Mineola High School - Signet Yearbook (Mineola, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 240 of the 1981 volume:

— which provides us with the strength needed to make meaningful efforts. Prior to such endeavors, we are inspired and encouraged 5 our parents, our teachers, and our friends. This support increases our determination 6 7 to meet each challenge as it arises ma our unique perceptions of life and to strive for our goals. 9 The truest wisdom, in general, is a resolute determination. Napoleon v .• I •- % 0 ? t • • y District Administration DR. MARK WAYNE Superintendent of Schools MR. GEORGE RUSSO Assistant Superintendent for Personnel DR. LOUIS FORMICA Assistant Superintendent of Schools MR. WALTER SYSAK President Board Of Education MR. MICHAEL PHILBURN Vice-President MR. WILLIAM CODDINGTON MRS. MICKEY WOHL MR. THOMAS DINAPOLI 18 High School Administration In selecting DETERMINATION as the theme of Signet this year, I am reminded of the mission of Don Quixote as popularized in “The Man of LaMancha : To dream the impossible dream, To fight the unbeatable foe, To bear with unbearable sorrow. To run where the brave dare not go. And the world will be better for this, That one man, scorned and covered with scars, Still strove, with his last ounce of courage, To reach the unreachable stars! The combination of vision and an ideal along with the determination to carry it out produces greatness. At the beginning of your careers, it is important that you identify some quest. If it is worthy, and you have the courage and drive to pursue it, the world may truly be better for this. I hope that your years at Mineola High School have helped you to focus on the ideals and the possible dream that will give you a life filled with happiness and personal satisfaction. MR. PAUL FLANZER- Principal Paul Flanzer 19 MR. ARTHUR HERRFORTH- Assistant Principal MR. ALPHONSE RATTO-Administrative Assistant for Student Affairs English TOtfli ms- MS. CLARE COOPER- Chairperson DENISE HAMPTON MRS. MELISSA AZRAK MR. ANTHONY VALERI MR. VINCENT J. NAPOLITANO 20 MR. JAMES P. SMITH- Question Mark MR. MICHAEL ROMANO- Question Mark MRS. RHODA FISHKIN MR. BRUCE CASTELLANO MS. HEIDI KLEMPERER MRS. MARYANN PLAIA- Thespain Advisor Director of Spring Musical JAN FINANDER- Cheerleaders MRS. ESTHER JEWELL- Senior Class Advisor MRS. MARJORIE DAVANZO- Junior Class Advic Nr 21 Social Studies MS. SUSAN BORAX DR. PETER HARKNESS MS. JOAN DICK 23 Mathematics MS. MARY DERRINGTON- Chairperson MR. FRANK YOUNG- Junior Mathletes MR. JOHN P.M. EHRLING- Freshman Football Freshman Lacrosse MR. FLETCHER TOMIC MR. NICHOLAS SCAROLA 24 MR. ANTHONY T. TERRACCIANO BERT PARSONS MRS. CAROL JOHNSON MRS. CHRISTINE P’SIMER- Freshman Class Advisor MR. DAVIS T. POOLE- JV Football JV Baseball MR. THOMAS EMBLER 25 Science MR. JOHN CONNOLLY- Chairman MR. J. C. WESTON- Sophomore Class Advisor MR. ROBERT SCHMITT- Soccer, Basketball MR. SCOTT SPACIE- Badminton MR. FREDERICK ZUSSELMAN MR. JAMES GIBSON MR. ERIC KNUFFKE MR. ROBERT BURNETT MRS. DIANE LYNCH 26 Industrial Arts MR. A. PRONSKY- Chairman Photography Club MR. MICHAEL DEANGELIS MR. ARTHUR VITA MR. MARK YOUNG N. DONALD LAMONTAGNE MR. JOHN IRVING- Sound Service Squad Home Economics t Psychologist MS. ROBERTA MANFREDO DR. MORTON WOLITZER Language MR. PAUL ASH- Chairman Student Exchange Program MRS. JOSEPHINE GUBERMAN- Portuguese Club MRS. SARITA KURS- Spanish Club MISS JANE HIGGINS- Chief Advisor of Signet '81 National Honor Society DR. FRANK MECEROD MS. MICHALENA MASTELLONE- SEP Coordinator 28 MR. FRED DINAPOLI- Senior Class Advisor MRS. RENEE NATTER Business MRS. LOUISE PETRAGLIA- Chairperson MRS. MARJORIE INTRATOR- DECA MR. WILLIAM WITT- DECA MRS. SHIRLEY CALLAHAN- FBLA MRS. PEARL BERSON- FBLA EILEEN MORRISON MR. WALLACE KRAVITZ MS. ELIZA FISHER- Signet Business Advisor MRS. BELLE JANKOWITZ MR. JOSEPH JANSEN Physical Education DR. NORMAN E. WHITE- Director MR. FRANK A. CARBOINE-Soccer, Bowling Junior Class Advisor MR. AL WEIDLEIN- Football MS. NEUTRICE RUSH-Girls' Week Girls' Bowling MS. MARY MESSINA- Volleyball MR. ABE SAMUELS- Rifle MR. DAN GUIDO- Frosh Football Wrestling Lacrosse Special Education MR. MARTIN MISHKET MR. EDWARD VILLANI- Softball MR. DAVID MALLE-Cross Country Indoor Track Spring Track 30 Music DR. JOSEPH D. LAROSA- Chairman MR. RONALD BOYKIN- Orchestra MRS. SHIRLEY MUZII- Concert Singers Barberettes Spring Musical MR. STANTON EARNHART- Band Stage Band TV Squad MR. JOHN J. COLLINS- Auaio Visual Squad TV Production Squad MS. ERICA NEMSER- Art Club MR. PHILIP HAJOHN Guidance DR. EDWARD FINN- Director MRS. ADRIENNE KENNEDY MR. NICK DOMOROSKI- Sophomore Class Advisor Nurses MRS. MARJORIE GLUCKSMAN- Freshman Class Advisor MR. VITO MEROLA MRS. FRANCES R. CICINO MRS. FRANCES B. GEARY Librarians MRS. BERNICE LEVY EDNA MALINO Office Staff BACK ROW: MRS. F. HARTY. MRS. J. BAER, MRS. L. BARNOLA. MRS. J. LANGER. MRS. A. BONI. MRS. P. BLAINEY. MRS. M. SANTRY, MRS. R. MARTONE. MRS. M. TRUSCH. MRS. A. HUGGARD. FRONT ROW: MRS. M. STALLONE. MRS. A. LAMANTIA, MISS H. MACKAY. MRS. I. CORBO. MRS. D. ROSSEN. Teacher Aides BACK ROW- MRS L GANGEMELLA, MRS. M. WELDON. MRS. A. CANAVAN, MRS. J. JOSEFSBERG. MRS. P. RAGUSEO. FRONT ROW: MRS. D. MENEZES, MRS. N. COMPOSTI. Custodians T. PUGLIESE. E. MELVEY. J. DEJOSE. R. CORCELLA. C. CORCELLA. J. CASSELLA. P. STUPIA. Cafeteria Workers J. FLYNN. C. MELIA. R. SALVA. M. KENNEDY. M. SCHRAGER. D. DORER. D. MAAS. NOT PICTURED: M. DEMAIO. M. VOSS. B. D ELIA. R. JONES. 34 UNDECC1ASSMEN As freshmen, we were faced with a period of adjust- ment. We began to explore new areas of interest and to combine the knowledge of past years to develop our individual skills. The unfamiliar surroundings of MHS provided us with numerous challenges, and we were able to form many friendships through our various extracurricular activities. In sophomore year, we accepted greater responsibil- ity and became more independent in our decision mak- ing. Appreciating all of the opportunities open to us, we increased our involvement in school life. 40 It was in our junior year that we began to work toward our goals. We listened to the advice of our teachers and guidance counselors as they stressed the importance of academic success. Our underclassmen years thus provided us with a new understanding of ourselves and oth- ers. The memories and friendships we acquired will be cherished for years to come. The deci- sions we made will greatly influence our senior year. 41 € Freshmen The busy schedule of the Freshman Class included a variety of fund-raising activities. The selling of Christmas bells during the holidays and candy later on in the year were evidence of the spirit of the Class of 1984. They also held car washes and key chain sales to increase the class treasury. The Freshmen look forward to three more productive and enjoyable years of high school. Pat Ockovic- President Barry Donohue- Vice-President Beth Benatti- Secretary Diana Sarno- Treasurer Sophomores Fund-raising activities were a major part of the Class of '83's year. The Sopho- more Class increased its treasury by sell- ing flowers at Christmas and Easter. Sev- eral contests involving skilled guessing and luck were also held. Later on in the year, a major highlight was the receiving of class rings. The spirited Sophomores are looking forward to many exciting and fulfilling events in the future. Liz Rainha- President 48 Mr. Domoroski- Advisor Mr. Weston- Advisor Juniors The Class of '82 had a full schedule of activities and fund-raisers during the school year. The selling of flowers on Valentine's Day and surprise treat bags at Halloween helped to brighten the holidays at Mineola. The Juniors also sold class jerseys, doughnuts, and re- freshments at various school func- tions. The profits accumulated from these activities aided in the financing of the Junior-Senior Prom held at the Re- naissance Country Club. The hard- working Juniors look forward to an en- joyable and eventful senior year. Jeanne Lee- President 52 Mrs. Davanzo- Advisor Mr. Carboine- Advisor Valedictorian Success is a personal term, a measure of the satisfaction one gets from doing something well. Probably the greatest satisfaction is that which comes from the knowledge that hard work has paid off. To this, determination is the key; it is apply- ing yourself to something which takes both time and effort and having the strength and the stamina to come back again and again until you've done what you set out to do. It is an accom- plishment peculiarly your own, the fruit of your labor, and it brings self-respect unsurpassed. In my high school experience, I've tried to meet each new challenge with a fresh mind and a strong determination and I would hope that both my class- mates and I make determination, this theme of our yearbook, the theme of our lives. Determination is the tool without which the talents of man lay waste and his potential remains unrea- lized. We, the minds of the future, in these times of growing turmoil, when apathy threatens to paralyze society, must be prepared to work most diligently so that we can make this world productive rather than destructive and will always be able to look with pride upon what we've accomplished. This is the ultimate success, and determination is the path by which we may achieve it. Sharon Kantrowitz Salutatoriam The determination to make the most of the time that we have is, to me, what it’s all about. This school and the people in it have given us many chances to grow. Aside from creating new friendships, we’ve been able to discover and expand our abilities in music, sports, art, theater, business, the languages, mechanics, liberal arts, and so much more. Most importantly, we have been able to CHOOSE and explore our prospective fields of study. Having taken advantage of these opportunities, we can now become whatever we desire, improving the world through our determination to improve ourselves. With this, I wish the BEST TO ALL OF YOU IN THE FUTURE!! Phyllis A. Doig Top 25 BACK ROW: K. Kovel. R. Banno, S. Sulsky. THIRD ROW: K. Thorn- ton, A. D'Amour. A. Macken. SECOND ROW: D. Reymann. P. Doig. FRONT ROW: S. Kantrowitz. NOT PICTURED: J. Ellis. The top 25 members of the graduating class can best be described as talented, diligent, persevering, and noteworthy. Their efforts and determination enabled them to maintain the highest grade point averages throughout their four years at MHS. In addition to their aca- demic achievements, they participated in such activities as SIGNET, the SO, Question Mark, the fine arts, athletics, and countless other organizations. SIGNET ’81 congratulates these fine students and hopes that they will continue to be successful in all their future endeavors. 1. Sharon Kantrowitz 2. Phyllis Doig 3. Douglas Reymann 4. Jeanne Ellis 5. Kathleen Thornton 6. Annmarie D'Amour 7. Anne Macken 8. Katherine Kovel 9. Richard Banno 10. Sandra Sulsky 11. Andrea Odnoha 12. Lisa Coleman 13. Ellen Toritto 14. Jeanne McCarthy 15. Denise Manzolillo 16. Howard Libes 17. Theresa Tuzzolo 18. Carol Paulsen 19. Laura Carlin 20. Jeffrey Arndt 21. Lisa Dries 22. Joseph Odnoha 23. June Kume 24. Kris Kowaleski 25. Louis Manuta BACK ROW: D Manzolillo. J. McCarthy. A. Odnoha. MIDDLE ROW: J. Arndt. C. Paulsen. T. Tuzzolo, H. Libes. J. Odnoha FRONT ROW: L. Manuta. K. Kowaleski. J. Kume. L. Dries NOT PICTURED: L. Carlin. L. Coleman, E. Toritto. 59 Marc Lewandoski - President Time driveth onward fast. Let us recall the teachings of time. Let us realize that although the years will divide us, our aspira- tions and our futures will be guided by the foundation that we built together. Time shall teach thee all things. We have learned to work together in seeking our ideals and our truths. We have created an excelling student body strengthened by the passing of time. I have mentioned at least five times in my various addresses to the class that these are our golden years from which we base our whole lives. Years from now, we will look back and ponder the various incidents and memories of MHS, not to mention all the little sidetracks along the way. Come next September, it will be strange not to see the same faces again. But remember that there will be great times ahead. Whatever you do, it's your freedom of choice. As an elected representative of this class, I would like to wish everyone good times and success. Marc Lewandoski Kathy Kovel- Vice-President Deborah Settele- Secretary 60 Mr. Dinapoli and Mrs. Jewell- Advisors Denise Manzolillo- Treasurer CHRISTINE AIKMAN- While at MHS. Chris was an SO representative for three years and captain of Girls' Week Poster as a freshman. Academically, Mr. Zusselman and Mr. Knuffke proved to be her most interesting teachers, and social studies with Ms. Dick was her most enjoyable class. After school, she held a part-time job. and she spent many of her remaining leisure hours going to the beach, camping, skiing, traveling, and listening to the music of Genesis and Yes. She also had a great time cheering along with her friends at the football games, and she listed this as her most memorable high school experience. Chris' future plans include becoming a nutritionist. ISABEL ALMEIDA- Isabel proved to be a very industrious person during her high school years. She demonstrated this by her work in the Main Office, her in- volvement in the Work Experience Pro- gram, and her part-time job as a cash- ier. During the school day. such classes as English and secretarial practice were her most worthwhile courses, and Mrs. Fishkin and Mr. Castellano were cited as the teachers she ad- mired most. As a senior, she found the time to be a member of the Portuguese Club. Her other free time interests in- cluded listening to music, horseback riding, and dancing. After graduation. Isabel wishes to enter college and to eventually become an airline steward- ess. CHRISTOPHER ANSELMO- Chris en- joyed such spare time activities as camping, fishing, concert going, and listening to the music of Led Zeppelin. A part-time job took up much of his remaining free time. As far as the school day was concerned, he cited English with Mrs. Fishkin and marine science with Mr. Schmitt to be his most enjoyable classes. Mrs. Jewell was one of his most inspiring teachers. He was also involved in the BOCES auto mechanics program. In the future. Chris hopes to go on to college to ma- jor in marine biology. JOHN ALTOONIAN- Sports played an important role in John's high school years. He was a devoted member of the wrestling team, and he served as captain of this squad in his senior year. He was also an annual participant on the football and lacrosse teams. Where the school day was concerned, elec- tronics with Mr. Irving and gym with Mr. Brown were his most enjoyable classes. His spare hours were occupied by camping, watching sports, weight lifting, and holding a part-time job. In the future. John plans to join the Ma- rine Corps or major in the field of elec- tronics in college. KARL ANDERSON- Karl cited math with Mr. Reinhalter and chemistry with Mr. Zusselman to be his most enlight- ening courses of the school day. During his high school years, he participated on the lacrosse team, and he was also a member of the JV football team. In his free time, he enjoyed such pas- times as skiing, camping, and playing paddleball. A part-time job took up many of his remaining free hours. Upon graduation, Karl plans to attend college and possibly enter the field of law enforcement. 62 JEFFREY ARNDT- Jeff was a very ambi- tious member of the Class of '81. His participation in school affairs earned him the distinction of being voted the senior boy Most Likely to Succeed. Academically, his favorite class was chemistry, and Mr. Zusselman and Mrs. Guberman were the teachers he admired most. He was inducted into the National Honor Society as a junior and was vice-president of this organiza- tion as a senior. He also served as an SO representative in his junior year and was this year’s SO Treasurer. Being elected to this office was his most memorable high school experience. Athletically, he played three years of varsity baseball and JV and varsity football, and he was captain of varsity bowling since his sophomore year. He also was an active member of the Min- eola PBC staff. Upon graduating. Jeff wishes to attend the Air Force Acade- my and eventually to become a pilot. JOHN BAKER- Driving, horseback rid- ing. biking, and holding a part-time job were just some of the ways in which John occupied his free time. Other in- terests he pursued included dancing and listening to music. During the school day. he found English with Mr. Romano and social studies with Ms. Borax to be the classes he enjoyed most. He was also involved in the Work Experience Program. In the future. John plans to enter college and later become a police officer. RICHARD BANNO- Rich was involved in many facets of life at MHS. Oxymor- ons. rooks, innings, editing, newspa- pers. talking, activities, logarithms- these were all a part of his high school years. He played second base on both the freshman and JV baseball teams, and his athletic ability was put to fur- ther use in his position as Sports Editor of the Question Mark in junior year. As a senior, he was a member of both Mathletes and the Chess Club, a staff writer for the paper, and an SO repre- sentative. He spent a great deal of his remaining spare time working as the Activities Editor and comedian of Sig- net '81. He carried out his yearbook responsibilities in a sagacious, orderly, loquacious, enthusiastic manner. In whatever free moments he had left, he enjoyed golfing, playing paddleball. watching sports, writing, and listening to music. Academically, his favorite subjects were social studies and math, and Mr. Basiliere and Mr. Zusselman were his most inspiring teachers. At- tendance at college, a masters in busi- ness administration, and entrance into the field of corporate financing are all a part of Rich's hopes for the years to come. ANNA AURIEMMA- Anna contributed a tremendous amount of her time and talent to the Fine Arts Department at MHS. She was a member of Thespians. Drama Club, and Chorus, and she served as secretary of Thespians in ju- nior year. She performed in the spring musicals. Funny Girl and South Pacific, and she also worked on the produc- tions. Night Must Fall, Plaza Suite, Guys and Dolls, and The Butler Did It. Her contributions to the fine arts were recognized by her receipt of an award from the Thespians and the title of Most Dramatic Senior Girl awarded to her by her peers. Being involved in these activities proved to be her most memorable high school experience. She also found the time to be Co-cap- tain of Song in Girls’ Week of her junior year, a JV bowler, and a member of the Young Republicans. Academically. Mr. Wargo and Mr. Reinhalter were her fa- vorite teachers, and drama and English were her most enriching courses. Anna plans to attend college and eventually become a writer. ROBIN BAUGH Robin was a yearly par- ticipant in Girls' Week while she was at MHS. and she cited her involvement in this event to be her most memorable high school experience. She was en- rolled in the Work Experience Program as a senior, and she held a part-time job. During the school day. English and Spanish were her most rewarding classes, and Mrs. Guberman and Mr. Johnson proved to be her best liked teachers. As for her spare time, she found such activities as going to the beach with friends, attending concerts, and listening to the music of the Grate- ful Dead and the Rolling Stones to be very enjoyable. Robin's future years in- clude college and a career in marketing and business. RICHARD BARRY- For the two years that Rich attended MHS. he was a member of both the football and la- crosse teams. Where the school day was concerned, chemistry and math were his favorite courses, and Mr. Johnson and Mr. Cassidy were the teachers he found most interesting. He occupied his free hours with such pas- times as camping, skiing, concert go- ing. and listening to the music of Peter Gabriel. Attendance at college awaits Rich in the future. CRAIG BATES- During his years at MHS. Craig looked forward to his gym and math classes the most, while Mr. Witt and Mr. Storch were teachers he admired. He was a member of the var- sity basketball team, and he said that playing against New Hyde Park was his most memorable high school exper- ience. He was also involved in the Work Experience Program. In his spare time, he enjoyed such leisure activities as camping, fishing, watching sports, and going to concerts. As for the future. Craig hopes to open a business of his own. CATHY BELLIZZI- Many of Cathy’s after school hours were spent playing softball and basketball. She was a member of both the JV and varsity squads throughout her time in high school, and she participated on the field hockey team as a freshman. Play- ing in the semi-finals and becoming Di- vision Champs with the softball team were her most memorable high school experiences. During the school day. she found Mr. Basiliere. Mr. Romano, and Miss Fisher to be her favorite teachers. She was also involved in the Work Experience Program and the In- ternship Program for handicapped people. Her free hours were spent bik- ing. swimming, going to concerts, and listening to the music of Jethro Tull, Jackson Browne, and Yes. Cathy's hopes for the future include majoring in special education in college, working with handicapped people, and continu- ing to play softball. 64 Today's your Brut day! LAURA BERGMAN- Dancing played a major role in Laura’s days at MHS. She was a dedicated member of the Rock- ettes since she was a sophomore, and this year she held the position of co- captain. She danced in many parades, and she cited going to Florida and per- forming at Hofstra to be her most memorable high school experiences. She also participated in Girls' Week in her freshman year, and the musical Guys and Dolls as a junior, and was a member of two out of school swim teams. During the school day. Mrs. Lynch was her favorite teacher. Lau- ra's future plans include attendance at college. MOST ARTISTIC- Bill Turley and Kris Kowaleski MARILYN BORST- Marilyn was one of the more involved students in the Class of '81. She participated in the March- ing. Concert. Stage, and Pep Bands, and the Hofstra Marching Band Festi- val of 1979 will always be thought of as her most memorable high school ex- perience. Her musical talent was also exhibited in the Pit Orchestras for Fun- ny Girl, South Pacific, and Guys and Dolls. In addition to her many instru- mental abilities, she participated in all of the SO Gong and Variety Shows, re- ceived a special award of appreciation from the Rockettes. and was a mem- ber of the Rifle Team. As a junior, she worked as an Underclassmen Editor for the yearbook. Photography Editor of the Question Mark, and Drum Major of the Marching Band. Academically, she enjoyed social studies with Dr. De- mertzis, her favorite teacher. Marilyn, this year’s SO President, plans on at- tending college to major in business ad- ministration. GLENN BERUBE- Glenn had a variety of interests which occupied his spare time. He enjoyed camping, beach go- ing. and listening to the music of the Doors. In his freshman year, he was a member of both the lacrosse and wres- tling teams. A part-time job as a baker took up much of his remaining free time. During the school day. shop with Mr. Miller and English with Mr. Castel- lano were his most worthwhile classes. At present. Glenn's plans for the future are undecided. LYDIA BIAGIOLI- Participating in Girls' Week and creating the poster which tied for first place in sophomore year proved to be Lydia’s most memorable high school experience. Activities such as freshman and JV field hockey and PBC softball were some of the ways in which she spent her spare time. She also enjoyed camping, traveling, read- ing. and listening to the music of Billy Joel. Scholastically. English and biol- ogy were her most rewarding classes. Lydia’s future plans include continuing her education in college. 65 JOHN BOYD- John’s most interesting classes at MHS were social studies and metal shop, while Mr. Napolitano and Mr. Miller were his favorite teachers. Many of his spare time hours were spent playing paddleball. swimming, concert going, and listening to the mu- sic of Styx. Queen. Genesis, and Led Zeppelin. Being captain of both the Mineola Junior Fire Department and the First Aid Squad of the American Red Cross should prove helpful to John as he enters college and works toward a career as a paramedic. EDDISON BRAMBLE- Eddison’s athle- tic abilities were evidenced throughout his years at MHS. A four-year member of the football team, he was captain of the squad as a senior, and he was named an All-Long Island and All-State Football Player. He cited going over 1,000 yards in the 1979 season to be his most memorable high school ex- perience. A devoted track runner for four years, he received the title of All- Long Island in the 200 yard dash. All- County in the long jump event, and was fifth in the state for the 300 yard dash; it’s no wonder he was voted Most Ath- letic Senior Boy by his peers. The SO and the Fine Arts Department also benefited from his participation. He ap- peared in the musicals Funny Girl, South Pacific, and Guys and Dolls. Aside from his involvement in these varied activities, he found the time to do a considerable amount of fund-rais- ing for the Class of ’81. and he was given an award for being the Most School Spirited Sophomore and Junior and Most Versatile Senior Boy. When the school day was concerned, he found Math 10 and English 11 to be his most enjoyable courses. Eddison. who was also our Most Popular Senior Boy. plans to attend college and later to be- come a professional football player. WILLIAM BRANDON- While at MHS. Bill was a two-year member of the Stagers' Union and worked on the set construc- tion for Guys and Dolls. Scholastically, earth science with Mr. Schmitt and bi- ology with Mr. Burnett were his most inspiring classes, while Ms. Guberman proved to be his best liked teacher. His spare hours were spent camping, driv- ing. playing paddleball. and listening to the music of John Denver. C.W. McCall and Waylon Jennings. Bill’s future plans include attendance at college and a ca- reer in the science field. Lisa the red-nosed reindeer? ANDREA BRYK- An SO representative for two years, Andrea cited being an active participant in this group to be her most memorable high school ex- perience. In sophomore year, she was a member of both the softball and bowling teams and was our school’s representative to the March of Dimes. Playing PBC softball, going to the beach, camping, and playing tennis were just some of the ways in which she occupied her after school hours. She also obtained a part-time job through the Work Experience Program. As for the school day. she named Ms. Azrak and Mr. Quagliarello as her favor- ite teachers, while Mr. Basiliere’s social studies and Mrs. Plaia’s English classes were her most interesting ones. Atten- dance at college awaits Andrea in the years to come. 66 DAVID BUCCI- As a junior at MHS, Dave was enrolled in the Work Experience Program. He was also a two-year mem- ber of the Band. Where the school day was concerned, he listed Mr. Johnson and Mr. Napolitano as his most inter- esting teachers, and mechanical draw- ing and social studies were the classes he enjoyed the most. In his free hours, he liked boating, camping, fishing, and listening to the music of Stepenwolf and Genesis. As for the future. Dave hopes to manage his own business. KATHY BURNS- Most of Kathy’s time at MHS was devoted to sports. She was a four-year participant on both the bas- ketball and softball teams. She was also a member of the Girls' Week bas- ketball team, and she cited defeating the Class of '79 in sophomore year to be her most memorable high school experience. The track team also bene- fited from her involvement in sopho- more year, and she joined the field hockey and volleyball teams as a ju- nior. She further displayed her athletic talents by playing PBC softball in a summer league. Where the school day was concerned, earth science and biol- ogy were her most worthwhile courses, and Mr. Schmitt and Mr. Burnett were considered to be her favorite teachers. In her spare time, she enjoyed camp- ing. biking, and listening to the music of the Rolling Stones and Neil Young. She also found time to hold a part-time job as a salesperson. In the years to come. Kathy plans to join the United States Air Force. LAURA BUCCINO- Laura was enrolled in the cosmetology program at BOCES for two and a half years, and she found this course to be her favorite one while she was in high school. The teachers whose classes she enjoyed the most were Mr. Romano and Ms. Rubinstein. In her after school hours, biking, horse- back riding, swimming, and listening to songs by the Charlie Daniels Band were just a few of her hobbies. After gradu- ation. Laura plans to continue working on a full-time basis. MARYANN BUTTINO- A member of the Band for two years, Maryann will re- member the experiences she had with the Band in Florida and Band Camp as her fondest memories of MHS. Aca- demically. she found biology to be her favorite course, and she listed Mrs. Lynch and Ms. Guberman as her best liked teachers. A part-time job took up many of her spare hours, but she also enjoyed going to the beach, traveling, being with her friends, and listening to the music of the Grateful Dead. Mar- yann’s future plans include attendance at college. CINDY BUROLA- Cindy enjoyed playing backgammon, camping, and listening to the music of Billy Joel in her spare time. She was also a member of the Work Experience Program, and she worked part-time at a nursery school. As for academics, social studies and mathematics were her most rewarding courses, and Mr. Ash proved to be her best liked teacher. In future years. Cin- dy hopes to work with young children and eventually to open a day-care cen- ter. 67 SUE CANAVAN- Sue contributed to Mineola as a representative of the SO throughout her four years. Besides her involvement with the student govern- ment. she played field hockey as a freshman. Some of her other interests included beach going, skiing, listening to music, and meeting people. The classes she liked the most were English and Deca II; her favorite teachers were Mrs. Guberman and Mr. Romano. After school, she held a part-time job in a medical office. In the future. Sue plans to work in the field of early childhood education. BRUCE CADOVIUS- Bruce participated in a wide range of activities during his spare time. When not working at his part-time job. he enjoyed camping, concert going, and hiking. Some of his other interests included traveling, driv- ing, and listening to the music of Neil Young, Jimi Hendrix, and The Doors. As far as the school day was concerned, he found English with Mr. Castellano to be his favorite class. Bruce plans to go to college to study oceanography and marine biology. LAURA CALLAROTA- Laura was often seen mopedding to the softball fields during the summer to play second base for her PBC team. Other ways she spent her leisure time included photog- raphy. bowling, and biking. During her years at MHS, her most rewarding sub- jects were social studies with Mrs. Sig- norelli and English with Mr. Napolitano. Cooking for her Spanish class was one of her more memorable high school experiences. Laura also kept her schedule busy with the Business Work Experience Program. In the future, she plans to become a secretary. ELENA CAIOLA- Elena was a member of FBLA and an active participant in many fund-raising activities. Being in the Girls' Week competition proved to be the highlight of her years in high school. During the school day, short- hand and English were her most enjoy- able classes. She named Mrs. Guber- man and Ms. Dick as her favorite teachers. Elena is now working part- time in a law office, an experience which should help her in her future po- sition as a para-legal assistant. PAUL CANIS- During the school day. Ms. Nemser and Mr. Schmitt were Paul's favorite teachers. His after school interests included camping, go- ing to concerts, and listening to the music of the Grateful Dead. He also enjoyed playing the guitar in a local band and occasionally jamming with classmates in his music theory class. As for the future, Paul hopes to be a musician or a music writer. 