Martha's Vineyard Regional High School - Vineyarder Yearbook (Martha's Vineyard, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1962 volume:

t ' • m % Published by THE SENIOR CLASS ’s Vineyard Regional High School Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts FOREWORD Another busy year has passed at Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School—one of classes, athletics, dances, and meetings. It is our hope that we, the members of the 1962 Vineyarder Staff, have captured the highlights of this past year. To help complete this resume we have added a new section on academic life in which we have portrayed the activities of the students within the classroom. It is this section that depicts the serious side of our ‘preparation for life. Many activities of the past school year will become for us cherished memories, such as the exciting games, popular dances, and the junior prom. For the last time we seniors will walk through the halls of Mar¬ tha’s Vineyard Regional High School as students. An unknown philoso¬ pher said, “Memories are oft forgotten, if there is no reminder of them.” Let this 1962 Vineyarder be your reminder. Betty Chatterton The Editor 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword _ 2 Vineyarder Staffs _ 4 Dedication _ 6 Administration _ 7 Faculty _ 11 Seniors _ 17 Senior Superlatives _ 42 Class History _ 44 Underclassmen _ 47 Underclassmen Favorites _ 54 Academic Life _ 55 Organizations _ 63 Activities _ 71 Athletics _ 77 Maintenance _ 85 Guidance Counselor’s Message _ 86 Patrons _ 88 3 VINEYARDER LITERARY STAFF Miss Barbara Lassen _______ Advisor SEATED (1. to r.) C. daRosa; D. Shackleton; R. Steere; M. . Wannamaker; K. Beauchemin. STANDING (1. to r.) M. Mc- Ruth Chatterton ----- Assistant Editor Donough; E. Rebello; W. Santos; S. Norton; A. Bettencourt; M. Betty Chatterton ._______ Editor Anderson. Susan Jackson ___ Business Manager Mr. Ralph Snow _ Advisor ART STAFF LAYOUT STAFF SEATED E. Isaac; D. Shackleton; R. Steere; K. Beauchemin; N. Seward. STANDING M. McDonough; S. Norton; M. Ander- (1. to r.) R. Ferreira; A. BenDavid; D. Steere; W. Lawrence; D. Lewis; K. Hearn. STAFFS ADVERTISING STAFF PHOTOGRAPHY STAFF SEATED (1. to r.) A. Bettencourt; N. Seward; K. Beauchemin; E. Isaac; B. Borges. STANDING (1. to r.) K. O’Neil; L. Nunes; D. Whiting; S. Norton; L. Mayhew; G. Surprenant; C. daRosa; M. Anderson. (1. to r.) S. Norton; S. Burgess; M. Perry; J. Bettencourt. The production of a school annual is a great task for any senior class to under¬ take and requires unity and concentrated effort of a great many people. These people have worked diligently under the leadership of Betty Chatterton and her assistant, Ruth Chatterton, to present a yearbook which, we hope, will become one of your most prized possessions as it reflects another active year at Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School. TYPING STAFF SUBSCRIPTIONS STAFF SEATED (1. to r.) C. Ward; L. daRosa. STANDING (1. to r.) M. Whittemore; B. Borges; A. Bettencourt; W. Santos. SEATED (1. to r.) N. Seward; K. Beauchemin; E. Rebello; B. Borges; M. Perry. STANDING (1. to r.) K. O’Neil; A. Perry; W. Santos; G. Tyra; L. Nunes. K DEDICATION “CORRECTION DOES MUCH, BUT ENCOURAGE¬ MENT DOES MORE. EN¬ COURAGEMENT AFTER CENSURE IS AS THE SUN AFTER A SHOWER.” —GOETHE MRS. PHILIP J. DREW MR. JOHN W. MAYHEW The class of 1962 is pleased to dedicate this Vineyarder to its class advisors, Mrs. Philip J. Drew and Mr. John W. Mayhew, as a token of its deep appreciation for their valuable assistance rendered dur¬ ing our three years at Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School. Mrs. Drew and Mr. Mayhew, more than any other members of the faculty, have had direct and effective influence on the members of our class. They have cleared many obstacles from the pathway to our future success. They have given us countless hours of patient co¬ operation inspired by their devoted interest in the class. To you, Mrs. Drew and Mr. Mayhew, we sincerely dedicate this resume of our final year of high school. May it always serve as the voice of the class in saying, “thank you.” 6 ADMINISTRATION SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE CHARLES E. DOWNS As graduation becomes a reality, you, no doubt, have paused and reflected on what has passed and have looked forward with a somewhat timid expectation of what is to come in the many years ahead. During the last few months, perhaps, there have been continual additions to the list of things that you have done “for the last time at high school.” It is a good feeling? Are you glad to be leaving Martha’s Vineyard Regional for good, or are you at least a little sad? It may seem strange but you are not quite sure how you feel because you are leaving just a bit of yourself at the Regional and you are taking just a bit of the Regional with you. For that part of you which you have left your school thanks you for your con¬ tribution to its heritage. With that part of the school which you have taken with you may you find yourself inspired to cope with your future ambitions. I join with your parents, teachers, and friends in wishing you success in your future endeavors. 8 PRINCIPAL ' S MESSAGE � - Since your early years of high school, graduation has seemed an entity of the future; but already it has become a part of the present, and tomorrow it will be a part of your history. Mark Twain once said that training is everything; that the peach wa.s once a bitter almond, and that a cauliflower is nothing but a cabbage with an education. I suppose that is much like saying that education is to life what cultivation is to farming. For some of you, graduation marks the end of your formal training, while for others it is the gate to the next academic challenge. Whichever be the case, I hope that the Regional High School has contributed in at least a small measure to the successes that life holds in store for you. Continue your pursuit of learning. To stand still now is to move backward. What¬ ever be your goal, prepare yourself for its demands by continuously increasing your knowledge of the work you will do and of the world you live in. This is a luxury that all can afford. What you have accomplished in the classrooms of the past twelve years will be reflected in your successes of tomorrow. Remember that there is no unique formula for success; rather, success is something that comes to those who know how to kill time by working it to death; and not by waiting for a ship to come in that was never sent out. Congratulations on this happy occasion and may all your future endeavors be rising and rewarding. CHARLES A. DAVIS 9 SCHOOL COMMITTEE Left to Right are Mr. Alfred Metell; Mrs. Donald R. Mills; Mrs. Gordon Perry; Mr. William W. Figueiredo; Mr. William M. Honey; Dr. Russell S. Hoxsie, Chairman; Mrs. John W. Mayhew; Dr. David Rappaport; Mrs. Louis S. Larsen; Mr. Alfred Hall. To many of you in the Class of 1962, the School Committee is probably a remote body with whom you have little contact. However, we, who are fortunate enough to serve on the current committee, feel close to you. We watch your progress as a class; we strive to enrich your school experience; we feel keenly your successes and your failures. Your contribution to your society will be in a way the measure of our success or failure. Particularly you of the “cool generation” have many epithets to live down; but, indeed, each generation of high school graduates has had its label and characterization. Yours is not much worse than some and better than others. You of the “cool generation” have also many challenges to face, opportunities to serve and adventures to pursue. We wish you well in all these things. Sponsored by THEODORE P. HENLEY Contractor and Builder J. AXEL HOGLUND Painting and Decorating Edgartown WINTUCKET DAY CAMP BARRY’S AUTO-ELECTRIC 10 MR. EUGENE BAER Art and Crafts MR. RALPH BRIGGS Industrial Arts “You’ve got to learn perspective!” MRS. RICHARD COLTER School Secretary MISS PATRICIA BROWN School Nurse please.” “How about that?” MRS. GEORGE COSTA Commercial “I believe you, there are mil¬ lions that wouldn’t, but l be¬ lieve you.” 12 MR. VINCENT DONNDELINGER English and Latin MRS. PHILLIP D. DREW, JR. Home Economics “Eventually you will get to like poetry.” MR. LIDAY E. HAMILTON Science MRS. WILLIAM E. GEYER Vocal Music “Get away from the mirror, girls. MR. ALLEN B. HOVEY Instrumental Music “All right, scholars. “How many of you actually prac¬ ticed this week?” MR. ELLIOTT KNIGHT English “It takes 46 muscles to frown and 13 to smile.” MR. JOHN W. MAYHEW Mathematics “That must be a real funny prob¬ lem you’re working on back there.” MR. BRUCE LITTLEFIELD Social Studies “All right now, let’s be quiet.” MISS BARBARA LASSEN Commercial “Never, never, never strike over!” MR. DANIEL G. McCARTHY Mathematics “What are you doing here?” MR. GEORGE J. MOLAN Industrial Arts “Progress, boys, progress ” MR. GEORGE ROBERTSON English “. .. and all that jazz. MR. FRANCIS PACHICO Physical Education “Up one ... up two ... up three ... up thirty-four . . . up thirty-jive. MRS. CYRUS S. NORTON Librarian “That ' s what we have the card cata¬ log for.” MR. JOSEPH B. ROBICHAU English “You had better get a corridor pass. 15 mi MISS HAZEL SKARP Physical Education “’Well, l guess not. MR. WILLIAM R. VIRCHOW Social Studies and Science MR. A. DOUGLAS STEWART Science “If you can ' t do this my way, we’ll do it your way—after school!” “Now hold on to your hats.” MR. RALPH SNOW Social Studies “Is this fact or opinion?” MR. MILTON WEISSBERG French and Spanish “Get rid of that monotone and add some inflection.” ; Ti 5 ft % Grouped v cordincj to the Number of Outer [Valence] Electrons Mg SENIORS 17 I __ . __ 1 ._ ____ _ mm : • _, WILLIAM FREDERICK SANTOS “Rill” “Willie” . . . “Rev” . . . good dancer . . . nice smile . . . neat . . . “Give me a buzz” . . . hunting . . . South Water Street . . . binoculars . . . argumentative . . . meatballs