Housatonic Valley Regional High School - White Oak Yearbook (Falls Village, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 112 of the 1956 volume:

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It's all hereg I'll be with you to guide you around. There was your first day as freshmen. That im- ersonal blackboard, filled with room numbers and ames. All those huge rooms, miles of halls, and multitudes of milling students. P n , In your sophomore year, upstairs, you were all to- gether with your own corridor. Then your junior year, down to the first Hoot again, but as upper classmen with more work and more activ- 'ties. That year your class really got together. inally you're seniors, with your own homeroom and chology class. There is even more to do as you pre re for the big step from high school. f ? REC! ON A I r,.,,t ,..r.. T .. WV as ,hx V, 'HGH st r W +'7.sT. V Jxtiigfgil K :fx he hite Uak Table Of Contents DIIDIOATION ....... A ADMINISTRATION. . . 5 SENIORS . . .13 ASH CLUBS . . .33 jfliggj MLTSIO ......... 53 'TLQEE IN AND OUT OF SCHOOL . .59 A fi CLASSES ........ 66 SPORTS. . . .69 FEATURES .... ' . . 81 COMMENCEMENT . . . . 92 ADVERTISING . . . . 95 L HOUSATUNIC VALLEY REGIONAL Falls Village, Connecticut SS X S X Tuhlgr-5 X S published by S I9 6 ! in SAW ,X 1,.x g,.,- U T7 x,,f I MU- el lI class Dedication As a token of our appreciation for his patience and under- standing as one of our homeroom teachers, and for his leader- ship in making the Senior Ball a success, we, the Class of 1956 dedicate THE WHITE OAK to Edward M. Kirby dmini frafian Let's get started. I wonder if you'll recall any of nese people. They're the ones who worked hard to elp you through Regional by teaching and advising Ju. Sometimes they gave a lot of homework and mmetimes they threw surprise tests. You would get lenty peeved at them, and they seemed pretty tough 7 times. As I remember, they were usually rightg hat seemed unreasonable was to help you in the mg run They are all here so let's turn the a e . 4 4 , P g nd take a look. -I S Running the School ls a Big Job 4!U ' PAUL W. STODDARD INA C. SARTORIUS Principal District Superintendent BA., Yale University, 1924, M.A., Columbia BA., Washington State College, 1919, M.A., University, 1928, M.A., Yale University, 19293 Columbia University, 1925g Ph.D., Columbia Ph.D., Yale University, 1947. Contemporary University, 1931. Problems. REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL BOARD C. Whittlesey Hart Chairman, Cornwall Walter B. Crosbie Vice-Chairman, Kent Mrs. Josephine B. Rudd Secretary, Salisbury Thomas W. Luce Treasurer, Sharon Mrs. Barbara Bornemann Canaan Edward H. McGuire North Canaan Standing, Left to right: Mr. McGuire, Mr. Luce. Seated: Mrs. Bornemann, Mr. Hart, Mr. Crosbie, Mrs. Rudd. Faculty Helps Us Plan for Future MRS. CAROLINE C. WAKEFIELD Dean of Girls Director of Guidance B.A., College of St. Elizabeth, 1941, MA., University of l Connecticut, 1949. Mathe- matics. EDWARD C. DORSETT Vice-Principal B.S., Mansiield State Teachers College, 1929, M.A., Duke University, 1936. Mathemat- C . x4 1 .Ji ' X 11 ' U 1 1 M .AI 2 E 1 5 ., 3 , si, K. .. f , is I gg S 3 3 . A 1 l Q 1 , WARREN C CLARK 'Q E' A i 1 'E ' 2 E 5 DONALD G. KOBLER Vlcstipligliigigdiagggrge l B.A., St. Lawrence University, 19549 M.A., University of Aw Dartmouth. Ccfllege' Rochester, 1950. Head of the 128, Ed.M., University of Eng1ishDCPanmem. as . ew Hampshire, 1933. Social l ffgfe 1 1 udies. si V I WILHEMINE E. ALLYN B.S., New York University, 1931. English. ,44- ..- RUSSELL L. ERWIN B.A., Dartmouth College, 1935: M.Ed., University of Vermont, 1943. English. 7 We Learn Many Useful kills EVELYN M. ESTEY B.A., Colby College, 19273 M.A., Middlebury College, 1945. French, Latin. F OLIVER F, ELDRIDGE B.A., University of Maine, 1937, M.A., Boston University, 1940. English, Social Studies. H. LINCOLN FOSTER B.A., Williams College, 1928, M.A., Trinity College, 1950. Eng- lish, Latin, Science, Commercial Studies. MRS. ELAINE C. SCRIBER B.A., Houghton College, 1939 Social Studies. HAROLD M. SMITH Bay Path Institute, 19305 B.S., Ed.M., Hillyer College, 1954. Commercial Studies. MAE E. GESELL B.S., Connecticut College, 1930, M.A., Columbia University, 1942. Commercial Studies. We Prepare for Workaday World 51. ROBERT A. ENGLAND B.S., Springfield College, 19423 M.Ed,, Springfield College, 1955. Science. HOWARD W. BROERE B.S., State University Teachers College, Oswego, New York, 19465 M.A., Syracuse University, 1948. Industrial Arts. AMBLER R. TRAVIS B.S., Springfield College, 19555 M.A., New York University, 1948. Biology, Director of Audio- Visual Aids. 3 ARTHUR W. MILLER B.S., Keene State Teachers Col- lege, 1946g M.A., New York University, 1948. Industrial Arts, Driver Education. CLARKE B. WOOD B.S., University of Connecticut 19343 M.S., Cornell University 1947, Vocational Agriculture, Di- rector of Extra-Curricular Activ- ities. WALTER C. BURCROFF B.S., Cornell University, 1952. Vocational Agriculture. iq' Learning is Theory and Practice . ,gl JOHN F. JUST JOSEPH F. DORAN B-S-. U- S- Naval Afadfmy, 1931: B.S.E.E., University of Alabama, Ed.M., University of Maine, 1950. 1951, B.Ed., Teachers College of Mathematics. Connecticut, 1937g M.A., Colum- bia University, 1939. Science, Mathematics. EDWARD M. KIRBY B.S., Teachers College of Con- necticut, 1951. Mathematics, Sci- ence. if I l fi 1 1 vtrf A, ,,,, K I lx Y XV I fs 1 Ms: '- ALICE PRATT BS., University of Vermont, MARY E. BUZZELL 1933. Homemakingh MRS. HELEN RAE SCRUGGS B.S., University of Maine, 1939. B.S., University of Connecticut Homemaking. 1955. Homemaking. 10 We Exercise Both Mind and Bod his ' Q f ROLAND H. CHINATTI B.S., Springfield College, 1951. Physical Education. Q' I li I 5 ' I ii, -' iii: .., Wg' a I ww Y ,, , - . PHYLLIS C. DODD B,A., Beloit College, 1944. Phy- sical Education, Nurse. -a 7 .. is 1415 is assi. eraf as V -127282930 A , 1 I F5 il , MRS. RUTH J. EATON B.Ed., New Haven State Teachers College, 1934, M.A., New York University, 1943. Arts and Crafts. WILLIAM J. MEDER Mus.B., Yale University, 1941, M.S,, State University Teachers College, Potsdam, New York, 1953. Music. PHILIP GAROVOY NORBERT B. NOYES B.M.E., College of Music, Mus.B., Acadia University, Boston University, 1949. Canada, 1957. Music. Music. 'Il S. JOSEPH NANIA Mus.B., Yale University 1959, M.A., Columbia Uni versity, 1955. Music. ff S 2 The Staff Is Always Busy LOUIS F. MEISTER Ph.G,, Brooklyn College of Phar- macy, 1923, M.D., Long Island Medical College, 1930. Medical Adviser. MRS. EMMA M. VOSBURGH B.A., Bates College, 1930. Li- brarian. OFFICE 'x i i BETTY E. JOHNSON MRS. JOSEPHINE M. qLeftJ GULNAC mighty Housatonic Valley Regional Lasell junior College, 1955. High School, 1954. Assistant Registrar, Secretary to the Prin- Secretary. cipal. l ...,... ,.. W ,,..,, ,,, , KITCHEN 1 .1 'Q' f ' . Left to Right Mrs Gruber Q 4... ' , Mrs Boults Miss Frink Mrs 5, .. Jaeger Mrs Mom Mrs Neil if-wx T... ' I A If son mg -' . . I 'ima CUSTODIANS 1, Left to Right. Mr. DuBois, Mr. Topping, Mr. Doty. I lt Sel lIOl S Here comes the big attraction. Yes, here you are in your senior year. Remember when you got all decked out for these pictures, perhaps the first formal portrait you ever sat for? What do you say we take a look at the biggest and best graduation class in Regionals history? W , D aff -X on, xa S NANCY ELLEN AAKJAR North Canaan Classical Course Name Nance is a bright, tiny, com- pact example of continual acti- vity. A top-ranking student, she expends her bubbling en- ergy at home by sewing and cooking. Working in the gar- den is one of her special pleas- ures. Latin Club 2, Allied Youth 2, Treasurer 3, 4, Christmas As- sembly I, Roman Banquet Committee 2, Junior Assem- bly, Homeroom Secretary 3, junior Prom Attendant, Na- tional Honor Society. PATRICIA ANN ATHOE Salisbury General Course Pat Pat is a versatile musician, but most people will remem- ber her as the girl wrapped up in the sousaphone. When she disentangles herself from this formidable instrument, she takes up the bass viol to give the down beat for Regional's dance band. Allied Youth 3, 4, Dance Band 4, Mixed Chorus l, 2, 3, Dra- matic Club I, 2, Intramurals 1, 39 Junior Assembly, Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4, Band 1, 2, 3, 4. FREDERICK LEROY BALDWIN North Canaan General Course Baldy Baldy has been our class leader for two years, and we couldn't have had a better one. Intramurals I, 2, Varsity Foot- ball 1, 2, 3, 4, JV Basketball 1, 2, Varsity Basketball 3, 4, Varsity Baseball I, 2, 3 Co- captain 4, Varsity Club 2, 3, 4, Sophomore Corridor Party Co-chairman, Homeroom Pres- ident 2, 3, Class President 3, 4, Student Council 2, 3, Pres- ident 4, National Honor So- ciety. WALLACE WOOLSEY BARR, JR. Salisbury General Course Wally Fun, fun, fun! Wally has a zest for living, especially when Stu Brickman is around. Give him some good snow and a pair of skis or model cars to paint while listening to soft music, and he is content. He has a strong aversion toward going to the dentist - his dad! Transferred from the Salisbury School, Salisbury, Conn., in freshman year. Intramurals 1, 3, Varsity lFootball 3, 4, Allied I A JUDITH MARIE ALBI Sharon General Course Judy Lively and full of fun, Q has made the halls of Regi ring with her vivacious law ter. Listening to classical x ic while munching on a s. wich is her main pastime vs she isn't in school or worl at the Sharon Hospital. favorite outdoor activity skating. Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, Ju Assembly, Allied Youth 3 Pep Club 1, 2, 3. Vi NANCY MARICE BENEDICT Cornwall Secretarial Course Nance Tall and irresistible, IN fully justified the judgme the boys who chose her a: of our Junior Prom attenc When she graduates, she ' to do secretarial work. Intramurals I, 2, Girls' I us lg Pep Club 1, 2, 3, IS Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4, junio sembly, junior Prom At ant, NORTHWEST COR 2, 3, Sophomore Cor Party, Homeroom Treasu. Secretary 2, Dramatic Cl' Secretarv 4: WHITE OA OHN RANDOLPH BERTI Salisbury Classical Course Big John Happy birthday, Big John! football hero and three-letter an, John is also a serious and ird-working student. arsity Football 1, 2, 3, Co- ptain 4g JV Basketball 1, 23 arsity Basketball 3, 4, Var- :y Baseball 2, 3, 45 V2l1'S1fY lub 2, 3, Vice-president 45 rchestra 23 Dance Band 1, 2, Dance Band 33 Senior Ball J-chairman, Junior Prom Jmmittee, Nutmeg Boys ate, Senior Playg National onor Society. DOUGLAS KNOWLTON BLACK North Canaan Vocational Agriculture Course Doug Doug leaves the walls of Regional, undaunted but not undented. In his senior year he traveled to Chicago Ill., to represent the local chapter at an FFA safety convention. His favorite pastimes are work- ing on his car, fishing, watch- ing television, and eating. Allied Youth 2, 3g FFA l, 2, 3, 44 FFA Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4g Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4, Jun- ior Assemblyg Weight-Lifting Club 2, 3, Apparatus Club 4. l ,j i 1 .... p , THOMAS HAROLD BLAKEY Cornwall Industrial Arts Course Lou Unassuming and modest, Lou emerged as one of Region- al's best all-around athletes. He proved to be a valuable player on the varsity football team and was captain of the 1956 basketball team. Homeroom President 13 JV Basketball 1, 2, Varsity Bas- ketball 3, Captain 4, Varsity Football 3, 45 Varsity Club 3, 4g Intramurals 1, 2. MARYANN LOUISE BETTI Canaan Homemaking Course Nan Nan is a girl with many in- terests. She enjoys playing her guitar and likes to collect coins and old paper money. This has an interesting twist since she won the Curtis Publishing Co. prize of 350 in the senior magazine subscription drive. Gossip and short weekends seem to be her only peeves. Intramurals lg FHA 2, 3, 4. CAROL BOOKE Kent Secretarial Course Bookie Although Bookie did not lin our class until her junior rar, she quickly made friends id became one of us. In view ' her outstanding ability in ping and shorthand, it is not lrprising that she plans to at- nd a business school in Sep- mber. In her spare time she kes to listen to records, swim, ad, and cook. ' tansferred from Thomas Jef- rson High School, Brooklyn, . Y., in junior year. Drama- I Club 3g Allied Youth 33 1nioriAssemblyg Photography l.. . 5 dit I I. 4 X . ,. , A1 ID' 'P' li I . Q, I it I X. I , ?- . HARRY WARD BOYLES, JR. Canaan General Course Harry Sincere and easy-going, Harry is a willing worker and a reliable friend. He dislikes time tests in math, but has plenty of patience when pur- suing his hobbies of photog- raphy and making model air- planes. Intramurals 1, 25 AVA 2, 3, 4g Dramatic Club 35 Junior As- semblyg Orchestra 1, 3, 45 Band 1, 3, 45 Airplane Model Club lg National Honor So- CICCV. JESSE HENRY BRANCHE, JR. Salisbury General Course len Jess is always quick with a smile or a slap on the back. His agility and speed made him a valuable member of the track and football teams. If you hear a small plane circling in the sky on a clear day, it's bound to be Jess really enjoy- ing himself. Airplane Model Club lg Var- sity Track 2, 3, 4g JV Football 2g Varsity Football 3, 4g Intra- murals l, 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth 31 Varsity Club 3, 4g Mixed Chorus 4. WILLIAM EARL BRECHER Cornwall General Course Doc Joining our class in his sen- ior year, Earl lost no time be- coming involved in school af- fairs, especially in debating. Listening to classical music on his Hi-Fi set, plucking out tunes on his guitar, or just re- laxing with a book rank high among his leisure-time activi- ties. Transferred from Leonia High School, Leonia, N. J., in senior year. Debating Club 43 Chess Club 43 WHITE OAK. STUART BRICKMAN Salisbury General Course Stu Stu has a sense of humor that often leads him into some sort of mischief. When he is not on duty in his father's store, he is in pursuit of apple pie or a place to swim. He spends hours swimming in Wononscopomuc and wants to join the Navy. Transferred from Searles High School, Great Barrington, in junior year. Allied Youth 3, 45 lintramurals 33 Apparatus Club ELIZABETH ANNA BRANDT Sharon General Course Liz Liz is quite an active around school, she enjoys r driving, skating, swimm and collecting hillbilly recc Her ambition is to have a of her own and an int swimming pool. Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, M. Chorus 1, 2g Girls' Choru 2, 3g Girls' Choir 43 Orchc I, 2, 3, 4g String Ensembl Pep Club lg Intramurals 1 Junior Assembly, Latin C 2g Roman Banquet 2. ,f ' DONALD PETER BROWN Salisbury Industrial Arts Course Donny Hunting and trapping over the wide open spaces of Mount Riga and Ore Hill oc- cupy Donny's leisure hours. When he isn't out beating the brush for game, he's at the First National beating his way through packages of groceries. Tall guys annoy him, but he can lick twice his weight in giants. Intramurals 1, 25 JV Baseball 1, 23 Allied Youth 3, 4, Pep Club 1. THOMAS MICHAEL BYRNES, JR. Kent Classical Course Tom Tom has been especially tive in Dramatic Club pez mances. He's happy in a. sp car or behind the pages + good book. Pep Club lg Dramatic Clu 2, 3, 43 Drama Festival l 3g Freshman Art Clubg Ht room President lg Intramn lg NORTHWEST CORI 2, 33 Le Cercle Francais 4, l meg Boys' State, Roman I quet 35 Christmas Assembl Junior Assembly, Senior l WHITE OAK. JOHN SHARP BARNES Salisbury General Course jack ,lack has the honor of being 2 latest addition to our sen- r class. Although he couldn't fitted in alphabetically in is section of the yearbook, r johnny-come-lately is no as welcome. We are glad to ve him complete his high 1001 education with us. 'ansferred from Troy High hool, Troy, N. Y., in senior ar. Allied Youth 45 Intra- urals 4. JANE ELLEN CANFIELD Canaan Classical Course Jaycee With her sunny disposition and cooperative spirit, Jane has been prominent in numer- ous school activities. Freshman Art Club I5 Girls' Glee Club I5 Dramatic Club 1, 2, 35 Latin Club 3, Vice- president 45 Le Cercle Fran- cais 3, Vice-president 45 NORTHWEST CORNER 2, Advertising Manager 35 WHITE OAK5 Sophomore Corridor Party Committee5 junior Assembly Committeeg Photography Club 45 Debating Club 45 Science Club 35 Rom- an Banquet 2, 35 Senior Play. ROGER BARNUM CLAPP Salisbury Classical Course Rag An outstanding scholar, Rog has been a great credit to our class. Well-known for his hobby of bird watching, he plans to become an ornitholo- gist. In the magazine cam- paign, he led the class as top salesman. Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 45 Chess Club 1, 35 Science Club 3, 45 NORTHWEST CORNER 3, 45 Airplane Model Club lg National Honor Society5 Salu- tatorian5 winner of National Merit Scholarship to Cornell. JOSEPHINE LOUISE CAMBRIDGE Salisbury Homemaking Course Iorie Always in a good mood, Josie can be counted on to brighten up any situation with her laughter. She was especi- ally prominent in the activities of the local chapter of the Fu- ture Homemakers of America. She enjoys music a la Rock 'n Roll and loves to kick up her heels on a dance floor. Intramurals 2, 35 FHA Treas- urer 2, Secretary 4. JOHN WOLFE CLARK Salisbury General Course Pepper Pepper spends most of his -are time at the Great Bar- igton Airport where he Drks on airplanes and prac- res the instrumental and tech- cal points of aviation in a percruiser N2969M. Al- ady a licensed pilot, he is lining himself for a future ith commercial airlines or e Air Force. ransferred from the Salisbury hool, Salisbury, Conn., in phomore year, Allied Youth 3, 45 Barbersharpers 4. JANE ELIZABETH CLYBURN Salisbury General Course My 1ay's sparkling personality has enlivened many activities. Junior Band I5 Senior Band 1, 2, 4, Secretary 35 Orchestra l, 2, 3, 45 Dramatic Club l, 2, 3,45 Pep Club 1, 2. 35 Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 45 Dedication Chorus 25 Litchfield County Music Festival I, 2, 45 Home- room Secretary 1, Vice-presi- dent 25 junior Assembly5 Jun- ior Prom Attendant5 Sopho- more Corrodor Party Commit- tee5 WHITE OAK. SARA ANN CONLON Goshen General Course Sac Dark-haired Sara is one of the two Goshen students who remained in our class after W a m o g o Regional High School opened at Litchfield. Her many friends are glad that she stayed to graduate with them. She is happiest when she is in a car with a fast driver, listening to anything but hill- billy music on the radio. Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4, Pep Club lg Latin Club Z5 Intra- murals l, 2, 3. HARRIET FRANCES CURTIS North Canaan General Course Harriet Always smiling and friendly, Harriet hopes to be a nurse. Her favorite pastimes are read- ing, dancing, and listening to her collection of hillbilly rec- ords. Especially interested in sports, she elects basketball as her favorite. She has been an enthusiastic booster for Allied Youth. Pep Club 1, 2, 33 Allied Youth 2, 3, Delegate to Buck Hill Falls 4g Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 43 Allied Youth Dance Commit- tee 3. JERRY JAMES CORCORAN Salisbury General Course C ork Cork did a stint at Oliver Wolcott, but we're glad he re- turned to the Regional fold. He has been especially active in the recreational program for teen-agers at Salisbury's new lakeside community center. Transferred from Oliver Wol- cott Technical School, Torring- ton, Conn., in sophomore year. Allied Youth 2, 3, 45 Civics Club Treasurer lg Junior As- sembly, Apparatus Club 4. JOHN JAMES CORNA, JR. North Canaan Industrial Arts Course Butch John seems to be at peace with the world. Outside of school, he likes to read a good murder mystery or exercise his talent for drawing. Undaunted by blizzards, he just dons a pair of slats and goes skiing. When the ice is good, he is the hrst to make his mark on the glassy surface. Intramurals lg Freshman Art Clubg Art Service Club 35 Junior Assembly. THOMAS EUGENE COK Kent General Course Tommy Tommy has a jovial, ca manner that has won many friends. He has I active in Regional's ath program, and also plays Kent's community base team. He has taken a leac part in organizing teen-age tivities in his home town. most nothing on the sp page escapes him. Homeroom Vice-president 2, President 35 Intramural 2, 3, 4, JV Baseball lg Vat Football 3, 45 Senior Play. w 'F 5 --.aw .s1Q- . - JACQUELINE EMMANUELLE DE MARCKEN Salisbury General Course Jackie Pert and peppery Jack came to us from Belgium. H lively ways and quick wit mal her fun to know. Dites-moi says Jackie, why are my p peeves, cats, always aroundE She hopes to become a teachc Transferred from Notre Dan de Loverval, Charleroi, Bc gium, in freshman year. Junii Assembly, Future Teachers I America 4, WHITE OAK. NANCY NEAL DEVAUX Kent Classical Course Dezfo Always busy doing some- hing, Devo still never fails to nake the honor roll. vlixed Chorus 15 Girls' Chor- is 15 Pep Club 1, 25 Allied Youth Z5 Intramurals 1, 3, 45 jhristmas Assembly 15 Latin Ilub 2, 4, President 3g Le Iercle Francais 3, President 45 Science Club 35 Photography :lub 45 Roman Banquet 2, 3: I-Iomeroom Treasurer 1, 39 Iunior Assembly5 NORTH- WEST CORNER 3, Feature Editor 45 WHITE OAK5 Sen- .or Playg National Honor So- :iety. KATHLEEN MAE EGAN Sharon General Course Kathy Quiet but fun-loving, Kathy spends much of her time at home in an easy chair. exercis- ing her talents with the knit- ting needles. She also likes the movies. Whenever she sees a Ere-engine-red convertible, she responds with the same ela- tion as if she had just seen her beloved Dodgers emerge vic- torious from a crucial game. Mixed Chorus I, 3, 45 Girls' Chorus 15 Pep Club 3g Intra- murals 3, 4. 1 PHYLLIS FRANCES DOWER North Canaan Classical Course Play! Phyl's hair is red, but her temper is cool. A busy and friendly gal, she wants to be 3. f1LlI'SC. Freshman Art Club 15 Pep Club I, 25 Latin Club 2, 3, Secretary 45 Science Club 35 Photography Club Vice-presi- dent 4g NORTHWEST COR- NER 3, 45 Sophomore Corri- dor Party Committeeg Junior Assemblyg Intramurals l, Z, 3, 45 Art Service Club 45 Roman Banquet 2, 35 National Honor Society. LEOLA MAE DWY Kent General Course Lee Hailing from Macedonia, one of Kent's many suburbs, Lee is the kind of girl who gets things done in any activity she undertakes. She has also been an honor student throughout her four years of high school. Some lucky em- ployer is going to get a first- rate bookkeeper when Lee goes job-hunting. FHA 15 Allied Youth 2, 35 Pep Club 1, 25 Mixed Chorus 15 Homeroom Secretary 15 WHITE OAK5 National Hon- or Society. ELLEN GLADYS DOTY Canaan General Course Ellen Quiet but always willing to lend a helping hand, Ellen is the only senior who has lived close enough to be able to walk to and from school. This has been tough because she loves to sleep and hates early morning classes. Music, es- pecially Glenn Miller records, and all kinds of sports com- prise her principal interests. Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 45 Girls' Chorus 15 Allied Youth 3, 45 Intramurals I, 2, 3, 45 Pep Club 1, 2, 3. Iii girl 3 1 CAROLYN ANN EIBY North Canaan General Course Carolyn Carolyn's charm and indust- ry have made her a leader in the class of '56. Mixed Chorus 15 Intramurals l, 25 Latin Club 25 Le Cercle Francais 45 Allied Youth 33 NORTHWEST CORNER Makeup Editor 3, 45 junior Prom Attendantg Junior As- sembly5 Roman Banquet 25 Sophomore Corridor Party Committee5 National Honor Society. AUDREY ANN FALTERMEIER Cornwall General Course Nicky Although Audrey joined our class in her junior year, she soon became one of the gang. Her principal interests are scientific. Transferred from A. B. Davis High School, Mount Vernon, N. Y., in junior year. Le Cercle Francais Treasurer 33 Science Club 33 Science Night 3, NORTHWEST CORNER 3, 4g Laurel Girls' State 33 Dra- matic Club 4g Chess Club 4g Senior Play. - N JAMES JOHN GHIDOSSI North Canaan General Course jim Tall, dark and handsome, jim is another fellow of the outdoor type who Finds out rural area ideal for hunting and Hshing, With his Hne physical prowess and fighting spirit, he proved to be a valu- able member of the varsity football team this year. Allied Youth lg Boys' Art Club 1, 23 Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 43 JV Baseball 13 Varsity Foot- ball 3, 4g Photography Club 4. PETER VICTOR FULCO North Canaan General Course Philco Pete is a loyal and conscien- tious fellow who does his duty by his school but loves to hunt and fish. His outdoor activities at Regional have been carried out on the gridiron and the track Held. He also enjoys swimming and skating. Homeroom Treasurer 2g Soph- omore Corridor Party Coinmit- teeg Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4g Varsity Track 1, 2, 3, 43 JV Football 2, Varsity Football 3, 4, Xarsity Club 4, AVA 1, 2, 3, . PAULA JANE GAVELL Sharon General Course Gravel A dignified and friendly girl, Paula plans to train as a child nurse and hopes some day to help handicapped children. Stamp collecting is her hobby. She also enjoys skating, skiing, and listening to records. Her pet peeve is the person who goes around with a chip on his shoulder. Girls' Chorus lg Mixed Chorus l, 4, Allied Youth 35 Pep Club 31 Intramurals 3. ANTONIO FEBBRORIELLO North Canaan Classical Course Tony An enterprising young bus nessman, Tony is happiest i his off-hours tramping throug the woods with his huntin dog. He likes all kinds of an mals so much that he woul like to be a veterinarian. P. I He also has a weakness ft beautiful girls and pizza. Homeroom President lg AV, 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity Club 45 Ii tramurals 1, 2, 3, 4, JV Bas4 ball lg JV Football 3, Varsil Baseball 2, 3. A ...inf-rift, CATEE TALCOTT GOLD Cornwall Classical Course Kaie Neat, well-mannered Kat is always on hand to do th hard work necessary to mak a school project a success. Sh plans to attend a junior cof lege. Intramurals lg Girls' Chorus I Mixed Chorus 1, 21 Pep Clu 25 Latin Club 2, Dramati Club 2, 3, 45 NORTHWES' CORNER 5, 4g Hometoor Secretary 23 junior Assembly Junior Prom Committee, Rc man Banquet 2, 3g Apparatu Club 4, WHITE OAK. JANE GOTTSCHALK Sharon General Course 3-D Good-humored Jane reveal- ed one of her many talents vith her unforgettable dance it our Junior Assembly. She s also a dog fancier of note. -let purebred collies have won nany ribbons and are now eli- gible for the Madison Square Harden show. Sirls' Glee Club 13 Latin Club lice-president 23 Sophomore Iorridor Party Committeeg unior Assembly3 Dramatic :lub 4g Roman Banquet 2g ienior Play Scenery Commit- ee Chairman. FREDERICK DUDLEY GRISWOLD Goshen General Course F red Fred's sincerity and deep sense of responsibility have made him an outstanding member of our class. Freshman Art Clubg Intramur- als 1, 2, 3, 43 JV Baseball 23 ramatic Club 3j AVA 1, 2, 3, Foreman 43 Sophomore Corri- dor Party Co-chairmang Junior Assembly Chairmang Home- room Treasurer 1, President 2g Class Vice-president 3, Treas- urer 43 Student Council 3, 43 Football Manager 2. ,N if BARBARA JEAN GRIFFIN Cornwall General Course Bobbie Bobbie is fond of outdoor sports and spends much of her time skating or swimming. When her school work is done, she is glad to go to the movies or a dance. Candy is one of her weaknesses and cooking one of her hobbies. Transferred from Torrington High School, Torrington, Conn., in junior year. NORTHWEST CORNER 33 Allied Youth 3, 43 Art Service Club 43 Intramurals 4. JOHN CARL GORDON Canaan General Course ,lack Jack combines interests in industrial arts, sports, and att. He spends much of his free time painting, especially in oils. During the summer his favorite recreation is playing baseball. Among his other hobbies are collecting jazz rec- ords and guns. Conscientious target practice has made him quite adept at lining up the sights. Art Club 1, 23 Intramurals I, 2, 3, 4. XX VERGNE ANTHONY HARVEY Salisbury Industrial Arts Course Fri! Frir is one of our most cap- le and versatile musicians. 