68 NICEST SMILES- Jimmy Lignos and Missy Rufo LAURA CARLIN- Laura was one of the livelier MHS Cheerleaders. She was a member of Girls' Week Cheering and performed on both JV and varsity Cheering Squads. All of these exper- iences will always remain among her fondest high school memories. During the school day, she found chemistry with Mr. Zusselman and math with Mr. Q. and Mr. Tomic to be her most inter- esting courses. In her spare time, she enjoyed swimming, giving diving les- sons, and working as a lifeguard at the community pool. Gymnastics, biking, beach going, and collecting the little frogs for which she is famous were some of her other pastimes. Her unique activities allowed her to be vot- ed Most Individualistic Senior Girl by her peers. Laura plans to study engi- neering in college. FATIMA CARVALHO- One of the more caring individuals of the Class of ‘81, Fatima was a tremendous help to the SO. She did fund-raising for this group and kept her classmates well informed while serving as an SO representative in her junior year. She also received a special award of appreciation from the student government. She found the ad- ditional time to participate in Girls’ Week, varsity Cheering in her junior year, and the Question Mark as Co- Feature Editor this year. Placing sec- ond on Long Island in the cheering fin- als and meeting many special people in her junior year were her most memo- rable high school experiences. Aca- demically, math with Mr. Ehrling and chemistry with Mr. Zusselman were her favorite classes. The field of nurs- ing awaits Fatima in the future. GLENN CARBONI- Glenn was a mem- ber of the wrestling team for two years and the football team as a senior. Aca- demically, math with Mr. Poole and English with Mr. Romano were his fa- vorite classes. He also attended BOCES for courses in auto mechanics. In his after school hours, he enjoyed beach going, camping, driving, and lis- tening to the music of the Doors. At present. Glenn’s plans for the future are undecided. PATRICK CARROLL- Pat displayed a great interest in photography while at- tending high school. He took up this hobby both at MHS with Mr. Pronsky and in BOCES. and he found these courses to be among his favorites. Concert going and listening to the mu- sic of the Grateful Dead and Frank Zappa were some of his other pas- times. During the school day. his favor- ite teachers were Mr. Romano and Ms. Azrak. and social studies with Mr. Storch was another of his worthwhile subjects. His most memorable high school experience proved to be his par- ticipation in the 1978 Variety Show. As of now. Pat’s plans for the future are uncertain. NICOLETTE CASSIOTIS- Nicolette’s after school hours were occupied by a variety of activities. When not working at her part-time jot she found camp- ing, horseback riding, dancing, and go- ing to the beach to be very pleasurable. As a freshman, she was an SO repre- sentative and a participant in Girls' Week, and in her senior year, she was a member of DECA. Where her studies were concerned, biology with Mrs. Lynch and English with Mr. Castellano were considered to be her most worth- while courses. Nicolette’s hopes for the future include attendance at col- lege where she plans to major in nurs- ing. LORI CATON- As a sophomore. Lori was enrolled in the cosmetology course at BOCES. and she found this class to be her most interesting one. She also listed Mr. Romano and Mrs. Fishkin as her favorite teachers. When she was not working at a part-time job obtained through the Work Experience Program, such extracuricular activities as the SO and Girls’ Week, of which she was Captain of Dance in freshman year, benefited from her participation. In her leisure time, she enjoyed meet- ing new people, dancing, going to the beach and listening to the music of Genesis. After graduation. Lori plans to go to college to study secretarial skills. ISABEL CASTELA- The Portuguese and Spanish Clubs benefited from Isabel’s dedicated involvement throughout her high school years. She was president of the Spanish Club as both a sopho- more and junior, and this year she held the presidency of the Portuguese Club. Girls' Week was another activity to which she belonged, and it was an event which will always remain among her fondest memories of MHS. She also was active in many fund-raisers in the community and worked at a part- time job. Dancing, beach going, and traveling were among her other pas- times. Academically. Mr. Napolitano and Mr. Reinhalter were her favorite teachers, and French with Ms. Salem- son was her most enhancing course. As for the future. Isabel plans to go to college to major in languages and to travel. I really don't know what he’s talking about. WILLIAM CATANIA- In his years at MHS. Bill was on the JV basketball team for two seasons, and he played baseball on both the JV and varsity lev- els for four years. The Drama Depart- ment also benefited from his involve- ment in such productions as Plaza Suite and Fiddler on the Roof. His re- maining spare hours were occupied by such activities as swimming, playing frisbee. singing, going to concerts, watching the sunrise, and listening to the music of Genesis. Pink Floyd and Peter Hammill. He also held a part- time job as a lifeguard. Academically. Ms. Borax and Mr. Burnett proved to be his favorite teachers, while social studies and electronics were his most enjoyable classes. A profession as a meteorologist awaits Bill in the years to come. ANDREW CONNELLY- Andrew's leisure hours were occupied with a variety of activities. These included camping, bik- ing, drawing, and listening to the music of Pink Floyd. He also found the time to play freshman football and to hold a part-time job. During the school day, Mrs. Lynch and Mr. Dinapoli made the greatest impressions on him, while art with Ms. Nemser proved to be his fa- vorite class. Upon graduation, Andrew plans to attend trade school for air- craft engineering. PAT COLLINS- As a freshman and ju- nior, Pat worked as an assistant in the school Nurse’s Office. In appreciation for her service here, she was awarded a Nurse’s Aide Certificate. As far as the school day was concerned, her most inspiring teachers were Mrs. Fishkin and Ms. Borax, and English was her most enjoyable subject. Many of her after school hours were spent working, but she also found the time for such activities as movie and concert going, driving, bowling, swimming, and travel- ing. In the future. Pat hopes to become a registered nurse. JOHN CONKLIN- Work in the SEP Pro- gram occupied many of John’s free hours during his freshman and sopho- more years at MHS. Beach going, driv- ing, swimming, and listening to music were some leisure time activities which he greatly enjoyed. As far as the school day was concened. he found his social studies class to be his favorite, and Mr. Castellano and Ms. Azrak were the teachers he admired the most. In the years to come. John plans to attend college. LISA COLEMAN- The Band played an important role in Lisa’s high school days. She was a dedicated member of the Concert, Stage, and Marching Bands, and she held the position of drum majorette as a sophomore. Her most memorable high school exper- iences included the Band’s trip to Flor- ida and all of the Hofstra Marching Band Festivals. She was also an asset to the Chorus and the field hockey team. She appeared in the spring pro- ductions of Funny Girl and South Pa- cific, as well as the SO Variety Show. Academically, she was inducted into the National Honor Society as a junior and was presented with a bronze med- al in the Long Island Math Fair. Her favorite teachers were Mr. Earnhart and Mr. Johnson, and math and sci- ence proved to be her best liked classes. Out of school, she found the time to hold several part-time jobs, play PBC softball, and volunteer as a candy striper at Nassau Hospital. Lisa's future aspirations include studying math and science in college. MARGARET COLUCCI- During the school day, Mr. Castellano and Mr. Pronsky were Margaret's most inter- esting teachers, and she enjoyed Eng- lish with Mrs. Migdol and biology with Mrs. Lynch the most. Involvement in extracurricular activities occupied many of her free hours. These included being a member of the Cheering Squad for three years, participating in Girls’ Week, and serving as an SO represen- tative. She also took part in the DECA program as a junior. Outside of school, she found such pastimes as beach go- ing, drawing, swimming, and listening to the music of The Who. the Doors, and Led Zeppelin to be pleasant ways to spend her remaining time. Her BOCES dental assistant course should prove beneficial to Margaret since she plans to go to college to become a den- tal hygienist. DIANE CONNOR- Diane was a popular member of the Rockettes throughout her years at MHS, and she was co-cap- tain of this group as a senior. She cited going to Band Camp to be her most memorable high school experience. She was also a participant of Girls' Week for four years. Her lively person- ality and friendly smile allowed her to be voted Class Flirt by her peers. Dur- ing school hours, biology with Mr. Bur- nett and English with Mrs. Reinig were her favorite classes. Diane's future plans include traveling and pursuing a business career after college. DOREEN CORMACK- Doreen’s most memorable experiences at MHS were going to the prom and participating in Girls' Week during her sophomore year. Her favorite classes of the school day proved to be biology with Mrs. Lynch and driver ed with Mr. Pronsky. Her after school time was spent in a variety of ways which included going to concerts, horseback riding, swimming, skiing, and playing backgammon. Dor- een's plans for the future are undecid- ed at the present time. JEFF CORRIGAN- Jeff, a well-liked member of our class, devoted many hours of his high school career to ath- letics. As a freshman, he played both baseball and basketball. His sopho- more year found him again on the baseball diamond for the first of his three seasons on the varsity team. His most memorable high school exper- iences included the baseball team's playoffs during the 1980 season and playing varsity football as a senior. Aca- demically. he found Mrs. Hecht’s social studies class most enjoyable, and Ms. Azrak and Mrs. Lynch were his favorite teachers. In sophomore year, he was involved with journalism and was a member of the Question Mark staff. After high school. Jeff plans to attend college to seek a career in law enforce- ment. KATHLEEN CORKETT- Camping, swim- ming, playing backgammon, and listen- ing to the music of the Doors and The Who were some of the ways Kathleen spent her leisure time. Being with her friends and meeting new people will al- ways remain among her fondest memories of MHS. When the school day was concerned, social studies with Mr. Storch and English with Mrs. Fish- kin were her most worthwhile classes. Attendance at BOCES for cosmetology should prove to be beneficial to Kath- leen since she wishes to pursue a ca- reer in this field. JOE COSTA- Joe added a great deal of talent to Mineola’s soccer team. A member of both the JV and varsity squads, he served as co-captain in his senior year. Playing in the 1979 semi- finals of the playoffs at Hofstra Stadi- um was his most memorable high school experience. In his spare time, he worked, played soccer, and was a member of a Portuguese folk dance group. During school, he was a partici- pant in the Work Experience Program, and he found social studies and English with both Mrs. Fishkin and Mr. Castel- lano to be his favorite classes. In the future. Joe plans to attend college and become a professional soccer player. WAYNE COUGHTRY- Wayne’s most memorable experience at MHS was playing the role of Mr. Renaldi in the musical Funny Girl. During his fresh- man year, he was a member of the JV soccer team. A year later, he played JV baseball and held the office of Sopho- more Class Vice-President. His most in- teresting classes included mechanical drawing and biology, and the teachers he liked the most were Mrs. Azrak and Mr. Zusselman. Guitar playing was one of his favorite pastimes, and the groups he enjoyed included The Who and Genesis. After graduation. Wayne plans to go to college, travel, and meet people. KENNETH COX- Participation in many activities was an important part of Ken- ny’s high school years. He was a dedi- cated member of the football team, winter and spring track, and Concert and Marching Bands for four years. His leadership was evidenced in his posi- tions of Freshman and Sophomore Class President and President of the SO in junior year. It’s not surprising that he was voted our Most School Spirited and Friendliest Senior Boy. His trip to Florida with the Band and win- ning his last football game as a junior were named as his most memorable high school experiences. Academically, English was his favorite class, and Mr. Napolitano and Dr. Demertzis were his most inspiring teachers. Attendance at college awaits Kenny in September. I DEIDRE COX- Deidre greatly enjoys the outdoor life. She took part in such ac- tivities as beach going, biking, camp- ing. ice skating, and traveling. During the school day she looked forward to her English and science courses the most. Mr. Castellano. Mr. Weston, and Mr. Pronsky were her most inspiring teachers. One of her most memorable high school experiences was receiving her school ring. After graduation. Dei- dre is interested in becoming a key punch operator. ALICIA CRIMMINS- Dancing was a highlight of Alicia’s days at MHS. She performed in the musical South Pacific and was a member of the Rockettes during her junior and senior years. Her hobbies outside of school included horseback riding, swimming, camping, ice skating, and going to concerts. As for her future. Alicia will attend college in order to become a teacher of special education for preschoolers who have speaking and hearing difficulties. She also plans to work with the campaign to preserve wildlife in the United States. MYNOR CRUZ- While he attended Min- eola, Mynor obtained an after school job through the Work Experience Pro- gram. In his spare hours, some activi- ties in which he participated were bowling, fishing, playing tennis, and lis- tening to country music. He was also a member of a town soccer team. As far as the school day was concerned, math. English, and French were his most worthwhile classes, and Mr. Witt and Mrs. Natter proved to be his most admired teachers. Becoming an ac- countant is included in Mynor's plans for the years to come. ELIZABETH CUNNINGHAM- Liz s busi- ness skills were put to good use during her high school years both in her part- time office job and in her position as DECA secretary. She took part in the Distributive Education I and II pro- grams at BOCES. and Ms. Morgan and Mr. Romano ranked among the teach- ers she liked best. Some of her after school interests included driving, boat- ing. and skiing. Horseback riding, swim- ming. and listening to the music of Gen- esis and the Rolling Stones were other pastimes she found enjoyable. Liz’s fu- ture plans include working and travel- ing. JANICE CUNNEELY- Much of Janice’s free time was spent working for the activities of the Fine Arts Department. In her junior year, she aided in the musical production of Guys and Dolls, and she was a member of the Band color guard as a senior. She also found reading, biking, movie going, and listen- ing to music to be enjoyable pastimes. During the school day, she cited drama as her most inspiring class, and Mr. Wargo and Mrs. Lynch as her favorite teachers. As for the years to come. Janice plans to attend college. ELIZABETH DABROWSKI- A newcomer to our school. Elizabeth entered Mineo- la in her junior year. During the school day. Mrs. Natter and Ms. Fisher were her most interesting teachers, and so- cial studies and math were the classes which she found most pleasurable. She also was enrolled in the BOCES pro- gram. Her spare time was taken up by such activities as reading and listening to music. After graduation. Elizabeth hopes to enter college. 74 LAURA DANNA- Involvement in the BOCES Large Animal Care course took up much of Laura’s time. She had a great interest in horses, and she held a part-time job at a racetrack. During her free time, she enjoyed bike riding, play- ing paddleball. camping, horseback rid- ing. and listening to the music of the Outlaws and the Doors. As far as her studies were concerned, biology with Mrs. Lynch proved to be her most re- warding class. Laura's future plans in- clude attendance at college and possi- bly a career as a horse trainer. JOSEPH DATORRE- During the school day. Social Studies 11 and biology were the classes Joe looked forward to the most, and Mr. Burnett and Mrs. Lynch were the teachers who made the greatest impression upon him. In his spare time, such activities as beach and movie going, watching sports, and listening to the music of Queen occu- pied his leisure hours. Upon gradu- ation, Joe plans to attend college and to tavel. ANNMARIE D’AMOUR- When not work- ing at her part-time jobs as a secretary for the Mineola Teachers Association or a waitress. Annmarie enjoyed such spare time activities as traveling, read- ing. and going to the beach. During senior year, she participated in many of the fund-raisers for our class. As far as the school day was concerned, me- chanical drawing and biology were her most enjoyable courses, and Mr. La- montagne and Mr. Burnett were her favorite teachers. In the future. Ann- marie intends to go to college where she plans to achieve a degree in archi- tecture. ANNEMARIE DASILVA- Ann s specialty at MHS was her involvement in busi- ness activities. She worked in the Busi- ness Department, and one of her favor- ite classes was office practice. After school, her time was devoted to a part- time job in the accounting department of a nearby company. She was a con- scientious member of the Portuguese Club for four years, and she also dis- played great spirit and enthusiasm dur- ing Girls' Week. She found the latter event to be her most memorable high school experience. Taking part in the internship program for special educa- tion should prove helpful to Ann in the future since she plans to attend college to study to be a special education teacher. LAURIE DEFLORIO- During her years at MHS. Laurie was a member of the SO. and she said that working with this group was her most memorable high school experience. Academically, she found English and ceramics to be her most worthwhile courses, while Ms. Az- rak and Mr. Castellano were her favor- ite teachers. Her after school hours were occupied with dancing, jogging, watching TV. and listening to the music of Genesis and the Doors. In the years to come. Laurie will either attend col- lege or step into the working world. JOSETTE DELGADO- Josette was a member of the Cheerleading Squad in her sophomore and senior years and a participant in Girls' Week as a fresh- man. She was also involved in the Work Experience Program. Her other inter- ests included dancing, traveling, and listening to the music of Genesis and Peter Gabriel. While in school, she en- joyed her social studies and English classes with both Mrs. Fishkin and Ms. Morgan. After attendance at college. Josette hopes to enter the field of fash- ion merchandising. AURORA DEMARCO- Aurora was a spir- ited. four year member of Girls’ Week, and she listed being Song Captain of this event in her sophomore year as her most memorable high school ex- perience. She was also a devoted SO representative for three years, and she did a great deal of secretarial work in the various offices of MHS. During the school day. her favorite classes includ- ed health with Mr. Herman and psy- chology with Mr. Knuffke. In her free time, she liked going to the beach, driv- ing. and listening to music. After gradu- ation. Aurora will attend college and pursue her interest in psychology. DELMINA DESOUSA- Holding a part- time job as a secretary in a lawyer’s office took up much of Delmina’s after school time. When she was not at work, she spent some of her free mo- ments biking, drawing, reading, and watching TV. During the school day. English with Mrs. Fishkin and social studies with Mr. Storch were her most inspiring courses. As a freshman, she was a member of the Spanish Club. She will always remember Spirit Week in her junior year as her most memora- ble high school experience. Delmina’s future plans include entering the Ma- rine Corps. 76 LISA DELUCA- A variety of interests oc- cupied many of Lisa's after school hours. Her favorite pastimes included skating, dancing and listening to all types of music. She also held a part- time job as a bookkeeper and cashier in a supermarket. She will always re- member English with Mr. Romano and Italian with Mr. Dinapoli as her favorite and most rewarding classes of the school day. At the present time. Lisa does not have any definite plans for the years to come. GORDON DEMARCO- During his years at MHS. Gordon found the classes taught by Ms. Azrak and Mr. Dinapoli to be his most enjoyable ones. As a fresh- man. he participated in JV soccer, and he played JV lacrosse in his junior year. His after school hours were occuped by camping, movie going, listening to the music of Peter Gabriel and Genesis, and working at a part-time job. As of now, Gordon’s plans for the future are undecided. NORMA DIAZ- Tati found water sports, particularly surfing and swimming, to be high on her list of spare time activi- ties. Playing paddleball. horseback rid- ing. and dancing were some of her oth- er pastimes. Taking part in Girls' Week proved to be her fondest memory of her years in high school. Academically, she enjoyed social studies with Mr. Johnson, home economics with Mrs. Manfredo. and her classes with Mrs. Natter. Tati plans to enter the field of public relations in the future. LEIGHTON DICKENSON- Working backstage for the 1980 spring musical. Guys and Dolls, and meeting new peo- ple were Leighton’s most memorable high school experiences. During the school day. stagecraft with Mr. Wargo and Mrs. Plaia and earth science taught by Mr. Schmitt were his most worthwhile classes. Going to Queen concerts and listening to the music of Styx and The Cars were some of his favorite ways to spend time. He also worked at a part-time job and held the office of secretary of the Mineola Ju- nior Fire Department. Leighton plans to attend college to major in the earth sciences. BEST LOOKING- Pete Mihalitsianos and Roe Persico LUCIO DICIERO- One of Lucio's main activities at MHS was his four years of work in the SEP Office. He considered Ms. Borax and Mr. Castellano to be his most inspiring teachers of the school day. A great deal of his free time was spent working at the Mineola Youth Center. He also enjoyed camping, play- ing paddleball. and concert going. Lu- cio's future plans include traveling and pursuing a career in the field of music. MATTHEW DIMAKOS- Watching the sunrise, going to the beach, and listen- ing to the music of Pink Floyd. Genesis and King Crimson were some ways in which Matt, our Most Individualistic Senior Boy. spent his out of school hours. A very talented athlete, he par- ticipated on the baseball, football, bas- ketball and soccer teams throughout his years at MHS. His academic inter- ests included social studies and art. while Mr. Knuffke and Mr. Zusselman were his favorite teachers. As of now. Matt's future plans are unknown. ELIZABETH DIRR- Liz's schedule was a busy one during her high school years. She listed English and office practice as her favorite classes, and Mrs. Lynch and Mr. Johnson were the teachers she found most interesting. Being in- volved in the Work Experience Pro- gram enabled her to obtain a job as a secretary. She also found the time to participate in Girls’ Week, and she cited this event as her most memorable high school experience. In her spare hours, she listened to music, went to the beach and parties, and enjoyed being with her friends. As for the future, Liz plans to attend college for further study in the business field. MATTHEW DONATO- A variety of ac- tivities occupied Matt in his spare hours. Working with cars, listening to music, biking, jogging, and weight lift- ing were among his interests. He also enjoyed watching such sports as base- ball, soccer, and tennis, and he was a member of the lacrosse, intramural hockey and cross country teams. When the school day was concerned, auto mechanics at BOCES and me- chanical drawing were his favorite courses, and Mr. Basiliere and Mr. Storch were the teachers he liked the most. After graduation. Matt hopes to major in automotive technology in col- lege and to attend engineering school. Care to dance? PHYLLIS DOIG- Countless facets of life at MHS benefited from Phyllis’ incredi- ble energy and involvement. Athletical- ly. she participated on such teams as volleyball, basketball, badminton, bowling, and softball. She was also an active member of the Spanish Club, of which she was president as a senior, Mathletes, the Question Mark, the SO, the National Honor Society, and the yearbook staff. Many of her other in- terests centered around music. This was evidenced by her membership in the Stage, Marching, and Concert Bands, the Orchestra, the Chorus, and the Barbarettes. Her most memorable high school experiences were all of these fine arts related events. She found the additional spare time to take part in the International Youth Service Correspondences. Scholastically, she was our Salutatorian, and she cited So- cial Studies 11 and Spanish to be her most enriching courses, while Mr. Cas- sidy, Mrs. Muzii, and Mr. Reinhalter were the teachers whom she admired the most. Phyllis hopes to work in the field of architecture or the graphic arts after her attendance at college. CHRISTINE DONATELLI- Christine dis- played her spirit and enthusiasm by be- ing a dedicated Cheerleader and Girls’ Week participant for three years, and she cited placing second in the Long Island Cheering Competition as her most memorable high school exper- ience. She was also an SO representa- tive in her freshman year, and she ap- peared in the musical Fiddler on the Roof as a senior. During school hours, she found Ms. Rubinstein and Mr. Her- man to be her favorite teachers, and health and Social Studies 10 were her most interesting classes. Ice skating, playing PBC softball, and being a mem- ber of the Mineola Swim Team were some of the activities which occupied her free time. Christine plans to major in special education and psychology at college in the years to come. 78 BRIAN DREXLER- Playing varsity foot- ball and being a member of the Art Club were some enjoyable aspects of Brian’s senior year at MHS. Boating, camping, fishing, and hiking were other after school activities which he found pleasurable. He also listed traveling, watching sports, and weight-lifting among his pastimes. As for the school day. he looked forward to his science and social studies classes, and Mr. Zus- selman and Ms. Borax were the teach- ers he admired the most. Attendance at college awaits Brian in the years to come. GEORGE DURHAM- Where the school day was concerned. George found Mr. Irving and Mr. Reinhalter to be his most interesting teachers. Math 9 and elec- tronics were his favorite courses, while Ms. Dick's social studies class was his most memorable high school exper- ience. His free time was spent going to the beach, boating, hiking, and listen- ing to the music of Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Charlie Daniels Band. He was also an active participant in the Mineola Ju- nior Fire Department. In future years, George will be a welcome addition to the college campus where he plans to major in electronics or science. LISA DRIES- Lisa’s most memorable high school experience was attending Mr. Reinhalter's math class. She cited him. along with Mr. Gibson. Ms. Guber- man. and Mr. Romano as her most en- lightening teachers. In her after school hours, she could be found working at a part-time job or participating in one of her many leisure time activities. These included playing the guitar, driving, tak- ing care of her animals, and listening to the music of Led Zeppelin, the Charlie Daniels Band, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Her athletic talents were evidenced by her participation on the JV and varsity bas- ketball and softball teams throughout high school. Upon graduation, Lisa plans to go to college to pursue a ca- reer in marine biology. MARGARET DUFFY- Peggy was one of the more spirited members of our class. Being Co-captain of Girls’ Week for three years, she cited placing sec- ond in this event as a sophomore, as well as cheering at football games to be her most memorable high school ex- periences. She was also a three year SO representative, and she earned an SO Appreciation Award as a junior. Dur- ing the school day. she considered Mr. Herman and Dr. Demertzis to be her favorite teachers, while English with Mrs. Fishkin was her most enjoyable class. Her after school hours were spent going to the beach, horsebrjck riding, camping, and skiing. Peggy's en- rollment in the Internship Program should prove beneficial to her since her hopes for the future include becoming a special education teacher. MAUREEN DYROFF- A number of ac- tivities benefited from Maureen’s in- volvement during her high school years. She was a dancer in Guys and Dolls, and she was a member of the chorus of Funny Girl and South Pacif- ic. She also took part in the Children’s Theater, Chorus. Girls' Week, and the SO Almost Anything Goes perfor- mance. During the school day. drama with Mr. Wargo and business courses with Mrs. Callahan were her most plea- surable classes. In the years ahead. Maureen hopes to attend college for a degree in business management. JEANNE ELLIS- Jeanne was a great as- set to both the Language and Music Departments at MHS. An excellent lin- guist, she speaks French, German, Ital- ian. Portuguese, and Spanish fluently. She was also a first place winner of a Spanish Poetry Contest at Hofstra. Her involvement in the International Ex- change Programs enabled her to host foreign students in her home, as well as to travel to Brazil. Costa Rica, and Chile. As far as the fine arts were con- cerned. she was a participant in the Concert Band, Flag Squad, Orchestra, All County Chorus, and the Barbar- ettes. Added to her numerous list of activities was her membership in the Spanish and Portuguese Clubs, the Mathletes. and the National Honor So- ciety as a junior. Her most memorable experiences included visiting other na- tions and attending school there. Aca- demically. all her language classes were her favorites, particularly when they were taught by Dr. Mecerod and Ms. Shkolnick. In the future, Jeanne hopes to become a bilingual teacher or work in the field of international rela- tions. JOLANTA FALICKA- In her after school hours, Jolanta could be found enjoying the outdoors. She participated in such activities as camping, beach going, horseback riding, and picnicking. She also enjoyed listening to the music of The Cars, Yes. Genesis, and Led Zeppe- lin. In school, she took an interest in the Language Department as a mem- ber of the German Club with Dr. Me- cerod who was listed along with Mrs. Lynch as her favorite teacher. She pointed out that going on the United Nations field trip with Mr. Storch’s so- cial studies class was her most memo- rable experience at MHS. Jolanta plans to major in foreign languages in college and eventually to work at the United Nations. TONI ENCIZO- Toni’s most memorable high school experience was a field trip to Ellis Island, and her favorite classes of the school day included the social studies courses of both Ms. Rubenstein and Ms. Borax. In her after school hours, she kept busy with such activi- ties as horseback riding, camping, ski- ing. boating, beach going, listening to music, and playing backgammon. She also participated in the Work Exper- ience Program and held a part-time job. After graduation, Toni plans to at- tend college and travel. JACK FAULKNER- In Jack’s freshman and sophomore years, he was a mem- ber of the MHS Band. His spare time was spent with such activities as camp- ing. fishing, hiking, and listening to the music of the Grateful Dead and Neil Young. He will always remember Mrs. Fishkin and Mr. Napolitano as his most interesting teachers and English as his most rewarding class. Holding a part- time job as an auto mechanic and at- tending the BOCES auto mechanics program should prove beneficial to Jack since he plans to continue in this field after graduation. 