Mechanicville High School - Halfmoon Yearbook (Mechanicville, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1969 volume:

M mecbanicville hi h school mechanic vllle new york , volume 54 . published by th staff of 9 o9. Miss Mastrianni is the best-known figure in the High School. She has served the youth of Mechanicville for many years, first as a teacher and later as principal. She has always kept the welfare of the entire school foremost, often in spite of numerous pressures. Everyone agrees that she has had the best interests of the student in mind. She has taken time to help individuals, something too few administrators do. Now she is leaving the many headaches and heartaches of her position, but she is also leaving a gap in our community which no one else can fill. We, the Class of 1969. respectfully dedicate our yearbook to Miss Mastrianni for her unfail- ing devotion to Mechanicville High School stu- dents. ALMA MATER Sons and daughters of our school, Raise your voices high In our praise of Alma Mater, Shout it to the sky. M.H.S., M.H.S., Banners red and white; We will ever sing of you And keep your honor bright. As we travel on life’s way. In every land and clime, We will ever love and praise you Till the end of time. M.H.S., M.H.S., Banners red and white; We will ever sing of you And keep your honor bright. E. Whit heck In September, 1965, one hundred and forty freshmen entered Mechanicville High School in its old building on Main Street. These new freshmen were slightly disappointed 1 «'cause the new building was not finished. The move to the new school on Pruyn Hill came at the end of the first semester. Everyone gratefully left four flights of stairs only to be confronted by a maze of endless corridors. Besides a change in locale, there was one in time: the school day started earlier and lunch periods were shorter. No one complained, though, because this meant we were out of school earlier. Soon our freshman year was over, and we became sober sophomores; later we were metamorphosed into jolly juniors. Time has sped until we were, at last, tired old seniors. In the following pages, the yearbook staff has tried to picture some of the important people and events of this, our senior year. 3 Sidney V. Fori, Jr., Clerk Mrs. Hawley Harvey, President Mrs. Richard Holmes, Vice-President Frank DeLorenzo Hoard of Education The Board of Education consists of seven members of the com- munity, democratically elected. Responsible for the actual policy-mak- ing of the Mechanicville educational system, these civic-minded citizens devote many long hours to this service. Their interest and dedication to youth is reflected in the high standards of the school and the progress which it has achieved. George Downs, Jr. John Phelps Joseph Zurlo 4 Ministration As superintendent of the school system, Dr. Welker is in charge of its administration and is directly respon- sible to the Board of Education, the elected representatives of the people. Although this is his first year in Me- chanicville, he is well-qualified for his position: he has taught several grade levels, served as principal in different schools, and was a Lecturer in Education at the University of Buf- falo. His efficiency has assured the successful operation of the school. I)r. Howard E. Welker Superintendent 5 Bradford Fancy Administrative Assistant Miss Mary Mastrianni Principal Leo Murphy W illiam Hushes Quittance department One of the most frecpiently visited places in school is the guidance depart- ment. The entire student body marches here one by one every spring to a m ange schedules for the next year. The depart- ment also prepares for special tests, such as Regents Scholarship, intelligence and aptitude tests. Mr. Hughes assists this year’s seniors in their struggle to fill out college, vocational training and job ap- plications, as well as counseling sopho- mores. Mr. Murphy does the same for freshmen and juniors. 6 and More of Our Special Helpers Mrs. Marie Bodner Nurse-teacher Gene Gore School Psychologist M rs. Roberta Feldman Librarian 7 William Cavanaugh Attendance Officer Gerald Cameron Audio-visual Director We Couldn’t Without Mrs. Alice Spain Mrs. Judy Callanan Secretaries Mrs. Clare Graber Mrs. Christine Fantauzzi Mrs. Olympia D'Amico Mrs. Helen Lenihan Mrs. Viola Reed Cafeteria Staff Mrs. Geraldine Oakes, manager Mrs. Frances DeCrescenzo Mrs. Antoinette D'Alberto 8 Deborah Bergeron 12 Karen Adams Carolann Annarumma Marjorie Ahearn Richard Bagnoli Lolita Alvarez Francis Beninati Patrick Bruno Wendy Bowser Joy Bucci Kathryn Brown Janice Calvani Larry Boisen Sharon Bishop ' 1 Christine Canfield Stephen Caradori Pamela Camerato 14 Mary Chauvin Lucy D’Amico John Dankulich Lawrence DeMarco Patrice DePaul 15 Anne DeSieno Barbara DeVoe Gary Dennis Christine Desmond Deborah Dwyer Linda Dickson Dorine Donahue Sophie Ermalowicz John Fantauzzi Mary Beth Dyer Anthony Fiacco Ann Finigan Mary Lou Esposito Martha Ford Donald Funaro Donna Fitch Paula Funk Mark Fusco Andrew Gagliardi Dolores Fuschino 18 Craig Guile Donald Horn Jacqueline Homer Francine Hutchison Susan Johnson Charles Izzn Gregory Johnson David Keyishian Vincent Luciano Ann Marie Luther Vincent Lefco Carmen Maciariello Geraldine Kitrick Carolyn Leamy Rosemary Mariariello Sylvia Maciariello Joan Malinowski William Malo James Malone Anita Marzano Jerome Mastrianni Wayne Morgan Donna Miekalonis Patricia Miekalonis Mary Mignacci Edward Morcone Carmen Mastropietro Linda Maynard Thelma Morocco Gary Muzio Linda Natalie John Nolan Evelyn Palmer Mary Offenbacker 23 Ralph Perretta Sandra Petronis David Palmieri Anthony Peluso Joyce Perrotta Elizabeth Pirkett Thomas Pickett Robert Retell Richard Riley Pamela Pritchard Elizabeth Richards Karen Powers Carol Ricciardone Floyd Russell Wilfred Russell Dennis Sanders Ronald Russom Susan Ryan Pamela Scotti Jan Satterlee 27 Janice Serbalik Steven Shemo Otto Shiffert Rosemary Siniel Val Serbalik Kathryn Sgambati Linda Shemo Virginia Stroffoleno Marlene Tafuto Russ Toombs Kathleen Smith Adam Spickler Anita Sumner Anthony Sylvester Lawrance Valent Darlene Vetter Linda Vickery 30 Linda Whalen Anthony Zappola Joseph Wichelns Kathleen Wise Judith Zappone Marlene Zappone Mary Ann Zullo 31 Curriculum Gary DiLallo American History 12 Social Studies The goal of Social Studies is to give to students some sense of the continuity of human development, some feeling for the interrelatedness of the cultural, geographical, economic, and the political factors of that de- velopment; and, at least, an introduction to the problem of interpreting evidence. It is in this role that social studies provides for us a valuable instrument in making the best judgments to meet present problems. Miss Remigia Foy World Geography Karl Hickey Some Indian artwork, collected by Miss Foy during her year stay in India, was on display. World History Mrs. Noreen Underhill World History, World Geography 34 Mr. Dil llo prepare his class for their mid-year exams by giving them notes on W. W. If. Are the students laughing at the current events in history or at the jokes? 