Paramus High School - Delphian Yearbook (Paramus, NJ)

Page 17 text:

Two Spheres 3i Mr. John J. LeRose Coordinator Pupil Information Services — Pupil Transportation Mr. John LeRose has moved to new quarters in the Educa¬ tional Development Center in order to handle the increasing problems connected with his position. He must coordinate all the transportation needs both in and out-of-district for the Para- mus Public Schools. He must coordinate all the data processing needs for the educational community of the Paramus Public Schools. In addition, Mr. LeRose is responsible for all pupil records. When asked to state his philosophy of education, Mr. LeRose commented that “education is a lifelong pursuit of a richer, more rewarding way of life for each of us and for the good of our society.” Of Influence Mr. Joseph P. McDonough Director of Research, Evaluation, and Planning When asked his philosophy of education, Mr. Joseph P. McDonough, Director of Research, Evaluation, and Planning in the high school, stated that “each student is an individual with a capacity for reasoning. Education is a process of expand¬ ing this reasoning capability to explore the student’s interests and abilities in order to fully realize his her unique individuality within the bounds of an ever changing social community. The school and its personnel exist to help and encourage students attain the upper limits of their individual potential.” Child Study Team Encompassing One And All Under the superb direction of Coordinator G. Thomas Occhipinti, the Child Study Team is designed to help the individual student to cope with the various problems that he or she faces. Using the academic, social, and emotional levels, its goals are to help students to reach their pinnacle in intellectual achievement, to work closely with teachers and classmates, and to develop a sense of pride about themselves which they will keep throughout their lives. Back Row: Mr. G. Thomas Occhipinti, Coordinator of Pupil Services; Mr. Michael Carluccio, Psychologist; Dr. Richard W. Roukema, Consulting Psychiatrist; Mrs. Ethel Reimer, Secretary; Mrs. Elsie Rock, Secretary; Ms. Judith Feltman, Psychologist; Mr. Gary Borer, Psychologist; Mrs. Nancy Geyer, Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant; Mrs. Marie 13 Parnass, Psychologist; Mrs. Carol Haddad, Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant; Mr. Jay Melcer, Social Worker. Front Row: Mr. Richard Pekmezian, Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant; Miss Phyllis Eisenberg, Social Worker; Mrs. Eva Sandrof, Social Worker; Mrs. Gloria Salnick, Secretary.

Page 16 text:

Our Superintendents . . . Cover The Gamut Of Education When asked his philosophy of education, Mr. Paul Shelly, Superintendent of Schools, commented: “I believe free public education is the cornerstone of our democratic society and that public schools have the responsibility of providing educational programs that will develop the full potential of each child.” Mr. Paul A. Shelly Superintendent Of Schools According to Dr. Harry Galinsky, Deputy Superintendent of Schools, every student should be given the fullest opportunity to explore and reach his or her potential. Dr. Galinsky believes in a system of education that is very flexible and one that creates options for the young. “Taking risks for young people so that they can truly experience the realities that life will hold after their school careers are ended,” is also a part of Dr. Galinsky’s philosophy of education. In addition, he feels the presence of the ninth grade in the high school will provide the students of the junior high with many more opportunities than presently exist in the junior high setting. As a result of the coming of the ninth graders, a greater enrollment for classes will occur, thus cutting down on the cancellation of classes due to small participation. When asked about the future of Paramus High School, Dr. Galinsky would like to see a continued emphasis on develop¬ ment of skills necessary to be successful in society after gradua¬ tion. In his crystal ball Dr. Galinsky also sees continued opportunity to learn outside the high school building, such as Triple-E expansion, Satellite, etc. Greater emphasis on career education and the increased involvement of students and par¬ ents in the decision-making process of running Paramus High lie in the future of the high school. Dr. Harry Galinsky Deputy Superintendent Of Schools 12

Page 18 text:

Mr. David H. Broffman Mr. David H. Broffman Principal Mrs. Doris W oardell Secretary to Mr. Broffman I believe that the school should endeavor to provide for the unique needs, talents and aspirations of each student by offering a comprehensive curriculum that aims to educate the physical, emotional, intellectual, social and moral growth of the individual. Students should be urged to formulate interests and goals necessary to live a satisfy¬ ing life. They should furthermore be encouraged to develop the knowledge to acquire the skills and attitudes which will enable them to assume the responsibility to survive in a democratic system in a vastly changing world. — David H. Broffman, Principal 14