80 What term paper? JAMES FAZIO- Electronics played a major role in Jimmy’s life at MHS. En- rolled in Mr. Irving’s electronics class for three years, he listed this as his most memorable high school exper- ience. He also found chemistry with Mr. Zusselman to be one of his more exhilarating courses. After school, his favorite pastimes were motorcycling, driving, concert going, and listening to music of Van Halen. Pink Floyd, and Black Sabbath. Jimmy's hopes for the future include becoming an electronics engineer. ELAINE FENICK- A variety of interests occupied Elaine’s after school hours. She enjoyed beach going, camping, ski- ing, and traveling. Listening to the mu- sic of Peter Gabriel, The Marshall Tucker Band, and Lynyrd Skynyrd was also among her spare time activities. During the school day. she found biol- ogy with Mrs. Lynch and English with Mr. Romano to be her most inspiring courses. She also went to BOCES for commercial photography, held a part- time job. and was a member of Girls’ Week as a freshman. Attendance at college awaits Elaine in the future. PERRY FELLMAN- Perry devoted much of his time to the Mineola Stagers. He was a spokesperson for this group in his junior year and secretary-treasurer as a senior. His most memorable high school experience was the building of the sets for the 1979-80 spring musi- cals. As far as the school day was con- cerned. he named stagecraft with Mr. Wargo and English with Mrs. Fishkin to be his most worthwhile courses. In his leisure time, he could be found biking, fishing, traveling, concert going, and listening to the music of Dixie Dreggs and Steve Miller. Perry’s future plans include furthering his career in theater lighting, design, and operation. MARIA FERNANDES- Many of Maria’s extracurricular activities were lan- guage-oriented. She was an enthusias- tic member of the Spanish Club, and she was a competitor in a Spanish Po- etry Contest at Hofstra. She also be- longed to the Portuguese Club and served as secretary for this group in her junior year. Where the school day was concerned, she cited Mr. Rein- halter and Mrs. Guberman as her favor- ite teachers, and social studies and math were her most rewarding classes. Although she spent many of her after school hours working in a bakery, she still found time for biking, dancing, and movie going. In the future, Maria plans to attend college for engineering and to travel to Europe. 81 CELESTE FERREIRA- Mr. Storch and Mr. Romano were tops on Esty's list of favorite teachers. She also took part in the Distributive Education I and II pro- grams. In her spare time, her main in- terests were beach and concert going, singing, and traveling. Playing the gui- tar for a Business Survey commercial will long be remembered as her most memorable high school experience. Her liking for the music of the Beatles and Neil Young may have influenced Esty’s choice for the future. She plans to move to the country and put togeth- er a band. SHAWN FITZPATRICK- Science proved to be one of Shawn's most interesting classes. He listed IPS with Mr. Burnett and chemistry with Mr. Cassidy as his best liked courses. His spare hours were occupied with drawing, hiking, and camping. He also enjoyed listening to the music of Queen. Pink Floyd, and Jethro Tull. On the weekends he held a landscaping job and in the summer, he was a member of the Mineola swim team. Shawn's plans for the future in- clude traveling and possibly entering college for electrical engineering. JACQUELINE FIERRO- Even though many of Jackie's after school hours were spent working at a part-time job. she still found time to participate in various other activities. These included the Work Experience Program with Mr. Jansen and Girls' Week, her most memorable experience. Other pas- times she found pleasurable were the- atre. concert and beach going, along with listening to the music of The Grateful Dead. The Marshall Tucker Band, and Bruce Springsteen. Ms. Az- rak and Mr. Schmitt were her favorite teachers, and she especially enjoyed the classes of earth science and Eng- lish. Jackie will attend college upon graduating. STEVEN FINK- Steven was a very in- volved student, both in and out of school. He played the alto sax in Marching. Concert, and Stage Bands, was a tenor with the Concert Singers, and cited his role in the musical Funny Girl as one of his most memorable ex- periences. His favorite classes were ge- ometry and all of his science courses; Mr. Spade, Mr. Earnhart, and Mr. Schmitt were among his most liked teachers. After school, he was involved in many different activities, including the Spanish Club. Chess Club, of which he was president during the 1979-80 season. Long Island Mineral Club, and his synagogue’s choir. An excellent sa- lesperson. he was involved in the March of Dimes Walkathon, Cystic Fi- brosis Bike-a-thon. and the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation Bike-a-thon. In the future. Steven will go to college to study the physical sciences. 82 Mom. about the car ... MARIANNE FOGARTY- Marianne spent some of her leisure time listening to the music of Jackson Browne and the Beatles.She also enjoyed going to the beach, traveling, and camping. During school hours, photography and the Ca- reer Experience Internship were her most enjoyable classes, and Mr. Storch and Mr. Pronsky were her favorite teachers. Becoming a special educa- tion teacher tops the list of Marianne’s future plans. CHRISTINE FRIEDRICHS- Chris was an SO representative in her freshman year and a participant in Girls' Week throughout high school. She named German and psychology as her most interesting classes, and Mrs. Lynch and Dr. Mecerod were her best liked teach- ers. Her spare time was occupied with beach going, horseback riding, and lis- tening to music. She was also a mem- ber of a youth group, and she did vol- unteer work at a summer camp. Chris’ hopes for the future include attending school to become a beautician. RONALD FOX- Many hours of Ron’s MHS career were spent on the baseball diamond. He played freshman baseball and was on the JV team as a sopho- more. Then he pitched for two years on the varsity level. His most memora- ble high school experience was being the pitcher for Mr. Schwabe's fresh- man team. Off the field, he enjoyed social studies with Mr. Prescott, and his favorite teachers were Mr. Irving and Mr. Dinapoli. In his spare time, camping, beach going and listening to the music of Genesis and Brian Eno were among his pastimes. Ron’s future included attendance at college where he plans to major in electronics and continue playing baseball. GARY FRIEDMAN- The Music Depart- ment benefited from Gary’s involve- ment while he was at MHS. A member of the Marching and Concert Bands for four years, he played both clarinet and alto sax. Going to Florida with the Band was his most memorable high school experience. He also found the time to participate in the Summer Stage Band, the Chorus, and the musical Guys and Dolls. In addition, he maintained an avid interest in photography and took some pictures for the yearbook. As a freshman, he enjoyed bringing news to his fellow students through the AV-TV Squad and being a member of the Mathletes. During the school day. his most interesting teachers were Mr. Johnson and Mr. Parsons, and he found computer science and Band to be his most rewarding classes. Gary plans to study computer science in col- lege. JOAN GALLAGHER- Joan was a key member of the MHS bowling team. Go- ing to Plattsburgh with this group was her most memorable high school ex- perience. She was also an active par- ticipant in Girls’ Week for four years. Where school was concerned, she list- ed math with Mr. Ehrling and English with Ms. Azrak as her favorite classes. In her spare time, she enjoyed playing PBC softball and basketball. Her other interests included drawing, horseback riding, and listening to the music of Fleetwood Mac and Billy Joel. Joan’s BOCES experience in travel services should be an asset to her since she plans to become a travel agent. MICHAEL GALLAGHER- Mike showed a great interest in athletics throughout his years at MHS. He was an annual participant on both the football and baseball teams and a member of the JV basketball team for two years. As a ju- nior, he also worked on the school newspaper. His spare hours were spent traveling, watching sports, and listen- ing to the music of Styx. Academically, he enjoyed his biology class the most, and he named Mr. Reinhalter as his most interesting teacher. Mike plans to go to college to major in physical ther- apy. DONNA GARAGUSO- A number of ac- tivities occupied Donna's after school hours. She enjoyed biking, cooking, go- ing to movies, and watching TV. Other ways in which she spent her free time included traveling, dancing, and listen- ing to the music of Donna Summer and the Jacksons. As far as the school day was concerned, typing was named as her most valuable class and Mr. Malle was her favorite teacher. In the future. Donna plans to attend a school for training in child care. DEBRA GALOSICH- Throughout Deb- bie’s years at MHS, work in the KNZ Studio occupied a great deal of her time. She was also a member of the JV badminton team, and she participated in Girls' Week as a junior. She cited this event to be her most memorable high school experience. During the school day. social studies. German and com- puter science proved to be her most enjoyable courses, and Mr. Basiliere and Mr. Cassidy were her favorite teachers. A variety of activities includ- ing PBC softball. Girl Scouts, and guitar playing occupied her after school hours. She also found time to hold a part-time job. Attendance at college awaits Debbie in the future. JOSE GAMEZ- A recent addition to the Class of '81. Jose found Mrs. Natter and Mr. Irving to be his favorite teach- ers. and social studies and typing were the classes to which he looked forward the most. His after school interests in- cluded beach going, camping, dancing, and fishing, and he also enjoyed such leisure activities as movie going, skiing, horseback riding, and listening to the music of the Bee Gees and Queen. In addition, he was a dedicated member of the soccer team for four years. As of now. Jose’s plans for the future are undecided. JERRY GARRIDO- While at MHS, Jerry was a member of the Band and the rifle team. He also worked on the KNZ-TV news staff, and he listed this exper- ience as one of his most memorable ones in high school. The American Na- tional Red Cross and the Mineola Ju- nior Fire Department were two other organizations which benefited from his involvement. Academically. English with Mr. Napolitano was his most v orthwhile course, and Mr. Pronsky was his best liked teacher. Jerry’s hopes for the future include becoming a police officer. MICHAEL GATTO- Mike was an active participant on a variety of MHS sport teams. He was an annual member of both the JV and varsity lacrosse and wrestling teams, and he also played freshman football. He was an SO repre- sentative for four years and a member of FBLA as a senior. As for the school day, he cited Mr. Brown and Mr. Dina- poli as his most interesting teachers, and Italian and earth science were his favorite classes. His after school hours were occupied with beach and concert going, camping, and listening to the music of Genesis and Peter Gabriel. Mike's future plans include attendance at college. ANNE GAYNOR- A large part of Anne's high school career was involved in the Work Study Program. Academically, she found English among her favorite courses, while Ms. Hampton and Mr. Valeri were the teachers she liked best. When not in school, she took part in a variety of activities. These included beach going, camping, driving, and traveling. Photography, motorcycle riding, concert going and listening to the music of the Rolling Stones, the Doors, and Hot Tuna were other pas- times she enjoyed. Upon graduation. Anne plans to travel across the coun- try. MARK GENTIL- Mark devoted much of his free time to working in the SEP Of- fice during his years at MHS. In his after school hours, he could be found going to the beach, boating, and fish- ing. Other activities he enjoyed were watching sports, going to concerts, and listening to the music of Billy Joel. Scholastically. Mr. Schmitt and Mr. Connolly were the teachers he ad- mired most, and earth and marine sci- ences proved to be his most interest- ing classes. As for the future. Mark plans to attend college. MOST SCHOOL SPIRITED- Kenny Cox and Carolyn Mullin KAREN GEOFFRION- During her years at MHS. Karen cited Shorthand II with Miss Fisher and driver education to be two of her most worthwhile courses. As a freshman, she was an active member of the Art Club and field hockey team, and she was a Rockette in her sopho- more year. When she was not working at her part-time job. she liked to spend her remaining spare hours listening to disco, dancing, and drawing. In the fu- ture. Karen plans to become a legal secretary or to go into the field of art. LISA GERKEN- While at MHS, Lisa found Miss Fisher and Ms. Nemser to be her favorite teachers, and short- hand and art were the classes she looked forward to the most. She was a participant in such after school activi- ties as Girls' Week and FBLA. and she was also involved in the Business Work Experience Program. Other ways in which she spent her time included beach going, swimming, and listening to the music of the Grateful Dead, the Doors, and Frank Zappa. Lisa plans to attend college where she will study secretarial practice. What an exquisite piece of jewelry! MARIANNE HACKER- During her four years at MHS, Heidi was an integral part of the activities of the Physical Education Department. She was an an- nual member on both the volleyball and softball teams, and she played field hockey for three years. Outside of school, she was a four year participant on the Girls’ PBC softball team. It is therefore not surprising that she was chosen as our Most Athletic Senior Girl. Academically, she enjoyed English the most, and her favorite teachers were Mr. Romano and Mr. Burnett. Her hobbies included beach going, camp- ing. biking, and listening to the music of Queen and Bread. As for the future. Heidi plans to attend college to be- come a legal secretary or to work with children in a day care center. 86 BILL GILBERG- Bill was a dedicated member of the MHS baseball team. He proved this by his participation on the freshman. JV. and varsity squads Where the school day was concerned he named mechanical drawing an math as his favorite classes and Mr. Basiliere and Mr. Lamontagne as the teachers he will remember most. In his leisure time, he enjoyed swimming, playing baseball, and listening to the music of Pink Floyd and Genesis. As for the future. Bill wishes to enter college and major in architectural engineering. STACY GOLOB- A participant in Girls' Week in her freshman and sophomore years. Stacy named this event as her most memorable high school exper- ience. During the school day. Mr. Basi- liere and Ms. Nemser were her best liked teachers, and social studies with Mr. Storch was her most inspiring class. Her spare hours were spent camping, horseback riding, going to parties, and listening to the music of Genesis. Yes. and Peter Gabriel. She also held a part-time job. Stacy's plans for the future include becoming a com- puter programmer. BRIAN HANLEY- Brian spent his leisure time in a variety of ways. These includ- ed beach going, hiking, and listening to the music of Peter Gabriel and Brian Eno. He was a member of the Question Mark staff and played both JV basket- ball and baseball. He found being on the first place baseball team in his freshman year to be his most memora- ble high school experience. During the school day. he cited social studies with Ms. Borax to be his most rewarding class. Brian’s plans for the future in- clude attendance at college. KIM HANSEN- Kim was one of the most spirited people in the Class of '81. She was a member of the Cheer- leaders for two years and co-captain of the squad as a senior. Winning second place in the Long Island Cheerleader Competition was her most memorable high school experience. She was an an- nual participant in Girls’ Week, a dedi- cated SO representative, a member of the Prom Committee, and a lacrosse scorekeeper for two years. She also found the time to serve as Class Secre- tary as a junior and volunteer as a Sun- day school teacher. Scholastically. English with Mrs. Fishkin was most in- spiring to her. while Mr. Herman and Mr. Miller were named as her favorite teachers. Kim’s hopes for the future include becoming a special education teacher. JAMES HANSEN- While at MHS. Jim was noted for his participation on the football and lacrosse teams. He also found beach going, camping, hiking, and listening to the music of Genesis and Led Zeppelin to be great ways to spend his leisure time. During the school day. he attended BOCES for auto mechanics, and he found Mr. Reinhalter to be his most interesting teacher. Jim presently holds a part- time job. and he plans to continue in a business field after his graduation from high school. FREDERICK HANS- As a senior, Rick was a member of the yearbook photog- raphy staff. His leisure hours were fre- quently spent playing hockey, going to concerts, and listening to the music of the Doors and Lynyrd Skynyrd. He also held an after school job. Scholastically, social studies and accounting were his most enjoyable courses, and Mr. Basi- liere and Mrs. Lynch were his favorite teachers. As for the years to come. Rick hopes to enter the field of ac- counting. MICHAEL HAROLD- Many of Mike’s hours at MHS were dedicated to work- ing in the TV Studio. As far as the school day was concerned, Mr. Basi- liere and Mrs. Lynch were considered his favorite teachers, and social stud- ies was his most enriching class. His after school hours were spent beach going, skiing, concert going, and listen- ing to the music of Genesis. He also participated in a rock band and held a part-time job. Mike’s future plans in- clude attendance at college. 87 JULIA HENRIQUES- An annual member of the Portuguese Club, Julie greatly enjoyed dancing with this group. She was also a worker in the Attendance Office, and she listed her service there to be her most memorable high school experience. Academically. Mrs. Fishkin and Mrs. Johnson were the teachers she admired most, and geometry and typing were her favorite classes. Her leisure time was occupied with such activities as biking, dancing, beach go- ing. and traveling. Julie’s hopes for the future include becoming a nurse or le- gal secretary. PEGGY HEENAN- Peggy occupied her after school hours with a variety of pas- times. These included playing back- gammon, beach going, camping, and skiing. She also enjoyed watching T.V.. concert going, and listening to the mu- sic of the Grateful Dead. New Riders, and the Rolling Stones. Where the school day was concerned, she named Mr. Kravitz and Mrs. Berson as her fa- vorite teachers and English and ac- counting as her most worthwhile courses. As for the future. Peggy hopes to become an accountant. LOUIS HENDRICKSON- Lou’s favorite teachers at MHS were Ms. Borax and Mr. Romano, and the classes they taught interested him most. After school, he was involved in a variety of ways. In his freshman and sophomore years, he was a member of the base- ball team. When not at work, he spent his free time camping, driving, fixing cars, and listening to the music of Billy Joel, Charlie Daniels, and Lynyrd Skyn- yrd. Lou's work in his BOCES auto me- chanics classes should prove beneficial since this occupation is included in his plans for the future. KIM HEMBACH- The school day was most enjoyable for Kim when she at- tended the classes taught by Mr. Witt and Ms. Azrak. Her most enriching courses included English and math. She was involved in a variety of after school activities such as bowling, play- ing softball, biking, and beach going. Other ways in which she enjoyed spending her free time were camping, horseback riding, going to concerts, and listening to the music of Pink Floyd and Yes. In the future. Kim expects to join the United States Navy and later to major in nursing at college. AL HERRERA- A valuable four year member of the soccer team. Al cited competing at Hofstra with this group to be his most memorable high school ex- perience. He also participated in JV baseball for two years. His favorite pas- times included camping, driving, skat- ing and listening to the music of Pink Floyd. Led Zeppelin, and the Doors. During school hours, he found biology with Mrs. Lynch and geometry with Mrs. Johnson to be his most enjoyable classes. The college campus awaits Al in the near future. DWAYNE HICKMAN- Entering our school in his sophomore year. Dwayne soon became familiar with the goings on at MHS. He was involved in such after school activities as the JV football and basketball teams. DECA. and the Black Student Union. As far as the school day was concerned. Ms. Borax was his best liked teacher, and busi- ness math was the class he looked for- ward to the most. Dwayne’s future plans include attendance at college. JEANNE HOFMANN- Accounting and math were Jeanne's favorite courses of the school day. and Ms. Azrak. Mrs. Jewell, and Ms. Borax topped her list of favorite teachers. She was a member of FBLA, and she also worked as a SEP aide in junior year. When her after school hours were concerned, she en- joyed such pastimes as beach going, jogging, bowling, camping, playing ten- nis. and concert going. A part-time job occupied much of her remaining free time. After graduation. Jeanne plans to work as an accountant. CLASS FLIRTS- Diane Connor and Louis Lubrano CHETTINA HODGES- A member of the Work Experience Program for three years. Tina held a job as a clerk typist. The clubs and activities that she was involved in included the SO. BSU, FBLA. Lutheran Church Youth Group, and the Concert Singers. She also found time to be a candy striper at Nassau Hospital, a member of the yearbook business staff, and a partici- pant in Girls’ Week. The events at MHS which she will remember the most were the Prom and the BSU Fashion Show. During school hours, social stud- ies. home economics, and her business courses were among her favorites, and Ms. Morgan. Ms. Fisher, and Ms. Borax were her most inspiring teachers. In the future. Tina hopes to become a registered nurse, specializing in child care. KATHY HOGARTY- Kathy was a mem- ber of Girls’ Week in her freshman year, and she found her participation in this event to be her most memorable high school experience. Academically, math with Mr. Ehrling and English with Mrs. Migdol were her most enriching courses, while Mrs. Callahan was one of her favorite teachers. Besides hold- ing a part-time job, she enjoyed such leisure time activities as beach and movie going, skiing, attending con- certs. and listening to the music of Led Zeppelin. Genesis, and the Charlie Dan- iels Band. The college campus awaits Kathy in the years to come. 89 SCOTT HOLLIDAY- Film, images, rifles, editing, marksmanship, athletics, neg- atives- all of these played an important role in Scott’s high school years. A skilled athlete, he was a member of the football team for four years and the rifle team for three, and he played freshman lacrosse. He found his par- ticipation on the football team to be his most memorable experience at MHS. Photography was another of his major interests, and he served as Question Mark photographer as a junior, and he was the Photography Editor of Signet '81. He fulfilled his yearbook responsi- bilities in a beneficial, imaginative, reli- able. determined style. A great many of the pictures which appear on the pages of this yearbook are a credit to his pho- tographic prowess. He also had the ad- ditional time to volunteer his services to the Mineola Junior Fire Department and to enjoy such pastimes as boating and camping. When the school day was concerned. Mrs. Lynch and Mr. Rein- halter were his most informative teachers, and biology was his favorite subject. Attendance at college awaits Scott in the years to come. You wouldn’t kid me. would you? CHRISTOPHER JARRARD- Football played an important role in Chris’ high school career. A member of the team for three years, he named this to be his most memorable high school exper- ience. In his earlier days at MHS. he was also a participant on the lacrosse and basketball teams. Scholastically. Mr. Burnett and Mr. Kuchinsky were his favorite teachers, and woodshop was the course he liked the best. His after school hours were spent beach and party going, camping, and listening to the music of Yes. Led Zeppelin, and Genesis. Chris’ future plans include at- tendance at college. KATHY HUGHES- Kathy found Mr. Vil- lani and Ms. Borax to be her favorite teachers at MHS. and she listed English and social studies as her most worth- while courses. In her after school hours, she liked to go to concerts, camp. ski. and listen to such musical groups as Genesis, Yes. and The Who. She also held a part-time job. Kathy should greatly benefit from the cosme- tology courses she attended at BOCES since she wishes to pursue a career in this field. MIKE INNELLA- While at MHS. Mike proved to be a versatile athlete. He was a member of the football team for four years and the wrestling team for three, and he also played on the lacrosse team as a freshman and sophomore. He considered his participation in these activities to be his most memo- rable high school experiences, and Coach Brown will always be remem- bered as his favorite teacher. During the school day. he was enrolled in the BOCES program for auto mechanics. In the future. Mike intends to join the Navy. 90 BURNIS JOHNSON BJ was an out- standing member of the MHS basket- ball team. He played this sport for four years, and he received the honor of being named All-Division as a junior and Most Valuable Player of the 1980 Christmas Tournament. His other ath- letic activities included participating on the track team and playing an unde- feated season of freshman football, his most memorable high school exper- ience. During the school day. Mrs. Fish- kin and Mr. Lamontagne were his most interesting teachers, and social studies and accounting were the classes he looked forward to the most. Burnis' plans include a future in computer pro- gramming. JOHN JUDGE- Many outdoor activities occupied John’s spare time. Some of these were camping, hiking, boating, and skating. His other interests includ- ed movie going, bowling, and auto body work. He also found time to be a mem- ber of the St. Aidan’s youth group. He listed Mrs. Fishkin and Mr. Irving to be the teachers he will remember the most, and social studies and electron- ics were his most enriching courses of the school day. In the future. John plans to join the United States Air Force. DIANE KALBERER- Diane was an en- thusiastic member of the Class of '81. An annual participant in Girls' Week, an SO representative for two years, and a scorekeeper for lacrosse for one year, she was also both a JV and varsity Cheerleader. She listed going to camp with this group and attaining a perfect score in Girls’ Week Cheering to be her most memorable high school exper- iences. Her after school pastimes in- cluded jogging, beach going, listening to the music of Peter Gabriel, and disco dancing. During the school day. she found chemistry with Mr. Zussel- man to be her most enjoyable course. As for the future. Diane plans to go to college to study the medical field. SHARON KANTROWITZ- Sharon, the Valedictorian of the Class of '81. had numerous academic achievements in- cluding being a National Merit semi- finalist. a member of the National Hon- or Society as a junior, and a participant in a National Science Foundation pro- gram in mathematics at the University of Chicago during this past summer. She was also a Mathlete for four years, captain of the team as a senior, and a silver medalist at the Long Island Math Fair. It’s no wonder that she was voted the most Intelligent Senior Girl by her peers. Concert, Marching, and Stage Band, the Sunrise Report. Guys and Dolls, and varsity badminton were oth- er activities in which she took part. Scholastically, she excelled in all of her classes, and math with Mr. Scarola and Mr. Q. was her favorite course. Outside of school, she could often be found working on the weekly cablevision pro- gram. Extra Help. In the future. Sharon plans to attend a college that is strong in liberal arts and mathematics. ANNE KEANE- Outdoor activities were an important part of Anne’s free time. This was evidenced by her participa- tion in such pastimes as playing rac- quetball, camping, hiking, and horse- back riding. Her leisure interests in- cluded listening to the music of the Grateful Dead and Kingfish. She also held a part-time job. Arriving at MHS as a junior, she soon noted English and art with Ms. Nemser to be her favorite courses. After graduation. Anne plans to attend college for study in the field of elementary education. 