35 Mrs. Hilda Conroy English 3, 4 William Harris English 2 Mrs. Elizabeth Konis English 1 Richard Moran English 1, 2 English The prime concern in English is communication; the main objective is simple, direct, and forceful expression. In addition to regular work, reading laboratories, tape recorders, overhead projectors, and film are used to improve reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Kinescopes are also brought into use so that the student can see himself as well as hear his own voice. Literature covers modern as well as classical literature. The department hopes to produce well-rounded graduates equipped to take their place in college or in the business world. Is Mrs. Conroy waiting for an answer to her question or for a quiet class? Mrs. Jane Tashjian English 3 Earl Whitbeck English 4 36 This will be the last time I ever pa $1.50 to see another English mo ie. Anthony Cocozzo Earth Science, General Bioloev John Dunham General Science. Health Miss Mary Pickett Chemistry, General Science William Rozon Physical Science. Physics Science litis is an era of science and all phases of living, including industry, medicine, governmental agencies, transportation, agriculture and com- munication. In high school, science is developed into a detailed study of specific facts through observation, experimentation, and reading. Courses are offered in General Science, Earth Science. Biology, Health. Chemistry, Physical Science, and Physics. A new course, General Bi- ology, was added to the department this year. The objective of the Science teacher at MHS is to present these subjects that will enable every student to achieve maximum comprehension through both class- room discussion and laboratory experimentation. MrECrt°h° °- l0°k9 “ L W'ch0ln’ and V' Barl -r work an � topography map Donald Slate Biology Mr. Dunham dictates Health notes to his class. B. Gleason asks Mr. Rozon. “What is Physical Science all about?” Roper Bombardier Math 9, 12, 12x Math It is impossible to overestimate the importance of our Math Depart- ment since math has such an important place in the future of each MHS student. Modern math is becoming essential not only to engineers and mathematicians hut also to the layman. The nature of mathematical skills required in most pursuits is changing. With the advent of the computer age, the importance of calculating skills has been overshadowed by that of the ability to innovate new systems and formulate problems. In keeping with this growing demand for new math skills, MHS has added an Inter- mediate Algebra course to our standard math program. Richard Gaughan Math 11, Intermediate Algebra John I epasse Math 10 Mrs. Diane Peterson Math 9, Algebra Mrs. Peterson tries to get the attention ot her Algebra class so that site can explain a problem to them. Mr. Bombardier shows I). Donahue and C. Maciariello how to solve a problem in Math 13. 40 41 No, wc don't study Einstein in Math 9. Miss Elvira Curolo Spanish 1, 2, 3 M rs. Catherine Giek French 1, 2, 3 Miss Colleen Hebert Spanish 2 Canguage In a world of satellites and jets which can circle the globe in a matter of hours, language is one of the few remaining harriers to com- munication. So much emphasis is placed on the knowledge of a second lauguage today, that even the top student finds it difficult to he accepted into college without a basic knowledge of a modern or ancient language. Our language department achieves its purpose through a modern system of teaching in which emphasis is placed on listening and speaking first, and reading and writing once the student has reached a certain level. Courses in French and Spanish are taught through the specialized AI.-M program. Though Spanish is considered a romantic language. B. Murphy seems to think there's humor in it. 42 Mr� . Giek’s French 3 class recite� their newly learned verses. Miss Hebert's Spanish 2 class listens intently as she carefully pronounces new Spanish words. 43 Mrs. Giek explains the different conjugations of verbs. Francis Crowley Bookkeeping lf 2; Oftice Practice Mrs. Mary Ann Gray Secretarial Practice, Typing i, Personal Typing Emmet Prosser Introduction to Business Retailing, Busi- ness Math Miss Katherine Ryan Shorthand 1, 2; Business Law business The world today is one that requires efficient business- men and alert and accurate secretaries and stenographers. It is a world that is vast and constantly changing. To pre- pare students for such a world, courses are offered in short- hand, typing, office practice, secretarial practice, bookkeep- ing, introduction to business, business law, business math, and retailing. Business students are able to take advantage of actual business experiences since the school book store is operated by the business department. While Mrs. Cray’s Personal Typing class gels ready for a limed writing, A. Visci seems to ha e something else on her mind. 44 A. Finigan checks her production work for any errors. Mr. Crowley explains how Bookkeeping I can open the door to job opportunities. “8 and 8 makes 15 not 14. As Miss Ryan demonstrates some different strokes, her Shorthand I class follows. 45 Mrs. Gray shows her Secretarial Practice class how to use the mimeograph machine. M iss Phvllis Gardinier Home Ec. 2, 4, 5, 10 Home Economics Many people tend to think that courses in Home Economics are designed only to prepare a girl for the domestic duties of a housewife and mother. Home Economics involves much more, however, for it pro- vides a background for future dieticians, fashion designers, and plan- ners in a social and economic positions in communities. Within the home economics section of the 300 corridor, girls are learning not only to cook and sew, but also to broaden this general knowledge. Under the direction of Miss Gardinier, girls are learning of their importance as future homemakers while acquiring the basic skills. We cook ... We cut ... And sew. 47 John Levesque General Wood, Ceramics, Electricity Peter Magee Mechanical Drawing 1, 2, 3; Radio Matthew Mellon Auto Shop, Introduction to Mechanics, General Metals industrial Arts Industrial arts as a planned educational experience is a dynamic curriculum area reflecting a current industrial and technological trend. It tries to meet the general educa- tional needs of all. Students learn to work with tools and materials and study the processes and products of industry to meet the demands of the workers and employers. Courses offered by the Industrial Arts Department include mechanics, ceramics, electricity, general wood, mechanical drawing, and radio. Mr. Levesque dictates notes to his Electricity class. Now that the girls can take Ceramics, they look pleased as they work on their nativity scenes. 48 Walt Callahan doesn’t seem to understand tile notes Mr. Mellon is giving Mr. Magee shows M. Mone and A. Scabo how to complete their mechanical drawings. 49 Miss Marion Huxley Michael Martone Miss Suzanne Stethers Physical Education The three major goals of Physical Education are physi- cal fitness, mental fitness, and social fitness. Physical fitness is achieved through an extensive five day program consisting of vigorous activities; mental fitness is reached by develop- ing sportsmanship and good conduct; social fitness is de- veloped by associating with others in various sports, using courtesy, following the rules of the game, and learning ac- tivities which will be used after graduation. 50 Richard Stipano The first one who falls is a rotten egg. Hand apparatus? That's what the girls are practicing. 51 Hawley Waldron really moves when coach yells, “Everyone out of the pool! James Baldwin Chorus, Theory, Music Appreciation Henri Gibeau Jazz Band, Reeds Band Miss Ruth Shiebler Band Music Music is the language of creativity. It is in the air at MHS every period of the day with choir and hand rehearsals, individual lessons, and meetings of special groups like the Girls Concert Choir or the Jazz Band. MHS also offers courses in general music, music theory, and music apprecia- tion. The hand and choir concerts are the climaxes of much hard work. They indicate to the entire community the high caliber of musical study at MHS. The band room is a spacious retreat for MHS musicians and their classmates who appreciate good music and want to learn more about it. We are proud of our excellent music department and proud to be noted for it. Ah one and ah two ... The choir tunes up before they give their annual Christmas Concert. K. Brennan and A. Falco demonstrate a difficult flute selection. “76 trombones minus 71.' 