Masuk High School - Exodus Yearbook (Monroe, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 208 of the 1981 volume:

To see your life before you To feel the winds full force It is worth all that to be free 2 Escape --------------------- The Escape Great Expectations Friends And Other Strangers A New Kid In Town Two Down, Two To Go Hold On, Hold Out A Touch Of Class All Together Now Pride Of Panthers Index A Little Help From Our Friends Great Escape V______________________y Contents 3 AT STAFF THE HILL HOLIDAY WELCOMES HIGH MASUK SELVES! Y ENJOY Class Less Holiday September 15th marked the date for the annual Junior-Senior Picnic, the first day on the calendar to escape from the rigid schedule of the new school year. No sooner had the buses arrived at Holiday Hill in Cheshire. Connecticut than the eager “vacationers” scattered in all directions. With a quick flick of the wrist, Paul Caliento sends Bobby Salamon a fiery forehand. Many rivalries developed at the ping pong tables during the course of the day. Though swimming wasn't the initial object, many boaters soon found themselves exercising this skill. The entire area was soon alive with activity. The lake became a battleground as canoes attacked and sank each other, plunging the fully- clothed passengers into the chilly water. Others engaged themselves in lively games of volleyball, basketball, or ping pong. On a fastbreak, Kim Hartman drives past Mike Jones. Basketball, shuffleboard and horseshoes were some of the games people played. Friendship between the two classes became obvious as the day went on. Senior Mary Lisi gives junior Rose Liguori a piggyback ride. 6 Jr Sr Picnic Drenched from falling into the lake, students dry their Students share the day s activities as they sit down to clothes on the railing. Some students brought extra a midday meal. The buffet of the day was a clothes with them ... some didn’t. smorgasbord. Going Italian. Andy Wall and Chris Meyer teach Steve McAlpin and Mike Jones how to play bocci. Jr Sr Picnic 7 Holding the upper hand. Senior Fred Torcaso hopes for a big- ger poi. The brave chose to travel the trails on horseback, only to regret it the day after. The day was capped by the traditional Junior- Senior softball game ending in a victory for the Seniors. Of course, throughout the day a steady stream of food such as donuts, chowder, com on the cob, chicken and salads was eaten while people rested between activities. Finally, the weary adventurers boarded the buses to return home, swapping stories of the day’s activities. Fating hot clam chowder on the crisp morning. Lori Kurtz awaits the beginning of the day's activities. 8 Jr Sr Picnic A view from the hat as Senior Rich Wenning leads the group through the Mexican Hat Dance. After a long ride. Junior Linda Williams makes a new friend, Fido, the stable mascot. lime out for Senior advisor Mr. Sohon and Senior Monique VanVogelpoel. They both watch the volleyball teams vie for the champi- onship. Jr Sr Picnic 9 Escaping to where there is. No time to be, or man to see. Only sounds of rivers’ songs. And where there is no right or wrong. The silence rings a perfect note. One of which there is no quote. The trees reflect on years gone by. And of special times that seem to fly, Escaping to this place I know. I've only just begun to grow. 10 Waterfalls 12 The Times This Must Be Heaven There was something in the air, they were back again and the place was rockin'. The Dirty Boots Band helped convert the Common into a concert hall. Adrenalin flowed as the crowd got into the music. The Senior Dance is always a success because everyone has a good time. Senior Fran Reilly took the event under control and spent 5 hours before the dance setting up the instruments and the cafeteria. By the time of the final sound check, Fran was ready to get the show going. But it's all right now; Keep on singing loud; C. Daniels Senior adtisor Mrs. Young collects money from Tim McClusky and Frank Markut. The dance drew a good crowd despite opposition from the Masuk-Bethel foot- ball game. Dancing to the Rhythm and Blues of the Boots Band of Monroe are, Ingrid McFarlane, Roger Brown and Fran Van dcwccrdt. Getting down to business, Fran Reilly sings along with the crowd. 14 Senior Dance You should be dancin’. Kurt Wickctt sweeps Janice Smeriglio off her feet and heads for the dance floor. Dirt) Boots Band played three sets. The audience responded favorably to every song, especially tunes by the Greatful Dead and Jackson Browne. Inventing a new dance craze. Dan Charles rolls to the rock of the Allman Brothers. Senior Dance 15 Wc had something to learn, now � ’s time for the wheels to turn Grains of sand, one by .one, know, it’s all gone. Mrs. Cheryl Adams Physical Education S.C.S.C. Field Hockey Mrs. Diane Anastas Special Education U.B. Mrs. Sandra Banks English Reading Cheerleader Advisor s.c.s.c. Mr. Dan Banks Power Mechanic S.C.S.C. Football 18 People Mr. Robert Baroni Social Studies Cross Country Coach U.B Mrs. Susan Berube Science U. Mass. Mr. Carl Bodnar Social Studies Franklin and Marshall 1982 Advisor. Football. Girl’s Track Mr. Steven Borsari Science S.C.S.C. People 19 Back to Basics Child development is more an experience than a course; it reaches far beyond the conventional definition of education to offer a unique gift to both the students and their “guinea pigs. Students involved in child development, which is instructed by Miss Kent, start the class learning important information about vaccines, diet, and behavior and apply their knowledge to pre-school children brought to Masuk by parents. Each child is studied and entertained by a student on a one-to-one basis every day. The child then rotates to a different student but continues to play with the same blocks, puzzles and other amusements found throughout the room. The child development experience is a mutually beneficial one — the child receives the care and the attention he needs and the student gains valuable first-hand experience with the trials and tribulations of the first years of life. Oh, to be young again! The entire class spends a few moments of togetherness around the Christmas Tree. Santa Claus makes a rare appearance at Masuk to personali visit the children. Helping Mindy, Laura and Erik gather their things, Wendy Strata and Karen Rucsch lead them to their storage cubicles Ms. Kristine Bourret Mrs. Kathleen Buccellato Mr. Arthur Burke Mr. Edmund Butler Foreign Language Business Ed. Social Studies Art Pom Pom Advisor F.B.L.A. Advisor U. of New Hampshire West Virginia E.C.S.C. H.C. Football 20 Back to Basics Wendy Brescia holds little Mindy during story hour. Listening intently to all that transpires, Rene Lopez adds to this small conversation. Rita Ward takes a quiet, tender moment to read a story to Steve Tulley and Brian Daniels. Mr. Thomas Cagganello English 1982 Class Advisor Shakespeare Club Fairfield Ms. Lorraine Capobianco Mathematics U. Conn. Mr. Anthony Cianciolo Industrial Arts C.C.S.C. Miss Carolyn Conley Mathematics Good Council Back to Basics 21 -Escape From Within Making some Iasi minute bets on “The Superbowl, the stud- ents brave the elements of the outdoors to grab a cigarette. The general atmosphere of the smoking area tends to be very relaxed and without pressure. This exterior hangout is the perfect place to meet different people on a one-to-one basis. Striking up a conversation with a friend. Senior Lisa Grudctski takes some time off from the hectic day-to- day life at school. Basking in the noontime sunlight are Seniors Chris Pezzella, Ron Slossar and Renee Berube. Mrs. Ellen Coville English Reading Publicity Committee U.B. Mrs. Ethel Elson Mr. Joseph Fedorko Special Education Industrial Arts U.B. 1983 Class Adv. C.C.S.C. 22 Escape From Within Students grab a few spare moments for a cigarette and Demonstrating Masuk’s indiscrcctncss, two seniors pose some small talk. for the photographer. Isolated from reality, senior Jim Pelletier catches upon some reading. As another school day begins, some weary students seek refuge from the elements in the school's interior but others brave the wind, snow, rain, or bitter cold to satisfy their “nicotine fits in the smoking area. For those who choose to smoke, this area is a magnet which draws them from all parts of the school not only at the beginning of the day but at passing time, lunch break, or study hall. The cement benches and brick pillars and walls are almost a second home to many. In this second home they can grab a cigarette, meet their friends, and escape momentarily from their academic environment. Mr. Ronald Ferreri Mr. Thomas Fraher Mrs. Bonnie Germond Mr. Robert Gersten Social Studies Mathematics Home Economics Science Holy Cross Fairfield U. U.Conn. U. Penn. Social Studies Club Escape From Within 23 Desperately pray ing that the automatic alarm system won’t buzz for every watchband, ring or belt buckle which passes through it, the students escape into the halls. Center of Commencing with this week’s fireside chat are Lisa Brcnna. Bill Larozand Kevin Janco. Trying to stay as far away from the confusion as Sasha Mitchel watches as Mrs. Foster gives Pancho possible, Mike Kusnitz and Joe Bennett discuss plans for the weekend. Mr. John Giampolo Physical Education U. of Bridgeport Soccer Baseball Mrs. Dolores Giesman English Junior Classical League, Ushers Guild Fairfield Mr. Steven Golden Mathematics w.c.s.c. Ms. Esther Grosner Science C.C.S.C. 24 Media Center Attention her lecture on overdue books. A long time ago in a library far, far away ... Modeling here arc Mrs. Use Foster, Mrs. Marge Sapei. Mrs. Barbara Barlia and Mrs. Karen Kosko. The library is the busiest yet quiet- est place in the school. Hordes of stu- dents enter through the electronic book detector every period to put the library and the librarians to full use. Students frantically cramming for next period's test, researchers emerging from the rows of bookshelves laden with sixteen newly-found sources of information, a lone studicr who has isolated himself and his books in a cubicle out of sheer desperation, a reader curled up on one of the levels of the Pit — these are the familiar sights of our school’s research facility. Assuming the vantage point, Peter Power observes the library as he catches up on some research. Mr. John Hartman CWEP Counselor U.B. Football Mr. Bill Holcomb Science 1984 Class Advisor, Girl’s Track C.C.S.C. Mr. Graham Ingles English s.c.s.c. Mr. Kenneth Kellogg Industrial Arts C.C.S.C. Media Center 25 Movin’ Out We would like to express, through words and pictures, our thanks to the adults who rise at the crack of dawn to embark on a rounda- bout course, picking up scattered groups of comatose students and depositing them at Masuk every day in every unthinkable weather condition. Braving not only the elements but their passengers as well, the busdrivers manuever their “golden chariots through the potholes and dirt roads of Monroe, keeping to their appointed routes and schedules. Students aren't the only ones that look forward to sum- mer! Row 1: N. Kclcmcncky, B. Gauger, T. Popovich, D. Bedle, R. Wolf. Row 2: G. Cihal, D. Simback, P. Mock, G. Delisle, M. Balogh. Ix)ri Canfield hurries onto her bus so she can get her usual seat in the rear. Wondering if their feet will ever again touch solid ground, the passengers make their way into the bus. A warm goodbye is said at many a bus when the 1:50 dismissal rolls around. LOOKOUT! is the popular scream as the buses are seen barreling up the driveway and into their respective parking places. Mrs. Gertrude Kelly Physical Education Softball S.C.S.C. Mrs. Nancy Kepchar Mathematics U.B. Mrs. Elizabeth Kent Home Economics Ohio Univ. 4 Sum Si h Ik Zi Mrs. Enid Lipeles Science A.F.S., MRA Hunter 26 Movin' Out Mr. Golden decides to improvise. On the Lighter Side Typing teacher Ms. Mcgarry gives some of the finer hints on typing Duty calls, as Mrs. Brown sets about trying to one of her students. to catch up on the attendance bulletin. Mr. Ingles, during one of his workout sessions, lifts every weight that’s thrown at him. Ms. Stockman gives some students a boost in life. One of the incredible attractions of the school is the bulletin board behind English teacher Mr. O’Connor, which consists of work done by man oHii ledi tudents Mr. Vincent Lombardo Physical Education U.B. Mrs. Leslie Manfredonia Psychologist Fairfield Ms. Gail Mcgarry Business Education S.H.U. Teacher Candids 27 Common Ground bating isn’t the only activity in the cafeteria, as demonstrated by this table of students studying and shootine the hree r Another function of the cafe is its unique ability to double as a dance hall. Just two neon lights, a few boards on the floors, a 1953 The accomplices. Left to right: Ann Alvord, Pauline Cagle. Evelyn Oros, Joan Scribano, Judy White, Edith Cascio. Ruth Gergley, Roberta Wilcke. Carol Menard, Karen McCarrol. Using the cafe as a study hall, this group discusses the upcoming football game. Even reality itself sometimes warps w hile inside the cafeteria for a long period of time. Mr. Paul Miller English D D Club Columbia Univ. Mr. Charles Moakley Social Studies Fairfield Mr. Bud Munn Mathematics Basketball. Bovs Track s.c.s.c. Mrs. Judy Nuechterlein Guidance S.C.S.C. 28 Cafeteria The Common, or cafeteria as it is popularly known, is much more integral to school life than a simple lunch hall. The cafeteria staff serves a steady stream of doughnuts, coffee, and other breakfast staples throughout the day to those who can’t wait until feeding time. The cafeteria is a meeting place for all those students not assigned to any specific room. Armed with cards and blaring” stereos they make a mockery of the term Open Study. The spacious cafeteria also serves as the location of most school dances but its major function still is to meet the nutritional requirements of students during fifth period. Despite an occasional rebellion in the form of a food fight in which the best strategy of the teachers assigned to dreaded cafeteria duty is retreat, the school lunches arc nutritional and most lunch-goers would rather eat than fight. Once again the Masuk photographer catches his victims completely unaware. Note the shocked and surprised looks on the class officers’ faces. Slurping and slopping their food, this group rushes to finish eating before the bell rings ending the minute A-lunch. The underclassmen dine in their respective sections. Because the lunch turned out to be fish again, these girls decided to try to go on their diets again. Mr. Fred Oberson Industrial Arts U.B. Mr. Richard O’Connor Mrs. Gail Peabody Mrs. Ginny Pettigrew English Foreign Language Social Studies Fairfield U.N.H. S.C.S.C. Cafeteria 29 Practical Experience The Cooperative Work Experience Program prepares students for the world of work through daily classroom instruction in job finding skills, budgeting, taxes, and career awareness. Their on the job experi- ences give them a sense of responsibility and provides them with necessary skills to become financially independent upon grad- uation. Ray “Tex Jacob, the strong, silent type can fix anything at L R Power or Pond View Auto Body. Mow’d ya like a little quiche from Mrs. Anderson’s kitchen? Darlene Cedor has her cooperative work experience there. Al Dillcr, alias the Pickle, at Stcller's Garage, proves to be Masuk’s own Mr. Goodwrench. Sue Truax puts time in at the Monroe Supermarket. There's nothing like a smelly deli. Curt Knutson and Carl Baumann work out at Major Custom Tire. Mrs. Patricia Pettit English Mary wood Mr. Ray Pitcher Industrial Arts W.C.S.C. Mr. James Ranti Music, Band, Chorus M.S.O.M. Mr. Paul Riutta Industrial Arts 1983 Class Advisor C.C.S.C. 30 Cooperative Work Experience Dale “Elmo” Wargoor Mr. Fixit has a lunch box bigger than his toolchest at Stellar’s garage. Mike Charity works at Village Square Liquors, a job with some staggering fringe benefits. Bill TenEyck at L R Power finds riding mowers are safer than motorcycles. Patty Davis skillfully machining a pretty nice piece of work at Meyer’s Precision Mfg. Mark Streck makes a clean sweep at Harvey Hubbcll Inc. He is the highest paid in the CWEP program. Mark Streck Jeff “Scanny” Scanlon just loves to unload freight cars at Henderson Lumber Company. Mrs. Audrey Ross Science U.B. Mrs. Marietta Ruel Foreign Language Brown Mr. Daniel Ryan Mathematics Computer Manager J.V. Soccer Coach St. E.U. Mr. Kurt Schmidt Science Case Western Reserve Cooperative Work Experience 31 Above: Chris Meyer. Dan Kelly and Charlie Baxter hide their squirrel trap at the base of a sapling. Above Right: Trudy Witalis points out some facts about dead leaves to Ellen Steinbrick. Bottom: John Scmbrot points out a nest of some sort to his friends as Mr. Holcomb looks on. Right: Climb every mountain. Hiking up this hill arc Ellen Steinbrick. Linda Oltra. Margaret Fitzgerald and bringing up the rear. Mr. Holcomb. Below Right: Row 1 B. Pattyson. D. Kelly, C. Dcfilippo. C. Baxter. Row 2 K. Fletcher, L. Oltra. M. Fitzgerald. J. Gclb, J. Spangcnberg, E. Steinbrick, J. Orzechowski, C. Meyer, J. Scmbrot, T. Witalis, Mr. Holcomb. Landing some knowledge Although ecology is only a semester course, students are exposed to a wealth of information through both the classroom and the environment. Through classroom discussion students learn the fundamentals of ecology and their applications, such as alternative food and energy sources. Armed w ith this knowledge, ecology students explore the forested surroundings of Masuk. Student groups, assigned one square yard of woodland, arc expected during their six outings to record and interpret any changes that take place in it. such as animal tracks and habitation and seasonal differences. Students also analyze water samples taken from a brook, searching for signs of life or pollution. Through these various exercises students develop a keen awareness of nature and its special needs. Miss Becky Schumacher Special Education 1983 Class Advisor Fairfield Mrs. Diane Schwerdtle Guidance Middlebury Mr. Anthony Sebastiano Distributive Education D.E.C.A. C.C.S.C. Mr. Jeff Semon Social Studies Hockey Defiance 32 Ecology Class Not a Minute Too Soon Mid-year brings a few course changes for most students, but for some Seniors who chose to take advantage of the early graduation program it means the end of their high school career. For these participating Seniors a simple ceremony was held January 30 in Mr. Maloney’s office. Representatives from all segments of the school — Mr. Sohon, senior class advisor, Mr. Woodward, guidance counselor, Marie Lisi, senior class president, and Mr. Maloney — were present to see the departing students, all of whom had to complete the required number of credits, over this threshold of life. Graduation has left many paths open to these students, such as the military, a full-time career, or higher education. Above are: Marie Lisi, Carole Grubb, Alison Fuller, Bob Cedergren, Mr. Sohon, Joanne Trombetta, Milly Poppa, and Sue Tuttle — the early graduates. Mr. Maloney and the early graduates make arrangements