91 KIM KESSLER- While at MHS. Kim played softball for three years and was a member of the Spanish Club as a freshman. Academically. Spanish with Mrs. Guberman and social studies with Ms. Borax were her most inspiring classes. She also attended BOCES for a course in Large Animal Care. Bowling, horseback riding, movie going, and skating were some ways in which she spent her spare time. Attendance at college where she plans to study agri- culture awaits Kim in the future. MICHELE KENNYBROOK- When not 92 working at her part-time job. Michele occupied her after school hours with a variety of activities. These included camping, driving, skiing, and listening to the music of the Who. Genesis, and Led Zeppelin. Where the school day was concerned, she found math and computer science to be her most en- joyable classes, and Ms. Salemson and Mr. Tomic were the teachers she liked the best. Michele hopes to become an accountant in future years. JEFFREY KLASS- The Rifle Club bene- fited from Jeff’s involvement in his freshman year, and he also cited this sport as one of his spare time inter- ests. Listening to the music of the Bea- tles and the Doors, biking, and golfing were some of his other pastimes. As far as the school day was concerned, me- chanical drawing was his most valuable class, and Mr. Basiliere and Mr. Lamon- tagne were his favorite teachers. A ca- reer as an architect is among Jeff’s hopes for the future. FRIENDLIEST- Kenny Cox and Cheryl Obritski ANNA KOLOVELONIS- The highlights of Anna’s days at MHS were her biol- ogy and office practice courses, and the teachers she liked the best were Mrs. Lynch and Mr. Schmitt. In her after school hours, she enjoyed listen- ing to the music of Lynyrd Skynyrd and Hot Tuna, and she found going to con- certs of The Grateful Dead to be a plea- surable pastime. She also held a part- time job. As of now. Anna’s plans for the future are undecided. JANE KOMAROW- President of Thespi- ans. instrumentalist, accompanist for spring musicals. NYSSMA soloist. Or- chestra member. Jane was an enthusi- astic. vital, industrious, talented asset to the Fine Arts Department through- out her years at MHS. She participated in Marching. Stage, and Concert Bands, performed in the Elves and the Shoemaker, was Costume and Sound Effects Chairman for The Butler Did It. and held the positions of Thespian Scribe and Band Treasurer. All of her musical talents were recognized by her receipt of two Charles Davis Awards and by her peers when they voted her Most Musical Senior Girl. On the liter- ary side, she was involved in both the Question Mark and Signet She served as Assistant Girls’ Sports Editor. Fea- ture Editor, and Editor-in-chief of the newspaper and Underclassmen Editor and Faculty Editor of the yearbook, tasks which she carried out with fore- sight. honor, and dedication. The SO was another group in which she took part, and she worked for its carnival. Gong and Variety Shows, and Constitu- tion Committee. She earned an SO Ap- preciation Award for her service to this organization. Scholastically. Mr. Valeri and Mr. Reinhalter were her favorite teachers and English and social studies her most rewarding courses. Atten- dance at college to major in music and composition of the score for a Broad- way musical are parts of the script for Jane’s future years. DAWN KOMLOSY- In her after school hours. Dawn enjoyed a wide range of activities. Some of these included go- ing to the beach and theater, camping, and dancing. Reading, watching TV. and listening to music were other pas- times she founcj pleasurable. She also held a part-time job at a community pool. As far as the school day was con- cerned. Mr. Romano and Mrs. Lynch were her most interesting teachers, and biology and English were her favor- ite classes. Her attendance at BOCES for dental assisting courses should prove beneficial to Dawn since she plans to continue in this field in college. MATTHEW KOMOROWSKI- The base- ball team benefited from Matt’s in- volvement throughout his high school years. He played this sport on both the freshman and varsity levels, and he cited reaching the finals in varsity baseball as a junior to be his most memorable high school experience. All of his athletic knowledge was put to good use this year in his position as Boys’ Sports Editor of Signet '81. Blending all sports energetically, being always laudably loyal, stating highlights of rifle, track, soccer, taking of pic- tures- all of these were important as- pects of his yearbook responsibilities. The finished pages of the sports sec- tion are a credit to his diligence and concern. In the rest of his free time, he enjoyed such pastimes as biking, golf- ing. playing tennis, and listening to the music of Queen and Peter Gabriel. Aca- demically. Mr. Cassidy and Mr. Basi- liere were his favorite teachers, and geometry and Latin were his most worthwhile courses. After graduation. Matt plans to attend college, continue playing baseball, and enter the field of physical therapy. STEVE KORETZ- Since sophomore year. Steve was an asset to the MHS bowling team. His skill enabled him to lead the JV bowling team to first place in its division, and he will always think of this as his most memorable high school experience. The teachers whom he admired most included Mrs. Migdol and Mrs. Lynch while English and elec- tronics were his best liked courses. During his after school hours, he en- joyed swimming and playing paddleball along with listening to the music of Pink Floyd and the Cars. Steve plans to en- ter college to major in electronics and eventually become a computer techni- cian. 93 PATRICIA KOVAC- Patty occupied her spare time in a variety of ways. These included listening to the music of the Grateful Dead and attending their con- certs. She also enjoyed camping, beach going, hiking, and horseback rid- ing. As a freshman, she found the time to be a participant in Girls’ Week. Dur- ing the school day. English with Mr. Romano and social studies with Ms. Borax were her most interesting classes, and she attended BOCES for cosmetology. At the moment. Patty has no specific plans for the years to come. FELICIA KOWALCZYK- During her high school years. Felicia looked forward to art with Ms. Nemser and home eco- nomics with Mrs. Manfredo the most. Her most memorable experience at MHS was her participation in Girls’ Week in her junior year. Outside of school, she took part in many activities such as playing backgammon, drawing, reading, swimming, and listening to the music of the Eagles and Elton John. After graduation. Felicia hopes to study fashion merchandising in college. But Mr. Ratto ... ? KATHERINE KOVEL- Kathy was a cred- it to the Class of '81. An active partici- pant in Girls' Week, she served as Cap- tain of Poster in her sophomore year and Dance as a junior. This event, along with going to the home football games, proved to be her most memo- rable high school experiences. Vice- President of our class for two years, a member of the Prom and Ring Com- mittees. and a junior inductee into the National Honor Society, she evidenced her talents throughout her years at MHS. As far as the school day was con- cerned. she named chemistry with Mr. Zusselman and English with Ms. Azrak to be her most enriching courses. Her spare time hours were occupied by camping, skiing, swimming, listening to the music of Crosby. Stills. Nash, and Young, and being a Candy Striper. In the future. Kathy intends to enter col- lege to study nursing. KRIS KOWALESKI- Kris was an active participant in Girls’ Week, and she served as captain of both Freshman Float and Sophomore Dance. She list- ed being involved in this event, going to the Junior Prom, and renting a plane to go sightseeing over New York to be her most memorable high school exper- iences. Academically, art class with Ms. Nemser and geometry with Mr. Scarola were her favorite courses. She was also a member of the BOCES commer- cial art program for two years. In the future. Kris, our Most Artisic Senior Girl, plans to attend art school and eventually work as a commercial artist. ANTHONY KROCHTA- Anthony listed both gym and English as his favorite classes at MHS, and he found Mr. Pronsky to be his most inspiring teach- er. He was also a student of auto me- chanics at BOCES. In his spare time, he enjoyed driving, watching football, and listening to the music of the Grateful Dead and the Rolling Stones. Holding a part-time job took up many of his re- maining after school hours. Anthony’s hopes for the future include working as an auto mechanic. MARGARET KUGLER- In her leisure time. Margaret took part in a variety of interests. These included camping, horseback riding, and listening to the music of the Beatles, the Doors, and Neil Young. Where the school day was concerned, she named photography and the Internship Program as her most enjoyable classes, and Mr. Storch and Mr. Pronsky as the teachers she will remember most. In the future. Mar- garet plans to enter college. VALERIE KULYK- Valerie’s most memorable high school experience was her involvement in the AV Studio for two years. She was also a three year member of the Orchestra, and she went to Williamsburg with this group. She received three individual NYSSMA awards and one group award for her participation in this organiza- tion. Her favorite classes of the school day were social studies with Mr. Basi- liere, earth science with Mr. Schmitt, and electronics with Mr. Irving. She found reading and playing backgam- mon to be pleasurable ways of spend- ing her leisure time. As for the years to come. Valerie plans to go to college and major in the field of petroleum ge- ology. LISA KRUEGER- Entering MHS as a ju- nior. Lisa adjusted quickly to life here. The highlight of her first year was her earth science class taught by Mr. Schmitt. Besides holding a part-time job at a local store, she still found the time for such activities as biking, draw- ing. and listening to music by Lynyrd Skynyrd and Led Zeppelin. After gradu- ation. Lisa plans to breed and train horses and travel throughout the Unit- ed States. JUNE KUME- June’s years at MHS were centered around her artistic abili- ties. She was a participant of the Art Club for two years and captain of the Junior Poster in Girls’ Week. She was also a one year member of the FBLA and Chorus. Academically. English with Mr. Valeri and art with Ms. Nemser were her most inspiring courses. Many of her after school hours were spent drawing, concert going, and listening to the music of Pink Floyd and the Doors. June's future plans include going to college and then attending graduate school. JOHN KUSKOWSKI- During his years at MHS. John found Ms. Azrak and Ms. Nemser to be his best liked teachers, and English and art were the most en- joyable classes of his day. After school, he was involved in numerous activities. Some of these included sports watch- ing, movie going, and playing paddle- ball. He also enjoyed drawing, concert going, and listening to the music of Van Halen and Black Sabbath. As for the future. John plans to work and eventu- ally go into the field of art. RAYMOND LANGAN- Ray s most inter- esting courses at MHS included chem- istry and math, and the teachers he admired the most were Mr. Zusselman and Mr. Reinhalter. He also devoted many of his school hours to working in the SEP Office. After school, he found boating, golfing, listening to music, and flying to be great ways to spend his leisure time. He was also involved in the Work Experience Program, and he held a part-time job as an aviation line- man. The latter activity should prove beneficial since Ray plans to continue in the aviation field. MARIA LABARBERA- A variety of activi- ties occupied Maria's after school hours. These included biking, swim- ming. concert going, and listening to the music of Crosby. Stills, and Nash. Boating, beach going, driving, and fish- ing were some of her other pastimes. Where the school day was concerned. Mr. Zusselman. Mr. Valeri and Mr. Basi- liere were the teachers she liked most, while biology. English, and social stud- ies were her most enriching courses. In the future. Maria hopes to become a marine biologist or enter the field of veterinary medicine. LORRAINE LAMBERTSON- A great deal of Lorraine’s after school time was spent playing basketball. She was a member of the MHS JV and varsity teams throughout her four years, and she also played for a CYO squad. Par- ticipating in Sports Night of Girls' Week and placing first in this event as a junior were listed as her most memorable high school experiences. As for the school day. she cited biology with Mrs. Lynch and earth science with Mr. Schmitt to be her most rewarding classes. Her spare time interests in- cluded beach going, traveling, and lis- tening to the music of Bruce Spring- steen and Jackson Browne. Upon graduation. Lorraine plans to attend college. NEIL LAURO- Neil had a great interest in music. His leisure hours were spent playing the bass guitar and the drums in a rock band. Being able to perform his music in SEP and the SO Variety and Gong Shows proved to be his most memorable high school experiences. He was also a member of the football team for three years and the lacrosse team as a freshman. In addition, he held a part-time job and was enrolled in the BOCES auto mechanics course. As far as the school day was concerned, social studies with Ms. Borax was his favorite class. Neil’s hopes for the fu- ture include becoming a drummer for a popular band. % MARK LAVENZIANO- The TV Studio held particular interest for Mark, and he spent much of his high school ca- reer working there. During the school day. Mrs. Lynch and Dr. Broder were his favorite teachers, and electronics proved to be his most worthwhile course. His after school hours were oc- cupied by such pastimes as driving, weight lifting, going to movies, doing car body work, and listening to the mu- sic of Led Zeppelin, The Good Rats, and Pink Floyd. In the years to come. Mark plans to pursue a career in the televi- sion field. MOST DRAMATIC- Chuck Rafferty and Anna Auriemma LINDA LEONARD- Earth science and social studies proved to be Linda's fa- vorite courses at MHS. and Mr. Pronsky and Mr. Schmitt were the teachers she liked the best. She was involved in the Work Experience Pro- gram and held a part-time job in her after school hours. Other ways in which she spent her free time included camping, driving, swimming, playing PBC softball, and listening to the music of Genesis and Pink Floyd. Going to the Junior-Senior Prom will always be re- membered as her most memorable ex- perience in high school. As for the fu- ture, Linda plans to go to college and to eventually enter a career where she can work with children. BOB LENNEY- Working at a part-time job toolcup many of Bob’s after school hours. Other spare time activities which he found pleasurable included camping, skiing, concert going, and lis- tening to the music of Genesis and Yes. As far as the school day was con- cerned. science with Mrs. Lynch proved to be his most worthwhile course. Attendance at college awaits Bob in fall. GLENN LESMEISTER- Glenn was an in- volved member of the Rifle Team throughout his years at MHS. Other ac- tivities in which he participated includ- ed being a member of the Mineola Fire Department, fishing, golfing, watching TV. and hunting. He also held a part- time job. Scholastically. Mr. Napolitano was named as his favorite teacher, while wood shop and electronics with Mr. Irving were the classes he found most worthwhile. A career as an elec- trician awaits Glenn in the years to come. 97 GERARD LESTER- While he was at MHS. Mrs. Hecht's social studies class and earth science with Mr. Schmitt proved to be Gerard's most interesting courses, and he named Ms. Azrak as his favorite teacher. He was an active participant on the lacrosse team throughout his high school years. As a junior and senior, he played varsity football, and he found his membership on this team to be his most memorable high school experience. In his spare time, he enjoyed weight-lifting, skiing, camping, going to the beach, and lis- tening to the music of Genesis and Yes. After graduation. Gerard's plans for the future include attendance at college. RICHARD LESTER- Sports played an important role in Rich’s high school ca- reer. He participated on both the JV and varsity sections of the football and lacrosse teams. He cited taking part in football as a senior to be his most memorable high school experience, and he was awarded the title of All- Conference football player. His after school activities included skiing, camp- ing. beach going, and cooking. Where the school day was concerned. Mr. Schmitt’s earth science class proved to be his favorite, while Ms. Azrak was his most inspiring teacher. The college campus awaits Rich in the years to come. What do you mean you didn't finish your homework assignment? 98 JACKIE LETTIERI- In her spare time. Jackie enjoyed going to the beach and concerts, biking, and driving. She also found jogging, hiking, and listening to the music of the Grateful Dead, the Rolling Stones, Jackson Browne, and the Marshall Tucker Band to be plea- surable pastimes. During the school day. her most enriching courses were algebra with Mr. Reinhalter and social studies taught by Mr. Storch. She was also involved in Mr. Jansen's Work Ex- perience Program, and she held a part- time job. After graduation. Jackie hopes to move to California and later to attend school MARC LEWANDOSKI- Marc was a member of the Band in his freshman year at MHS. and he also worked in the SEP Office for two years. As a senior he was President of the Class of '81. Aca- demically. he cited chemistry and Ital- ian as the classes he enjoyed the most, and he found that Mr. Zusselman and Mr. Reinhalter were his best liked teachers. Photography, golfing, boat- ing. and listening to the music of The Ink Spots were a few of his pastimes, and a part-time job as a machinist took up much of his remaining free time. Marc’s plans for the future include at- tending college. HOWARD LIBES- Howard was one of the more active members of the Class of '81. He was a photographer. Editori- al Page Editor, and Business Manager of the Question Mark during his high school career, and he cited this latter position as his most memorable high school experience. He played in the Pit Orchestras for the musicals Funny Girl, South Pacific, and Guys and Dolls. As a senior, he held the position of Business Editor of Signet '81. Academi- cally, he was a junior inductee into the National Honor Society, and he found his favorite class to be chemistry with Mr. Cassidy, while Mr. Romano and Ms. Guberman were his most interesting teachers. Outside of school, he be- longed to such organizations as the USV of New Hyde Park and the Congre- gation Beth Shalom Youth Group, of which he was treasurer. He also en- joyed biking, photography, and playing the violin in his spare time. Howard’s ability to manage finances adeptly should be an asset to him as he enters college to study towards a career in the business world. JAMES LIGNOS- Jimmy's athletic abili- ties were put to good use on the bas- ketball courts at MHS. Participating in this sport for four years, he was cap- tain of the JV squad as a sophomore and was a member of the varsity team as a junior and senior. In ninth grade, he joined freshman baseball under Coach Schwabe. Playing on this first place team and Mr. Herman’s JV bas- ketball squad will always remain among his fondest high school memories. Aca- demically. his most interesting class was biology with Mrs. Lynch. Outside of school, he ejoyed playing frisbee, watching sunsets, going to concerts, and listening to the music of Genesis, Peter Gabriel, and Robert Fripp. Jim- my, who was voted the Senior Boy with the Nicest Smile by his peers, will be a welcome addition to the college cam- pus in the years to come. DJUANA LLOYD- Many organizations benefited from Dee-Dee's involvement. She played freshman volleyball, was a member of the Black Student Union for two years, secretary of this group as a sophomore, and a three year partic- pant in Chorus. She also took part in Rockettes in sophomore year, and she found going to Band Camp with this group to be her most memorable ex- perience at MHS. English and psychol- ogy proved to be her favorite classes of the school day. and she found Mr. Bur- nett. Mr. Romano. Ms. Borax, and Dr. Demertzis to be the teachers she ad- mired the most. Listening to music, dancing, movie and concert going, traveling, and skating were some of the many activities which occupied her spare time. Dee-Dee’s plans for the fu- ture include attending college and eventually entering a career as a psy- chiatrist. PALMA LIGUORI- Some of Palma’s fa- vorite free time activities were going to the beach, swimming, horseback rid- ing. watching movies, and driving. She was also an active participant in Girls’ Week for two years. When the school day was concerned. Mrs. Callahan’s business courses and Mr. Romano’s English class topped her list of favorite subjects. As for the years to come. Pal- ma plans to attend college to attain a business degree. LISA LIPOWSKI- Where the school day was concerned. English was the class which Lisa enjoyed the most, and she cited Mrs. Fishkin, Mr. Romano, and Mrs. Lynch to be her favorite teachers. She was also involved in the Work Ex- perience Program and held a part-time job. In her spare time, she was occu- pied with such activities as traveling, camping, dancing, going to concerts, and listening to music, especially that of her favorite group. Genesis. As a freshman, she found the time to be a participant in Girls’ Week. Upon gradu- ation from MHS. Lisa plans to attend college. 99 JOHN LODISE- During his school days. John found Mr. Pronsky. Mr. Zussel- man. and Ms. Berson to be his favorite teachers, and biology, chemistry, and accounting were his most inspiring courses. As a sophomore, he was a member of the MHS baseball team. In addition to holding a part-time job. he enjoyed such leisure time activities as going to the beach and concerts, driv- ing. and listening to the music of Led Zeppelin and Lynyrd Skynyrd. John’s plans for the future include travel. KAREN LOSNEDAHL- As she was en- rolled in the Work Experience Program, many of Karen’s after school hours were spent at her part-time job. When she wasn’t working, she found the time to be a two year member of the varsity bowling team, as well as a participant on the JV softball team. Other activi- ties in which she took interest included playing tennis, camping, and listening to music. Scholastically, she named Ms. Azrak and Mr. Quagliarello as her best liked teachers, while social studies with Mr. Basiliere and Mrs. Plaia’s Eng- lish class proved to be most enjoyable. The college campus awaits Karen in the years to come. STEVEN LOEHLE- The theater was an integral part of Steve's high school years. His interests were centered backstage, where he spent many of his hours. He appeared in the 1979 Spring Musical South Pacific, became a mem- ber of the Stagers Union Local One. for which he served as spokesperson, and operated the lights in the 1980 Spring Musical Guys and Dolls. He was induct- ed into the Thespians as a sophomore and was elected vice-president of this organization. Out of the spotlight, he found time to bowl on the JV team, write for the yearbook staff, and edit news columns for the Question Mark. Academically, his most interesting teachers were Mr. Wargo and Mr. Smith, and his most enriching class was stagecraft. In his spare time, he enjoyed biking, bowling, listening to music, and rooting for the New York Islanders. As for the future. Steve plans to enter the field of technical theater. KAREN LOPARDO- Going to the beach, camping, and horseback riding were some of the outdoor activities which Karen found pleasurable. She also liked driving, dancing, roller skating, and lis- tening to the music of the Grateful Dead. During the school day. Mrs. Fish- kin and Mrs. Jewell were her most in- spiring teachers, and English was the class she found most interesting. In- volvement in the Work Experience Pro- gram and a youth group were also im- portant parts of her high school years. In the future, Karen hopes to pursue a career as a silk screener. DONALD LOSQUADRO- Don found biol- ogy with Mr. Knuffke to be his favorite course, and Mr. Dinapoli was the teacher he admired the most. He occu- pied his leisure hours in a variety of ways. These included dancing, weight lifting, and going to concerts and the beach. As a freshman, he was also a member of the high school's baseball team. Don’s plans for the future in- clude attendance at college. SUSAN LOTITO- FBLA. Girls Week, and the SO were some activities which highlighted Susan's years at MHS. Where the school day was concerned, she liked her photography and English classes, and Mr. Romano and Mr. Knuffke were the teachers she ad- mired the most. When she wasn’t working at a part-time job acquired through the Work Experience Program, she enjoyed such pastimes as beach going, camping, jogging, and swim- ming. Other of her interests included photography, cooking, concert going, and listening to the music of the Grate- ful Dead, the Doors, and Neil Young. Attendance at college awaits Susan in the fall. MOST INDIVIDUALISTIC- Laura Carlin and Matt Dimakos SHERLUND LUCKE- Sherlund proved to be a lively member of our class. He participated in such diverse activities as the Band, the Concert Singers, the TV Studio, the SO. the Variety Show, and the musicals Funny Girl and South Pacific. He demonstrated his great in- terest in athletics by being a member of the JV basketball. JV baseball, track, and football teams. He also played four dedicated years of soccer, both at MHS and with the Hicksville Ameri- cans. He listed scoring four goals against Lynbrook in the ‘79 season to be his most memorable high school ex- perience. Outside of school, he was a member of a church youth group. Scholastically. Math 10 and Social Studies 12 were his favorite classes, while Dr. Demertzis and Mr. Reinhalter were his best liked teachers. As for the future, Sherlund plans to study law and play soccer in college. SCOTT LOWELL- During the school day, Scott found social studies with Mr. Basiliere to be his most enjoyable class. Chemistry with Mr. Zusselman was another of his more interesting courses, and he listed it as his most memorable high school experience. Biking, camping, and playing the guitar were some of the ways in which he occupied his after school hours. He also enjoyed listening to the music of Genesis. Attending college is included in Scott’s plans for the years to come. LOUIS LUBRANO- Lou, our Class Flirt, was one of the more outgoing mem- bers of the graduating class. His athle- tic abilities were displayed by his par- ticipation on both the JV and varsity baseball teams throughout his high school years. When the school day was concerned, accounting with Mrs. Ber- son and metal shop with Mr. Miller were considered his most worthwhile classes. Working at his part-time job. going to the beach, bowling, lifting weights, and listening to the music of Pink Floyd and Billy Joel were activities which occupied his leisure hours. In the future, Lou hopes to become the own- er of nis own business. 101 MARK LUTHER- During his spare time hours, Mark enjoyed a variety of activi- ties. These included drawing, writing, going to concerts, and listening to the music of the Doors and The Who. Where the school day was concerned, social studies and Ms. Nemser's art class were his most enhancing courses, while Ms. Azrak and Mrs. Da- vanzo were the teachers he found most interesting. Upon graduation, Mark hopes to become an animator and cartoonist. This can't be wrong! CECILIA LYNCH- As a freshman, Ceci- lia took part in the musical Funny Girl and in the Children’s Theatre produc- tion, The Elves and the Shoemaker. During the school day. she found Mr. Napolitano's English class to be her most worthwhile course, and she cited Mr. Pronsky as her best liked teacher. Outside of school, she held a part-time job. and she occupied her remaining spare hours with such activities as coaching the PBC cheerleaders, camp- ing. going to movies, horseback riding, and swimming. She also enjoyed listen- ing to the music of the Eagles and the Doobie Brothers. In the years to come, Cecilia looks forward to having a good career. ANNE MACKEN- Spanish Club mem- ber, Editor of Signet, National Honor Society president. Intelligent individ- ual. Officer of Sophomore Class, Re- porter for the Question Mark, Efficien- cy. Dedication. Ingenuity. Talent. Origi- nality, Responsibility- each of these were important aspects of Anne’s high school life. Serving as a Varsity Cheer- leader for two years and being Girls’ Week Float Captain as a junior were two other ways in which she evidenced her school spirit. Her most memorable high school experience proved to be placing first in the Suffolk Semifinals for Cheering. As a senior, a major por- tion of her time was devoted to her duties as one of the Senior Editors of Signet '81, an obligation which she ful- filled with countless hours, amazing resoluteness, memorable ideas, note- worthy genius. In whatever spare time she had left, she enjoyed such activi- ties as reading, beach going, driving, and traveling. Scholastically, she was a junior inductee into the National Honor Society, and she listed the sciences as her academic favorites, particularly chemistry with Mr. Zusselman and physics with Mr. Spacie. After gradu- ation. Anne, voted Most Likely to Suc- ceed by her peers, plans to attend col- lege where her good judgment, energy, faithfulness forecast success for her as she majors in the field of science. JAMES MACKEN- While at MHS. Jim found social studies with Mr. Storch and English with Mrs. Fishkin to be among his favorite classes of the school day. His spare time was occu- pied with a variety of activities which included driving, lifting weights, watch- ing sports, and listening to the music of Led Zeppelin and Jethro Tull. He also held a part-time job throughout his high school years. As for the years to come. Jim plans to enter college and then the field of business. 102 TRACY MANGAN- Taking part in Girls’ Week as a junior and receiving her class ring were Tracy’s fondest memo- ries of MHS. Academically, she found her psychology classes with Mr. Knuffke and Mrs. Manfredo to be the most interesting parts of her school day. She also participated in Mrs. Jankowitz’s Work Experience Program for two years. During her leisure hours, she enjoyed such pastimes as beach and concert going horseback riding, being involved in her church youth group, and listening to the music of Jethro Tull, Pink Floyd, and Queen. In the years to come, Tracy plans to be- come a writer and some day to have her words put to music. MANUEL MARQUES- Manny’s metal shop and English classes were the high- lights of his school days, while Mrs. Johnson and Mr. Miller proved to be the teachers he liked most. He en- gaged in varied activities during his spare time. Included among these were boating, traveling, swimming, and listening to music. Beach going, fishing, and watching sports were other pas- times he greatly enjoyed. In addition, he held a part-time job. As for the fu- ture. Manny hopes to attend college and play soccer. LOU MANUTA- Lou's high school ca- reer was dedicated to the theatrical life at MHS. He spent countless hours working backstage on all the produc- tions since his freshman year, and he also made an onstage appearance with a part in the musical South Pacific. In the SO Gong Show, he not only per- formed in the production but was also stage manager. His most memorable high school experience was being the stage manager of Guys and Dolls. The Mineola Stagers Union Local 1 of which he was one of the original orga- nizers was another group which bene- fited from his involvement. He was se- cretary treasurer of this organization as a junior and was its spokesperson in his senior year. He held the additional position of executive vice-president of a youth group, and he was a junior in- ductee into the National Honor Soci- ety. Where the school day was con- cerned. he found his biology and stage- craft classes taught by his favorite teachers. Mrs. Lynch and Mr. Wargo. to be his most enjoyable ones. Upon graduation. Lou will travel and then en- ter college to study communications or law. DENISE MANZOLILLO- Denise evi- denced great enthusiasm for the Class of '81 throughout her years at MHS. Among her most memorable high school experiences were participation in Girls’ Week and her induction into the National Honor Society as a junior. She displayed her leadership qualities in a variety of activities. She was cap- tain of Poster during Girls’ Week in her sophomore and junior years, and she was treasurer of the National Honor Society, the Senior Class, and FBLA. Some of her other interests and hob- bies included beach going, horseback riding, swimming, driving, and listening to the music of Genesis and Peter Ga- briel. During the school day. she found Ms. Berson and Mr. Zusselman to be her most inspiring teachers, while ac- counting and chemistry were her most worthwhile courses. In the future. Den- ise plans to go to college to become a certified public accountant. 103 I’ve got the Monday morning blues. JULIA MAYCE- Julie was a member of the Work Experience and STEP Pro- grams throughout her years at MHS. As far as the school day was con- cerned, Mr. Pronsky and Mr. Storch were her favorite teachers, while Eng- lish with Mrs. Fishkin was her most en- joyable class. Her spare time hours were spent with her friends, going to the beach and concerts, and listening to the music of the Grateful Dead and The Who. Julie’s plans for the future include attendance at trade school. BILL MCCAREY- A variety of interests occupied Bill in his spare time. He en- joyed such pastimes as riding and tak- ing care of horses, camping, attending concerts, and listening to the music of Genesis. When the school day was con- cerned. he found the classes of Mr. Vil- lani and Mr. Castellano to be his most interesting ones. He also attended BOCES where he studied Large Animal Care. These courses should prove helpful to Bill in the years to come since he plans to pursue a career in the field of animal care. CAROL MARTONE- Participating in Girls' Week as a freshman and receiv- ing her class ring were the events which Carol found to be memorable at MHS. During the school day, Mrs. Johnson and Ms. Azrak were the teach- ers she admired the most, and math and English were her favorite courses. In her spare hours, she enjoyed being with friends, biking, beach going, and listening to the music of Genesis and Pink Floyd. She also held a part-time job and was a volunteer at Nassau Hos- pital. As for the future. Carol plans to attend college to major in mathemat- ics. JEANNE MCCARTHY- Chemistry and trigonometry were Jeanne’s most en- riching courses at MHS. and Mr. Basi- liere and Mr. Zusselman were the teachers she liked the most. She found receiving her class ring to be her most memorable high school experience. Such groups as the Concert Singers and Barberettes benefited from her in- volvement. She also displayed her writ- ing ability in the Question Mark for which she was an editor in her junior year. When she wasn’t working at her part-time job. she occupied many of her remaining leisure hours by biking, dancing, horseback riding and writing. As for the future. Jeanne plans to enter college and later pursue a career in medicine. EILEEN MCDONNELL- While at MHS. Eileen proved to be a spirited cheer- leader. She served as captain of the JV squad as a freshman and sophomore and of the varsity squad as a senior. She was also captain of Girls’ Week cheering for three years. Receiving a perfect score in this event as a sopho- more and placing second in the Long Island Cheering Finals were found to be her most memorable high school ex- periences. In addition to these activi- ties. she held the office of Class Secre- tary in her freshman and sophomore years, was an SO representative for three years, and kept score for the la- crosse team. To acknowledge her ef- forts. she received an award for the Most Outstanding Freshman in Extra- curricular Activities. Scholastically. Mrs. Fishkin and Mrs. Migdol were named as her favorite teachers, while English and Mrs. Hecht’s social studies class were her most enjoyable courses. In the future. Eileen wishes to major in accounting in college. 