53 Mr. Baldwin gives a lecture on Russian composers to his Music Appreciation cla«s. Mrs. Joyce Decker Basic Art, Advanced Design, Advanced Art, Art Appreciation Art Automation has resulted in a lack of appreciation of beauty. Our Art Department seeks to meet the challenge of automation by inspiring students to see into the life of things whether it he a Rembrandt, a bridge, a statue, or a design. We believe that our Art Education Program’s most important contribution lies in making the student realize that he must (1) observe keenly and react vividly (2) develop memory and imagination (3) exer- cise judgment and discrimination (4) express ideas courageously and log- ically and (5) construct with power and with vision. Since creativity is the soul of the art student, courses are offered in the basic of art, in advanced study of advertising and design, and in art appreciation. The student body at MHS is well aware of its many fine artists and the excellent direction given by Mrs. Decker. 54 A Greek god or G. Gaetano? The girls were loo busy constructing volumes to notice the cameraman. Seated (1. to r.): Joy Bucci, secretary, and Ann Marie Luther, vice- president. Standing: Vincent Luciano, treasurer, and Carmen Mac- iariello, president. Student Council The Student Council is made up of representa- tives from all homerooms, classes, and clubs, all of whom must he of good character and maintain an eighty-five percent average. In elections last June, the Mediators (Maciariello, Roman, Sgambati, Ry- an) faced the Spartans (Pickett, Luther, Bucci, Luci- ano). The results of the election are pictured at the left. The main purpose of the Student Council is to voice the students’ feelings on matters relating to their school. The group coordinates school activities and promotes school spirit. This year they sponsored Hush Day and the bonfire before the Saratoga game. Be- fore Christmas, The Council conducted a successful drive for the Salvation Army; an equally successful Care campaign was promoted in the spring. Council officers have traveled to other schools to exchange ideas, and Colonial Council schools have been en- tertained here. None of the MHS Council projects could have been accomplished without the help of Mr. Crowley and the class advisors: Mr. Bombadier, Mrs. Gray, Miss Pickett, and Mr. Snyder. Carol, Sue, Paul, and Tom. Pixie, Ev, and Sue, 58 REPRESENTATIVES: Sealed (1. to r.) J. Forino, S. Connors, R. DeVoe, T. Pickelt, S. Ryan. E. Palmer, A. Fiacco, C Iacobelli, A. Luciano. Middle Row: S. Murphy, T. Luciano. H. Connors, R. Morcone, J. Bolton. C. Sullivan, J. Zurlo. Standing: V. Barber, K. Lenahan, P. Canavan, E. Ponzillo, L. Wichelns, N. Maciariello, S. Timpanaro. ALTERNATES: Seated (I. to r.) C. Canavan, P. Welch. P. Roman. I). Donahue, C. Polonis, J. Mastrianni. Middle Row: L. Palmieri, P. Cenci, D. DeCelle, P. Staffield. N. Luther. S. Johnson. Standing: P. DeVoe. D. Leggett, A. Sgamhati. P. Baker. I. Manzo, S. Taylor. 59 OFFICERS: (1. to r.) Secretary Smiel, Vice-president Palmer, Treas- urer DePaul, President Vickery. Honor Societies In order to acquire membership in Aristoi, the Senior Honor Society, a student must have achieved a scho- lastic average of at least 84.5. This year, the organization consists of twen- ty such seniors. On Saturday, April 19, Aristoi, with its advisor, Mrs. Tashjian, and the art club, with Mrs. Decker, trav- eled to New York City. The trip, planned for educational and cultural purposes, consisted of viewing the play Fiddler on the Roof and touring the Guggenheim Museum. 60 ARISTOI: First Row (I. io r.) V. Luciano. T. Pickett, V. Scrbalik. Mrs. Tashjian. C. Muciariello, R. Tombs. A. Cenci. Second Row (I. to r.) P. Roman, S. Ryan, S. Johnson, A. Visci, L Welch, W. Bowser, C. Izzo. Third Row (I. to r.) L. Vickery, P. DePaul, J. Serbalik, E. Palmer, R. Smiel, E. Richards. Absent: M. Pickett. OMEGA: Silting (I. to r.) M. Collins, R. Messore, J. Korina, P. Vickery, C. Lembo, Mr. Moran, P. Simpson, S. Donahue, P. Ryan, P. Gandron, R. Lembo. Middle Row: P. Cenci, R. Gargano, L. Hopeck, D. Preston, J. Bolton, K. Sullivan, M. Pickett, R. Johnson, S. Leggett, S. Leggett, C. Kardash. Standing: M. Nolan, F. Palmer, R. Poznikas, F. Komoroske, J. Ramnes, L. Gagliardi, J. Cuilla, R. Morcone, J. Pignatelli, J. Piroli, J. Sheehan, V. Guinelli, B. Bramski, J. Sullivan. ALPHA: First Row (1. to r.) K. Polonis, M. Vega, D. Dunbar, Mrs. Underhill, C. Urkevich, K. Fraser, C. Iacobelli. Second Row (I. to r.) T. Normandin, A. Shemo, J. Volpe, T. Brown, D. DeVito, M. Fusco, B. Posolovic, D. Hrib, 0. Gagliardi. Third Row (1. to r.) S. Connors, A. Falco, M. Bullis, S. Murphy, D. DiCerce, C. Canavan. A. Luciano, J. Zullo, J. Lau- renzo. Top Row (1. to r.) J. Minick, J. Pickett, D. Baker, P. Sgambati, S. Russo, S. Mazza, D. Leggett, J. McBride, D. Denny. The FTA is an organization of those inter- ested in teaching as a career. At the first meet- ing, Mr. Dunham of the Science Department dis- cussed the role played by teachers in the Peace Corps. He showed slides displaying the living and working conditions in British Guiana where he was sent as a volunteer last year. At future meetings, other members of the faculty will dis- cuss various topics regarding teaching techniques and teaching conditions. The club will visit area colleges to help members decide what college to attend and what field to enter. Mrs. Conroy is advisor. E. Palmer, D. Donahue, P. Cenci, M. Pickett. President Sue Johnson, Historian Mary Root, Vice-president Mary Beth Dyer, Treasurer Rosemary Smiel. P. Staffield, J. Serbalik, T. Ryan, S. Donahue, J. Blowers V. Fruci, A. Manso, T. Normandin C. Penren, T. Maiello 62 Seated (1. to r.) D. Mickalonis, S. Bishop, N. Butler. Standing (I. to r.) C. Pilling, K. Fraser, D. Hrib, B. Poselovich, A. Shemo. Bishop, Mickalonis Fraser, Hrib Under the supervision of Mrs. Bodner, our school nurse, the FNA is an organization of those girls inter- ested in entering the nursing profession. Through the various meetings, the girls get to know various aspects of the work they hope to follow. They learn first aid treatment, attend lectures, and visit area hopsitals. They also volunteer their services at school clinics and other health programs in the community. Treasurer D. Mickalonis, Mrs. Bodner, President S. Bishop, Secretary J. Malinowski. 63 Poselovich, Butler Varsity Club The lettermen’s club of MHS is the Varsity Club. To be eligible for membership, a boy must have earned a letter in a varsity sport. Members are expected to maintain high standards of sports- manship and always uphold the high standards of MHS and its athletic teams. Kneeling (1. to r.) A. Scalzo, J. Notro, L. DeMarco, J. Rinaldi, V. Luciano, C. Dennis. Standing (1. to r.) Coach Stipano, W. Russell, W. Callahan, W. Malo, P. Sgambati, D. Cenci, P. Bruno. A. Fiacco, P. Roman, M. Sabatino, M. Kerls, T. Luciano, S. Forino. D. Daley officiates at a match between Varsity Club mem- bers, T. Luciano and A. Provancher. M OFFICERS: W. Callahan, sergeant-at-arms; J. Notro, secre- tary; V. Luciano, treasurer; D. Cenci, vice-president; W. Malo, president; Coach Stipano, advisor., Service Club Bottom Row (I. to r.) A. D’Aloia, R. Batchelder, I. Petronis, M. Ahearn, Mrs. Gray, D. Mara, J. Volpc, P. Shemo. Second Row (I. to r.) S. DiNisio, A. Finigan, 0. D’Amico, J. A. Zurlo, P. Scotti, D. McBride, K. Smith, M. Matrano, N. Timpanaro, T. Normandin. Service Club members, D. Dwyer and R. Maciariello, are in charge of the book store in the morning. Members of the Service Club are of great help to teachers through typing and assisting in other work. For their efforts, members can earn credit toward awards. The Service Club is also in charge of ushering at school activities. Through typing. L. Shemo performs a major service 65 for teachers. Dorine, Sue, Marlene yearbook When the members of Yearbook Staff ’69 were busy trying to raise money in their sophomore and junior years, layouts and deadlines seemed ages away. Before they knew it, how- ever, they were seniors with a good sized treasury but not one page done. Faced with publishing a book in 5 short months, the members frantically ran about school looking for ideas and pictures to use in their book. Every- thing they thought of was brought to Curr. A and added to the cluttered table holding layouts, good and bad, pictures and finished copies. Amid the turmoil, a yearbook was published. Mary, Joan p™?! ° 'n «•' i81,0 ' ?