and spaghetti . . . T. T. operators . . . cleaning ducks at midnight . . . albino crows . . . orange soda . . . Treasurer 1; Prom Refreshment Committee 3; Graduation Marshall 3; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 3; President 4; Yearbook (typing) 4. “To know h im once is to like him always ROSEMARY FAYE STEERE “Rosie” “Oh, no!” . . . sheep . . . fried clams . . , future teacher . . . neat . . . gay . . . middle names . . . studious . . . Cronig’s . . . talks with her hands . . . “Scibo” . . . Treasurer 1; Cheerleader 1, 4; Chorus 1; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; D.A.R. Essay Award 2, 3; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 2, 3; Prom Com¬ mittee 3; Office Secretary 3; Voice of Democracy Contestant 3; Vice President 3, 4; National Honor Society 3, 4; Basketball 3; English Review 4; Yearbook (art and literary) 4; Student Government Day 4 (alternate 3). “ ’Tis good to be merry and wise.” LUCINDA A. DAROSA “Cindy” Parties . . . “Peach” . . . chicken alley . . . “Number, please” . . . chairman of art supplies . . . business course . . . Gene . . . ’57 Chevy . . . Chorus 1; Student Council 1, 2; Cheerleader 1, 3; Prom Publicity Committee 3; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 3; Office Secretary 3, 4; National Honor Society 3, 4; Secretary 4; Needlecraft President 4; Yearbook (typing, art, literary) 4. “A grateful mind is a great mind.” Sponsored by MARTHA’S VINEYARD PRINTING COMPANY Oak Bluffs SHEILA ELIZABETH BERUBE “Sheila” Laundry . . . bottle drives . . . drug store . . . “Are you for real?” . . . sabotaging Coot’s car . . . “That’s raunchy.” . . . Sheila and the kids . . . Oak Bluffs . . . summer vacations . . . H-B cough drops . .. school starts at 9:00 . . . Chorus 1; Radio-Electronics 3; Prom Financial Committee 3; Treas¬ urer 3, 4; Girls’ State Alternate 3. “Tardy, but present!” SUSAN ELAINE JACKSON “Sue” Athletic . . . petition for a 30-hour day . . . “Hold on to your safety pins!” . . . “Well!!” . . . “Let’s have a debate” . . . always busy . . . Hershey Bars . . . “man” . . . empty gas tanks . . . flat tires . . . Chorus 1, 2; Harmonettes 1, 2; Student Speakers 2; President 2, 3; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 (co-captain 3); Band 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4, (vice president 3); String Ensemble 1, 2, 3; Student Government Day 3; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 2, 3; Voice of Democracy Award 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; Historian 4; Yearbook Business Manager 4; Cheering 4. “Ambition, like a torrent, never looks back” The mainstay of any class is its officers. These people accept, along with the honor of high office, great responsibilities. Throughout the year the senior officers have exercised qualities of leadership, character, and thoughtfulness. They have freely sacrificed much time and effort to help steer the class safely through the details of ordering personal cards and announce¬ ments, planning the senior ball and class banquet, and carrying out class projects and graduation plans. These people have been personifications of both class and school spirit. We appreciate all they have done to make our last year at M. V. R. H. S. a successful one. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS President _ _ William Santos Vice President _ Rosemary Steere Secretary _ Lucinda da Rosa Treasurer _ Sheila Berube Historian _ Susan Jackson Sponsored by CRONIG BROS., INC. RENEAR FORD SALES, INC. Vineyard Haven ' 1 MARTHA M. ANDERSON “Marti” Artistic . . . zoo . . . “Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” . . . likes parties . . . study halls . . . good friend . . . co-operative . . . anti-Castro . . . creative . . . Globe Trotter . . . neat . . . dislikes hunting seasons and bass derbies . . . Honor Roll 1; Basketball 1; Junior Red Cross Representative 2; Press Club 3; Prom Advertising Committee 3; Yearbook (literary and advertising) 4. “A contented heart is an even sea in the midst of all storms.” JOSEPH ARAUJO “Joe” Strawberry frappes . . . anything for a laugh . . . “What do you like best?” . . . life ambition—to graduate . . . truck driving . . . football manager . . . the unknown at the Halloween Dance . . . “Ah-so!” . . . Cross Country 1, 2, 3; Football 3, manager 4; Track 2, 3; Basketball 2, 3. “Laugh and the world laughs with you.” GEORGE B. ATHEARN “Harry” Bottle saver . . . “Can’t waste any gas!” . . . orchestra rehearsals . . . up-island . . . tall. . . fireman . . . hot cars . . . String Ensemble 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 2, 3, 4. “Patience is a necessary ingredient of genius.” Sponsored by ELIZABETH ROGERS, BEAUTICIAN THE SHETLAND SHOP MOSHER PHOTO SERVICE LESLIE’S DRUG STORE Vineyard Haven TIMOTHY D. BAIRD “Timmy” Fishing . . . hunting . . . hates crowds . . . loves the great out of doors . . . pleasing personality . . . homeroom study . . . Conservation Club 2; Rod and Gun Club 3; Prom Clean-up Com¬ mittee 3. “A man of few words makes the least errors.” JOSEPH S. BATTEN “Joe” Old cars . . . “Oh, go on!” . . . happy go lucky . . . Canadian . . . arguments . . . fishing . . . mowing lawns . . . hunting . . . “A light heart lives long.” KATHLEEN ANN BEAUCHEMIN “Kathy” Artistic . . . Dora’s Seafood . . . North Carolina . . . drummer . . . sweet kid . . . future lab technician . . . Nantucket . . . “Boston, here I come.” . . . spicy foods . . . trips off-island . . . Pete . . . Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Prom Decoration Committee 3; Yearbook (art, literary, advertising) 4. “The two noblest of things, which are sweetness and light.” Sponsored by EDGARTOWN POLICE THE SEAFOOD SHANTY BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION COFFEE SHOP Edgartown AUGUSTUS D. BENDAVID, III “Gus” “Steve” . . . Bar-bell Club President . . . cars . . . nature boy . . Chicken Street . . . “It’s a wonderful thing!” . . . curly hair . . . oeta . . . future conservationist. . . “Is that right?” . . . Prom Clean-up Committee 3; Yearbook (layout) 4. v “A true sportsman in all he does” ANDREANNA BETTENCOURT “Ann” Blushing belle . . . The Chappequidickite . . . picnic lunches . , . Thursdays! . . . H-Bars . . . “Don’t make me nervous!” . . . big pocketbooks . . . sports . . . Bryant Stratton . . . Basketball 1; Camera Club Secretary 2; Biology Club Secretary 3; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 3; Prom Financial Committee 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; Yearbook (advertising and typing) 4. “Fair, in that she never made herself fairer than what nature made her.” JUDITH A. BETTENCOURT “Judy” Green Hornet . . . one of the kids . . . “Yea, Man” . . . talkative . . . “I don’t know” . . . trips to Otis and Washington . . . “Oh, those freshmen!” . . . trucks . . . ’53 Ford . . . dances . . . doesn’t quite enjoy sewing . . . Chorus 2, 4; FUSER Club 3; Prom Refreshment Committee 3; Yearbook (photography) 4. “Youth comes but once in a lifetime ” Sponsored by ARCADE SODA SHOP AND LUNCHEONETTE G B CLOTHING BERNARD’S GARAGE PHILLIPS HARDWARE STORE Oak Bluffs BARBARA ANNE BORGES “Barb” T Si T . . . neat . . . responsibilities . . . future secretary . . . Tfiaient.. , good sense of humor . . . “Geesh” . . . ho r, ;s 1; Camera Club 2; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 3; Girls’ S jte Alternate 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; Basketnall 1, 2, 3, 4; Tea book (advertising, subscriptions, typing) 4. “Well-timed silence hath more eloquence than speech.” SYLVIA M. BURGESS “Sylvia” “Silly” . . . “Shultzey” . . . “Alice” . . . fickle . . “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes” . . . tap dancing . . . . . Bosco, ice cream and nuts . . , the “uke” . . . . . “Chinese Fire Drills” . . . “Quack!” . . seasons . . . . runs a zoo . . . . “Globe Trotters” . “All that mud!” . dislikes hunting Basketball 1; Chorus 1; Band Majorette 1, 2; Orchestra 1, 2; String Ensemble 1, 2; Cheerleader 2; Biology Club 3; Prom Decoration Committee 3 ; Yearbook (photography) 4. “The laughter of girls is, and ever was, among the delightful sounds of the earth” MARGARET ELIZABETH CHATTERTON “Betty” Homeroom periods . . . future social worker . . . “I’m hungry.” . . . “What a riot!” . . . “Are you kidding?” . . . long-distance telephone calls . . . classical music . . . “We’ve got to have a meeting this afternoon!” . . . mountain climbing . . . President 1; Biology Club 2; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; String Ensemble 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Chorus 1, 2; Harmonettes 1, 2; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; National Honor Society 3, 4 (vice president 3); Prom Music Committee 3; Voice of Democracy Award 3; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 3; Girls’ State 3; Yearbook Assistant Editor 3, Editor 4; Student Council Vice President 3, President 4; D.A.R. Good Citizen Award 4. “To be active is the primary vocation of man.” Sponsored by THE EDGARTOWN NATIONAL BANK Edgartown GLORIA A. DEBETTENCOURT “Gloria” “Toots” . . . “Big Glo” . . . quiet. . . food . . . homework . . . Future Homemakers of America 4; Chorus 1. “It takes a great person to be a good listener” X es SHARON C. DIAMOND “Sharon” Green Ford . . . quiet. . . good dancer . . . Chorus 1; Press Club 3; Future Homemakers of America 4. “The happiest heart that ever beat” TIMOTHY DOWNS “Tim” Up on current events ... a confirmed bachelor ... “I almost know!” . . . “It’s about that time” . . . athletic . . . “Ready do-own, ready se-et, HI-IKE, 1-2-3” crash . . . Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 3; Honor Roll 3; Citizenship- Scholarship Letter 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; Football 3, co¬ captain 4. “All the qualifications of a regular fellow all rolled into one.” Sponsored by CLASS OF 1963 CLASS OF 1964 RONALD DANIEL FERREIRA “Ronnie” Hot sports cars . . . crazy beat . . . axe heads at Spindles . . . hunting . . . pipes and joints . . . wrestler . . . “Hi-ya, cutie” . . . Halloween costumes . . . Bostonians! . . . “You knucklehead!” .. . Dance Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Prom Advertising Committee 3; Yearbook (layout) 4. “A true friend is forever a friend JOANN R. FONTAINE “Jo” “Big Joe” . . . Edgartown 251 .. . Lincoln . . . disagreeable people . . . hunting and fishing seasons . . . likes good food . . . fun . . . Chorus 1; Future Homemakers of America 4. “Patience and fortitude conquer all things.” EUGENE C. FRANCIS “Gene” Good dancer . . . hunting . . . math classes . . . deer hunting . . . Gay Head . . . majored in ‘alibi-ology.’ . . . “Contentment opes the source of every joy.” Sponsored by R. M. PACKER R. M. PACKER CO., INC. Vineyard Haven SUSAN G. GASKILL “Sue” “I actually set my hair last night.” . . . Where’s Karen? . . . seamstress . . . short skirts . . . the twist . . . “Frankly” . . . President 1; Chorus 1; Dramatics Club 2; Prom Financial Com¬ mittee 3; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 3; Future Homemakers of America 3; National Honor Society 3, 4. “The only jewel which will not decay is knowledge .” STEPHEN M. GOODE “Steeve” Aqua lungs . . . Renear’s Garage . . . Mary’s Restaurant . . . blue Ford . . . sense of humor . . . plaid roof tops . . . Chilmark . . . “To a young heart everything is fun.” KAREN HALL “Karen” ’57 Hillman convertible . . . “Says I to myself—Self?” . . . “Got a good thing going for you there.” . . . “Bad news” . . . M-G’s . . . attractive . . . summer parties . . . Bostonians . . . traffic tickets . . . dead batteries . . . “Buckporte” . . . Basketball 1; Cheerleader 1; Chorus 1, 2; Dramatics Club 2; Prom Decoration Committee 3. “Neatness is a crowning grace of womanhood .” Sponsored by COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY OF VINEYARD HAVEN, INC. ATSCO OIL COMPANY Vineyard Haven ■ r - ' a PRESTON G. HARRIS “Preston” “P. G.” . . . good student . . . up-island . . . astronomy . . . camping . . . tall . . . books . . . economics . . . doesn’t care for rock and roll. . . science . . . ’42 Chrysler . . . Treasurer 1; Honor Roll 1, 2, 3; Conservation Club 2; Radio Elec¬ tronics 3; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 2, 3; National Honor Society 3, 4. “Patience is the key of content.” PETER JAMES HATHAWAY “Pete” Advertisements . . . likes a good joke . . . Ocean Heights . . . water skiing . . . deer and duck hunting . . . Tuesday Sociology classes . . . engines . . . bottle drives . . . Anthiers Pond . . . “To be content with what we possess is the greatest and most secure of riches.” KEVIN MICHAEL HEARN “Kevin” “Red” . . . “Spruce” . . . “How big did you say that fish was?” . . . Derby list . . . marshmallows . . . guns . . . “Pal” . . . boats . . . rods and reels . . . Duck’s big fish . . . swimming . . . red and blue fenders . . . Chorus 1; Electronics Club 3; Football 3; Prom Decoration Com¬ mittee 3; Yearbook (layout) 4. “Humor is the harmony of the heart.” Sponsored by ELDRIDGE WHITE CO., INSURANCE RELIABLE SELF-SERVICE MARKET Oak Bluffs ELIZABETH C. ISAAC “Beth” “Red” . . . Menemsha . . . bundle of fun . . . United States History . . . Red Devils . . . “Oh, this hair!” . . . tiny waist . . . pizza . . . bowling . . . skating . . . fishing . . . flat tires . . . dogs’ tails . . . dead batteries . . . Secretary 1; Chorus 1; Prom Decoration Committee 3; Yearbook (advertising and art) 4. “Gentle in method, resolute in action.” JEFFREY P. KURTH “Jeff” “Red” . . . blusher . . . up-island . . . boondockers . . . African War Chant singer . . . basketball . . . football . . . drums . . . Shop 3; “Jeff, please.” . . . Student Council 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Treasurer 2; Conservation Club 3; Prom Decoration Committee 3; Football 4. “Blushing is the color of virtue.” JUDITH ANN LANDERS “Judy” Cafeteria . . . volleyball . . . mowing lawns . . . agreeable . . . home- economics classes . . . lunches . . . dancing . . . music . . . sports . . . Basketball 1; Chorus 1. “Softly come and softly go” Sponsored by WESTERN AUTO ASSOCIATE STORE VINEYARD DRY GOODS CO. OLIVER’S PAPER STORE BEN FRANKLIN STORE Vineyard Haven WILLIAM PAUL LAWRENCE “Bill” “Silly-gilly” . . . red streak . . . wavy blond hair . . . math classes . . . “Oh, come on!” . . . taxi driving . . . “Real cool” . . . argument¬ ative . . Prom Decoration Committee 3; Yearbook (layout) 4. “It is tranquil people who accomplish much.” DAVID M. LEWIS “Coot” “Who put out the fire?” . . . rock and roll records . . . outdoor type . . . “Turn up that radio!” . . . yellow roses . . . Jacksonville . . . wild laugh . . . future forest ranger . . . ’59 Chevrolet from South . . . Edgartown ... a certain gal from Fla. Yearbook (layout) 4. “Time and tide wait for no man.” CARL F. LOPES “Carl” First National . . . twice around the block . . . slide rule calculations . . . cross-country star . . . science . . . “Stop complaining.” . . . the great out of doors . . . likes good music . . . Chorus 1, 2, 3; Biology Club 2; Field and Track 2; Citizenship- Scholarship Letter 3; Cross Country 1, 2, 3, 4; National Honor So¬ ciety 3, 4; Barbershop Singers 4; Brown, Berube, and Kelly Award 3. “They will rise high who strive for the highest places.” Sponsored by MARTHA’S VINEYARD NATIONAL BANK Vineyard Haven RONALD F. LOPES “Ronnie” Easy going . . . winning smile . . . likeable . . . football . . . dark wavy hair . . . mechanic . . . weird noises . . . cars . . . work . . . Football 3, 4. “Common sense is nature’s gift, reasoning is an art.” DONALD W. MADEIRAS “Duck” Vice President of the Bar-bell Club . . . Steve Reeves . . . full of fun . . . body builder . . . long crew cut . . . suntan and surf . . . “What’s up, Doc?” . . . “Bee-eautiful” . . . lunch periods . . . “Real cool.” . . . Prom Clean-up Committee 3. “Life without laughter is a dreary blank.” CARL ERIC MAGNUSON “Eric” “Ric” . . . “Maggie” . . . “Mag Pie” . . . hunting . . . fishing . . . Vineyard Haven . . . cabins . . . Magnuson Swamp . . . lunch periods . . . parties . . . FUSER Club 3; Cross Country 3; Field and Track 3, 4. “A friend may well be reckoned the masterpiece of nature.” Sponsored by MARTHA’S VINEYARD TRAVEL BUREAU ARTCLIFFE DINER LILLIAN’S STYLE SHOP CARTER’S HARDWARE ELECTRIC Vineyard Haven CHERYL JEANNE WORDEN “Cheryl” “Crash” . . . onion rings . . . “You lie” . . . “Really?” . . . Oak Bluffs ... a live wire . . . current events . . . Basketball 1; Chorus 1; Prom Refreshment Committee 3; Yearbook (subscriptions) 4. “Gaiety is the soul’s health.” LLOYD M. MAYHEW “Butch” “Tiger” . . . “Doc” . . . good personality . . . underclassmen . . . football . . . basketball . . . telephone conversations . . . Mink Meadows . . . rumble seat . . . “Hot Spooks” . . . “Big Daddy” . . . South Beach . . . Vice President 1; Chorus 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 2; National Honor Society 3, 4; Prom Committee 3; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 3; Football 3, co-captain 4; Yearbook (advertising) 4. “None but himself can be his equal.” MARTHA MARY McDONOUGH “Martha” “Martie” . . . “Mac” . . . Ford convertibles . . . studious . . . Air Force . . . blue eyes . . . Coke . . . humid weather . . . spinach . . . Chorus 1; Student Council 1, 2; Prom Committee 3; Prom Decora¬ tion Committee 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; Yearbook (art and literary) 4; Basketball 3, 4. “A good word will always find a good place in which to say it.” JOSEPH A. WHITE WHITE BROS., INC. Sponsored by DEITZ AND MEEKINS, INC. STINCHFIELD, INC. Edgartown ANTHONY M. MEDEIROS “Tony” “Jose” . . . throws a good party . . . football . . . English classes . . . pool player . . . “The Ones” . . . old Plymouths . . . smudges . . . Football 3, 4. “Amiability shines by its own light.” DEXTER MELLO “Dec” “Dithers” . . . enjoys parties and dances . . . hunting . . . helpful . . . good natured . . . Homeroom 14 . . . letters . . . “ Kindness, the poetry of the heart.” ROBERT C. MURPHY “Bob” “Murf” . . . “Are you for real?” . . . Martha . . . Nelson’s Garage . . . good looking . . . State Police . . . “The sharks got me.” . . . sneakers . . . “Sambo” . . . Sociology Class discussions . .. “A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men.” Sponsored by DUKES COUNTY SAVINGS BANK HALL’S DEPARTMENT STORE Edgartown CLEMENT SCOTT NORTON “Scott” “Listen, kid” . . . watch out for that tailgate . . . soda jerk . . . plays a hot trumpet . . . blusher . . . nice shirts . . . “0, My Papa” bottle drives . . . “Chinese Fire Drills” . . . parties . . . Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Press Club 2; Dance Band 3; Prom Decoration Committee 3; Boys’ State 3; Yearbook (advertising, art, literary, and photography) 4. “A well-bred man is always sociable and complaisant.” LENA ELIZABETH NIJNES “Lena” Sports . . . Ocean Heights . . . agreeable . . . traveling . . . active in intramurals . . . blue and white Chevy . . . Roy . . . Marines . . . “Oh, boy, I can’t wait!” . . . Secretary 1; Basketball 1, 3; Chorus 1, 4; Camera Club 2; Biology Club 3; Prom Refreshments Committee 3; Yearbook (advertising and subscriptions) 4; Harmonettes 4. “Patience and time conquer all things” KATHRYN M. O’NEIL “Kay” “Kaysie” ... A. , P. . . . one of the kids . . . great knitter . . . beautiful sweaters . . . Chorus 1; Camera Club 2; Assistant Basketball Manager 2; Prom Refreshment Committee 3; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; Yearbook (advertising and subscriptions) 4; Harmonettes 4. “It is a friendly heart that has plenty of friends” Sponsored by MARTHA’S VINEYARD CO-OPERATIVE DAIRY VOSE INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. ROSEMARIE LUCIA PACHIO “Chico” Dancing . . . singing . . . spaghetti . . . tests . . . getting up in the morning . . . “Hey, you banana!” . . . Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4. “Self conquest is the greatest of victories ALFRED EDWARD PERRY “Al” “Coot” . . . “Yogi” ... A. P. . . . assistant to the assistant . . . likes sports . . . Co-op . . . Basketball 1; Band 1; Orchestra 1; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 3; Yearbook (subscriptions) 4. “He is happy whose circumstances suit his temper; hut he is more excellent who can suit his temper to any circumstances.” MARSHA ELLEN PERRY Amiable . . . helpful . . . the twist . . . p. j. parties . . . terrific dancer ... a certain junior . . . records . . . sports . . . Chorus 1, 4; Choraliers 4; Needlecraft 4; Yearbook (subscriptions) 4. “Fair words never hurt the tongue” Sponsored by SIBLEY’S LUXURY LINE EDGARTOWN PAINT SHOP EUGENE BELISLE, PLUMBING JORDAN’S BARBER SHOP AND HEATING Edgartown EMILY MARY REBELLO “Em” Parties ... hit and run . . . always smiling . . . shorts . . . arguments . . . dances . . . summer of ’60 . . . “Gumalarki” . . . sports . . . “Chinese Fire Drills” . . . “Globe Trotter” . . . President 1; Basketball 1, 2, 4; Chorus 1, 2; Student Council 2; Prom Committee 3; Yearbook (literary, photography, subscriptions) 4. “She talks as if it gives her pleasure.” ANTONE H. REZENDES “Tony” Fishing . . . nature boy ... ice skating . . . wild laugh . . . watery eyes . . . hunting at Hornblowers . . . Rod and Gun Club 4; Track and Field 3. “A constant friend is a thing rare and hard to find.” WAYNE D. ROYAL “Wayne” Industrial arts . . . green bomb . . . 12:00 whistle . . . fire alarms . . . Bar-bell Man . . . fishing . .. card tables for the Prom . . . “Speedo” . . . Field and Track 3; Prom Clean-up Committee 3; Yearbook (layout) 4. “Blessings on him who invented sleep.” Sponsored by COLONIAL DRUG STORE HERBERT R. MERCIER CORRINE’S BEAUTY SHOP AVERY’S STORE Edgartown NANCY JEANNE SEWARD “Nancy” Menemsha . . . green Chevrolet . . . Edgartown . . . bookworm . . . pajama parties . . . small feet . . . telephone poles . . . “Who? Me?!” . . . cafeteria help . . . enjoys people . . . Chorus 1; Dramatics 2; Prom Financial Committee 3; Yearbook (art, advertising) 4. “Gentle of speech, beneficent of mind .” DORIS LOIS SHACKLETON “Doris” Vanilla cokes . . . Dave . . . blue Ford . . . French classes . . . alphabetically arranged seating plans . . . good cheerleader . . . “Oh well, that’s the way things go.” . . . imaginative . . . snowbanks . . . Chorus 1, 2; Orchestra 2, 3, 4; String Ensemble 3; National Honor Society 3, 4, (secretary 3); Student Council Secretary 4; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; Office Secretary 2; Prom Decorations Committee 3; Prom Queen 3; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 2, 3; D.A.R. Essay Award 2, 3; Voice of Democracy Contestant 3; Cheerleading Captain 3, 4; Review English 4; School News Correspondent 4; Yearbook (art and literary) 4. “There is only one proof of ability — action .” MICHAEL J. SHARPLES “Mike” New York . . . courteous . . . boats . . . water skiing . . . cars ... I artistic . . . underclassmen .. . elbows . . . Vice President 1; Band 1, 2; Orchestra 1, 2. “Politeness goes far yet costs nothing .” Sponsored by DORA’S SEA FOOD RESTAURANT VINEYARD SHOE STORE DAVID’S ISSOKSON’S DRY CLEANING Vineyard Haven RUTH ANN SHARPLES “Ruth” Freckles . . . water skiing . . . English class . . . piano . . . seamstress . . . knitting . . . “Quit it. Mik e!” . . . dancing . . . horseback riding . . . basketball 1; Chorus 1, 2, 3. “Good humor is goodness and wisdom combined.” JOHN 0. SILVIA, JR. “John-0” “Ollie” . . . feet . . . hunting . . . fishing . . . “Oh, coach!” . . . skin diving . . . Mike Nelson . . . easy going . . . arguments in Sociology class . . . singing in the showers . . . world affairs . . . “Boo-Boos, John?” . . . Basketball 1-, 2, 3; Football 3, 4 (co-captain). “Nature designed us to be of good cheer.” fct VMW LESTER H. SNOWDEN “Spike” “Thumbtacks” . . . likes to eat . . . smoke rings . . . gas attendant . . . 56 Avenue . . . “When’s our next vacation?” . . .“Why?” . . . Basketball 1, 2; Chorus 1, 2; Rod and Gun Club 4. “The great hope of society is individual character.” Sponsored by DE SORCY CONTRACTING CO., INC. YATES DRUG STORE VINEYARD SUP COVER SHOP DR. AND MRS. JOSEPH FRISCH Vineyard Haven DAVID MOURY STEERE “Dave” “Steer” . . . mechanically minded . . . Bar-bell Club Man . . . blue streak . . . “Beautiful” . . . West Tisbury Road . . . Doris . . . olives . . . Basketball 2; Prom Decoration Committee 3; Prom King 3; Football 4; Yearbook (layout) 4; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 3. “You never know what he is going to do until he does it.” GERALD C. SURPRENANT “Jerry” “Soup” . . . “Pal” . . . Fish Market . . . 190 pound deer . . . “Holy Snowballs” . . . “I’ll have your head on my bedpost” . . . cute kid . . . Chorus 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Football 3, 4; Prom Committee 3; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter 3; Honor Roll 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; Yearbook (advertising) 4. “A chuckle a day keeps the blues away.” 1 MARY ANN SYLVIA “Mary” “Little One” . . . braids . . . clothes . . . “It always rains on my day off.” . . . Oak Bluffs . . . Warren . . . Air Force . . . current events .. . Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4. “Peace is the masterpiece of reason.” Sponsored by CONNORS EDGARTOWN MARKET TRADING POST AND SNACK SHOP OLD TOWN FLORIST SHOP EDGARTOWN HARDWARE, INC. Edgartown MARGARET HARRIET TILTON “Peggy” “Tillie” . . . “Babeo” . . . “Watch out for the Bumblebees.” . . . current events . . . “Cassius” . . . “What?” . . . Germany . . . learning how to drive . . . Chorus 1, 3; Basketball 1, 4; Majorette 3. “Happy as a mosquito who just passed her screen test.” % GORDON WARDE TYRA “Gordon” “Neatso!” . . . “Nilch” . . . Starbuck’s Neck . . . future dentist . . . Rod and Gun Club . . . Basketball 1; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; D.A.R. Essay Award 2, 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; Yearbook (subscriptions) 4. “The world of sleep has an existence of its own” DENNIS JOHN VONMEHREN “Von” Car troubles . . . chemistry . . . soda jerk . . . parties . . . friendly . . . Basketball 2; Football 3; Track 2, 3. “The way to gain a friend is to be one.” Sponsored by EDGARTOWN SHOPS EDGARTOWN FIREMEN’S ASSOCIATION Edgartown JOHN WILLIAM WALLER “John” Katama Wilds . . . Bermuda shorts ... lot of fun . . . delivery boy . . . 1937 black Chevy . . . beachrunner . . . Kingston Trio . . . empty gas tanks . . . “Let’s all get out and push.” . . . discussions on religion . . . English grammar . . . arguments with Bill . . . hunting . . . Student Council 1; Basketball 1; Band 1; Chess Club 2; FUSER Club 3; Spanish Club 4. “Quality not quantity is my measure” MARTHA JOY WANNAMAKER “Martha” “Marti” . . . “Muffet” . . . “Gidgget” . . . “Shrimp” . . . “Speedy” . . . Marines . . . thunder and lightning storms . . . “Oh, it was awful!” . . . Muu-Muus . . . horseback riding . . . Menemsha . . . black bean soup . . . bugs . . . math classes . . . Student Council 1, 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Press Club 3; Prom Com¬ mittee Chairman 3. “Life is short and sweet and so is she.” CAROLE M. WARD “Carole” Always smiling . . . helpful . . . studious . . . athletic . . . efficient . . . great guard . . . ruff . . . ’54 Chevy . . . Chinese fire alarms . . . Chorus 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Citizenship-Scholarship Letter; Captain Charles Leighton Memorial Sportsmanship Award 3; Girls’ State 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; Yearbook (typing) 4; Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4. “Honesty is good sense, politeness, amiableness—all in one” Sponsored by OX-POND FARM GRANT BROS., INC. Edgartown DANIEL J. WHITING “Danny” “Beef” . . . Rosie . . . old Ford coupes . . . “Oh, my left liver!” . . . sheepherder . . . football ... “I can’t stand to have my hair cut.” ... Annual West Tisbury Horse Show ... salt... Vice President 2; Conservation Club 2; Prom Committee 3; Citizen¬ ship-Scholarship Letter 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; Football 4; Yearbook (advertising) 4. “The rule of my life is to make business a pleasure and pleasure my business.” MARGARET DOLORES WHITTEMORE “Margaret” “Maggy” . . . “Whitty” . . . “Gretta” . . . Bazooka bubble gum . . . B. C. . . . back seats . . . arguments . . . talent of getting into trouble . . . “Wonderbar!” . . . “Somebody help me!” . . . “Eee-yi-yi” . . . “Jinx” . . . “Globe Trotter” . . . water skiing . . . black bean soup . . . typing . . . parties . . . Cheerleader 1, 3; Prom Decoration Committee 3; Yearbook (typing) 4; Chorus 1, 2. “The merry kettle boils away” Sponsored by ORIENT TRADER PHILIP J. NORTON, INSURANCE COLTER’S GARAGE CHAPPAQUIDDICK ISLAND COTTAGES CAPT. AND MRS. ANTHONY BETTENCOURT Edgartown 41 WE, THE CLASS OF 1962, SELECT MOST STUDIOUS Rosemary Steere and Carl Lopes MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Rosemary Steere and Timothy Downs MISS SENIOR CLASS Susan Jackson � 42 MOST ATTRACTIVE Doris Shackleton and Ronald Lopes PERSONALITY PLUS Elizabeth Isaac and Gerald Surprenant THESE, OUR MOST OUTSTANDING MOST MUSICAL Margaret Chatterton and Ronald Ferreira MOST ARTISTIC Martha Anderson and Ronald Ferreira MR. SENIOR CLASS Timothy Downs CLASS CLOWNS Margaret Whittemore and Donald Madeiras MOST ATHLETIC Susan Jackson and Lloyd Mayhevv 43 HISTORY The last diploma has been presented, and it seems, to the Class of 1962, to be the end of this leg of the journey through life. But even as the words of the class song are sung, memories of the past four years linger in every heart. As we prepare to go our separate ways, our most vivid recollections are those of Senior week. However, as we say farewell to our high school days, we think of September, 1958, and it seems like yesterday that we embarked on our journey through high school. Our recollections are not