'hen he isn't making music, may be out hunting in the ck hills of Salisbury. Pho- zraphy and aviation are two mer hobbies which occupy s time, He has a sly sense of mor. rplane Model Club 13 Dance nd l, 2, 3, 43 Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 43 All-State Chorus 43 'chestra l, 2, 3, Librarian 43 nd 1, 2, 3, 43 Barbersharpers fi 4' r KENNETH GEORGE HALEY Sharon Industrial Arts Course Kenny Kenny quickly made friends at Regional and proved to be a valuable addition to the vat- sity basketball team. Unfor- tunately, there is no scholastic competition in tennis, a sport in which he excels. One of his more sedentary pleasures is attending the movies. Transferred from Mt. Kisco High School, Mt. Kisco. N. Y., in junior year. Varsity Bas- ketball 3, 43 Intramurals 3, 43 Photography Club 4. MARJATTA HERPOLA Sharon General Course Iatti American Field Service Scholarship Exchange Student from Helsinki, Finland, Jatti has been an ideal ambassador of good will. Dignilied and modest, she has spoken before many civic groups about her native land. An honor student, she will receive a diploma from Regional, but will have two more years of high school in Finland before going to col- lege. It was wonderful know- ing you, Jatti! WHITE OAK. All ARLEEN LILLIAN JOHNSON Canaan Homemaking Course Dilly Arleen and her twin sister, Claire, made the trek to Reg- ional from Sharon until they moved to Falls Village this past year. One of out outstand- ing homemakers, Arleen is in- terested in sewing, flowers, and her collection of cat and dog pictures. She likes to go ice skating, swimming, and fish- ing in her spare time. Allied Youth 2, 3, Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4, Girls' Chorus 1, 2, Junior Assembly, Photography Club 4. CLAIRE MARIE JOHNSON Canaan Homemaking Course Clambell Claire, the other half of the Johnson twins, is interested in baseball, basketball, skating, and swimming. Drawing and painting are her hobbies. She is usually found listening to or telling jokes, and of course she is usually found with her twin. Allied Youth 2, 3, Freshman Art Club, Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4, Girls' Chorus 1, 2, Junior Assembly, Homeroom Vice- president 3, Photography Club 4. STANLEY WILLIAM JENNINGS Kent Industrial Arts Course Stub Stub will be remembe for his ability to crack a rel ing joke at a tense momc His hobbies are photograr and chess. He not only shc talent as a chess player, but also keeps the meetings liv with his sense of humor. I shares honors with John Kc for reviving the yo-yo cr: this spring. Science Club 3, 4, Chess Cl 3, Secretary-treasurer 4, Pl tography Club President Senior Play. MAUREEN ANN JOHNSON Sharon General Course Rags Gliding around on her ice skates in the brisk winter sun- shine is Rag's most cherished pastime. She also plays the accordion very well, and spends much time practicing when she isn't improving her collection of miniatures. Another hobby is photography. In the sum- mer the loudest cheer from the stands at a baseball game is sure to be hers. Mixed Chorus 1, Allied Youth 2, Photography Club 4. I HAROLD ELLSWORTH JONES Salisbury Industrial Arts Course Jonesy Jonesy has been state juni ski champion and this year e tered the big time in ski met all over the country. We pl dict that some day he will a candidate for the Olymt team. He also enjoys huntir fishing, trapping, and worki on his hot rod. He has keen sense of humor and well liked by his fellow stu ents. Airplane Model Club 2, PI tography Club 4, Allied You LINDA CAROL KELSEY Sharon Classical Course Lin Vivacious Lin is an out- rnding student and an able rss leader. ixed Chorus 1, 2, 33 Girls' iorus I, 2, Orchestra 1, 2, :dication Chorus 2, Latin ub Treasurer 25 Science Club Pep Club 2, Dramatic Club 2, Debating Club 4g DRTHWEST CORNER 3, Class Secretary 35 Student muncil 43 junior Prom 'ownbearerg junior Assem- yg Laurel Girls' State, Roman ,nquet 2, 33 Christmas As- nbly lg WHITE OAK, Sen- : Play, National Honor So- rtyg Valedictorian. A . X BETTY ANNE LABBAY Sharon General Course Annie Betty is another one of Reg- ional's ardent hillbilly fans as evidenced by her record collec- tion. Athletics, both the in- door and outdoor variety, con- stitute other major interests. She finds ample time to relax with a good book or to take off for the movies. Pep Club lg Allied Youth 2, Photography Club 4. -IERBERT WEBB LEE Salisbury Industrial Arts Course H erb .n outstanding trackman. b participated in the 440- l dash and the shot put. 'ing his spare time he en- hunting, and likes to de- and construct model air- res. Other hobbies that xpy his leisure time are iping - up old cars and ning pace with new hill- 1 tunes. ss Club 2, Intramurals 2, lg Varsity Track 2, 3, 45 i 2, 3, Vice-president 4. 8 MICHAEL PETER LECLERC Sharon Industrial Arts Course Alike Mike has taken a leading part in most of the musical ac- tivities of the school. He and his trombone have been faith- ful participants in school con- certs, parades, and the Salis- bury Band. Airplane Model Club lg Jun- ior Band l, 2, Manager 3, Sen- ior Band I, 2, 3, 4, Orchestra 1, 2, 3, President 4, Dance Band 1, 2, 3, 41 Mixed Chorus l ,2, 3, Librarian 43 AVA 1, 2, 3, 4, All-State Chorus 45 Litchfield County Music Festi- val I, 3. JOHN OSCAR KOPF Cornwall General Course john will be remembered as bounding down the corri- dors with his brief case clutch- ed tight in hand and swinging wildly behind him. When he isn't tinkering with a short- wave dial, he may be playing chess. His favorite haunt was the chemistry store room where his chemical mixtures produced some weird effects. His ambition is to build a robot to work for him so that he can have more time for reading his science fiction magazines. Chess Club 3, 43 Science Club 3, 4. CLAIRE MABEL LEFFINGWELL North Canaan Classical Course PII!!-ll Music seems to play an im- portant part in Claire's life, and she spends much of her time listening to popular mu- sic. She is un expert seam- stress who has garnered several 4-H prizes for dressmaking. Dramatic Club l, 2, 3, 4g NORTHWEST CORNER I, 2, 3, 43 Mixed Chorus l, 2, 31 Latin Club 2, 4, Junior Assem- blyg Pen and Scroll 2: Science Club 3: WHITE OAK. ROBERT ERIC LEIS North Canaan Industrial Arts Course B011 A quiet, good-natured fel- low, Bob likes most of all to go hunting. He also enjoys sleeping, eating, collecting stamps, and just fooling around. He will be especially remembered for his chicken- dressing job in Country Living class when he began to pluck the feathers before he realized the bird was very much alive. Chess Club 1, 53 Homeroom Secretary 2, AVA 2, Allied Youth 3, 4, Art Service Club 3, Airplane Model Club 1. -iii' RUTH EVELYN LINDBERGH Kent Homemaking Course Ruthie Ruthie's activities show how interested she is in art in gen- eral and drawing in particular. In the homemaking depart- ment Ruthie will definitely be missed. We hope that she studied her driver education well because one of her favor- ite pastimes is driving. She also likes movies and roller- skating. Freshman Art Club, Intramur- als l, 2, Art Service Club 2, 3, 4, Photography Club 4. VIOLET ANN MAC NEIL Sharon General Course Mickey Mickey is one of the most athletic girls in the senior class. She doesn't seem to favor one particular sport, maybe that is because she is so good at them all. When she is not partici- pating in some kind of sports, she is usually either dancing or singing. Mixed Chorus 2, Girls' Chor- us 2, Intramurals 2, 3, 4, Bas- ketball Cheerleader, JV 3, Var- sity 4, Allied Youth 3, 4, Pep Club l, 2, 3. F' 1 . THERESA JOYCE LUCIER Cornwall General Course Trere Trese's main asset is her ability to enjoy herself at all times. She is endowed with a cheerful personality and a striking appearance. Trese en- joys dancing and the movies a great deal but is willing to compromise for a good tele- vision program. She is also interested in drawing and swimming. Mixed Chorus I, Intramurals I, 2, 3, 4, Art Service Club 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, NORTH- WEST CORNER 3, Home- room Vice-president 2. CONSTANCE DORIS LEONARD North Canaan Homemaking Course Connie Always fooling, Cont spends her spare time pursui: her favorite pastimes of eatir loafing, and talking on t telephone. Her weaknesses a food and television. She is 1 ways ready for a good tit and enjoys the company other people. Her hobbies i clude movies, dancing, swir ming, and skating. Intramurals 1, 2, 3, Mix Chorus 1, FHA 2, Alli Youth 2, 3, Junior Assembl Pep Club 1, 2, 3. fl PATRICIA ANNE MANSFIELD Canaan General Course Pat Par is one of the liveli girls in school. Her unlimi energy is always sure to liw up the day. She is interes in a number of different thir among which are danci writing poems, sports, and 1 of all kinds. Transferred from Torring High School in freshman ya Mixed Chorus l, 2, Drama Club l, 2, 3, Allied Youth Intramurals 3, 4, Pep Club Homeroom Vice-president MARY ELIZABETH MATHER North Canaan Homemaking Course Mather Mary will be remembered for her wonderful sense or hu- mor. She has a smile for every- one and a joke for every pre- dicament. She is especially .left with brush and palette. Freshman Art Club5 Art Ser- vice Club 2, 35 Pep Club I5 Latin Club 25 Girls' Chorus 1, Z, 35 Girls' Choir 45 Mixed Chorus 3, 45 Dedication Chor- is 25 Litchfield County Music Festival 35 Dramatic Club l, Z, 3. 45 Laurel Girls' State5 Senior Play Stage Manager. -4 11' , f 1 ..- ' , ' 'fri DONALD STUART MERCER Salisbury Classical Course Don Don's avid interest in golf is to be expected since his father was for many years the pro at the Hotchkiss Golf Course. Quiet and serious in his ways, Don enjoys reading, chess, and track. Outside of school hours, his favorite pas- time, next to golf, is sleeping. Allied Youth 3, 45 Sophomore Corridor Party Committee5 Chess Club 3, 45 Public Speak- ing Club 25 Track 3, 4. i BARBARA ANN MONROE North Canaan Classical Course Barb Barb is a studious girl, ex- tremely neat in appearance ind gentle in her ways. In her quiet way she has consistently Deen a credit to our class. Her favorite pastime is reading, ind her hobby is painting. Her rctive participation in 4-H work accounts for her skill at cnitting and sewing. ntramurals 15 Latin Club Sec- 'etary 15 Mixed Chorus I, 3, I5 Roman Banquet 25 Christ- nas Assembly 15 National -Ionor Society. x. VC PAULA ELIZABETH MONI Canaan General Course Red With her lovely auburn hair and comely face, Paula has been very popular with her classmates. Dance Band l, 2, 3, 45 Mixed Chorus I, Secretary 45 Orches- tra I, 2, 3, 45 Band l, 2, 3, Secretary 45 junior Band 15 Laurel Music Camp 33 Litch- field County Music Festival 1 35 Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 45 Al- lied Youth 2, 35 Homeroom Treasurer 35 Class Secretary 45 Pep Club 25 junior Prom At- tendant5 junior Assembly Committee. s ,. -5.35, FRANCIS ,IOHN McCANN Sharon Classical Course Moe Though not the shortest boy in the senior class, Frank has good reason to consider tall people among his pet peeves. He is the outdoor type, with a strong preference for winter sports. It has been his ambi- tion to be a forest ranger. He likes to tinker with cars, play cards, and work on model air- planes. Airplane Model Club I5 Intra- murals l, 25 Science Club 3: Chess Club 3, 45 junior As- sembly. , Vx V 5'-5 ie was :--7ir.'l PATRICIA YVONNE MURPHY North Canaan Homemaking Course Pat If you see a green '49 Buick and hear hillbilly music issu- ing from it, you can almost be sure that Pat is in the car. In addition to singing, Pat likes ice skating and swimming - in season, of course. In home- making class, where she shines, she has demonstrated unusual ability in cooking and sewing. Mixed Chorus l, 2, 35 Girls' Chorus I, 25 Girls' Choir 45 Dramatic Club I, 2, 3. 45 Al- lied Youth 3. SUSAN MARY OLIVER Kent Classical Course Sue Sue is a whiz in math, es- pecially algebra. While she has been editor-in-chief of the NORTHWEST CORNER the past two -years, the quality of the school paper has surpassed all expectations. Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 33 Girls' Chorus lg Dramatic Club l, 2, 3g NORTHWEST CORNER Editor-in-Chief 3, 43 Pen and Scroll 2, junior Assembly, All- State Chorus 33 Dedication Chorus 23 Senior Play, Nation- al Honor Society. MARGARET ELLEN PARMALEE Canaan Homemaking Course Margo If you want to buy a pair of earrings and don't know what kind fits you best, go to our earring expert, Margo. She has quite a collection to show you, and if you offer her a big ice cream sundae, she might let you see her beautiful treasures. Margo also likes to write let- ters and listen to Rock 'n Roll music. She has always been in favor of longer weekends. Dramatic Club lg FHA His- torian 2, 3, Girls' Chorus 4. SALLY LOUISE ONGLEY Salisbury - General Course Peanut A petite and demure lass, Sally has centered her activities in the FHA and has trained herself to become an expert homemaker. She has been a quiet, conscientious student who goes about her business in an unobtrusive but capable manner. Outside of school, she is interested in square dancing and listening to the radio. FHA 1, 2, Vice-president 33 Intramurals 1, 2g Girls' Choir 4. KENNETH ROBERT PAINE Salisbury Industrial Arts Course Ken Ken's talents follow mech- anical lines. He gets a kick out of tearing apart an old relic and re-assembling it with some a d d e cl attractions. Usually quiet and reserved, he proved to be such a threat on the lift- ing end of the bar-bells that he gave up weight lifting in favor of working in the dark room. Intramurals lg Weight-Lifting Club 2, Photography Club 4. ANDREW STEPHEN OLSON Kent Vocational Agriculture Cour Andy Andy's small stature does: keep him from being one the big shots in the Ag E pattment. His farming abili has been recognized by tl numerous awards he has wt in contests ranging from mil ing cows to raising vegetable Besides keeping up with k regular farm chores, he lint time to do much reading, pastime he especially enjoys. FFA I, Sentinel 2, Treasur 3, President 4. H MARIE ELIZABETH PARMALEE Canaan Homemaking Course De-De Quiet and freedom-lovin Marie is always willing to he other people. Among her fa orite pastimes are skating ai swimming, she seems to enii outdoor life. Marie and h twin sister, Margaret, are mong the three sets of twins the senior class. One of II De's pet peeves is gossip. Mixed Chorus lg Drama Club lg Girls' Choir 4. SABINA ELIZABETH PARSONS Salisbury Homemaking Course Biney Biney has been one of our istling homemakers, but she s every intention of seeing e world before she settles iwn to make a home of her m. Her present plans include hitch in the armed services, obably the Waves. She is terested in basketball, base- ll, hillbilly records, clothes, d maple walnut sundaes. Jmeroom Secretary I, FHA esident 1, 2, Treasurer 3, .nd I, Pep Club I, Intra- Jrals 2. DOROTHY CROOKS PETTIT Sharon General Course Do-D0 You might have a hard time finding Dorothy in a hurry. She has so many pastimes, you wouldn't know where to look first. She enjoys swimming, dancing, popular music, bas- ketball, and stock car races. If you don't find her following one of these interests, you may find her eating apple pie. Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth Dance Committee 3, Mixed Chorus l, 2, Girls' Chorus I, 2, Girls' Choir 4, Pep Club 1, 2, 3. 1 MARY CAROLYN PITCHER Sharon Classical Course Red Ever since her freshman r, Red has been an outstand- school citizen. A most at- :tive junior Prom Queen, has been the personifica- 1 of school spirit. ied Youth 2, Vice-president Girls' Chorus I, 2, Mixed arus I, 2, Student Council 2, 3, Secretary 4, Laurel -ls' State, D. A. R. Award, iior Prom Queen, Intramur- I, 2, 3, Pep Club I, 2, 3, rsgy Cheerleader 2, 3, Cap- 1 . x X . M-- funn JACK PEYRON Sharon General Course lark jack's chief talent lies in his exceptional ability in design- ing and painting. He has done himself proud in his fine per- formances in HVRHS drama- tic productions. Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3, Vice- president 4, Freshman Art Club Vice-president, Latin Club 4, Secretary 3, Le Cercle Francais 4, Junior Prom Com- mittee, Drama Festival 2, 3, Roman Banquet 35 Junior As- sembly, Senior Play. Sl fi. DOLORES HELEN PERRY North Canaan Secretarial Course Lorie Lorie has been a loyal friend to all. Outside of school hours she works in Kauttu's where she makes such good milk shakes that she drinks them herself. She plans to enter Morse Business College in Hartford in September. Pep Club 1, 2, 3, Intramurals 1, 2, 3: NORTHWEST COR- NER Exchange Editor 3, 4, Al- lied Youth 3, junior Assem- bly, Sophomore Corridor Party Committee, Homeroom Presi- dent 1. - ii I1 1, I EE-J 1 s T V.- , , S ..,,gI9 r ,. 