• Hutchison, C. Riccardone, E. Richards, L. D’Amico, D. Donahue, L. Vickery. Middle S. Pe«r Th „,“m£,l. R A.LLT - E' Pa'mer’ P‘ MickaIoni8- T Row: bb Debbie Linda During their sophomore year, the yearbook staffs begin their study of yearbook production. They discuss yearbook themes and study page layouts in both magazines and yearbooks. Dur- ing their junior year, they prepare the miniature dummy and construct some full-sized page layouts. By the time the senior year rolls around, all that is left is filling in the pictures and doing the write-ups. Mr. Whitbeck is in charge. J. Spaulding, A. Falco, P. Russell, K. Fraser, D. DiCerce, D. DeVito, S. Connors P. Staffield, T. Ryan, M. Pickelt, K. Sullivan L D’Alberto, J. Sheehan, L. Gagliardi, C. D’Amico J. DeCrescenzo, P. Shemo, R. DiDomenico, R. M. DiNardo L. Anatriello, R. Johnson, P. Simson, D. DeCclle, A. Lefko Mrs. Decker, advisor; F. Funk, secretary; P. Mickalonis. president; J. Spaulding, treasurer; J. Satterlee, vice-president. Front Row (I. to r.) P. Funk, J. Calvani, K. Gargano. Middle Row: J. Mastrianni, D. Bergeron, G. Johnson. Back Row: T. Normindin, A. Visci, J. Spuulding. Mrs. Decker (advisor!, K. Patenaude. P. Mickalonis. Art Club The Art Club enables students to spend extra time in the art room for creative in- terests not completely explored in the class- rooms. Under the supervision of Mrs. Dec- ker, the members work on various projects, the largest of which is the making of dec- orations for the corridors during Christmas and for the annual Christmas Concert. This year the Art Club visited an art museum in New York City and sponsored a bake sale; they also joined Aristoi to see Fiddler on the Roof and conducted several snack- bars at basketball games. Well, we think it’s nice! 70 Please say you like it. 71 Julie, Debbie, and Nancy take time to construct flowers. f B. Lepkowski. D. Denny. J. Cyr, J. Mastrianni, D. Fantauzzi. Photography Club In a world where pictures are worth a thou- sand words, there is a great need for expert pho- tographers. When eager students are willing to learn the techniques of good picture taking, a Photography Club is organized. Under the super- vision of Mr. Rozon, the members of the MHS Photography Club learn valuable information about the art of photography, development, and enlargement. i The aperture should read f.8 at onefifthieth of a second. 72 John and Brian arc busy checking over a roll of film. The Chorus Gloria in Excelsis Deo How Bright Appears the Morning Star Solo quartet: Dianne Petronis, JoAnne Russo, Gregory Anderson, Ralph Perretta There Shall a Star Come Out of Jacob Gregory Anderson 0 Divine Redeemer Cathy Urkevich Both Sides, Now Adel Luciano What Have They Done to the Rain Cathy and Adel Virgin Mary We Are Crossing Jordan River Girls Concert Choir There Is No Rose, from “Ceremony of Carols” Joseph, Dearest Joseph Mine 1 Wonder as I Wander Frank Palmer, tenor The Coventry Carol Flutes: Angela Falco, Monica Henchey, Carol Kardash, Linda Palmer Sleigh Ride The Christmas Song Dianne Petronis, soprano Mistletoe M. Whitney J. S. Bach F. Mendelssohn C. Gounod Joni Mitchell Afro-American spiritual Afro-American spiritual B. Britten German Appalachian English L. Anderson M. Torme Waring Girls Concert Choir Front Row (I. to r.) S. Walsh, B. D’AIoia, P. Funk, S. Johnson, K. Gargano, H. Gargano, P. Stinney. C. Lembo, A. Luciano. Second Row: J. Spaulding, P. Gandrow, A. Finigan, C Canavan, K. Patenaude, J. Blowers, L. Welch, J. Boiscn, P. Cenci. Back Row: P. Golden, I. Manso. 1). Pertonis, K. Urkevich, M. F. Maicllo, R. DiNardo, K. Sgambati, L. Alvarez, G. Kitrick. Front Row (I. to r.) K. Sgambati, L. Vickery, P. Vickery, I). Keyishian, K. Gargano, A. Luciano. K. Patenaude, C. Lembo, P. Stinney, R. Gargano. Second Row: N. Fehily, K. Camorata, E. Sylvester, S. Taylor, N. Ivarone, G. Kitrick, R. DiNardo, R. DiDomenico, D. Hclnarski, A. D’Aloia. P. Cenci. Third Row: J. Pickett, B. Bishop, L. Yankowski, B. Nolan, B. Higgins, S. Bass, R. Perretta. hront Row (1. to r.) A. Finigan, B. D’Aloia, P. Gandrow. L. Welch. L. Phelps, J. Spaulding, J. Blowers, P. Funk, S. Johnson, S. Walsh. Second Row: D. DeAng-lis, L. Hopcck, L. Alvarez, J. Boisen, I). Lefco, P. Golden, 1). Petronis, C. Canavan, P. Shemo, N. Izzo. Third Row: I. Manso, M. F. Maiello, A. Canonica, K. Urkevich, L. Crannell, Mr. Baldwin. R. Bridgeford, F. Palmer, P. Gandrow. A. Collins. Trombones J. Brown R. Canary C. Izzo J. Lenihan C. Maciariello P. Preston M. Sabatino MMS Band Miss Ruth Shiebler Director Majorettes K. Hosley D. Bergeron C. Desmond Flutes R. Brennan A. Falco M. Henchcy C. Kardash L. Palmer E. Ponzillo Trumpets V. Barber P. Connolly L. D Alberto K. Gleason N. Maciariello D. Medina H. Morcone E. Stock well F. Toma J. Zurlo French Horn T. Brown M .Kyan S. Shemo B. Steves D. Tashjian H. Vitalie Drums A. Alonzo R. Bridgeford W. Bishop A. Garmley T. McMahon J. Mickalonis E. Morcone J. Pickett J. Urkevich Clarinet T. Clements D. DeVito M. DiVirgilio M. Dyer M. Ford M. Fusco D. Hrib S. Leggett J. Maiello B. Nolan I . Roman J. Salvador� Baritone and Bass J. Brown J. Marzinski J. Rinaldi J. Russell J. Sheehan H. Vrrdenburg Saxophone J. Calvani M. Collins I). Denney I). Dunhar A. Hildreth S. I.oggrtt A. Miranda A. Sgambati P. Sgambati J. Sylvester L. Wichelns jazz Band DIRECTOR Mr. Gibeau TRUMPETS Don Medina John Zurlo Larry D’Alberto Paul Conley TROMBONES Paula Preslon Charles Izzo Paul Canary Carmen Maciariello SAXOPHONES Pat Sgambati Sylvia Legget Alice Hildreth Annina Sgambati Bruce Nolan Martin Collins TUBA Hayden Vredenburg DRUMS Ted Clements PIANO Kathy Urkevich Varsity Posts 3-4-1 Record aocu oAlOCj?$ 9MO(9S RAIDERS rMOERS B4I0EHS 2 RlI0rpS . PMOtjs £ . „MOl S 6 Q O m .-it MHS 13 Schalmont 13 MHS 0 MHS 6 MHS 6 Ballston 14 Cohoes 0 Watervliet 0 MHS 6 Lansingburgh 19 Kneeling (1. lo r.) Ed Wallace, Keith Ricciar- done, Larry Valent, Andy Gagliardi, Bill Mala, Vince Luciano, Dennis Cenci, Pat Bruno, Art Fusco, Walt Callahan, Will Russell, Jon Politis. Second Row (1. to r.) Coach Stipai Ron Acerra, Mike Sabatino, Tim Wi George Russell, Don Medina, Mike Bucci, J Notro, Mike Kerls, Coach Trapini, Cos The M. H. S. Varsity Eleven posted a 3-4-1 record in the strong Colonial Council. After two wins and a tie, and the loss of Val Serbalik, the team ran into a superior Ballston team and tasted defeat 14-0, the first loss in three years. The team, under Coaches Stipano and Preston, con- tinued to work hard, hut for the rest of the season could not top their opponents, often losing by the margin of one touchdown. In recognition of their fine performances, four M. H. S. grid men were named members of the Colonial Council All Star Team. Bill Malo and Pat Sgambati made the offensive squad; Walt Callahan and Will Russell were chosen for the defensive group. The J. V. Team, led by Coaches Maru and Trapini, started the season slowly, losing three, but then rallied to top their opponents four times in a row to earn a 4-4-0 record. The freshman team earned a 2-3-0 record this year under Coach DiLallo. They, too, started the season well, but ran into trouble when they met the strong teams of Ballston and Draper. 80 reston. Third Row (1. to r.) John Lcnahan, at Sgambati, Sam Izzo, A1 Provancher, Gary ennis, Scott Fiacco, Don Daley, John antauzzi, Anthony Fiacco. 