalk Donn Griswold Raymond Guber Edward Gulley With their hopes high and their minds on the future, the class of '70 swung into their freshman year. For the first time this spirited group was able to ride on spectator buses to cheer for their football and basketball teams at away games. New clubs and a wide variety of sports to par- ticipate in made it a sensational year of introduction to activity. This same fab frosh group led the way to some really high stepping on January 28 making their dance one of the most in affairs of the year. If their enthusiasm continues, the sky's the limit on this class's achieve- ments . Charles Harrington Bertilla King Mark Harrington Deborah Koehler Robert Harrington Sandra Koehler T eresa Harrington Karen Kovage William Harrington Richard Kuebler Marilyn Harrington Timothy Holzhauer 68 Richard Charles Glen LaFond Landry LaPorte Robert Elias Leibensperger Linendoll Norma Lohnes Amy Gregory Allan Manchester March Marcil Teresa Teresa Audrey Markiewicz Martelle Martin Think fast, Bonnie, whispers Margaret Gottschalk to Bonnie Wilson as Mr. Everly asks for an A flat scale. Many freshmen participate in our music program in ad- dition to other activities. Music students must master not only band music and lesson assignments, but also scales to help develop tone and technique. The Class of 70 Robert Mihuta Jacqueline Miller Monica O'Brien Mary Peer Michael Rancourt Carole Redden Diane Reynolds Marilyn Miller Edward Moon Edward Moore Linda Niles 69 Starlene Katherine Susan Keith Jane Beverly Rice Riley Roberson Robson Reubel Sausville Dennis Smith Susan Surdam Douglas Smith Dany Tilley Carol Snyder Wayne Tracy Harold St evens Nancy Tumbleston William Stuka Kay White JoAnn Surdam Bonnie Wilson 70 Sophomores work industriously yet have fun. Rodney Linda Jane Arasim Baertschi Baker Class of ’69 Sophomores are now on that long last stretch of their school years. To them it seems only yesterday that they walked through the school doors for the first time. It is only two more years until they go out through those same doors for the last-time. Some say that the sophomore year is the hardest. This year the sophomores are taking a new and advanced course in biology. They are taking a new type of math, geome- try. Sophomores participate in many clubs and activities. They are also very sports minded. The boys are on junior varsity and varsity teams. The girls participate in intramurals and in varsity and junior var- sity cheerleading. Gary Laurence Laurene Beckstein Betit Benkoski Carol Richard Gerald Carelli Carver Casavant Stephen Thomas John Cornelius Crowley Dowling Terry Bentley Mark Brown Sandra Betit Kenneth Brownell Leah Bissonette Penelope Brownell Juanita Bomt Rose Brownell Robert Elizabeth Brenenstuhl Brophy Richard John Bump Burke 71 Who says you have to be an Englishman to look like one? Martha Elliott knows that mod haircuts and over- sized glasses are an absolute must in the raging '60's. Charles Allan Christian Frazier Gageway Goodermote Francis Terry Philip Downing Durkee Dwver Gary Faye Martha Eastman Eldred Elliott Robert Linda Candace Ellis Farquharson Fowler Many scholastic and Gary David Haff Hall Mary William Hathaway Hawks Rodney Hall Diane Hayden Robert Hall Cynthia Potter Robert Michael Hall Hanselman Lawrence John Rice Riley 72 JoAnne Robert Bonnie Herrington Hudson Hyilick Claire Gloria William Ives Jones LaMere Janice Dennis Gwynne Lassor LeBarron Leibensperger Stanley Charles Steven Linendoll Lohnes Luke social goals are met. Patricia Moore Linda Ogert Raymond Morin Bernard Paquette Ann Moseley Barbera Pine Planning a money raising dance for their class are president Dennis LeBarron, vice president Charles Sheffer, secretary Sandra Whittet and treasurer Ray- mond Morin. 