for their departure. SUPfcKMAI During the fieldtrip to New York, Melissa Magou- las and early graduate Joci Salman wait for the bus. _________ V. z •5 o Mr. Dan Shea English Journalism Club Fairfield U. Mr. Robert Sohon Science 1981 Advisor Penn. State Ms. Carol Solheim Miss Kathleen Stockman English Special Education 1982 Advisor S.U.N.Y. Luther Early Graduates 33 Whether long or short, a bus ride must be endured at the beginning of any field trip. Although the school's facilities provide ample educa- tional opportunities for students, many teachers advisors take advantage of a unique way to give added dimension to the learning process, “field trips. These trips provide first -hand experience to participants that is lacking in the confines of the classroom. These educational sojourns range in distance from the annual visitation to local schools by the band and chorus to an international visit to Toronto, Canada by the Distributive Education Club of America. Field trips also vary greatly in their topic; the Law and Society classes observed the intricacies of our judicial system in a courtroom while the yearbook staff, travelling to the Taylor Publishing Company in Pennsyl- vania. and the Free Press staff, journeying to the presses of the New Haven Register, examined different aspects of the equally complex world of publishing. Despite these many differences, all field trips serve to further enhance a student's interest and understanding of a particular sub- ject. The Core I English trip to Guilford acquainted the students with the history of Guilford culminating in a tour of the Henry Whit- field Museum On the green are: D. Bristol. J. Frey. K. Kcehan. J Zultoushi. B. Narvoda. T. Humhan and tutors. P. Whispcll, C Berube, and K. Tolosa. Neil Binder awaits his turn while Don Kubick glances Sheri Novatny and a friend discuss what they have at a magnified construction of a bird’s feather. discovered on their day trip to the Science Museum. A scale model of the much publicized Skylab hangs over the first floor of the Boston Museum of Science. There was much concern over its unexpected return home during the summer of’79. Mr. David Strong Mathematics Chess Team Girl’s Basketball W.S.C.S. Mrs. Irene Suddaby Business Education National Honor Society U.B. Ms. Helen Wallace Ms. Jean Waricha Art Social Studies Tennis Skidmore U.B. 34 Field Trips To Reality 3 « The reception hall at the JFK Library sports a large flag The all- glass side has a view of Boston Harbor. The Marine Biology field trip allowed students to explore the won- ders of the sea aboard an environmental research vessel. Seated at the stern are G Boilard, A. Zukor. D. Byers. D Hart. J. Sahley. Mrs. l.ipcles. and C Pekar i On the October field trip to Pennsylvania’s Taylor Plant, Debbie Parker, Kim Norton, Mrs. Kosko, Steve Hcnn and Wayne Horgan got a tour of the entire facility and were shown how yearbooks are born. The Media Theory and Production class, including Melissa Magoulas. Brett Maranaccio. Joci Salmon. Jamie Dcjulio and Jean Ryan, visited the Museum of Broadcasting The afternoon of the New York Media Trip involved a double taping session of the Dick Cavett show on PBS. Mr. Cavett's guest was photog- rapher and author Alfred Newman Mrs. Patricia White English 1984 Advisor Mary Mount Mr. David York Internship Counselor Dickinson Mrs. Barbara Young Foreign Language 1981 Advisor Vassar Mrs. Gloria Cervini English —Substitute St. F.C. Field Trips 35 After a tour of the J.F.K. Memorial Library on the campus of U. Mass.. Boston. Steve Kaplita and Barry McCaffrey munch out in front of Quincy Marketplace. On the fall excursion loSouthbury. Mr. Ferreri and Seniors Byron Best, Todd Colgrovc, Pete Hornak and Joe Scrniak flank the sign. An eagerly anticipated journey each year is the Social Studies Club trip to Boston which includes historic and con- temporary sights. Paul Revere’s house is one point visited during the day. The class roamed the grounds of the Southbury Training School during their tour. The band travels to each elementary school during the year for concerts Here they ready to participate in the homecoming parade Mr. Joseph Crisanti Industrial Arts Master Teacher C.C.S.C. Mr. Mounir Farah Social Studies Master Teacher U.B. Mr. Dominick Feliconio Business Education Master Teacher U.B. Mr. Donald Gabriel Science Master Teacher Fairfield U. 36 Field Trips Behavior On ihr MC|H of the Columbia Inivcrsity I ibrary in NYC. John Kul- � • r e. Cathedral in Canada’s capital huwik. Shirley Sherwood. Matt Anderson and Steve Uenn wait to regis V,C OI IV,drK s mcarai m CdndOd S Cdptiai ter for the Columbia Sehola tie Pre� Conference. City. W 4 it t ! ( A view of skaters from high above in the hotel on the DECA fieldtrip. X ? ✓ On Ihr foreign country Held trip to Toronto. Mr Sebastiano travels through the trccts with Sheila Garrity. I.i a Carr, and Donna Oku la On the campus of Soulhbury Training School, the entire class congregates on the steps. 1r. James ( arofolo Foreign Language Master Teacher U.B Mr. Ronald ( ustaitis Music Master Teacher U.B.N. Fairfield Mr. Donald Hastings Mathematics Master Teacher U. Mass. Mr. Leon Mackiewicz Art Home Economics Physical Education Master Teacher Springfield Coll. Field Trips 37 FBLA’ers from Amity Regional and Valley Regional shown here with Masuk High School's FBLA'ers. They socialized together as well as worked at the Eastern Regional Conference held in Cherry Hill. New Jersey. Ib Jimun the Media crew produced 2 show� at the University of Bridgeport. Jim Roberts manned one of the color cameras for the Doonesbury sketch. Stwfco 1 was the sight of the ‘Film at Eleven’ nightly news Tom Slop- nick. one of the anchorpeople. wrote the script Andy Wall was the sound person and Steve McAlpin ran a camera. at - Mr. Shea and Mr. O'Connor chaperoned the Journalism field trip to Southern Connecticut State College. John D'amato and Dan Fitzgerald wait in the cold for the class to catch up. Mr. Michael Wolfer English Master Teacher Theatre Ithaca Mr. Charles Woodward Guidance Master Teacher Pupil Services Fairfield U. ROW 1: Mrs. Theresa Guilarte. Mrs. Mary Sowchuk, Mrs. Joanne Sperling. Mrs. Jan Germain. ROW 2: Dr. Peter A. Barile, Jr., Dr. Richard Ehmer. Mr. William Pappas. Mr. David Willettc, Chairman. Mr. John Young. Mr. William Dyer, Student Rep. Michael Doyle. Missing from photo: Student Rep. Robert M. Menard. 38 Field Trips A Word to the Wise Another manner in which the learning process is supple- mented is the importation of outside knowledge to the school through guest speakers. Whether speaking to a few students or hundreds, these speakers are involved in a subject of interest to a class and are able to relate abstract concepts and ideals to real life through discussion of his work, research, or experiences, thus enhancing textbook material immensely. Among the many people that have spoken to interested audiences this year were several representatives of “the men in blue”, Monroe’s Chief of Police Wesche, Sergeant Lieutenant Mercier, and officers D’Ambrosio and Rancourt, Brian Murray of the Bridgeport Alcohol Council, Patrick Bologna, from a child abuse prevention agency, Anthony Sherman of United Illuminating, Monroe’s Dr. Garrity, Mr. Bob Dasey and the late Mr. Robert Fisch, author illustrators, and State Senator Rogers. Guest Speakers 39 % I 40 Administration At the annual A.F.S. tea in the Home Economics area Mr. Mackiewicz shares an opinion with Mr. Carl Bodner. National Honor Society President, Lisa Corso, accepts the Century III award, in the main office, from Mr. Maloney. At the second pep assembly of the season Mrs. Banks and Mr. Maloney compare notes on the agenda for the gathering. The three administrators: Mr. Ron Gustaitis. Assistant Principal. Mr. Leon Mackicwicz. Assist- ant Principal and Mr. Donald Maloney. Assistant Superintendent of Schools. Throughout the year the advisors from each class discuss upcoming events with Mr. Maloney. Mrs. Young and Mr. Sohon. advisors for the class of ’81. meet after school to establish a Senior Class activities list. Mr. l,e©n Mackiewicz and his keys to the executive washroom stands in his elaborately decorated office. 6U. As you receive your yearbook, your career at Masuk will have come to an end. This yearbook will assist in building fond memories of the school as well as your fel- low classmates. May your memories of Masuk be pleas- ant ones and may your futures be filled with happiness and success. The main office is womanned by a very capable secretarial staff: Mrs. Peg Olney, Mrs. Linda Turiano, Mrs. Jane Cottle. Mrs. Martha Poppc, Mrs. Jo Kilcoync. Administration 41 Mrs. Maggie Bain (Title 1 Aide) assists students at school. Mr. R. D’Ambrosio, youth officer, checks out the faces of Senior class in the 1978 yearbook. Mrs. Pat Shea, Masuk’s Guidance Intern, helps Robin Wildman make decisions about her future career. After cleaning up the common, Ray Knapp, Jr., Cortigiano, Frank Pospigio, John Pekar and Paul dctte. take a break. Mrs. Roberge took over the duties as nurse in Janu ary, when Mrs. Boynton retired. Frank Gau- The men behind the Mr. George Filisko. scenes: Mr. Ray Knapp, Mr. Mike Feketc, Mr. Kim Dobyan and missing from the picture In her office outside the library in A-Wing, Mrs. Emma Johnson (Title 1 Aide) tutors students. 42 Extra Help There’s More Here Than Meets The Eye Supervising and maintaining a school of over twelve hundred students is no small task, but the workers bchind-the-scene perform this feat daily. Our admiration and thanks go to the maintenance personnel who fix faulty lockers and leaky ceilings, keeping the facilities looking better than new; to the secretaries who take care of the paperwork, managing to keep our records straight; to the nurse who cures the ills and aches of the student body; to the cafeteria staff which nourishes hordes of hungry pupils; and to the security guards who try to preserve some sanity here. Although the jobs and responsibili- ties of these “unsung heroes” virtually go unnoticed, they are greatly appreciated by the entire Masuk community. Aa important group of worker , the security guards, have various tasks assigned to them In the cntracc to the parking area arc Mrs Sharon Deluca. Mr Joe Sileo. Mrs Delores I uckner. and missing from photo is Mrs Gail Mercicr The MBC office in the Pupil Services area is familiar to the many students who seek the counsel of Paul Crotty and Kathy King. In the storeroom, Mrs. Shelton and Cafeteria Direc- tor, Mrs. V. Marchisio, answer the question What's for lunch? Although she only worked at Masuk for six months, Mrs. Olivares, the Title 1 Aide, has spent a great deal of patient time with many students. Mrs. Terry and Mrs Pitcher are the backbone of the Pupil Services area The two are always ready and willing to help anyone who enters the office Though only around when others arc not. Chief Sub- stitute. Mr Jim Hurley, has adjusted to life at 7:30 AM Extra Help 43 Lauded and Applauded I g •s M IVlrs. Boynton, in her gleaming white nurse’s uniform, was a familiar sight to everyone in the school. In fact, she had the dubious distinction of coming in contact with almost every student enrolled at Masuk for more than twenty years. Through the years, the school nurse has become almost a tradition, initially filling in as a substitute for the regular nurse for three days, then staying at Masuk as the school nurse until last January. She has seen her office more than double in size as her job took on additional com- plexities. Whether she was rushing to an emergency, sending ill students home, or just conducting hear- ing and vision tests, she maintained the professional composure of a true registered nurse. This year, Mrs. Boynton retired, but not without notice. She was the guest of honor at a faculty testi- monial dinner and at a student assembly. She was given flowers by the administration, a silver tray by the student class officers, and a spontaneous standing ovation from the entire student body. This year, she was also awarded the coveted School Nurse of the Year Award by her peers throughout the state. Although she will be missed here, we wish her much luck in the future. 44 Mrs. Boynton A New Kid in Town Two Down, Two to Go Hold on — Hold Out A Touch of Class New Kid in Town .e c d n T9 20 n n | Karen Ackley Scoll Add man Dawn Albanc Tracey All Patricia A more Ed Andrcjcz Heidu'Asch • V, , if Dc Atkinson Venice Aube |en Babycos y Baghdady d Baghdady nneth Barbario :hclc Baudouin andra Baulieu Thomas Beard John Beckwith rd Benno Leigh Bcrtig Kathy Birdsall Brenda Blais Andrea Bleakney 46 Freshmen WlLUitt Claire Boilard A Jcffrcv Boland : 'f Jt Wendy Bonaparte £1 Shari Booth Mieheic Bouton Karin Boyko .’ NO 1 3 X 9 K X Marlene Brennan 116 17 1« Deborah Bristol i'.A 24 25 5 Richard Brown Cuihy Buecher fei i {;; Patrick Campanaro Louis Cappucc Susan Carney Robert Carstensen I Barba� Cedergren Cervini Jeffery Champion Mary Chacko James Chaycr Diane Chilinski LynnChilinski Laura Cimmino Thomas Cino Brian Clampett ithan Coffey )bcrt Connolly laurccn Connor hris Corcoran Brian Cotton Louis Cruzado Deborah Crone Kathy Crone Kevin Daly Joseph Dangelo Tim Daniels Susan Dargcnio Dale Davidson Zoltan Debreceni I Jaquic DcChristophcr Edward DcFeo John Del Maria Delm Lee Demers Anthony Do Amy Derwallis Laura Dibiagio Freshmen 47 D Sahlin I' (S' I Laura Dickenson Christopher Dorso Deborah Duva Elizabeth Edgcrton Elizabeth Edwards Michele Evan log Dwight Evcrlith Richard Fazio Theresa Fedak Laurie Fischer William Fischer Colleen Flanigan Pamela Frank Glenn Gaffield Mark Galaburri John Gale Paul Garrett Darlene Gauger onald Gauger Robert Gennarini John Giapaolo Lawrence Gibson Robert Giles Cynthia Gillette Jacqueline Glatt Jeff Glczcr Susan Gouveia Thomas Graham Robin Green Kimberly Grega Karin Grillon Craig Haisely Jill Hamilton B aul Hansen ■eryl Hayden roline Hayes opher Hayes ichele Hayes eith Hcdlund nnifer Heitzke h Hemmady Jackie Hill nak Horvath Dennis Hughes Kevin Hughes John Indcrdohmen Richard Infante 48 Freshmen Terry Jeffrcss Jeane Kallivrousis Jackie Kaluta Bryan Karr Kathleen Keehan William Kempf Kevin Kirby Deborah Koch John Kokcnos Roxann Kouf Michele Koutrakos William Kurtz Larissa I abak Cheryl Ladzinski Robin Lake Lisa Lane Alison Lavalle Jeff Ledoux Kim Leighland Timothy Lennon Mario Lentinc Christine Leonard Melissa Lester Michele Levesque John Lian David Liu Paul Lombardi Jennifer Lord Laurie Loskant Karen Lucken Michelle Magas Michael Magee Plena Magliochctti William Mahon Terri Manson Scott Marsic Richard Martens Paul Martire Wayne Mavricz Greg Maxey Brian McCarroll Shawn McClain Patrick McCone Gretchen McPadden Bela Macghani Loriayn Mennilli Michele Mensik Michael Meyer Freshmen 49 Josephine Micco Cindy Mich Donald Middlebrook Jerrold Milks Christine Miller Tatia Mitchcl ticott Lis; i i Monforte Lisa Monroe Lisa Montinno Gregory Moore Elaina Moriarty Anita Muizulis Julia Murphy James Nagy Gina Nevonc Kevin Norling Lisa Norton Ann Odoy Maralyn Omara Abraham Omonte Robert Orzechowski Joseph Ott Cynthia Patterson Susan Pcrnek Ken Peters Debra Pittoric Ronald Pludc Fred Plcscia Justine Pohorylo Lisa Quick Peter Radzwillas Nancy Reiner Kevin Rcnaud Pat Risko Robert Roberge Rick Roberto Cheryl Roberts Joseph Roberts Lisa Romano Deirdre Rossler Chris Rubis Scott Rudd Chris Ruel Christine Scanlin Steven Schiraldi Kenneth Schod Elizabeth Schrodl Karl Schwarz 50 Freshmen anacca jkrtaglij Carol Scoppe Wendy Sherry Sizmanski Doug Slivinski Micheal Slogan Dcannc Smi Robert Steven Solck Robert Somley Richard Sperling Roger Spieg John Spyrou Beth Staffon Heidi Stickney Jeff Streck Holly Stryker Scott Sudora Chris Swanson Lisa Szor James Taylor A Darren Testani Noreen Taibault Michelle Tinkler fj Todd Tippett Alyssa Tomchik Cathy Tvler Mike Ushka Micheal Vanassc Gerald Vanwagner Richard Venditti Suzanne Veneruso Joseph Venezia Monica Vercbelyi Stephen Vincent Susan Warlko Gwen Scott Wilson Peter Wishneski Jennifer Witalis o V. Freshmen 51 T. Reynolds O'Hara S. KaplitJ Two Down, Two to Go Jeanne Addesa Aaron Alderman Terry Allen Cheryl Alonza [ Laurie Anderson Mary Anderson Matt Anderson Susan Arribas Jeanne Aucello Lisa Barnes Karen Basset Kim Bates f 4 Kurt Bauman Karen Beard James Beckwith Suzanne Beeson iiJ Robert Bertig Christel Berube Linda Bisignano Patricia Bloom Veronica Board Amy Bovard Dawn Brelsford Lisa Brenna Lisa Brennan Micheal Brescia Bresnahan Micheal Brown Sophomores 53 Ron Bunovsky Dianne Butterfield Margaret Buturla Leslie Caggianiello David Caliento Michcal Campanar Carol Carpenter James Carstenscn ■ Karen Carstensen Jacquelin Cassidy Doug Cassin David Charles Jean Chaussee Gina Checca Lisa Christo John Clampitt Matt Colcgrove Patricia Connoly Kim Corarito Dawn Cortina Tom Crowell Micheal Cubelli Susan Cullen Anne Dambcrg Steve Debrcceni Frank Dcgirolamo Silvia Dcgirolamo Alesandra Delillo Moc Dcmayo Greg Della Corte Mark Diltz Robin Dinger 54 Sophomores Sophomores 55 Jimmy Gombas Jeanninc Grant Dawn Guarigli David Guy Beth Hare Robert Harri: Gail Hastin Andrew Hen 4 Christopher Henn Mark Hinman Eric Hopkins David Hornak Lisa Howden John Hughes Richard Hurl Jeff Hussey Kevin Janco Robert Jen Debra Johnson Deborah Jones Jane Jones Carrie Kammire Stephen Katz Gaileen Ka ufman M Cynthii KirkK lia Keller Keniston Alexandra Klimkoski Donna Konwa Stephen Kowalski Karen Krajcik Eric Krosky Paul Kruger w i : ■v ' 2,. 