82 freshmen-. MHSO MHS13 MHS13 MHSO MHSO Ravena 6 Cohoes 0 Schalmont 6 Ballston 45 Draper 13 MtlS 62 I-in-ingliurgh 46 MHS 43 Cohoes 49 MHS 49 Ballston 44 MHS 29 4 Ravena 61 MHS 31 Stillwater 35 , MHS 51 Watervliet 39 MHS 53 Lansinghurgh 46 MHS 42 Phillip Schuyler 63 MHS 58 Ballston 41 MHS 55 Sehalmont 41 MHS 73 Watenrliet 64 MHS 57 Ichabod Crane 56 MHS 35 Ravena 31 Kneeling (1. to r.) Vince Luciano, Joe Laurenzo, Kim Dumar, John McBride. Second Row (L to r.) Coach Legasse, Bill Malo, Pat Sgambati, Larry Boisen, Jim Carney, Dave Baker. The MHS Basketball team, under Coach Legasse, posted a 10-5-0 record for the season. The team started slowly, los- ing three of their first five games. Then they rallied and won all but two of their last ten games. The hard working team was named champion of the Christmas Tournament after easily defeating Saratoga and Shenendehowa. At the end of the season, the MHS five made the Sectionals where they nosed out Ichabod Crane but were defeated by Phillip Schuyler. The JV Team, under Coach Gaughan also was the Christ- mas Tournament champion. They posted an 11-7-0 season’s record. 84 MHS 40 Stillwater 35 MHS 43 Draper 55 MHS 46 Lansingburgh 49 MHS 73 Watervliet 64 MHS 47 Cohoes 69 MHS 52 Cohoes 58 MHS 43 Ravena 59 MHS 66 Ballston 6-1 MHS 48 Schalmont 49 MHS 57 Draper 51 MHS 67 Lansingburgh 56 MHS 53 Schalmont 55 MHS 41 Ravena 40 MHS 54 Watervliet 52 Kneeling (1. to r.) Joe Sheehan, Joe Funaro, Coach Gaughan, Jerry Brown. Second Row (1. to r.) John Satvadore, Gary Plasencia, Frank Waldron, Sal Forino, Dick Bruno, John Sullivan, Mike Marra. 86 Callahan flamed Colonial Council Champ The MHS wrestlers, under Coach Stipano, started the season by defeating Ballston. Following their early success, they were able to tie Draper but then lost their next six games, usually by small margins. They then bounced back to defeat Draper and in their last match, were able to top Schuylerville. After the Sectionals, in which the Varsity wrestlers placed fifth, Walt Callahan was named heavyweight champion of the Colonial Coun- cil. H MHS 31 Ballston 26 MHS 21 MHS 18 Corinth 31 MHS 26 Lansingburgh 30 MHS 13 Shenendehowa 39 MHS 35 Draper 21 Kneeling 1. to r.): Anthony Accetta, Don Medina, Walt Cal- lahan, Anthony Malone, Ted Luciano, John Mulligan. Second Row (1. to r.l: Coach Stipano, Mike Nolan, Carm Mastropietro, John Rinaldi, Keith Ricciardonc, Ed Wallace. Third Row (1. to r.): Howard Connors, Karl Anderson. Fourth Row: Nick Izzo. MHS 7 Saratoga 42 MHS 13 Shenendehowa 39 88 MHS 16 Lansingburgh 30 MHS 26 Schuylerville 21 Draper 24 MHS 21 Ravena 33 MHS 5 Linton 49 MHS 22 Ballston 28 MHS 7 Ravena 44 MHS 5 MUS 8 Schcnendehowa 2 Schaft ont 1 MHS 8 MHS 6 Draper 3 Schalmont 2 MHS 2 Draper 5 MHS 2 Ha list on 0 MHS 2 Saratoga 3 MHS 2 Ravena 5 MHS 3 Ballston 4 MHS 2 Lansinghurgh 2 MHS 3 MHS 0 MHS 0 Schenendehowa 2 Watervliet 9 Cohoes 7 Seated (L to r.) John Fusco, George Wichelns, Joe Funaro, John McBride. Standing (1. to r.) Jim Benimati, Anthony Caschera, Steve Zayacheck, Anthony Fusco, Coach Maru. The MHS Varsity baseball team, un- der Coach Maru, started the season well, defeating their opponents five times in their first eight games. They then ran into stiff opposition and lost or tied all but one of their remaining contests, wind- ing up the season with a 6-6-1 record. The JV men, under Coach Hickey, had a very successful season, winning eleven of their fourteen games. 90 Cross Country (1. to r.) Joe Snay, John Pickett, Paul Durante, John Rinaldi, John Lefncr, Larry DeMarco, Coach Farrell. Seated (1. lo r.) Larry Pickett, Vincent Marzano, John Zurlo, Max Streubel, John Lefner. Mike Burns, Joe Sheehan, Joe Mone. Second Row (1. to r.) John Sullivan, Joe Pickett, Fred Hosley, John Urkevich, Vic Ciulianelli, Kim Dumar, Ernie Matrazzo, Coach Hickey. y. V. Baseball MHS 13 Shenendehowa 3 MHS 3 Saratoga 8 MHS 8 Schalmont 1 MHS 12 Hoosick Valley 1 MHS 1 Saratoga 6 MHS 12 Draper 0 MHS 6 Schalmont 2 MHS 6 Ballston 4 MHS 7 Ballston 5 MHS 7 Draper 1 MHS 9 Shenendehowa 3 MHS 2 Lansingburgh 8 MHS 6 Cohoes 3 MHS 10 Hoosick Valley 3 MHS 8 Ravena 7 Zrack The MHS track team, under Coach Stipano, began the season by easily defeating Draper. In the next four meets, they ran into stiff competi- tion and were defeated, often by fourteen points or less. They began to strengthen near the end of the season and won two of their last three meets to compile a 3-5-0 record for the year. MHS 83% Draper 491 . MHS 61 Schalmont 74 MHS 65 Schuylerville 71 MHS 56% Ballston 83% MHS 62 Lansingburgh 74 MHS 86 Cohoes 49 MHS 55 Ravena 78 MHS 94% Watervliet 41% 91 Kneeling (1. to r.) Anthony Alonzo, Pete Palmer, Gary Sweeney, Bill Rabbitt. Second Row (1. to r.) Francis Benanati, Paul Roman, Jim Scrbalik, Wayne Morgan. Missing: Rick Bagnoli. The MHS Bowlers, under Coach Sam Izzo, fin- ished out this year’s season with a 6-26 record. After coming up second against the strong teams of Lansing- burg, Cohoes, and Schalmont, our team was able to defeat second place Ravena. During the Ravena game, Jim Serhalik posted the high single and triple for the team this season, hitting a 255 and 650 respec- tively. After the end of the season, the Red Raider Bowlers were chosen by the area Elk’s Club to rep- resent them in a tournament at Saratoga. MHS 1 Lansingburgh 3 MHS 1 Cohoes 3 MHS 0 Ravena 4 MHS 0 Schalmont 4 MHS 1 Lansingburgh 3 MHS 0 Cohoes 4 MHS 3 Ravena 1 MHS 0 Schalmont 4 Left Row: Gerry Kitrick Karen Powers Pam Camerato Right Row: Ann Marie Luther Joy Bucci Carol Ricciardone 93 Sue Murphy Patty Simpson 94 J.V. alternates: Debbie McBride Lucille Anatriello Varsity alternates: Barbara Woods Patty W elch Soccer Sitting (I. io r.) M. Lapictro, D. McBride, J. Carp, M. Sirchia, D. DcCercc. Kneeling (1. to r.) A. Hildreth, P. Canavan, S. Leggett, R. Batchelder, K. Sullivan, J. Boison. Standing (1. to r.) P. Golden, C. Canavan, C. Perrcn, J. Rinaldi, M. Matrazzo, E. Ponzillo. Miss- ing: N. Izzo, A. Sadowski, T. Brown. M.H.S. 4 Ravena 3 M.H.S. 4 Schalmont 2 M.H.S. 4 Lansingburgh 2 All together now 1-2-3! Can’t you do anything right, Kathy? 95 Bottoms up. Heads up. ... beehive of activity by the 5th period lunch bell. Marie takes time for lunch ... ... while Ev and Donna take time for the phone. 99 CHOIR: Front Row (I. to r.l A. Luciano, K. Patenaude, L. Welch. Back Row: F. Palmer, R. Perretta, T. Clements. Missing: C. Urkevich. Miss Freshman P. Camerato 100 Senior Officers Pres. Tom Pickett V. Pres. Paul Roman Sec. Kathy Sgamhati Treas. Susan Ryan Junior Officers Pres. Susan Connors V. Pres. Ray DeVoe Sec. Linda Caputo Treas. Susan Murphy Class Officers Sophomore Officers Pres. Howard Connors V. Pres. Ted Luciano Sec. Mary Jo Smilak Treas. Joanne Russo Freshman Officers Pres. Larry Wichelns V. Pres. Joe Maiello Sec. June Serbalik Treas. Patty Canavan 101 Parents ’ flight This year Mechanicville High held its annual Open House on November 19, a week later than planned, on account of heavy snow. The turnout was greater than expected, and all agreed the even- ing was a big success. “You don’t suppose Miss Gardenier knows anything about the punch being spiked?” asks Mr. Cocozzo. 102 “Who does that man with the bubble gum think he is?” Ann Marie and Laurie argue over who shows Mrs. Perrin the cafeteria. Ann Marie and Gerry get us in the spirit ... ... while Carm counts the day’s proceeds. Mush Day To save our voices for the annual pep rally, MHS remained silent under penalty of a 1 fine. The second annual Hush Day was topped off by a march from the heart of town to the site of the traditional bonfire atop Pruyn Hill. Wendy spans the generation gap as Debbie wonders what the world is coming to. Halloween Carol hits Joe for a penny as he leaves school. . .. was a big success. The bravest of our gals came to school decked out in ankle length skirts and Bobby sox. Mary Beth, Karen, Ann Marie, and Mary Pat—semi-finalists for Miss America 1922??? 