Paramus High School - Delphian Yearbook (Paramus, NJ)

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English In the second year of its elective program, Tapestries, the English department has continued to provide students with an innovative approach to the study of English which is the art of communication. Under the dynamic direction of Mr. Emil J. Sanzari, the department expanded its program of electives this year to include not only seniors but also juniors. Whereas sophomore students were still required to take a full year ' s course of regular or advanced English, juniors and seniors were given the alternative of choosing two half-year electives from a wide array of subjects. Courses for seniors included these topics: Language, Thought, and Behavior; Literary Themes: A Search for identity; Twentieth Century Poets; and Creative Writing. Junior courses, divided into two groups: Writing and Language Structure, and Literature and Media, included classes in Script Writing, Journalism, and Fiction Writing in the first group, and Shakespeare: Tragedy and Comedy. Famous People, Musical Theater, and Humor in the second group. Students were required to choose one course from each category. Traditional classr oom learning was supplemented in several ways. Students in many electives enjoyed visits from outside speakers, such as poet Joel Oppenheimer and biographer Walter Teller. Sponsored by the department, the Performing Arts Pro¬ gram for seniors afforded the opportunity for professionals to come to the school to give students an introduction to several fields of the humanities. One of the programs was a presentation on the ballet by Edward Villella, principal dancer of the New York City Ballet. Further introduction to the arts was provided by frequent trips to the theater which were available to students free of charge. Still another source of extra-classroom educational experience was the English Study Center, which can truly be called the heart of the department. Serving as both a meeting place and a satellite library in addition to an administrative office, the Center provided not only a place for extra study but also an opportunity for students and teachers to engage in in¬ formal discussions and increased communication. In a world which is always in the state of flux, many people find themselves confused as to their own feelings and those of their neighbors, unable to communicate their confusion, and barely able to cope with the chaos around them. Man has always found in the arts a means of clarifying this chaos and his position in the world and, thus, making his life more sensible, more meaningful, and more beautiful. Through the study, experience, and discussion of literature, films, and other branches of the humanities, the English department hopes to begin to meet the needs of students in search of greater understanding. Through the development and practice of greater skills in communication, the department sees a means for students to spread this newly-found knowledge. Miss Beverly Barbour Advanced English II American Family in Drama and Film English II Script Writing National Honor Society, Co-Adviser Mr. Robert Boyce Advanced English IV Individualized Reading Language, Thought, and Behavior The Delphian Ms. Leanore (Lee) Cohen Tutorial English II Tutorial English IV Mrs. Joanne A. Barsalona English HI Spaced Out Midnight Lit T wirier s i Mrs. Frances Bigart English II Functional English Tri-Hi-Y Mr. Emil Sanzari English IV Modem Drama Department Chairman Miss Ruby Bishar Advanced English IV English IV Modem Drama Famous People Mr. William J. Byrhe English II 22 Tutorial English III American Humor AFS

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Highlights of History Mr. John C. Graig American History Crime and Justice in America Indoor Track Coach Through the study of the highlights of the past and an analysis of the present, the Social Studies department strives to instill students with an awareness of the world, its people, and its problems. Under the leadership of Mr. L. Lanzalotto, the department offers a diversified and challenging curriculum. This year the Social Studies department has continued its program which allows stu¬ dents to elect the full year history course or to choose electives as an alternative. Stu¬ dents have the option of choosing four of the many innovative mini-courses which range from Black American History to Crime and Justice to Contemporary Reli¬ gions. Two other popular courses being offered for the first time are Philosophy and Psychology II. They are both one semester courses. In addition, the History Study Center provides a place to go to preview a film, have a question answered, or engage in discussion. In this two story structure a teacher is always on duty to assist the students. Book, magazines, and newspapers are available for the students ' use. This Study Center is also large enough to host special programs for three or four classes. Two of the programs seen this year were a debate between representatives of the two major candidates for governor, and a program dealing with unions which was attended by representatives of the U.A.W. This year also marks the beginning of the Social Studies department ' s plans to spear¬ head the bicentennial celebration of the United States. It hopes to develop an interdisci¬ plinary approach to this celebration which will spur the student ' s involvement just as the successful Indian Day program did last year. Miss Stephanie Khyatt American History Mr. Anthony A. Latevola Black American History Economic Geography Twentieth Century Change in America And YOU claim to be an existentialist? questions Mr. Pascrell in a Philosophy class. Mr. Walter R. Mowle Psychology American History Sophomore Soccer Student Council Mr. William J. Pascrell, Jr. America Strives for World Peace History Through the Arts Philosophy Tutorial History Mr. Ralph Spinelli Mr. Dennis Sweeney Permanent Substitute Comparative Religion Sources of American Thought U.S. History Assistant Wrestling Coach

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Focus: From Folklore • • • Ms. Florence Greenstein Advanced English III Midnight Lit Fiction Writing Ms. Carolyn Maramaldi Speech Fundamentals Acting Dramatic Production Workshop Mr. Paul T. Maramaldi Advanced English II English II Musical Theater Ms. Angela Meyer English III Midnight Lit The Delphian Mr. Dick Piazza Creative Writing Film Study Film Making Director, Adult School When did you say the next Student Council meeting is? questions Mr. Boyce of Larry Lustberg, Student Council president. Ms. E. M. Riscoe English II English III Natonal Honor Society Adviser Ms. Emilie Romney Mrs. Lynne R. Salsbury Mrs. June Schlam English III Reading English III Write On English IV Theater Trips Coordinator Literary Workshop Mrs. Jean Eva Thumm Permanent Substitute 23