56 Sophomores Anthony Kulhawik Lynn Kuraska David Lake Bill Laros Lavonne Lazzara Deborah Lees Kathleen Lenno William Leona Michcal Lester Glenn Levey e I.inebarger Maura Lombardi ard Longo ene Lopez y Lowry th Lucas ,cc$ non David Macdougal Jennifer Mahon Mali ia Lisa Manilio odd Marinaccio Joseph Marini Frank Markut atrick Marshall Laurie Marsilio Kathy Mastronc Darlene McCormick Jeffrey McDonald Kathy McDonald Thomas McDonald Suzanne McGourthy David Melanson Sophomores 57 Randy Mcrhi Debbie Mesaros Joe Mesko Kelly Meyer Kathleen Michel Timothy Michlcwski Richard Millo Dawn Debra Montanaro Colleen Moo Dawn Morga Muckensirom liliis Muliero George Nemeth Beth Northrop Cathleen Ohara iswin Kimberly Olah Kate OLcary Marc Olivares Richard Olofson Allison Osborne Joanne Pale James Pallock hris Paolini Mich cal Patrick Claudio Pawlus Fabio Pawlus Howard Payne David Pcluchcttc Mary Pendagasi Vicki Pernek Lauri Pickett 58 Sophomores Kathleen Pirhala Jean Potak Cynthia Poth Micheal Pozvek Stephen Reck Robert Reed Karen Reilly Cheryl Renaud Dean Savo James Scanlin Patricia Scanlon Raymond Searles Janice Smerigilio Charlene Smith Mark Soracin Lisa Sperling Sophomores 59 Robert Spisto MargueritStadler Mark Stankicwicz Richard Stebbins Andre Steinbrick Karen Steinbrick Betsy Steiner Sara Steinert Cathy Suda Maria Suffredini Keith Sullivan Sand� Super Lynne Talbot luia Tartaglia ;w Teel Robert Terry Debra Shultis Tracy Slatcher Robert Thomas Kristine Tolosa Ronald Toth Lisa Turcott Anne Twomey Paul T womey Greg I Is A. Bcrnedctt Viesto Jill Wargo Keith Webster Pamela Whispell Billy Wilkes Ann Wilson Sonya Wulff John Zahor Thomas Zaleski Thomas Zingo Edward Zinsky Kim Zukor Joanne Zuzick Hold on, Hold Out Louis Albancsc James Alexander Gwen Anderson Joseph Andrcjczyk Ronald Ascher Eric Augustyn David Austin Robin Babis Patricia Babycos Lynda Bacchiocchi Lisa Balog Robert Balstad Leslie Barker Jeff Bates Tracy Benedetti 7 Scott Bernstein Neil Binder M ichele Boa rd , _ Richard Boland Jim Borck Ronald Borecki Brad Bartz Brenda Brady John Brennan Wendy Brescia Juniors 61 Craig Brickman Mario Bufalini Mark Bush Johanna Butler Debbie Byers Paul Caliento Vincent Callo Cynthia Campos Curt Carlson John Caruso Debra Cauficld Joseph Cervini Scott Charney Lisa Checca Lisa Chiarenzclli Susan Chonko Sharon Christo Donna Cimmino Michelle Cizmazia Melanie Climes Douglas Cooper Leslie Corbett Richard Cottle Daniel Cummings Darryl Cummings Micheal Dagostino David Davidson James Day Dawn Deer Craig Defilippo Janie Delbene Nick Dcllolio 62 Juniors Susan Brolct Maria Dcipcrcio Dec Del pome Tina Dicarlo Cynthia Dillon Debbie Dizenzo Lauren Doll man Suzanne Domeracki William Donnell John Donovan Gail Domeracki Micheal Duh Betsy Dutton Cindy Emanuelson Debra Epifano Kevin Falcone Hi Lisa Feliconio Julie Fico Robert Firment Micheal Fitzgerald Mary Fonck Jill Forrest Robert Francis Diane Furhrmann Robert Gaffney Barry Galbraith Micheal Galaburri Linda Galligan Carma Gallo Susan Gabianclli Paul Garofolo Peter Garrity Juniors 63 Mark Gasparrini Elise Gatto Tracy Geadrities Bill Gcrgcly Cynthia German Shari Germond istopher Graham Mike Graham JoddGregga Pam Grudelski AnthonyunIBBI Scott Hamilton Dianne Hart Tcri Haskins Sally Hastings Donna Hayden atricic Hussey Jeff Morgan ileen Horvath Ky le Isaac . xSm Laura Jelliff Jennifer Jen Dave Junga Christine Kane Stephen Kaplita James Karcher Kimberly Karcher 64 Juniors Linda Keckler Lisa Kecklcr Karen Klicn Regina Kliczcwski Margaret Kohar Del Koui Peter Kruger Don Mwk Audry Kiyntzlc John Kulhaaik Lori a Jeff Janice Learnard Anthony Licciardi Maria Licciardi Roscmari L res Lim iris Lizak Chris Loskant iron Lucas Micheal Malizia Karen Manente Amy Zukor Juniors 65 Judith Marchan Mark Ron Marti Debbie Matera Marsic Chris Mattingly Stephen Mcaipin Barry McCaffrey William McCone Daniel Daniel McCarrol Lynn Melfi SortvMonnier Lisa Moore Micheaf’Mott EarlJH Mark Morganti Deirdre Moriarty Jeff Mulholland Chris Murphy 66 Juniors J0m Sabak Dfcnna Sacknoff Randy Pineau James Price Fran Principi David Propster — I niePurdv i mifcr Ra 1 nn Rich m Dave Sahlin Robert Salamon Deborah Sapyta KimSavorcy ± Kcnncth-Sehwat Michele Serniak Elizabeth Shea Douglas Shearer Timothy Peterson Kevin Pet riel Keith Phillips Michcal Pickett Juniors 67 Doreen Shullis Michcal Slimak Dean Smith Karen Soitesz Joyce Sperling Scott Stadlcr William Stafford Heidi Steiner Robert Stepeck Sandy Stickncy Sidney Stokes Pamela Stryker Tracey Sudora Julius Szalay Micheal Tavares Patricia Tierney Scott Timmons MikeTruax Terri Valerius Linda Vargo Michelle Vanasse Fran Vanderwecrdt Andy Wall Robert Wargo Lynn Weber Amy Weissc Dan Whelahan Catherine White Crystal White Curtice Wickctt John Wickson Linda Williams Tiffany Williams Fred Willson Pamela Wimley Nancy Wojiski Johnna Wrabel Robert Zaccagnini Adrian Zelazny 68 Juniors 1 Rcwiold' I) Auslin K k %ko 'ndcrckfLC a|did.s A Touch of Class Rosanne Anzellotli Beth Baranosky Joe Bennett Tk Kristine Alexander S Mark Aube Scott Alien Jennifer Austin Rosalie Anzalone Darryl Azarigian 70 Seniors Addesa Best John Black Russell Booth Richard Borecki Ann Bovard Since the age of four, when Kris Alexander enrolled in the Sherel Mullins Dance School, she had dreamed of one day instructing her own dance pupils. When the years spent practic- ing routines at Barbettes Dance Academy resulted in a teach- ing position there, Kris took one more step toward the realiza- tion of her life-long ambition. After five years as a dance instructor, she established Kristine’s School of Creative Dance in 1979. Kris now teaches eight classes a week in tap, jazz, and ballet at all levels of ability. Dancing has become much more than a hobby to Kris, and she plans to continue expanding her school into a full-time career. Shirley Boyko Scott Brennan Patrick Bresnahan Seniors Black Brcsnahan 71 i Noreen Carroll Thomas Carslensen Donald Caserta Lisa Carr 72 Seniors Bristol Caserta William Cedergren Thomas Chacho Robert Cirella Todd Cole grove Elizabeth Connor Lisa Corso Daniel Cooney Gary Costley 1 Kelly Crosby John D’Amato Dan Davies Seniors Ccdcrgrcn Davics 73 Craig Dickinson Alfred Diller Michael Doyle Mark Dubail 74 Seniors Davis Dubail Seniors Duh Fisher 75 As a dedicated gymnast, flipping is just one acrobatic feat lan King diligently prac- tices to perfection in his daily workouts at the Gymnastics Center of Trumbull, where, in addition to his rigorous practices he holds a coaching position. This previous summer Ian was a counselor at the United States Training Center in Massachusetts. A I I Although almost anyone would be ecstatic at being the fiftieth best gymnast in the nation, Ian has higher ambitions than his present status. He hopes to ascend to tenth rank, complete the long series of competitions that led him through the States, Regionals, and Nationals and suc- ceed in his highest goal, membership on the 1984 Olympic gymnastics squad. Joseph Fortin William Frank Kathi Franz 76 Seniors Fitzgerald Franz Allison Fuller Deborah Gauger Sheilagh Garrity 0 Robert Gallace ; Jody Gelb Catherine Germain Suzanne Giampaolo Jacqueline Godfrey Valeria Gregorio James Greer Pastor Gregorio Colin Gouveia Charles Grich Carol Grub Lisa Grudetski Jeffrey Hammons Seniors Fuller Hammons 77 Joan Hart Kim Hartman Sheryl Hassell Karen Hastedt Susan Heiney Stephen Henn Todd Hinman Wayne Horgan Tina Jordan Christine Kaluta Patricia Kascak Kevin Kasper Daniel Kelly John Kennelly lan King David Koneff Seniors Janco Koncff 79 Dwayne Kouf Dale Krasenics Sharon Krasinics Linda Korsky Robert Lennon Michael Kusnitz Pamela Laporta Karen Lawhorn Chris Link Mary Li si Marie Lisi Jeffrey Lombardi Mike Loschiavo Mona Lucas Sondra Lupulio Melissa Magoulas 80 Seniors Kouf Magoulas Michael Malola Scott Mannion Brett Marinaccio HIH S Amy Matthews entered the Miss United Teenagers pageant with a host of other girls, but she alone received the crown of Miss Teenage Con- necticut. How did Amy, who this summer reigned as the queen of the Dan- bury Fair, get involved in the competition? An application arrived through the mail, and Amy completed it, registering her for the three-day formal pageant at the Ramada Inn in North Haven, where she was judged on the reading and reciting of an essay entitled “My Country,” a personal inter- view, and an evening gown competition. Amy won the competition and received the right to participate in nation-wide competitions in Hollywood, Waikiki, Hawaii, and Washington D.C. representing Connecticut. She chose Shakespearian garb from the American Shakespeare Theatre as her costume displaying some aspect of her native state. Congratulations, Amy! James Marshall Mary Martin Amy Matthews Telemachos Mavrides Seniors Malota Mavrides 81 Lisa Mitchell Kent Moldenhauer Joseph Monaco Susan Morganti Ellen Muckenstrom Charles Murphy Robert Nash Tom Nemergut Michael Norell Carella Novak Seniors Mcsaros Novak 83 Edward Parmalee 84 Seniors O’Donncll Patrick Andrew Patrick Mark O'Donnell Michelle Ortega Bernard Odoy John Orzechowski Deborah Parker Kathy Olofson Linda Oltra Richard Phillips Bill Pindaro James Pelletier Beth Polonsky Miryam Pas ad a Carole Provencher Thomas Reardon Francis Reilly Richard Reine Brian Renaud Seniors Pekar Renaud 85 Uarlt BzdicJv Music is not a hobby to Mark Bzdick, it’s almost a way of life. Since the age of thirteen Mark was preoccupied with mak- ing music, and through endless hours of practice and natural talent, he has achieved great heights. Here at Masuk he is assistant director of the band because of his mastery of flute and piano. His renowned singing voice and aptitude for songwriting have earned him the position of President of the Masuk chorus. His sing- ing talents have also won him several awards of recognition. Mark belongs to the very select group of musicians that have won both the Connecticut and New York all-state competi- tion. His greatest achievement, however, was his qualification as a finalist in the National ASCAP competition. In the future Mark hopes to write and produce songs professionally, and he offers some advice to budding singers everywhere, “If you want it bad enough, you can achieve it.” Larry Robinson Maria Rodko Isabel Rodriguez 86 Seniors Reynolds Rookasin Todd Reynolds V I Tina Rigoli Jeffrey Risko Karen Rookasin Herbert Rose Scott Rose Timothy Rose Jeanne Ryan Thomas Rychlik James Sabak Jacqueline Salomon Jocelyn Salman Michael Scanlin Jeff Scanlon Kristin Schaer EricSchaff Sandra Scribe Joseph Serniak Jay Sheppard Shirley Sherwood Seniors Rosc Shcrwood 87 1 John Sowka James Spangenherg Sandra Sperling Daniel Stafford 88 Seniors Silbcr Slafford Jim Tartaglia o � x- Susanne Truax Seniors Steinbrick Truax 89 Paul Tuoti Christine Turcott Liz Tyler Mary Van Wagner Susan Tuttle Pratt Valerius Monique VanVogelpoel Guy Uhran Joseph Vergato Annette Vitilie Karen VonGlahn Donald Wales Dale Wargo David Weisse Jeffrey Weisse Richard Warning 90 Seniors Tuoli Wcnning Mike Charity Robert Zinsky Loraine Zeiner Lisa Zaccagnini Seniors Wilcn Zinsky 91 Todcinmnan In Todd Hinman’s eyes, nothing ever gets older, it just gets better! Todd has been an aficionado of antiquity for many years but his tastes have become more refined in this field. Todd currently holds two jobs to support his rather extravagant tastes, which include two old autos: a 1940 Pontiac Coupe, which required a little body work, and a 1952 Chevy, which put Todd’s mechanical mind to the test, requiring a rebuilt engine. In addition to old cars, Todd is an old music buff, and what better a way to listen to the tunes of bygone years than on antique radios, thirty to be exact, including a 1933 Zenith. Todd also has two jukeboxes to add to his musical collection, a 1938 Wurlitzer and a 1953 AMI. Todd truly believes that the previous decades were “the good old days.” (Jenni Austin) (Debbie Fisher) (Don Wales) Senior Candids 93 (Tom Nemergut) (Mark Streck and Mark Miller) (Jim Spangenberg, Tim Rose, Fran Reilly. Dan Cooney and Melissa Magoulas) 94 Senior Candids (Chip Murphy) (Paula Hussey and Carol Pekar) (Rob Nash) (Rosalie Anzalone) J McDonald (Jim Spangenberg and Charlie Baxter) It Took 4 Years To Get It Right (Leslie DeSanty) (Mark Dubail) (Kevin Kasper) PAHTmrts (Mary VanWagner) (Lou Duh, Tim Mavrides and Tom Carstensen) ■ F F Senior Candids 95 b.Sahim D. Sahlin ( All Togethe Now 97 COMING Reflecting on Homecoming after the crowds are gone, we gaze at the tattered paper and strands of used tape left on the walls. What does this all mean? It’s running like mad from meeting to meeting, with ad- visors, and administrators; giving here, taking there, devising a schedule - that in the end is too long. It’s endless hours in a below-zero garage, lit only by one naked bulb. Twisting and molding of crepe-paper into flowers of beauty for a float of class pride. Homecoming is the piling of all the paper you can get your hands on into somebody’s car and guarding it with your life. It’s staying for long hours in school making signs, putting up signs, and rearranging signs. It’s frustration when they all fall down and have to start all over again. It's blowing up 600 balloons and stuffing them into bags. Homecoming is a prayer that everything works out right. Homecoming creates an atmosphere of family that we can all work together to produce such an extravaganza. We are bonded closer during Homecoming; shouting aloud that we ex- ist and have a kindred all our own. Throughout this time, we break division and unite for a cause - a cause that separates us from any other school. For underclassmen it is a time of wonder, seeing who has done the best work and trying to outdo others. For Seniors it is a mark, to themselves and to the world, that we won’t be forgotten. Our time has come and we want everyone to know it. So here’s to Homecoming, truly a coming, a coming that makes an ordinary edifice a home and those attending a family. J.Sabak Dale Krasenics Bill Frank 98 Homecoming HOME Homecoming Sharon Krasenics Margaret Fitzgerald HOMECOMING For most of the school, Homecoming festivities began Wednesday, November 5, but for some students it started much earlier. Seniors had started working on their float a month beforehand, and the other classes were not far behind. Wednesday kicked off Homecoming with “Dress-Up Day.” Senior boys came to school in dresses and tutus and the girls came spiffed up in their best suits. Juniors wore their clothes inside out; Sophomores came to school in what they slept in the night before, and Freshmen tried to make Masuk’s ten ‘worst- dressed’ list. The prize for the best costume went to Senior Dale Krasenics. After school each grade plastered their hall with signs and streamers for Hall Day. The halls were judged and a draw called between the Sophomores and Juniors, much to the dismay of the Seniors. Thursday students wore their most outrageous hats, and the Krasenics family won again but this time it was Sharon who took the Honors. After school, students stayed after once more ■a to wallpaper the walls of the gym in the most successful effort 2 in Masuk’s history. | Friday was Red and White Day as well as the day of the pep “■ assembly, Senior Historian Jim Sabak (The Master of Ceremonies) announced the Homecoming Royalty. This year, because of ties in the voting, two Kings, Chuck Rose and Dwayne Kouf, and two Queens, Isa Rodriguez and Mary McDonald, shared the honor. Junior Dianne Hart, Sophomore Kim Corarito and Freshman Kathy Beucher made up the Queen’s court. The assembly ended as hundreds of balloons, courtesy of the Senior class, fell from the ceiling of the gym. 100 Homecoming Sophomore Floai ilh 3euc! After scnuol, ..m, ..on between the classes in tnree-ieggcu races, voneyOall 2 games, and tug-of-war contests took place with the Seniors emerging victorious. | Finally, it was the day of the Big Game. Before the football game, the i Homecoming parade — in which MRA, DECA, the Social Studies Club, and AFS participated as well as Faynor’s Market. The game started with the release of hun- dreds of helium-filled red and white ballons by the Sophomore Class. All the spirit built up during the week quickly evaporated as Newtown scored fourteen points and left Masuk scoreless at half time. Despite this, half time festivities went on as pom-pom girls, baton twirlers, and the band entertained the crowd and the Kings and Queens were introduced to the audience. The announcement that the Sophomores were judged to have the best float stunned the Seniors once again as they saw all those hours of hard work amount to nothing. Despite the fourteen point deficit, the Panthers fought back to end the game in a, come-from-way-behind, 14-14 tie. That night, the Homecoming week ended in a Homecoming dance featuring the band Good Catch. Homecoming 101 Top. Drum Major Dave Koneff and Mr. Ranti discussing halftime routine for the Newtown Game. Right. Alan. He plays the bone; he’s on the team-Yea, Rah, Rah!!! Senior Cindy Janco and Sophomores Bob Bcrtig and Dan Frost stand ready for the next formation maneuver. 104 Band-its Band On The Run T here’s a lot more to being in the band than exchange trips to Canada and free football games, for example, devoting the last week of summer vacation to band practice, marching in the snow on a cold winter morning to perfect a routine, and spending countless hours rehearsing pieces of music. However, all the hard work paid off as the new band director, Mr. James Ranti, pulled everything together to form a cohesive playing unit the school is proud of. This year, Masuk is entering an exchange program with a school in Montreal, Quebec, which is for many the highlight of the year. To finance this, a massive fund-raising program is underway including a house-to-house collection of returnable bottles, the sale of bumper stickers, and the holding of car washes and concerts to raise th needed revenue. For the band, the chance to visit a foreign country is a dream come true. Above. Talking heads enjoy the football game. Top. Under the direction of Mr. Ranti. the band plays “Rhapsody in Blue’ for the pep assembly. Above Right. Practicing for the first home game (Sept. 13. against Central Catholic) the band takes the field. Right. In concert formation the band plays the “Notre Dame Fight Song” for baton twirler, Debbie Montencro. International Affairs The American Field Service is an organization which enables students to make new friends and have the opportunity to travel to other states and countries. The APS chapter at Masuk. which is one of the most active in the region, stages several fund-raising ac- tivities. including book sales, magazine drives, and roller-skating parties, and the number one source of money, the steady succession of candy sales held throughout the year. In addition to fund-raising drives, the AFS holds several pot-luck suppers where members of the chapter get acquainted with one another. This year, many members of the club entered into a short-term exchange with students in Virginia. Yrsa Wilen, this year's foreign exchange student, is from Abe. Finland. lop Left Senior Mike Doyle, his first year in AFS, listens as the group plans the magazine drive, lop Right Row I: k Falcone, L. Williams, S. Hastings. K. O’Leary, M. O’Leary. Row 2: Y. Wilen. D. Roberge. L. Hicks. I Rodriguez, A. Alderman. J. Butler. Mrs. Lipclis, A. Dcrwallis, R. Salamon, B. Bertig, Mr. Hastings, M. Anderson. Standing: L. Anderson, J. Heiz.ke. J. Jen. Right Munching out at Yrsa Wilen's birthday party arc Meagen O'Leary. Kevin Falcone, and Amy Weiss. Far Right On October 15th, the entire AFS club celebrated Yrsa's 17th birthday. Sally Hastings. Scott Sladlcr, and Kim Zukor partake of the goodies. 