all the same however, for that year found us, the Class of 1962, attending separate high schools. In Edgartown, a group of anxious students proudly took its place in the high school study hall. There they sat for all to see. Freshmen at last. As the year progressed, the members became active in sports, EDGARTOWN HIGH SCHOOL i OAK BLUFFS HIGH SCHOOL chorus and instrumental music. With Miss York as their advisor, the class sponsored the Christmas party for the high school. Their counterparts in Oak Bluffs were a spirited group. Determined not to be outdone by the rest of the high school, they entered enthusiastically into all extracur¬ ricular activities. This class, forming the arch under which the graduates marched, was honored in being able to participate in the last Graduation program to take place at Oak Bluffs High School. The third portion of the Class of 1962 entered Tis- bury High School as Freshmen. They too were an am¬ bitious group and showed promise of becoming a val¬ uable part of the forthcoming Regional High School. For activities they sponsored a St. Patrick’s Day Dance and honored their teachers with May Baskets on May Day. Tisbury was certainly fortunate to have these students participate in its club, sports and music programs. As the members of these classes left their respective schools in June of 1959, they did so with mixed emo¬ tions: all were sad to see the traditions of the local island high schools come to an end but looked forward, eagerly, to the opening of the Martha’s Vineyard Re¬ gional High School. TISBURY HIGH SCHOOL 44 OF THE CLASS RONNIE AND THE JUNIORS In the fall we returned and took our place in the ranks as Juniors. The year began as officers were elected and Mrs. Drew and Mr. Mayhew were assigned as class ad¬ visors. Our class rings arrived and we proudly exhibited them. Again our classmates played important parts in the activities of the high school. The second day of school found many of our athletic friends vieing for posi¬ tions on the newly organized football squad. The pass¬ word of the Junior boys that fall was “Hit ’em hard and hit ’em low.” Our hearts swelled with pride when our football team, uniformed in flashing purple and white, took its place on the field for the first time. Bolstered by five Juniors, the team downed Province- town that exciting afternoon in October. We sponsored many dances and bottle drives to finance our activities. The highlight of the year was “Pastel Paradise,” our Junior Prom. Our months of toil and tears were well rewarded when all who attended pro¬ claimed it the most beautiful prom ever. Then, as we watched the Seniors prepare for graduation, we realized that soon we would take the giant step to fill their shoes. September, 1961, finally arrived bringing with it our Senior year. We had worked toward this goal for eleven years, and our short reign certainly has lived up to all expectations. Excitement prevailed early in the year as we began work on our yearbook, “The Vineyarder.” In October we sponsored the Annual Halloween Dance which proved to be more of a success than even we had hoped. The year passed quickly as we busied ourselves with ordering our Graduation An¬ nouncements and generally preparing for that last day when we would set out into the world on our own. Now as we sing farewell to our teachers and friends we cannot help but recall the work and the fun of the past three years. That day in September, 1959, is one which we will long remember. No one could escape being struck by the newness of all the surroundings. The shiny new buses, the beauti¬ ful building, the new teachers, and last, but certainly not least, the new friends. As the year got underway, our class began to make a name for itself. Class officers were elected and advisors were assigned. Under the guidance of Miss Gilman and Mr. Rusbosin we spon¬ sored a successful dance in honor of the Varsity Basket¬ ball Team and also sold pens on which the 1959-60 basketball schedule was imprinted. Our classmates as individuals were active. The Chorus and Choraliers as well as the orchestra and band boasted many Sophomores in their midst. We were justly proud of our athletic classmates also. Many assumed key positions on both the Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball and on the Track and Cross-Country Teams. The success of the clubs newly organized at “The Regional” was due, in part, to the members of our class, who took their places as officers and active members of the various organizations. We proved ourselves as a class when our versatile members, who excelled in athletics, in music and in the school organizations, also took top honors academically. As Sophomores, we were always well represented on the school honor roll. Our busy year soon came to an end, and, saying au revoir to “The Regional,’ we departed for our summer adventures. THE HALLOWEEN DANCE 45 OUR SENIOR BOYS OF 1962 March was a hectic month for all. Name cards arrived along with Memory Books and much spare time was oc¬ cupied signing books and exchanging cards. The middle of the month found the yearbook staffs rushing to meet their last deadline, and meet it they did, producing the best “Vineyarder” ever. May brought the Junior Prom and it certainly turned out to be all it had promised. Senior Week followed. This was a time of happiness and tears. At the Banquet we were sad when we realized that our twelve years of schooling were almost at an end, but happy to think that we had tried our best and had contributed something to those with whom we had associated. i] Class Day Members of the class proudly accepted numerous awards. As our class will and prophecy were read, we were once again struck with the realization that only too soon we would be on our own. The Senior Ball was our last class function before graduation. It was a beautiful dance and will surely stand out in the minds of all who attended for many years to come. June 10, 1962, our Graduation Day, has finally come. And now, as the last chords of our class song are struck, we realize that it is the end of this leg of our journey through life. We are with hopes in our hearts and diplomas in our hands truly off to see the world and to search for our rainbow’s end. proved to be a time of mixed emotions. A. P. CHEMISTRY 46 UNDERCLASSMEN 47 ROOM 7 c L A 5 s o F I 9 6 3 FIRST ROW (I. to r.) M. Benz; D. DeBettencourt; J. Ferreira; R. Chatterton; C. Gross; P. Donnelly; L. Case; B. Cummens; J. Belain; A. Pund. SECOND ROW (1. to r.) W. Goff; E. Ciancio; J. Clements; P. Chapman; N. Bassett; R. Amaral; R. Faijteux; R. Amerman; B. Furtado. THIRD ROW (1. to r.) 0. DePriest; P. Averill; G. Bassett; K. DeBet¬ tencourt; P. Hanna; W. Hagerty; R. DeBettencourt; F. Canha; R. Harris. Absent: D. Gonsalves. ROOM 8 FIRST ROW (1. to r.) K. Willoughby; K. McLane; G. Welch; L. Howell; A. Schwab; S. Kelley; L. Natusch; R. Legg; J. Waldron. SECOND ROW (1. to r.) G. Parsons; R. Smalley; E. Vanderhoop; J. Rokicki; P. Herrmann; D. Madeiras; J. Marshall; G. King. THIRD ROW (1. to r.) J. Searle, E. Medeiros; W. Jenkinson; D. Voeth; G. Mayhew; J. Nickowal. Absent: K. Kingsbury. 48 ADDRESS TO THE JUNIORS The Martha’s Vineyard Regional Hi gh School is the fulfillment of the dreams of parents, teachers, and students. This new school has brought together the young people of the Island to gain a better education. It has provided us with a basic preparation for future study and life. Three years ago we, the class of 1962, entered this school for the first time. We have worked and have received the maximum of education, encouragement, and guidance from our school. We have become a united group, learning, pro¬ ducing, and enjoying our life here. During these years we have also acquired many friends, much inspiration, and have developed school spirit. Being seniors, we can look back at our accomplishments as a united class. We have set many precedents in our attempt to raise the standards of the school. It is our hope that you will continue the more valuable of these and, in your devotion to a growing school, establish some of your own. As we are proud to be graduates of this institution, so should you, also, be proud to belong to a school with such promise of growth and scholastic status as ours. As the year comes to a close, we bid you farewell and leave the responsibilities of keeping high the standards of our school. - Without the light of knowledge we would lose our way on the path to success and remain in darkness. Use the most of your opportunities here now. William Santos President, Class of 1962 JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS President .... _ Brenda Cummens Vice President _ Daniel Madeiras Advisor _ Mr. Elliott Knight Secretary ___1_ Lydia Case Treasurer _ Shirley Kelley Historian _ Ruth Chatterton Advisor __ Mr. Joseph Robichau Sponsored by VINEYARD VENDOR MICHAEL FONTES, JR., Painting and Decorating H. C. HANCOCK AND SONS, INC. Vineyard Haven 49 ROOM 4 C L A S 5 o F I 9 6 4 FIRST ROW (1. to r.) E. Fischer; W. Andrews; C. DeMello; B. Tankard; S. Fischer; V. Danberg; V. Burnham; C. Athearn; M. Denningham. SECOND ROW (1. to r.) K. Duarte; S. Edgar; L. Araujo; C. Averill; J. Borges; P. Brown; D. Downs; E. Ciancio; J. Cronig. THIRD ROW (1. to r.) A. deBettencourt; F. Fenner; A. daRosa; A. DePriest; D. Drew; H. Engley; M. Ciancio; J. Beckman. Absent: L. Donaroma; J. Bunker; D. DePriest; K. Belain; T. Bennett; W. Black; K. Belain. ROOM 5 FIRST ROW (1. to r.) L. Marlatt; K. Luce; J. Frank; S. Medeiros; S. Kelley; J. Hogland; E. Lawry; R. Harring¬ ton; C. Goulart. SECOND ROW (1. to r.) M. Garvin; J. Manning; E. Francis; C. Magee; N. Freitas; J. Leonard; A. Mitchell; B. Landers; D. Mayhew; J. Mears. THIRD ROW (1. to r.) E. Issokson; J. Mello; F. Metell; J. Hathaway; R. Tankard; W. Luce; T. Moore; R. Jackson, M. Kurth; K. Metell; T. Lawry. Absent: J. Landers. 