1 i . y X 4 A ! , ,. q,,,1rx:x .. - ,f- .tg ,.,y if --I 1 3 35, - fpwx' If' Q A AGNES EMILY PRAUSE Sharon General Course Aggie Very active in Allied Youth, Agnes has often sold programs at basketball games. She was also a delegate to the Buck Hill Falls Conference in her senior year. She is an enthusiast in trying out new recipes, a hob- by which reflects her domestic interests. She plans to enter nurse's training. Girls' Chorus I, 2, Mixed Chorus I, 2, 35 Girls' Choir 4, Allied Youth 3, 4, Pep Club 3, Intramurals 2, 4, Roman Banquet 2, 3. BARCLAY WARD PRINDLE Sharon General Course Bark Bark has been one of our most prominent athletes. In his senior year he led our foot- ball team as co-captain. He likes to spend his free time fixing cars with Jacques Tomp- kins. Allied Youth 25 Sophomore Corridor Party Committeeg Junior Prom Committee5 Var- sity Club 2, 3, President 45 In- tramurals 1, 2, 3, 45 Varsity Basketball 3: JV Baseball 1, Varsity 2, 3, 45 Varsity Foot- ball 1, 2, 3, Co-captain 4. A I 9 to ' 9 MARLENE HOWLAND RUNDALL Kent General Course Marlene One of Kent's busiest baby- sitters, Marlene is a good sport with an unfailing sense of hu- mor. She likes to knit and em- broider, or just sit and watch television. She obiects violent- ly to people who tease her, but we doubt that she is seriously upset, for she has always been cheerful and cooperative. Pep Club 1, 25 Girls' Chorus 1, 25 Intramurals 1, 2, 39 Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 45 Orch- estra 1, 3, 4. DAVID MALCOLM RILEY Sharon General Course Riley Dave's superb art work ap- pears everywhere in the school. His witty, congenial, and well- rounded personality has made him a leader of our class. Homeroom President 1, 33 In- tramurals 1, 25 Freshman Att Club 15 Art Service Club 2, 33 Student Council 1, 2, 3, Vice- president 45 JV Baseball 1, 25 Varsity Baseball 3, 45 NORTHWEST CORNER 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 35 Junior Class Treasurer 45 Varsity Club 45 WHITE OAK Art Editor5 ELIZABETH CORA ROTE North Canaan Classical Course Bets Quiet but mischievous, Bets is uncertain about her future, but with her good marks and ambitious nature she is sure to be successful. To travel far and wide, especially to Hawaii, is her one wish. Skiing, skat- ing, swimming, and driving consume her spare hours if she has any left after studying so hard to make the honor roll. Mixed Chorus 15 Pep Club 1, 25 Intramurals 25 Allied Youth 2, 35 Sophomore Corridor Party Committee. National Honor Society. GARY ALLAN PULVEI North Canaan Classical Course Tarzan Gary has been seen in . merous dramatic productif at Regional. His intellig and interesting characteri tions have included the H Lama in Lori Horizon, A rocles in Androcle: and Lion, and Ronnie Winslow The Winslow Boy Dramatic Club 1, 2, Treasu 3, 4, NORTHWEST cc NER 33 Chess Club Treasu 3, Vice-president 45 Scie Club 3, President 45 Sen Play. CAROLYN ANN SCHOFIELD Kent General Course Carolyn Gay and easy-going is a scription that fits Carolyn a glove. Although she cr: all kinds of food, she is of those lucky gals who doe have to count her calories. also loves the movies makes frequent trips to 1 Milford and Dover to see latest films. Pep Club 15 Girls' Choru Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 45 Ir murals 1, 25 Photography C 4. SHIRLEY ANN SCHREIBER Canaan Classical Course Shir! Shirley deserves a special vard for her service to Reg- nal's musical organizations. rl accomplished pianist, con- rntly called upon to accomp- iy other performers, she was ue of the first students to take vantage of the organ in- tlled in the auditorium. ixed Chorus 1, 2, Accomp- ist 3 ,-4, Dance Band 1, 2, 3 Girls' Chorus 1, Junior As- 'nblyg Christmas Assembly 1' 'chestra 1, 2, 3, 4, Band I 3, 4. s r v PETER MUHLENBERG SCHWAB Sharon Classical Course Pete A young man of strong con- victions, Pete was at his live- liest when arguing in history class. He gave a brilliant per- formance in the senior play. Latin Club 1, Pen and Scroll I, Dramatic Club 2, 3, Presi- dent 4, NORTHWEST COR- NER 2, 3, 4, Intramurals 23 Mixed Chorus 4, Dance Band 2, 3, Junior Assembly, Band 2, 3, Orchestra 3, Debating Club 4, Drama Festival 3, Senior Play, National Honor Society. FRANCIS PASIN SEGALLA North Canaan Classical Course Cbepola Quick-witted Chepola has an uncanny ability for making people laugh at the wrong time. His warm and friendly personality has made him fun to know. A well-informed sports enthusiast, he has work- ed hard in both varsity foot- ball and basketball. Varsity Club 3, 4, Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4, JV Baseball 1, 2, Varsity Baseball 3, 4, JV Bas- ketball 2, 3, JV Football 2, Varsity Football 3, 4, Home- room Treasurer 2. k if .ati WALTER LEWIS SCHREIBER North Canaan General Course Wal: A rugged, outdoor kind of fellow, Wa1t's favorite sport is football. He also enjoys looking at boats, guns, or girls. Custom-built cars are always a conversation piece with Walt who hopes to own one himself. His idea of a good time is either listening to a disc jockey show or taking a nice long walk in the woods. Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Intra- murals 1, 2, 3, 4, JV Football 2, Varsity Football 3, 4, Track 3. PAMELA SENIOR Salisbury Secretarial Course Pam Iurly-headed Pam is happi- when either square danc- or listening to hillbilly mu- A member of the baton- 'ling group as a sophomore, is remembered by most of 'or her lively strut and col- il performance. She plans we a secretary. K 1, Secretary 2, 3, Intra- 'als I, 2, Pep Club I, hman Art Club, Baton rlers 2, Sophomore Corri- Party Committee. . ll ELLERY WESTWOOD SINCLAIR Canaan Classical Course Woodr Woods has been the spark- plug both in rescuing the Jun- ior Assembly from oblivion and in editing the yearbook. Intramurals l, 2, 3, Mixed Chorus l, 2, 3, Barbersharpers 3, 4, Debating Club 3, Presi- dent 4, Senior Ball Co-chair- man, Junior Assembly Com- mittee, Dramatic Club 1, 2, WHITE OAK Editor-in-Chief, Chess Club 4, Junior Prom Committee, Homeroom Treas- nrer 3. ' iv 2 f tw 1 THERESA MARILYN SOLAN Salisbury Classical Course Tren Prominent in numerous ac- tivities, soft-spoken. She plans to become a teacher. Freshman Art Club lg Orches- tra I, 2, Intramurals I, 2g Christmas Assembly lg Latin Club President 2, Treasurer 35 NORTHWEST CORNER 3, 4, Science Club 33 Junior As- semblyg Laurel Girls' State, WHITE OAKg Dramatic Club 4, Future Teachers of America, Secretary 45 Roman Banquet 2, 3g Allied Youth 2g National Honor Society. CAROL EDNA SPADACCINI North Canaan Secretarial Course Si: An efficient typist and steno- grapher, Carol has served this year as Mrs. Wakefield's secre- tary. Carol is pleasant, consci- entious, and capable - the kind of person you like to have around. She has been a 4-H leader in North Canaan and an honor student at Reg- ional. Intramurals Ig Homeroom Sec- retary Ig Christmas Assembly lg Mixed Chorus 1, 3, 4g Soph- omore Corridor Party Commit- tee, National Honor Society. BARBARA JEAN SONDRINI North Canaan Secretarial Course Barb During vacations and any spare time she can grab, Barb may be seen swinging a golf club on the Canaan course. Level-headed and constructive in her own attitudes, she thinks people should learn to think for themselves. Mixed Chorus lg Pep Club l, 2, 33 Intramurals 1, 2g Allied Youth 2, 3, Junior Prom Com- mittee, junior Assembly Com- mittee, Football Cheerleader 4, WHITE OAK. NICHOLAS TEMPLI STACKELBERG North Canaan Classical Course Born in Berlin, Nick c to this country from war- Germany when he was sf He brought with him a cl sense of humor and a un ability to confuse almost eryone. Skating, swimn and chess are his favorite reations. NORTHWEST CORNEI 2, 3, Pen and Scroll 1,251 1, 2, 3, 43 Chess Club 1, P dent 3, 43 Debating Club I president 4, WHITE C Eusiness Managerg Intrami HOWARD MARSHALL STAPLETON North Canaan Industrial Arts Course Howie Howie is a quiet and steady fellow, always smiling and genuinely friendly. He likes everything about his iob in a Canaan store except washing and decorating the windows. Then he would rather be home listening to records or improv- ing his coin collection. He has done some beautiful cabinet work in the school shop. Allied Youth 2, 3, Council 4, Chess Club 4g Intramurals 1, 2g JV Football 2, 3g Varsity Baseball ManagerA2g Orchestra .2 r EMILY WELLS STEPHI Cornwall Classical Course Emme Vermont's loss was Re al's gain when the Step twins joined our class. A complished violinist, IE has already garnered sc awards in high school cc tirion. Transferred from Wi High, Windsor, Vt., in i year. Mixed Chorus 43 matic Club 4, Orchestra Allied Youth 33 NOI WEST CORNER Treasu WHITE OAK, junior Attendant, Junior Asse Orchestra 1' I All-Eastern 3 KATHERINE BOOK STEPHENS Cornwall Classical Course Kathie Poised, polished, and attrac- ve, Kathie can easily be Jotted in a crowd because of er long, brown pony tail. She dded beauty and an unexpect- :l histrionic ability to the sen- mr play. 'ransferred from Windsor ligh School, Windsor, Vt., in mior year. Mixed Chorus 45 IORTHWEST CORNER 3, 5 Dramatic Club 45 Allied 'outh 35 junior Prom Attend- 1t5 Junior Assembly, WHITE IAK5 Senior Play. SERALDINE ELAINE TRIPP Cornwall Classical Course Gerry 'all, slim, and hard-to-resist perfect caption for Gerry. is actively interested in eback riding, skiing, nming, and painting. hman Art Club President5 s' Chorus 1, 25 Mixed tus 2, 3, 45 NORTHWEST LNER 2, 3, 45 Dramatic a 2, 3, 45 Intramurals 15 ieroom Secretary 2, 3, .surer 15 Allied Youth 25 iomore Corridor Party mittee5 Junior Assembly5 ITE OAK. PATRICIA ANN STUART Kent General Course Pat Bearing the official plaid of her clan, Pat is a friendly asset to the senior class. Always gay and ready for fun, she whiles away her spare time by both- ering people, going to the movies, or just talking. Nurs- ing will be her career. Pep Club l 2 Allied Youth Homeroom 2 Secretary 3 Vice president 2 Sophomore Committee Committee Corridor Party junior Prom WHITE OAK Ist. l JACQUES HAROLD TOMPKINS Cornwall General Course Ya-Bo One of our most talented athletes. Ya-Bo could play al- most any position given him. Homeroom Vice-president 15 Homeroom President 2, 35 Varsity Club '1, 2, 3, 45 Varsity I Baseball 1, 2, 3, Co-captain 45 JV Basketball 1 2 Varsity Basketball 3 Varsity Football 1 2 3 4 Sophomore Corridor Party Committee Junior Prom Committee Student Council 2 3 Intramuralsl 2 4 Appara tus Club 4 LEONARD RENE STINE Sharon Classical Course Len Len will be remembered for his lively arguments in history class. Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 45 JV Bas- ketball 15 Varsity Football Manager 2, 35 Varsity Baseball 2, 3, 45 Varsity Basketball Manager 45 Junior Prom Chairman5 Junior Assembly, AVA 1, 2, 3, Secretary 45 NORTHWEST CORNER Sports Editor 3, 45 Student Council 45 Debating Club Sec- retary 4g Varsity Club Secre- tary 3, 45 Allied Youth 25 Sen- ior Class Vice-presidentg Na- tional Honor Society. CAROL REEVE WAGNER Salisbury General Course Carrie Always ready with a cheer- ful hello, Carrie has been kind, considerate, and johnny- on-the-spot to help our when- ever needed. Since she is fond of horses and an excellent rider, she spends much of her leisure time attending horse shows. She is also an ardent television fan. She impressed her classmates with her sen- sible arguments in Twentieth Century History. Allied Youth 3. 3' PATRICIA ANN WALSH MARILYN JANET WOOD YING-YEUNG YAM Salisbury Salisbury Kent Classical Course Classical Course Pat Toots While at Regional Pat has proved a leader in all her un- dertakings. Dramatic Club 1, 2, 4, Allied Youth 3, Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4g Orchestra 1, 2, 5, 4, String Ensemble 4, All-State Chorus 4, Litchfield County Music Festival 1, 3, 4, New England 4g Student Council 3, 4, NORTHWEST CORNER 35 WHITE OAK Assistant Edi- tor 45 Football Cheerleader 5, Captain 4, Homeroom Presi- dent 1, 2, Vice-president 33 Junior Assembly, junior Prom Artendantg Dedication Chorus 221, Future Teachers of America Toots always has a smile for everyone. Her laughter and cute ways have brightened our four years of high school. Her favorite pastimes are reading, dancing, and swimming. Pep Club 1, 2, 3, Freshman Art Club 1, Intramurals 1, 2, Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 45 Al- lied Youth 2, WHITE OAKQ Sophomore Corridor Party Committee, Junior Assemblyg NORTHWEST C O R N E R3 Homeroom Secretary 23 Dra- matic Club 2, Dedication Chorus'2g Senior Play Publi- city Committee. Ein JANET ELIZABETH HANSEN OCTOBER 12, 1938 MARCH 13, 1953 211113115111 MRS. ELLEMA KLEINERT SMITH JULY 24, 1908 NOVEMBER 2, 1955 Teacher of Homemaking Housatonic Valley Regional High School 1952 - 1955 General Course Yam Yam came to Regional la fall from Hong Kong, knov ing first-hand those ravages 1 war which American studen have been spared. Entering : a junior, he was soon promote to the senior class where l distinguished himself as gentleman and scholar. I- seemed glad to be with u and we were delighted to we come him to our ranks. Ya is seriously interested in e gineering. Transferred from Queen Eliz beth School, Hong Kong, senior year. Science Club 4. f -19 ,gg ,5 -.. A 0 V -r - , 4 5:1 ki ', Q tudent Council Represents All tudents it 3 3? 