106 American Field Service O n October 9, the first of two annual blood banks sponsored by the Masuk Parent’s Club was held in Masuk’s auxiliary gym. For most donors this day was filled with apprehension and fear of losing a pint of blood through a needle. Signs around the gym such as “needlework done here, and “all our work is done in vein,” tried to put people at ease but with little success. The blood bank was a joint effort by several organizations to relieve the blood shortage in this area: members of the Future Business Leaders of America filled the necessary forms for all prospective donors, student interns at area hospitals conducted preliminary testing, Red Cross nurses actually removed the blood, and members of the Masuk Representative Assembly escorted the donors to the reward for their pains, the refreshment table where women of the Masuk Parent’s Club served donuts, cookies, and juice to the donors. By the end of the day, twenty-two students and thirty-three adults overcame their “needle-phobia” to make the effort successful. Above. Senior Susan Giampolo is among the many first year blood donors. Above Right. Generous donor. Bill Domcracki, seems cool and relaxed. Right. FBLA member, Debbie Mcsaros, helped out with the typing along with members from MRA and Red Cross and Masuk’s Parent’s Club. Blood Bank 107 We Can Make It Happen Above Row 1 J. deDufour, F. Tor- caso (lighting crew) P. Garofolo, Row 2 K. Kosko, S. McAlpin, D. Sahlin, M. Bush, Row 3 D. Austen, T. Slopnick, S. Forgacs, A. Wall. Above Right Junior Andy Wall loses his head over Media. Right Sporting the harness he created, Shaun Forgacs mans the black and white video tape camera. Students gravitate to Media Services, each person different and each for a dif- ferent reason. A crew member is responsible for learning as much as he can about each piece of equip- ment and for teaching other students specific skills. Media Services provides an area for students to work during their free time, main- taining equipment and developing projects. Much dedication goes into creating slide tape programs, super 8mm animations, video and audio productions. It takes someone special to be able to assemble something out of a pile of cables that looks like a plate of spaghetti. Many productions take place after school calliing for a serious commitment from the crew. Above At the Media Roller Skating Party. Tom Slopnid spent most of the evening in the electronic game area. Iveft Along with filming each football game. Jim Borcl videotapes basketball and soccer games. 108 Media Services Executive Power B usiness minded people unite! The Future Business Leaders of America perform many community projects including a Valentine's Day Party for the Senior Citizens at school, parties at an area nursery school, an annual fashion show in town, typing for the Red Cross Blood Banks and donating a college scholar- ship to an outstanding FBLA senior each year. The club raises money by selling items from fund-raising kits and holding their annual turkey basket raffle. Each year, members of the club attend a conference in New Haven where students compete against each other in fields such as typing, shorthand, and ex- emplary speaking Row 1: D. Konwa, A. Okula. B. Hare, T. Bcncdetti, D. Shultis, J. Forrest, L. Dollan, K. Baker. M. Cizmazia. D. Smith. Row 2: L. Desanty. K. Olofson, Y. Rowan, C. Emanuelson. D. Epifano, P. Grudctski, L. Ellis, L. Feliconio, Mrs. Buccclato. Below Left Officers Row 1: Donna Konwa Reporter, Anna Okula President. Mrs. Buccelato Advisor Row 2: Debbie Epifano Treasurer, Beth Hare Vice President. Below Middle Posed outside the Sheraton Hotel in Cherry Hill are: Jill Forrest. Debbie Mesaros, Donna Konwa, Row 2: Beth Hare. Mrs. Buccellato, Traci Benedetti, Ms. McGarry. Right All this and other items went to Turkey winner of the annual FBLA Turkey Basket Raffle on November 26. Left All dressed up with some where to go are members of FBLA attending a mini-workshop in Bridgeport. Future Business Leaders of America 109 We’re in The Money The Distributive Education Club of America is in its second year at Masuk under the direction of Mr. Tony Sebas- tiano. Members of DECA plan one day to enter the field of corporate marketing and distribution. Members spend some time each week working at the Mart, gaining practical ex- perience in business as well as selling school supplies, T-shirts, jackets, candy and other items of interest to customers. In addition to the revenue made at the store, DECA runs several fund-raising events such as car washes, bake sales, and candy drives. With this money members of DECA attended a state-wide conference in March where DECA organizations from various schools competed with each other using the business skills they learned from their clubs. Row 1: R. Ward. L. Carr, T. Trede, A. Okula, S. McAlapin. Row 2: S. Brown. T. Bcncdctti, L. Mitchell. L. Con- ner. J. Gelb, D. Davon, P. LaPorta, M. Van Wagner,. L. Busk, J. Price, M. D’Agastino, J. Mcsko, K. Ger- main. Above Putting time on behind the counter, Anna Lucas. Right The wicked witch of the east was part of the showcase exhibits were featured during the year. Okula, president of DECA. October display in the store rings up a sale to Mona window. Many elaborate 110 Distributive Education Club of America Your Number’s Up Would you take a math test just for the fun of it? The members of the Masuk Math Team do this six times a year! The math team is comprised of students who are interested in math and who like to challenge their mathematical knowledge. Under the guidance of their advisor, Miss Carolyn Conley, the team members com- plete a thirty-minute, six-question test; sometimes just two out of six correct is a good score! The Masuk team is part of the New England Mathematics League. After the first test of the year, Masuk ranked se- cond in Fairfield County and second in the state. It was also listed as one of the top math teams in New England. Ron 1, K. Olofson. T. Peterson, K. O’Leary. L. Williams. F. Torcaso. D. Young, J Morgan, J. Mulholland. Row 2, M. Anderson, R. Menard, L. Hicks. R. Cirella, J. Kulhawik. S. Stadlcr, J. Day. L. Fannon. Above Left Working till the last miinutc, Tim Mavridcs calculates the correct solution. Far Left Rob Cirella and Donna Young compare answers after the test was completed. Left Mrs. Conley checks the scores as Julie Dedufour and Robert Jen anxiously look on. Math League 111 600 Watts of Superstar Rock WMNR is the resident FM station own- ed by the Monroe Board of Education. At least ten students have the Third Class licenses required by the Federal Com- munications Commission, to be disc jockeys. The federally issued certificates allow a disc jockey to work any station in the country and the student members of the 88.1 FM station make full use of the privilege. A disk jockey decides what for- mat he wishes to broadcast on, ranging from jazz to top 40 to hard rock, and runs his own two or three hour show. In addi- tion to playing music, WMNR covers the weekly Masuk football games, church ser- vices, and other community events. For some students, WMNR is a good starting point to launch a career from. For others, it’s just fun for now. Why do students join WMNR? For Joe Serniak, a senior disk- jockey, it’s a feeling of satisfaction. As he put it, “When someone calls you up, you know you’re doing okay.” Above Row 1: D. Brelsford, C. Germain, S. Ruttlcdge, R. Spiegel, E. Edgerton. Row 2: J. Day, K. Savory, D. Cortina. P. Garafolo, K. Boyko. R. Pludc, H. Stryker. J. Leonard. Row 3: D. Cummings, C. Boilard. L. Norton, D. Rifflard. S. Wartko, R. Mailct, S. Levesque, M. Connor. Top Right: Cuing up a cartridge, Todd Colegrove prepares to play a Public Service announcement. Middle Right: Joe Serniak on the hotline taking requests. Right: During one of his weekly shows, Joe Serniak intros a new release. Above Junior Paul Garafolo caught by surprise. 112 WMNR Elementary Role Reversal On November 3, crowds of people dressed in overalls, flannel shirts, and cowboy bools danced to the hard country tunes of Roadside Attraction in the cafeteria of Monroe Elementary School. Girls took advantage of the opportunity to ask boys to the annual Sadie Hawkins Dance sponsored by the AES Club. Senior Rich Wcnning roped the prize for his homemade corsage, and Greg Steiner and Jim McDonald corralled the prize for the best-dressed “couple. During the dance, other couples were married by the village preacher in a downhomc simple style complete with a marriage license. A grand ole time was had by all at the “hicksvillc hoc-down. Right: Knjoying a good laugh is sophomore Lisa Brcnna. Top: Silhouette images of people appear as the group tries a hand at country western dancing. Above: Junior Cindy German watching the dancing and the band. Sadie Hawkins 113 Domestic Affairs Above: Ron 1 S. Kapliia. T. Peterson, B. Odoy Row 2 Mr. Fcrrcri, D. Young. J Kulhawik. L. Hicks. K. Daly. L. Williams. C. Rose. M. Scanlin Row 3 E. Muckcnstrum. R. Circlla. D. Austin. J. Morgan. B. McCaffercy. T. Slopnick Right: Discussing the ideas for fund raisers are Tom Slopnick. Donna Young, and Lisa Hicks. Far Right: Ben Franklin's grave in the Old Cemetery was another point of interest along the Freedom Trail. The Social Studies Club, under the direc- tion of Mr. Ronald Fcrrcri. consists of civic- minded students interested in the world around us. Many of the club's activities were centered around the 1980 national elections. Prior to the adult balloting, the club held a mock election in school which resulted in a Republican sweep of every contested office this year. Also, on elec- tion day. members of the club worked at both major parlies' headquarters to get a glimpse of democracy in action. In addition to election-rel- ated projects, the club went on a field trip to Boston to travel the Freedom Trail, including the house of Paul Revere, the Old North Church, and the J.F.K. Library. They walked the whole distance on fool, and by the time the group reached Fauneil Flail they were uninter- ested in the talk on the historic building and more interested in the goodies that could be pro- cured from the Quincy Market. The club also conducts surveys of students' views on current issues. � 114 Social Studies Club Far Left: This year the Social Studies Club sponsored a mock election for the president, vice president, and members of the Congress, both locally and nationally. Left: Advisor Mr. Fcrrcri drives the car representing the Social Studies during the Homecoming Parade. Above: The Social Studies Club sponsored a trip to Boston and Fauniel Hall was one of their many slops. Classy Work Without Classy Wages Sophomore Leaders Junior Leaders Senior Leaders Below: Mrs. White. Laura Dickinson. Paul Hansen. Kendra Tanacea. Missing Mr. Holcomb. Mr. Scbastiano, Scott Monforte. Lori Menilli. Left: Row 1: l.isa Sperling. Carrie Kammirc, Ronnie Fannon. Dawn Guariglia. Miss Schumakcr Row 2: Kevin Brcsnahan. Mr. Fedorko. Mr. Riutta Freshmen Leaders Far Left: Ms. Solhcim. Mr. Bodnar. Nick Cascella. Cindy F.manuclson. Lynn Melfi. Janie Belbene, Jackie Jurman. Mr. Caggincllo Below l ft: Row 1: Mr. Sohon. Mrs. Young. Maria Lisi. Karen Fhlcrs Row 2: Robert Cirella. Bill Frank. Jim Sabak 1 -eft: Senior Class Advisors Mr. Sohon and Mrs. Young discussing future senior activities. Leaders 115 Read All About It The Free Press is the student-run school newspaper under the direction of Mr. Dan Shea and student editors Todd Cglegrove, Sheryl Hassell, Kim Norton and Dianna Roberge. Students involved with the Press are given first-hand experi- ence in the many areas of journalism, a field many would like to enter. Members develop the paper from start to finish, which includes gathering and writing sto- ries, planning the layout of the paper, and taking their own photographs. The paper tries to report on many aspects of life at Masuk, including the paper's Roving Reporter section which gets opinions on a variety of issues from the student body as well as bulletins on sports and other activi- ties. Because the newspaper is free, Masuk Free Press frequently finds making ends meet difficult, but nevertheless succeeds in publishing a quality paper on a semi-regu- lar basis. Far Right: Senior Sheryl Hassell is among Free Press' three editors. Above Right: Advisor Mr. Shea shows Free Press members their final product. Middle: Juniors Diana Roberge. Mike Pickett, and Senior Todd Reynolds sit and join in on the discus- sion of assignments. Above: Free Press members Kim Norton and Jeff Osborne listen to Mr. Shea's talk on future arti- cles. Right: Row I: S. Hassell, D. Roberge, D. Hart. S. Giampolo, S. Meyer, D. Sacknoff, J. Sally, Mr. Shea Row 2 K. Norton, J. Osborne, T. Colegrove, T. Reynolds 116 Free Press Meeting of the Minds The Masuk Representative Assembly is truly representative of the Masuk community; parents, teachers and administrators participate in this organization as well as the three student representatives from each grade. The MR A has two important subdivisions, the Student Activities Committee and the Activities and Discipline Committee in which ideas are discussed and proposals written for the bi- weekly meetings. Among these ideas this year were attendance policy considerations and senior controlled study halls in addition to the two annual Red Cross Blood Banks and the MRA sponsored Holly Hop. Row 1: Mrs. Rudd, Mr. Maloney, Ms. Waricha, Mrs. Ruel, Mrs. Brown Row 2: J. Starkey, C. Schwarz, L. Shea, L. Kurtz, D. Pittorie, J. Sabak, Mrs. Lipcles, K. Mycr, P. Connaly Row 3: M. Doyle, W. Brown, B. Rcnaud, Mr. Gersten, Mrs. Schumaker, Mr. Crotty, J. Aucello, M. Kusnitz, Mrs. Germond. Faculty and parents share in the discussion of school policy. Lori Kurtz listens attentively during the meeting in the Home Economics room. MRA 117 This Way Please “Are you lost? These are the familiar words of a member of the Ushers Guild, the largest organization in the school and directed by Mrs. Geisman. At theatrical productions members of the guild can be found at the door distributing programs and escorting the members of the audience to their seals. The group also helps bewildered parents comprehend the seemingly incomprehensible, the hallways and classrooms of Masuk at Parent's night. As parents amble through the school trying to understand their map and correlate it with their children's schedule, the ushers cease to be a convenience, they are a neces- sity. Because Masuk was frequented by many members of the Evaluation Commit- tee this year, ushers were also in great demand to aid the newcomers. Ushers are also present at several end-of-the year events, such as senior awards night, under- classmen awards night, and the grand finale, graduation. Top Right: Katie 0 Lcar , trying to remain anony- mous. ducks behind Mrs. (iiesman’s sign to avoid a lost parent and thus officially joins the “Usher’s Guild.” Tar Right: With the assistance of students from the Lshcr’s Guild parents are directed to classrooms from conferences. Right: Member of the Usher’s Guild Sue McGourthy escorts friend Pam t.a Porta into the theatre for the Born Yesterday production. Abo e: Sophomore Chris Henn. Katie O’Leary, and Bob Bertig take a brief time-out from helping theatre- goers attending “Born Yesterday.” 10 Ways to get into a performance free 1) Enlist in the Ushers Guild. 2) Dress up nice and wear a nametag. 3) Join the Ushers Guild. 4) Sign up with the Ushers Guild. 5) Participate in the Ushers Guild. 6) Become a member of the Ushers Guild 7) Be appointed to the Ushers Guild. 8) Bake cookies for Mrs. Gicsman. 9) Take l.atin. 10) Go to a free performance. Row I: B Polonsky, J Marchant. C. Provcnchcr. M. McDonald. Carroll. K Kenisten. S. Chanko Row 2: Mrs Gicsman. S. McGourthy, K Norten. S Hastings. L. Shea. S Sherwood. K Horvath. T Peterson. .1 Alina. M O’Leary Row 3: R Menard. K. O’Leary. M. VanVogcIpocl. C. Keller. B Francis. P Caliento. I Fannon. T Mav- rides. B Bertig. C. Henn. K. Ehlcrs. M. Rychlik. L. Labak.S. Digirollamo. 118 Usher's Guild Lights Out Or Passing of an Era Upper Left: Standing and watching rehearsal is Sen- ior Colin Gouveia. Upper Center: Freshman Perry Lytle takes a break and supervises the other crew members. Bottom I ft: Here Senior Fred Torcaso finds wiring for the play difficult. Above: Crew members Jeff McDonald and Billy Wilkes videotape the dress rehearsal for the play. The spotlight is on the auditorium crew for a change! This select group of dedi- cated students perform the many intricate operations needed for the varied events held in the Performing Arts Center. The crew as well as the actors must be present at all dramatic rehearsals and practices, and when the actors call it quits, the crew’s work has just begun. Crew members must observe every cue and motion of the actors, then design a lighting plan that exactly correlates with the action on stage, no easy feat in itself but add to this the spotlights and sound effects that actually comprise the show the task seems impossible. None- theless, the crew continues climbing poles and ladders in their precarious search for the perfect light plan. Row 1: S. Solik, T. Slopnick, P. Lytic, C. Gouveia Row 2: Mrs. Kosko. J. McDonald, P. LaPorta, D. Koneff, B. Wilkes Auditorium Crew 119 A Star A dramatic performance is not, in itself, the work of the actors alone. It is the combined efforts of stage crews and managers, light tech- nicians and directors all benefiting from the experience. The end product, a spectacular work of art and endeavor that all the partici- pants can take pride in. So it was with “Born Yesterday,” the fall per- formance. To all of us who look part in it, the play was a way to express our inner thoughts. Those of you who see us on stage know not of the pain, the screams, the laughs and the tears that go into the production, and the final relief of applause on the opening night. A play is an achievement to the actor as well as the various crews, an achievement to profess one's individu- ality and creativity in organizing and carrying out such an undertaking. We'll treasure these memories in our minds for it gave us a chance to look at ourselves in a different light and mature in that aspect. J Sabuk Above: Mr Wolfcr. director of Born Yesterday is visi- bly ecstatic over the progress of the rehearsals. Above Right: Billie Dawn uses her better assets to entice Paul Vcrrall. adding him to her list of con- quests. Above: Brock berates Ed Dcvery, his drunken lawyer, for losing an important contract, as Senator Hedges and Billie observe from a safe distance. Right: Undergoing his daily routine consisting of a haircut and manicure. Brock prepares himself for his company. Far Right: Under Eddie's watchful eye Billie and Paul stand a very good chance for their escape. 120 Born Yesterday “Born Yesterday” Cast Harry Brock Luke Fannon Billie Dawn Sue Morganti Paul Verrall JimSabak Ed Devery Ed Parmalce Eddie Brock Wayne Horgan Senator Hedges Dan Davies Mrs. Hedges Sally Hastings Helen Michelle Levesque Assistant Manager Jim McDonald Bell Boy Mike Doyle Barber Rich Reine Manicurist Yrsa Wilen Student Director Donna Young Stage Managers Dave Koneff Fred Torcasso Top I ft: Senator Hedges and F.d Devery fight to restrain Brock in one of his fits of anger caused by Billie Dawn’s disappearance. Top: Perplexed with how Brock is enjoying his stay at the hotel, the Assistant Manager tries to be as polite as possible, praying for a large tip. Above: Eddie Brock. Harry’s cousin and live-in servant confronts Devery with a recently received parking ticket. Left: Mrs. Hedges blusters and flusters her way through the conversation with the uneducated Billie Dawn. Born Yesterday 121 Dancing in a For anyone instilled with the Christmas spirit, the annual Holly Hop held on December 22 was the place to be. The dance's theme “Winter Wonderland was amply displayed Christmas sconces decorated the walls and pinecones statuettes of Santa’s elves and souvenir programs livened up the tables. Couples danced to the music of “Live Wire” throughout the night and a buffet of cold cuts and salads was provided for the weary as they took a respite from their “fancy footwork. This dance was sponsored by the MRA and had the largest turnout in it's history. Food, music, and good friends made for an evening of good times. Top Right: Senior Bill Pinciaro and Karen Rucsch share a laugh together. Above: Enjoying one of the many slow dances arc Bob Gaffney and Yvonne Rowan Above Right: Juniors Bill McCone. Scott Charncy, and Chris Graham talk about the night's events as the band takes a break. Right: Sitting down before the dinner. Heidi Steiner and Gary Howden await for the other guests to arrive. Far Right: Making a telephone call to a friend who couldn't make the dance. Paul Calicnto and Stacy Lyons share their evening. 