Monsignor Farrell High School - Cornerstone Yearbook (New York, NY)

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Mrs. Patricia Mulligan Mrs. Mulligan, a member of the Farrell faculty for eight years, has a B.A. in English from Pace University and attended graduate school at the State University College at New Paltz. She previously taught at St. Rose ofLima School in Brooklyn and at St. Marks School in Catonsville, Maryland. Mrs. Mulligan, who co-moderates the Drama Club, enjoys needlework, the theater, aerobic dancing and going bowling with her husband, Donald. They have a three year old son, Timothy. One of her favorite quotes is Neither a borrower nor a lender be - especially when it comes to homework. 1 ff! 2' z vi Mr. Nicholas Garis Mr. Garis, who has been at Farrell for two years, teaches expository essay writing to seniors, English and honors English to sophomores and Library science and speech to freshmen. Mr. Garis' degrees included an A.A., a B.A. in English and an M.S. in secondary education. Before coming to Farrell, he was a substitute teacher at I.S. 34 and Tottenville H.S. Mr. Garis enjoys music, sports, photography, writing, travel, oth- ers and himself. A working class hero is something to be. 9' ...S-V' .,-4 Mr. Timothy J. Fitzpatrick Mr, Fitzpatrick came to Farrell this year and filled the position left open when Br. Guinn was forced to leave. He is teaching English to freshmen. Mr. Fitzpatrick has a B.A. in psychology from St. Francis College. He has taught in the New York area and worked at the Board of Education for three years. Mr. Fitzpatrick's interests include skiing, tennis, coaching, theatre, reading and traveling. Better late than nev- er. . .. to J Miss Elizabeth Wheeler Miss Wheeler is a new member of the Farrell faculty. She teaches A.P English, Classic Theatre and honors English tojuniors. Miss Wheeler is a graduate ofCountess Moore H.S. Her degrees include a B.A. from New York University, an M.A. from Stony Brook and is currently flnishing her dissertation in American literature at Stony Brook and should graduate in June with a Ph.D. Miss Wheeler has also taught at Stony Brook and Southampton College. She is the new moderator of the sci- ence flction club at Farrell. Miss Wheeler lists her interests as camping, travel and Rock 8: Roll.

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8 awww -X33 , . 2 r.. ,X,X, X X r A AvQ,, Mr. Martin J. Walsh This year Mr. Walsh took on thejob of chairman of the English depart- ment. In addition to this responsibility, he also teaches English II and III. Mr. Walsh has a B.A. from Manhatten College and an M.A. from Seton Hall University. Mr. Walsh is the outstanding coach of the Varsity cross-country and track and field team. He enjoys running, golfing, water sports and reading. ENGLISH DEP RTME Miss Denise Schweffler Miss Schweffler is now in her second year at Farrell. She has taught honors English to Freshman and this year is teaching English to sopho- mores and library science and speech to freshmen. Miss Schweffler has a B.A. in English. She has also taught at Assumption School. At Farrell, Miss Schweffler moderates the drama club. She enjoys swimming, read- ing, dance and theatre. . 6 VKVL M? sryslr ? H 4, wi 3 J .h,.. 2 Q I QM, V, Mr. William M. Fenley In just his second year at Farrell, Mr. Fenley has become very popular among the students. He has a B.A. in English and formerly taught at Mt. Carmel School. Mr. Fenley teaches English I and IV He moderates the Varsity basketball team. Mr. Fenley's interests include reading, music and animals. Live life to your fullest capacity.

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LIBRARY STAFF Miss Pascocello TYPING lm ea Miss Antoinette Santoemma Miss Santoemma has been at Farrell for four years. She teaches two typing courses and a notehand course. Miss Santoemma has a B.S. in education, an M.S. in business education and an Executive Secretarial Diploma from the Merchant and Bankers Business School. Miss Santoemma has taught at the Mandf Medical School and St. John's Villa Acade- my. She lists her interests as aerobic dancing, yoga and piano. 30 Sister Kelliher Sister Katherine Kelliher, C.N.D. Sister continues as the librarian at Farrell in her eleventh year here. She has an M.L.S. from Villanova University. Sister Kelliher has been an elementary school principal and has also taught Latin, French, English and history in three high schools. She moderates the library and audio-visual club. Sister Kel- liher enjoys theater, music, knitting, crochet- ing, sewing and all crafts. Charity begins at home and justice begins next door. Miss Anne Pascocello Miss Pascocello, who has been at Farrell for eight years, is the secretary to the librarian. She is well qualified, having worked as a sec- retary for the Navy Department and the De- partment of Defense and Public Health Ser- vice. Mlss Pascocello enjoys traveling, music, knitting, crocheting, and sewing. Lord make me an instrument of your peace . . . Prayer of St. Francis USIC DEP RT E T Mr. Lawrence A. Christiansen Mr. Christiansen is the new Music Director at Farrell. Hisjobs include directing the March- ing Band, Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Concert Choir and the Gospel Choir. He has a B.RS. in sacred music from the Empire State College. Before coming to Farrell, Mr. Chris- tiansen was the chairman of the Department of Fine and Performing Arts at Staten Island Academy for five years. In his free time, he enjoys scripture studies and directing drum and bugle corps. Go home and practice!l!! Mr. Donald Joseph Mr. Joseph has been the assistant band direc- tor at Farrell for the past eleven years. He uses his talent and experience when instruct- ing the band members in the finer points of music. Mr. Joseph is an excellent musician and often joins the Farrell Band in concerts throughout the year. He enjoys all music.