9 .2 E f, ,V W l , 1 . l Il tl I. .Q 3 Standing, Left to Right: A. Hart, P. Houston, S. Beckley, L. Consolini, A. Maccagnan, M. May, N. Hart, Mrs. Scriber, F. Griswold, S. Hansell, D. Hart, H. O'Dell, J. Luning. Seated: T. Riley, P. Walsh, D. Riley, F. Baldwin, M. Pitcher, L. Kelsey, L. Stine. OFFICERS President . ,.,..,. .....,..,.......,. F rederick L. Baldwin Vice-president .,,. . , .. ,....... ,. . David M. Riley Secretary ., .,.,,.,.. . .... ..... .....,..,.,. M a ry C. Pitcher Advisers .. .... Mrs. Scriber and Mr. Dorsett The Student Council The Student Council is one of the most important and active clubs in the school. As the governing or- ganization of the student body, it promotes a better relationship between the students and the faculty. The Council consists of twenty representatives who are elected by the student body. There are eight council members from the senior class, six from the junior class, four from the sophomore class, and two from the freshman class. This year has been an extremely successful one for the Council. Its activities have included raising money for our exchange student to come to Regional from Finland, the sale of old text books, and the publication of a student telephone directory. The Council under- took a program of acquainting freshmen with the school by putting out the student handbook and con- ducting a freshman assembly. Another assembly was held for all students as an open forum where they could talk over the problems of the school. The Student Council also played a part in changing the scheduling of the activity period to the middle of the day. This change has been very successful and popular. The Council has provided the students with several successful social events during the year. Among these were the Spring Karnival, the Between the Seasons Dqnre and rhe annual Snagherri Sumner. Seventeen Seniors loin Honor Society Back Row, Left to Right: P. Schwab, 1. Berti, D. Riley, F. Baldwin. Second Row: L. Stine, S. Oliver, T. Solan, P. Dower, N. Devaux, H. Boyles. Front Row: C. Eiby, L. Kelsey, N. Aakiar, B. Monroe, C. Spadaccini. Absent: L. Dwy, R. Clapp. The National Honor Society Nancy E. Aakjar Nancy N. Devaux Barbara A. Monroe Frederick L. Baldwin Phyllis F. Dower Susan M. Oliver John R. Berti Leola M. Dwy David M. Riley Harry W. Boyles, Jr. Carolyn A. Eiby Peter M. Schwab Roger B. Clapp Linda C. Kelsey Theresa M. Solan Carol E. Spadaccini The National Honor Society was founded in 1921 by the National Association of Secondary School Prin- cipals. The purpose of the society is to promote great- er student interest in maintaining high standards in the public schools. Today there are approximately 6,000 chapters functioning in every state of the union and in some foreign countries. We are proud that one of these chapters of The National Honor Society is located at Regional. Fif- teen per cent of the total enrollment of the senior class is selected each year by the faculty for membership in the society. Four factors are considered in making the selections: leadership, scholarship, service, and character. The emphasis is not on scholarship alone, Leonard R. Stine as it is for election to Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa. Election to the society is one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon a high school student. The local organization is particularly proud this year of one of its members, Roger B. Clapp, who was among the 525 top students of the United States to receive a National Merit Scholarship. The recipient of an award worth 36800, Roger will study at Cornell University for a career in wildlife management. The newly elected members are honored at an an- nual assembly. As part of the induction ceremony, each member receives a gold pin, a membership card, and a certificate. White Uak taff Records Yeargs Events Standing, Left to Right: Mr. Kobler, E. Brecher, M. Herpola, C. Leffingwell, I.. Kelsey, M. Wood, N. Devaux, T. Byrnes, D. Riley, G. Tripp, N. Benedict, C. Gold, T. Solan, J. DeMarcken. Seated: B. Sondrini, P. Stuart, J. Canfield, N. Stackelberg, E. Sinclair, P. Walsh, E. Stephens, K. Stephens, J. Clyburn. The White Oak The 1956 WHITE OAK has made several import- ant changes in this year's book. Most of these changes have resulted from the staffs decision to delay publi- cation until late summer. This new schedule permits the inclusion of many spring activities of the 1956 graduating class. For the first time in the history of the yearbook, it is also possible to present a picture- story of the commencement exercises. Since a discount in printing costs is allowed for a summer publication, it has been possible to increase the number of pages without increasing the price of the yearbook to stu- dents. The stafi' owes much to Mr. Kobler, our adviser, whose assistance has made the completion of this book possible. The staff was also fortunate to have among its members Dave Riley whose original art work has set the tone of the book. We are deeply grateful to all those students and teachers who cooperated with us even when we disrupted other functions of the school. Seniors are receiving their yearbooks at a special reunion this summer. Other subscribers will receive their books when school opens in September. The staff hopes that the book, with its complete and up-to-date coverage, will be well worth waiting for. OFFICERS Editor-in-Chief ,. .. . , ....... ..,. E llery W. Sinclair Assistant Editor .. ,..,.,....., Patricia A. Walsh Business Manager . .. .. ..,.., Nicholas T. Stackelberg Adviser .. . , .,..,.,. .......... ..,,,.. ..,.. M r . Kobler orthwest Corner Reports School News 1 V 'tif Back Row, Left to Right: A, Duke, C. Beauion, D. Harper, D. Riley, C. Dakin, P. Schwab, J. Peyron J. Luning. Fourth Row: A. Moseley, M. May, K. Zetterstrom, A. Satre, H. Becker, M. Gentile, V. Griffin, C. Solan, A. Faltermeier. Third Row: L. Miner, P. Dover, J. Murray, N. Svehla, P. Thrall, j. Canfield, P. Dowet, S. Blass, T. Solan, C. Gold. Second Row: L. Kelsey, M. Gibson, M. Paley, 1. Perotti, C. Semke, S. Dunn, E. Rudd, L. Elder, D. Clark, N. Farnum, C. Dower, E. Schneider. Seated: S. Steiger, M. Wood, N. Devaux, L. Coleman, L. Stine, S. Oliver, Mr. Erwin, J. Riva, C. Ebiy, L. Chesebro, C. Leffingwell. 1 OFFICERS The Northwest Corner Editor-in-Chief Advertising Manager News Editor Feature Editor Sports Editor Make-up Editor Headline Editor Subscription Manager Secretary Treasurer Art Typing Adviser Susan M. Oliver . Lydia S. Coleman , jean M. Riva Nancy N. Devaux Leonard R. Stine . Carilyn A. Eiby H. Louise Chesebro Peter M. Schwab Mae E. Paley C. Marilyn Gibson Jack Peyron , Miss Gesell Mr. Erwin t li., Witlm a record-breaking staff of over fifty students, THE NORTHWEST CORNER propelled its way through its second year under the guidance of Mr. Er- win. ln addition to the regular news, features and sports coverage, a new column called Students on Parade was added to the paper. This year the paper again consists of four pages per issue, with the exception of two issues made up of six pages. The paper is printed by the Lakesville Journal. Photographs and drawings are used along with the main articles. Because of the increased cost, the paper features advertisements from business hrms in the Regional district. Last year the staff and its adviser started a new system of training whereby members of all classes worked together. Because of its apparent success, this program has been continued this year. In March, officers for the coming year, went to the Columbia Scholastic Press Association in New York. In May THE NORTHWEST CORNER members were very successful with their money-raising refresh- ment booth at the Spring Karnivalf' . at Debating lub Discusses Lively Issues Standing, Left to Right: J. Perotti, A. Satre, E. Schneider, L. Chesebro, N. Stackelberg, E. Brecher, L. Kelsey, L. Stine, P. Schwab, E. Sinclair, Mr. Clark. Seated: L. Elder, S. Downing, L. Consolini, N. Nelson, J. Canfield, D. Clark, L. Coleman. OFFICERS President . . . . . ,. ..,, ..... . , Ellery W. Sinclair Vice-president . , Nicholas T. Stackelberg Secretary-treasurer , . , , .. Leonard R. Stine Adviser . ,, . Mr. Clark The Debating Club The Debating Club, formerly known as the Sophists, was organized in 1944 for the purpose of discussing current problems confronting the people of America and the world. A usual meeting consists of two speeches on a current subject, one presenting the affirmative and the other the negative. After these formal speeches the club members have an open debate of the issue. This year the most im- portant topics were the disarmament proposals, the value of the U. N., and the possible presidential candidates. The Debating Club was host to member schools of the Housatonic Valley League at the annual fall forum which was held in the Regional auditorium. This year the student body had occasion to witness a regular meeting of the De- bating Club which was presented as an assembly program. Should Driver Education Be Compulsory in High School? was the highly controversial issue discussed at this meeting at which the members of the student body expressed their opinions. A booth at which Mexican products were sold was the unusual project chosen by the Debating Club for presenta- tion at the Spring Karnival. The small Mexican shop pro- moted the good neighbor policy of the United States. The club members are grateful to Mr. Clark for his interest and assistance, 38 Science Ulub 'timulates Further Stud 5 Left to Right: C. Wilford, E. Schneider, C. Solan, M. O'Connell, M. Gibson, H. Becker, Mr. England, L. Chesebro, G. Pulver, L. Elder, Y. Chiu, J. Kopf, Y. Yam. The Knights of Science Experience is the best teacher, as the members of the Knights of Science would be the first to affirm. Under the leadership of Mr. Robert England, the object of this club is to explore the field of science beyond the classroom stage. As a basic understanding of the sciences is valuable in this club, membership is restricted to juniors and seniors who have better than average records in related courses. Combining education with a general good time, the club gains experience from demonstrations, films, an oc- casional held trip, and lectures. Each member is challenged to stump the Geniac, a mechanical brain purchased by the club this year, but so far the Geniac has held its own. In the spring the members profited from an excursion to the Museum of Natural History in New York. Headlin- ing the club's activities were the organization of a student assembly and Science Night. The theme, Historical Mo- ments in Science, was developed by the combined efforts of all the science classes. Science Night, an annual affair, promotes public interest in high school science classes. Pro- jects and demonstrations prepared by students give out- siders a look into our science laboratories. As participation augments interest, all members are en- couraged to take part in making the Knights of Science a successful organization. President . . Vice-president Secretary . , Adviser , .. OFFICERS Gary A. Pulver . , H. Louise Chesebro ., Lorraine E. Elder , Mr. England ll 1'- 59 N ,D T1 v 5. A -. 1 K 1 O f . Q L fj . ' I 'i' o 0 - al , 39 X sGXrtX i X1 xx Dramatic Club Draws Large Membership if Back Row, I:eft to Right: D. Hart, D. Harper, J. Peyron, T. Byrnes, F. Gomez, P. Schwab, A. Bierce G. Pulver. l'ourth Row: Mr. Eldridge, S. Babuin, S. Downing, A. Satre, S. Owens, J. Gottschalk, M Gentile, M. Mather, M. May, K. Zetterstrom, L. Sturhman, T. Solan, C. Gold, A. Faltermeier, G Tripp, Mr. Foster. Third Row: J, Clyburn, P. Walsh, K. Stephens, L. Byrnes, P. Dover, N. Benedict, P. Thrall, N. Svehla, R. Pierce, J. Woodin, K. Smith, E. Rudd, E. Stephens. Second Row: 1. Peterson P. Hall, S. Beckley, C. Lefhngwell, P. .Murphy, D. Carter, D. Coolbeth, P. Nichols, L. Gillette, M Hutchinson, M. Mayer, S. Semke, J. Riva, L. Elder, B. Bennett. Seated: M. Sutherland, D. Ford, L E-Iusnter, P. Edwards, J. Gawel, M. Carroll, A. Athoe, J. Murray, J. LaMont, N. Farnum, J. Mansir . teiger. OFFICERS President ,. . ,.. ..,. Peter M. Schwab Vice-president ., .. , , jack Peyron Secretary .... . , , . Nancy M. Benedict T116 DraIHatiC Treasurer , . ,. Gary A. Pulver Advisers , , ,... .. ,. , . , Mr. Foster, Mr. Eldridge An organization intended to encourage student parti- cipation in dramatics, the Dramatic Club provides opportun- ities for a variety of skills and interests. After getting off to a slow start, the Dramatic Club pre- sented an evening of plays which included the final scene from Antony and Cleopatra, and two one-act plays, Aria du Capo and The Florin Shop. For those students who do not have acting ability, there are backstage jobs to engage their talents and time. Building sets, working lights, designing costumes, and mas- tering the art of make-up require as much skill as portray- ing a character in a play. The club converted the nurse's ollice into a fun house of unusual thrills for its part in the Spring Karnival. Usually an annual Drama Festival is held in which Regional dramatists present a play. This year, because of a late start, they were unable to send a drama group to parti- cipate in this festivity. Under the careful guidance of Mr. Foster and Mr. Eld- ridge, the budding dramatists have had a successful year. l'he death scene of the world's immortal overs. Woody Sinclair is the dead Antony. An Evening of Plays Presented in May 8 'xt I ,. ,.,,. . t, ,g.,.xA,,h v,, . ..,- , li, . 'I as K. V Q -K at fr fiwfg 1, t , t 1 elrr ': Qu? tili x 49- . -V M -fu ..-- SCENE FROM SHAKESPEARE: Regional students enact dramatic moments from Antony and Cleopatra. Here Cleo- patra, played by Lorraine Elder, receives Caesar fEarl Brecherb. Other roles are taken by jack Peyron, jean Mur- ray, Judith Woodin, and William Barnett. Mr. Foster directed the play. 1 ARIA DA CAPO: Edna St. Vincent Millay's delightful satire is given a breezy, sensitive treatment under Jack Pey- ron's direction. Above, Jack and Marcia Mayer strike a pose as Pierrot and Columbine. Below, Beverly Plonski, Thomas Byrnes, and Jayne Petersen re-enact the play within the play. 1 W . 1.4-Lf, ,'J n,50 '- gen w 'Q .YrY ,. THE FLORIST SHOP by Winifred Hawkridge was an entertaining comedy about a young lady CMarilyn Mayj who makes all of the cu S- tomers' problems become her own Left to Right: Lois Gillette, Robert Frost, Marilyn May. C ess Club harpens Students? Wits ,..- A., Standing, Left to Right: T. Kearns, R. du Vergey, H. Stapleton, J. Kopf, E. Brecher, Mr. Eldridge, P. Schwab, D. Mercer, T. Byrnes, D. O'Connell, T. Gailes. Seated: R. Trudeau, S. Jennings, J. Gott- schalk, G. Pulver, N. Stackelberg, E. Sinclair, A. Faltermeier, G. Miller, R. Frost. OFFICERS President . . ,.., .. ..... ........ N icholas T. Stackelberg Vice-president ,.,. ...,. .... .,,... . , , Gary A. Pulver Secretary-treasurer .. .. Stanley W. Jennings Adviser . ., . .,..,.., ....,....... M r. Eldridge l S- r is y fjfr- . ll as X an All x. ' v 'r .1 ' A l AU The Chess Club The Chess Club's first meeting of the year drew a surprisingly large turn-out of prospective members. Unlike other clubs at Regional, which are organized in September, the Chess Club starts its activities on the first of November. Members gather twice each month to challenge each other with their newest strategies. Two new chess sets were added to the club's pres- ent equipment this year. In addition, a chess ladder was constructed to show the rating of each member. Designed for students who wish to learn the finer points of chess-playing, the Chess Club lists only the desire to learn and a spirit of cooperation as require- ments for membership. It is not necessary to know how to play chess in order to become a member. New member received instruction from those who have al- ready mastered the fundamentals of the game. The club's activities this year included a match with Kent School. Dinner and a tour of the school were included in the invitation, adding up to a very enjoyable evening. The Chess Club was first organized about five years ago at the request of students and has proved to be most successful under Mr. Eldridge's direction. llied Youth Is Social and Educational Back Row, Left to Right: K. Chase, C. Dakin, J. Ghidossi, J. Lakin, S. Hansell, J. Clark, G. Drumm j. Barnett, E. Eichstedt, R. Bliven. Fourth Row: J. Gobillot, D. Bartholomew, R. Leis, J. Corcoran W. Barnett, M. Bartone, J. Kirkpatrick, J. Belter, W. Barr, H. jones, J. Clyburn. Third Row: F. Erwin, J. Clark, M. Fife, S. Griffin, V. Griffin, G. Leis, M. Gentile, B. Berti, P. Degreenia, P. Edwards, L. Irving, D. Brown. Second Row: P. Cortesi, M. Lucier, M. Loucks, S. Couse, L. Gillette, E. Brandt, H. Curtis, C. Eiby, R. Flanagan, B. Carberry, P. Athoe, D. Carter. Front Row: J. Gawel, N. Dodge, J. Goodnow, J. Coe, I... Consolini, P. Goodnow, J. Albig, V. Grifhn, T. Lucier, I. Lane, S. Dunn B. Cote. s v v OFFICERS President ,. .. . . ...,,.. Beverly L. Plonski Treasurer .,.. .. .,...,.. ., .,..,.. Nancy E. Aakjar Vice-president .,.. ,. . ,... . .... Mae Paley Corresponding Secretary ....,. . Lisa R. Consolini Secretary .,., .,..,. . , .... A. Angelina Maccagnan Adviser . ..., .... . .. . . Mr. Broere Back Row, Left to Right: R. Stapleton, C. Silvernale, J. Mansir, J. Preston, S. Rivard, D. Mercer, H. Stapleton, N. Quackenbos, R. Seiler, W. Schreiber, D. Segalla. Third Row: C. Semke, M. Paley, 1. Meuton, J. Tompkins, D. Pettit, A. Moseley, G. Metcalfe, M, Norton, L. Walters. Second Row: J Swenson, J. Wells, L. Sturhman, P. Thrall, N. Svehla, P. Mansfield, A. Prause, V. MacNeil, A. Mac- cagnan, M. O'Connell. Front Row: K. Monroe, S. Tompkins, D. Miner, D. Scalley, J. Murray, R. Qrhn-il-.pf I Qlwlflm. I: rvnall 1 c,1.i,,-l. Classical Language Lives for Latin Club 5 t 5 2 E l Standing, Left to Right: Mr. Foster, E. Small, J. Andrus, C. Solan, B. Bennett, J. Wells, A. Sartori, J. Peyron, N. Devaux, C. Gilderdale, M. Gentile, G. Leis, V. Rosseter. Seated: C. Leflingwell, C. Wilford, H. Becker, P. Dower, J. E. Canfield, D. Carter, The Latin Club Members of the Latin Club are agreed that the highlight of their activities this year was their trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City in April. This opportunity to view the museums mag- nificent exhibit made classical Greek and Roman cul- ture come very much alive for the Regional students who made the trip. Another outstanding event of the year was Dr. Stoddard's stimulating ind vivid description of his trip to Europe last summer. The colored slides with which he illustrated his talk added greatly to the in- terest of this meeting. In March members of the Latin Club joined forces with the French Club and the Debating Club in pre- senting an assembly of student activities. For its part of the program, the Latin Club acted out the ritual of a Roman wedding. Club members wrote the script which was based on careful research into customs that surrounded the marriage ceremony in ancient Rome. At regular meetings of the club, students have pre- sented reports, viewed slides and films, and enacted skits as part of their program to learn more about the Roman people and their culture. For members of this busy organization, Latin is by no means a dead language. P. Thrall. President ,,..... OFFICERS Vice-president ...... Secretary ........ Treasurer ....... Adviser ....... Helen J. Becker Jane E. Canfield Phyllis F. Dower Charles D. Wilford lx'- Zigi CLIC M 4 gala Mr. Foster French Club Goes Cut into Communit i Standing, Left to Right: M. Mayer, S. Eiby, Miss Estey, J. Perotti, N. Nelson, J. Peyron. Seated, Left to Right: L. Chesebro, H. Becker, N. Devaux, J. E. Canfield, L. Coleman, D. Clark., Absent: T. Byrnes. OFFICERS Le Cercle Francais esidem E Q E Nancy N. Devaux Parlez francais. Mesdemoiselles et Messieursn meet Ce-President H Jane E- Canfield together every other week, under the supervision of Miss Cremry H Helen J' Becker Estey, to learn in an informal way about the people, customs, easurer . Lydia S. Coleman and language of France' ivigef ,,,,,,,,, Miss Estey Plays, skits, reports, and discussions are all part of the French Club's activities. During the year members of the club presented short E lo ' oo'f skits at an assembly before the student body. As a result of p fix the success of these skits, which were done in French, the 6, p N, club members were fortunate to be able to present them be- fore the Hawthorne Club, the Rotary Club, and the Canaan P.T.A. Each year the annual Christmas program is given. This program consists of a reading from the French Bible, recit- ing The Lord's Prayer in French, singing French Christmas Carols, and exchanging gifts according to French custom. To promote interest in the club, a point system has been created. Each activity pertaining to the club that a member participates in is added to his credit. At the end of the year each person with the required amount of credits is awarded a pin. At the close of school the French Club presents a Gold Key to the person having the highest average in second year French. A Silver Key is awarded to the student having the highest average in the first year French. For students having averages over 90, a certificate is presented. rt lubs Serve School in Man Ways The Art Service Cl omcras President .............. William S. B Vice-president ...... Audrey S. At Secretary ................ Jaclyn A. Str Treasurer ....,....,.. Theresa J. Lui Adviser ..l.,... ..,,....,,..... M rs. Ea Standing, Left to Right: R. Leis, H. Jones, M. Cruikshank, V. Griffin, J. Steele, G. Met- calfe, Mrs. Eaton, J. Patchen, M. Hutchinson, L. Hunter, J. Menti, R. Lindbergh. Seated: B. Griffin, T. Lucier, D. Miner, A. Athoe, W. Blass, S. Blass, P. Dower, N. Farnum, C. Dower. The Art Service Club renders a distinctive service by making the talents of its individual members available to the school. The exhibits which the Art Service Club arranged in the lobby display cases this past year for Christmas and St. Patricks Day were unusually beautiful. Throughout the entire year mem- bers busily prepared attractive posters to advertise important athletic events, dances, plays, and numerous other school functions. At the Spring Karnival the club sponsored a fortune teller, Mrs. St. Charles, who added much to the evenings fun. A picnic brought the school year to an enjoyable conclusion for mem- bers of the Art Service Club. Freshmen had their own art club, with boys and girls meeting alternate week. Members chose a wide variety of projects to work on during the year. The girls seemed to be primarily in fashion design, still-lifes, and landscape drawing. The boys favored sports drawings, architectural design, and animal and bird pictures. Some students did posters for the FFA's Farm Safety Contest, and almost everyone had a chance to try his hand at the potter's wheel. The boys entertained the girls at a Christmas Party. Freshman Art Club GIRLS President ...,.. Coralie R. St. Charles Vice-president ....., Janice R. Aakjar Secretary-treasurer .. Patricia L. Hall BOYS 4 President ........ Frederick T. Gomez Vice-president Eugene W. Stapleton Secretary-treasurer .. Barry E. Travis Standing, Left to Right: T. Higgins, W. Bliven, R. Russell, Mrs. Eaton, J: Mansir, I Fisher, N. Solan. Seated: B. Travis, E. Stapleton, F. Gomez, C. St. Charles, J. Aakjar, I 46 Hall. Camera Club Begins Here This Year W P3 C1 I ti N: . .gpg ffl M 1 Q Standing, Left to Right: K. Paine, B. Adams, L. Dawson, N. Devaux, R. Trudeau, S. Rivard, J. Can- field, J. Ghidossi, C. johnson, A. johnson, 1. Preston, R. Lindbergh, Mr. Miller, P. Goodnow. Photography Club The clamor of Regional's shutterbugs for an organiza- tion of their own was finally satisfied when the Photography Club was organized. The clicking of shutterbugs, the dull smell of hypo and fixer, Mr. Miller's dark room, and gay chattering are all characteristics of this new club. With their lack of experience, most members made a modest beginning with their little brownies clutched tightly in their moist palms. However, their enthusiasm was not to be curbed. They ran around snapping fence posts, fields, and even people. By the end of the school year, these photo- graphic neophytes were assuming quite a professional air. Even when only half their pictures came out, their spirit was not daunted. Members of the club proudly declare that the purpose of this club is not only to learn how to develop and use Hlm, but also to learn more about the art of photog- raphy. At the Spring Karnival the Photography Club had splendid opportunity to show off its training and skill. Novelty pictures were taken with a giant kangaroo and baby serving at the gimmick The student photographers were not only proud of their accomplishments but also gained esteem for the Hedg- ing club. OFFICERS President . . . . Stanley W. Jennings Vice-president ,. . . Phyllis F. Dower Secretary-treasurer . Sully A. Dunn Hifi' 1 AVA Renders School Important Service E ! pic Back Row, Left to Right: F. Griswold, J. Barnett, R. Calhoun, S. Hansell, D. O'Connell, R. Bliven, R. Kinney. Third Row: A. Lamb, M. LeClerc, J. Mansir, P. Fulco, N. Boyles, N. Stackelberg, T. Riley, A. Febbroriello, W. Barnett. Second Row: Mr. Travis, J. Zucco, R. Bohlman, D. Mansfield, T. Higgins, B. Travis, P. Scott, J. Gawel, L. Stine, N. Quackenbos. Front Row: G. Consolini, D. Segalla, E. LeClerc, R. DuVergey, C. Beaujon, A. Duke, R. Pozzi, J. Luning, J. Gobillot, C. Johnson. Audio -Visual Aids Club Movies, filmstrips, and recordings are used ex- tensively at Regional to reinforce and enrich class- room instruction. Responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the school's audio-visual equip- ment is taken by students under the supervision of faculty adviser, Mr. Travis. Through the years the Audio-Visual Club has become one of the school's most efiicient and useful organizations. Much of the club's success can be attributed to the thorough apprenticeship system established to train new members. Candidates for AVA, usually freshmen, are carefully screened and must prove their ability be- fore they are admitted to full-fledged membership. This trained crew of operators is composed of boys who can be relied upon to render courteous and efficient service in classes, assemblies, and in club pro- grams. A wide variety of mechanical skills is required for the operation of such machines as film projectors, tape recorders, record players, slide projectors, and opaque projectors. Social skills are also important for these students who play an important part in the school's educational program. Regional is proud of the Audio-Visual Aids Club which has produced a corps of students who are highly skilled, both mechanically and socially. OFFICERS Foreman ....,.,.... .,... ,,,..,.,... F r ederick D. Griswold Secretary .... ..,...,,...... ......,...., L e onard R. Stine Maintenance Crew ,.,. ...., R ichard D. Calhoun, Robert C. Bohlmann Adviser . . , ..,. A . Mr. Travis Varsity Club upports School Athletics ' i Standing, Left to Right: Coach Chinatti, J. Berti, A, Febbroriello, L. Bachetti, L. Stine, J. Gobillot, J. Branche, P. Fulco, R. Ware, N. Quackenbos, D. Riley, T. Coons, T. Riley. Seated: T. Blakey, B. Prindle, J. Tompkins, W. Schreiber, F. Baldwin, E. Lucier. OFFICERS resident .,,. . . . .,,.. Barclay W. Prindle 'icespresident . . , . .,.. ...... J ohn R. Berti ecretary-treasurer . . . . R. Thomas Riley .dviser .,,, . . .. Mr. Chinatti Qt! HQ:-Q. ?? es- TIS ,Q . . K1 4' ' ,J Q2 475',f 5 if Sn 4 qt al 6 :A Q f KWWZQQ K' f The Varsity Club Designed to maintain high standards of good sportsmanship in the athletic program, the Varsity Club has done much for the promotion of these ideas. Only lettermen are eligible for admission to the club, but they must also attain high standards of sportsman- ship. Various programs have been set up by the Var- sity Club. The members organized a basketball tour- nament for the pupils of the elementary schools of the Regional District. They supplied the referees for the games and awarded a trophy to the winning team. A Varsity Club Dance, sponsored by the club this year, was very successful. The club was represented by a colorful booth with basketball shooting at the Spring Karnival. Membership in the club has so greatly increased that the boys undertook the task of cleaning out the room in the balcony of the gym and used that for a meeting place. Plans are underway for decorating this room with pictures of the players and snapshots from the games. Future Teachers Organize New Club Standing, Left to Right: M. Paley, C. Semke, L. Coleman, Mrs. Wakefield, D. Clark, E. Eiby, B. De Marcken, P. Walsh, M. Gibson, T. Solan, J. De Marcken. Seated: E. Schneider, L. Chesebro. Future Teachers of America Future Teachers of America, under the guidance of Mrs. Wakefield, is a newly organized club. Since the F. T. A. is the first organization of this type at Regional, this year's group has the privilege of being its charter members. It was OFFICERS named after Samuel M. Brownell, U. S. Commissioner of Education at Washington, and formerly president of a Con- necticut Teachers' College. The installation of these charter President , .. ..,. .. . . ..,. .. ., H. Louise Chesebro Vice-president . . .. . ., Marilyn C. M. Gibson . . . - members was an impressive ceremony, with Mrs. Camp, Dr. ' Thhiiifiscljgiqiglig Stoddard, and Mr. Dorsett as guest speakers. The purpose of the club is to introduce future teachers into their pro- fession. As a club project, individual members of the club as- sisted freshmen and other pupils who were having difficul- t ties with their studies. A total of approximately 23 hours was spent on this project. The members also enjoyed a very worthwhile visit to New Britain State Teachers College. While there, they ob- served the colleges academic and social life. They also ex- plored much of the campus. As another club project, the members visited grammar school classes in the Regional district. These trips were very helpful in studying the everyday problems confronting the grade school teacher. In addition to these activities, the F. T. A. chapter at Regional took part in organizing and ratifying the consti- l tution of the Connecticut Association of Future Teachers of 50 America. 2 F I Z . Girls Use Spoon and pool in FHA 1 . s i t A I I 23 a . it E ii- i tr 1, gb A Standing, Left to Right: Miss Pratt, S. Couse, G. Decker, R. Twing, M. Veronesi, K. Stanton, M. Betti, K. Parsons, Miss Buzzell. Seated: M. Wilson, D. Scalley, R. Schreiber, I. Morey, J. Cam- bridge, V. Sherwood, E. Drake. Future Homemakers of America Founded in 1945, the national organization of the Future Homemakers of America was started to give junior high school and high school girls a better knowledge of home economics, family relations, and democratic home and community life. The emblem is octagonal in shape, representing the eight official purposes of the organization. At the top of the emblem is the name, The Future Homemakers of America, and at the bottom is the motto, Toward New Horizons. The colors, red and white, symbolize youth which has the cour- age and determination to succeed yet is innocent and pure. Any girl in junior high school or high school who has had one semester of homemaking is eligible for member- ship. After meeting certain qualihcations, the girl may get the Junior Homemaker Degree, the symbol of which is a key to be worn with the emblem and guard club pin. For further activity she may be awarded the Chapter Homemaker De- gree, symbolized by a scroll. We should be especially proud of our chapter. It was one of the first ten started in Connecticut. Here at Regional the Future I-Iomemakers have been very active. This year's program has included several field trips, working at banquets for the Future Farmers and other organizations, and taking part in the election of the state ollicials. President Secretary Treasurer Advisers OFFICERS . Irene Morey . , Josephine L. Cambridge ... ., Mary A. Wilson . Miss Buzzell, Miss Pratt x-'t ' . r 141' Y T1 ffl! t if? x, ' ':f f .5 7 N ' iq, l ' - 1-S J L ' 51 Regional Chapter Is Outstanding in FFA 1 15 it President Vice-president Secretary . Treasurer , Reporter Sentinel Advisers ,. ,. 