104 MARY MCDONNELL- Many of Mary's after school hours were spent working at her part-time job. Other activities which occupied her leisure time includ- ed beach going, horseback riding, meeting new people and listening to the music of the Grateful Dead. Where the school day was concerned. English with Mr. Romano and marine science with Mr. Schmitt proved to be her most worthwhile classes. As a fresh- man and sophomore, she served as an SO representative. Mary's plans for the future include traveling cross country and afterwards entering college to ma- jor in environmental science. MOST MUSICAL- Doug Reymann and Jane Komarow JOANNE MENDES- The outdoor life had great appeal for Joanne in her lei- sure time. She enjoyed such activities as beach going, horseback riding and driving. Other of her interests included jogging, playing paddleball and tennis, and swimming. Involvement with the Work Experience Program occupied her remaining hours. When the school day was concerned. Dr. Demertzis. Mr. Napolitano. and Mr. Romano were her favorite teachers, and biology and Eng- lish were the classes she looked for- ward to the most. Joanne’s future plans include attending school to major in business and secretarial practice. JAMES MCKILLOP- As a sophomore. James was a member of the MHS rifle team. He was also involved in the Work Experience Program, and thus many of his after school hours were spent work- ing at his part-time job. Other ways in which he occupied his spare time in- cluded going to the beach, biking, driv- ing. and listening to the music of the Rolling Stones and Bruce Springsteen. During the school day. social studies was his most rewarding class, particu- larly when it was taught by Ms. Finkel- man and Mr. Storch. At present, James' future plans are undecided. JOHN MCKINLEY- During his high school years, biology with Mrs. Lynch and math with Mr. Schmitt proved to be John’s most enlightening courses of the school day. Through the Work Ex- perience Program, he obtained an after school job. His free time activities included biking, horseback riding, con- cert going, and listening to the music of Pink Floyd. Jethro Tull and The Who. As for the future. John hopes to enter chef’s school and eventually open his own restaurant. 105 STEVEN MENDYK- Sports were an im- portant part of Steve's high school ca- reer. He was a great asset to the foot- ball team, which he played on for four years on both the varsity and JV levels. He also played two years of baseball. As far as the school day was con- cerned. biology and wood shop were his most interesting courses, while Mr. Villani proved to be his best liked teacher. Going on a field trip to Ellis Island with his Social Studies 11 class will always remain among his fondest high school memories. After school, he found backpacking, biking, skiing, and listening to the music of Genesis and Weather Report pleasurable activities. Steve’s future plans are undecided at this time. Who said the Pink Floyd concert is canceled? PETER MIHALITSIANOS- Where the school day was concerned. Peter found Ms. Guberman and Coach Weid- lein to be his most inspiring teachers. Much of his after school time was dedi- cated to sports. He played both foot- ball and lacrosse for four years, and he cited football under the supervision of Coach Weidlein as his most memorable high school experience. He also was co-captain of the squad, and he was named an All-Conference Football Player in senior year. Weight-lifting, beach going, and listening to the music of his favorite group. Led Zeppelin, were some of the ways in which he occupied his free time when he wasn’t working at his part-time job. Peter, our Best Looking Senior Boy, has not as of now made any definite plans for the years to come. EVELYN MEYERS- The classes which Evelyn enjoyed most at MHS were Eng- lish and business law. and Mrs. Fishkin and Mr. Villani were the teachers she admired most. In her after school hours, she did volunteer work and was a member of the Spanish Club as a sophomore. She also listed pastimes such as biking, driving, movie going, and swimming among her interests. Evelyn’s BOCES course in travel ser- vices should be an aid to her in the future as she pursues a career with the airlines. ROBERT MICERA- Playing baseball, skating, playing the guitar, hunting, and fishing were just some of the pas- times Robert found pleasurable. During his high school years, his athletic abili- ties were put to good use as he was a four year member of the lacrosse team, a participant on the Wrestling team for two years, and a part of the JV football team as a senior. When the school day was concerned, art was his most interesting class, while Mr. Bur- nett and Mr. Schmitt proved to be his favorite teachers. Robert’s plans for the future include attendance at col- lege. KENNETH MONTOUX- Auto mechan- ics held a particular interest for Ken. and he was enrolled in a BOCES course in this area for two years. Where the school day was concerned, metal shop was his most inspiring course, while the classes taught by Mr. Miller and Mr. Basiliere were his most interesting ones. His leisure hours were occupied with biking, driving, and listening to the music of the Charlie Daniels Band and the Grateful Dead. Upon graduation. Ken plans to become a truck driver and later to go on to college to study diesel engines. GARY MOSES- Gary was involved in a number of activities while he attended MHS. In the athletic department, he was a valuable member of the basket- ball team for four years. As a freshman, he participated on both the football and track teams. Band was another group to which he contributed a great deal of time. He was the drum major as a junior and senior, and he cited going to the Hofstra Marching Festival and Band Camp as his most memorable high school experiences. Academically, he found accounting and band under the direction of Mr. Earnhart to be the classes which he enjoyed the most, and Mr. Lamontagne and Mr. Rein- halter were his best liked teachers. Outside of school, he enjoyed playing the saxophone and watching sports, especially basketball and football. After graduation. Gary plans to attend col- lege and major in accounting. CAROLYN MULLIN- Carolyn was one of the most spirited individuals in the Class of '81. She was a member of the Prom and Ring Committees, an annual participant in Girls’ Week, and the Vice- president of the Junior Class. She said that her involvement in these activities was her most memorable high school experience, and this, along with her great enthusiasm, won her the title of Most School Spirited Senior Girl. It was her smile and sense of humor which also enabled her to be voted Class Wit. Scholastically, social studies with Mr. Storch and English with Mrs. Migdol were the classes she looked forward to attending the most during the school day. In her after school hours, she could be found going to the beach, lis- tening to the music of Genesis and Yes. and working at a part-time job in a den- tist’s office. Her involvement in the BOCES Dental Assisting program should prove beneficial to Carolyn as she continues in this field in the years to come. KEVIN MOYSE- During his years at MHS. Kevin participated in Mr. Jan- sen’s Work Experience Program, and he found classes taught by Mr. Ro- mano to be his favorites. In his leisure hours, he enjoyed pastimes such as lift- ing weights, going to concerts, and lis- tening to the music of King Crimson and Jeff Beck. As a senior, he found the additional free time to be a member of the wrestling team. Kevin's plans for the future are undecided at the pre- sent time. RUSSELL NORBERG- Involvement on the football and winter track teams proved to be among Russell's most memorable high school experiences. He also took part on spring track for four years. Jogging, listening to the music of Queen and The Eagles, hold- ing a part-time job. and collecting coins, trains, and stamps were some other activities which occupied his spare time. As far s the school day was concerned. Mr. Spade and Mr. Zussel- man were his favorite teachers, and biology and chemistry were his most enriching courses. In the future. Rus- sell plans to attend college where he hopes to major in the sciences. 108 CHERYL OBRITSKI- Co-captain of Girls’ Week, officer of the class, officer in the SO. reporter for FBLA. dancer for the Rockettes. ice cream parlor worker, newspaper editor. Advisory Committee to the Principal member, treasurer of the class, editor for the yearbook, dedicated individual. Cheryl was in- volved in countless aspects of life at MHS. It is therefore not surprising that she was voted Most Versatile. Most Popular, and Friendliest Senior Girl. She also had the distinction of being selected Most Outstanding Freshman in Extracurricular Activities. She served the Class of ‘81 well in all of her posi- tions of leadership from being Treasur- er of the Freshman and Sophomore Class to President of the Junior Class to SO Vice-President this year. As a senior, she took on added responsibil- ity as one of the Senior Editors of Sig- net '81. She carried out her yearbook duties with concern, organization, live- liness. outfits, reliability, skill. She found attending the Hofstra Marching Band Festival with the Rockettes and coming in second place in sophomore year of Girls’ Week to be her most memorable high school experiences. As far as the school day was con- cerned. she cited Dr. Demertzis as her favorite teacher, and social studies with Mr. Storch was her most enjoy- able course. In her spare time, skiing, traveling, listening to music, and being with friends were among her interests. Cheryl's personality and attitude of caring should continue to be assets to her in college where she plans to major in journalism. JILL NOWAKOWSKI- Jill showed her great interest in horses by enrolling in the Large Animal Care course at BOCES. and she listed her bus rides there to be her most memorable high school experiences. Where the school day was concerned, her photography class was found to be her most enjoy- able one. Aside from working at her part-time job. playing backgammon, horseback riding, concert going, and listening to the music of the Doors. Neil Young, and the Grateful Dead were pastimes she considered pleasurable. In the years to come. Jill plans to con- tinue her work with horses. JOSEPH NUNES- Joe was a devoted two-year member of the soccer team while he was at MHS, and he named his participation in this sport, as well as his first day at MHS. to be his most memo- rable high school experience. During school. Mr. Basiliere. Mr. Romano, and Mr. Johnson were among his best liked teachers, and chemistry with Mr. Cas- sidy was his most worthwhile course. When not working at his part-time job. he spent his spare hours going to mov- ies and concerts, swimming, and listen- ing to the music of Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin. As for the future, Joe hopes to enter the Merchant Marine Acade- my. ANDREA ODNOHA- Active, talented, honorable, lively, efficient, thoughtful, enthusiastic. Andrea was a great asset to the Phys Ed Department throughout her high school years. A four year member of the field hockey and volley- ball teams, she was captain of varsity volleyball as a senior and was named All-Division in this sport. Being a varsity and Girls’ Week cheerleader, serving as treasurer of cheering, and playing var- sity softball- these were some of her other sports-related activities. The di- vision championships in softball, the second place finish in the Long Island Cheering Competition, and the first place finish in the Brentwood Competi- tion proved to be her most memorable high school experiences. All of her ath- letic knowledge was put to good use this year in her position as Girls’ Sports Editor of Signet '81, a task in which she proved herself always noteworthy, dai- ly reliable, exceptionally adept. Some other ways in which she spent her free time included camping, horseback rid- ing. and playing paddleball. Scholasti- cally. geometry and chemistry were her most informative courses, and Mr.Q. and Mr. Cassidy were her favor- ite teachers. Attendance at college to major in computer science will lead off Andrea’s plans for the years to come. ISAIAS OLIVEIRA- Isaias greatly en- joyed his two years as a member of the Marching Band, and he cited appearing at Hofstra and traveling to Florida with this group to be his most memorable high school experiences. Academically, social studies and English were found to be his most interesting courses, while Ms. Dick and Mrs. Azrak were his favorite teachers. As for his leisure time activities, he liked to dance, drive, watch sports, and listen to the music of The Cars and Chicago. Being involved in the BOCES Aviation Maintenance course should prove useful to Isaias since he plans to continue in this field upon graduation. ANTHONY PAIR- Tony occupied his spare hours with a variety of activities. Horseback riding, watching TV. playing backgammon, and picnicking were among his favorite pastimes. He also found time to be a member of the Work Experience Program, and he held an after school job. Where the school day was concerned. English with Mrs. Fish- kin and gym were his most enjoyable classes. In the future. Tony hopes to join the Air Force and later to become a computer technician. JOSEPH ODNOHA- The Phys Ed De- partment benefited from Joe’s active involvement while he was at MHS. One of his favorite pastimes was playing sports, and he was a participant on the lacrosse and football teams on both the JV and varsity levels. Academically, he cited Ms. Dick and Mr. Cassidy as his favorite teachers, and he enjoyed attending his chemistry and trigonom- etry classes the most. He was also a Senior Inductee into the National Hon- or Society, and he was involved in many MAC fund-raisers. His most memorable high school experience proved to be attending the Junior-Sen- ior Prom. In his spare time, drawing, driving, traveling, and movie going were among his pastimes. Joe’s friend- liness and sports-oriented mind should be assets to him in college where he plans to achieve a degree in phys ed. MANNY PAIVA- Manny was enrolled in the auto mechanics program at BOCES for two years while attending MHS. Scholastically, social studies with Ms. Borax and metal shop with Mr. Miller proved to be his best liked courses of the school day. His spare time hours were spent biking, fishing, concert go- ing. and listening to the music of Queen. After graduation. Manny plans to join the United States Marine Corps. NANCY PAGAN- A yearly participant in Girls’ Week. Nancy cited placing sec- ond in this event as a sophomore and going to the Junior-Senior Prom to be her most memorable high school ex- periences. She was also a member of the Spanish Club and the Work Exper- ience Program. Going to the beach, biking, dancing, horseback riding, and listening to disco music were just a few of the leisure activities which she en- joyed when she wasn't working at her part-time job. During the school day. Mrs. Jewell. Mr. Napolitano and Mr. Storch proved to be her favorite teach- ers, while English and social studies were her most enriching courses. As for the future. Nancy plans to attend college and later to work with handi- capped children. ROSA PALUMBO- When not working at her part-time job. Rosa found horse- back riding, going to movies, skating, and listening to the music of Lynyrd Skynyrd. Genesis, and Pink Floyd to be pleasurable pastimes. At MHS, she took part in FBLA for two years, worked for SEP. and was a member of the yearbook business staff as a senior. During the school day. shorthand with Mrs. Callahan and English taught by Mr. Castellano proved to be her favor- ite subjects. She also participated in the Work Experience Program. After graduation. Rosa plans to attend col- lege. CAROL PAULSEN- During her junior year. Carol was a member of the FBLA. and she held the position of secretary of this organization As far as her stud- ies were concerned, she found Mr. Ba- siliere and Mrs. Callahan to be her most interesting teachers, while Social Studies 10 was her favorite class. Many of her after school hours were spent working at her part-tirrv job. going to the beach, traveling, and listening to music. Carol's future plans include at- tending college and pursuing a secre- tarial career. Here comes Mr. Spacie. Look busy! DANIEL PARIS- Danny's favorite course while he was at MHS proved to be music theory, and the teachers who most inspired him were Mr. Smith and Mrs. Johnson. He found learning to play the clarinet and the piano to be among his most memorable high school experiences. He displayed his musical talents throughout his high school years as a member of the Band, an activity which he especially enjoyed. In his leisure hours, some of his pas- times included biking, reading, swim- ming. and movie going. His remaining spare hours were spent working at a part-time job. As for the future. Danny hopes to work with the airlines. MARIA PEREIRA- Participation in the Work Experience Program enabled Ma- ria to hold a part-time job in her spare hours. As for her remaining free time, she could be found playing basketball, biking, driving, and listening to the mu- sic of Air Supply and The Eagles. When the school day was concerned, such classes as geometry and Accounting I were found to be very interesting, while Mr. Reinhalter and Dr. Demertzis were the teachers she admired most. She cited having Mr. Reinhalter as a math teacher for three straight years as her most memorable high school exper- ience. Upon graduation. Maria plans to go to college where she hopes to major in business administration and ac- counting. 110 ZULMIRA PEREIRA- The classes taught by Mr. Castellano and Ms. Azrak were the most enjoyable ones for Zulmira while she was at MHS. Outside of school, she worked at a part-time job which she obtained through Mr. Haus- man’s STEP program. She also liked to go to movies and the beach, swim, play paddleball. and listen to the music of The Who. the Doors, and Yes. As for the future. Zulmira intends to travel and later to enter the working world. ANDREA PICCIONE- Among Andrea s fondest memories of high school was her annual participation in Girls' Week. Where the school day was concerned, she named Mrs. Fishkin as her favorite teacher, and her BOCES course in cos- metology proved to be the most valu- able one. Beach going, dancing, listen- ing to music, and holding a part-time job were activities which filled many of her spare hours. A career as a cosme- tologist and a major in business admin- istration await Andrea in the years to come. DIANE PEWARSKI- When not working at her part-time job gained through the Work Experience Program. Diane greatly enjoyed such spare time activi- ties as painting, drawing, horseback riding, and swimming. She also found photography, skiing, camping, and lis- tening to the music of her favorite groups, the Doors and the Grateful Dead, to be very pleasurable. As far as the school day was concerned, art with Ms. Nemser was her most rewarding course, and Mrs. Johnson was her best liked teacher. Upon graduation. Diane hopes to attend a school of art. DANNY PITCAVAGE- During his high school years. Dan showed a great in- terest in sports. He was an annual member of the lacrosse team, and he also participated on the wrestling squad for two years. Academically, he cited social studies and Mr. Connolly’s science class to be his most worthwhile subjects, while Mrs. Lynch was his fa- vorite teacher. His free hours were oc- cupied with such activities as camping, driving, traveling and listening to the music of the Doors and Led Zeppelin. In the future. Dan plans to attend col- lege to major in science. ROSEMARY PERSICO- Roe was one of the more caring individuals of the Class of '81. This was evidenced by her work with Mr. Malle's Special Education class and her participation in numer- ous activities. She was a two year member of the FBLA and served as Vice-president of this group as a sen- ior. She was also a dedicated Rockette, a member of Girls' Week, and an SO representative. She cited attending the Hofstra Marching Band Festival with the Rockettes and being captain of Costume for Girls’ Week to be her most memorable high school experiences. Academically, she named Mr. Scarola and Mrs. Migdol as her favorite teach- ers. while English proved to be her most inspiring class. Her after school hours were spent biking, dancing, play- ing tennis, traveling and holding a part- time job. In the years to come. Roe. our Best Looking Senior Girl, plans to travel around the world, attend col- lege. and work toward a career as a special education teacher. ill JOE PLEINES- As far as the school day was concerned. Joe found his math and printing classes enjoyable, and he named Mr. Villani. Mr. Witt, and Mr. Pronsky as the teachers he admired the most. While at MHS. he was en- rolled in the Work Experience Program which helped him to obtain a job as a mechanic. When he wasn't working, his after school hours were spent biking, drawing, movie going, swimming, and listening to music. Joe’s future plans include attending an automotive trade school. DAVID RAFFERTY- Chuck was a credit to the Fine Arts Department at MHS. He displayed his talents in such pro- ductions as The Butler Did It, Plaza Suite, South Pacific, and Guys and Dolls. His starring roles were found to be his most memorable high school ex- periences. and they won him the title of Most Dramatic Senior Boy. In his spare time, he worked on the Question Mark and held a part-time job. He also enjoyed beach and concert going, play- ing baseball, and listening to the music of Peter Gabriel. Academically, biology and Math 11 were his most enriching courses, while Mrs. Lynch was his fa- vorite teacher. Chuck’s great sense of humor, which allowed him to be voted Class Wit. should make him a welcome addition to the college campus where he plans to major in either drama or mathematics. BRIAN PRICE- Going to the beach, boating, hiking, and water skiing were just some of the activities in which Bri- an participated. He also enjoyed driv- ing. traveling, and listening to the mu- sic of Van Halen. Ted Nugent, and The Who. Where the school day was con- cerned. Ms. Azrak and Mr. Schmitt were his favorite teachers, while earth science and computer science were considered his most interesting classes. In addition, he was a member of the Work Experience Program, held a part-time job. and worked in the Main Office for four years. Brian's future plans include studying data processing in college. RICHARD RANDAZZO- A newcomer to our school. Richard found Mr. Schmitt and Mr. Napolitano to be his most in- teresting teachers, while gym and shop were his favorite courses. His leisure hours were occupied with a variety of activities. These included bowling, driv- ing. concert going, and listening to the music of Genesis. Kansas, and Emer- son. Lake and Palmer. Other pastimes he enjoyed were playing football, padd- leball and hockey. He was also a mem- ber of a local youth group. In the fu- ture. Richard hopes to attend college and later to become a computer tech- nologist. DOUGLAS REYMANN- A variety of or- ganizations benefited from Doug's in- volvement while he was at MHS. Band trombonist for four years, active work- er for the SO. number three in the graduating class, dedicated hurdler for Winter and Spring Track- these were some of his accomplishments. His membership in the Band proved to be the most memorable of his high school experiences, and he will always recall Band Camp, Hofstra Marching Band Festivals, and school musicals with fondness. He was a participant in Marching. Concert, and Stage Bands, as well as the Pit Orchestra for Funny Girl and South Pacific. He also played the role of Harry the Horse in Guys and Dolls, and he was Band President as a senior. All of these fine arts activities earned him the title of Most Musical Senior Boy. In addition, he was an SO representative throughout high school, and he received an SO Appreciation Award for his services. A great portion of his free time as a senior was devoted to his position as Editor-in-chief of Sig- net '81. He carried out his yearbook duties in a style that was noteworthy, energetic, vocal, earnest, reliable, sa- gacious. amiable, yarn-filled, deter- mined. imaginative, efficient. Academi- cally. he was a junior inductee into the National Honor Society, was voted Most Intelligent Senior Boy by his peers, cited Mr. Johnson and Mr. Cas- sidy as his most admired teachers and chemistry and math as his most worth- while courses. As for the future. Doug plans to attend college to major in busi- ness administration and eventually to enter the aviation field. ANTHONY RIBANDO During Tony's high school years, his favorite teachers were Mr. Romano and Mr. Miller, and social studies and science were the classes that he found most interesting. He cited his field trip to the New York Experience in eleventh grade as his most memorable high school exper- ience When not working at his part- time job. he enjoyed going to concerts, drawing, and listening to the music of Jim Morrison. The Doors, and Yes. After graduation. Tony hopes to travel, attend college, and some day become a professional scuba diver. Study Hall is a real pain in the neck! HELEN ROCHE Helen was an SO re- presentative and a member of the FBLA while at MHS. and she spent many of her free hours fund-raising for these groups. An annual participant in Girls’ Week, she served as captain of Dance in her junior year, and she listed this event as her most memorable high school experience. Where the school day was concerned. Mrs. Jewell proved to be her favorite teacher, while pho- tography with Mr. Pronsky and social studies were the classes she enjoyed the most. In her after school hours, she could be found swimming at the Hamptons, skiing, listening to music, or working as a member of the Junior Achievement Program. As for the years to come. Helen plans to attend college and become an X-ray technician. V CHRISTINA RIBEIRO When not work- ing at her part-time job. Chris enjoyed listening to disco music, especially that of Donna Summer. Some of her other pleasurable pastimes included watch- ing soccer and football, dancing, going to the beach, and driving. During the school day. she found Mr. Napolitano and Mrs. Lynch to be her favorite teachers, and English and Office Prac- tice were the classes she looked for- ward to the most. In the future. Chris hopes to become a nurse. ANNA RIMI- A one-year member of Girls’ Week. Anna cited participating in this event as well as going to the Ju- nior-Senior Prom to be among her fon- dest memories of high school. Many of her free hours were occupied working at a part-time job. cooking, driving, and movie going. Scholastically, her Office Practice course and Mr. Napolitano’s English 10 class were her most inspir- ing subjects, and she found Mr. Pronsky and Mr. Kuchinsky to be her best liked teachers. As for the future, attendance at college awaits Anna in the fall. 113 ED ROKAS- While at MHS. Ed found Mrs. Lynch and Mr. Miller to be his fa- vorite teachers of the school day. and metal shop was the class he enjoyed attending the most. He was also en- rolled in a welding course at BOCES. In his leisure hours, camping, going to concerts, skiing, and listening to the music of Genesis. Yes. and Lynyrd Skynyrd were some of the activities which occupied his time. After gradu- ation. Ed hopes to become a welder and travel to California. PATRICK SANTORO As far as extra- curricular activities were concerned. Pat was a member of the baseball team for three years. During school hours. Mr. Dinapoli was his favorite teacher, and Math 9 and social studies were his most enjoyable courses. His most memorable high school experience was Ms. Dick's Social Studies II class. When not working at his part-time job. he took part in such pastimes as play- ing paddleball. watching sports, weight-lifting, and listening to the mu- sic of Billy Joel. In the future. Pat plans to go to college where he hopes to ma- jor in the business field. MELISSA RUFO Melissa, voted the Senior Girl with the Nicest Smile, proved herself to be an enthusiastic member of the Class of '81. She evi- denced her dancing ability as a devot- ed Rockette for two years, and she also served as Costume Captain in Girls' Week. She found additional time to be an SO representative, participate in Almost Anything Goes, and hold the position of Historian for FBLA. Per- forming with the Rockettes at the Hof- stra Marching Band Festivals and plac- ing third in the Long Island Kickline Competition '80 were named as her most memorable high school exper- iences. Spare time activities which she enjoyed included going to the beach, dancing, skiing, cooking, and playing tennis. Where the school day was con- cerned. she considered biology with Mrs. Lynch and chemistry with Mr. Zusselman to be her most inspiring courses. As for the future. Melissa plans to attend college to pursue a teaching career in biology. MOST VERSATILE- Cheryl Obritski and Eddison Bramble TONY SANTOS- Tony greatly enjoyed his participation in the Portuguese Folk Dance group in his freshman and soph- omore years of high school. During his after school hours, he could be found going to the beach, boating, bowling, dancing, and listening to music, espe- cially that of Pink Floyd and Led Zeppe- lin. He also held a part-time job. As for the school day. Mr. Dinapoli and Mr. Miller were his most interesting teach- ers. while metal shop was his most worthwhile class. In the years to come. Tony plans to enter the business world. 