50 ROOM 6 FIRST ROW (1. to r.) B. Viera; A. Waldron; J- Norton; J. Swartz; E. Myles; J. Norton; A. Swartz; A. Rocha; G. Packish. SECOND ROW (1. to r.) F. West; M. Smith; N. Sylvia; P. Scott; J. Silva; S. Sherwood; A. Sylvia; A. Rogers; E. Thurber; D. Ortiz. THIRD ROW (1. to r.) B. Thomas; E. Smith; R. O’Neil; J. Smith; R. Souza; P. Nickowal; R. Nutton; C. Murphy; R. Smith. Absent: C. Webb. SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS President _ Barbara Thomas Vice President _ Edna Myles Advisor _ Mr. Bruce Littlefield Treasurer _ Bertha Viera Historian _ Francis Metell Secretary _ Sandra Kelley Advisor _ Mr. Vincent Donndelinger Sponsored by CRONIG REAL ESTATE DIXON B. RENEAR, INSURANCE AGENCY MODERN TAXI BRICKMAN’S, INC. Vineyard Haven 51 ROOM I C L A S 5 o F I 9 6 5 FIRST ROW (1. to r.) S. Duarte; B. Baptiste; S. Alley; M. Barrett; K. Belisle; C. Convery; N. Bettencourt; A. Davies; P. Downs; E. Denningham; D. Duart; K. Entwistle. SECOND ROW (1. to r.) D. Cronig; T. Boyd; B. Combra; D. Averill; M. Coutinho; Y. DeBettencourt; B. Berube; D. Deitz; A. Canha; L. Dickson. THIRD ROW (1. to r.) W. Bassett; D. Asselin; H. Child; L. Enos; B. Abbott; J. Araujo; T. Dolby; J. Combra; T. Swift. Absent: D. Batten. ROOM 2 HRS1 ROW (1. to r.) M. Mayhew; D. King; B. Sherwood; C. Jernegan; L. Mitchell; S. Chapman; L. Martone; M. Leon¬ ard; C. Metell; A. berreira. SECOND ROW (1. to r.) B. Levett; W. Iacono; N. Moreis; Y. Garvin; C. Figueiredo; M. Gazaille; M. Mansfield; M. Francis; D. Luce; D. Metell. THIRD ROW (1. to r.) B. Flanders; R. Kelly; B. Ferreira; G. I rank; W. Kszystyniak; R. Grant; P. Mitchell; B. Gonsalves; R. Huntington; D. Gordon. Absent: M. Fischer; D. Jackson. 52 i ROOM 3 FIRST ROW (1. to r.) L. Veira; F. Roberts; D. Whittemore; L. Silvia; B. Smith; S. Tucker; N. West; B. Worden; J. Sawyer; B. Trebby. SECOND ROW (1. to r.) D. E. Seward; B. Swartz; E. Niemiec; P. Winslow; B. Willoughby; M. Whitney; S. Rappaport; J. Surprenant; E. Richards, P. Vincent. THIRD ROW (1. to r.) R. Rogers; R. Pacheco; W. West; M. Nunes; J. Robichau; F. Morrice; G. Rokicki; D. A. Seward; D. Perry. FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS Vice President _Jessica Sawyer President _ Donald Cronig Advisor _Mr. George Robertson Treasurer _Blanche Willoughby Secretary _ Marjorie Coutinho Historian _ Susan Chapman Advisor _ Mr. Ralph Snow Sponsored by BEN DAVID MOTORS WILFRED A. LAWRENCE, CONTRACTOR Oak Bluffs MARY’S RESTAURANT VINCENT’S FISH MARKET 53 UNDERCLASSMEN FAVORITES MR. AND MISS JUNIOR CLASS Lydia Case Walter Jenkinson MR. AND MISS SOPHOMORE CLASS Wendy Andrews Ralston Jackson MR. AND MISS FRESHMAN CLASS Marjorie Coutinho Brentford Ferreira Sponsored by HOWELL’S PHOTO STUDIO Class Photographers Vineyard Haven ACADEMIC LIFE 55 IN THESE CLASSES WE HAVE SPENT CURRENT EVENTS A major project of the history classes is current events. Each student keeps a notebook of newspaper and magazine articles and news broadcasts on the geo¬ graphic area of his choice. A 9’ by 12’ world map, globes, and several wall maps aid the pupils in finding the loca¬ tion of the various countries studied. This project not only keeps the student informed on world affairs but also aids him in public speaking. MATHEMATICS A very extensive mathematics program is offered at the Regional to help pre¬ pare the students for further education and jobs. Algebra I and II, plane geo¬ metry, trigonometry, shop, business, and review math are provided. “Mathematics is the keystone of any highly developed society. Of what other subject can we say it is a science, an art, a tool and a language—an international language at that?” ANDREWS MEMORIALS LAWRENCE W. WINTERBOTTOM Vineyard Haven 56 LIBRARY The students at the Regional High School are very fortunate to be able to enjoy the atmosphere of a pleasant new library which is presided over by a qualified librarian. Although only three years old, it already has about 3,000 volumes, 4 complete encyclopedias, and subscriptions to 25 magazines and news¬ papers. Students are welcome to use the library for reference work and outside reading during study halls and after school. Sponsored by HOLMES HOLE MANSION HOUSE MANY IMPRESSIVE HOURS .. TYPEWRITING Employers pay good salaries for serv ices that require technical proficiency. The commercial course gives the students the training for this knowledge and skill The aims of the typewriting course are the development of the touch system and the mastery of the keyboard. The first year typewriting class is given problems in tabulation, personal and business let ters and questions regarding skills in grammar and punctuation at acceptable speeds. The advanced course deals with increased speed and accuracy in the typ¬ ing of letter and office forms, legal docu¬ ments, reports, and practice in general office work. OFFICE PRACTICE Office practice is a course dealing with secretarial and office activities. Fil¬ ing, business law and a study of office machines are covered through the year. Filing includes both indexing and the use of the various business techniques. It in¬ volves not only a study of principles but also provides actual practice. The busi¬ ness law course is aimed at helping the student understand rights and obligations and the legal problems of the business¬ man. The course on machines includes the use of listing and calculating ma¬ chines, dictating and transcribing ma¬ chines, a comptometer, mimeograph and spirit duplicator. The room is also equipped with a secretarial desk, file cabinets and a telephone unit. Office practice provides a firm background for the student who desires to enter busi¬ ness as .a profession. SHORTHAND Shorthand is concerned with the ma¬ jor word-building principles in Gregg Shorthand. Daily drilling, testing and transcribing help the student develop the minimum skill, with attention to correct spelling and punctuation. The second year course combines the skills of shorthand and typewriting and the use of English grammar to produce mailable letters. Knowledge, skill, and accuracy play an important role in becoming an efficient stenographer. Sponsored by THE VINEYARD GAZETTE Martha s Vineyard ' s Newspaper EDGARTOWN DRUG CO. K. T. GAULEY CO., INC. T. R. BERNARD, TRUCKING Edgartown 57 WORKING, LEARNING, AND GROWING TOGETHER MECHANICAL DRAWING Mechanical drawing has become a common language among scientists, en¬ gineers, designers, and production men. With this knowledge, men can produce, design, or construct any object. The bas¬ ic objective of the course is learning the proper drafting techniques through cor¬ rect use of instruments and drawing procedure. Blueprint reading, ortho¬ graphic projection, and isometric draw¬ ing are introduced in the first year. In the advanced classes, the boys make de¬ tailed drawings of cams, gears, and screw threads. Projects in machine draft¬ ing, basic architectural drawing or elec¬ tronic drafting complete the course. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION Building construction is one of the im¬ portant parts of the Industrial Arts course. This year, the major project was the construction of a building on the school grounds. This building was con¬ structed from prefabricated parts in the shop, then moved to the site where it was completed. This project, which took four and a half months, provided experience in working with metal, wood, and con¬ crete. This structure, which gave the boys experience in building, will provide room to store sports equipment and tools. MANUEL M. MACIEL, INC. SNACK BAR 58 Vineyard Haven INDUSTRIAL ARTS The Industrial Arts course is a four- year program offered to boys interested in a mechanical or wood-working voca¬ tion. The boys study the different names, uses, and care of both power and manual tools as well as the various methods of hand finishing. Then the student applies this knowledge and skill in the construc¬ tion of various projects . A study of elec¬ tronics is provided in an advanced class. The Industrial Arts program is both theoretical and practical. Sponsored by HAROLD DUGAN Contractor and Builder MARTHA’S VINEYARD SHIPYARD FROM TEACHERS AND FRIENDS HOUSE PLANNING A new project this year is the study of house design by the girls in the Home Economics III class. The most colorful house magazines, equipment catalogs, and fabric samples provide ideas from which the students draw floor plans. Some of the girls go further and make model rooms from drawings of their “dream” house. This course will be valu¬ able for the homemaker of tomorrow. COOKING One of the most important domestic duties is cooking. Meal planning, prep¬ aration, and serving are covered in the Home Economics program. The begin¬ ning classes study nutrition, breakfast, and lunches, while the more advanced classes prepare meals of casseroles, fried foods, and foreign dishes with the use of four modern kitchen units. Films and field trips supplement the course and help to make the “cooks of tomorrow.” SEWING The Home Economics course offers a well-balanced program in sewing. The first project was the making of the tradi¬ tional apron with its embroidered school emblem. During the first year the girls are instructed to operate the sewing ma¬ chine and make simple cotton and wool¬ en clothes. The more advanced classes study the various types of textiles and make more complex clothes such as gowns and suits. Good grooming is in¬ cluded in this course. Sponsored by GERRY’S COFFEE SHOP BERGERON’S GARAGE OUR MARKET Oak Bluffs MR. AND MRS. ROGER SURPRENANT 59 WE HAVE RECEIVED INSPIRATION, INSTRUCTION, BIOLOGY The Biology course has three sections: Zoology, Botany, and Anatomy and Physiology. Within these three broad areas, the class can concentrate for short periods of time on the smaller divisions of study: Genetics, Ecology, Entomology, Cytology and related fields. During the process of a year the class has approxi¬ mately 36 laboratory sessions which en¬ able each student to become familiar with the direct life processes and struc¬ ture of the organisms studied. In addi¬ tion to biological experience the student becomes familiar with laboratory equip¬ ment and methods of correct laboratory procedure. Outline studies in the field of Parasitology, Bacteriology, and Embryol¬ ogy are also discussed. In the second semester promising students complete individual projects following closely the scientific methods. CHEMISTRY Chemistry is the study of the elements, their reactions with each other, and their uses. Two of the six chemistry classes held each week are devoted to laboratory sessions in which the students perform simple experiments involving chemical reactions. Through experiments the stu¬ dents can more readily see how these elements affect everyday living. Chemis¬ try is a good background for college and a must for students who wish to enter the medical field. PHYSICS Physics is the science of measure¬ ments. It is not concerned with the question of “what happens” but is con¬ cerned with “how much.” Physics is a study of five phases of physical sci¬ ence: mechanics, heat, sound, light, and electricity. Once a week laboratory ses¬ sions are held in which the student per¬ forms simple experiments either by him¬ self or in conjunction with others. Phys¬ ics provides a firm background for the student who desires to study natural sci¬ ences. Even though he might become in¬ volved in modern atomic physics, he still needs the basic parts of “Ike’s” Newton¬ ian physics. 