73 Bruce Karin David Robson Schonbeck Scott Charles Penny Thomas Sheffer Sherman Starr Gregory Taber Sandra Whittet Barbara Thomas Stephen Wright Regina Thompson Raymond Wrubleski Sandra Roberts Between classes Charles Frazier and Laurene Benkoski quickly sneak a peek at the absence list to search for missing friends be- fore hurrying on to next period. Thomas Beth Joseph Scott Shapiro Shaw Anne Jane Eileen Stetson Sturgell T aber Eric Tollison Fred Yager Lynn VanDerKar Lynn Young David Waterhouse Jayne Zilinskas 74 Leslie Charles Carol Andrew Banga Baldwin Diana Kenneth Richard Brownell Burns Callahan Important events fill a junior’s year. Only one more year to go! Some juniors finish the year with a sigh of re- lief. Others prepare themselves for another four or five years of more diffi- cult study. Showing their usual vitality in varsity sports, juniors brought touchdowns and baskets. They demonstrated their scho- lastic ability through the year on the honor roll and merit list and their leadership in many clubs and activities in which they participated. The highlights of the junior year were the well planned prom and the reception of the class rings. All in all the junior year has been one of decision as to what they will bring to future years and what the future years will bring to them. Paul Brenda Janet Cipperly Coates Danforth Rosemary Darla Richard Danforth DeLuca Domine Class of ’68 Patricia Dowling Daniel Green Susan Frank Mary Ann Guber Deborah Gardner Dawn Hall Sandra Gardner Sharon Hall Carol Marie George Gifford John Howard Hanselman Harrington 75 Classes, extracurricular activities, and Nancy David Hillman Hoag Linda Ingraham John Terry Gary Kane Kelley Kjelgaard Oh, wonderful, Laureen Paquette, secretary of the junior class exclaims, as William Miller, presi- dent, hands her her class ring. At the same time, Gloria Reynolds, treasurer, and Walter Robson, vice president, look on and admire the unique de- sign of the ring. Dale LaFond Christine McGarvin Richard LaPorte Heather McLucas Stephen Lapp William Miller Sandra Wanda David Lewis Lohnes Matt at Linda Richard Anita Monroe Motsiff Niles 76 a social life make a busy junior year. Deborah Paul Norton O'Brien Ann Marie Ogert Laure en Paquette Oh, there's a bright golden haze on the meadow, there's a bright golden haze on the meadow. The corn is as high as an elephants eye, Steve Lapp will probably never forget that song, not only because he sang it over and over again in practice, but also be- cause he sang it in the play Oklahoma in which many juniors participated. Evelyn Peckham Katherine Prebblc Frank Redden Carr Pitt Ralph Quake nbush Gloria Reynolds Michael Richards Patricia Richmond Walter Clyde Robson Rowland David Judy Rowley Roys Mr. Wahler, you know we never peek, Susan Frank laughs after Mr. Wahler warns them that heTl put caps on the keys if their sneak glances continue. Nancy Town- send, Sandra Gardner, Dawn Hall, Linda Sheridan, Sandra Lewis, Marie Gifford, and Debbie Gardner, still work intently. 