122 Holly Hop Winter Wonderland Top Right: Couples Tracy Sudora and Rob Gallacc with Cindy Campos stand talking while awaiting pic- tures to be taken. Above Right: Senior John Pollack and Janet Gaffney enjoying the dancing. I.eft: Posed for the picture is Michael Loschiavo with Sandra DcLillo. Above: Couple Lisa Doniger and Jim Roberts wait in the lobby for the doors to open and friends to join them. Right: The punch is being tried by Matt Anderson and Lisa Corso with Mrs. Lipclis overseeing the entire dance. Holly Hop 123 The Art of Smart TOP l.KKI: National Honor Society president. I.isa Corso, goes over some notes with two Senior members. Donna Young and Paul Tomasura ABOVE: Mike Doyle reminds us that only four arc allowed at a table. C ENTER RIGHT: Senior members Tim Mavridcs and Stephen Henn study to keep up their grades. LOWER RIGHT: National Honor Society advisor. Mrs. Suddaby. and Jim Sabak prepare the list of nominees. TOP RIGHT: ROW I: I Rodrigue . K Ehlcrs. L. Barker. W. Brown ROW 2: T. DiCarlo. B Polansky, M. Van Vogelpoel, S. Sherwood. I Williams. T. Peterson. D. Young. C. Provcnchcr. L. Olofson. S. Hastings. .1 Singer. I Muckenstrom ROW 3: T Carstensen, T. Mavridcs, L. Fan non, H. Rose ROW 4: R Circlla. I King. P. Tomasura. Mrs. Suddaby. R. Menard. J. Salamon. B Renaud. M. Doyle. J. Sabak 124 National Honor Society All the King’s Men The Masuk Chess Team, coached by Mr. Strong, has always been a perennial powerhouse, and this year's team was not one to break with tradition. Throughout the season the squad had demon- strated its flawless moves in a long string of victories. Bob Jen, Wayne Brown, and Bob Salamon brought their team to the head of their competitive league, a position on which they held tenaciously for the duration of the season. Masuk entered the statewide competi- tion with high hopes, and emerged as the second best team in Con- necticut, a fitting end to another brilliant season. Left: The members of the Chess Club look on as Adrian Prince and Jeff Mullholland demonstrate some of the finer aspects of the game. Middle Left: Kurt Kcniston anxiously waits to make his move. Middle Right: Jerry Alena tries to establish his plan of attack before things get out of hand. Top I-eft: Senior Adrian Prince plays Jeff Mullholland a challenging game of chess. Chess 125 Tis the Season to Middle Right: Glenn Levey and Cindi Mich sneak in a last minute practice before the concert. Middle: Two saxophone soloists arc Dan Davies and Joey Cervini. Above: Clarinetist Jcnni Austin performing a solo dur- ing the Christmas Concert. Top Right: The entire band playing at the Christmas Concert. Right: Band Director Mr. Ranti with Kevin Petrel and Pam LaPorta performing a trumpet trio. 126 Christmas Concert Sing, Sing a Song The Chorus, a group of over thirty singers, entertained the Monroe commu- nity with the sounds of music throughout the school year. Under the direction of Mr. James Ranti, the group raised seasonal spirits with a Holiday Concert in Decem- ber. Included were several selections by the Madrigals, and a combined Band Chorus performance of Handel's Hallelujah Cho- rus. Participating in the Music Depart- ment Exchange Trip, the Chorus heralded the coming of the spring with the perform- ances in Montreal, Canada. Working together with the Canadian students was a unique experience enjoyed by all. Back at home, a concert including songs from the seventeenth century to the present ended the school year on a musical note. Top: Under the direction of Mr. Ranti, the chorus performs at the Christmas Concert. 1-eft: The Chrous, though few in number, sing out strong at the Christmas Concert. Above: Row 1. K. Korder, S. Cullen. J. Jones, J. Singer. L. Brenna, J. Bristol. I.. Corso. K. Perolli Row 2 L. Feliconia, K. Bzdick. K Olofson, J. Butler, M. O’Leary. C. Smith. L. Tyler. R. Wildman. Row 3 J. Mesko. A. Weiss, T. Bailey, C. Lizak. C. Keller Row 4 E. Parmalec, T. Reynolds. D. Austin, P. John- son, P I.aPorta. P. Lytle. Left: Practicing for the concert arc Ed Parmalec, Lisa Corso. Megan O’Leary, Jane Jones and Johanna But- ler. Chorus 127 Christmas Collage Right: December 23 Lisa Corso and Katie O'leary spent the xk day as Santa's Helpers. Far Right: Kids stand waiting for the bus while enjoying one of the first snow falls of the year. Below: The jazz band giving a concert in school to get everybody in the Christmas Spirit. Middle: Santa Claus comes to town as Fran Reilly. Middle Right: Senior Todd Reynolds poses before making his way to the Gingerbread Nursery. Right: Mrs. White’s Class celebrated the Christmas season with a six-foot Sub Sandwich Far Right: Kids from the Child Development classes certainly enjoyed the day with their very own Santa Claus. 128 Christmas Collage Classic Overture Row 1: R. Menard, S. Reck, B. Francis, R. Jen, T. Mav- rides, L. Fannon, M. Ortega, J. LeDoux, J. Alena, L. Capucci Row 2: K. Boyko, C. Miller, A Bleakney, S. McGourthy, J. Marchant, K. Norton, R. Anzalone, V. Pernek, K. O’Leary, C. Keller, L. Beard, L. Anderson, L. Shea, S. Sherwood, J. Singer, J. Sabak Row 3: Mrs. Giesman, A. Wilson, S. Morganti, K. Kcniston. J. Rigoli, P. Cal- iento, R. Ascher, R. Infante, P. Hansen. K. Schwarz, 1. Rodriguez, R. Anzellotti, J. Ryan. L. Labak, S. DeGirolamo, J. Fico The National Junior Classical League is an organization of junior and senior high school students sponsored by the American Classical League. It is composed of local and state chapters and is the largest classical organization in the world today. This year, a chapter of the League was established at Masuk under the guidance of Mrs. Geisman. Its purpose is to encourage an interest in and an appreciation of the language, literature, and culture of ancient Greece and Rome and to impart an understanding of the debt of our present-day society to the culture of classical antiquity. The high- light of the year was the annual Latin Day held at Trinity College on March 21, where members of our local chapters spent a day in ancient times with the other chapters in the state. Throughout the day participants sporting the tradi- tional toga competed against one another in chariot and relay races while feasting on Roman delicacies. Latin Day culminated in the Certamen, where members from each chapter competed against one another on all levels of Latin in a “Latin bee.” Who said Latin is a dead language? Junior Classical League 129 TOP LEFT: On the visitation to Taylor Publishing Co. in Penn., Wayne Hor- gan shares ideas in the Yearbook Library consisting of 4,000 books from across the U S. TOP RIGHT: Working closely with Jim Imwalle, the Taylor representative, the editors pick up important tips on publishing CENTER: Setting up a shot at a pep assembly. Matt Anderson gets a good shot of the speaker MIDDLE RIGHT: Listening attentively to “The Wcnning Version of the Night Before Christmas are Gai- lecn Kaufman, Kim Zukor, and Todd Reynolds. BOTTOM LEFT: Mona Lucas: Before, After and Later That Day BOTTOM RIGHT: John Kul hawik expresses his view on yearbook deadlines. Photo Credits: Cover photo — A. Odoy; pg. 1 E. Muckcnstrom, B. Marinaccio; pg. 9 S. McAlpin; pg. 12 A Alderman, S. Forgacs, M. Anderson. D. Sahlin; pg. 13 B. Marinaccio. M. Anderson, S. Forgacs; pg. 16 M. Anderson. R. Circlla. S. For- gacs. K Kosko, B. Marinaccio 130 Yearbook BELOW LEFT: At one of the successful bake sales, Kim Norton advertises hot bagels. BOTTOM RIGHT: Rob Menard: Sports Editor! MIDDLE RIGHT: One of the most complicated jobs in the book is organizing Senior pictures and copy. Shirley Sherwood shared the load with Beth Polan- sky. CENTER: Caught in a candid atmosphere arc Beth Polansky and Kathy Franz. Once Upon a Time Early in the school year, a small group of students banded together for a truly unique experience, the formation of a yearbook from its conception to final publication. At initial meetings, several innovations were discussed; some were implemented, others were never developed. Some new highlights of this book are an increase of four pages over last year’s book, a new colorgraphics section, the first four-color cover, and the inclusion of first as well as last names for underclassmen. Once the game plan was developed, the enormous project was underway. The yearbook was published through the efforts of the yearbook editors and staff, the senior class and its advisors, the yearbook advisor, Mrs. Karen Kosko, and Mr. Jim Imwalle of Taylor Publishing Company. Section editors sifted through a multitude of pic- tures taken by staff photographers, choosing the most desirable shots. The layout was meticulously designed for each page, copy and captions were written, people were identi- fied, and photographs were cropped. The technicalities of creating a quality book are legion, and it takes patience and persistence to adhere to these aesthetic points. Yet, throughout the painstakingly slow process of publishing the book, there was the ever-pres- ent pressure to work quickly enough to meet the arch-enemy of the editor, the dead- line. As with any publication, there was the business aspect of the yearbook, without which we would have no financial backing. Besides the obvious task of selling and distributing the book, the entire staff conducted an all-out search for yearbook patrons and a success- ful advertising campaign to pay for color pages and other special features. And what did the yearbook staff get in return for the ulcers and frazzled nerves? The satisfaction of seeing our work published and in your hands. We hope you enjoy it, because, after all, that’s what makes it all worthwhile! Yearbook 131 I. Beth Polansky (Senior Class Editor). 2. Kim Norton (Busi- ness Manager). 3. Brian Rcnaud (Copy Editor). 4. Mrs. Karen Kosko (Advisor), 5. Shirley Sherwood (Senior Class Editor). 6 Marie Lisi (Senior Editor). 7. Matt Anderson (Photography Editor), 8. John Kulhawik (Underclass Editor). 9. Rob Menard (Sports Editor). 10. Wayne Horgan (Layout Design). 11. Todd Reynolds (Ad Coordinator). 12. Mona Lucas (Faculty Editor). 13. Lisa Corso (Art Editor) A Final Note: We would like to give our thanks to the many others for everything from labeling pictures, writing copy and smiling for the pho- tographers to helping type up those last minute captions. Very special thanks to the artists, Shirley Boyko, Sue Mor- ganti, and Margaret Fitzgerald, and those who gave us all that extra help, Julie dcDufour, Vicki Jcl- lif, Luke Fannon, Sheri Hassell, Diane Roberge, Cindy Janco, Rich Wen- ning, Craig Dickin- son and Rose Anza- lone. t TOP RIGHT: On the other side of the camera are the photographers, Ellen Muckenstrom, Matt Anderson, Shaun Forgacs, Steve Kaplita, Dave Austin, Aaron Alderman, Todd Reynolds, and Bob Cirella. RIGHT: Yearbook photographer Jim McDonald concentrates on setting up one of the many pictures to be used in the upcoming dead- line. MIDDLE RIGHT: Senior Tom Slopnick enjoys the company and goodies at the yearbook Christmas party. ABOVE: Dave Austin lends a hand in all aspects of the yearbook. TOP LEFT: Rich Wenning reads a new version of “The Night Before Christmas” during the annual Christmas party. Left: Up, up and hurray! 132 Yearbook And They Lived! PRIDE OF PANTHERS 133 ABOVE: Senior Paul Tuoti attempts to steal the ball from a Bethel halfback. TOP RIGHT: Coach Giampaolo discusses team strat- egy during halftime. RIGHT: Senior Marc Aube soars above the Bethel defenders. FAR RIGHT: Sophomore Kevin Bresnahan shows how it’s done. MHS 4 CENTRAL CATHOLIC 3 3 NEWTON I 6 NEW FAIRFIELD 0 4 ABBOTT TECH 2 0 WESTON 3 0 POMPERAUG 1 1 BETHEL 3 0 JOEL BARLOW 3 3 BROOKFIELD 3 4 NEW MILFORD 2 2 NEW MILFORD I 2 BROOKFIELD I 1 NEWTOWN 0 2 JOEL BARLOW 3 1 BETHEL 5 Dynamite 134 Soccer This year’s season can be summed up in one word — dynamite! The varsity soccer team, or tophcrs as they prefer to be called, ended the best year in Masuk’s history with an 8-6-1 league record including two victories against rival Newtown. If that’s not good enough, this year the team advanced to the state tourna- ment, the first time in eleven years for a Masuk squad to do so. From the season’s opener at Central Catho- lic, it was obvious that this year's team would rise above the mediocre seasons of past years. They took the field with a vengance and won their first four games, outscoring their oppo- nents seventeen to five. The team then ran into a string of bad luck but remained undaunted. Their losing streak snapped at the Brookfield game and the tophers gathered momentum from there, steamrolling over their next four opponents. The team then lost a close contest to powerhouse Barlow and ended the outstanding season on a disappointing note against Bethel. Nonetheless, the panthers advanced to the statewide competition, where they were unfor- tunately pitted against Darien, one of the strongest teams in the state. Unfortunately Darien proved too much for our team. Captain Jim McDonald and co-captains Wayne Brown and Paul Tomasura were among the strong nucleus of seniors who, with several talented underclassmen, led the team from vic- tory to victory. In addition to the fine team effort, several individual performances were recognized. Jim McDonald was named to the Western Connecticut Conference first team, and was also Masuk’s Most Valuable Player. Kevin Bresnahan, who tallied the most individ- ual points (22) of any previous Masuk player, was named to the W.C.C. second team, and Greg Steiner and Rich Olofson received honor- able mentions. ABOVE LEFT: The Masuk High Varsity Soccer Team. ROW 1: V. Callo, J. McDonald. W. Brown. P. Tomasura. M. Aube. S. Henn. ROW 2: C. DcFilippo, S. Dcbrccini M. Doyle. G. Steiner. R. Menard, P. Kruger. ROW 3: Coach Giampaolo. R. Ascher, J. Scrniak, R. Olof- son, K. Bresnahan, Mgr. K. Norton. LEFT: Junior Craig DcFilippo squares off an offender as Senior Rob Menard comes from behind to give support BELOW LEFT: Sophomore Kevin Bresnahan in hot pursuit. Soccer 135 I I ABOVE RIGHT: Senior Wayne Brown leads the team in triumph after scoring the winning goal against New Milford. ABOVE FAR RIGHT: Sophomore Steve Debrecini under control on the Masuk sideline. RIGHT: Senior Tophcrs — end of an era. BELOW: Senior Wayne Brown makes like Pele, heading the ball to the Masuk forwards. § c i ABOVE: Junior keeper Vin Callo thwarts a Bethel scoring attempt. ABOVE RIGHT: Senior Paul Tomasura traps the ball midfield against New Milford. RIGHT: Senior Captain Jim McDonald takes a free kick against New Milford. c J o 5 u 136 Soccer MHS 1 CENTRAL CATHOLIC 1 1 NEWTOWN 4 0 NEW FAIRFIELD 0 3 ABBOTT TECH 2 0 WESTON 1 0 POMPERAUG I 0 BETHEL 5 0 JOEL BARLOW' 3 2 BROOKFIELD 1 1 NEW MILFORD 0 W — L — I 3-5-2 ABOVE FAR LEFT: “You're all criminals! a halftime discipline by Coach Ryan. ABOVE LEFT: Sophomore Jim Scanlon chases the ball down the sidelines. FAR LEFT: John Giampaolo and a Pomperaug defender... One on One. LEFT: Poncho Omontc and the J.V. team listen to Coach Ryan at halftime. BELOW LEFT: ROW 1: Mgr J. Borck. G. Nemeth. J. Giampaolo. P Lytle, M. Colegrove. J. Scanlon. P Omonte, J. McDonald. ROW 2: Coach Ryan. B Fischer. T. Graham. R Venditti, J. Ott, Z. Debrecini, R Harrison, G. Us, J. Indcrdohncn ROW' 3: P Twomey, R Toth, S. Rudd, J Purdy. M. Anderson, P. Hansen. J. Glezer, B Kurtz, J. Coffey. J.V. Soccer 11 vmm i i r irnwan Soccer 137 Above Right: A Newtown running back meets the Masuk defense head on. Right: Coach Butler instructs his troops as they watch the Masuk offense. Far Right: Senior Jay McGuire (52) kicks for the extra point as Junior Dave Grcwcock (12) holds. Below Right: Senior running back Chuck Rose (41) heads for open ground as Junior Brad Hoadley (44) prepares to stop a Newtown defender. Varsity Football Scores MHS 19 Central Catholic 0 0 Pomperaug 0 18 Bethel 21 26 Joel Barlow 0 22 Brookfield 0 33 Weston 0 6 St. Mary’s 14 28 New Milford 14 14 Newtown 14 6 Immaculate 7 0 St. Joseph’s 14 W-L-T 5-4-2 This year’s football season, the season of great expectations, fell tantalizingly short of glory in one of the most promising seasons in the school’s history. The Final record of 5-4-2 does in no way reflect the strong performances the team turned in. The season opened on a successful note as the Panthers shut out Central Catholic. The squad suffered its first setback as the two Panther teams struggled to a disappointing scoreless tie. In the following encounter against Bethel, the first night game Masuk has ever participated in, the Panthers were unaffected by the new medium as they commanded a solid lead for most of the game. Suddenly. Bethel tore up 98 yards and saw Masuk’s hopes for victory perish in the hands of a Bethel receiver with less than a minute left to play. The Panthers avenged their mediocre record, racking up 81 points in the next three games while keeping their opponents scoreless. The Panthers were temporarily set back from their winning ways in a non-league game, then rolled back the Green Wave for another mark in the victory column. The Homecoming game against arch-rival Newtown was next on the agenda, and the Panthers were prepared. Despite the Indians' fourteen point lead at the end of the half, the Panthers remained undaunted and took complete control of the second half. Masuk soon pulled even to their opponents and ended only inches away from a two point lead. 3 Yards and a Cloud of Dust 138 Varsity Football Left:Senior John Sowka (17) attempts to intercept a pass during the September 20th game against Pompcraug. Below: Senior Luke Fannon (50) hikes the ball to signalcaller Mike Scanlin (14) during the Bethel game. Fir Left Senior Don Caserta (32) punts the ball from Masuk territory during the Septmebcr 26th game at Bethel. Left The 1981 Varsity Team Row I: J. Monaco. J. Sowka, C. Dic- kinson. B. Terry. C. Roae, J. McGuire. D. Kouf. T. Rose. R Zin- sky. M. Scanlin. B. Best. B. Odoy. Row 2: B Hoadley. D. Kouf. D. McCarrol, J. Wickson. D. Grew cock. L. Fannon. D. Caserta, G. Femsinger. S. Chamey. C. Graham. A. Fagan. J. • Alexander. S. Beucher. Row 3c E. Zinsky. C. Garrity. M. Sli- mak, P. Hussey. M. Morganti. J. Sembrot. K. Issae, M. Graham, M. Fitzgerald. P. O'Hara. B Zaccignini. A. Kulhawik Row 4: J. Russiiano, M. Wrec. M. Lester, B. Reed, B. Terry. M. Soracin. K. Webster, R. Topo, R. Fiorenza. R Korsky, M. Brown. Row 5: Coach Banks. Coach Bodnar. R. Hopkins. C. Rubis, M. DeMayo. M. Maranaccio. Coach