60 AND DIRECTION AS A FOUNDATION ... SCULPTURE In the advanced art class the students work within their individual areas of in¬ terest and are guided accordingly. Some students have chosen the field of sculp¬ ture. Many various and interesting forms are created by placing plaster over chick¬ en wire. The figures may be either rea¬ listic or imaginary in form. One must have a keen eye and a creative hand to work in this particular field. PASTELS Artful use of pastel chalk or charcoal creates an intriguing picture. The pic¬ ture is given a soft, hazy effect by smudg¬ ing and blending the colors. After the picture is finished, it is sprayed to pre¬ vent further smudging and to preserve the drawing. PAINTING Painting is the major art taught in a high school art class. This year the art students have worked with water colors and poster paints on ' landscapes, still life, and figure drawings, self portraits, and imaginative paintings. Sponsored by THE FLEA MARKET CRONIG’S REAL ESTATE FIRST NATIONAL STORES Vineyard Haven TILTON LUMBER CO. 61 FOR A BETTER WAY OF LIFE. GIRLS’ PHYSICAL EDUCATION This year the girls’ physical education program tried to comply with President Kennedy’s wish for physical fitness among our youth. The contest, in which 135 of our girls participated, consisted of modified pull-ups, sit-ups, and squat thrusts, deep-knee bends, running in place, bending, and jumping. As a result of the tests, interest in physical activity seems to have soared upward. Other sports covered during the year were archery, softball, soccer, speedball, basketball , volleyball, apparatus, tumb¬ ling, badminton, and folk dancing. BOYS’ PHYSICAL EDUCATION This year the Regional High School participated in the United States Marine Corps Youth Fitness program which con¬ sists of five basic tests: push-ups, sit- ups, squat jumps, squat thrusts, and pull- ups. The maximum score on these tests is 500 points. Of the 150 boys participat¬ ing, Kenneth Metell placed first with an astounding 491 points, followed by Carl Lopes with 436, Raymond Smalley with 407, Manuel Nunes with 402, and Wayne West with 410 points. These five boys will represent our school in a field day in May to compete with other schools in our area. Although this was an important part of our program the following sports were included: football, soccer, speed- ball, hand hockey, basketball, volleyball, apparatus and tumbling, wrestling, track and field, badminton and softball. It is the hope of this department that we have better prepared these students physically for their academic duties. HARBORSIDE INN CAROL APARTMENTS Edgartown 62 PHYSICAL EDUCATION Physical education is an important part of modern education. Physical edu¬ cation develops the student physically, mentally, and emotionally. The objec¬ tives of the course are to learn accepted rules of courtesy and sportsmanship, to develop physical skills and to enjoy rec¬ reational activities. Physical education gives the student an opportunity to participate in both group and individual, activities. All of these are valuable in later life. Sponsored by HARBORSIDE LIQUOR STORE BOATHOUSE BAR CHORUS SITTING: B. Viera; L. Natusch; E. Miles; J. Swartz; J. Borges; J. Sawyer; M. Fisher; L. Nunes; M. Mayhew; M. Wanna- maker. STANDING: M. Coutinho; A. Pund; D. Downs; R. Smith; E. Fisher; C. Athearn; E. Francis; M. Perry; R. Pacheco; M. Sylvia. BARBERSHOP SINGERS B. Gonsalves; J. Searles; G. Frank; J. Combra; G. Rokicki; F. Morris; B. Flanders; W. Luce; J. Clements; H. Engley; J. Beckman; D. Drew; J. Mears; C. Lopes; B. Ferreira. CHORALIERS B. Viera: L. Nunes; L. Natusch; D. Downs; E. Fischer; C. Athearn; A. Pund; E. Myles; E. Francis; M. Perry. 64 ORCHESTRA SITTING: G. Athearn, R. Chatterton, C. Duarte, N. Freitas, D. King, B. Willoughby, C. Magee, S. Rappaport, G. King, B. Thomas, J. Leonard, K. Belisle, J. Surprenant, E. Issokson, M. Leonard, L. Howell, P. Vincent, S. Jackson, M. Chatterton. STANDING: S. Alley, M. Coutinho, D. Shackleton, M. Smith, J. Hoglund, J. Clements, G. Tyra, B. Levett, J. Robichau, M. Denningham, V. Danberg, D. Madeiras, S. Norton, B. Flanders, J. Hathaway, P. Nickowal, R. Jackson, D. Voeth, M. Benz, K. Beauchemin, R. Nutton, R. Ferreira, W. Luce. DANCE BAND M. Benz, R. Ferreira, E. Madeiras. BAND FIRST ROW: J. Surprenant, G. Tyra, K. Belisle, E. Issokson, L. Howell, R. Jackson, P. Nickowal. SECOND ROW: M. Leonard, P. Vincent, B. Flanders, J. Hathaway. STANDING: A. Hovey; Instructor, J. Clements, M. Chatterton, B. Levett, J. Robichau, M. Denningham, V. Danberg, D. Madeiras, S. Norton, W. Luce, K. Beauchemin, R. Ferreira, R. Nutton. 65 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SITTING: S. Gaskill; M. McDonough; A. Bettencourt; S. Jackson; Doris Shackleton; R. Steere; C. Ward; B. Borges; S. Kelley; K. Kingsbury; G. King. STANDING: R. Chatterton; B. Chatter ton; C. Lopes; G. Tyra; G. Surprenant; D. Whiting; P. Harris; T. Downs; G. Mayhew; J. Rockicki; L. Mayhew; P. Donnelly; Mr. George Robertson, advisor. Membership in the National Honor Society is the highest honor attainable by high school students. Members of this select group are chosen on the basis of character, scholarship, leadership, and service. Tutoring, which was carried out by the members, was an important project of the Noepe Chapter. Assistants worked with students in various subjects and aided teachers during class time. 66 STUDENT COUNCIL SEATED (1. to r.) N. Freitas; G. Frank; Mr. Ahern, advisor; M. Chatterton; D. Shackleton. STANDING (1. to r.) J. Borges; K. Kingsbury; E. Medeiros; E. Denningham. Under the direction of its advisor, Mr. Ahern, the Student Council has had a very active year. Valuable service was rendered at the Exhibition Day and Annual Open House when members assisted in the preparation of the exhibits and served as guides for the visitors. Among other activities were collecting money for the athletic fund and selling banners and refreshments at sport activities, meeting with the class officers and dis¬ cussing the dance code and school rules. During the year money was raised for various pur¬ poses such as sending get-well cards to students of the different classes and providing funds for a scholarship. 67 BIOLOGY CLUB SITTING: B. Viera; J. Frank; S. Kelley; V. Danburg. STANDING: J. Mears; Mr. Hamilton; J. Hoglund. Participation in the Biology Club enables students who have biology in their regular schedule to do more advanced research and provides the time for students who have formerly completed a biology course to review. This year the joint project of the Biology Club’s nine members is a chart showing the ecological environments of the various locations and habitats upon the earth. It is the hope of their instructor, Mr. Hamilton, that these students acquire a knowledge of living things which can be ap¬ plied to daily life. SPANISH CLUB H. Engley; J. Borges; Mr. Weissberg; K. Luce; J. Swartz. The Spanish Club offers students of the language an opportunity to improve their language study by deepening their appreciation for the cultural heritage of the Spanish speaking peoples. This objec¬ tive is accomplished through direct participation in Spanish music. Sponsored by JAMES S. REGO, JR., Real Estate and Insurance Oak Bluffs SEWARD’S MARKET MENEMSHA INN Menemsha NEEDLECRAFT CLUB SITTING: M. Perry; M. Fischer; B. Trebby; L. Dickson; J, Fontaine. STANDING: L. daRosa; E. Francis; J. Belain; A. Canha; G. deBettencourt; B. Baptiste; M. Smith. The Needlecraft Club has two main objectives. For the girls who have home economics in their regu¬ lar schedule this club offers something different outside of class. For the girls who have not taken home economics as a regular course, the Needlecraft Club provides the time to work on the fundament¬ als of sewing. Projects this year have been knitting, rugmaking, crocheting, and dressmaking. JAZZ GROUP R. Ferreira; E. Medeiros; D. Voeth; D. Madeiras; Mr. Mayhew; M. Benz. The Jazz Group is the one organization in our high school initiated entirely by the efforts of the stu¬ dents. Due to their appreciation for music, the members organized a group with Mr. Mayhew as an ad¬ visor. They have enjoyed many happy hours of rehearsing and performing. Already theSe students have received recognition from the Island as being a very talented group. Sponsored by S. C. LUCE AND CO., Insurance SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO. DR. BERNARD ISSOKSON, Optometrist H. N. HINCKLEY AND SONS, INC. Vineyard Haven 69 CHESS CLUB (1. to