77 Hedy Patricia Mary Rue be 1 Scaglione Shaw Linda Barbara Douglas Sheridan Smith Sprague Charles JoAnne Richard Steams Stewart Taber Donna Therriault Nancy Townsend Charles Williams Side, angle, side; angle, side, angle; side, side, side; angle, angle, angle; right triangles if the hypotenuse and the leg of one equal the hypothenuse and leg of the other, --all this goes through Chris McCarvin's mind as she tries to get two triangles congruent for geometry homework. Mmmm, what smells so good? is a frequent remark heard circulat- ing through the halls as faculty and students alike, catch a whiff of various concoctions produced in the homemaking room. Marie Gif- ford and Dawn Hall work hard to produce a good meal and try not to make a mistake for this will be graded by Miss Case. Patricia Wilson Delmar Wysocki Valerie Wright Patrick Young 78 “Gee, I can't wait to get out!” “That goes double for me. ” Thus counting the seconds 'til graduation are two seniors as they pass from an exas- perating and characteris- tically hard class. That con- tagious disease senioritis is creeping up on them, aug- menting their impatience and their haughtiness, but to the relief of underclassmen, the latter has not gotten out of hand. Meanwhile, dividing their time between school- work, college applications, and guidance interviews, seniors have an important, eventful, and difficult year. No wonder they’re anxious to graduate! Officers face success and frustration. Never fear, they are here! No class meeting can get under way with- out Sec'y. Paige Malo; Pres. Robert Whittet; Treas. Tim Dwyer; and V. P. Nancy Steller. A successful Winter Ball and funfilled Senior Banquet are results of their fine leadership. WILLIAM JAMES ALTENREID Bill . . . looks forward to a future in agriculture. Intramurals 1,2; Photography Club 3. LINDA ANN BEDARD Lyda ... is motivated toward a career in the Air Force. Cheerleading 1,2, 3,4; Intramurals 1,2,3; Stamp Drive 2,3; Prom Committee 3; Prom Court 3; Gym Exhibition 2,3. MARY ELLEN BENKOSK1 Elly . . . is aiming to become a beautician. Gym exhibition 2,3; Intramurals 1,2,3, 4; Prom Committee 3; Class Secretary 2; Cheerleading 2,3; Winter ball Committee 4. RICHARD LESTER ARM IT AGE Rick . . • indicates a desire to be a male nurse. J. V. Football 1; Wrestling 1; Photography Club 3. 79 WILLIAM LEONARD COTTRELL Billy ' • . . indicates he intends to be a civil engineer. Band 1,2, 3,4; Chorus lj Class President lj Student Council 1,2,3; Basketball 1,2; Baseball 1. JERRY DENNIS COLECROVE Jeny . . . wants to go in the service. Football 1,2; Wrestling 1,2,3. Let’s peek through the door of science; shall we venture in? JEAN MARIE COTTRELL Jean . . . aims to be a music teacher. Chorus 1,2, 3,4; Band 1,2, 3, 4; All State Band 2; All County Band 1, 2,3,4; Future Teachers 4; Prom Committee 3; Intramurals 1,2,4; Winterball Committee 4. BEVERLY BUSHEY Bev . . . aspires to become a math teacher. Public Relations Club (Historian) 1; F.T.A. (Treasurer) 2; Yearbook 3,4; Chorus 1,3,4; Intramurals 1,2, 3,4; Honor Society 3,4; Gym Exhibition 1,2, 3, 4; Drama Club 4; Cheer- leading 4; Syracuse Citizenship Conference 4. MARY JANE BISSON Mary . . . plans to study language to be an interpreter. Intramurals 1; French Club 2, 3; Yearbook 4. CHRISTINA ANN DAVENDONIS Chris . . . intends to be a physical edu- cation teacher. Intxamurals 1,2, 3, 4; Chorus 1,2,3; Cheerleading 1,2, 3,4; Prom Com- mittee 3; Gym Exhibition 1,2, 3, 4; Drama Club 4. 80 Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn, and Hanselman and R. Armitage experiment to make caldron bubble. Two or three times a week M. the world of chemistry come alive. SUSAN JEAN BROWNELL ’’Sue . . . anticipates becoming a beautician. Cheerleading 2; Intramurals 1,2, 3,4; Band 1,2, 3, 4; Chorus 1,2,3, 4; Jr. Prom Court 4; Tri State 1,2; All County 1,2,3. GERALDINE THANKFUL CORNELL Gerri . . . has expectations of becoming a secretary. Chorus 1,2, 3,4; Intramurals 1,2, 3,4; Gym Exhibition 1,2,3; Li- brary Club 2, 3; (Sec.-Treas. 