114 RICHARD SCHANNO Among Rich- ard’s most memorable high school ex- periences was his participation in the 1980 production of Guys and Dolls. As far as the school day was concerned. English and earth science were his most interesting courses, while Mr. Ro- mano and Mr. Schmitt were the teach- ers he admired most. His leisure hours were occupied with such activities as photography, watching ice hockey, go- ing to concerts, and listening to the music of Jackson Browne. Neil Young, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. During his re- maining spare time, he held a part-time job. As of now. Richard's future plans are undecided. MARLENE SAUER- During the school day. biology with Mrs. Lynch and Eng- lish with Mrs. Fishkin were the classes Marlene looked forward to the most. She enjoyed a variety of after school activities as was evidenced by her par- ticipation in Girls' Week, the FBLA. and her fund-raising efforts in sophomore year. As for her leisure hours, she could be found going to the beach and concerts and listening to the music of Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin. In addi- tion. she was also enrolled in the Work Experience Program and held a part- time job. Marlene's plans for the future include attending college to become a paralegal secretary. ROBERT SCHOENDORF During his years at MHS. Bob was a member of the football team as a freshman, a par- ticipant on the basketball team for two years and a varsity wrestler as a senior. He enjoyed camping, fishing, skiing, and watching sports, especially foot- ball. in his spare time. His leisure hours were also occupied with his job as a basketball coach. Where the school day was concerned, he cited Mrs. Gu- berman and Coach Brown to be his fa- vorite teachers, and Ms. Dick’s social studies class was named as his most memorable high school experience. After graduation. Bob plans to major in physical education in college. ANGELA SAVOCA- While at MHS. An- gela was a member of FBLA and a three-year participant in Girls' Week, an event which proved to be her most memorable high school experience. During the school day. she cited Italian I and Office Practice I as her favorite classes, while Mrs. Callahan and Mr. Dinapoli were the teachers she liked the most. Going to the beach and at- tending Grateful Dead Concerts were some interests which occupied her spare hours. She also was involved in the Work Experience Program, and she held a part-time job in a lawyer’s office. Travel and work for the airlines await Angela in the years to come. GARY SCHNITZER The outdoor life greatly appealed to Gary. He enjoyed such leisure activities as boating, camping, and skiing. Concert going and listening to the music of The Who. Good Rats, and Genesis were some of his other interests. He also held a part- time job. He found Mr. Irving and Mr. Napolitano to be his favorite teachers at MHS. and electronics and earth sci- ence were the classes which he liked the most. In the future. Gary plans to attend college. 115 PEGGIE SCHRAIMK Although she at- tended MHS for only a short time. Peg- gie cited English with Mrs. Fishkin and biology with Mrs. Lynch to be her most interesting courses. At her previous high school, she participated in such activities as the Cheerleaders, the Pep Squad, the school newspaper, and the choir. Outside of school, she found beach going, bowling, collecting an- tiques. and listening to the music of Pink Floyd to be pleasurable pastimes. As a senior, she held a part-time job. In the future. Peggie hopes to study to become an attorney. THOMAS SHEEHAN- the Phys Ed De- partment greatly benefited from Tom- my’s involvement at MHS. He was a key player on the varsity basketball team, and he served as captain of the squad as a senior. He found his partici- pation in this sport to be his most memorable high school experience. As for the school day. English with Mrs. Migdol and social studies with Ms. Bo- rax proved to be his most enjoyable courses. His leisure hours were occu- pied with such activities as jogging, swimming, playing tennis, and watch- ing all professional sports. Attendance at college awaits Tommy in the years to come. DEBORAH SETTELE Senior Class Sec- retary. captain of Girls' Week Dance in junior year. SO representative- Debbie was an active individual at Mineola. She cited her involvement in these activi- ties to be among her fondest memories of high school. In her after school hours, she could also be found working at a part-time job. playing CYO and PBC softball, horseback riding, and go- ing to the theater. Scholastically. Mrs. Jewell was her favorite teacher, while English and Mr. Basiliere's social stud- ies class were the courses she cited to be most pleasurable. Upon graduation. Debbie hopes to attend college to ma- jor in interior decorating. DOUG SHERMAN Where the school day was concerned. Mrs. Lynch and Ms. Rubinstein were Doug's most in- spiring teachers, and social studies was his favorite course. He also especially enjoyed Mr. Smith's journalism class, and he named this as his most memo- rable high school experience. Through- out his high school career, he took part in various activities. He was a four- year member of the basketball squad, participated on the baseball team as a freshman, worked with the KNZ squad, and was a staff writer for the school newspaper. Camping, skiing, concert going, and listening to the music of Jimi Hendrix and Lynyrd Skynyrd were just some of the ways in which he spent his spare time. He found the additional time to play MAA baseball and CYO basketball and to hold a part-time job. Doug plans to enter college in the fall. CAROLINE SHORTIS- While she was at MHS. Caroline greatly enjoyed being in- volved in the activities of the Fine Arts Department. She was a dancer in both Funny Girl and Guys and Dolls, and she named this along with her participation in Girls' Week to be her most memora- ble high school experiences. In addi- tion. she was a two-year member of the Chorus and German Club, and she played basketball as a freshman. Aca- demically. she cited Mr. Johnson and Mrs. Callahan as her best liked teach- ers. and social studies and science were her most worthwhile classes. In her leisure time, she enjoyed dancing, reading, skating, and traveling. After graduation. Caroline plans to major in business and English at college. 116 MOST ATHLETIC- Marianne Hacker and Eddison Bramble MICHAEL SIMON- As a senior, Mike was a dedicated member of the varsity bowling team. His remaining spare time hours were occupied with a vari- ety of activities such as stamp and coin collecting, watching sports, and going to the beach. He also found camping, roller hockey, and listening to the mu- sic of The Charlie Daniels Band to be pleasurable pastimes. Where the school day was concerned, he cited Mrs. Guberman and Mr. Zusselman to be his favorite teachers, and social studies and accounting were the classes he enjoyed the most. In the years to come. Mike plans to attend college to major in accounting and to possibly become a CPA. HEATHER SMALL- During her school day. Heather admired the teaching of Mrs. Lynch, and the course she looked forward to the most was that given at BOCES for the commercial arts. In her after school hours, she enjoyed going to concerts, hiking, camping, playing backgammon, drawing, and listening to music. Much of her remaining free time was spent at the Mineola Youth Center. Heather hopes to attend college to ma- jor in the commercial arts in future years. DENISE SIRACO Receiving her class ring and participating in Girls' Week as a freshman were Denise’s fondest memories of MHS. When the school day was concerned, she greatly en- joyed her English class with Mrs. Mig- dol and math with Mrs. Johnson. In her spare time, such activities as collecting candles, horseback riding, reading, roller skating, and listening to the mu- sic of the Alman Brothers Band. Peter Gabriel, and Yes held her interest. As for the future. Denise plans to work full time and eventually to enter college. MARIA SILVA- When not volunteering her services at a hospital or working at her part-time job. Maria enjoyed going to the beach and movies, dancing, and skating. Listening to the music of The Who. Genesis, and Yes was another of her leisure time activities. She was a member of the FBLA as a junior, and she participated in Girls' Week in fresh- man year. She cited this latter event as her most memorable high school ex- perience. Academically. Mr. Dinapoli and Mr. Witt were her most enlighten- ing teachers, and Italian and social studies were her most worthwhile classes. After graduation. Maria plans to travel and go to college. 117 THERESA SMITH Terry’s enthusiasm and class spirit were shown in many ways during her years at MHS. This was evidenced by her annual participa- tion in Girls’ Week and her membership on JV and varsity Cheering Other ac- tivities in which she took part included FBLA and the SO sponsored Almost Anything Goes. Placing second on Long Island in the 1980 Cheering Competi- tion will always remain among the fon- dest of her high school memories. In her after school hours, she could be found working at her part-time job. dancing, beach going, and swimming at the Hamptons. Where the school day was concerned, the classes which she considered most pleasurable were biol- ogy with Mrs. Lynch, math with Mr. Ehrling. and psychology with Mr. Knuffke. As for the future. Terry plans to attend college and later to teach deaf children. FAVORITE TEACHERS Mrs. Lynch and Mr. Basiliere DEBORAH SOLLITTO During her years at MHS. Debbie found business math and secretarial practice to be the most enjoyable classes of the day. and she cited Mrs. Jankowitz. Mrs. Guberman. and Mr. Knuffke as her favorite teach- ers. She occupied her after school hours with such activities as working at a part-time job as a secretary, beach and concert going, horseback riding, being with friends, and listening to the music of Lynyrd Skynyrd. Molly Hatch- et. and The Rossington Collins Band. Debbie’s involvement for two years in the Work Experience Program should aid her in her future plans to work as a secretary. JOHN SOHO- Where John’s studies were concerned, he was a participant in the STEP program for three years. He cited English with Mr. Napolitano. math, and his classes with Mr. Weston to be his most worthwhile ones. As for his after school hours, he was a mem- ber of the soccer team as a sopho- more. When he wasn’t working at his part-time job obtained through the Work Experience Program, he enjoyed going to the beach, driving, skiing, and watching and playing sports in his re- maining free time. In the years to come. John hopes to open his own res- taurant someday. KARL SOMMER- Among the hobbies which held Karl's interest were gym- nastics. playing the guitar, and camp- ing. He also enjoyed going to the beach, skiing, hiking, and being the leader of a local youth group. During his freshman and sophomore years, he played on the football, lacrosse, and basketball teams. Academically. Eng- lish and social studies were the classes he enjoyed most, and Mr. Zusselman and Mrs. Fishkin proved to be his favor- ite teachers. In the future. Karl plans to attend college. 118 TAMI SOTO- Much of Tami's free time was spent drawing and designing. She found that the classes she enjoyed the most during school were fashion de- sign and interior decorating with Mrs. Manfredo and art with Ms. Nemser. She named Mrs. Lynch as another of her favorite teachers, and she was also involved in the Work Experience and Distributive Education programs while at Mineola. Her after school hours were occupied with a variety of activi- ties which included drawing, photogra- phy. going to concerts, horseback rid- ing. and listening to the music of The Grateful Dead. Lynyrd Skynyrd. The Doors, and Pink Floyd. Upon gradu- ation. Tami would like to go to college to pursue a career in fashion design and photography. WILLIAM SURACI- Bill participated in a variety of outdoor activities such as biking, boating, camping, fishing, horseback riding, and driving. He espe- cially enjoyed photography, and his most memorable high school exper- ience was his work in the TV Studio with Mr. Collins and Mr. Hajohn. Mrs. Jewell and Mrs. Fishkin were his favor- ite teachers, and he looked forward to his photography and vocational elec- tronics classes the most. Bill's plans for the future are as of yet undecided. SCOTT STRAUSS- Scott spent many hours as a dedicated member of the Mineola Volunteer Ambulance Corps and the Mineola Junior Fire Depart- ment. Some of his remaining spare time activities included biking, camp- ing. jogging, and watching sports, espe- cially football. In addition, he held a part-time job. During the school day. Mr. Burnett and Mr. Napolitano proved to be his favorite teachers. Scott plans to attend college in the future. SANDRA SULSKY- Sincere, amiable, noteworthy, dedicated, reliable, adept, Sandy was one of the more caring indi- viduals in the Class of '81. A four year member of the Marching and Concert Bands and a participant in Orchestra for two years, she cited going to Hof- stra and Florida with the Band to be her most memorable high school ex- periences. She also held the position of Band Secretary as a senior. She found the additional free time to contribute her literary talents to correcting of paragraphs yearlong as Copy Editor of both Signet ’81 and the Question Mark. Her yearbook duties were car- ried out in a style that was beneficial, able, noble, determined. Boating, play- ing flute and piccolo, reading, listening to the music of Jackson Browne and Wings, and fund-raising for MAC were some other interests by which she oc- cupied her leisure hours. As far as scholastics were concerned, she was a junior inductee into the National Honor Society, and psychology with Mr. Knuffke and chemistry with Mr. Zussel- man were her academic favorites. In the years to come. Sandy should be a welcome addition to the college cam- pus. DALILA TAVARES- Being a member of the Spanish Club and FBLA were some of the ways in which Dalila occupied her after school hours. She also held a part-time job as a secretary, a position which she obtained through the Work Experience Program. Free time activi- ties she enjoyed included biking, draw- ing. picnicking, and movie going. Dur- ing the school day. she found social studies with Mrs. Signorelli and typing with Ms. Berson to be her most re- warding courses. She listed Mrs. Kur's Spanish class as her most memorable high school experience. As for the fu- ture. Dalila hopes to work as a secre- tary. MIKE TEEMSMA During the school day. social studies and English were the classes which Mike looked forward to the most, while Mrs. Lynch and Mrs. Fishkm proved to be his favorite teach- ers. He especially liked his gym class with Ms. Rush and said that attending this course in his junior year was his most memorable high school exper- ience. He filled his spare hours with such outdoor activities as camping, fishing, driving, and hiking. Drawing, weight-lifting, and listening to the mu- sic of Jim Morrison and The Doors were other activities which he enjoyed. After graduation. Mike plans to join the United States Marine Corps. CANDICE THOMPSON Playing bad- minton. participating in Girls’ Week, and being a SO representative were some of the activities in which Candy took part while at MHS. During the school day. home economics was her most enjoyable course, and Mrs. Man- fredo was the teacher she liked the most. In her leisure hours, she found boating, horseback riding, traveling, and listening to the music of Pink Floyd to be pleasurable pastimes. She was also a member of the Girl Scouts. In the future. Candy plans to go to college to major in secretarial science. HELENE THOMAS-Helene's high school career centered around her basketball abilities. She displayed her athletic talent by her participation on both the JV and varsity squads, and she was named an All-Division basket- ball player as a sophomore and a ju- nior. Being Sports Editor of the Ques- tion Mark and taking part in Girls' Week were two of her other after school ac- tivities. Her remaining spare hours were spent going to the beach, danc- ing. listening to the music of Bruce Springsteen and Jackson Browne, and coaching and playing St. Aidan’s bas- ketball. Where the school day was con- cerned. biology with Mrs. Lynch was her most interesting course while Ms. Azrak and Mr. Miller were her favorite teachers. Attendance at college awaits Helene in the years to come. KATHLEEN THORNTON Kathy was one of the more conscientious, effi- cient. learned, logical, orderly mem- bers of the Class of '81 Mathematical- ly inclined, she was a Mathlete for three years, and she cited Math II as her most interesting course, while Mr. Reinhalter proved to be her most in- spiring teacher. She also enjoyed chemistry and the instruction of Mr. Johnson. In her after school hours, the Orchestra benefited from her involve- ment throughout her high school years, and she was in the Pit Orchestra of Funny Girl. South Pacific, and Guys and Dolls. Rockettes and FBLA were two additional organizations in which she took part. As a senior, she gave up a great deal of her free time to carry out her responsibilites as Layout Editor of Signet '81. a position which was a further evidence of her mathematical prowess and one which involved mea- suring. adding, three R forms, head- lines. labeling, enlarging pictures, tool lines, entering special instructions. The divider pages and polished appearance of the layouts of this yearbook are a credit to her ingenuity. Skiing, listening to the music of Billy Joel, and taking pictures were some of her other pas- times. Attendance at college and a ma- jor in engineering will be integral parts of Kathy's future years. SCOTT THIEL- When not working at his part-time job. Scott enjoyed such lei- sure time activities as bowling, fishing, swimming, and watching sports, espe- cially baseball. He was a member of the Cross Country track team as a sopho- more. As for the school day. he found his social studies and gym classes to be his favorites. Scott's plumbing and heating courses studied at BOCES should prove beneficial to him in the years to come since he plans to contin- ue in this field after graduation. 120 RICHARD TOLLIVER- Rich’s free time was occupied with a variety of activi- ties. He enjoyed bowling, movie going, watching TV. swimming, and listening to the music of Lynyrd Skynyrd. He was also able to hold a part-time job. work with the Mmeola Fire Depart- ment. and participate in PBC basket- ball. During school hours. Mrs. Lynch. Mr. Irving, and Mr. Reinhalter were his favorite teachers, while electronics and Math 9 were the classes which he found the most inspiring. Attendance at college awaits Rich in the years to come. JULIE TODARO Julie showed a great interest in photography throughout her high school years. She was en- rolled in the photography program at BOCES. and she cited this as her most memorable high school experience. When the school day was concerned. Mr. Pronsky and Mr. Poole were the teachers whom she found the most in- teresting. In her free time, she enjoyed going to the beach, camping, traveling, and listening to the music of Jim Morri- son and The Doors and Neil Young. As for the future. Julie plans to travel across the country and to become a photo-journalist. JANA TOMECEK- Jana devoted a great deal of her time to the Class of '81. She was an SO representative for four years. Junior Class Treasurer and a member of the Prom Committee. Some of the other groups in which she participated included volleyball in freshman year. Cheering as a sopho- more and junior, and FBLA. Her in- volvement in all of these organizations led to her selection as the Most Out- standing Student in Extracurricular Ac- tivities. Girls' Week was another event in which she took part annually, and as a junior she served as Co-captain of Float. She named Girls' Week and Cheerleading as her most memorable high school experiences. Academically, her favorite courses were English and math, and she cited Mrs. Jewell and Dr. Demertzis as her most inspiring teach- ers. Many of her out of school hours were spent working at her part-time job. skiing, beach going, and listening to music. In the future. Jana intends to pursue a career either as a physical therapist or an accountant. ELLEN TORITTO- Athletics played an important role in Ellen’s high school years She was a JV volleyball player, a three year member of field hockey and softball, and a four year participant on basketball. She was named All-Division in field hockey as a junior, and she cited winning the 1980 Softball Division Championship and her involvement in all sports as her most memorable high school experiences. In addition, she was an annual member of Girls' Week, a junior inductee into the National Hon- or Society and this year's Co-Editor-in- Chief of the Question Mark As for aca- demics. Mr. Basiliere and Mr. Scarola were the teachers she admired the most, while geometry was her favorite course. Outside of school, some of her pastimes included biking, camping, playing PBC softball, and taking part in the Corpus Christi Youth Group. The college campus awaits Ellen in the fall. MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED- Jeffrey Arndt and Anne Macken PAMELA TUCKER During her years at MHS. Pamela was a member of such clubs as DECA and FBLA. and she played on the JV Basketball team as a sophomore. Where the school day was concerned. English II was her favorite course, and Ms. Azrak and Mrs. Jewell were her most inspiring teachers. In her spare hours, she could be found working at her part-time job. bowling, cooking, dancing or watching TV. As for the years to come. Pamela hopes to become a doctor or a pediatrics nurse. BILL TURLEY- When not working at his part-time job. Bill could be found driv- ing. playing the guitar, going to con- certs. and listening to the music of his favorite groups. The Grateful Dead and Hot Tuna. Drawing was another hobby which he found enjoyable, and pieces of his work were displayed at the MHS Annual Art Show His creative talents were recognized by his peers when they awarded him the title of Most Ar- tistic Senior Boy. It’s no wonder that art class with Ms. Nemser was his most worthwhile course of the school day. He also cited Mr Pronsky among the teachers he admired the most. In the future. Bill plans to enter the field of art or music. 122 CLASS WIT- Chuck Rafferty and Carolyn Mullin ANDREW TURLEY Andy was an asset to the MHS lacrosse team. He played this sport on both the JV and varsity levels, and his participation on this squad proved to be his most memora- ble high school experience. During the school day. he listed Mrs. Lynch and Mr. Johnson as his favorite teachers. The leisure activities which he enjoyed included skiing, camping, going to con- certs. and listening to the music of King Crimson and Genesis. Upon gradu- ation. Andy plans to become a success- ful carpenter. THERESA TUZZOLO Theresa was a very active member of the Class of '81. She cited taking part in Girls' Week and being Captain of Song in junior year to be the fondest of her high school memories. She was also a member of the Girls' Bowling team, and she was involved in the school play in her fresh- man year. Her leadership qualities were displayed when she served as Secretary of the Spanish Club and President of the FBLA. Academically, she was a junior inductee into the Na- tional Honor Society, and accounting and social studies proved to be the classes she found most worthwhile. She listed Mrs. Berson and Mr. Basi- liere as the teachers she liked the most. In her spare hours, she enjoyed playing tennis, dancing, going to the theater, and traveling. She also took part in the Work Experience Program through which she obtained a part- time job. Theresa’s future plans include majoring in either accounting or bank- ing at college. GLENN ULMAN- When the school day was concerned. German I with Dr. Me- cerod was the class which Glenn looked forward to the most. He also studied Auto Body I at BOCES. His free time was taken up by such activities as driving, camping, swimming, going to movies, riding horses, and listening to the music of his favorite group. Led Zeppelin. Presently a member of the NYS National Guard. Glenn plans to pursue a career with the United States Army after graduation. CARMELA VACCHIANO Carmela's most memorable high school exper- ience was her involvement in the 1978 spring musical Funny Girl. She was also a member of the Chorus for two years. Where her studies were con- cerned. Mrs. Fishkin and Mrs. Hecht were the teachers she admired the most, and social studies was her favor- ite class. She was involved in the BOCES cosmetology program as well. In her after school hours, she could be found biking, playing the guitar, sing- ing. writing, and participating in a folk group. At present. Carmela's future plans are undecided. MARY TWOMEY- Gymnastics, listening to disco music, roller skating, dancing, camping, and traveling were some of Mary's spare time activities. She also obtained a part-time job through her involvement in the Work Experience Program. Her favorite classes of the school day were office practice, short- hand and English, and Mrs. Callahan and Ms. Azrak were the teachers she found most interesting. In the future. Mary plans to become a police officer. ANN TYRRELL- A participant in Girls’ Week as a freshman. Ann named her involvement in this activity as her most memorable high school experience During school hours, social studies with Ms. Dick and shorthand with Ms. Fisher were the courses which she con- sidered to be most worthwhile. In her spare time, she enjoyed being with friends, playing backgammon, horse- back riding, jogging, dancing, and going to the theater She also held a part- time job. As for the years to come. Ann plans to attend college where she hopes to study business or nursing. JOSEPH VALENTE During his high school years. Joe attended classes at BOCES for Auto Mechanics I and II. He listed these courses in addition to biol- ogy with Mrs. Lynch to be his favorite ones, and Mr. Castellano was his most inspiring teacher. When not in school, he occupied his time by working at a part-time job. driving, horseback rid- ing. and listening to the music of The Grateful Dead and The Doors. He also enjoyed skiing and concert going. In the future. Joe plans to go to college for diesel auto mechanics. DAN VALLA- During his days at MHS. Danny found that his favorite classes were those taught by Mr. Storch and Mrs. Fishkm. while electronics and biol- ogy were his most worthwhile courses. In his spare time, some activities which he enjoyed were beach and concert going, driving, hiking, and skiing. Other of his interests included biking, boat- ing. camping, and listening to the mu- sic of Genesis and Al Dimeola. He also held a part-time job. Upon graduation. Danny plans to enter college and later to become an electrician or engineer. MARY VIOLANO- When not working at her part-time job. Mary enjoyed par- ticipating in such activities as driving, traveling, going to the beach, dancing, and listening to music. As far as her studies were concerned. Mr. Pronsky was her favorite teacher, while she considered all of her math courses to be her most interesting ones. She cited Mr Napolitano's English class as her most memorable high school exper- ience. In the years to come. Mary plans to go to college to obtain a degree in mathematics, and some day she hopes to teach the handicapped. PAUL VECCHIO Paul was a member of the soccer team in his sophomore year, and he named his participation on this team as his most memorable high school experience. In his after school hours, he found driving, playing paddleball. going to the theater, and listening to rock music to be pleasur- able pastimes. He also held a part-time job. Where the school day was con- cerned. Mr. Terracciano and Mr. Cas- sidy were his favorite teachers. Paul’s hopes for the years to come include becoming a detective. DELORES VINCENNIE- In her years at MHS. Delores was an annual member of Girls' Week. As far as the school day was concerned. English with her favor- ite teachers, Mrs. Jewell and Mrs. Az- rak, was her most enjoyable class. Her cosmetology course at BOCES in soph- omore year was another one of her more beneficial subjects. She partici- pated in a variety of leisure activities including beach going, boating, and camping. Traveling, dancing, and lis- tening to the music of Peter Gabriel and Genesis were other pastimes that occupied her spare hours. Delores’ plans for the future are as of now unde- cided. JANET VOLTAGGIO Janet devoted a great deal of her time to the Fine Arts Department while she was at MHS. This was evidenced by her annual par- ticipation m the Band, the Chorus, the spring musicals, and the TV Squad. She held the position of Captain of the Flag Squad as a senior, and she was chosen for the All-County Chorus as a result of her winning two medals at NYSSMA. Going to Band Camp and the Hofstra Marching Band Festivals, along with all other fine arts related events were list- ed as her most memorable high school experiences. Academically, drama with Mr. Wargo. biology with Mr. Burnett, and band with Mr. Earnhart were the classes which she liked the most. In her leisure hours, she enjoyed horse- back riding, playing the flute, going to the movies, and working at her part- time job. Janet hopes to enter the field of medicine in the future. 124 JOANN WEBER Going on a field trip with her art class in ninth grade was JoAnn’s most memorable high school experience. As a freshman, she also participated in the SO sponsored Gong Show, and she was a member of the Chorus in the spring musical Funny Girl. When the school day was con- cerned. she took part in BOCES cos- metology courses, and she cited Mr. Spacie and Mr. Miller to be her most inspiring teachers. Ceramics and Eng- lish were named as her favorite classes. Listening to the music of Neil Young and Styx, drawing, horseback riding, and skating were some pas- times which she found pleasurable. JoAnn's future plans include moving to California and opening a beauty salon. PAUL WALTERS- An avid sports fan. Paul enjoyed playing hockey, paddle- ball. and football in his after school hours. Some of his interests included beach going, driving, fishing, skiing, and listening to the music of his favor- ite artists. The Doors and Bruce Spring- steen. He was a member of the MHS Band for two years. During the school day. Mrs. Lynch and Mr. Romano were his favorite teachers, while math and gym were the courses he liked the most. He also participated in the Work Experience Program. In the future. Paul plans to attend college. MOST POPULAR- Cheryl Obritski and Eddison Bramble JAMES WEBER- When not working at his part-time job as a mechanic. Jim especially enjoyed such activities as competing in motorcross races, trail riding, and constructing electronic pro- jects. During the remainder of his spare time hours, he also liked to fish, swim. draw. read, and go boating. Mr. Irving and Mr. Miller were his favorite teachers, and electronics and metal shop were his most beneficial courses of the school day. As for the future, Jim hopes to enlist in the United States Coast Guard in order to pursue a ca- reer in electronics. CHRIS WELLS- During his years at MHS, Chris favorite course was earth science taught by Mr. Schmitt, and Mr. Poole was another of his more inspiring teachers. In his freshman year, he was a member of the German Club, and he wrestled on the varsity team as a ju- nior. As for his spare time, he enjoyed playing hockey, driving, camping, watching football, and listening to the music of The Doors. Chris' plans for the future as of yet are undecided. 