Butler An exuberant Dwayne Kouf (64) Byron Poetry in motion holding Central Catholic from a first down I I The Panthers then travelled to Immaculate to have victory elude them by one point. The annual Turkey Bowl game provided a fitting bookend to the season as St. Joe’s and Masuk squared off once again. Although the Panthers could not generate a strong enough drive to put the ball in the end zone, the Cadets were limited to only one touchdown a half. This was not only the closest Turkey Bowl but the Panthers proved one of the Cadet’s toughest opponents. This team, captained by Dwayne Kouf, Jay McGuire, Chuck Rose, and Tim Rose, produced several athletes chosen for special recognition. Byron Best and Don Caserta made the all-league team and Chuck Rose, Scott Charmey, and Jim Alexander were chosen for all-conference honors. This team, with so many heartbreaking decisions will long be remembered as “the one that got away” on paper. Nonetheless, to consider this season solely on the basis of statistics would be performing a grave injustice. Varsity Football 139 Top I .eft: Junior Del Kouf (45) prepares to halt a Weston opponent as Mark Soracin arrives on the scene, l op Right: Sophomore signalcallcr Keith Webster readies the Masuk offensive line against Weston, l eft: Quarterback Keith Webster rolls to the outside while Al Pagan blocks. Center: Junior Pat Hussey (84) tackles a Weston running back while Anthony Kulhawik arrives to help out. Abo� e: Sophomore running back Anthony Kulhawik (24) breaks through the Weston defense as Jim Alexander (51) looks on. 140 J V. Football Above I-eft: Todd Hcffclfingcr cools off during halftime while listening to Coach Hartman. Above Center: Running back Wayne Mavricz looks for open ground while evading a Brook- field defender. Above: Chris Rubis dodges to the left in order to escape awaiting Brookfield defenders. Left: 1981 Freshman Football Row 1: G. Moore. R. Plude, B. Mahon, C. Rubis. W. Mavricz, J. Evanko. B. McCarroll. C. Hayes, C. Rucl, J. Venezia. Row 2: M. Kane, E. DcFco. B. Smith, B. Clampctt. R. Brown, S. Sudora. S. Vincent, M. Vanesse. J. Milks. Row 3: Coach Hartman, C. Dorso, L. Cap- pucci. M. Lentine, T. Hcffclfingcr, S. Pctrides, T. Benno. ROW 1: C. Fiedler, J. deDufour ROW 2: Asst. Coach A. Bouts. L. Bertig, J. Sabak, R. Fannon, K. Zukor, J. Potak, K. Reuter, K. Beard, A. Wilson. B. Steiner, Coach C. Adams ROW 3: E. Horvath, C. Suda, A. Osborne, J. Ra zai, H. Steiner, M. Rychlik, S. Steinert, M. O’Leary, L. Anderson ROW 4: C. Keller, L. Szor, K. Boyko, P. Frank, J. Witalis, L. Brennan, L. Shea, L. Pickett ROW 5: D. Hayden, J. Wrabcl, D. Deer, R. Kliczewski, D. Pittorie, A. Odoy, K. Fletcher BELOW LEFT: Masuk sets up a defense as Weston prepares to take a free hit. BELOW RIGHT: Betsy Steiner watches as Dawn Deer attempts to take the ball from an opponent. BOTTOM LEFT: Coach Adams and Asst. Coach Bouts watch the success of the field hockey clinic at Chalk Hill. Sticking Together With the loss of nine seniors from last year, this year’s team was left with an enormous void to fill and only two seniors, Cindy Fiedler and Julie deDufour, with which to do. Overcoming this obvious handicap, the Pantherettes managed to salvage a respectable season from a potentially disastrous situation. The final record of 4-9-1 does not accurately reflect their performance; they were defeated in four games by only one goal. A season highlight came during one of the last games of the season against New Milford, the strongest team in the league and boasting an 11-0 record. Despite this game being New Milford's homecoming, Masuk rose to the challenge and defeated their opponents by a score of 4-2, creating the only blemish on New Milford’s record, who went to win the league 142 Field Hockey championship. LEFT: A group of eager learners looks on as Liz Shea demonstrates air dribbling. BELOW LEFT: The girls make introductions before starting the clinic at Chalk Hill. BELOW RIGHT: Julie deDufour looks on as two girls learn how to dribble. Donna Hayden dodges an opponent. Congratulating the Bethel team after a game well played. The entire season was truly a team effort; there were no permanent captains because the team preferred to rotate the position on a weekly basis among the players. The team’s leading scorer and M.V.P. was Cindy Fiedler who, along with Julie deDufour and Liz Shea, made the W.C.C. All-Conference Team. Another outstanding contributor was Ann Odoy, who, as a freshman, started on the varsity team. The Varsity Field Hockey team gets psyched before a big game. Field Hockey 143 Varsity Field Hockey MHS 1 Newtown 3 0 Pompcraug 6 2 Weston 3 2 Bethel 0 1 Brookfield 2 0 Immaculate 1 0 Barlow 3 5 New Fairfield 0 0 New Milford 2 0 Newtown 1 1 Pompcraug 4 3 Weston 1 W-L-T 3-9-0 RIGHT: Ann Wilson enjoys refreshments during a halftime intermission. BELOW LEFT: Cathy Suda and Ann O’Doy prepare to take the ball away from an opposing forward. BELOW: Liz Shea bats the ball away from an oppos- ing defender as Cindy Fiedler and Ann Wilson look on. BOTTOM LEFT: Lauri Anderson takes a shot on goal as Cindy Fiedler looks on. BOTTOM RIGHT: Cindy Fiedler traps the ball as Betsy Steiner prepares for an offense. 144 J.V Field Hockey J.V. Field Hockey The unfamiliarity of the freshmen with field hockey due to the absence of a compa- rable program at the middle school has always been a problem plaguing our junior varsity squad. To combat the diminishing numbers of freshmen playing the sport, a new field hockey clinic open to seventh and eighth graders was established to foster interest in the game. Members of the team travelled to the middle school where they ran through a typical practice and instructed interested participants in the rules and skills of the sport. The future recruits then went to Masuk to witness a game. This problem has manifested itself in the 2-8-2 record of the junior varsity squad. However, as one team member said, “What we lacked in finesse we made up for in spirit. This year's season was the com- bined effort of several girls, and no one player scored more than one goal. There were many sophomores and juniors this season who had never played field hockey previously, and despite this handicap they learned quickly and contributed greatly to the team. TOP LEFT: Betsy Steiner bat- tles for the ball at the bully. TOP RIGHT: Alison Osborne clears the ball from Masuk ter- ritory. MIDDLE: Masuk defenders swarm to clear the ball from their territory. FAR LEFT: Alison Osborne prepares to make a pass to awaiting Debbie Pittorie. LEFT:Masuk forwards wait for the officials call for a shot on goal. J.V. Field Hockey 145 BELOW: Coach Baroni discusses practice plans with his runners. MIDDLE LEFT: Cross Country members enjoying a lighter moment. CENTER: Masuk runners strive to take the lead in the beginning of the race. BOTTOM: ROW 1: J. Brennan, E. Augustyn, M. Galaburri, J. Beckwith, J. Steincrt, M. Gaspcrini. ROW 2: Coach Baroni, R. Roberge, B. Frank, M. O’Donnell, T. Carstensen, L. Duh, T. Mavrides, F. Torcaso. Mgr. L. Bcckitt, R. Carstensen. Running on Although the boy’s record of 4-7 repre- sents one of the better cross country sea- sons at our school, it fell short of the expec- tations of several team members. The two agonizingly close meets in which victory eluded Masuk by a one-point margin and another meet in which we were outscored by a mere three points evoke bitter memo- ries. However, if the tides of fortune were reversed and we had emerged victorious in these three approximate draws, the season would have ended in a 7-4 finish. Nonethe- less, the actual record is one to take pride in. The girls’ squad, who have in recent years competed as a separate component of § the team, compiled one of the few winning J seasons in cross country history, closing the year with a 6-5 finish. 2 The boy’s team was led by captain Bill Frank, while captain Debbie Defeo, who competed in the Western Connecticut Conference championship meet, earned a twelfth place standing in the league. Junior Mike Galaburri occupied the top spot on the squad, and John Brennan, Tim Mav- rides, Mark Gasparini, and Bill Frank combined their efforts to defeat their oppo- nents. On the girl’s side, Debbie Defeo, Dawn Guariglia, and Karen Lucken were the biggest point-getters. In addition to Debbie Defeo’s achievement in W.C.C. competition, she was named M.V.P. for the girl’s team, as were Mike Galaburri and John Brennan for the boys. 146 Cross-Country Empty FAR LEFT: Junior Mike Galaburri, Masuk’s co- M VP runner, prepares to overtake some Abbott Tech opponents. LEFT: Cross Country members prepare for a long bus ride to a meet. BELOW: 1980 Girls Cross Country Team. ROW I: E. Moriarity, D. DeFeo, R. Francis. ROW 2: Coach Baroni, L. Salerno, D. Moriarity, V. Board, K. Luckcn. K. Meyer, P. Connaly, Mgr. L. Beckitt. BELOW LEFT: “Who is gonna make it? We’ll find out in the long run .. BELOW RIGHT: With feet hard to beat. Cross Country members Tom Carstensen, Lou Duh, John Brennan, and Tim Mavrides run in stride. Sink It With Above: Flying high, Kim Hartman pulls down a rebound against Bethel. Above Right: Demonstrating her solid offensive abil- ity, Carol Pekar goes up for a long shot at the New Haven Coliseum. Right: Seniors Paula Hussey and Carol Pekar relax after working hard. Far Right: During the Bethel game, Captain Cindy Fiedler reaches out to keep the ball in play. Below: Kneeling: Captain Cindy Fiedler Standing: Coach Strong. Mgr. P. La Porta. Mgr. B. Brady, J. Witalis. L. Tomchik, L. Kuaska, M. Ciz- mazia. P. Hussey, C. Pekar. V. Board. K. Hartman. A. Odoy, K Reuter, M. Tinkler, C. Moore, Mgr. A. Bovard. Mgr M. Board. J.V. Coach B. Campanaro Your Best Shot With the loss of six seniors from last year's squad, many wondered if this year's team could continue the Panthcrettes' legacy. Any doubts were soon dispelled as the girls tore their oppo- nents to pieces, losing only two games in league competition, both to rival Bethel and winning the remainder of their games by outrageous margins, such as the trouncing Abbott Tech received as Masuk outscored them by 51 points. The Panthcrettes easily qualified for a W.C.C. playoff berth, and in the opening game soundly defeated Immaculate and advanced to the finals against a powerful Pomperaug squad. The lead sce-sawed back and forth until the fourth quar- ter when Pomperaug looked as if they might win the title. With new determination the Panthcrettes whittled down their deficit and thrust ahead on a key basket by Michele Ciz- mazia to give Masuk the game and the champi- onship for an incredible sixth year in a row and Paula Hussey the Most Valuable Player award. Photographs by M Anderson Varsity Basketball 149 Joel Barlow 41 Bethel 58 New Fairfield 54 Weston 35 Central Catholic 40 Brookfield 47 Newtown 44 Milford 41 Shelton 69 Pomperaug 40 lee 51 New Milford 37 Bethel 63 Joel Barlow 42 St. Joe’s 43 Abbott Tech 19 Immaculate 67 Brookfield 55 Newtown 48 New Milford 38 Top l-eft: Faking-out her oppo- nent, Cindy Fiedler puts the ball into play. Top Center: Looking for an open- ing. Kim Hartman prepares to assist for two. Middle I .eft: Maneuvering down the Coliseum court. Paula Hus- sey starts the offensive play. Above: Left to Right: Coach Strong. Seniors: P Hussey. C. Pekar. Cap� . C. Fiedler. K Hart- man. J V Coach B Campanaro MHS 150 Varsity Basketball The Pantherettes began the state’s tournament competition as the eleventh-ranked team in Connecti- cut. In the first contest Masuk defeated Watertown by fifteen points and earned the right to play against a much taller opponent. Wilby. Undaunted by Wilby’s size, the Pantherettes prevailed and advanced to the quarter-finals against Northwest Catholic. Their opponent proved too much for the girls and the Masuk drive to the top ended there. Although the squad did not win the state's competition, it became the only team in the state to win at least twenty games for an amazing five consecutive seasons. In addition to the league title, the Pantherettes, coached by Mr. Strong and led by Captain Cindy Fiedler, received several individual honors when Cindy was chosen a member of the all-area first team, freshman Ann Odoy earned a position on the second team, and Carol Pekar and Paula Hussey received honorable mentions. With all this talent, is it any wonder the Pantherettes have reigned as queens of the court for so many years? Right: During one of (he many time-outs. Coach Strong lays down the new strategy. Far Right: The end of an aggressive play by Anne Odoy. Middle Right: Making sure the ball does not get past her. Michelle Ciz- mazia demonstrates good defense Below: After laying the foundation for a win. the starters watch as the second string finishes the job. Below Right: Struggling to get ahead in the New Haven Coliseum. Carol Pekar goes lor two. Left: Kneeling: J. Witalis, K. Boyko. L. Anderson, K. Reuter. C. Moore Standing: M. Tinkler. D. Butterfield, L. Tomchik, V. Board, L. Kuraska, B. Cedergren, Coach Bobbie Campanaro. MHS 53 Barlow 25 44 Bethel 45 44 New Fairfield 24 35 Weston 7 44 Central Catholic 29 46 Brookfield 34 37 Newtown 18 44 Pompcraug 41 41 New Milford 20 37 Bethel 34 44 Barlow 28 29 St. Joseph 38 49 Immaculate 36 48 Brookfield 31 47 Newtown 22 30 New Milford W — L — T 13 — 3 — 0 35 Varsity j.V. Basketball 151 Above: The 1981 Varsity Cheerleaders Row 1:C. Dillon, L. Barker Row 2: L. Krosky, T. Jordan. I. Rodriguez, Capt, C.Campos. S. Krascnics Row 3: M. Posada. C. Kane, M. Climes, K. Horvath, J. Del Bene Right: The Varsity Cheerleaders perform during the Homecoming Pep Assembly. Far Right: The Varsity Cheerleaders take a break during the halftime intermission at one of this season's football games. Below: The many sides of cheerleader Miryam Posada. Below Right: Leading the way for the Homecoming Parade are mascot Sharon Krasenics and cheerleaders Miryam Posada. Tina Jordan, and Linda Krosky. S w o - , I • v 4] rV . cn A ( A1 n i ] • m - w j ' ' y 152 Cheerleaders Cheers Cheerleading is a sport which enables us to be legitimately crazy in front of a crowd. The cheerleader’s goal is to promote spirit and get the crowd to respond freely. Masuk Pride is definitely enhanced by the presence of the cheerleaders at football and basketball games. Whether we are jumping with the joy of victory or trying to smile through our tears of defeat, the pride in Masuk's team is evident at all times. Top Left: Junior Varsity Cheerleader Kitty Favro during the Homecoming weekend activities. Right Center: The 1981 Junior Varsity Cheerleaders Row 1: D. Schultiz, M. Bobwin Row 2: S. Dililo, K. Corarito. J. Wargo. L. Dickinson. P. Gouveia Row 3: K. Favro. N. Thibault. M. O'Mara Above: Sophomore Dawn Evanko flies high during one of this year’s J.V. basketball games. J.V. Cheerleaders 153 BELOW: Third Year Defense Al Fagan shoots the puck through Trumbull players as Rich Phillips ties up his man on the Trumbull blueline. RIGHT: Keith Sullivan and Lou Duh set up the aggres- sive offensive attack for the lagging Panthers. CENTER: Awaiting the inevitable shot Greg Boilard is poised and ready with his final season with the Panthers. BOTTOM LEFT: Hard skating 2nd line sets up for a faceoff against the loss to Wilbur Cross. BOTTOM MGHT: In the game of Hockey hustle is the key. but so is hanging onto the puck, as Keith Sullivan notices. MHS 4 Noire Dame 2 1 East Catholic 4 5 Lee 4 4 Farmington 5 1 North Branford 4 2 Bethel 5 0 Trumbull 7 8 Notre Dame 2 6 Lee 1 0 Wilbur Cross 7 1 North Branford 11 0 Branford 3 11 Platt 0 1 East Catholic 4 4 Farmington 6 0 Wilbur Cross 13 0 Branford 13 2 Bethel 6 2 Trumbull 9 1 Shelton 2 154 Hockey The Puck Stops Here ABOVE LEFT: Power play action leaves Masuk down a man as Lou Duh and Keith Sullivan try to develop some offensive action in the Trumbull Zone. ABOVE: In hopes of a desperately needed goal against Bethel. Masuk picks up the action in front of the Bethel goal. FAR I.EFT: Senior Tim Dvorak crushes the bones of a Trumbull player. LEFT: Alan Fagan squeezes the Wilbur Cross defense into the boards to leave Rob Gallace a clear alley down the left wing. BELOW LEFT: Junior Captain Al Fagan skates out to mount another Masuk attack from his defensive position. BELOW: ROW 1: L. Duh, J. Brennan, R. Ven- ditti, R. Toth, J. McDonald, G. Boilard, R. Phil- lips. R. Brown, ROW 2: Coach J. Semon, K. Sulli- van, T. McDonald, A. Fagan, J. Spangcnbcrg. B Valerius, T. Dvorak, R. Gallace, J. Bates, C. Los- kant, M. Duh,S. Stadler, M. Pozveck Hockey 155 RIGHT: Junior goaltcndcr (ircg Boilard averts a goal at the Won- derland of Ice. Masuk'� home rink. FAR RIGHT: The high goal scorer for Masuk this year was Senior Tim Dvorak with I 3 goals and II assists, followed a close second by fellow Senior Lou Duh. MIDDLE LEFT: Protecting the goalie is a key job for Masuk defensemen, and Tom McDonald uses his si c to his advantage MIDDLE RIGHT: The All Sen- ior second line did a great job of scoring goals when it counted throughout this season as proved by the goals scored against the tougher teams of this season BOTTOM: The second year wing Keith Sullivan breaks out of the Panther one This year’s hockey team, although it received little attention from the Masuk community, turned in a solid effort, defeating five of their opponents. The offensive- might of the team was best evident as Masuk tallied eleven goals against Platt and the Panthers’ defense kept their opponents scoreless. The season began on a bright note as the team defeated Notre Dame, but the subse- quent victories proved to be few and far between. One highlight of the season was the crushing victory the Pan- thers dealt to Lee at the New Haven Colliscum. Another cause for celebration was the surprisingly good game the Panthers had against state superpowers Branford and North Branford. Although both these games resulted in defeat, the closeness of the scores reflects the potency of the squad. Captain Jim Spangenberg and Co-Captains Al Kagan. Lou Duh and Tim Dvorak, along with Coach Semon, strove to pull together a winning team from a var- iable defense suffering from inexperience. It was led by Al Fagan. Scott Stadlcr, and Rich Vendetti, and the more experienced offense was led by seniors Rob Gallace. Tim Dvorak. Brad Valerius. Lou Duh, Jim Spangenberg, and sophomore Keith Sullivan. Although the hockey team did not win any champion- ships. they earned respectability on ice as a force to be reckoned with. 156 Hockey Despite this year's 1-3 record, the 1981 Junior Varsity hockey season can be deemed a success. The first J.V. team to register a win in two years, they shut out the Bridgeport Youth Hockey team by a 2-0 mar- gin. By learning the fundamentals of hockey at the Junior Varsity level, these players will develop into a future strong Varsity hockey team. BOTTOM RIGHT: The Masuk Junior Varsity team finds a much needed place to store equipment. BELOW: Skating hard at the Won- derland of Ice. defenseman Rich Vcndctti brings the puck out of Masuk territory. LEFT: J.V. goaltender Jeff McDonald prepares to thwart an opponent’s scoring attempt. BELOW LEFT: A J.V. player laces up before one of the four Junior Varsity games. J.V. Hockey 157 Bouncin’ Back 158 Varsity Basketball Top left: The battle of the boards was a key factor in the victory over Pomper- aug, with Senior Dave Campopiano seen here leading the charge. Top right: Sophomore Keith Webster wiggles his way through Bethel oppo- nents as he leads the running Panthers to another fast break basket. Left: Stretching for an easy lay-up Byron shows how to “Best” his Bethel opponents. Above: Senior Captain Byron Best leads the rest of the 1981 Masuk team into the pre-game huddle. Right: Paul Tomasura displays his sen- ior experience as he goes up strong to the basket after ripping down an offen- sive rebound. At the beginning of the season, several area authorities, including the Bridgeport Post, virtually wrote off the Masuk Panthers as a power in the Western Connecticut Conference, believing tnat all Panther talent had grad- uated. However, this team, the shortest in the league with no player over 6'2 , was not about to have the season ended before it began. Substituting speed for size, the Panthers methodically began to establish a name for themselves, despite an overtime loss to arch rival Newtown. As the season progressed, momentum and enthusi- asm built as they continued their winning streak. The mid-season schedule looked awesome, but confidence abounded. The initial battle with Pomperaug ended in a Masuk win, only to be quickly avenged in a Pomperaug victory, in which many feel the referees played a key role in Masuk’s demise, the following week. The panthers proceeded to defeat the previously undefeated Abbott Tech and a possible contender for the W.C.C. title. Immaculate. Despite the long string of victories, the Panthers remained one game behind the leading team, Newtown. As Masuk took on the Newtown Indians at home much more than the division lead was at stake. The Panthers had revenge on their minds and in their hands as they rolled over their opponent, establishing them- selves as the premier team of the league, a position they were to hold until the W.