103 Manny. Lucy. The teachers gave a farewell party for Miss Tilly. Audiovisual aides. Clark. Mr. Cameron and Jim CURRICULUM A Yearbook ’69 Members at snack bar. Liz, Lucy, and Patti. Mr. Whitbeck. Winter Upon Descends - CLASS DAY 68 JUNIOR USHERS: (left to right) Sue Johnson, Wendy Bowser, Beth Pickett, Evelyn Palmer, Rosemary Smiel, Antoinette Visci, and Sue Ryan. (Left to right) Patti DePaul, Antoinette Visci, Janice Serbalik, and Elixabeth Richards. MHS COLONIAL LEAGUE ALL-STARS: (left to right) Wilfred Rus- sell, Pat Sgambati, Bill Malo, and Walt Callanan. SANDY TURNER Exchange Student from Australia. COLLEEN HISER Exchange Student to Argentina. 106 RUSS TOOMBS participated in the Cornell Summer Program. WENDY BOWSER won the Betty Crocker Home- maker of Tomorrow Award. VJPS Proud of our VIP’s? You l et we are! And well we should I e. MHS Seniors have captured cov- eted titles and awards in all fields of academic endeavor. SKIDMORE SEMINAR STUDENTS: Front Row: Sue Johnson. Mary Root. Back Row: Russ Toombs, Linda Vickery, Ralph Per- retta. REGENTS SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS: Wendy Bowser, Russ (Left to right) Charles Izzo, Linda Vickery, Beth Pickett. Toombs, and Patti DePaul, Alternate. 107 Aristoi members await the beginning of the candle light ceremony. Aristoi members remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance. 108 Honor Society induction Ceremony At 7:30 on Wednesday evening, January 22, the induction ceremonies of the Aristoi Chapter of the National Honor Society began with a candle light processional of twenty seniors. Speeches con- cerning Leadership, Scholarship, Character, and Serv- ice were delivered by Carmen Maciariello, Linda Vic- kery, Patti DePaul, and Sue Johnson, respectively. The program concluded with the induction of the members of Omega, the sophomore Honor Society, and Alpha, the junior Honor Society. All participat- ing received pins as a token of their achievement. THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY: Front How: L. Vickery. P. I)e- Paul, T. Pickett. B. Pickett, E. Palmer. Back Row: R. Toombs, S. John- son, C. Maciariello. L. Vickery, speaking on Scholarship. “Congratulations, Joe! Aristoi members relaxing after the ceremony. Mr� . Tashjian, Club Advisor, pours a well-deserved cup of coffee. Paul, sampling the chocolate chip cookies. Immediately following the ceremony, receptions were held for the participants’ families and friends. Aristoi members en- tertained in the Home Economics room; the families and friends of Alpha and Omega members remained in the Cafe- teria. Coffee, cookies, and cupcakes were served. Patti serves coffee to Mr. and Mrs. Toombs. 109 i ams Spring Spring Spring . . . the eagerly awaited magic moment . . . . . . all at once it happens. Atianis. Karrn— Bore? 3. 4. Ahearn. Marjorie— St-nice Club 2. 3, 4; Art 3. 4: Ski Club 3. Alvarez. Lolita— Choir 3, 4; Girls Concert Choir 4. Annaruinma. Carolumi— Ski Club 1; Basketball 1. Bagnoli, Richard— Bowling 4. Beninati. Francis— Photography Club 4; Bowling 2, 3, 4; Golf 2. 3, 4. Bergeron, Deborah— Art Club 2. 3; Ski Club 1, 2; Yearbook 4; Dramatics Club 1; Rising Sun 1; Majorette 1. 2, 3, 4. Bishop, Sharon— FNA 2, 3, 4; Service Club 1, 2; Art 4; Year- book 3, 4; Choir 2; President FNA 4. Boisen, Larry— Football 1; Basketball 1,2, 3, 4. Bowser, Wendy— Omega 2; Alpha 3; Aristoi 4; FTA 3; Service Club 3; Yearbook 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1; Dramatics Club 1; Library Club 1, 2; Bowling 2; Basketball 3; NEDT Awards 1. 2: Junior Usher 3. Brown, Kathryn— Yearbook 2. 3, 4; Choir 1; Volleyball 2; Basketball. Bruno, Patrick— Varsity Club 2. 3, 4; Football 4; Wrestling 2; Track 3. Bueei, Joy— Clas. Secretary 1. 2; Secretary of Student Council 4; Ski Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Choir 1; Cheerleader 3, 4; Student Council 1, 3; Miss Junior. Calvani, Janice— FNA 1; FTA 1; Service Club 1, 2; Art 1; Choir 1. 2; All County Choir I. Camerato, Panela— Ski Club 1, 2, 3. 4; Choir 1; Track 3, 4; Bowling 1; Competitive Swimming 1; Gym- nastics 4; Pep Club 1; Cheerleader 2, 4; Miss Freshman. Cornfield. Christine— Omega 2; Choir 1, 2; All County Choir 1. Carney, James— Baseball 1.2; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. Cenei, Alfred— Omega 2; Alpha 3; Aristoi 4. Cenei, Dennis— Varsity Club 3, 4; Vice-President of Varsity Club 4; Basketball 1, 2; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Traek 3, 4. Chauvin, Mary— Student Council 3; Art Club 3; Yearbook 2. 3; Basketball 1; Volleyball 2. Cowen, Vincent— Red Raider Indian 4. D’Amica, Lucy— Yearbook 2,3, 4; Bowling 2. Dankulieh. John— Football 3; Basketball 1. DeMarco, Lawrence— Varsity Club 4; Track 3; Cross Country 4: Wrestling 3, 4. DcPaul. Patrice— Omega 2; Alpha 3; Aristoi 4; National Honor Society 4; Yearbook 2, 3; Bowling 2; NEDT Awards 1, 2; Junior Usher 3; Skidmore Seminar 4. Dennis, Gary— Varsity Club 4; Football 3, 4; Traek 3. DeSieno, Anne— Ski Club 1; Choir 1; Basketball Intramurals 2. Desmond, Christine— Omega 2; Ski Club 2; Yearbook 4; Major- ette 2, 3, 4; Newspaper 3; Girls Intra- murals 2. DeVoe, Barbara— Omega 2; Yearbook 4; Student Council Representative 3; Rowling I; Shorthand Business Contest—3rd Place—3. Donahue, Dorine— Class Treasurer 2; Omega 2; Ski Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Yearbook 2, 3, 4; Choir 1; Soccer 1; Basketball 1. 3, 4; Volleyball 3, 4; Student Council 2; Alternate 4. Dwyer, Dehorah— Service Club 3; Choir 1, 2; School Store Attendant 4. Dyer, Mary Beth— Omega 2; FTA 2, 3, 4; Vice-President FTA 4; Ski Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Yearbook 112 2, 3, 4; Business Manager of Yearbook 2. 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 3. 4: Bowling 1. 2. Ermalowiez, Sophie— Art Club 1; Ski Club 3; Cheerleader 3; Girls Competitive Swimming 2. Esposito, Marylou— Art Club 4; Ski Club 2; Choir 1. Fin Span, Ann— Service Club President 2; Service Club Secretary 3; Sen ice Club I, 2. 3, 4; Omeg.. 2; Ski Club 3; Choir I. 2. 3. I: Girl Cop rert Choir 4. For«l, Martha— Band 1. 2. 3, 4; All-Countv Band 2. 3. I. All-Countv Competition 1, 2, 3, 4. Funaro. Donald— Bowling 1, 2, 3, 4; J.V. Baseball 2. Funk, Paula— FNA 1, 2; Sendee Club 2; Art Club 4; Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; Girls Concert Choir 4: Bowling 1, 2. Funchino, Dolores— Omega 2; Alpha 3; Yearbook 3, 4. Fusco, Mark— Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Wrestling 3; Swimming 1. Gagliardi, Andrew— Ski Club lf 2. 3; Football I, 2. 3, 4; Track 3. Horn, Donald— Bocos 3, 4. Horner, Jacqulinc— Senice 1. 2, 3; Choir 1. Hutchison, Francine— Yearbook 4; Bowling 1, 2; Synchronized Swimming 2; Student Council Alternate 2. Izzo, Charles— Omega 2; Alpha 3; Aristoi 4; Ski Club 1, 2, 3. 4: Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Jazz Band 2, 3, 4. Johnson. Gregory— Omega 2: rt Club 4; Photography Club 3. I. Johnson, Susan— Omega 2; Alpha 3; Aristoi 4; National Honor Society 4; FTA 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 2, 3, 4; Yearbook 2. 3, 4; Choir 1; Skidmore Seminar 4; Bowling 2; Soccer 1; Volleyball 4; Basketball 3. 4; Track 3, 4; Gymnastics 3; President of FTA 4; Student Council Alternate 1, 4. Keyishian, David— Bosces 3, 4. Kitrick, Geraldine— Ski Club 1, 2, 3; Yearbook 4; Choir 1. 2, 4; All-County Choir 1, 2; Girls Concert Choir 4; Cheerleader 2, 3, 4; Bowling 1, 2; Competitive Swimming 2; Synchronized Swimming I. 2; Basketball ]v 2, 3. Luciano, Vincent— Student Council Treasurer 4; Omega 2; Al- pha 3; Aristoi 4; Varsity Club 3, 4; Foot- ball 1, 2, 3. 4; Basketball 1, 2. 3, 4; Track 1,2,3. Luther, Ann Marie— Class Treasurer 3; Student Council Vice- President 4; Art Club 4; Ski Club 2, 3; Yearbook 3. 4; Cln-erleader 2. 4: Miss Sophomore. Maciariello, Carmen— Class President 1; Student Gtuncil Presi- dent 4; Omega Treasurer 2; Alpha President 3; Aristoi 4; National Honor Society 4: Varsity Club 3. 