125 THOMAS WELSH- While at MHS. Tom was an annual member of the lacrosse team and a participant on the football squad for three years. As a senior, he appeared in the production of Fiddler on the Roof. He listed attending Gong and Variety Shows among his fondest high school memories. During the school day. he looked forward to me- chanical drawing and the classes taught by Ms. Azrak. Mr. Napolitano. and Mrs. Lynch the most. When he was not working at his part-time job. such pastimes as beach going, weight lifting, horseback riding, camping, and listen- ing to the music of The Doors. The Roll- ing Stones, and The Who were ways in which he kept busy. In the years to come. Tom hopes to either become an actor or to join the United States Navy or Marines. MATTHEW WHITE- Matt was a major contributor to the athletic department of MHS. A four year member of the varsity Baseball team, he was elected captain in his junior year, and he cited being one of the starters on the team as a freshman as his most memorable high school experience. He was also an annual member of the Football team, playing on both the JV and varsity lev- els. and he participated on the fresh- man and JV Basketball teams. The rest of his free time was occupied by such activities as photography, reading, driving, biking, and listening to music. In 1980 he played for the MAA Babe Ruth League, and he was selected the Most Valuable Player for the Flushing Tigers. Active in his church, he was a representative to the Board of Chris- tian Education. Academically, the classes he found most enjoyable were Social Studies 10H and 11H. and the teachers that ranked among his favor- ites were Mr. Basiliere and Mr. John- son. Matt's future plans include college and possibly law school. Get out of my picture! DENISE WENGLER- A spirited member of Girls' Week for two years. Denise named her participation in this event as her most memorable high school experience. FBLA was another group in which she took part as a junior. Going to the beach, cooking, dancing, swim- ming. and writing poems were some of the ways in which she spent her re- maining after school hours. Where the school day was concerned, office prac- tice with Mrs. Callahan and math with Mr. Embler proved to be her most en- joyable courses. Her volunteer work as a nurse's aide should prove beneficial to Denise in the future since she hopes to pursue a career as a physical thera- pist. KEN WILLIAMS- When the school day was concerned. Mrs. Fishkin was Ken’s best liked teacher, while art with Ms. Nemser was his most inspiring class. He also greatly benefited from his par- ticipation in the commercial arts courses at BOCES. As for extracurricu- lar activities, he was a member of the Art Club for four years. In his spare hours, he could be found going to mov- ies and concerts, drawing, traveling, or listening to the music of his favorite groups. The Doors. Yes. and Emerson. Lake and Palmer. After graduation. Ken plans to enter the field of commer- cial arts. 126 MICHAEL WRIGHT- While he was at MHS. Mike was a great asset to the football and track teams. He was a member of each for four years. Where his studies were concerned, he en- joyed attending his English and wood shop classes the most, and he cited Miss Higgins and Mrs. Fishkin to be his favorite teachers. He also attended BOCES for courses in carpentry. When not working at his part-time job. he participated in such activities as fishing and watching television. In the remain- der of his free time, he liked to go to the movies, play paddleball. and lift weights. After graduation. Mike intends to go to college to major in the field of carpentry. V CHRIS YOUNG- Chris occupied her spare time with activities such as camping, hiking, concert going, and lis- tening to the music of her favorite group. The Doors. As far as the school day was concerned, she found English with Mrs. Fishkin to be her most worth- while class, and she was involved in conservation courses at BOCES. Mak- ing new friends proved to be her most memorable high school experience. In the years to come. Chris plans to move upstate to attend college, and she eventually hopes to become a natural- ist. CHARLES ZERVAKOS As a senior. Charles was a member of the Work Ex- perience Program, and as a result he held a part-time job. When he wasn't working, he enjoyed watching baseball and football, going to concerts, draw- ing. listening to music, and watching TV. Outdoor activities in which he took part included going to the beach, boat- ing. swimming, playing paddleball. and driving. During school hours, wood shop. English, and science were his most interesting courses, and the teachers whom he admired included Ms. Azrak and Dr. Demertzis. Charles' plans for the future are to go to college to become either an engineer or a doc- tor. WLODZIMIERZ WYSOMIRSKI Caesar had many diverse interests while he attended MHS. These included playing and watching soccer, participating in the Mathletes. dancing in a Polish eth- nic ensemble, biking, and reading. Dur- ing school hours, he worked in the SEP Office. The teachers he found most in- spiring were Ms. Derrington. Mr. Zus- selman. Ms. Borax, and Coach Car- boine. and the classes that ranked among his favorites were math, com- puter science, physics, social studies, and chemistry. In the future. Caesar plans to work in the field of computer science, travel, and meet interesting people. PENNY ZACHARIA- During the school day. Penny looked forward to Mrs. Manfredo’s advanced foods class the most. She was involved in the Work Experience Program and held a part- time job. In her leisure time, some of the activities which she enjoyed were beach going, camping, skating, and cooking. Other of her interests includ- ed dancing, driving, and listening to the music of The Beatles. The Doors, and Christopher Cross. As for the future. Penny plans to become a cosmetolo- gist. 127 MICHAEL ZIZZO In his after school hours. Mike enjoyed such outdoor ac- tivities as hiking, playing paddleball. swimming, and camping. Other pas- times in which he participated included going to concerts, cooking, and listen- ing to the music of The Doors. Led Zep- pelin. and The Grateful Dead. As far as the school day was concerned, his fa- vorite teachers were Mr. Castellano and Mr. Villani. and his most interesting courses were math and home econom- ics. Mike plans to buy a fishing boat and start his own business in the years to come. MARIA FARIA- During her high school years. Maria was enrolled in the STEP Program through which she obtained a job as a silk screener. Scholastically, math and English were her most worth- while courses, while Mrs. Fishkin and Ms. Azrak proved to be her favorite teachers. The leisure time activities which she enjoyed were bike riding, roller skating, bowling, and listening to the music of The Charlie Daniels Band. Some of her other pastimes included going to the beach, horseback riding, playing paddleball. dancing, and driv- ing. As for the years ahead. Maria plans to get married. PAUL ZUTRAU- While at MHS, Paul found his music theory class with Mrs. Muzn to be his most interesting one of the school day. and he cited Ms. Borax as his best liked teacher. When not in school, he occupied his spare hours by working at his part-time job. and he also enjoyed such pastimes as skiing, beach and concert going, playing the guitar with his band, and listening to the music of King Crimson and Gen- esis. Upon graduation. Paul would like to become a studio musician and be successful in the recording business. Camera Shy NANCY BAUGHN THOMAS BROPHY NORA CARSON JOHN FITAPELLI JOE GIELAROWSKI GLENN HALLAHAN JOSEPH KENNEDY ROBERT LAGOMARSINE THOMAS LYNN JOE ROGOZINSKI CHARLES SANDERS GAIL STUHLER PETER VANHOUTEN LAUREANO VELEZ FRANK VIERA 128 Signet Doug Reymann Sandra Sulsky Kathleen Thornton Copy, artwork, layout, editors, negatives, di- viders, advertising, reymanns- each of these was involved in the compilation of Signet '81. The editors of this yearbook will always re- member their experience as a beneficial, ardu- ous, novel, noteworthy one. By surrendering afternoons, evenings, and vacations, these edi- tors and their advisor, Miss Higgins, organized Signet '81 page by page and deadline by dead- line into what they hope will be an irreplaceable keepsake for all who peruse its pages. 136 Anne Macken, Cheryl Obritski Andrea Odnoha. Matt Komorowski Richard Banno Editorial Staff Editor-in-Chief .......................... Douglas Reymann Advisor .................................. Miss Jane Higgins Copy Editor ..................................Sandra Sulsky Layout Editor ............................ Kathleen Thornton Senior Editors .................Anne Macken, Cheryl Obritski Sports Editors ............Andrea Odnoha, Matt Komorowski Activities Editor ............................ Richard Banno Faculty Editor ...............................Jane Komarow Photography Editor ...........................Scott Holliday Underclassmen Editors .. Jeffrey Reymann, Helena Tenedorio Scott Holliday. Jane Komarow Helena Tenedorio. Jeff Reymann Signet Business Staff Howard Libes- Business Editor Ms. Fisher- Advisor The Business Staff played an important role in the publishing of this yearbook. Their primary function was to raise funds in order to keep down the cost of Signet ’81. By such activities as the sale of lollipops and holiday items, this group, under the direction of Ms. Fisher, kept busy throughout the year. Further revenue was acquired from advertisements taken out by local merchants and in-school organizations. The Signet Business Staff carried out its necessary and vital undertaking in an efficient and competent manner. 138 BACK ROW: Ms Fisher-Advisor. B Lambertson, D. Rubin, T. Minichiello. 0. Sturm, F. Veneziano, R. Palumbo. FRONT ROW: H. Libes. C Jaronczyk, T. Encizo, C. Thompson. C. Hodges, P. Fellman. Student Organization Marilyn Borst-President Dr. Demertzis-Advisor Cheryl Obritski-Vice-President The Student Organization worked diligently to serve the MHS population and to keep the student body informed about problems and events concerning this school. The officers met on a monthly basis with representatives from each social studies class to exchange and debate ideas in an open discussion. The SO also held fund-raisers such as candy bar and magazine sales to help support its activities and to contribute to the Mustang Activities Co- alition. In January, the officers along with their advisor, Dr. Demertzis, traveled to Albany to participate in a conference with other student governments from around the state. There, they traded ideas and suggestions on fund- raising and school spirit. The concept of “Spirit Week was a result of such a meeting. The SO is to be commended for its service to the stu- dents, the school, and the community. Jeff Arndt-Treasurer Senior Class Representatives BACK ROW: M. Rufo. J. Altoonian. K. Anderson. E. Bramble. S. Lucke. R. Fox. THIRD ROW: R. Banno, L. Bergman. K. Hansen. K. Burns. L. Deflorio. D. Connor. SECOND ROW: C. Mullin. D. Manzolillo. P. Doig. J. Voltaggio, A. Ribando. FRONT ROW: J. Tomacek. F. Carvalho. R. Persico. H. Roche. Junior Class Representatives 140 BACK ROW: N McGinness. G. Covello, P. Green. C. Jaronczyk. A. Canzoneri. V. Scott. THIRD ROW: D. Ruhn. L. Sinitsky. L. Hofmann. D. Sturm. J. Lee. C. Minnott. SECOND ROW: H. Tenedorio. G. Sedgh, S. Aragona. M. Falk. T. Gross. FRONT ROW: J. Reymann. K. Levin. J. Cross. D. O'Connor, B. Cox. Sophomore Class Representatives BACK ROW: R. Gallagher, K. Tedone, D. Bryk, J. O'Connor. T. Tucker, T. Spicer. D. Episcopo. MIDDLE ROW: A. Mehloma- kulu. D. Jackson. E. Henriques. A. Bailey. C. Parsons. J. Sherry. P. Rufo FRONT ROW: L. Eckhardt. T. Bastos, C. Schnabel. S. Davanzo. M. Bedell. Freshman Class Representatives BACK ROW: M. daSilva. R. Gadaleta. T. Doherty. M. Marcoccia. T. Kennedy. S. Carlucci. J. Ofier MIDDLE ROW: P. Mahos. C. Lynn. M. Sinisi. B. O'Connor. P. Ockovic. B. Donohue. FRONT ROW: B. Benatti. J. Smith. D. Sarno, C. Russo. 141 National Honor Society The Mineola chapter of the National Honor Society is a group of students who are both academically talented and actively involved in extracurricular functions. Require- ments for admission to the society include scholarship, character, leadership, and service. A junior inductee must have maintained a 90 average, and an average of 85 is needed by a senior. This year, the National Honor Society, under the guidance of its new advisor, Miss Higgins, helped Mineola students in need of tutoring and aided the elderly in cooperation with the local network of NOVA. The mem- bers of this organization are to be commended for their service to the school and the community. J. Arndt-Vice President. D. Manzolillo-Treasurer. K. Kovel- Secretary, A. Macken-President. Junior Inductees BACK ROW: L. Coleman, P. Doig, T. Tuzzolo, D. Man- zolillo. Miss Higgins-Advisor. A. Macken, K. Kovel, S. Sulsky, S. Kantrowitz. FRONT ROW: J. Arndt. D. Rey- mann, H. Libes. L. Manuta. Not Pictured: J. Ellis. E. Toritto. Senior Inductees BACK ROW: F. Carvalho. A. Odnoha, K. Thornton. J. Komarow FRONT ROW: J. Odnoha. R. Banno, M. Ko- morowski. S. Holliday. NOT PICTURED: M. Borst. I Castela. J. McCarthy. M. White. 142 Question Mark BACK ROW: F. Carvalho. L. Hofmann. P. Doig. H. Tenedorio. D. Schnabel. H. Thomas. FRONT ROW: S. Sulsky. H. Canavan. S. Davanzo. K. Burns. NOT PICTURED: S. Loehle. J. Benatti. The official MHS newspaper, the Question Mark, was entirely student written. Featuring such monthly col- umns as “Milton Mustang” and the “Inquiring Report- er,” the paper invited wide participation of the student body. By including front page news, editorials, and sports, the paper kept the students informed on all facets of the school. Under the literary direction of Mr. Smith and the business guidance of Mr. Romano, the entire Question Mark staff should be praised for its journalistic endeavors. BACK ROW: J. Lettieri. L. Friedman, T. Romano MIDDLE ROW: S. Fink. K. Anderson. G. Viehmann, P. Green. C. Hansen. T. Smith. J. Cross. FRONT ROW: B. Bedell, T. Schmelke. A. Fink. Editors-in-Chief: E. Toritto, J. Komarow. Advisors: Mr. Romano. Mr. Smith 143 Band D. Schnabel-Treasurer. D. Reymann-President. G. Moses-Drum Major. Mr. Earnhart-Director. S. Sulsky-Secre- tary. J. Reymann-Vice President. The MHS Band always gets an early start. Each summer, the group spends a week at Band Camp with its director, Mr. Earnhart, learning routines for the fall events. Its first performance in 1980 was the Hofstra University Marching Band Festival. Over fifty schools from Long Island participated in this three-night gala, which served as a final tune-up for the up-and-coming interscholastic competitions. After modest efforts at the Poughkeepsie and Lindenhurst events, the Band’s season climaxed with a first place finish at the Oceanside meeting. In addition, the Band performed regularly at all of the Mineola Mustang home football games by playing and marching to “The William Tell Overture, New York, New York,” and “Alexander’s Ragtime Band.” Other Band activities this year included the Winter and Spring Concerts and the Columbus Day Parade in Manhattan. The continued success and enthusiasm of the Band have become a tradition and an asset to Mineola High School. Color Guard BACK ROW: J Voltaggio. S. Gistedt, L. Coleman. S. Sulsky. J. Cunneely, L. Gistedt, K. Rafferty. J. Peters. L. Calvo, C. Kolsch. FRONT ROW: J. Weiss, P. Doig. Brass BACK ROW: P. Gundel. T. Schmelke, L. Egan. D. Borysowski. L. Busching, D. Reymann. K. Cox, J. Reymann, M. Borst. T. Johnston. FRONT ROW: R. Sommer. L. Kubat. D. Lettis. M. Berger. G. Menegay. M. Weiss. Percussion BACK ROW: K. Anderson. B. Cox. D. Schnabel. FRONT ROW: J. Schmitz. D. Shannon. Woodwinds BACK ROW: S. Sasso. G. Graser. D. Paris. J. Mor- rone. B. Berger. S. Lucke. R. Grossman FRONT ROW: G. Friedman. D. Romano. T. Dickenson. L. Pulese. R. Darrow, S. Kantrowitz. L. Camione. L. Friedman. 145 Stage Band Brass, saxes, bass guitar and drums are some of the instruments contained in our talented Stage Band. Under the supervision of Mr. Earnhart, these students spend several hours each week learning to play and understand modern jazz arrangements. Their hard work culminates in their perfor- mances at the Winter and Spring Concerts as well as at several com- munity activities. In addition, they are featured at Open House and at the Senior Awards Breakfast. This musical group has provided many hours of entertainment and enjoy- ment to our school. BACK ROW: T. Schmelke. L. Egan. T. Johnston, P. Gundel. M. Borst. MIDDLE ROW: J. Reymann. M. Weiss.L. Kubat, K. Anderson. D. Shannon. D. Reymann. FRONT ROW: Mr. Earnhart-Director. L. Coleman. D. Schnabel. P. Doig. S. Sasso, S. Kantrowitz. G. Friedman. L. Friedman. R. Darrow. S. Fink. Orchestra BACK ROW: H. Libes. A. Polak. M. Wood. D. Sarno. L. Friedman. D. Shannon. D. Lucera. K. Thornton. N. Agrell. THIRD ROW: L. Kubat. M. Berger SECOND ROW: J. Reymann, K. Cox. P. Gundel. M Borst. L Egan. D. Reymann. FRONT ROW: S. Sulsky, L. Coleman. J. Komarow. S. Kantrowitz, L. Camaione, B. Berger, 0. Schnabel. The Mineola High School Orches- tra is a thriving musical organiza- tion consisting of violins, violas, cel- los and basses which works in con- junction with the woodwind, brass, and percussion sections of the Band. Performing at the annual Winter and Spring Concerts, the Orchestra, under the direction of Mr. Boykin, entertains at various community functions throughout the year as well. These musicians also play in the Pit Orchestra for the Spring Musical. Mineola’s en- semble frequently sends represen- tatives to the All-County and Long Island Festivals. In addition, two members participated in the All- State Orchestra, and one was ac- cepted into the All-Eastern Orches- tra. This group has brought honor and pride to our school district through its outstanding perfor- mances of classical pieces. 147 Concert Singers The Mineola High School Concert Singers are a group of dedicated stu- dents who perform annually at many functions both in and out of school. Classes meet daily, and special re- hearsals are scheduled in preparation for concerts. The group was involved in both the Winter and Spring Concerts, as well as in the Mineola Choral Society Concert in June. In addition, the Con- cert Singers appeared at the Kiwanis Club and took part in an exchange con- cert with Seaford High School. Under their director Mrs. Muzii, these talent- ed students enjoyed a year filled with sounds of harmony. BACK ROW: K. Lohmuller. J. Trusch. L. Coleman, D. Schnabel. D. Reymann. S. Lucke, P. Doig. M. Grgas. J. Cross. K. Rafferty THIRD ROW: C. Ferreira. S. Hall. C. Marchesano, G. Friedman. C. Froehllng. R. Grossman. M. Confessa. M. Dyroff, C. Schnabel. SECOND ROW: S. Rubin, C. Schreiner, T. Nowak, A. Gross, J. Konicki, D. Jones, Mrs. Muzii- director. FRONT ROW: M. Wood. C. Tuzzolo. J. Wood. L. Friedman. J. Liu. J. Green. J. Neft. Barberettes The Barberettes have brought MHS a dis- tinctive kind of music. The members of this ensemble are students who enjoy singing and wish to broaden their scope of vocal exper- iences. Their repertoire is comprised of num- bers with four part harmony. In addition to the Winter and Spring Concerts, the Barberettes also perform at Open House and sing at Roose- velt Field during the holiday season. In just three years, the Barberettes, under Choral Di- rector, Mrs. Muzii, have become a successful and active group in the school and community. BACK ROW: K. Lohmuller, J. Wood. P. Doig, K. Rafferty, M. Contessa. MIDDLE ROW: L. Friedman, J. Liu. J. Trusch. A. Gross FRONT ROW: M. Wood. A. Polak, C. Tuzzolo. 148 Guys and Dolls In the spring of 1980, the Mineola High School Department of Performing and Fine Arts presented its rendition of Guys and Dolls. Under the direction of Mrs. Muzii, Mrs. Plaia. and Mr. Earnhart, the cast brought this musical fable of Broadway to life. Starring in the lead roles were Liz Toritto as Sarah Brown and Chris Homer as Sky Masterson. The supporting role of Nathan Detroit was played by Chuck Rafferty, and Jeremy Green portrayed Miss Adelaide. Many hours were put into the choreographing of the production numbers. Thanks to the hard work of all involved from auditions to opening night, Guys and Dolls was a great success. 149 Thespians Mineola Thespian Troupe No. 276, under the direction of Mrs. Plaia, is part of a na- tional organization whose responsibility is to supervise theatrical activities within the school. The major concern of the Thespi- ans is to select and stage the annual Fall Production. This year's show, Plaza Suite, proved to be a highly successful perfor- mance, drawing a very large turnout. To become a Thespian, students earned points by participating in theatre oriented activities, completed initiation assign- ments, and attended the induction cere- mony. The Thespians should be commend- ed for their continued interest in the Fine Arts Department. BACK ROW: A, Auriemma. J. Komarow. S. Loehle. Mrs. Plaia- Advisor MIDDLE ROW: C. Rafferty. P. Fellman. FRONT ROW: C. Buckheit, D. Schnabel. Stagers Behind the sets, scenery, and lighting at the various productions at MHS were the Stagers. These students, along with their advisor, Mr. Prescott, prepared backdrops, props, and numerous other visual settings to create a suitable atmosphere for every performance. Besides the art of set con- struction, they also learned the operation of curtains and lights. The Stagers provide a service which is seen yet unseen; without them, the show could not go on! 150 BACK ROW: T. Timlin, B. Brandon. J. Jones. M. Luther. L. Manuta. L. Dicken- son. MIDDLE ROW: B. Lynch, D. Kearney, P. Fellman, S. Loehle. B. Poluliah. FRONT ROW: B. Bouchery, C. Jednat, K. Twomey. AV-TV Production Crew BACK ROW: J. Garrido. D. Galosich, Mr. Collins-Advisor, J. Benatti, B. Suraci. Mr. Hajohn MIDDLE ROW: G. Cox, R Tripodi. Mrs. Lamantia FRONT ROW: J. Lontrao, J. Saldutti. The task of informing students about events at MHS was accomplished by the AV-TV Production Crew. Through their daily program, the Sunrise Report, they kept the students on top of the news and ahead of the times. With their advisors, Mr. Collins and Mr. Hajohn, the dedicated members of this group coordinated and broadcasted news of up and coming school activities as well as other bulletins. While they contributed to the student body’s awareness, the people involved gained valuable first hand experience in the production and technical aspects of television broadcasting. 151 FBLA Accounting, stenography, and public speaking are just a few of the many skills associated with the Future Business Leaders of America. The Mineola Chapter of the national FBLA system, directed by Mrs. Callahan, Mrs. Berson, and Ms. Morrison, is a group of talented students with an interest in the field of business. In order to raise funds to finance a trip to the Concord Hotel, the group undertook sales of candy and holiday candles. At the Concord, the members competed against other FBLA Chapters in business related areas. The ultimate goal of the FBLA program is to turn out intelligent, aggressive business leaders for the future. 152 BACK ROW: E. Rooney. G. Hall. C. Evans. J. Schneider. M. Gatto. T. Sheehan. D. Sherman. K. Sommer. FOURTH ROW: L. Callarota. B. Leoci. C. Rohlfing, K. O’Leary. T. Calen. P. Mackin. L. Ratcliffe. A. Polak. L. Wezwick. THIRD ROW: H. Roche. D. Settele. C Ricciardi. P. Liguori. C Baker. K. Thornton. M. Simon. SECOND ROW: L. Carlin. T. Smith. A. daSilva. R. Reginio. S. Neofitidis, S. Kwestel. C. Emanuel. C. Thompson. C. Hodges.FRONT ROW: J. Carroll. P. Holsten. N. McGinness. K. Levin. S. Strauss. M. Mezzina. D. Gibbons. T. Tuzzolo-President. R. Persico-VicePresident, P. Sie- mann-Secretary. D. Manzolillo, J. Tomacek-CoTreasurers. C. Obritski-Reporter. M. Rufo-Historian, C. Costa-Parlia- mentarian. ADVISORS: Mrs. Berson. Ms. Morrison. Mrs. Callahan. DECA BACK ROW: R. Pinkney, J. Baker. N. Cassiotis. A. Walter, E. Rosario. P. Zacharia, R. Durant. D. Hickman. T Gross. FRONT ROW: D. Settele. K Anderson. R. Schanno. B. Daly, P. Tucker. C. Minott. Mr. Witt-Advisor. Mrs. Intrator-Advisor, T. King. V. Scott. The Distributive Education Club of America is part of a nation wide organization. This year, the members of DECA participated in county and state competitions where they tested their knowledge in various business skills. With the guidance of Mr. Witt and Mrs. Intrator, DECA played an active role at MHS. By running the school store, the members also gained valuable experience in business and leadership. 153 Spanish Club Each year the main goal of the Spanish Club is to raise money to buy toys and clothing as a donation to an orphanage. Under the leader- ship of Mrs. Kurs, the club spon- sors such fund-raising activities as candy sales, flea markets, and car washes for this purpose. The re- mainder of the club’s money is used to reduce the cost of an annu- al luncheon at a Spanish restaurant and of a horseback riding trip. Oth- er club outings include picnics and attendance at Broadway musicals. The members of the Spanish Club also meet pen-friends through the International Youth Service, and they provide a tutoring service for MHS students enrolled in Spanish courses. BACK ROW: I. Castela, C. Tuzzolo, G. Krasinski, L. Pleines, L. Sanders, C. Emanuel. S. Neofitidis, S. Fink, P. Sheppard, P. Ockovic. A. Macken, Mrs. Kurs- Advisor. MIDDLE ROW: L. Camaione, S. Staniszewski. G. Hall, L. Pulese. S. Pitcavage, M. Bonilla. P. Doig. FRONT ROW: T. Liss, K. Belsky. D. Desousa. A. Warrick. S. Hall, D. Dave. Portuguese Club The Portuguese Club is an active and beneficial group at MHS. Un- der their advisor, Mrs. Guberman, they undertake year round fund- raisers to collect money for de- serving causes. Each year, they make donations to needy families and to an orphanage. The rest of their funds go toward a scholarship for a well-deserving student. Their year is highlighted by a Christmas party and a Valentine's Day dance at the Portuguese American Club. The members serve the school by tutoring Portuguese students in English. Through their endeavors, the Portuguese Club helps to bring the community closer to the school. BACK ROW: J. Henriques. M. Calo THIRD ROW: M. Bonilla, A. Vera. A. DaSilva, M. Fernandes, L. DaSilva. T. Nguyen. SECOND ROW: L. Gamez. J. Mendes, C. Valente. L. Pereira. H. Silva, G. DaSilva, D. Altunes. M. Couto. M. Leitao. FRONT ROW: Mrs. Guberman-Advisor, I. Castela. 154 Mathletes The Mathletes are a group of stu- dents who enjoy the challenges of mathematics. This year's team, ad- vised by Mr. Embler, consisted of five seniors and four underclassmen. Com- peting as a team once a month against schools throughout Nassau County, they find solutions to many intriguing problems. STANDING: R. Grossman, L. Coleman. S. Kantrowitz, L. Camaione. Mr. Embler-Advisor. SITTING: W. Wyszomirski. A. Gross, K. Thornton. Art Club Under the guidance of Ms. Nemser, the members of the Art Club expanded and sharpened their artistic talents. These stu- dents enjoy creating sculptures, paintings, and sketches individually and as a group. Each year, they display their projects at the annual Art Show sponsored by the Mineola High School Fine Arts Department. 155 BACK ROW: M. Kerins. N. Palmaccio. A. LaBianco. R. Neto. T.Keane. J. John- son. S. Davanzo, G. Viehmann. Ms. Nemser-Advisor. FRONT ROW: J.Lin, D. Walsh. T. Friedrichs. R. Choy. B. Turley, J. Kuskowski. SEP Workers The Substitute Enrichment Program, or SEP, under the direction of Mrs. Mastellone, was a refreshing change from the regular school day. By offering pro- grams for students with absent teachers or free per- iods, SEP brought many cultural and informational events to MHS. Arts and crafts such as wheat weav- ing, stained glass, and pumpkin carving, along with guest speakers and feature films, assured the stu- dents of a variety of alternatives to Study Hall. The SEP Program was always in search of interesting ways to keep the student body entertained and in- volved. BACK ROW: T. Diciero, T. Spruill, J. Morrone. M. Gentil, L. Diciero. MIDDLE ROW: Mrs. Mastellone-Coordinator. A Phippard. J. Hof- mann. P. Beveridge. H. Canavan, J. Reginio. Mrs. Composti FRONT ROW: A. Bartscherer. C. Wyszomirski, J. Farenga, T. Hofmann. Main Office And Guidance Workers Many students volunteer their time to help the school run more smoothly. Aiding Miss Mackay in the Main Office and Mrs. Barnola and Mrs. Rossen in Guidance by running errands, filing, or- ganizing, and generally helping with nu- merous office tasks are just some of the services that the Main Office and Guidance Workers provide. These workers devote much of their free time, and they should be commended for their assistance in keeping the school’s offices ready to serve the stu- dent body. 156 BACK ROW: Mrs. Barnola. S. Rubin. S. Lobasso, A. Weber. I. Almeida. FRONT ROW: Mrs. Rossen. W. Schrank. A. DeSousa, C. Froeling, Miss Mackay. Sound Service Squad The Sound Service Squad could be found behind the scenes at many of the school's ac- tivities. Directed by Mr. Irving, these students brought us the audio” at such events as foot- ball games, assembly programs, musicals, plays, and Girls’ Week. The members of the Sound Service Squad gained experience in the operation of audio equipment, and the student body enjoyed the programs presented with the help of these talented individuals. BACK ROW: J. Saldutti. C. Jednat. J. Judge. J. Going. FRONT ROW: Mr. Irvmg- Advisor, A. Tavares. Chess Club The Mineola High School Chess Club consisted of a small group of students interested in the varied aspects of the game. With their advisor, Mr. Cassidy, they shared strategies and ideas in the hopes of expanding their knowledge of tactics and techniques. The members competed amongst themselves as well as against other schools. M. Komorowski, S. Fink, J. Sysak, B. Cox, R. Banno. NOT PICTURED: Mr. Cassidy- Advisor. 157 Popular fiivoritei V thatreaiy 1 payoff! SPCRTS Football BACK ROW: S. Holliday. P. Wiemann, M. Wright, E. Bramble. M. White, M. Innella. K. Cox, P. Mahas. C. Jarrard, J. Hansen, T. Welsh. MIDDLE ROW: G. Carboni. C Bates. M. Gallagher, J. Odnoha, G. Lester, J. Corrigan, R. Lester, D. Cruse. B. Drexler. S. Mendyk. FRONT ROW: J. O'Connor- scorekeeper, R. Barry. R. Norberg, J. Arndt. J. Altoonian, S. Lucke, K. Aikman. M. Dimakos. Mineola's 1980 Football team, coached by Mr. Weidlein, completed its season with a disappointing record of 2-5-1. Many veteran squad members were plagued by injuries throughout the season. These injuries took speed out of the backfield and much of the coordination necessary to run the offense. In spite of such difficulties, many members turned in excellent performances. One of these players was Eddison Bramble. Although Eddison was primarily known for his excellent ball-carrying of previous seasons, this year the defense profited from his skills. He accumulated an average of 11 tackles per game. In response to his outstanding all-around play, he was named All-League, All-County, All-Long Island, and he was chosen for the Kiwanis All-Star team. The offensive line was headed by All-Leaguemen Pete Mahas and Rich Lester. Rich was also chosen to play on the Kiwanis All-Star team. Sophomore Rob Lutz filled the quarterback position nicely for the injured Matt White. Leading receivers were Ken Cox and Jeff Arndt. Jeff’s best game was that against Lynbrook, in which he made five receptions. The squad was further aided by Steve Mendyk. Steve displayed his prowess in every defensive play of the last two seasons. Other key members included John Altoonian, Scott Holliday and Mike Innella. With most of the squad graduating and very few returning lettermen, next year’s team is expected to concentrate on rebuilding its organization. 162 Kevin Aikman punts the ball down field. Mike Wright makes a crucial reception. Mineola's defense is ready for the next play. Volleyball With only two returning starters, the Girls’ Volleyball Team practiced long, hard hours to improve its bump, set, spike, and offensive game and had a victorious season. The team was led by the accurate spiking of senior Marianne Hacker and the setting of seniors Kathy Burns and Andrea Odnoha, this year's captain. These three girls were also chosen All-Division. Their excel- lent playing added to the outstanding performance of the rest of the team. Under the guidance of their coach, Ms. Messina, the girls secured the Division title with a final record of 11-1 and entered the Nassau County play-offs with great optimism. The team won the first game of the playoffs, giving them the opportu- nity to compete in the quarter-finals at Nassau Com- munity College. They were upset by a loss but played an exciting match which lasted the three game limit. They ended their season with dignity and triumph. In spite of the loss of three starting members and the inexperience of the underclassmen, Ms. Messina has great confidence in the team and is looking forward to another successful, rewarding season next year. 164 BACK ROW: K. Gallagher. L. Lorusso. MIDDLE ROW: L. Kubat. K. Kolsch, A. Bartscherer, C. LaRocca. FRONT ROW: M Hacker, K. Burns, Ms. Messina-coach. A. Odnoha-captain, P. Doig. Phyllis Doig saves the ball. Marianne Hacker executes a spike. Kathy Gallagher dinks the ban over the net. The team awaits the serve. Kathy Burns sets the ball up for a spike. 