(J.C. playoffs, in which the Panthers were pitted against a troublesome Pomperaug squad. Throughout the game the Panthers were plagued by missed shots and as a result they lost the small lead that they had establishes by the end of the third quarter. Despite several chances to make a comeback in the final minutes of the game, the Masuk effort fell short, and the Panthers had to fix their sights on the State’s Tournament. In the initial contest of the tournament, the Panthers faced off against a stubborn Bullard-Havens squad. The Panthers encountered an eight point deficit at the half, but battled back in the second half to score a nail-biting victory, the first for Masuk in Class L competition since the Mike Gminski era. The Panthers then proceeded to the regional semifinals against the MBIAC champions. Central. The Masuk cagers fell behind by sixteen points in the third quarter, but rallied late in the fourth quarter only to fall short by four points. MHS 56 74 64 81 59 64 76 89 68 67 71 64 86 80 62 83 77 83 72 60 Weston Central Catholic Brookfield Newtown Bassick St. Joseph's Bethel New Milford Pomperaug Joel Barlow Pomperaug Abbott Tech Immaculate Brookfield Newtown New Milford Bethel Joel Barlow New Fairfield Foran Varsity Basketball 159 LEFT: Kneeling: B Best Row 2: R. Stebbins, K Falcone. K. Web- ster. K. Bresnahan. G. Ruel. S Stokes. P. Tomasura. P. Garrity. Coach N. Jacovcr. TOP: The Juniors put a trap on a player, with third year men Pete Garrity, Sid Stokes, and Kevin Falcone applying the pressure. MIDDLE LEFT: Fighting hard inside, Byron Best struggles for control of the ball in the Bethel game MIDDLE: Sophomore Keith Webster uses perfect form in tossing in a foul shot against Bethel MIDDLE RIGHT: Tough Junior Pete Garrity goes up strong for another basket underneath. Movin’ Right Along MHS 52 Weston 35 73 Central Catholic 41 51 Brookfield 31 55 Newtown 45 58 Bassick 52 61 St. Joseph's 52 69 Bethel 61 56 New Milford 50 56 Pomperaug 54 51 Joel Barlow 33 58 Pomperaug 46 80 Abbott Tech 72 72 Immaculate 46 61 Brookfield 50 73 Newtown 50 79 New Milford 58 66 Bethel 50 55 Joel Barlow 45 90 New Fairfield 45 66 Foran 38 Top left: Sophomore Rich Olof- son pulls down a rebound against Bethel as Kevin Bresnahan looks on. Top center: Sophomore Greg Rucl flics high for an easy two faints. op right: Rich Olofson takes a jump shot over a Bethel defender. Middle left: Bob Terry soars above a Bethel opponent to tap a rebound to a waiting Greg Rucl Middle Right: Kevin Bresnahan plays high above the rest of the crowd while scooping up a rebound against Pompcraug. Above: Row 1: K. Bresnahan, R. Stebbins, G. Ruel Row 2: Coach J. Olayos, M. Rubis, M. Lester, R. Olofson. B. Terry, B. Reed, T. Cino, E. Hopkins, T. Lennon Right: Coach Olayos preps the J.V. team in between quarters. 160 J.V. Basketball Little Sure-Shots Coach Munn preps his Freshman players between quarters. Below: Center Scott Rudd goes high for the tap during Freshman action against Bethel. Bottom Left: Masuk players Tim Lennon and Scott Rudd crash the boards as Bob Roberge looks on. Middle Center: Kneeling: Capt. B. Norwood, C. Ruel, Capi. T. Lennon Row 1: P. Radswillas, J. Giampaolo, B. Roberge, C. Rubis, J. Evanko, C. D'orso, Coach Bud Munn Row 2: P. Wishneski, S. Rudd, T. Cino, M. Meyer Middle Right: John Giampaolo flics high attempt- ing to steal the ball from a Bethel opponent. Bottom Right: Scott Rudd taps the ball away dur- ing Freshman action at Masuk. MHS 41 Central Catholic 60 Brookfield 41 Newtown 43 Bethel 66 New Milford 56 Joel Barlow 51 Pompcraug 44 Abbott Tech 52 Immaculate 74 Brookfield 32 Newtown 59 St. Joseph's 63 New Milford 61 Bethel 62 Joel Barlow Freshman Basketball 161 Jumping for Joy The Pom-Pom girls, co-captained by Debbie Epifano and Tracey Sudora and supervised by Miss Bourret, are a recent entry to the realm of Masuk Pride. Their dedication is evident the girls spending long hours practicing in the gym lobby are a familiar sight to everyone and they must provide their own transportation to the sporting events at which they cheer. Their commitment pays off, however, as they cheer the soccer and ice hockey teams to victory. In addition to the spirit they pro- vide at these games, the pom-pom girls per- form a half-time exhibition at football games to entertain the crowds with music, a dance routine, and, of course, the all- important pom-pom. I ft: The Pom-Pom girls perform their routine during the Homecoming Pep assembly. Center Left: Kneeling: D. Epifano. K. Ackley, T. Sudora, K. O’Hara Center: J. Cassidy, C. Jurman Standing: C. Ladzinski, V. Rowcn. T. Valerius Center Right: The Pom-Pom girls cheer for the Var- sity soccer team during a game against Pompcraug. Right: The Pom-Pom girls perform a cheer following a Masuk goal against Bethel. 162 Pom-Pom Girls Just Getting Our Feet Wet The Girl's Swim Team was newly formed this year. It consisted of mostly freshmen with only five upperclassmen including two Seniors, Kathi Franz and Kathy Olofson. The young team scored one victory against Pomperaug: 84-83. Jeanne Adessa took the Most Valuable Player award, earning the title with her 50 freestyle victories. Janine Franz and Sherri Novonty, both freshmen, shared the award for Most Improved. Michelle Vanassc was voted Most Spirited by the team. lice Far l ft: Gail Hastings docs the breaststroke during a swim- ming meet. Below The Masuk Girls line up for practice runs before a meet. Below: Row 1: T Dicarlo. K Crone. P. Bloom. C Waldrop. M. Vancssc. C. Poth Row 2: K O'Leary. L. Dickinson. D. Butterfield, J Parker. J Auccllo, J. DcChristopher Row 3: N. Stchlc. G. Hastings. J. Franz. K. Grcgga. Coach Faustich Row 4: C Renaud, S. Arribas, M. Magis, J. Addcsa, S. Novonty, T. Derwallis MHS 54 New Fairfield 93 39 St. Joseph 114 65 Newtown 85 84 Pomperaug 83 71 Pomperaug 98 70 Weston 84 1 Central Catholic 0 Swim Team 163 The uniforms have been tucked away, the grueling practices and pressure-packed games belong to the past, but the experi- ences that make athletics more than simply sweat and strain will remain with us for- ever. i 5 Sports Candids 165 166 Sports Candids John Addesa, 352 Cross Hill Rd., Jan 13, 1963. Kristine Alexander, 987 Monroe Tpke., Feb 10, 1963, Choreography 11. Scott Allen, 396 Elm St., Aug 5, 1962. Theresa Andrade, 411 Elm St., Jun 25, 1963. Louis Anthony, 254 Main St., Jun 10, 1963. Rosalie Anzalone, 118 Pastors Walk, Jul 5, 1963. Rosanne Anzelloti, 142 Twin Brook Terr., Aug 27, 1963. Marc Aube, 43 Richmond Dr., Jan. 13, 1963. Jennifer Austin, 554 Elm St., Sept 24, 1963, Band 9, 10, 11, 12, Chorus 10, 12, Cross Country 11, Drama 9, II, 12. Darryl Azarigian, 67 Greenwood La., Feb 22, 1963. Beth Baranosky, 30 Captain's Hill Rd„ Aug 24, 1962. Carl Baumann, 218 Barn Hill Rd., Mar 7, 1963. Charlie Baxter, 6 Patmar Circle, Oct 8, 1963. John Beaupre, 623-4 Main St., Apr 17, 1963, Soccer 9, 10, Free Press 11. Joe Bennett, 54 Harvester Rd., Jul 9, 1963, Basketball. Renee Berube, 6 High Meadow Rd., Jan 31, 1963, Masuk Free Press, CWEP. Byron Best, 17 Brushy Ct., Feb 9, 1963, Football 9, 10, 11, 12, Basketball 9, 10, 11, 12. Joe Bistyga, 85 Gaybower Rd., Oct 14, 1962 Jonathan Black, 179 Pastor’s Walk, Jan 12, 1963. Russell Booth, 331 Purdy Hill Rd., Mar 5, 1963. Richard Borecki, 327 Moose Hill Rd., Jul 1, 1963. Ann Bovard, 46 East Dale Dr., Jul 18, 1963, Field Hockey, FBLA; Girl’s Bas- ketball Manager. Shirley Boyko, 355 Hammcrtown Rd., Dec 23, 1963. Scott Brennan, 48 Harvester Rd., Dec 11, 1963. Patrick Bresnahan, 53 Turkey Roost Rd., Nov 6, 1963. Janice Bristol, 31 Jay Lane, Jan 10, 1963. Sharon Brown, 3 Wells Rd., Oct 6, 1963. Wayne Brown, 148 Swendson Dr., Nov 17, 1963. Wendy A. Brown, 87 High Ridge Dr., Dec 8, 1962, Ring Committee, Prom Committee, Homecoming Activities, Tennis 11, Internship 10. Lisa Busk, 15 Lisa Dr., Nov 25, 1963, Ski Club 9, Prom Committee 11, Year- book Club 12. Mark Bzdick, 58 Doris Dr., Mar 5, 1963, Chorus 9, 10, 11, 12 (President — 9, 10, 12), Drama 10, 11, Jazz Band 9, 10, 12. Tony Caldas, 83 Forest Rd., Sept 6, 1962, Baseball 9, 10, 11, 12. David Campopiano, 25 Bugg Hill Rd., Jan 3, 1963. Lori Canfield, 20 Knapp St., Aug 15, 1963, Gong Show, Carousel, Expo 80. Lisa Carr, 200 Fan Hill Rd., May 22, 1962. Noreen Carroll, 240 Moose Hill Rd., Apr 26, 1963, Usher’s Guild 9, 12, Track 10, Ring Committee 10, Home- coming Committee 4, Play 11. Tom Carstensen, 19 Winslow Terr., Sep 26, 1963, Cross Country 11, 12, Track 10, 11, 12, National Honor Soci- ety 11, 12. Donald Caserta, 258 Shelton Rd.. Aug 10, 1963. William Cedergren, 300 Teller Rd., Aug 18, 1963. Darlene Cedor, 6 Birchwood Rd., Oct 26, 1963. Thomas Chacho, 29 Johnson Place, Dec 12, 1963. Michael Charity, 77 Booth Hill Rd., Dec. 8, 1962. Robert M. Cirella, 114 Cross Hill Rd., May 9, 1963, Math Team 10, 11, 12, Social Studies Club 12, Drama 11, 12, Tennis 9, Track 10, Class Treasurer 12. Todd Colegrove, 69 Maryanne Dr., Apr 10, 1963, WMNR 11, 12. Elizabeth Connor, 166 Pastors Walk, Oct 18, 1962, FBLA 9, 11, DECA, Drama. Daniel Cooney, 90 Longview Rd., Oct 8, 1963. Lisa Corso, 59 Flint Ridge Rd., Nov 29, 1963, Chorus, Drama, Social Stud- ies Club, National Honor Society (Pres- ident), Math Team. Gary Costley, 47 Oakwood Dr., Jul 17, 1962. Eddie Crnic, 47 Hirams Hill Rd., Dec 12, 1963. Kelly Crosby, 181 Bagburn Rd., Feb 9, 1964. Clinton Crowther, 23 Cedar Lane, Jul 31, 1961. John D’Amato, 103 Millbrook Ter- race, Feb 16, 1964. John D’Amico, 203 Fan Hill Rd., Aug 10, 1963. Mike D'Amico, 203 Fan Hill Rd., May 3, 1962. Daniel Davies, 76 Pastors Walk, Jan 19, 1963, Band (President 12), Hockey. Norma Davis, 485 Pepper St., Mar 15, 1963. Karen Decker, 692 Elm St., Feb 25, 1963, Cross-Country Team, Indoor Track. Julianne deDufour, 168 Wheeler Rd., May 7, 1963, Cross Country Mgr. 9, 10, Field Hockey 11, 12, Girl’s Basketball Mgr. 10, 11, 12, Softball 9, 10, 11, 12, Math Team 10, 11, 12, Stage Crew 11, 12, Media Crew 10, 11, 12. Deborah Defeo, 45 Hillside Dr., Sept 27, 1963, Track 10, II, 12, Crosscoun- try 11, 12. Jamie Ann DeJulio, 103 Greenwood Lane, Nov 10, 1963, Treasurer 9, Vice- President 10, Journalism, Homecoming Queen 11. Peter DelMastro, 44 Jay Lane, Dec 3, 1963. Tim Derwallis, 9 Wells Rd., Apr 25, 1963, JV Baseball. Leslie DeSanty, 417 Elm St., May 15, 1963, FBLA. Craig Dickinson, 295 Barnhill Rd., Sept 23, 1963, Football, Wrestling Club, Track, Newspaper, Yearbook. Alfred Diller, 33 Captains Hill Rd., Apr 30, 1963. Joseph Donofrio, 287 Hattertown Rd., Sept 10, 1962. Anthony Dorrian, 18 Patmar Dr., Nov 14. 1963. Mike Doyle, 670 Elm St., Jul 30, 1963, National Honor Society 10, 11, 12, Soccer 10, 11, 12, Tennis 9, 10, Drama 12, Rep. to Board of Ed. 12. Mark DuBail, 185 Turkey Roost Rd., Jul 2, 1963. Louis Duh, 55 Bagburn Rd., Sept 10, 1963, Cross County 9, 11, 12, Hockey 10, 11, 12, Golf 11, 12. Timothy Dvorak, 368 Old Zoar Rd., May 6, 1963, Hockey. 167 Index Suzanne Dyer, 4 Far Horizon Dr,, Jan 24, 1963. Alton Ebron, 49 West Maiden La., Jan 21, 1961. Karen Ehlers, 12 Tollgale Rd., Mar 9, 1963, Pom-Poms 9, Track 9, MRA 10, Ring Committee 10, National Honor Society 10, 11, 12, Prom Committee 11, Field Hockey 11, Vice President 12, Plays. Margaret Ellis, 73 Longview Rd., Apr 25, 1963. Richard Epifano, 467 Elm St., Jul 6, 1963. Luke Eannon, 436 Wheeler Rd., Aug 22, 1963, Football 10, 11, 12, Golf 10, Track 11, 12, Drama 11, 12, Ushers Guild 9,10, 11,12, Math Team 11, 12. Paul Feher, 88 Turkey Roost Rd., Aug 21, 1963. Greg Feinsinger, 23 Fernwood Rd., Feb. 12, 1963, Varsity Football II, 12. Cindy Fiedler, 119 West Maiden Ln., Oct 15, 1963, Field Hockey 9, 10, 11, 12, Basketball 9, 10, 11, 12, Softball 9. 10, 11, 12. Debra Fisher, 257 Guinea Rd., Nov 25, 1963. Dan Fitzgerald, 54 Maryanne Dr., Jun 12, 1963. Margaret Fitzgerald, 171 Hammer- town Rd., Sep 28, 1963. Kevin Flanigan, 57 Doris Dr., Jun 9, 1963. Kelli Fletcher, 27 Osborn La., May 2, 1963, Tennis 9, Track 10, 11, Field Hockey Mgr. 11, 12. Mike Flick, 127 North St., Feb 19, 1963, CWEP. Joseph Fortin, 3 Sherwood PI., Dec 1, 1963. William G. Frank, 83 William Henry Dr., Feb. 14, 1963, Cross Country 9, 10, 11,12 (Capt.), Tennis 9, 10, II, Secre- tary 11, 12. Kathleen Franz, 164 Swendson Dr., Jan 23, 1963, Drama 9, 10, 11, Math Team 10, 11, 12, AFS 11, Band 9, 10, 11, Homecoming 9, 10, 11, 12, Year- book 10, 11, 12, Swim Team 12. Allison Fuller, 431 Fan Hill Rd., Sep 9, 1963. Robert Gallace, 124 Greenwood Ln., Mar 10, 1963, Varsity Hockey 10, 11, 12. Sheilagh Garrity, 292 Elm St., Nov 15, 1963. Deborah Gauger, 5 Patmar Terr., Oct 20, 1963. Jody Gelb, 41 Montar Dr., Jul 29, 1963, Softball 9, 10, 11, DEC A 12. Catherine Germain, 548 Wheeler Rd., Mar 30, 1963. Suzanne Theresa Giampaolo, 66 Oak- wood Dr., May 2, 1963, Cheerleading 9, 10, Homecoming 12, Journalism 12. Jacqueline Godfrey, 101 Ridgedale Dr., Nov 27, 1963, Chorus 9, 10, Stage Crew. Colin Gouveia, 131 Meadows End Rd., Nov 13, 1963, Tennis, Golf, Skiing. Band, Lighting Crew. Neal Green, 16 Craig Dr., Jan 3, 1963. James Greer, 87 Richards Dr.. Jan 26, 1963. Pastor Gregorio, 48 Old Castle Dr., Jun 14, 1963. Valeria Gregorio, 48 Old Castle Dr., Jun 14, 1963, J.V. Cheerlcading, Track, Swim Team. Charles Grich, 701 Main St., Nov 26, 1962. Carol Grubb, 85 Lantern Dr., Nov 18, 1962. Lisa Grudetski, 20 Greenwood La., Apr 11, 1963. Jeffrey Hammons, 57 Josies Ring Rd., Nov 10, 1962. Scott Hammons, 57 Josies Ring Rd., Sept 10, 1963. Joan Hart, 9 Beardsley Dr., Oct 23, 1962. Kim Hartman, 117 Jockey Fiollow Rd., Feb 1, 1963, Track 9, 10, Basket- ball 9, 10, II, 12. Sheryl Hassell, 547 Wheeler Rd., Feb 19, 1963. Karen Hastedt, 33 West Maiden La., May 16, 1963. Susan Heiney, 114 Hammertown Rd., Aug 28, 1963. Stephen Henn, 688 Wheeler Rd., May 14, 1963. Todd Hinman, 190 Hammertown Rd.. May 2, 1963. Wayne Horgan, 45 Williams Dr., Feb 20, 1963, Yearbook Editor 12, Drama 9, 10, 11, 12, Water Polo 11, Country Col- lage 12, CCY 11. Peter Hornak, 44 East Village Rd., Jul 27, 1963, Ring Committee, Home- coming Committee, Track. Eileen Hurley, 41 Swendsen Dr., Aug II, 1963, Usher’s Guild 9, Ring Com- mittee 10, Prom Committee II, Year- book 12, Homecoming Committee 12. Paula Hussey, 8 Greenlawn Rd., Nov 17, 1963, Basketball 9, 10, 11, 12, Soft- ball 9, 10, 11, 12. Ray Jacob, 136 Barn Hill Rd., Jul 2, 1962. Cynthia Janco, 3.Glcnbrook Dr., Jun 9, 1963, Concert Band, Marching Band, Ring Committee. Vicki Jelliff, 56 Birchwood Rd., Mar 13, 1963, Prom and Ring Committees, Yearbook, Field Hockey (Mgr.) 9, 10, Drama II, 12. Peter Johnson, 22 Perry Dr., May 6, 1963, Chorus 9, 10, 11, 12, Wrestling Club 11. Michael R. Jones, 31 Lanthorne Rd., Apr 26, 1963. Tina Jordan, 39 Pastors Walk, Jul 27, 1963, Track 9, Cheerleading 12, Vice- President 11, Journalism 12, Prom Committee 11, 12, Ring Committee 10, Internship 11. Chris Kaluta, 50 Bart Rd., Aug 7, 1963, Homecoming Committee, Drama, Chorus. Patricia Kascak, 595-3 Main St., Jan 15, 1963, Softball 9, Internship 10, II. Kevin Kasper, 104 Sentry Hill Rd., Nov 6, 1963. Daniel Kelly, 64 Hawley Ave., Mil- ford, Jun 24, 1963, Track. John Kennelly, 47 Stoneybrook Dr., May 4, 1963. Ian King, 16 Holly Place, Nov 22, 1962, National Honor Society, Gym- nastics, Homecoming Committee, Prom Committee, Spanish Club, Classical League, Science Club, Diving, Arts and Crafts Club, National Honor Society. Curt Knutson, 19 Mcadowbrook Dr., May 5, 1963. David Koneff, 7 Georges La., Jul 25, 1963, Band, Marching Band, Drama, AFS. Dwayne Kouf, 211 Judd Rd., Jul 17, 1963, Football 9, 10, II, 12, Track 10, 11,12. Dale Krasenics, 180 Velvet St., Aug 11, 1962, Track, Wrestling. Sharon Krasenics, 180 Velvet St., Nov. 6, 1963, Chorus 9, 10, 11, Drama 9, 10, 11, 12, Class Secretary 10, Pom- Pom Girls, Track (Mgr.) 10, II, 12, Homecoming Committee, Mascot 12. Index 168 Linda Krosky, 125 Pastors Walk, Apr 25,1963., Chcerleading 11, 12, Journal- ism 11. Michael Kusnitz, 104 Osborne Lane, Apr 17, 1963, Baseball 9, 10, 11, 12, Rec. Basketball 9, 10, 11, 12, Cross Country 10, MRA 12. Pam Laporta, 22 Sunrise Terrace, Jul 19, 1963. Karen Law horn, 1 Pondview Rd., Homecoming Committees, Prom Com- mittee, Drama, Ring Committee. Bob Lennon, 94 Flint Ridge Rd., Sep 1, 1963, Baseball 9, 10, 11, 12, Basket- ball, 10, II. Barbara Leonard, 296 Moose Hill Rd.. Nov 30, 1962. Chris Link, 32 Knorr Rd., Sept 5, 1962. Marie Lisi, 359 Wheeler Rd., Apr 30, 1963, FBLA 9, Yearbook 12, Class President 10, 11, 12, Ring Committee 10, Homecoming Queen 11, Homecom- ng Committee 10, 11, 12, Prom Com- nittee 11. Mary Lisi, 359 Wheeler Rd., Apr 30, 1963. Jeff Lombardi, 262 Fan Hill Rd., Aug 4, 1963. Ed Lord, 473 Quaker Farm Rd., Feb 0, 1962. Mike Loschiavo, 178 Church St., Nov 6, 1963. Mona Lucas, 90 Hurd Ave., Jul 29, 963, Newspaper 9, 10, Yearbook 9, 10, 1, 12, Softball 9, 10, II, 12, Track 9, 0. Sondra l.upulio, 11 Autumn Dr., Sept 3, 1963. Melissa Magoulas, 225 Pastors Walk, Ian 24, 1963. Mike Malota, 30 Blake Rd., Dec 15, 1963. Scott Mannion, 22 Downs Rd., Oct 3, 1962. Brett Marinaccio, 107 Forest Rd., Dec 6, 1962. Jim Marshall, 6 Craig Dr., Jan 15, 1963. Mary Martin, 16 Great Hollow Dr., Jan 6, 1963, Swimming 9, Tennis 9, Chorus 11, Drama 11, 12. Amy Matthews, 3 Forest Rd., Feb 4, 1963, Internship 11, Class Treasurer 11, Prom Committee 11. Tim Mavrides, 5 Far Horizon Dr., Dec 13, 1963, Band 12, Track 9, 10, 11, 12, Cross Country 9, 10, 11, 12, Math Team 9, 10, 11, 12, National Honor Society 10, 11, 12, Wrestling 10, Shake- speare 11, Junior Classical League 12. Jim McDonald, 421 Elm St., Jun 10, 1963, Varsity Soccer, 10, 12; Varsity Track 10, 11, 12; Yearbook 9, 10, 11, 12. Mary McDonald, 232 Wheeler Rd., Jun 20, 1963. Ingrid McFarlane, 367 Bara Hill Rd., Jun 29, 1963. Scott McGrath, 142 Cross Hill Rd. John McGuire, 17 Lynn Drive, Jul 7, 1963, Football, Track. Jim McMahon, 235 Purdy Hill Rd., May 29, 1963. Ray McPadden, 52 Hiram Hill Rd., Jun 8,1963. Susan Meeker, 59 Wiliams Dr., Jun 8, 1963. Robert Michael Menard, 58 East Maiden Lane, Apr 17, 1963, Class Pres- ident 9; J.V. Soccer 9, 10; Varsity Soc- cer 11,12, Varsity Hockey Manager 10, 11, 12; MRA 10, Sports Editor Year- book 12, Drama 11, Math Team 10, 11, 12; Junior Classical League 12, AFS 12. Chris Mesaros, 52 Hurd Ave., Feb 18, 1963. June Mesko, 95 Pastors Walk, Feb 27, 1963, Chorus. Drama, DECA 12, FBLA 11. Barbara Miller, 123 Swendsen Dr. Jun 15, 1963. Mark Miller 644 Elm St. Jun 29, 1962. Lyssa Mitchell, 9 Hattertown Rd., Sept 4, 1963, J.V. Cheerleader 9, FBLA, Soph. Class Treasurer, Basket- ball 9, Track 9, 10, II, Drill Team 11. Softball II, DECA 12. Joseph A. Monaco, Jr., 160 Crosshill Rd.,Scpt 30, 1963, Football, Track. Kevin Monnier, 29 Maplewood Dr., Feb 17, 1963. Susan Morganti, 14 Longview Rd., Apr 7, 1963, Yearbook, Newcomers Club, Jr Classical League, Born Yester- day. Ellen Marie Muckenstroni, 130 Far Horizon Drive, Mar 13, 1963, Drama, Social Studies Club, Band, Photogra- phy, Homecoming, Yearbook, National Honor Society. Charles Murphy, 47 Cresent Place. Jan 17. George Nagy, 207 Elm Street. Apr 20, 1963. Robert Nash, 21 Turkey Roost Rd., Oct 9, 1963. Brian Natusch, 96 Towantic Hill Rd. Tom Nemergut, 3 Brookside Tr., Jan 26, 1963. Michael Norell, 121 Flintridge Rd., Jan 31, 1963. Carella Novak, 332 Elm St., Dec 22, 1962. Michael O’Conner, 31 East Maiden La., Oct 13, 1961. Mark O’Donnell, 132 Old Tannery Rd., Nov 8, 1963, Track 10, 11, 12, Cross-Country 10, 11, 12. Bernard Odoy, 50 Whitewood Drive, Jul 6, 1963, Football 9, 10, 11, 12, Base- ball 9, 10,11. 