1-v Back Row, Left to Right: N. Zinke, T. Tweed, H. Lethbridge, J. Meuten, J. Lakin, E. Phelps, R. Hickey, A. Bierce, E. Golden, Third Row: G. Drumm, P. MacNeil, D. Williams, J. Belter, L. Clark, W. Zinke, L. Godding, R. Allyn, R. Tuthill, B. Wood. Second Row: R. Ludvigsen, T. Brown, G. Decker, J. Leon, W. Sitter, D. Whitbeck, D. Peet, A. Veronesi, W. Wilford, P. Cortesi. Front Row: Mr. Burcroff, D. Mclnroy, G. Dean, A. Olson, N. Lee, V. Rosseter, R. Bliven, P. Whitford, L. MacNeil, Mr. Wood. OFFICERS ,. .. .... .. . ,.. Andrew S. Olson . , Herbert W. Lee .. . , Randall Bliven . Gerald O. Dean . . . .. Lawrence L. MacNeil . .. . , ..,. . Robert G. Whitford , Mr. Wood and Mr. Burcroff 'D N we if ,s 4? fs! - 1 I . Q. fs. I I igzy,-aa'--Siam f . -w 45 .4 , ,... Jax ' Q L55 .5 of ll y xlm - I Tpsjisr -can .W . . ,pl A arf ff ff QM' M I , 44 Future Farmers of America The Future Farmers of America is a national organiza- tion whose aim is the development of agricultural leadership, cooperation, and citizenship. The Housatonic Valley Chap- ter was organized in 1940 to promote interest in better farming. The boys have participated in many interesting and en- tertaining activities during the year. At the University of Connecticut, they entered the Horticultural Vo-Ag Day in the fall and in the spring the Judging Contest. Their Farm Safety program was such an effective one that they were elected to send live delegates to the National Safety Congress in Chicago, Illinois. They sponsored a tractor driving con- test, went on many field trips, enjoyed their banquets, and on the arrival of the fair season, the boys began work on entries for the Guilford-Madison Fair and prepared for their visit to the Eastern States Exposition. They worked patiently at raising broilers and pullets for experience in the poultry field. Then, with the coming of the Christmas season they turned the Ag-shop into a won- derland of green, red, and silver as they prepared their trees, wreaths, and decorations for sale. In the National Chapter Contest the Regional chapter won the Gold Emblem Award for outstanding service. Andrew Olson and john Wilson, two boys from the chapter, won first place in the 12 Northeastern States for milk and cream scoring. Here I am again, this time to intro- duce a new division of The White Oak. This year the music department has grown in vocal and instrumental groups and has four music directors, two of whom are new. All four of these men work part- time at Regional in group and individual instruction. The two new groups are the Girls' Choir in the vocal section and the String Ensemble in the instrumental section. Our musical groups not only partici- pate in school activities, but also join with other schools for special events. This year Regional's musical organizations - as well as individual performers, especially in the brass septet - received top ratings, special commendations, and high awards in New England-wide competition. Let's turn the page and see what we've got. Large Instrumental Groups Qrchestra Standing, Left to Right: N. Smedick, S. Schreiber, P. Houston, L. Jones, Mr. Meder. Back Row, Seated: P. Athoe, M. Leclerc, V. Harvey. Second Row: E. Brandt, H. Ives, F. Thibault, P. Fischer, R. Schreiber, R. Morrow, J. Prindle, E. Rudd, J. Jessup, P. Goodnow. Front Row: E. Stephens, B. Plonski, N. Solan, L. Miner, P. Walsh, J. Cly- burn, H. Boyles, C. Solan, P. Moni. RGCCIVC Top Ratmgs Most members of Regionals instrumental groups began their musical training in the elementary grades. The awards that our musicians have garnered during the past year have testified to the effectiveness of a coordinated music program. At the All-New England Ensemble Festival held at Warwick, R. I., the brass septet received a top rating, with special commendations for the players of the horns and sousaphone. Members of the septet were R. Loverin and L. jones, trumpets, J. Prindle and E. Rudd, French horns, M. Leclerc, baritone, V. Harvey, trombone, and P. Athoe, sousaphone. Band Standing, Left to Right: J. Goodnow, N. Smedick, S. Schreiber, P. Houston, L. Godding. Back Row, Seated: R. Patterson, P. Athoe, M. Leclerc, V. Harvey, F. Gomez. Second Row: R. Calhoun, G. Miller, R. Schreiber, J. Kirkpatrick, P. Cortesi, J. Prindle, E. Rudd, R. Sara, Hn, D. Peet, J. Jessup, P. Goodnow, R. Cirone, C. johnson, S. Tomp- kins, J. Swenson, H. Boyles. Front Row: L. Jones, R. Lush, R. Morrow, R. Loverin, R. Davis, C. Solan, P. Moni, K. Harring, B. Travis, G. Maglio, J. Clyburn. tring Ensemble and Dance Band The String Ensemble, organized this past fall, has already received recognition in interscholastic music competition. The Regionnaires Cbottom pic- turej were in great demand this year to play at various local dances. Upper, Left to Right: E. Stephens, B. Plonski, E. Brandt, F. Thibault, A. Ives. Lower, Left to Right: N. Solan, P. Fischer, L. Miner, P. Walsh, R. Pickett. l . Standing, Left to Right: P. Athoe, P. Moni, Mr. Meder, S. Schreiber. Second Row, Seated, V. Harvey, M. Leclerc, L. Jones. RL Morrow,-R.nLoverin, J. Kirkpatrick. Front Row: P. Scott, j. Zucco, R. Man Students loin Mixed Chorus x A Back Row, Left to Right: P. Cortesi, E. Leclerc,, S. Babuin, M. Lamb, A. Bierce. P. Schwab, V. Harvey, M. Leclerc, R. Patterson, M. Rundall, S. Downing, R. Loverin, D. Ford. Fourth Row: P. Walsh, J. Clyburn, E. Stephens, G. Tripp, S. Fallon, W. O'Loughlin, A. Satre, G. Sherwood, J. Andrus, M. Mather, D. Perrone, L. Miner, P. Moni. Third Row: P. Hall, M. Vos- hurrzh, J. Patchen, C. Spadaccini, S. Conlon, M. Hutchinson, W J. Massini, J. Woodin, C. Schofield, S. Beckley, G. Camp, P. Edwards, M. Bentley. Second Row: C. Williams, L. Ford, M. Sutherland, S. Bayley, K. Egan, E. Doty, B. Berti, J. Lamothe, P. Gavell, J. Zucco, L. Hunter, L. Elder, B. Alderman. Front Row: J. Stuart, C. Weis, j. Gordon, M. Wood, P. Goodnow, S. Schrieber, J. Murray, L. Gillette, M. Carroll, B. Monroe, J. Mansir, E. Small, J. Grimes. usie Teachers Blow Their Own Horns il Q I l,ll +ii - Left to Right: Mr. Meder, Mr. Noyes, Mr. Garovoy, Mr. Nania. They lust Keep Rollin, Alon This year the close harmony of the Barbersharpers has been the problem of a new director, Mr. Gara- voy. The boys have gathered 'round every other Wednesday and tried to keep in tune with a somewhat out- of-tune piano as they sang some grand old favorites, seasoned with popular moods. A selected group of girls was or- ganized this year to demonstrate their talents in a new division, the Girls' Choir, under the direction of Mr. Nania. They have blended their voices in many semi-classical mel- odies, accompanied at the piano by Raymond Pickert, a freshman boy whose musical talent is imnressive. i Q Left to Right: M. Leclerc, R. Loverin, E. Sinclair, V. Harvey, J. Clark iii! 5 1 5 K Q . Q X 5 2 i iii : 1 Standing, Left to Right: Accompanist R. Pickert, E. Rudd, K. Smith, E. Brandt, D. Pettit, G. Sherwood, M. Mather, S. Fallon, M. Parmalee, P. Hall, N. Smedick, N. Smith. Seated: C. Weis, C. Williams, P. Murphy, S. Ongley, M. Sutherland, M. Bentley, A. Ives, A. Prause, M. Parmalee, J. Murray, L. Ford. 58 fa L in school and ou'I' - -. xi AQ, 1 .112 W R - , 8 ff ' X ,WM sf' an c f Q . P5 K, af fri? a l t ' t, ,H t NJ AV ,m.. 3 Li., E 115555 i i f l 23 wl- f x op ' D f 4 ' ' After spending seven hours a day poring over your books, you like to get out and do something different. You're lucky that Regional is out in the country where you can swim, hike, hunt, ski, play ball, and fill your lungs with good fresh air. A good many of you work, too, but at the center of all activities - work or play - is the place where you get your edu- cation. ln Winter We Hit the Book T' sizavf EAGER TO GET TO PSYCHOLOGY: Agnes Prause, Paula T Moni, and Theresa Lucier join the seniors who hurry to get to their first class, Dr. Stoddard's course in Contemporary Problems. EXPERT DISHWASHERS: Girls in the homemaking de- partment clean up after a practical lesson in cooking. PHYSICS WHIZZES: John Berti demonstrates the right way to classmates during a labora- IOFY Pfflml- LOVE THAT SHORTHAND: Kathleen Egan and Dorothy Pettit Qfront rowj obviously enjoy a class in shorthand. No test today? CREATIVE CAPERS: Students in Arts and Crafts find opportunities to express themselves through many mediums. 60 In ummer Itgs the Beaches We X 1 HIGH AND DRY: Jacques Tompkins, Jane Clyburn and Pat Walsh climb atop a hay wagon on a hot summer clay. NO GRANDMA MOSES, SHE: Ann Sartori isn't waqi-ting un-til s-he's an old lady to learn to ' ALL EYES FRONT: These ,ff C' ' , j!.,, -ea...-1 . , 4' 1: ' PSM '5- 1 A 'E s A 'fl , , 1. ' Q 1 3.5 M, ' 2 ,n . , Z in V .AA ,,1' ,, Q ki :if T. mZV S X X K x WATCH OUT, MEN: A bevy soak up vitamin D with a smile. boys relax at Lakeville where the improved beach facilities are for people of all ages of beauties from Regional ' 'FQ- M . - I 1 W t -1-s v 4. 7 Q M' ' 1 I no f , A af' U R K- , rs, -K V' 4' 4 I , a d A-off : :, s n 'ffl ' 61 -t ..f..w. ,J-.- .lv-.qs-5 Favorite Times Of the Da 4 g Q KEEP YOUR EYES OFF THE KEYBOARD SWING AND SWAY IN GYM CLASS TODAY. DO IT YOURSELF: Here a group of Industrial Art students study plans for their next project. FAVORITE TIME OF DAY: Lunch lines are shortened this year by a new schedule, but students are as hungry as ever. SAY, FELLAS: Leonard Stine launches big discussion in Twentieth Century History. Earl Brecher is getting ready for the rebuttal. ummer Brings Work and Pla L-r Canaan. SUPPOSEDLY WORKING: Mary Mather spends her summers at Hart's Store in Canaan. This is a favorite kind of work for high school students. . 5, sg - L.. Q- - M s.1 f . E' ,. .. 'E ..-,, - Z5',. T- -i- -. K LARK'S PADDY-WITHOUT THE RICE: Social Studies teacher, War- n Clark, spends his summer vacation as a life guard at Lake Wononsco- rmuc. Here he has plenty of time to contemplate world problems. XX It A PAUSE THAT REFRESHES: Nancy Aakjar, Barbara Monroe, and Dolores Perry await a coke at johnny's, student hang-out in 14 1.1, gs' ENERGETIC SERVICE STATION ATTEND- ANT: Walter Schreiber pumps gas for summer tourists. Regional students work at a variety of jobs during the summer vacation. Assemblies Break the Routine g ee it p Y ASSEMBLY APPLAUSE: Students cheer football players as they receive their letters at WITNESS FOR THE DEFENSE: Barbai an assembly. Monroe testifies in a mock trial of Hamlet in senior English class. Sue Oliver acts as judg DR. STODDARD DISCOURSES on problems in psychology. MESSERS TOUCH- D O W N: Coach Chinatti X presents co-captains, john Berti and Barclay Prindle, with autographed footballs from their teammates. WHERE TO? Gerry Tripp and Woody Sinclair, work- ing on The White Oak, try to decide where the next picture should be taken. The yearbook is one of the many extra- curricular activities which keep seniors busy. 64 E 1 Old-Fashioned Winter Returns in 9 REE MEN, TWO SKIS poses a prob- for Tom Blakey, Pepper Clark, and 1 Paine, who want to take advantage good skiing conditions. WINTER SPORTS OF ALI. KINDS from skating to old- fashioned sledding, find favor with John Corna, Lee Dwy, Marilyn Wood, and Pat Stuart. L A ,Wg I1. , ITS A MANS WORLD AFTER ALI., Tom Coons discovers, as Carolyn Scho- field, Ellen Doty, and Betsy Rote agree to let him ride. Pr' nrxtvrvxvn nxvnnrrnavv rr- nvnrrw - -Fi! 65 ang Back Row, left to right: S. Babuin, A. Satre, M. Cruikshank, H. Becker, S. Owens, V. Griffin, M. Lamb, J. Steele, A. Moseley, N. Nelson, C. Solan, G. Sherwood. Fourth Row: I. Morey, H. Lakin, B. Bennett, L. Dawson, S. Bayley, B. Adams, R. Flanagan, R. Morrow, H. Chesebro, L. Consolini, C. Williams, V. Rosseter, C. Semke, F. Harris. Third Row: N. Smith, B. Alderman, R. Brault, J. Patchen, P. Goodnow, N. Smedick. S. Downing, M. Vosburgh, M. Paley, A. Maccagnan, M. O'Connell, J. Coe, G. Camp. Second Row: S. Beckley, K. Bristol, N. Boyd, J. Riva, J. Perrotti, R. MacNeiI, N. Dodge, L. Ambjornsen, S. St. Charles, J. Zucco, M. Sutherland, A. Ives, M. Gibson. Seated: L. Elder, D. Clark, S. Dunn, B. Cote, D. Ford, E. Schneider, E. O'Dell, I. Lane, C. Dower, L. Coleman, L. McGarry, V. Consolini. Absent: J. Becker, E. Knapp, E. Gagnier, L. Gillette, J. Jessup, B. Plonski. .. Junior Class OFFICERS S. Beckley, vice-presidenl ev D. Bartholomew, treasure S. Hansell, president, J. Riva, secretary. Back Row, left to right: S. Hansell, G. Swanson, F. Thibault, C. Dakin, T. Parsons, L. Jones, W. Blass, E. Eichstedt. Fourth Row: A. Bierce, R. Trudeau, R. Calhoun, F. Palmer, T. Tweed, J. Gund, S. Rivard, J. Barnett, B. Zinke, H. McBride. Third Row: D. Bartholomew, A. Strong, R. Gagnier, R. Porter, T. Riley, J. Preston, S. Pratt, R. Ware, M. Casey, A. Peretti. Second Row: G. Fischer, E. Lucier, N. Hart, L. Hardy, P. Fraleigh, J. O'Donnell, C. Wilford, W. Barnett, C. Pickert, A. Genito. C .... J . T D.,.LA.. f' 1TJ...--,I.. Y f'-...Al T! C.....IA-,... KT fX..,-,-I,n..l-A- E KI,-f'.-2.