16S Soccer BACK ROW: Mr. Schmitt- Coach. S. Sasso. P. Gundel. P. Tamayo, D. O'Connor, M. Couto, S. Lucke, J. Nunes, L. Velez, L. Bushing. MIDDLE ROW: J. Reis. W. Wyszomirski, G. Goulet, K. Pembroke. R. Velez, J. Garcia. Mr. Carboine- Coach. FRONT ROW: R. Sommer. N. Matias. P. Manning, T. Padinha, J. Costa, D. Parsons. P. Mendes. T. Diciero. NOT PICTURED: A. Herrera. M. Goncalves. The 1980 Varsity Soccer team, coached by Mr. Carboine, compiled a league record of 5-4-1 and an overall record of 6-6-2. By taking third place in its division, Mineola qualified for the play-offs. The team was led by its strong defense. Protecting the goal was All-Countyman Scott Sasso, a junior. Scott kept the squad in many of the games with his excellent goaltending. He was responsible for one shut-out and numerous one-goal games. Outstanding support was given by senior sweeper Junior Velez, freshman fullback Paul Mendes, junior fullback Robert Sommer, and junior stopper Manny Couto. Guiding the offensive side of the team was All-Division honored Al Herrera who had the best goal scoring record on the team for the past two seasons. Joe Costa was also awarded All-Division honors for his superb offensive ability. Contributing to the scoring with their outstanding ball control were seniors Sherlund Lucke and Joe Nunes. In the first game of the play-offs, the team defeated Great Neck South 3-1. Unfortunately, Mineola was disappointed in the quarter-finals by a 4-1 loss to Roslyn, a team which eventually went on to win the Nassau County Championship. With many young players returning, Coach Carboine is looking forward to capturing first place next year. 166 Al Herrera attempts a corner kick. Goalie Scott Sasso prepares to punt the ball. Sherlund Lucke heads the ball away from an opponent. Tony Pedinha dribbles past a defender. Manny Couto blasts an indirect free kick upfield. Joe Costa kicks the ball away from a defender. 167 Cross Country G Toritto, J. Kalaboukas, M. Donato. Mr. Malle-Coach. NOT PICTURED: D. Blakely The Mineola Cross Country squad, coached by Mr. Malle, competed in all the League meets. The team consisted entirely of new runners: senior Matt Donato, juniors John Kalaboukas and George Toritto, and sophomore Debbie Blakely. Mr. Malle feels that each one of these runners showed steady improvement throughout the season. He also hopes to see a larger turnout for next year’s team. 168 Winter Track BACK ROW: M Komorowski, J. Arndt. B. Vesley. J. Kalaboukas. E. Bramble, B. Cox. K. Cox FRONT ROW: Mr. Malle- coach. D. Blakely. B. Jesberger. M. Hacker. K. Burns. K. Kolsch. The Mineola Winter Track team, under the direction of Coach Malle, had only participated in one meet as Signet went to press. Ken Cox, last year’s Conference Champion in the high hurdles, again proved himself in this event by making the semi-finals in the Bishop Loughlin Track Meet. His goal for the rest of the season was to break the school record for the high hurdles and to improve his high jump. The team was also aided by Eddison Bramble’s shot putting. Eddison had placed second in the team’s division the previous year in the shot put and this year, he will add the high jump event. Underclassman sprinter Ben Wei, middle distance runner Brian Cox, and distance runner John Kalaboukas were expected to show their running skills through the season. Seniors Jeff Arndt and Matt Komorowski were looking to contribute to the team’s efforts by entering in a number of novice events. The squad was further aided by the addition of female athletes. They included Marianne Hacker, Karen Kolsch, Kathy Burns, and Barbara Jesberger. With many members graduating, Mr. Malle is looking for young, talented runners for next year’s squad. Basketball BACK ROW: K. Gallagher, L. Lorusso, Mr Herman-coach, E. Eckhardt. H. Thomas-captain. MID- DLE ROW: L. Lambertson. T Minicheilo. K. Burns-captain. E. Toritto. L. Peterson. C. Dowback. FRONT ROW: D. Edgerson. C. Burns. 8. Jesberger. L. Lorusso. S. Davanzo. The Girls’ Varsity Basketball season was al- most over, with only three games remaining as Signet went to press. The team record at this time was 6 wins and 5 losses. With their great dedication and enthusiasm, the girls hoped to win the last games of their season. The team was led by senior captain Helene Thomas, who plays the wing position. She was the team's high scorer and rebounder, and she had the most assists. She was also picked as All-Division player for the past two years. An- other key player, junior Barbara Jesberger, broke the school record for scoring the most points, 32, in one game. She was also the star defensive player. The remaining starting five included senior captain Kathy Burns, junior Kathy Gallagher, and junior Lisa Lorusso. Rounding out the team by giving their addition- al support off the bench were seniors Ellen Toritto and Lorraine Lambertson, junior Eileen Eckhardt, sophomore Linda Lorusso, and freshman Cindy Dowback. Coach Herman is looking forward to a very successful, winning season next year with many experienced players returning. 170 Helene Thomas dribbles down the court. Ellen Toritto takes a jump shot from the corner. Lisa Lorusso takes a shot at the basket. Eileen Eckhardt jumps for the ball. 171 Basketball BACK ROW: Mr. Schmitt- Coach. C. Bates. B. Hanley. B. Johnson. D. Sherman.M. Beresheim. G. Moses. S. Lucke. FRONT ROW: T. Sheehan, M. Dimakos. P. Eising, T. Tucker. L. Walsh, J. Lignos. As Signet went to press, the Mineola Varsity Basketbail team had achieved an overall record of 2 wins and 5 losses. The season began slowly, but with the many remaining League games, the team hoped to improve its record and perhaps to make the play-offs. After dropping its first three Non-League games, the squad came back by defeating Wheatley 68-51 and out-shooting Port Washington 63-62 in overtime. Contributing to the team's wins was its excellent performance on defense. Leading the offensive was center Burnis Johnson. In the seven games played, Burnis averaged 19 points. His shooting ability was demonstrated during the overtime victory against Port Washington in which he scored 27 points. Adding to the scores were forwards Gary Moses, Sherlund Lucke, and Craig Bates, centers Doug Sherman and Brian Hanley, and guards Tom Sheehan, Jim Lignos, and Matt Dimakos. Unfortunately, Mineola’s offense showed considerable weakness from the foul line, which explained their losses. Juniors Paul Eising, Terry Tucker, and Lawrence Walsh were all expected to turn in excellent perfor- mances. Coach Schmitt feels that with improved foul shooting and continued hard work the team can capture first place in its division. 172 Gary Moses drives inside for a basket. -r wmm Lawrence Walsh runs down court on a breakaway. Mineola looks for control of the tip-off. 173 Wrestling BACK ROW: Mr. Guido- coach. K. Moyse. D. O'Connor, M. Innella, R. Drexler. M. Gatto. F. Inzerillo. MIDDLE ROW: J. Altoonian, R. Velez. G. Coiro. M. Gund, R. Morgan. R. Micera. FRONT ROW: R. Glenn, M. McCarey. P. Mlhalitsianos. As Signet went to press, the Mineola Wrestling team was enjoying its best record in ten years. The squad had only one Non-League match remaining, and the season included some impressive wins, such as Glen Cove (51-18), Westbury (39-19), and the tough New Hyde Park (49-16) teams. Its fine record of 10-5 was readily attributed to Coach Guido's vigorous practices. The team was fortunate in having many talented wrestlers. A leading member was Co-captain Mike Innella. Mike had a total of six pins, many of which brought the team to victory. He also achieved second place in his weight class in the Hempstead Tournament. Also at this match, sophomore Gerard Coiro placed first in his division, while senior Co-captain John Altoonian and sophomore Robert Glenn both recorded second place wins. Throughout the season, these four individuals performed extremely well against the roughest competi- tion. The squad was greatly enlivened by supporting grapplers Dan O'Connor, Kevin Moyse, Ron Velez, and Rob Drexler. Without their dedication, this year’s team would not have fared nearly as well. The squad was hoping to continue its winning momentum in the Divisional Tournament. With the loss of only a few members to graduation, next year's team should be a successful one. Rifle BACK ROW: G. Lesmeister, S. Holliday. P. Woytysiak. M. Borst. FRONT ROW: J. Woytysiak, C. Lesmeister. C. Fernandes. F. Ramos. As Signet went to press, the Rifle Team had achieved a record of 3 wins and 3 losses. With five matches remaining, the squad was looking forward to improving its record. During the first half of the season, the team showed its capabilities in a match against Manhasset. Excellent marksmanship was displayed by junior Paul Woytysiak. He was backed by the fine shooting of senior co-captains Glenn Lesmeister and Marilyn Borst. The remaining members of the team included John Woytysiak, Scott Holliday, Cliff Lesmeister, Fred Ramos, and Carlos Fernandes, who were all great assets to the squad. With the loss of only three seniors to graduation, Coach Samuels hopes to take advantage of a strong underclassman team in heading for a division title next year. 175 Bowling L. Wilczynski, K. Losnedahl. A. Bryk, J. Gallagher. D. Blakely, Ms. Rush-coach. As Signet went to press, the Girls’ Varsity Bowling Team was ready for another victorious season. The team was then in first place, undefeated after five consecutive matches, and the girls looked forward to continuing their success and acquiring the Conference III Championship. The team was led by seniors Joan Gallagher and Karen Losnedahl with outstanding averages of 156 and 154, respectively. The girls continued to play well and score high point records. Rounding off the team were senior Andrea Bryk, junior Lisa Wilczynski, and a new member, sophomore Debbie Blakely. With the loss of only three seniors, Ms. Rush, the girls' coach, was looking forward to drafting new mem- bers and rebuilding the championship team. 176 Bowling K. Schmidt. M. Simon. Mr. Carboine- Coach. J. Arndt- Captain, B. Tolliver, R. Tolliver NOT PICTURED: P. Doig. As Signet went to press, the Boys’ Varsity Bowling team had just begun its season. The team placed second in its division with a point record of 8-3 after four matches, which included taking all three points in a match against Clarke. The team had many excellent bowlers, and leading the squad this year was senior Jeff Arndt who was team captain for the third straight year. Seniors Rich Tolliver, Mike Simon, and Phyllis Doig, junior Ken Schmidt, and sophomore Bob Tolliver were all expected to give strong performances in the remaining matches. The team was again looking forward to doing well in the County roll-offs, as well as qualifying for the County Tournament. With a number of senior bowlers graduating, next year's team, aided by upcoming JV bowlers, hopes to have a great season. 177 Baseball BACK ROW: D. Beresheim, J. Arndt. S. Sasso, J. Corrigan. Mr. Terc- Coach, M. White- Captain. L. Lubrano. P. Hopkins, B. Catania. FRONT ROW: R. Fox, M. Dimakos. M. Komorowski. M Lutz, D. O'Connor. H. Gully. It was an outstanding year for the 1980 Varsity Base- ball team. The Mustangs' performance on the diamond saw them finishing second at the end of the regular season. By posting twelve wins and six losses, Mineola achieved its best mark since 1976; it was also good enough to capture a play-off berth. The Mustangs' season started at a crawl, losing the first three games to New Hyde Park and dropping two of three to South Side. The ball club appeared to be in for a long season. However, behind All-Countyman Marty Lutz’s .460 batting average, including 5 homer- uns, and with more power from All-Division honored Pat Hopkins and Matt White, the team's offensive abili- ty soon proved itself. The team was aided further by the dependable pitching of Don Beresheim, Howard Gully and Ron Fox. Other key contributors to the squad included infielders Dan O’Connor, Matt Komorowski and Matt Dimakos, and outfielders Jeff Corrigan and Lou Lubrano. Entering the play-offs, Mineola defeated Seaford and Herricks but lost a heartbreaker to Garden City, 7-6, in 8 innings. With eight players returning, Coach Terc feels that this year’s team will again display its enthusiasm and take part in play-off competition. 178 The Matts are ready for action. Howard Gully winds up to throw. Ron Fox follows through on his pitch. Matt White completes his swing. Pat Hopkins sets a target. 179 Softball ■ ? T BACK ROW: C. Bellizzi, L. Dries. K. Homer. Mr Villani- Coach. MIDDLE ROW: K. Burns. E. Toritto, M. Hacker. P. Doig. FRONT ROW: A. Odnoha. M. Carolin, A. Grodotzke. L. Kubat, K. Kolsch. NOT PICTURED: D. Marcelonis. K. Kessler The 1980 Girls’ Softball Team had a very rewarding and successful year. The girls opened their triumphant season with a win of 14-2 against Great Neck South and closed it in a victory over South Side. They became Division Champions with a final record of 12 wins and 3 losses, making them eligible to compete in the county play-offs. Winning the first round against Valley Stream South, the girls entered the second round with great confidence, but they were disappointed when defeated by Herricks in a close game. The team was led by the exceptional batting and fielding of centerfielder Margaret Carolin and shortstop Kathy Burns, who were both chosen as All-Division players. The outstanding pitching of Alice Grodotzke, who had an amazing total of 65 strikeouts throughout the season, earned her an All-Division title as well. As only two seniors will be leaving the starting line-up, Mr. Villani is hopeful of yet another successful season. 182 Linda Kubat awaits action in the outfield. Kathy Burns concentrates on the pitch. Margaret Carolin sprints down the first base line. Alice Grodotzke winds up to pitch. Andrea Odnoha takes a good cut at the ball. t 183 Lacrosse BACK ROW: N. Fabiano. R. Barry. J. Odnoha, N. Fitzpatrick. T. Thurmond. G. Davis. R. Young- Coach. MIDDLE ROW: D. Pitcavage. H. Franke. J. Spara. J. Martin. C. Riddick. FRONT ROW: T. Ritterbusch, J. Altoonian, J. Scheppa. P. Canzoneri. A. Turley. NOT PICTURED: J. Coiro. The 1980 Mineola Lacrosse team, coached by Mr. Bob Young, completed the season with an overall record of 6 wins and 12 losses. The team came within one game of the play-offs but fell short after suffering a tough loss to Great Neck South, 8-7. Despite a poor record, the team showed strength by defeating Clarke in the opening game. They also acted as a spoiler by beating Hempstead late in the season, thus eliminating Hempstead from the play-offs. Leading the offense was attackman Tommy Ritterbusch, who tallied 52 goals which contributed to his receiving of All-Division honors. Heading the defense was Harold Franke, who was credited with All- League honors. Other notable members included freshman goalie Jerry Coiro, midfielders John Martin and sophomore Phil Canzoneri, who scored four goals in one game against New Hyde Park. With a number of experienced lettermen returning, this year’s Lacrosse team is looking forward to an impressive season. 184 Dan Pitcavage maneuvers around a Freeport defender. Harold Franke looks for an open midfielder. John Martin eludes a stick check. Tommy Ritterbusch heads toward the goal. 185 Joe Odnoha takes a shot on goal. Badminton BACK ROW: Mr Spade- Coach, K. O'Leary. C. Siwinski, J. Griffin, J. Evenchick, L. Calvo. MIDDLE ROW: S. Olsen, M DiFazio. G Viehmann, P. Doig, L. Schmelke. S. Golden, C. Schnabel. FRONT ROW: S. Kantrowitz. S. Henderson, J Peters. S. Aragone. C. Tuzzolo, L. Massaro. The 1980 Girls' Badminton Team was led by Jennifer Griffin who played first singles, and Sharon Olsen and Marianne DiFa- zio who were the second doubles squad. Both achieved a final record of 6-2 and qualified for the Conference Championships. Terri Benatti and Sue Ellen Golden, also excellent players, were our first doubles team. They played exceptionally well, but they met tough opposition and were disappointed by a record of 2-6. The team's final overall record was 4 wins and 4 losses, which placed them fourth in their conference. Although many seniors have left the team, their coach, Mr. Spade, is looking forward to a victorious season in the coming year. 186 Terri Benatti serves the birdie. Sue Ellen Golden awaits the return. Sharon Olsen and Marianne DiFazio are set for action. Lee Massaro lobs the birdie over the net. Jennifer Griffin is prepared for the smash. 187 Spring Track BACK ROW: M. Wright. E. Bramble. K. Cox, Dr. Mecerod-Coach. FRONT ROW: B. Wei. B. Cox. E. Scheele, M. Kubat NOT PICTURED: L. Busching, R. Norberg, J. Sysak, Mr. Malle-Coach. The 1980 Spring Track team completed the season with a league record of one win and three losses. The team showed considerable strength in some individual performances as well as in a number of post-season meets. Leading the team was Eddison Bramble, who set five school records in his junior year. He competed in many post-season events including the Conference Cham- pionship, the Nassau County Championship, the Floral Park Relays, the Nassau Coaches Meet and the Port Washington Invitational. Ken Cox was also a great as- set to the team as a junior. He set the school record for the 110 meter hurdles and participated in the Nassau County Championship and the Port Washington Invita- tional. Another outstanding member was Mike Wright, who tied the junior high jump record and excelled in this event at the Conference Championship. Other contributions to the team included Eric Scheele's long distance running and Russ Norberg's performance in the walk, shot put, and discus. Although the team had a poor record in dual meets, strong support was given by sophomores Brian Cox, Ben Wei, Mark Kubat, Larry Busching, and John Sysak. With all but one track member returning, Coach Malle feels the team should use its experience to make this year a most successful one. 188 Ken Cox clears the hurdle in good form. Eddison Bramble warms up before the meet. Russ Norberg leads in the walk. Eric Scheele overtakes an opponent. Brian Cox sprints for the finish. 189 Rockettes BACK ROW: C. Obritski, A. Crimmins. K. Thornton. M. Dyroff, H. Roche, M. Rufo. R. Persico. FRONT ROW: L. Bergman. D. Connor. One of the many talented groups in Mineola High School, the Rockettes showed their enthusiasm as they performed in the Pep Rallies and Half-time Shows at ail home football and basketball games. Under the direction of their advisor, Mrs. Esposito, and the leadership of captains, Laura Bergman and Diane Connor, the girls practiced long, hard hours to perfect their routines. They were also a colorful addition to the Marching Band with which they participated in the 1980 Newsday Marching Band Festival at Hofstra University and the 1980 Columbus Day Parade. Besides attending these perfor- mances, the Rockettes entered into various kickline contests and became the 1980 Nassau County Kickline Champions. They continued their success in the 1980 Long Island Kickline Association Competition where they placed third in the Senior-Large Division. In addition, the group also spon- sored a competition of its own at the high school. With their enthusiasm and determination, the girls should certainly continue their success in future endeavors. L. Bergman- Captain C. Esposito- Advisor D. Connor- Captain BACK ROW: L. Hofmann, D. Ruhn, K. Donovan, J. Barry. J. Lee, L. Roche, K. Macken. T. Spinner, THIRD ROW: B. Corso, P. Donovan, J. Boyd. A. Canzoneri. S. Lohmuller. C. Schnabel. A. Levine. L. Matos. SECOND ROW: R. Carullo, P. Conklin, J. Green. E. Hlavenka. L. Salka, J. Persico. P. Green. FRONT ROW: D. Sarno. M. Lykos. M. Trusch. L. Rainha. L. Sinitsky. 191 Cheerleaders E. McDonnell- Captain A. Odnoha, A. Macken K. Hansen- Co-Captain 192 K. Gallagher. P. Senft. L. Ratcilffe If you attend any pep rallies or football and basketball games, you will be sure to see the Mineola Cheerleaders arousing spirit in the crowds. Besides performing at these events, they hang posters in the lobby and decorate the locker room to build confidence within the teams and spread enthusiasm throughout the school. To raise money this year, the girls held numerous candy sales and hosted their third Annual Cheering Competition. After placing second in the All Long Island Competition last year, the Cheerleaders have continued their outstanding accomplishments this year. They began with their attendance at the NCA Cheering Camp, where the girls learned new cheers, stunts, and chants. Their list of achievements started here when they won superior ribbons, an event which pointed them in the direction of success. They also entered into county competition this year, and under the guidance of their advisor. Miss Finander, and the leadership of captain Eileen McDonnell and co-captain Kim Hansen, the girls worked long, tiring hours to perfect their cheers in preparation for this event. All of their hard practice was not in vain; the girls achieved the title of First Place County Champions, making them eligible to participate in the Long Island Competition held at Hofstra University. This was also the first year that the JV Squad had entered into a county contest. With their high hopes and ambition, they achieved third place in the Brentwood Competition, which also made them eligible to compete for an All Long Island title. Having shown their dedication and enthusiasm in everything they have done, the Cheerleaders were truly an asset to MHS this year. As for next year, the girls hope to continue their success. BACK ROW: K. Buttino. S. Adler. J. Lagerman. C. Rohlfing. J. Konicki. MIDDLE ROW: P. Tesauro, L. Lorusso, P. Rufo. S. Dowbak. K. Tedone, T. Minichello, D. Bryk, D. Wolfson. FRONT ROW: R. Gallagher. 193 Girls’ Week Girls' Week is an annual event of glamour and excitement eagerly awaited by all. The girls of each class compete in such categories as Entrance, Dance, and Cheering. Their athletic ability is shown in basketball and volleyball. Imagination is exhibited in the creation of Posters, Floats, Costumes, and Songs. Many weeks of hard work and determination are exhibited by everyone involved in presenting this spectacular event. As Frosh on Broadway, the girls of the Class of '81 showed enthusiasm and spirit which continued through their sophomore year. With their theme, Sophs’ Second Childhood, Cheer- ing achieved a perfect score, and poster tied for first. This contributed to a score which placed them second in the competition. As juniors in the Wild West, the girls took first place in sports with a score of 9.5. Whatever the outcome of this year's event, it will always be a high school memory to be cherished by all. TOTS? Ml PPE TS % . CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1981 DAVE GREENBERG STUDIOS 340 Westbury Ave. Carle Place, L.l. ED3 - 5606 OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS OF THE 1981 SIGNET «V CITY LINE L ' 1640 HILLSIDE AVENUE NEW HYDE PARK, N. Y. 11040 (516) 354-9037 (212) 343-5525 Flou'ers For All Occasions 'Instruction ends in the schoolroom, but education ends only with life. A child is given to the universe to be educated.” Frederick William Robertson We, the CHEERLEADERS, would like to wish the Graduating Class success and happiness in the years to come. 149 Jericho Tpke. Mineola, NY T ypewriters-Duplicators Adding Machines-Mimeographs Supplies Norelco Dictating Machines 741-3240 REINKE’S FLORIST 225 Second Street Mineola, N.Y. 11501 ARTHUR M. LEWIS Sales-Rentals-Repairs Music Lessons 152 Mineola Blvd. Mineola, N.Y. 11501 742-3961 KEARNEY OFFICE MACHINES BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF’81 HERBERT A. SULSKY AND SAM HABER Attorneys at Law 181 Hillside Ave. Williston Park, N.Y. H S LEATHER SHOP INC. Specializing in fine leather apparel, handbags accessories 529 Jericho Tpke. Mineola, N.Y. 11501 (516) 742-8767 CLASS OF ’81 WE WISH YOU LUCK AND HAPPINESS fjpp’ T tr 3V -V ’JLx. 'rT mt 'mx.y v % Jg U m Henry Janer- Manager Irwin Janer- Manager THE MHS CONCERT SINGERS AND BARBERETTES COMPLIMENTS OF ASSOCIATION OF MINEOLA SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS Good Luck Buena Suerte Bonne Chance Buona Fortuna Boa Sorte Viel Glueck Fortuna Bona THE LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT El numero uno THE SPANISH CLUB wants to express its best wishes to The Class of 1981. Buena Suerte! 208 MAMA THERESA PIZZERIA RESTAURANT 2421 Jericho Tpke. Garden City Park (Waldbaum’s Shopping Center between Marcus Ave. and Herricks Rd.) da There is no road top long to the man who advances deliberately and without undue haste; there are no honours too distant to the man who prepares himself for them with patience. Jean de LaBruyere We would like to thank our advisors and officers for the help they have given us throughout our four years to make our class a successful one. SENIOR CLASS 1981 PRESIDENT - Marc SECRETARY - Debbie Lewandoski Settele VICE-PRESIDENT - Kathy TREASURER - Denise Kovel Manzolillo ADVISORS - E. Jewell F. Dinapoli 210 JOSTEN’S, ALONG WITH ALL THE MEMBERS OF THE JUNIOR CLASS, WOULD LIKE TO WISH THE CLASS OF 1981 ALL THE VERY BEST OF LUCK. Jeanne Lee-President Julie Cross-Vice-President Mr. Frank Carboine-Advisor Helena Tenedorio-Secretary Maria Mezzina- Treasurer Mrs. Marjorie DaVanzo-Advisor Best Wishes to the graduating Class of 1981 whose Spirit and Determination will always be remembered at Mineola High THE STUDENT ORGANIZATION Advisor- Strati Demertzis PRESIDENT Marilyn Borst VICE-PRESIDENT Cheryl Obritski SECRETARY Lesley Friedman TREASURER Jeff Arndt 212 REPRESENTATIVES TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION Kelly Homer - David Schnabel “ONLY THE EDUCATED ARE FREE” EPICTETUS MINEOLA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION Best Wishes to the Graduating Class of '81 and the Senior ROCKETTES. Laura Bergman Diane Connor Alicia Crimmins Cheryl Obritski Ro Persico Missy Rufo Helen Roche Kathy Thornton Co-Captains TO THE VIEW.” •THOMAS CAMPBELL THE ENGLISH DEPARTMENT Boa Sorte from THE PORTUGUESE CLUB Best Wishes to the Class of ’81 Where tomorrow’s careers begin today” BUSINESS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT COVELL HARDWARE SUPPLY CO. Plumbing-Heating Oil Burner Supplies and Hardware 2310 Jericho Tpke. Garden City Park, N.Y. 11040 Pil-5569 THE MHS BAND WISHES THE CLASS OF ’81 MANY YEARS OF HEALTH AND HAPPINESS DIRECTOR- Mr. Stan Earnhart PRESIDENT- Doug Reymann SECRETARY- Sandy Sulsky VICE-PRESIDENT- Jeff Reymann TREASURER- David Schnabel THE MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL CHAPTER OF FBLA EXTENDS SINCERE BEST WISHES FOR A WONDERFUL FUTURE BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF 1981 MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL PTSA BRIGHT LIGHTS IN YOUR FUTURE TO THE CLASS OF ’81 THESPIAN TROUPE 276 my. DEPARTMENT BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF ’81 Best Wishes to the Class of 1981 THE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT “The direction in which education starts a man will determine his future life” Plato Best Wishes to the Class of ’81 THE SOCIAL STUDIES JAY’S DEPARTMENT STORE Gym uniforms and school jackets 196 Jericho Tpke. Mineola, N.Y. PI6-4887 Open daily 9am to 6pm Friday to 9pm A work of art is a corner of creation seen through a temperament Emile Zola Best of Luck to the Class of 1981 From the staff of THE QUESTION MARK CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF 1981 GUIDANCE COUNSELORS Nick Domoroski Edward Finn Marjorie Glucksman Adrienne Kennedy Vito Merola NURSES Frances Cicino Frances Geary GUIDANCE SECRETARIES SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST Lillian Barnola Doris Rossen Morton Wolitzer LIBRARIANS Bernice Levy Edna Malino WATERLOO II FANTASY GAMES UNLIMITED INC. Yesterday is a cancelled check. Tomorrow is a promissory note. Today is the only cash you have. Spend it wisely. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1981 MINEOLA COUNCIL OF PTA’S 240 Mineola Blvd. Mineola, N.Y. 11501 747-8180 TO THE CLASS OF ’81 WHAT YOU ARE TO BE, YOU ARE NOW BECOMING. GOOD LUCK FROM THE CLASS OF’84 Congratulations to the graduating Class of ’81 Also a special recognition to the dedicated yearbook staff LORHILL INDUSTRIES Mineola OUR VERY BEST WISHES TO THE GRADUATES OF 1981 THE MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL FATHERS’ CLUB Parents, Relatives, And Anthony D. Almeida Mrs. N. Faulkner Mr. Mrs. W. Arndt Mr. Mrs. Michael Fenick Paul Ash Steven M. Fink Mr. Mrs. John Azrak Carole Finkelman Ed Linda Finn William F. Baker Ms. Eliza Fisher Mr. Mrs. Koji Banno Rhoda Harold Fishkin Mr. Mrs. Jack Barry Mr. Mrs. Paul Flanzer Mr. Bill Basiliere Nancy Sheldon Friedman The Baugh Family Manfred Friedrichs Mr. Mrs. Bergman Mrs. Pearl Berson Fyedka Tzeitel Mr. Mrs. John F. Borst Mary John Gallagher Joyce Don Bryk Mr. Mrs. D. Gatto Bob Marilyn Burns Mrs. Marjorie Glucksman J. Guberman Rachel Rudolf Cadovius Mr. Mrs. Joseph Caiola Dan Guido Mrs. Shirley Callahan Mr. Mrs. D. Hanley Mr. Mrs. Henry J. Canavan Frederick Elizabeth Hans Mr. Mrs. Joseph A. Carboni Janet Bill Hansen The Carlin Family Mr. Mrs. Arthur Herrforth Mr. Mrs. Antonio Carvalho Miss Jane Higgins Thomas P. Cassidy The Hodges Family Mr. Mrs. Joaquim Castela Bruce Castellano Mr. Mrs. David Hughes Ann John Caton Mr. Mrs. Ralph G. Innella Elizabeth Conlon Mr. Mrs. Joseph Connelly Marjorie Intrator Clare M. Cooper Belle Jankowitz Mrs. Kathryn Coughtry Mr. Mrs. Clayton Jarrard Mr. Mrs. John Crimmins Mrs. E. Jewell Mr. Mrs. E. Cunneely Carol Johnson Mr. Mrs. Edward Cunningham D. Johnson Mrs. Charles Judge Mr. Mrs. H. D’Amour Jr. Arthur Lillian Kalberer Mary Danna Mrs. Adrienne Kennedy The DeFlorio Family Mrs. Barbara Kennybrook Josette Delgado Mr. John Kennybrook Carol DeLuca Paul Dorothy Komarow Dr. Strati Demertzis June Komorowski Ms. Mary Derrington Alice Kovel Ms. Joan S. Dick Mr. Mrs. Stanley Kowalczyk Family Mr. Mrs. Leighton Dickenson Mr. Mrs. N. Krochta Mr. Mrs. Fred Dinapoli Mr. Mrs. Max Krueger Mr. Mrs. John S. Doig Mrs. Sarita Kurs Nick Domoroski Mr. Mrs. Jerry Donatelli Mr. Mrs. A. Kuskowski Mr. Mrs. Samuel Donato Maria LaBarbera Mr. Mrs. Fred Durham Mr. Mrs. John Lambertson Mr. Mrs. Cosmo Lavenziano Richard Florianne Ellis The Leonard Family Mr. Thomas Embler Mr. Mrs. C. Lester Friends Of The Senior Class Mrs. Bernice Levy Mr. Mrs. Nathan Libes Family R. Lotito Mr. Mrs. James C. Macken Edna Malino Mr. David Malle Mr. Mrs. T. Mangan Vivian Gerald Manuta Mr. Mrs. Carmine Manzolillo Manny Marques Rosemary Nick Martone Marissa Mastellone Mr. Mrs. Gerard F. McCarthy Mr. Mrs. Frank Mendyk Vito A. Merola Betty Mac Migdol Mrs. Mary Mihalitsianos Martin Mishket Harold Mary Montoux Dorothy Morgan Miss Eileen Morrison Gary Moses Mr. Mrs. A. J. Moyse James Helen Mullin Mrs. Shirley Muzii Mr. Vincent J. Napolitano Nappy Wilbur The Nowakowski Family Mr. Mrs. Chester Obritski John E. O'Connor Unitah Odnoha Othello Livia M. Pereira Mrs. Louise M. Petraglia Mr. Mrs. Frank Pewarski Jr. MaryAnn Angie Plaja Mr. Mrs. Robert Pleines Mr. Mrs. Don Price The Pronsky Family The Rafferty Family Mrs. Julia Reinig The Reymann Family Dr. Mrs. William Roche Rose M. Rokas Mr. Mrs. Mario Rufo Abe Samuels W. Sanders Mrs. J. Savoca Family Nicholas Scarola The Schanno Family Mr. Mrs. Robert Schmitt Mr. Mrs. Martin Schnitzer Mr. Mrs. R. Settele Mr. Mrs. J. Shortis Ann Simon Rosemary Sinisgalli Mr. Mrs. Anthony P. Siraco Charles Audrey Smith Mr. Mrs. James Smith Mr. Mrs. W. P. Strauss Jr. Herbert A. Marion S. Sulsky Mr. Mrs. William Suraci The Teemsma Family Mrs. Thompson Barbara Richard Thornton Mr. Mrs. Frederick Tolliver Marie Tomecek Fletcher Tomic Mr. Mrs. P. Turley Mr. Mrs. Anthony Tuzzolo Mr. Mrs. Sean Twomey Mr. Mrs. Francis Tyrrell Glenn Ulman Mr. Mrs. E. Villani Mary Violano Anna Nick Voltaggio Mr. Mrs. Joseph P. Weber Mr. Mrs. Karl Weber Coach Weidlein Mr. Mrs. Richard J. Wells Thomas Welsh Norman E. White Mr. Mrs. Charles Williams Mr. Witt Frank Young Mr. Mrs. Joseph Zizzo Frederick Zusselman Betsy Salemson Acknowledgements Seemingly infinite amounts of hard work, dedication and determina- tion have gone into the successful production of the yearbook you have just read. We, the editors of Signet '81, would now like to take this opportunity to thank the people without whose guidance this task would have been literally impossible. Miss Jane Higgins, our advisor, who has somehow found the pa- tience in her heart to endure another year. Miss Eliza Fisher and the Signet Business Staff, who searched long and hard for advertisements in order to lower our costs. Mr. Chet Smiley, our representative from Josten's American Year- book Company. Mr. Bob Biello and Mr. Dave Greenberg of Greenberg and Biello Studios, the official Signet photographers. The advertisers, boosters, and all others who contributed in any way to Signet ’81. • '-r. • a. k � « « • . • % .. . • ’ • _ . . _ . 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