4; Band 1. 2, 3, 4; Jazz Band 1, 2, 3, 4: All-County Orchestra 2; All-County Band 3, 4: Area All-State Or- chestra 3; Area All-State Band 4: NEDT Awards 1, 2; Boys State 3; District 4 Di-legate to Syracuse Nomination Convention 3; Junior Staff at SIJNY Cortland Work- shop 4; Football 1. 2, 3; Freshman Football Assistant Coach 4; Basketball I, 2. 3; Track 3. 4. Maciariello, Rowe Marie— Service Club 1, 3; Choir 1; Dramatics Club 1; Soccer 2; School Store Attendant 4. Maciariello, Sylvia— Choir 1. Malinowski, Joan— FNA 2, 3, 4; Yearbook 2, 3, 4; Dramatics Club 1; Newspaper 1; Basketball 1, 3: Volleyball 2; Soccer 2; Bowling 2: NEDT 1,2. Malo, William— Class Treasurer 1; Class Vice-President 2; Omega 2; Varsity Club 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Golf 1, 2. 3, 4; Football 1. 2, 3, 4; Student Council 1. Malone, James— Football 1, 2; Wrestling 1. Marzano, Anita— Ski Club 3; Choir 1; Bowling 1; Basketball 1. Mawtrianni, Jerome— Art Club 4; Choir 1; Photography Club 4; Student Council Alternate 1. 113 Maatropietro, (Carmine- Art Club 4; Football 1. 2: tiasketball 1 Wrestling 2, 3, 4. Maynard, Linda— FNA 2; Ski dk 1, 2: Ufcunalics Club £ Mickalonia, Donna— FNA 4; FT A 4; Club 2. 3; Art dub oka Notro, Joseph— Varsity Club 2, 3. 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4 Trark 2. 3. Swimming 1; Student Council Alternate 1; Solent Council 2; Cheerleader 4. Mi Art Stud i dent Palmer, Evelyn— Omega 2: Ariatoi 4; FTA 3; Ski Club 3; Yearbook 2. 3, 4: Choir 1; Student Council 4: Vollevball 4: National Honor Society 4; Vicc Pre ident Ariatoi 4; Junior U«hcr 3. Pangbum. Debra— Ski Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Yearbook 2, 3, 4, flwur 1; Swimming 1; Basketball 2. Ionis, Patricia— + 3, 4; Yearbook 3. 1; Choir I. 2, 3; t Council Alternate 1; Art Clui� Pr� i Imho, Anthony— nacci, Mary— ]e Club 1; Ski Club 1. I l Morcone, Edward— Claw) Vice-President 1: Baud I. 2. 4: ChcLr 1, 2, 3; Baseball 1. 3: Basketball ' 1. Football 1. 2. fir Sr Morgan, Vi ayne— Omega 2; Varsity Club 2. 3. 4: Wrestling 2. Morocco, Thelma Service-Club 1, 2. Muzio, Gary— Baseball 2; Wrestling 4.i Natalie. Linda— Ski Club 1; Basketball 2. Nolan, John— Omega 2; Alpha 3. Pel Four! m 11 1; Track 1 Vcrrotta, Joy rcyWJietTleader 2. Id Pcrrctta, Ralphs Ski Club 1, 4; Yearbook 2; Choir 1, 2. 3, 4; Track 1; Swiniminfc 1; Dramjtics Club lj All-County Choir 1. 2, 3; All-State Choir g 4: Choraliers 1, 2, 3. Petroni , Sandra— FNA 4; Service Club 1. 2. 3; Secretary of Sen ice ( lub 2: Yearbook 4; Bow ling 2. Pickett, Elizabeth— Omega 2; Alpha 3; Aristoi 4; National Hon or So« i- '• I T A 2. 3; Art Clul 4M dent Council AI Batc 3. Pickett, Thoma� — Class President 2. 4; Omega 2; Alpha 3; Aristoi 4; National Honor Society 4; Bas- ketball 1. 2; Basketball 2; R.P.I. Award: 1 v . I :-'rit Student Council 2. m Powers, Karen— Omega 2; Art Cluli 4; Ski Club 1, 2: Year- book 2. t; (Amna-lica Club 4; Synchronized 2L Retell, Rohei Bones 3. 4. Rieeiardone, Carol— Ski Club 1; Yearbook 4; Cheerleader 3, 4. Richard , Elizabeth— Omega 2: Ariatoi 1: Yearbook 2. 3, 4; B-� wI- mg' 2; NEDT Award 2; Student Couj unior Usher Riley, Richard— Audio VKual 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2. N udio Vi-ual 2 linahli. John— Rinaf Varsity Club 3, 4; Band 2. 3; Crn s.Country 4; W’restling 3, 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Co- Captain of Wrestling 4. Rohyek, Peter Art ( lull 1. 2. 3; Ski Club 2. 3, 4. Roman, Paul— Class Vice-President 1: Omega 2; Alpha Aristoi 4; Varsity Club 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3 4; All-County Band 1. 2, 3, 4; Sectional State Band 3; Boys State 3; Student 3, 4; Vice-President of Alpha 3: Omega 2 Bowling 2, 3; Track Root, Mary—- Omega 2; Alpha 3; Secretary-Treasurer of Alpha 3; Ba k- Sall 3; Usherette for Senior IV m 1; Sk: Club 3; Yearbook 2, 3, 1; Band 1; FTA 3. t; Historian FT A. Rosko, Doreei Art Club 3, 4; Ski Club ball Ji Swimming 1. Ip ia JPAristm,4; Ai 4; Junior Usher 3. 4: Choir Shemo, Steven— Jf 2, 3. 4; Wrestling 4; All-County Band 3, 4; All-State Or- Award 1, 2; Girl State 3; National Merit Aenii-Finalist DAR Good Citizen Award 4; FIJfrd ■” I Club 2; Camera Club 4; FoothaTTT f e V 16 Shiffert, Otto- Omega 2; Football 1, Track 2, 3, 4. 2; Basketball Kathryn— hemo, fKjbalJf• 2, ■ A 1, 2; Art astic Club 4. ent Council 1, 2, earbook 3; Choir 4 iris Concert Chior A; Smiel, Rnsemary— FT A 4: Qmei m r.im Valent, Lawrence— Choir 1; Football 3, 4; Track 4. Vetter, Darlene— t, 3; Choir 1. Zappola, Anthony— Football 1: Track 2. 3. Zappone, Judy— Ski Club I, 2, 3; Choir 1; Track 2, 4; Basketball 1, 2; Pep Gub 1; Bowling 1, 2. '—_______I ery, Linda— 2; Alpha 3; Ariatoi 4; National Zappone, Marlene— Ski Gub 2, 3, 4; Choir 1; Bowling 1, 2; Pep Gob 1. Seotti, Pamela— Service Club 4; Art Club 4; Ski Gub 3. Tafuto. Marlene— Omega 2; Ski Gub 2, 3; Yearbook 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1. 3. Whalen, Linda— Service Gub 1; Ski Club 2, 3; Yearbook 2, 3, 4; Choir 1. Toomht , Runs— Student Council Alternate 1; Omega 2; Alpha 3; Arisloi 4; National Honor Society 4; Yearbook 1, 2, 3, 4; Choir 2; Newspaper 1; NEDT Award 1, 2; National Merit Schol- arship Letter of Commendation 4: Skidmore ussell, Wilfred— rsity Club 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3. 4; Track Ryan, Susan— Clast Secretary 2; Gass Treasurer 4; Omega 2; Alpha 3; Aristoi 4: Ski Gub 2, 3; Year- book 2, 3. 4; Choir 1; Basketball 2. 3; Volleyball 2, 4; Student Council 2, 4. redenburgh, Hayden— •t; All-County Band 3; Area 4; Football 1. 2. 3. 4; Satterlee, Jan— Art Club 4; Vice-President of Art Club 4; Swimming 2, 3. Smith. Kathleen— Service Gub 1, 3, 4; Pep Gub 1; FNA 1; Soccer 2. Sylventer, Anthony— Varsity Club 3, 4: Football 1, 2, 3, 4: Wrestling 1; Track 2. Welch, Loin— Omega 2; Alpha 3; Aristoi 4; FTA 3; Choir 1. 2, 3, 4; Bowling 1, 2; Basketball 2; Choralicrs 3; Girls Concert Choir 4; Area All-State Choir 4; Newspaper 1; NEDT Award 1. Serhalik, Janice— Omega 2; Alpha 3; Aristoi 4. Serhalik. Val— Vice-President 3; Omega 2; Aristoi 4; W'ichelns, Joseph— Football 1, 2, 3; Basketball 2; Baseball 3. Wise, Kathleen— Omega 2. 5 in Rosko Joaeph Mike McGuire Peter J. Mickaloni Mr� . Alfred Mignac. Mr. and Mr� . William Ahem Jr. Mrs. Guy Amoroso • | Mr. Guy Amoroso • i Ang and Mick “66”-“68“ Annie “70” I «1 Bart “OGEE” Becky ike Bergeron Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Blizzard Bob “68 and Donna “69” Elizabeth Brown Butch “69” Raymond Butler Mr. Cain Roxanne Camerato Mr. and Mrs. Peter Canavan Mr. and Mrs. Alphanse Canonica Mr. and Mrs. James Canonica Mr. and Mrs. S. A. Carabis Mr. Edward Carp Mr. and Mrs. Jack Carswell Joe Carney and Mike Zappone Mr. and Mrs. Cava Haro Carale Cenci Mr. and Mrs. Donald Chenaille Mrs. Tillie Cimino Mr. Clancy Collins Flower Shop Mr. and Mrs. John Cross Sr. Agnes Damar Dot and Roland De Blois Mrs. Thomas Delaney Mr. and Mrs. James Delpfde Michael Delprete Ma Joyce Dennis ill Mr. ami Mrs. John Devito Donna Dickson Donald Dicko n Mr. and Mrs. Donald E. Dickson Master James Dickson Donna and Carol 74“ Mark DiVirgillio John Doran Mrs. Albert Enzogne Mrs. Anthony Festa Anthony and Louis Fest Jr.Festl Mrs. Sylvester FesU Mrs. Edward Finigan Fish “73” and Joel “73' ■ f firs. Elizabeth Fitch Mr. und Mes. Ernest Ford Jr. I Maria FWo 4 Ufil Beatrice Coyer [Grandpa Ed ami Ella 4 Miss Stella Green IHa k “67 and Kathy “69 Mr. and Mrs. Fred Herrington J MK H. B. H.rrey Herman and Virginia Helen Hopeck Carol Hrib Hrib Mr. and M Mr. and Mrs. Gmry 0. Hunter and Son c'mny $L Mrs. Frank Izmj John iBtand Bab j John and Sh� r “69“ mm John Johibo'n , I Jude and Ray Judy and Frank “66 Julie “70” (|h Karen and Art Mrs. Rose Kearney Miss Doris Kostak John LafBtta Joseph Lavigne Linda .md Joey Linda “69“ and Louie ■681� Pam and Flea Pam and Jim Walt Paulsen