-A in DA--n n ophomore Class T Q Back Row, left to right: J. Prindle, S. Fallon, D. Perrone, G. Met calfe, J. Andrus, G. Leis, M. May, K. Zetterstrom, L. Byrnes, E Becker, C. Gilderdale. Fourth Row: R. DeBarbieri, P. Dover, S Gavell, D. Carter, J. Bates, J. Fish, M. Hutchinson, J. Wells, J Woodin, M. Baker, D. Ammerman, D. Prindle, S. Blass, J. Menti J. Goodnow, A. Zimermann. Third Row: L. Stuhrman, G. Decker, D. Ford, B. Carberry, E. Haskell, S. Couse, R. Cathcart, L. Carlson P. Thrall, N. Svehla, R. Peirce, M. Dufour, D. Hickey, A. Sartori Second Row: L. Ford, S. Tompkins, J. Peterson, M. Mayer, K Smith, E. Rudd, K. Parsons, E. Drake, D. Miner, N.. Farnum, M Carroll, A. Athoe, G. O'Dell, M. Wilson, L. Hunter, J. Wright Seated: P. Houston, E. Small, J. Gordon, J. Clapp, J. Grimes, J Schlock, V. Drake, C. Dower, J. Moss, A. King, P. McGarry, J Stuart. Absent: S. Pickerr, D. Tessman, C. Tompkins. if Back Row, left to right: R. Kearns, G. Dean, H. Lethbridge, J. Lakin, R. Kenney, K. Chase, J. Erwin, R. Bohlmann, R. cluVergey. Fourth Row: J. Boyd, W. Palmer, D. O'Connell, R. Bliven, J. Man- sir, T. Fallon, J. Bartram, J. Dufour, G. Drumm, J. Matheson, P. Brazee. Third Row: G. Miller, T. Kearns, W. Bates, L. Bachetti, R. Whitford, R. Hickey, C. Silvernale, B. Reynolds, R. Perricone, J. Clyburn, R. Cirone. Second Row: J. Russell, C. Beauion, G. Maglio, L. Clark, R. Loverin, L. MacNeil, D. Harper, F. Hurliman W. Crump, J. Mansfield. Seated: H. Place, T. Gailes, F. Brown, J. Leon, R. Pozzi, L. Irving, J. Luning, H. Gobillot, R. Peterson, R. Austin, R. Frost, A. Hart. Absent: B. Carr, R. Davis, A. Duke, J Hammond, J. Wright. Freshman Class Back Row, left to right: M. Wolinski, B. Washburn, M. Strattman D. Conklin, P. Nichols, P. Edwards, L. Gillette, R. Russell, N Ostrander, M. Bentley. Fourth Row: J. Tompkins, J. Blass, C. St. Charles, L. Walters, N. Solan, L. Miner, P. Hall, M. Fife, J. Meuten, P. Cortesi, M. Lucier. Third Row: S. Steiger, K. Monroe, J. Shel- don, B. Berti, D. Coolbeth, J. Lamothe, J. Labbay, J. Gawel, M 5 'QQ S f. f Petrus, J. Mansir, R. Schreiber, N. Chase. Second Row: D. Scalley, C. Sackett, W. 0'Loughlin, A. Ackerman, M. Nichols, O. Haskell, J. Aakjar, N. Swenson, M. Norton, K. Stanton, S. Griffin, A. Barry. Seated: L. Tuncy, P. Degreenia, P. Fischer, S. Brazee, J. Murray, R. Twing, J. Yutzler, P. Siena, M. Loucks, J. lsaaksen, L. Bonhotel, M. Veronesi. Absent: J. Massini, J. Peterson, B. Russell. Back Row, left to right: E. Golden, J. Zucco, E. Carter, G. Hines R. Duntz, W. Zinke, R. Sisco, D. Von Richthofen, J. Kirkpatrick? J. Belter, D. Mansfield, R. Sieller. Fourth Row: K. Harring, C Wood, G. Barney, B. Boibeaux, C. Wilbur, L. Ludvigson, D Williams, B. Travis, R. Fulco, D. Segalla, P. Scott, T. Higgins, R Sellew, S. Schneider, G. Consolini, G. Stahovec. Third Row: H O'Dell, W. Bliven, R. Colmore, A. Lamb, D. Consolini, P. Waugh J. Meuten, F. Gomez, E. Phelps, R. Kinney, R. Patterson, T. Atkins. Second Row: D. Whitbeck, P. Contesi, W. Sitter, G. Decker, R Maddock, C. Johnson, E. Stapleton, D. Peet, R. Tuthill, A. Veronesi D. Tuncy, C. Grubbe. Seated: R. Pickert, R. Gustafson, F. Erwin R. Allyn, D. Mclnvoy, R. Boyles, E. Leclerc, L. Godding, W. Cor- coran, D. Hart, W. Wilford, J. Clark. Absent: J. Sarafin, R. Ralph G. Gordon, K. Chase, R. Allyn. paris What would school be without Jrts? Win or lose, you had fun al learned sportsmanship and team Ly. Besides the usual varsity sports, :re was an intramural program for :tyone and new activities like the aparatus Club for your added plea- fe. From the high scoring varsity lyer to the busy water boy, you all lled together for the Gold and nyal Blue. I FOOTB LL Co-captain Prindle Lupert, end Regional ,4.......,.. 33 Regional ..........,. 0 Pittsfield ............ Regional ............ 6 Darien ,..... ...... Regional ,i...,...... 0 Lee ........ ....,. Coons, half Baldy, half Jim, tackle Barky, center Chepola, guard Regional ....,..... Regional ......,4.. Regional ,.,..,.... rl korfff i Pete, quarter Walt, full Simsbury ...... ,..... 0 Canton ........ New Canaan Gilbert ii...,. 42 I Co captain Bern I .i f 0 ww Spoon, full Yabo, half I9 6 Football Squad Gina QJ,lDNq' I AL. 1234. ,F . Back Row, Left to Right: J. Clark, G. Consolini, H. O'Del1 G. Miller, G. Fischer, M. Casey, S. Schneider, D. Perry R. Fulco, R. Sisco, J. Clyburn. Middle Row, Left to Right' R. Ware, S. Rivard, G. Drumm, E. Eichstedt, E. Lucier, T. COACHES Coach Roland H. Chinatti Assistant Coach Edward M. Kirby CHEERLEADERS Eve Rudd Captain Cappy Smith Joyce Goodnow Pat Barbara Carberry Lydia Coleman Walsh Barbara Sondrini , Coons, E. McGuire, S. Matheson, D. Kinney, Coach Chin- , atri. From Row, Left to Right: W. Barr, J. Tompkins, F. . Baldwin, J. Ghidossi, W. Schreiber, Co-Captains Berti and Coach Kirby, E. Carter, J. Zucco, D. Ackerman, L. Bachetti, Prindle, F. Segalla, P. Fulco, T. Blakey, J. Branche. INDIVIDUAL SCORING Jacques Tompkins Ernest Lucier .......,. Fred Baldwin ..,. Thomas Blakey . ..., Jesse Branche .... 24 12 6 6 Richard Ware ,. ,.... ..,... . ,. .... . 6 Walter Schreiber ....., .......,.......,.. ..... 1 Total 102 X W' , ,will lil I ' 1 , w lil' M1 a t Q ,af .f H! 5.3 Z' '---Q-..- 'M 9 fs A Regional Kee S Basketball Bouncing To Reach tate Tournament in 19 6 Simsbury Darien Fitch Terryville Fitch Litchfield Thomaston Terryville SERIOUS HUDDLE: Coach Chi- natti plans strategy with Baldwin, Thibault, Dakin, and Berti. Regional Regional 63 Gilbert 45 52 42 Lee 61 64 73 Thomaston 44 50 70 Sirnsbury 58 53 52 Amity 41 69 51 Gilbert 59 50 68 Darien 74 46 49 Litchfield 40 47 OUTREACHED: Darien's height proves fatal to Regional. VARSITY CHEERLEADERS Back Row, left to right: S. Beckley, Captain M. Pitcher, R. De Bar- bieri. Front Row: J. Wells, A. Maccaggan, V. MacNeil. if ,I-J 633' 'E . . I ! 1 ,V ,, l s :wi vis., A .2 ff.gsn I A, .Fw 74 2 i- 1 -.- Q, 5 5 tl ' gn, , 5 GA' A ak C , Pisa USA QUSA 1 09 1 av- 62 Q 0ugnrN 2 .xbks 4 5 R95 ME ,, MR' I SQUAD arsity Squad Standing, left to right: L. Stineg D. Perry, E. Lucier, K. Haley, J. Berti, C. Dakin, Mr. Kirby, Kneel- ing: F. Thibault, F. Baldwin, Captain T. Blakey, S. Hansell, Coach Chinatti. Clockwise J. Grimes S. St. Charles K. Bristol J. Stuart. I , IV Cheerleaders M. Pitcher, A Z? I I' Q Q I Track Team Has Excellent Season f Q? Y 1 f X ji' Evra fx H X . X ,fr lllft ,jx ta l 1 . .3 1 If 1 I Q .XX X .y X' . . ff- f' Schreiber and javelin. Pole vault champion Fulco hurtling over' the bar. This year Regionals trackmen ploughed their way through cinder and mud to finish in the rose-colored spotlight of one of their most successful seasons. At the state meet held at Yale, Regional captured first place in two events. Pete Fulco led the way with a 10'6 pole vault, breaking the record he had set earlier in the season for the Housatonic Valley League. Glen Fischer won another first place at Yale when he leaped the high jump bat at 5'6 . Under Mr. Travis's able leadership and coaching, the track squad ended the season with the feeling that it had made an excellent showing. I vs' I ta., X ffm . -Bm Top Row, Left to Right: R. Frost, A. Hart, J. Branche, A. Duke, Coach Travis. Second Row: K. Haley, W. Blass, W. Schreiber, R. Calhoun, F. Griswold. First Row: P. Fraleigh, N. Quackenbos, D. Mercer, P. Fulco, G. Fischer. 77 Baseball Team Wins Second Place Co-captains Tompkins and Baldwin enjoy a good joke with Coach Kirby in optimistic anticipation of another victory for Regional's nine. 1956 SCHEDULE Regional Kaynor Tech 7 15 St. Mary's 2 15 Gilbert 0 19 Simsbury 1 4 Simsbury 4 3 Watertown 4 5 Pittsfield 10 4 Amity Regional 2 7 St. Mary's 5 15 Kaynor Tech 2 11 Gilbert 0 4 Pittsfield 8 O Torrington 2 1 1 State Tournament Semi-Finals Branford 1 Regional 3 State Tournament Finals Seymour 3 Regional 2 Manager Eddie McGuire Back Row, Left to Right: E. McGuire, S. Schneider, T. Atkins, A. Lamb, T. Parsons, H. O'Dell, J. Matheson, R. Patterson, F. Erwin. Second Row: S. Hansell, B. Prindle, D. Riley, L. Stine, C. Dakin, T. Fallon, L. Irving. Kneeling: Coach Kirby, J. Berti, F. Segalla, Co-captains Tompkins and Baldwin, 78 R. Perricone, A. Febbroriello. in tate Class B Tournament , E Catcher Berti in a cloud of dust. Febbroriello has time to spare. Baldwin is a study of grim determination. Tom- my Parsons is behinrl him. 1 3 1 iffy Q-Axe-. X . ' 'W 4 ', . ,,.Q' ,Q ' A IA- ,. A. --4f4'. nu - A 'J ' ' -.. - - . ., - 4- i awk- Y ga-1 .4-,. hs.. ' , ' lj' - . ,L , WF - - 174' .- '.' ,rl-. ', ,, . ' 'ni ?g lf ,. T, iff :,L 'fQ' 1 T . Q ' as ea- l s s ,., ' . ..,. -'P A.. :arse . . -N ., ' we 1-we.sai.,-124--f A - is - ' 7 fi R V-rw. - 1 - fi' 'Z-' , QA , ' - f' kffiiflf' - 1' .. . rt bil? Q' ' . - - :Mu ei ' .. .ggf ' 1f'v'L'f' i f-1 Zzfr .. - ka' - 'Z ,. . .V ' .. .mn-1 Q., ., f .4 ,, 1 N g ,f, V ' ,' K j' W' , ,, ,Q em -1 - ,wig g ,. 2 S... J... r-. itfhglff' 'U ii-. .. . . gg,-4 f r. ,' ,412 an fl' , ,. N- .Pt , 7 ' .L .-W 'A . . 1 T . Nea l.. - N, .4 fa E pgs ,W ,L w 2 W t - W., f '- ' - mm A ' i' - ii' X' -w. ?' ' : ny., , Z. A . . V .lr My V A 5 . V Q . . , ' f . i if -. , AWA . ,gg 79 The umpire calls a play in an important game. Cross Countr Weight Lifting Back Row, Left to Right: R. Kenney, J. Irwin, R. Hickey, W. Blass, R. Calhoun, G. Drumm, R. Paterson. Second Row: H. Stapleton, L. Bachetti, J. O'Donnell, T. Fallon, J. Bartram, H. McBride. Standing, Left to Right: J. Luning, C. Beaujon, R. Kneeling: E. Carter, R. Sisco, G. Stahovec, W. Bates, R. Ralph. Loverin, G, Swanson, L. Jones. Kneeling: R. Pozzi, L. Irving, H. Gobillot, H. McBride. Apparatus Club Back Row, Left to Right: P. Fraleigh, J. Corcoran, R. Calhoun, B, Prindle, E. Eichstedt, G. Drumm, R. Kenney, J. Barnett. Third Row: J. Tompkins, P. Fulco, D. Black, W. Schreiber, W. Barr, H. Stapleton, R. Porter, R. Hickey, W. Barnett. Second Row.: S. Brickman, P. Moni, C. Gold, E. Doty, so P. Mansfield, J. Aakjar, A. Johnson, V. MacNeil, F. Hurliman. Front Row: D. Brown, S. Blass, M. vmkumh Q Rf-rlflev K. Brisml. B. Carberrv. A. Athoe. P. Huston, H. Boyles. - I fe tures My hula dance down in the lower left-hand corner is to remind you of the good time we had at the Junior Assembly. There were a lot of other special events: the Senior Play, the Senior Ball, the Junior Prom, and all those exciting moments that made graduation a thrilling climax to twelve years of going to school. r f 9' A L, K fiifjzf? is W gfrfffjf A U ,' , fjfffffflefff- ,. Q- in ti fri .. t i iiii -ll vi A i VW I , , it , if W ill l ff fl l ll ll lll XX Prom limaxes Junior Year Her Majesty, the Queen With Cherry Pink and Appleblossom White as our theme, we decorated the gym to suggest the medieval Cinderella legend come true in 1955. Mary Pitcher was the lucky girl, voted by her classmates to reign over the festivities. Leonard Stine acted as general chairman for the many hard-working committees, and Mrs. Scriber served as faculty adviser. Long Live Queen Mary! London Bridge . 82 The pause that refreshes v Ii: L , 'X WM ' A J 3' ,ov M' gi ,in 9 v Q fl, , , Kai an sig! ,H , MEZZ H sg fix? E33 :Q Xxx' Qi: .yww M 'E' 4' M 2:11, 3514 L 2 pf, ' I mv Q r ag-,K U - S f'hx1 If 5 1 gy Y: x 'NH ' - . A wg N 7 A ww-'HW' Housatonic Bali Hgai The Junior Assemlby of 1955 was an y ,3 , 'A'V 5 4 ut, t emi if FfQX at 'v 1 1 2 : Plink, Plank, Plunk! Reverend Leonard Stine The Jazzy Five W amusing take-off on the play South Pacific. Woody Sinclair and his committee wrote the script, and Woody and the faculty ad- visers directed. The assembly was a big success, and a great deal of talent was displayed. It is the opinion of many that the 1955 Jun- ior Assembly was one of the best student assemblies in the history of the school. v' jackie, dites-moi Jane's Our Honey Bun X.. I , 'T f 'l,,. . . . She wore the dress No Dames Stuff' l'm as corny as Kansas . . 85 Wheww - is it warm! Violer's go: that feelin'. R Wfhe Winslow Boyw ls Smash for Seniors E l .,N,,.....,..-.--- 3 -fail Sir Robert begins the cross-examination. The leading lady and her man Family and friends join in a toast. I MVA'-V MLA ,, .., .. W ' .yawn--wi 51 If Caulet Ronald Winslow . - ,-:---X4 .has w52:1fM ..A fg51fg5E,:,, s, , . .M ,'11fff'f f'W 9 U - CAST vmzie llvfllflflll' Gary Pulver ole! Nancy Devaux Audrey Faltermeier tbnr u7i7Zfl0ll' Peter Schwab are Wirzilozcf Jane Canfield Katherine Stephens cbie Wimlozz' Thomas Byrnes tlaerirze Wirzylozz' Linda Kelsey 672 Wfullrerftofze john Berti 'mzond Czzrry jack Peyron in Burner Susan Oliver wi Thomas Coons Stanley Jennings Roberl Morton Ellery Sinclair llf ill il HK if if Ill il zge Manager Mary Mather rimmt Carolyn Eiby .rineff Mtzmzger Barbara Sondrini ,rimzrzt Carol Spadaccini vmpfer Phyllis Dower rertor Mr. Kobler March 23 and 24, 1956 ior Play Committee before the w. Mary Mather makes up Chair- 1 Peter Schwab while jack Pey- ancl Tom Byrnes wait their turn. Senior Ball Proves to be Une A AH-Q. 'QM Uf Those M'lVloment to Rememberw I 1 1 6 t i Fx Xt 54-A A glistening dance floor, subdued lighting, blue and white streamers stud- ded with silver stars, and Dave Riley's nostalgic cartoons provided the setting for this year's Senior Ball. The theme, Moments to Remember, was used to remind seniors of the highlights in their experiences during the past four years. Witli Mr. Kirby as faculty ad- viser and John Berti and Ellery Sinclair as co-chairmen, the entire class turned out to make the Senior Ball one of the most spectacular and enjoyable dances in several years. ' L 2 I Class Da Iune 1 196 Clair Favorite: junior Asfembly Ven. Sara Conlon, Fred Griswold, 3 Vergne Harvey, Mike Leclerc, Dolores Perry Peter Schwab School Song High Above the Housatonicn Virtuoxo Emme Stephens f 4, '1 I n l ,.. L , Clan Pr0,rident WHITE OAK C1415 Poem Fred Baldwin DC1iiCHfi0f1 I PM Mgngfielll Woods Sinclair presents dedication scroll to Mr. Kirby. Clan Prophecy Clam Will Clan Ilirtory Jane Clyburn, Frank Segalla Bark Prindle, Mary Pitcher Leonard Stine, Paula Moni Graduation limaxes Busy Year 1 A JERRY CORCORAN, in a thoughtful mood, iust be- fore the graduates lined up for the ptocessional. MARY MATHER looks on with amusement as Kath- erine Stephens tries to manipulate water fountain. ,X COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER Walter Prichard Eaton charms audience with his genial wit and hard common sense. BOARD CHAIRMAN C. Whittlesey Hart presents Marilyn Wood with her diploma while Nancy Aakjar waits her turn. es A FRED BALDWIN receives Good Sportsmanship Medal from Dr. Stoddard. GOOD CITIZENSHIP Medal is awarded to Leonard Stine. PROUD GRADUATES file across flower-banked stage to receive their diploma 92 1 eww i L W' xy 2 I 255' 8 PROGRAM OF EXERCISES at the SEVENTEENTH ANNUAL COMMENCEMENT CLASS OF 195 6 Friday, june 22, 1956 - 8:15 O'Clock DR. PAUL W. STODDARD, PRESIDING Organ Prelude March of the Priests Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy The National Anthem Invocation Reverend William Hindle Kent Congregational Church Hymn - O GOD, OUR HELP IN AGES PAST Isaac Watts Tune - St. Anne Salutatory Roger Barnum Clapp Essays Susan Mary Oliver, Gary Allan Pulver, Marjatta Herpola Commencement Address Walter Prichard Eaton, M.A. Formerly Professor of Playwriting, Yale University Valedictory Linda Carol Kelsey Presentation of the Class of 1956 Dr. Ina C. Sartorius District Superintendent of Schools Presentation of Diplomas C. Whinlesey Hart Chairman of the Regional High School Board The Oath of Athenian Youth Award of Good Sportsmanship and Citizenship Medals Sportsmanship: Frederick Leroy Baldwin, john Randolph Berti Citizenship: Linda Carol Kelsey, Leonard Rene Stine Presentation of Award of Merit to Dr. Lawrence Kingsley Hall Hymn - AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL Katherine Lee Bates Tune - Materna Benediction Reverend Mr. Hindle Recessional March COpus 85 Ernst W. Barnard Organ Postlude 94 40110201 'UN-Y BA . T T N K AN D T RU 5 T A LAKEVILLE. CONN I r SALISBURY BANK 8m TRUST CO. LAKEVILLE, CONNECTICUT 2 'SHA --.I CC ii' I I 4 1 i 1 I Bus TRANSPORTATION TO THE REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DUFOUR'S GARAGE LAKEVILLE CONNECTICUT 1 BERG:NTY's MARKET, lNc. DANNY 5 SHOE SHOP Mean and Gfocefie-f Shoe! fof the Entire TAylor 4-7229 HEmlock 5-2646 FALLS VILLAGE CONNECTICUT LAKEVILLE CONNECTICUT 000f000 95 OUR BEST WISHES To the Class of 1956 N. M. WATSON 8. 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