12, Play II. Anna Okula. 33 Cross Hill Rd., Jul 30, 1963. Katherine Ellen Olofson, 81 Maple- wood Dr., Jan 26,1963, National Honor Society 10, 11, 12, Class Officer 10, Yearbook 11, Vice-President of Chorus 12, Chorus 11, 12, Swim Team 12, Track 11, Drama, Homecoming, Math Team 10, 11, 12, Prom Committee, tec. Michelle Ortega, 282 Turkey Roost Rd., Jul 4, 1963. Linda Oltra, 140 Old Zoar Rd., Nov 27, 1963. John Orzechowski, 3 East Maiden Lane, Jan 11, 1963, Baseball. Geoffrey Osborne, 55 Wheeler Rd., Apr 24, 1963, Masuk Free Press. John Pallock, 580 Elm St., Dec 29, 1964. Football 9, Varsity Basketball 9, 10. Nfilly Papa, 29 Hiram Hill Rd., Jun 21, 1963. Deborah Parker, 120 Jockey Hollow Rd., Jun 1, 1963, Chorus 9, 11, National Honor Society 11, 12, Social Studies 11. 12, Yearbook 10, 11, 12, Ushers Guild 11, 12, Stage Crew II. Play 11, Ring Dance Committee 10, MRA 11, Jr. Classical League 12. Edward Parmelee, 33 Karen Dr., Dec 16, 1963, Chorus 9, 10, II, 12, Drama 11, 12, Soccer 9, 10, 11, Madrigals 10, 12. Drew Patrick, 51 Wayne Rd., Dec 20, 1962. Carol Pekar, 11 Williams Dr., Oct 6, 1963, Basketball 9. 10, 11, 12. Softball 9, 10, 11, 12. 169 Index Jim Pelletier, 89 Downs Rd., Jan 24, 1963. Christine Pezzella, 64 Crestwood Rd., Jan 3,1964. Richard Phillips, 37 Purdy Hill Rd., Mar 18, 1963, Varsity Hockey. W illiam J. Pinciaro, 771 Osborne La., Nov 25, 1963. Beth Polonsky, 27 Farmview Rd., Apr 6, 1963, Yearbook, Ushers Guild, National Honor Society, Dance Com- mittee, Stage Crew. Miryam Posada, 466 Wheeler Rd., Feb 16, 1964, Cheerleader 10, 12, Ring Committee, Homecoming 10, 11, 12, Drama 11,12. Peter Power, 191 Swendsen Dr., Jan 19, 1963. Loretta Pozvek, 608 Fan Hill Rd., Aug 22, 1963. Sandra Prendergast, 324 Guinea Rd., Sept 10, 1963. Carole Provencher, 79 Gay Bower Rd., Mar 27, 1963, Concert Band 9, 10, 11, 12, National Honor Society 10, 11, 12, Ushers Guild 9, 10, 11, 12, Stage Crew 12, Tennis 9, 10, Ring Committee 10. Adrian Raab, 32 Lois Circle, Jan 11, 1963. Guy Randall, 421 Hattertown Rd., Sep 19, 1962. Thomas E. Reardon, 62 Ridgedale Rd., Feb 12, 1963, Freshman Track, Wrestling. Richard Reine, 67 Hillside Drive, Feb 11, 1963, Drama, Ski Club, Track, Freshman Football, Forestry Intern- ships. Francis Reilly, 11 Joan Drive, May 4, 1963. Brian Renaud, 177 Williamsburg Dr„ Oct 16, 1963, MRA 11, 12, Yearbook 11, 12, National Honor Soci- ety 11, 12, Homecoming Committee 9, 10, 11, 12. Todd Reynolds, 34 Lynn Drive, Mar 1, 1962, Masuk Free Press, DEC A, FBLA, Yearbook Editor 12. Tina Rigoli, 346 Moose Hill Rd., Aug 3, 1963. Jeffrey Risko, 231 Pepper St., Oct 20, 1962, Football, Track. Larry Robinson, 56 Wheeler Rd. Ext., Sep 19, 1963. Isabel F. Rodriguez, 11 Patmar Dr., Dec 3, 1963, Homecoming Committee 9, 10, 11, 12, Prom Committee 11, Ring Committee 10, Dance Committees 9, 10, 11, 12, Junior Classical League 12, Ski Club 9, 10. Track 9, J.V. Cheerlead- ing 9, 10, Varsity Cheerleading II, 12, AFS 10, 11, 12, Spanish Club 11, National Honor Society 10,11, 12. Karen Rookasin, 52 Ryegate Terrace, Apr 30, 1963. Chuck Rose, 30 Kimberly Dr., Mar 17, 1963, Baseball 9, 10, 11, 12, Basket- ball 9, 10, 11, Football 9, 10, II, 12, S.S. Club 12, National Honor Society 11, 12. Scott Rose, 56 Crescent PL, Jul 21, 1963. Tim Rose, 23 Oakwood Dr., May 23, 1963. Michael Russell, 63 Old Zoar Rd., Sept 27, 1962. Jeanne Ryan, 82 Maplewood Dr., Nov 26, 1963. Thomas Rychlik, 40 Christianna Dr., Feb 10, 1963, Track 9, 10, 11, 12, Wres- tling 10, 11, Social Studies Club 12. Jim Sabak, 79 Swendsen Dr., Feb 28, 1963, Historian 12, National Honor Society 10, 11, 12, Drama Club 11, 12, Wrestling 11, Social Studies Club 12, Spanish Club 12. Jacqueline Anne Salamon, 108 Flint Ridge Road, Nov II, 1963, Color Guard 9, 10, Ushers Guild 9, 10, 11, 12, Honor Society 11, 12, Stage Crew 9. Robert Salerno, 73 Holly Place, Sep 22, 1963. Jocelyn Eilleen Salman, 11 Oakwood Dr., Nov 7, 1963, Cheerleading 9, 10, Student Council Vice-President 9, Spanish Club 11, Counseling Internship 11, Spain Trip 11. Mike Scanlin, 615 Monroe Tpke., May 2, 1963, Football 9, 10, 11, 12, Baseball 9, 10, 11, 12, Wrestling 11, Ushers Guild 9, Social Studies Club 12. Jeff Scanlon, 18 High Ridge Dr., Dec. 13, 1963. Kristin Schaer, 194 Cross Hill Rd. Eric Schaff, 78 Pepper St., Aug 6, 1963. Sandra Scribe, 417 Moose Hill Rd., Oct 21, 1963, Band 9, Marching Band 9. David Sency, 38 High Ridge Road, Nov 30, 1963. Joseph Serniak, 147 Elm St., Mar 10, 1963, Soccer 10, 12, Golf 9, 10, 11, 12. Drama 11, WMNR II, 12, YRBK 12, Newspaper 12. Jay Sheppard, 46 Richmond Dr., Aug 6, 1963, Soccer 9, 10, 11, ROTC. Shirley Sherwood, 231 Guinea Rd., Jul 14, 1963, Yearbook Editor 11, 12, Ring Committee 10, Prom Committee 11, Homecoming Committee 9, 10, 11, Track, 9, 10, 11, National Honor Soci- ety 11, 12, Ushers Guild 9, 10, 11, 12, Junior Classical League 12, AFS 12. David Silber, 155 Guinea Rd., Oct 4, 1962, Football 9, Track 9, 10, Wrestling Club 9, 10, 11. Lori Simmons, 31 Wayne Rd., Jan 11, 1963. Julieanne Singer, 75 Pepper St., Jan 6, 1964. Chris Slivinski, 67 Longview Rd., Feb 2, 1963. Thomas Slopnick, 42 Birchwood Rd., May 22, 1963, Baseball Manager 9, 10, 11, Media 11, 12, Lighting and Stage Crews 11, 12, Yearbook 12, Social Studies Club 12. Ronald Slossar, PO Box 82, May 21, 1963. Heather Sobeck, 45 Whitewood Dr., Jul 3, 1963. Laura Soukup, 6 Knorr Rd., Jun 16, 1963. Bill Sowka, 339 Moose Hill Rd., Dec 28, 1963, Soccer 9, Track 9, EMS and Journalism Internships, MRA 9, Histo- rian 10, 11, Stage Crew 9, 11, Chess Team 12, Homecoming Committee, Ring Committee. John Sowka, 339 Moose Hill Rd., Dec 28, 1963, Football 9, 10, 11, 12, Baseball 9, 10, 11, 12. Jim Spangenberg, 1115 Monroe Turnpike, Nov 20, 1962. Sandra Sperling, 437 Pepper St., Mar 24, 1963. Dan Stafford, 44 Osborn La., Aug 3, 1963. Ellen Steinbrick, 45 Cedar La., Jul 14, 1963. Greg Steiner, 45 Jockey Hollow Rd., Feb 9, 1963. Deborah Stilson, 67 Bart Rd., May 17, 1963. Debra Strada, 621 Monroe Turnpike, Aug 9, 1963. Mark Streck, 115 Knorr Rd., Sep 23, 1963. Michele Suffredini, 55 Osborne La., Jul 22, 1963. Janet Surace, 39 Captains Hill Rd., Mar 8, 1963. Index 170 John Tanner, 133 Williamsburg Dr., Nov 21, 1961. Darcy Tavella, 1169 Monroe Tpke., May 14, 1963. James Tartaglia, 168 Cross Hill Rd., Dec. 27, 1963. Bill Terry, 136 Turkey Roost Rd., Mar 3, 1963, Football 9, 10, 11, 12, Basketball 9, 10, 11, Track 10, 11, 12. Paul Tomasura, 338 Cross Hill Rd., Apr 22, 1963, Soccer 11, 12, Basketball 11, 12, National Honor Society 11, 12. Fred Torcaso, 103 Elm St., Nov 5, 1963, Cross-Country 9, 12, Math Team 11, 12, Lighting Sound Crew 10, 11, 12. Teri Trede, 136 Far Horizon Dr., Jan 2, 1963. Joanne Trombetta, 160 Bagburn Rd., Feb 12, 1964. Susanne Truax, 460 Wheeler Rd., Mar 17, 1963. Stephen Truax, 460 Wheeler Rd., Feb 6, 1962. Paul Tuoti, 87 Jockey Hollow Rd., Nov 15, 1963, Soccer 9, 10, 11, 12, Track 9, 10, Masuk Outing Club 9, 10, Journalism 9, 10, 11, Yearbook 9, 10, 11. Christina Ann Turcott, 596 Elm St., May 6, 1963, Junior Achievement II. Susan Tuttle, 122 Stanley Rd., Jun 26, 1963. Elizabeth M. Tyler, 100 Longview Rd., Apr 6, 1963, Chorus 11, 12, Home- coming Committee 12, Play 9, Intern- ships 10. Guy V. Uhran, 139 Fan Hill Rd., Mar 22, 1963. Brad Valerius, 67 Greenfield Hill Rd., Mar 21, 1963, Varsity Hockey. Monique Van Vogelpoel, 14 Bradley Drive, Aug 17, 1963, Newcomers Club 9, Ring Committee 10, Prom Commit- tee 11, National Honor Society 11, 12, Ushers Guild 11, 12, Homecoming Committee 11, 12, School Play 12. Mary VanWagner, 5 Sunrise Terr., Sept 25, 1963. Joe Vergato, 95 Forest Rd., Jun 2, 1963, Hockey, Newspaper, Yearbook, Tennis. Annette Vitilie, 239 Moose Hill Rd., Aug 13, 1963. Karen Vonglahn, 49 Chalk Hill Rd.. Oct 11, 1962. Donald Wales, 205 Old Newtown Rd., Nov 19, 1963. Rita Ward. 30 Williamsburg Dr., Sept 23, 1963. Dale Wargo, 284 Cross Hill Rd., Mar 27, 1963. David Weisse, 271 Pastors Walk, Nov 14, 1963, Wrestling, Track, Free Press. Jeffrey Weisse, 271 Pastors Walk, Oct 7, 1962, Football 9. Richard Wenning, 15 Glenbrook Dr., Jul 29, 1963. Yrsa Wilen, Finland, Oct 15, 1963, AFS, Drama. Todd Wilson, 154 Elm St., Nov 20, 1963. Bill Wimley, 11 Sunset Trail, Jan 10, 1963. Tanya Wulff, 74 Doris Dr., Feb 8, 1963. Donna Young, 172 Guinea Rd., Sep 12, 1963, Softball 9, 10. 11, 12, Math League 10, 11, 12, National Honor Society 10, 11, 12, Social Studies Club 12, Drama 11, 12. Lisa Zaccagnini, 112 Greenwood La., Sep 16, 1963, Track 9. 10, 11, 12. Loraine Zeiner, 78 Twinbrook Terr., Oct 7, 1963, FBLA. Rob Zinsky, 347 Moose Hill Rd., Feb 3, 1963, Football 9, 10, 11, 12, Track 11, Drama 9, 10, Basketball 9. 171 Index THE VITRAMON FOUNDATION, INCORPORATED As a responsible member of its community, Vitra- mon, Incorporated established The Vitramon Foun- dation, Incorporated in 1962. The Foundation pro- vides financial assistance to worthy organizations, including educational institutions. Three scholarship programs have been established to encourage students from five area high schools to further their education in the science, business and research fields. The Senior Science Award has been presented to the outstanding science student at each high school since 1962. The Eleanor F Moore Award is presented to high school juniors who intend to pursue a business career. The Barton L. Weller Scholarship was initiated in 1977. This $4000 scholarship award is presented to one area high school senior, based upon the comple- tion of a six-month independent research project. Vitramon, Incorporated, manufacturer of elec- tronic components, is dedicated to developing student aptitudes and offers these awards as an in- centive for higher education, and in recognition of achievement. MASUK HIGH SCHOOL WINNERS Senior Science Award Robert Menard Eleanor E Moore Business Award Gwen E. Anderson 172 Ads A Little Help From Our Friends A wish of health, happiness and success to all the special people in my first graduating class. Lorraine Capobianco Best wishes from Elizabeth Kent Best wishes from the Provencher Family Best wishes from the Varsity and Junior Varsity Field Hockey Team Anja Best wishes to the Class of 1981 — The Hasting Family Brett, Charles, and Jenny Lipeles Carol and Neil Jacover Charles Woodward Congratulations class of'81 — Mr. and Mrs. Young Congratulations from The Rutkowski Family Country Pizza Diana Schwerdtle Dorothy S. Brown Dr. and Mrs. James Sniffen Dr. Donald Fulton Dr. Joel I. Weinstein The Ehlers’ Family Hazard Forth Herbs Electronics The Hockey Team wishes the best to its Seniors John and Karen Kosko Junior Classical League Laurie Loveland Masuk Chess Club Miss Caroline Conley Mr. and Mrs. Cervini and Family Mr. and Mrs. Chester Bovard and Family Mr. and Mrs. David Strong Mr. and Mrs. David York Mr. and Mrs. Dominick Feliconio Mr. and Mrs. John Giampaolo Mr. and Mrs. Leo Roberge and Family Mr. and Mrs. Lisi, Jr. and Family Mr. and Mrs. M. Rodriguez and Family Mr. and Mrs. Donald Maloney Mr. and Mrs. Ron Ferreri Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Golden and Family Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Henn and Family Mr. and Mrs. Vito Melfi and Family Mr. and Mrs. Walter Sherwood and Family Nicky and Todd Banks Rose— you finally made it — Alfred Seven Maples Nursery Smithy Restaurant Susan E. Berube Con AOObujUx CI14 SWucw- Ads 173 GOOD LUCK CLASS OF’81 from the MASUK CHEERLEADERS CONGRATSTO TOM AND JULIE CONGRATULATIONS and BEST WISHES MR. AND MRS. GEORGE ALDERMAN DARLENE AND AARON MONROE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION and The Graduating Class of 1981 Partners in Education The MEA congratulates all of you on your Graduation. Ads 175 Planning can make the difference between a job and a career. Right now, you may think it’s too early to plan for a career — especially if you aren’t sure of the kind of work you want to do. But good career planning in high school can help you relate your natural talents and academ- ics to the kind of work you’ll find interesting as well as rewarding — a career instead of a job. Taking the right subjects is part of good planning. A good foundation in English, math, science, social studies and lan- guages will not only broaden your career possibilities, but lead to a more enjoyable and fulfilling life. These subjects are impor- tant preparation for continuing education in college, technical schools and on-the-job training programs. Equally important are your interests and activities. They might indicate special skills that could lead to the kind of work you like to do. A diversified educational background, combined with spe- cialized skills, can make the dif- ference between a job and a lifelong career. 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Ads 187 o mo Mir ac FISH MRFKET s g • ncm 32 2 Vrtocv'co Vr. V xv oe. CV cl ftar FLORIST 70 Main St. MONROE Giving the most in student discounts. Congratulations 268-1703 Stepney Paint ‘-n’ Paper 183 Main Street, Monroe, CT Robert Reel Irene Reel Russel J. Aucello 578 Monroe Tpke. '.V- • Monroe Rent-All 104 Main St. Monroe, CT Tel.: 261-5522 Renting equipment to homeowners, constructors, and industry. £QpCKATQtfyTl6t a ONROE y 856 MAIN ST m m Pizza Plus 232 Leavenworth Rd. 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The Gallery of homes Call for your “FREE MARKET ANALYSIS” WE HAVE OUT-OF-TOWN BUYERS 5 Offices Serving: Monroe, Huntington, Trumbull, Stratford, Newtown, and Southbury (We sell everything from mansions to doghouses!) A Memorandum From the Class of’81 Graduation from Masuk will mark a new beginning for the Class of 1981. We will approach the world ready to strive for our individ- ual goals. College or work, a new kind of life will require the knowledge we learned at Masuk. But more than anything else, we have learned to grow and mature. We have gained a very special knowledge from working and being together. We have become more than students in a brown building, we have become family, sharing in each others' joys and sorrows. From September to June we have gained something very special. We entered Masuk as confused children; we leave as individuals. When we turn our memories to high school, we’ll think of the many pep assemblies. Homecomings, football and basketball games, proms and especially each other. The traditions we carried on, the new ones we started; all the many accomplishments we hope will be continued after we are gone. Our memory at Masuk may dwindle but we hope our achievements will be remembered by future genera- tions. High school has meant different things to different people. We had our ups and our downs; our sorrows and overwhelming joys. But all in all, high school has been a special experience, an experience that cannot be taken away or felt any other place, a time of irreplace- able reminiscence. Thank you Masuk, you have given us something to live and grow by, to perceive our singularity and mold it. You shall never be forgotten. And remember ’81, that wherever you go, you will carry with you Masuk’s spirit and personality, always a part of and never alone. Memories, in our hearts and minds of the way we were. 9foxt A cfijMA Je+t flt C l o, Ads 191 T. Reynolds ytyloL uks oAJvrd s SJiuJly' % rrvffyjxbjL To the Class of’81: Congratulations and best wishes for the future IZZoMi Op 1381 — The Reynolds Family Congratulations, Seniors! Canfield Construction, Inc. Paving Drywell — Septic Tank Installation Sand — Top Soil — Gravel Kenneth Canfield President Monroe, CT Phone 268-0804 Best of luck to the Class of ’81 192 Ads Can We Still Be Friends? The first yearbook photo contest was held this October. Any interested photographer, amateur or pro, was encouraged to shoot a picture relating to the theme FRIENDS of Masuk students here, there, and anywhere. We proudly display the winners of the competition. David Sahlin won first prize, a free copy of Exodus, for his superimposition of a friendly Fire drill. The second place honor was given to Patty Kascak for her photograph of Joan Hart. Third Place was awarded to Todd Reynolds. Second prize — P. Kascack Photo Contest 193 194 Comic Relief Change of (Bill Terry and Rich Wcnning) 196 Senior Candids (Jim McDonald) (Mark Aube) (John Kennelly, Charlie Baxter, John Pallock, Jeff Bisko and Jeff Lombardi) (Dave KonefD (Dale Krasenics) hd p P s O QTQ O fD (Sue Morsanti) (Juliedc Dufour) (Carol Provcncher) (Byron Best, Mike Malota, Dan Fitzgerald) Senior Candids 197 Change of Place 1 os Sccncrio M ndtfs.m M n� lers.«n Scenerio 199 Every year’s a souvenir that slowly fades away. 200 Great Escape