Master Paul Perrotta Pete “66“ and Marilyn “6 Mr. A1 Pignatelli • Mr. Vincent Pignatelli Mr. and Mrs. Ray Price Mrs. Mary Reddy Jim Richards “72” Thomas Richards Richie “67” and Marty “69” Mr. and Mrs. Frank Robyck Mr. and Mrs. Stephen G. Robyck Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Rocco Peter Rosko Fred Russom jjkincent Luciam Mr. nd Mrs. R Mr. and Mrs. Ray Luther Lance Corporal Anthony Maciariello J mes Malone Mr. and Mrs. Paul Marcone .4rio.ndM.rk Djbria Martone TM V Mr. and IfaurWilliaro Mr And Mrs. George Masirogtaro Jude Anthony Mastropietro UoIm-t James McCujtff Wl.a MjL and Mrs. Andrew'Ryan Mrs. tyargaret Salwa Mr. and Mrs. Vity Sandulla Mrs. Stephen Santa Barbara Mr. and Mrs. Robert Scales Joseph Scotti Mr. and Mrs. Louis Scotti Shellie “71” Sisto and Elvira John Smith Mr. and Mrs. John Spohn Mr. and Mrs. Rob uilAtewart and Sf Anne I. Sullivan ' Tosh. Vi. II V ttMr. nd Mrs. Mhald Trffi Mrs. Staa R. Turner I Mr s.n 4 Ur. V.nH.n Mr. and Mrs. Dave VanDen Katherine VanDetta Lester VanVeghten Mr. and Mrs. Sal Venald Vince “68” «nd C “69” Harry Wilson - Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Wise Mrs. Margaret Wise Mr. and Mrs. Frederic W Mr. and Mrs. James Yatj John Zappolo 116 Mr. and Mrs. Gifford Mr.'sntj frs. Haydes Scott William Aheam Mr. and Mrs. William Ahearn Mr. and Mrs. Charles Aldrich Sal Alesi and Family Alonzo’s Snack Bar Swimmini po°i jr Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Anatridli Mr. and Mrs. Sam Anguino Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Annaruma Mr. and Mrs. Carmen Bagnoli Jr Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bagnoli Mr. and Mrs. Patrick J. Baker Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Barbolt Mr. and Mrs. David Bartholemev Mr. and Mrs. Walter Benham Mr. and Mrs. Frank L. Bishop Busty’s Barber Shop Mr. and Mrs. A. Calvani Grandma and Grandpa Camerate Mr. and Mrs. Rocco Camerato Anita and B. J. Canfield Mrs. Ralph Caputo Elias Carey Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Fitzpatrick Joe O’Kosky Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Ford Sr. Paul Parker Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Fusco Mr. and Mrs. Babe Fusco M. i. i puu Mr. atfa Mwr John Fusco r Ml. nO Mr. and V F Mr and Mrs. Vincent Fusco William T. Pov Mi and Mr� . Roland Gaetano Mr. and Mrs. F Mr. and Mrs. Garland AMundM s. E Mr. and Mrs. William Gray Mr. and MmJ. Margaret V. Hinchey ..Mr and Mrs. jVck R. Mrs Katin rn Hogan F ldr. and Mrs £AveR Mrfcnd Mrs. Richard Hawthorne Mr. and Mrs. J I Mr. and Mrs. Roger Hoyt Mr. and Mrs. ] Mr. and Mrs. William F. Hutchison Susan Ross Mi |to d F’dwanl Poloms - Iliam ’• and Mis. H. Prichard pndMrs. Edwin Provancher . and MiWjohn Quackenbush .and Mrs. William F. HutchisJr Susan Ross Mr. ar . and Mrs. Anthony Iacobelli 4 Mr . and Mts. Antho mmm Mr. and Mrs. Cauden Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Cenci and Mrs Mr. and Mrs. Joe Conroy Mrs. Concetta Mr. and Mrs. Dominick D’Amico Mr Mfs • Mr-“dFrancis Danforth and M-fnM , Kathy 69 Mr. and Mrs. Mark DeCerce Mr. and Mrs. Anthony DeSieno r‘ and Mrs. 1 Mr. and Mrs. Peter DeVito Mr.land Mrs. Mark DiBello Beau Mr. and Mr- Vince DiNuzio and r'' Mr. and Airs. Phillip DiSiena Mr. and Mrs. W Ilia rfc®yer Maj and Bate Mr. and Mrs. Peter F.uci$i Sr. Jerwne Mas ' Mr. and Mrs. JUj jCunalowitz and atanley Ermalowitz Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Vtspoeito r- and Mrs. F Mfc Cuy Estesilo S Eva Steve, a d Marylili Mrjames Nate Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Fantauzzi Pfc. James Nat Mr. and Mr� . John Fascia Miss Barbara f - Bob Faulkner Mr. amO rs. C Mr. and Mrs. Carl Fitch , D. H- Oakes Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Fitch Paul Offenback Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Iacobelli BVfr. and Mrs. Duane Ingraham Ala and Mrs. Armand Izzo f Mr, and Mrs. Roman F. Johnson Julia Kosowsky Mr, and Mrs. Kelly Marvin B. Kipp Margaret and Gordon Knapp Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lavigne Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Le Claire Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Lucarelli Mrs. Concetta Maciariello Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Maciaiicl! Macniel Insurance Couipam Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Manzo Mr. and Mrs. Richard Marcella Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mareno Marion's Beauty Shop Mr aqd Mts. Dominick Mamilio Mr. and Mrs. L. Mar tone 1 lernmp Mastriitnni Mr. and Mrs. W'ilfred Rnssell Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Sheldon Miss Mary Shemo Mrj. and Mrs. Patrick Shemo Mr, and Mrs. Harold Sickler Adam Spickler Mr. and Mrs. Mrs. Stephen Spickler Mr. and Mq fary Spraker Robert St. Andrews Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Taglione Tom Kearney and Mari Mignacci .Mr, and Mrs. Robert Ure Mr. and Mrs. Peter Valden — Mr. and Mrs. Louis VeiAk f 1 Mr. and Mrs. Robert Morin Mr. and Mrs. Sal Morocco. Mr. James Natalie Pfc. James Natalie Jr.' Miss Barbara Niebler Mr. and Mrs. George Niebler ► D. H. Oakes PauJ Offenbacker Mr. and Mrs. Pasquale Viaci B. A. Westcott - Mr? and MH John Whalen Mr. and Mrs. David Wiltsey Diane Marie Wiltsey Curt Zabel Al Zale Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Zappone Mr. and Mrs. Dominick Zappone Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Zeppetelli 117 ts Fish Furniture Hammond.Organ Center Riverside Groc Sam's Shoe Repair Shop Mr. and Mrs. Otto Shiffert Foriig) Iron M s Fox's Newsr Frank's Delivery Haney Broyliervice Station Herrick Art Press Hillside Inn m I l fjggj j Val’s Sporting Good P ice I } • i Verdile's Restaurant 5 Station i I Mr. and Mrs. John Vetter J Harry J. Weve l k Mrs. Floyd Wilbur Quackenbus jpwnmower Engine Sa s Service Florence, Edward, and Brian Shiffert and Catherine Ebert 4 Val’s Sporting Good m [b — Verdile's Restaurant [ jL Mr. and Mrs. John Vetter Harrv J. WeveWtv 118 Horn’s, Christmas Scenery 4l irt Water{ord Road, ;j£fckTByrne Ford Mercury 9Cf North Main Street Meehan icville 119 The Class of 1969 will soon be history: only a few short days remain until our long-awaited grad- uation day, June 22. The past thirteen years of our lives have been spent in school; we entered as chil- dren and are leaving as young adults. Many times we have wished for graduation; but, now that it is ac- tually here, we feel only reluctance and regret. The Yearbook staff hopes it has captured some of the spirit of our class on these pages. This staff, which started with many members two years ago, has now dwindled considerably. Many helped at snack bars and in money-making activities, but only a few lasted through write-ups and page construction: Linda Vickery, introduction and administration; Elizabeth Richards, seniors, curriculum, and clubs; Lucy D’Amico, seniors and curriculum; Sharon Bishop, curriculum; Russ Toombs, sports and yearbook pho- tographer; Wendy Bowser, student life; Debbie Bergeron, divider pages; Barbara DeVoe, Carol Ricciar- done, and Francine Hutchison, index and boosters. The Yearbook’s competent treasurer was Mary Beth Dyer. The staff wishes to thank Mrs. Decker for her assistance; Mr. Prosser, for the use of the book- store during the photographer’s invasion; and administration, faculty, students, and everyone else con- cerned, for their co-operation with us. Most of all. Halfmoon ’69 would like to express its appreciation to Mr. Whitbeck, our advisor. With- out his constant guidance, encouragement, and occasional prodding, our yearbook would never have been a reality. Thanks, Prof. .-7 vV.-C zm , - � . '3 r fi t i ir: s ., MC v r . . •. ,«. im-u L VTT- s .lZa£{ 41 r.-——� —wn-i f � t«rrrn,jr ; r v i i T ‘ liWIIr “ w -himiiwY V I!!!.,., ■ I� ininnur vTnutfPi rrflTI i j' iii ii i t f||)||u rrr K.iwirj rM tun i i VBIMV J AUJ - V r «- f M V x . V - -1 ■-