2, V. Pres. 3) Cheerleading 3, 4; All State Chorus 3,4; Prom Committee Court 3; All County 3; Jr. Chorus Accompanist 3; Dramatics 4 (Pres.); Yearbook 4; Magazine Drive 4. «, Oh, don't cry, Dale. Class can't last forever! Tackling one of the many examples encountered in Math 12 brings sadness to Dale Mihuta, as it most likely does to his classmates as well. However, they realize that this type of suffering is necessary if they hope to succeed in college math. Time for study. classes, and extracurricular JAMES MORGAN GAVAGAN Jim . . . looks forward to a career in business. J. V. Basketball 1; Football 4; Wrestling 2; Intramurals 2,3; French Club 1; Radio Club 1. BARBARA ANN ELLIS Bobbi . . . wants to continue schooling in the field of I. B. M. Intramurals 1,2, 3,4; Prom Com- mittee 3; Chorus 1,2,3; Gym Exhibition 3. MARLA JAYNE COODERMOTE Mar . . . wants to work in the field of data processing. Chorus 1,2, 3, 4; Band 1,2, 3,4; Intramurals 1,2,3; All County Chorus 3; Prom Committee 3; French Club 2; Magazine Drive 4. 82 JANET LORRAINE HALL Janet . . . wants to become a nurse. Library Club 2,3,4; Prom com- mittee 3; Gym Exhibition 3; Yearbook 4. JANE ANNETTE FILKINS Jane . . . hopes for a career as a nurse. Band 1,2, 3,4; Chorus 1,2,3, 4; International Fellowship 3; All County Band 3; Prom committee 3; Yearbook 4; Intramurals 1,2, 3,4; Winterball Committee 4. TIMOTHY JAMES DWYER Tim . . . desires to become a teacher. Wrestling 1,2,3, 4; Football 1, 2,3,4; Gym Exhibition 1; Class Treasurer 4. activities hastens the senior year. PAMELA KAY FOSTER Pam . . . anticipates a career in the Marines. Intramurals 1,2, 3, 4; Officials club 1,2, 3,4; Chorus 1,2,3; Prom Committee 3. ROBERT DAVID FRANK Bob . . . plans to take a course in electrical drafting. SUSAN MARIE EDDY Sam . . . indicates an interest towards becoming a member of the Peace Corp. Intramurals 2,3,4; Band 1,2, 3, 4; Chorus 2,3; Prom Committee 3; Tri-State Band 2; All State Band 3; All County Band 3. 83 RAYM. COODERMOTE Ray z-z-z-go the metal lathes as Jack McCart and Harold Mentiply smooth • • • anticipates a career in the down their metal pieces into circular bars. The precision operation of service, such machines in shop requires seriousness, close attention, and, of course, knowing what you're doing. From wing to wing seniors work busily. ROGER RALPH HALL JR. Rogd . . . expects to teach history. Football 1,2,3,4; Wrestling 1,2,3; Baseball 1,4, (scorekeeper 2, 3); Prom Committee 3; Intramurals 1, Varsity Club 4, Yearbook Staff 4. DAVID JAMES HAN SELMA N Dave . . . plans to join a branch of the armed forces. Football 1,2, 3,4; Wrestling 1,2; Jr. Prom Committee 3. THERESA A. GORMAN Theresa . . . hopes to become a dental as- sistant. Chorus 1,2, 3, 4; Intramurals 1,2, 3,4; Prom Committee 3. HELEN CATHERINE HAYES Helen . . . has aspirations of becoming an English teacher. Band 1,2, 3,4; Chorus 1,2,3, 4; Cheerleading 1,2, 3,4; All County Band 2; All State Chorus 3,4; All County Chorus 3,4; Prom Commit- tee and Court 3; Class V. Pres. 1; Class Sec. 3; Winterball Commit- tee 4; Syracuse Citizenship Con- ference 3, 4; National Honor Society 3,4; Intramurals 1,2, 3, 4; Year- book 3,4, (co-editor 4); Gym Ex- hibition 2,3. 