r.) N. Freitas; J. Surprenant; J. Sawyer; M. Leonard; R. Smalley; J. Mears; Mr. Donndelinger; K. Duarte; J. Cronig; F. Canha; J. Leonard; B. Thomas; P. Vincent. Under the leadership of Mr. Vincent Donndelinger, the Chess Club has enjoyed a very successful year. Using books and magazines as reference material, club members worked hard to improve their technique and skill in chess. They also accumulated several volumes to initiate a library devoted to chess. AUDIO-VISUAL AIDS CLUB SEATED: E. Issokson; J. Mello; J. Beckman; R. Amerman. STANDING: A. DeBettencourt; Mr. E. Knight, advisor; I). DePriest. The Audio-Visual Aids Club, whose members have been instructed on how to operate the available movie, opaque and slide projectors, provides qualified operators for the audio-visual equipment. Be¬ ing familiar with these machines, the students, whenever free, are able to give their services to various classes. Although this group does not have officers and formal meeting procedures, it has proved to be a very successful organization. CTIVI 72 CLASS OF 1962 CLASS MOTTO “Knowledge advances by steps, and not by leaps.” —MACAULAY CLASS SONG FAREWELL—all our high school days: It’s time to go our separate ways, With all our memories and meditations Of fun we’ve had and work we’ve done. FAREWELL—teachers we have known, And classmates we have called our own, Our many advisors so warm and sincere Who’ve helped us throughout each difficult year. FAREWELL—we’re off to see the world; There’s such a lot of world to see. We’re seeking the same rainbow’s end Waitin’ ’round the bend. To all our treasured friends, fond memories, Good-by. TUNE: “Moon River” CLASS COLORS Royal Blue and White CLASS FLOWER Rose Sponsored by GARLAND’S RED WHITE MARKET NICK’S LIGHTHOUSE RESTAURANT Oak Bluffs MANNING’S SNACK BAR AND GIFT SHOP CHARLES W. RYAN, Plumbing, Heating and Repairing Specialty Gay Head CANDIDS 74 CANDIDS “What time does the 9:30 Mayflower leave?” “These are seniors? ! ” CANDIDS Rahthar! “I’m just holding up the post.” “When I was your age! ” “So Mabel says . . . It couldn’t have been those worms. The morning after the night before. 76 FOOTBALL FIRST ROW: E. Ciancio; H. Childs; E. Niemic; J. Robichau; G. Frank. SECOND ROW: J. Araujo; J. Rokicki; W. Bassett; G. Surprenant; E. Medeiros; R. Tankard; J. Silvia; R. Lopes; T. Bennett; T. Downs; J. Kurth; L. Mayhew; M. Nunes; R. Amerman. STANDING: F. Pachico, Assistant Coach; R. DeBettencourt; R. Jackson; A. daRosa; A. Bettencourt; W. Haggerty; P. Herrmann; A. DePriest; D. DePriest; J. Bunker; D. Steere; F. Metell; A. Medeiros; D. McCarthy; Coach. FIRST STRING FIRST ROW: A. daRosa, A. Medeiros, J. Silvia, R. Lopes, W. Haggerty, P. Herrmann, R. DeBettencourt. STANDING: J. Kurth, T. Bennett, T. Downs, L. Mayhew. For its second year at M.V.R.H.S. football has played an important part in boost¬ ing school spirit. Good sportsmanship and team effort were displayed during the entire season. The team, showing a never-say-die attitude, was a fine example of the results of self-determination. The attitudes, desires, and willingness of the team left a warm place for its members in the hearts of their coach, school, and community. 78 CROSS COUNTRY R. Smalley, C. Lopes, R. Fauteux, K. Metell, W. West. Raymond Smalley This year the Cross Country team has had a most outstanding season, one of which the entire school and community have been proud. To start the season, the Purple and White took fifth place in a 12-school meet at Norton. In a meet at Old Rochester the team won, 45-17. In a home meet, at which Falmouth defeated the Vineyarders 35-20, Ray Smalley broke the island course record and came in first. In the Southeastern Massachusetts League the team took fifth place. In the Massachusetts State Meet the team of ten members finished fifth in the 15-school Class E Contest with Ray setting a record time of 12:12 over a 2.5 mile course. Of the 180 boys who participated, Carl Lopes came in 8th, Ray Fauteux 23, Ken Metell 54, Dan Luce 57, Wayne West 58, Richard O’Neil 96, Scott Edgar 133, Richard Combra 136, and Dave Gordon 144. Ray Smalley has shown a wonderful record this season. By placing first, Ray broke four course records this season. These include meets at Bristol Aggie, Fal¬ mouth, the Southeastern Massachusetts meet, and the Class E meet. It is expected that next year the Cross Country team will have another outstanding season, for all except one of the members, Carl Lopes, a senior, will return for the Purple and White. FIRST ROW: D. Luce, W. West, R. Fauteux, R. Smalley, C. Lopes, K. Metell. STANDING: F. Pachico; Coach, E. Issokson, S. Edgar, J. Araujo, P. Chapman, R. O’Neil, D. Gordon, R. Combra, D. Metell. 79 BOYS’ BASKETBALL VARSITY TEAM (1. to r.) T. Downs; R. DeBettencourt; R. Jackson; G. Bassett; F. Canha; A. daRosa; R. Tankard; L. Snowden; L. Mayhew. JUNIOR VARSITY TEAM (1. to r.) K. Metell; R. O’Neil; T. Bennett; D. DePriest; W. Luce; P. Herrmann; H. Eng- ley; K. Duarte. COACH AND MANAGERS (1. to r.) E. Ciancio; D. Drew; Mr. F. Pachico, Coach; G. Surprenant. The 1961-62 Vineyarder .basketball squad worked very hard under the direction of Coach Francis Pachico. Dur¬ ing twelve games the squad tallied 592 points which aver¬ aged to 49.3 points per game. High scorer for the season was Lloyd Mayhew who made 172 points for his team. Since eight boys are returning to the varsity team next year, Coach Pachico believes the 1962-63 squad will have a very successful season. Sponsored by CHILMARK AUTO SERVICE CHILMARK VOLUNTEER FIREMEN’S ASSOCIATION WEST TISBURY FIRE DEPARTMENT A FRIEND 80 GIRLS ' BASKETBALL FIRST ROW (1. to r.) M. Denningham; P. Brown; B. Cummens; J. Belain; V. Danberg; P. Donnelly; C. Ward; G. Packish; K. Luce. STANDING (1. to r.) M. Perry; S. Kelly; E. Francis; L. Howell; F. West; S. Fischer; M. Tilton; M. McDonough; S. Jackson; B. Borges. FIRST STRING (1. to r.) M. Denningham; G. Packish; S. Jackson; M. Tilton; B. Borges; C. Ward. COACHES AND MANAGERS (1. to r.) B. Viera; Miss H. Skarp, Coach; K. Beauchemin. During the 1962 season, the girls’ basketball team dis¬ played excellent sportsmanship and co-operation. Work¬ ing ds a team rather than as individuals, the girls captured the Nantucket-Vineyarder Championship by winning two out of three games. They ended their short season with a record of 2-2. Sponsored by FRANK L. NORTON, JR. Electrical, Plumbing and Heating Contr. AMARAL BROS., Plumbing and Heating Oak Bluffs OLD COLONY SERVICE CORPORATION Edgartown 81 DORIS SHACKLETON, captain CHEER From left to right are K. Lace, P. Brown, L. Case, N. Martone, W. Andrews, and D. Shackleton, captain 4 During the fall, our cheerleaders through their whole-hearted efforts added color to the football games, gave spirit to the team, and stimulated the interest of the spectators. Wind, rain, and cold were hardly noticed as the en¬ thusiastic girls worked hard supporting the Purple and White. LEADERS From left to right are D. Shackleton; A. Davies; S. Jackson; R. Steere; L. Silvia; J. Frank. (1. to r.) C. Magee, captain; M. Coutinho; J. Borges; A. Fer¬ reira; D. Ortiz; M. Mayhew. The 1961-62 basketball season is now a thing of the past. The bleachers are empty and the bustling activity of the gym has subsided. From beginning to end, the energetic cheerleaders led the stu¬ dent body and cheered for the Purple and White at pep rallies and games, both at home and away. 83 BARBARA BORGES LLOYD MAYHEW SUSAN JACKSON TIMOTHY DOWNS 84 EMILY RE LLO JOHN 0. SILVIA MARSHA PERRY RONALD LOPES r MAINTENANCE STAFFS BUS DRIVERS U. to r.) Mr. E. Fisher; Mr. D. Ben D; id; Mr. W. Hanna; Mr. H. Leonard; Mr. J. Stiles; Mr. D. Molonson; Mr. A. Andrade. 85 GUIDANCE COUNSELOR S MESSAGE MR. JOHN AHEARN Aufwiedersehn Au Revoir A rrivederce Desvidanye Aloha Oe Lehitrahot Shalom V ay a con Dios to the class of 1962. to an era of your life that will always be a source of happy memories. to a four year struggle that has resulted in victory for each and every one of you. May this success give you the strength and courage to be victorious in your future endeavors. to all your hopes and fears, likes and dislikes, good days and bad that have made up your high school life. Each of you has the mysterious quality of being unique. Few knew where their talents lay during the past years even though each has been involved, sometimes unknowingly, in a continuous search. Intensify this search— happiness will not be yours until you find and utilize your talents to the fullest. to all your hard work and contributions to the Regional High School. The zeal and charity you have displayed here are the perfect ingredients of a fruitful career. to your classmates—the precious jewel of life is found friendship—cherish it al¬ ways. all along the road of life upon which you are even now about to set foot. 86 PATRONS Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Albert Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Isaac Mrs. Marguerite Alisio Mr. and Mrs. Ralston Jackson Mr. Paul Bangs Mr. and Mrs. Irving Kligler Mrs. Katharyn Perkins Beale Mr. and Mrs. C. Stetson Look, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Borges Mr. George-Henry Madeiros Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Briggs Mr. and Mrs. Paul F. Mayhew Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Chittenden Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Mays Mr. Bert Colaneri Miss F. L. Meikleham Mr. Fred deBettencourt Mr. James Morrice Mrs. Marie Delaney Dr. and Mrs. Robert W. Nevin Capt. John Edwards Mrs. Addie Nichols Dr. and Mrs. Leroy Erickson Mr. and Mrs. Earl J. Peters Mrs. Rena Fischer Mr. and Mrs. Albert Prada Mrs. Anna B. Flynn Mr. and Mrs. Walter L. Smith A Friend Mr. Albert Soares Mr. and Mrs. George Frye Mr. Edward Stevenson Mrs. Elsie Greider Mr. and Mrs. Morton Vincent Dr. and Mrs. Russell S. Hoxsie Mr. and Mrs. Percy D. West Mr. and Mrs. Argie Humphreys Mrs. Dorothy Worden REF 050 V IN The Vineyarde r s 196 £. 1 REF 050 VIN The Vineyarder: 196 £„ — DATE DUE BORROWER ' S NAME DtMCO 3 98441001 2200 7