84 HUGH W. HARRINGTON Hugh . . . has a desire to become a plumber. Wrestling 2; Student Council 4. DEBORAH LOUISE HARRISON Debbie . . . is attracted towards a future as an elementary teacher. Cheerleading 1,2, 3,4; Band 1,2, 3,4; Chorus 1,2, 3, 4; Class Sec- retary 1; All-State Band 3; All County Band 1,2,3, 4; All County Chorus 3,4; French Club 2; Prom Committee 3; Intramurals 1,2, 3, 4; F.T.A. 1; Yearbook 3,4, (co- editor 4) All State Chorus 4; Gym Exhibition 2. MARIE CATHERINE HAN SELMA N Marie • . . anticipates a career as a recreation supervisor. F.T.A. 1; Gym Exhibition 1,2, 3; Cheerleading 2; Intramurals 1,2, 3,4; Prom Committee 3. JEAN PAULA GOODRICH Jean . . . expects to become a labora- tory technician. Chorus 1,2,3; F.T.A. 1,2; Vice- President 3; French Club 2; Gym Exhibition 2; Intramurals 1,2; Stamp Drive 3; Yearbook 3. What, overdue again? Checking the date-due on a book being returned to the library brings no smiles to the faces of Mrs. Kelly or Ray Gooder- mote. In addition to collecting fines on overdue books, Mrs. Kelly gives aid to those seeking library' information or literature. SUE ANNE HARRINGTON Sue . . . wants to study in an I.B.M. school. Prom Committee 3; Prom Court 3. 85 PETER HOLZHAUER Pete . . . anticipates being an engi- neer. Football 1,2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2,3,4; Baseball 1,2; Prom Com- mittee 3; Student Council 1,2. LOIS MAE HOFFMAN Lois . . . indicates she wants to work as a secretary. Library Club 1,2; Gym Exhibition 2; Stamp Drive 2,3; Chorus 1. No, wait a minute, Mr. Eastwick! exclaims Sharing the same predicament are Gail Whittet, Mary Luskin as she gets ready to take history notes. Sue Harrington, and Linda Peckham. Who says a teacher's presence JOYCE ANN HOAG Joyce ... is looking forward to a future as a secretary. French Club 2. MARY MICHELLE HERRING Shelly . . . intends to become a dental assistant. Gym ExJiibition 1; F.T. A. 1; Chorus 1,2, 3. 4; Prom Commit- tee 3; Student Council 4; Intra- murals 1,2, 3,4. 86 RONALD JAMES HUNT •’Ron . . . plans to go in the Marines. RICHARD HAROLD INGRAHAM Rick . . . has hopes of studying marine biology. Wrestling 1,2, 3,4; Baseball 2; Varsity Club 3,4. BRUCE LINCNER Marty . • . wants to become a teacher. Football 1,2, 3, 4 (Captain 4); Student Council 4; Baseball 1,2, 3,4; Gym Exhibition 1,2. MARY AGNES LUSKIN Mare . . . expects to work as a secre- tary. Intramurals 1,2,3; Chorus 3; Prom Committee and Court 3. RICHARD PAUL LAV IN Dick . . • anticipates being a chemist. Football 1,2, 3,4; Baseball 1. prompts seniors to work harder? If this pencil slips one more time— Bill Cottrell mutters to himself as he diligently tries to finish his house plan in mechanical drawing. All stu- dents are given the opportunity to take this as an elective. JOHN L. McCART Jack . . . hopes to work as an auto mechanic. PAIGE S. MAUD Paige” . . . wants to become a medical secretary. Band 1,2, 3,4; Chorus 2,3; Year- book 4; Prom Committee 3; Class Sec. 4; All State Band 3; Tri-State Band 2; Wintcrball Committee 4; Gym Exhibition 3; International Relations Club 3. LINDA ANNE SOUTHWORTH Linda . . . has expectations of becoming a medical secretary. F.T.A. 1; Band 1,2, 3, 4; All County Band 1,2,3; All State Band 3; Tri-State Band 2; Prom Com- mittee 3; Yearbook 4 (Treasurer); Winner, Voice of Democracy 3. Doors open to During the school production of Okla- homa , Christine Davendonis delights the audience with I Can't Say No. Surely no one will forget those fabulous nights of October 21 and 22. She and many other seniors w'orked hard in bring- ing the play to the stage. 88 DALE ROBERT MI HUT A Dale . . . expects to pursue a career in pathology'. Football 1,2, 3,4; Basketball 1,2; Wrestling 3; Baseball 1; Gym Exhi- bition 1,2,3; Drama Club 2; In- ternational Friendship 3; Class Treasurer 1; Prom Committee 3. DARCY TOWNSEND MILLER Darce . . . aspires to become a nurse. Band 1,2, 3,4; Chorus 1,2,3; F.T.A. 1,2,3,4; Secretary; Stu- dent Council (President) 3; Prom Committee 3; Syracuse Citizenship Conference 3,4; International Fel- lowship 3; Yearbook 4; Interna- tional Relations Club 4; Winter Ball Committee 4; F.T.A. State Conference 3. Get a move on kid, Gail Whittet's classmates yell as she struggles with the seemingly willful shoelaces. Getting into the gymnasium late will not be tolerated in girl's gym classes. seniors developing confidence and skill. THOMAS MOORE Tom . . . wants to study forestry. Band 1; Chorus 3,4; All State 1; Football 1,2; Dramatics 4; F.T.A. 3,4. BONNIE LYNN McCLELLAN Bon . . . anticipates becoming a beautician. Officials Club 2; Intramurals 1,2,3; Band 1,2,3; Stamp Drive 1,2,3,4; Library Club 4. HAROLD DOOLEY MENTIPLY Butch . . . plans to go into the field of mechanical arts. 89 RICHARD NORTH Dick . . . wants to join the service. DONNA MAE PUCUESE Donna . . . indicates her interests lie in the field of secretarial work. Prom Committee. HAROLD M. MOSELEY Hal . . . considers joining his father in business. Seniors strive to excel 1-ta-te-ta, 2-ta-te-ta: This is concentration? You'd better believe it! A noisey, clamoring crowd becomes a silent, organized group ready for work at 11:50. No squeaks are allowed for Jean Cottrell and Linda Southworth; so weekly lessons are provided to help students improve their ability and technique. Band rehearsal combines individual progress into one single unit. PATRICIA CLARE NASH Patty . . . anticipates studying data processing. Band 1,2, 3, 4; Tri-State Band 1, 2,3,4; Prom Committee 3; In- tramurals 1,4; Gym Exhibition 1. FRANK ALBERT REYNOLDS JR. Frank . . . is strongly motivated toward studying in the field of biology. Football 1,2, 3, 4; Basketball 1,2; Class President 3; Class Vice- President 2; Gym Exhibition 1,2,3; Prom Committee 3. 90 KAREN ANN POKINES Karen . . . considers a career in medi- cal secretarial work. Intramurals 1,2, 3, 4; Cheerlead- ing 3; Gym Exhibition 2,3,4; F.T.A. 1,2, 3,4; Library Club 1,2,4; Prom Committee 4; Photog- raphy Club 3,4; Magazine Drive 4. DOUGLAS JAMES REDDEN Doug . . • plans to study data proces- sing and computor programing. Band 1,2, 3,4; Baseball 1,2; Bas- ketball 1,2; Wrestling 3,4; Foot- ball 2, 3, 4; Student Council 4; Prom Committee 3; Boys State 3; Tri-State Band 2; All County Band 3. Holy batmobile! Once again Bob Scott puts his life in the hands of an amateur driver as he climbs into the back seat of the driver-ed car. After learning about and experiencing safe driving in this class, should he have to be at the mercy of another student? Oh, what a way to go! LINDA FRANCES PECKHAM Linda . . . hopes to be a beautician. Prom Committee 3; Winter ball Committee 4; Gym Exhibition 3. NANCY FLOSS NELSON Nance . . . has hopes of becoming a registered nurse. Band 1,2, 3,4; Chorus 1,2, 3, 4; F.T.A. 2; French Club 2,3 (Sec. 3); Prom Committee 3; Yearbook 3,4 (Photography Editor 4); All-State Chorus 3. 91 ROBERT PAUL SCOTT Bob . . . aspires to be a lawyer. Baseball 1,3,4; Football 2,4; Band 1,2; Tri-State Band 2; Gym Ex- hibition 1; Prom Committee 3; Basketball 4. ROBERT HOWARD STELLER Bob ... is aiming for a career as a tool and die maker. Football 1; Wrestling 3. Our senior year, fun-filled with and joyous laughter, passes all ELAINE MARY SPRAGUE Elaine . . . wants to study secretarial work. Intramurals 1,2; French Club 2; Stamp Drive 2; F. T. A. 3, 4; His- torian 3; Library Club 3,4, (Sec.- Treas. 4); Prom Committee 3; Magazine Drive 4. WALTER H. RUEBEL Walt . . . plans to become a farmer. gay moments too quickly. SARAH ELIZABETH STETSON Sally . . . anticipates a future in math education. Band 1,2,3, 4; Chorus 1,2,3, 4; All County Band 1,2, 3,4; All State Band 3,4; Tri-State Band 1,2; Cheerleading 2,3,4; Prom Committee 3; Winterball Com- mittee 4; Class Treasurer 3; F. T.A. 1; Syracuse Citizenship Conference 3,4; Intramurals 1,2, 3,4; Gym Exhibition 1,2,3; Na- tional Honor Society 3, 4. 92 RICHARD ARTHUR SPRINGER Dick . . . plans to go in the service. Eek, what a sight! Look at those welcoming eyes, those inviting teeth, that absolute look of friendliness! But never fear, you're safe as death around hobo, Susan Eddy. At the year- book-sponsored Halloween party she and Martha Elliott tied for first prize, free year- books, as the best hobos. From Sue's shocking costume one can tell why, too! NANCY LEE STELLER Nan . . . expects to become a nurse. Student Council 1,2,3; (Vice- President 3) Cheerleading 2,3; Class President 2; Class Vice- President 4; Prom Committee and Queen 3; French Club 2; Intra- murals 1,2,3; Gym Exhibition 1, 2. BRUCE E. SCHAEFER Bruce . . . wants to pursue a career in the field of technology. WALLACE H. SHEFFER Wally . . . plans on a career in the ser- vice of his country. Football 1,2, 3, 4; Basketball 1,2, 3,4; Band 1,2, 3, 4; AU County Band 1,3. 93 JAMES HENRY TOO HEY Jim • • . anticipates a future in busi- ness. J.V. Football 1; J. V. Baseball 1; Stamp Drive 1,2. JOHN C. WINNE John . . . hopes to study business ad- ministration. Chorus 1; J.V. Football 1. RUTH ANN THURBER Ruth . . . indicates a strong interest in secretarial work. F.T.A. 1,2,3,4; Intiamurals 1, 2, 3. 4; Library Club 3, 4; French Club 3; Prom Committee 3. ELEANOR THERRIAULT Ellie . . . hopes to teach foreign lan- fiuages. ntramurals 1,2, 3,4; F.T.A. 1, 3,4; Library Club 4; Gym Ex- hibition 3,4; Prom Committee 3; French Club (Secretary) 4; Year- book 4. JOSEPH EDWARD TROMBLEY Joe . . . plans to enter the service upon graduation. J. V. Baseball 1. LAURA H. WEEDEN Haz . . . aims toward a career as a secretary. Intramurals 1,2, 3,4; French Club 2; Prom Committee 3; Gym Exhibition 1; Stamp Drive 2. 94 SHARON MARIE YUREWITCH Sheri” . . . plans a future as a medical secretary. F.T.A. I, 2, 3, 4; Library Club 1, 2,3,4; Prom Committee 3; Intra- murals 1,2; French Club 4. WILLIAM F. STEVENS Bill . . . desires to serve his country. GAIL HELEN WHITTET Gail . . . intends to be an I. B. M. operator. Chorus 1,2; Cheerleading 2,3,4; Intramurals 1,2,3, 4; Class Trea- surer 2, Prom Committee and Court 3; Gym Exhibition 2. A milestone reached; HFCS becomes a memory. ROBERT C. WHITTET Alfie . . . is aiming toward a career in social science. Chorus 1; Band 1,2, 3, 4; Basket- ball 1,2, 3, 4; Class Vice President 3; President 4; Prom Committee 3; Dance Band 4; Student Council 2; Football 1,2, 3, 4; Baseball 1,2, 3,4. No more pencils, no more books, no more teachers' dirty looks, chant Jane Filkins, Wally Sheffer, Bob Whittet and Sally Stetson as they finally leave good ole HFCS. All year long they've awaited the happy day vowing never to return after graduation. Yet at the last minute all four found themselves recalling good times at parties, games, and dances and wishing for them to continue. 95 Fall, winter, spring, summer; the end. Fall . . . School is off to a roaring start with a rush of new faces, teach- ers and classes. Jr. high students like this one, find the door to higher educa- tion just opening. Winter . . . Out come the overcoats, boots and mittens. The snowfalls, the wind blows, and we find ourselves half way through the school year. Spring . . . Who's go- ing to the baseball game? I forgot my umbrella! Rain and baseball both come with spring as doors swing open to let in fresh clean air. Summer . . . The door is closed, summer vacation is here at last. Regents marks are in, the long awaited prom is ended, and graduation is over. 96