Paramus High School - Delphian Yearbook (Paramus, NJ)

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Board of Education .. . Change Makers Paramus Board of Education Back Row: Joseph P. Lupo, Administrative Assistant; Ralph J. Mele, Assistant Superintendent of Schools; Paul A. Shelly, Superintendent of Schools; Joseph P. Cardella, Board Member; Edward R. Seidler, Board Member; Richard Davis, Past Assistant Business Administrator-Secretary; Jane Melada, Board Member; Vincent T. Dispenza, Board Member; Ann P. Funicelli, Board Member; Bruce Weber, Board Member. Front Row: Seymour Handel, Board Member; Anthony Del Sordi, Business Administration-Secretary; Joan Walters, Board President; Peter F. Jonas, Board Vice-President; Robert Jacobs, Board Attorney. Joan Walters President of the Paramus Board of Education Elected by their fellow citizens, the nine dedicated residents of Paramus make up the Board of Education. These loyal individuals, with their diverse backgrounds and experiences, work hard to assure the academic excellence of the Paramus school system. In an ever-changing world, the Board members must keep aware of the shifting trends in the field of education. To assist them in their policy making responsibilities, the Board members often meet with parents, faculty, students, and interested citizens. Efforts by the Board of Education result in decisions that fulfill the educational needs of our students and help to make for the smooth running of our schools. Anthony Del Sordi Business Administrator-Secretary Business-Administrator-Secretary, Mr. Anthony Del Sordi, serves as the coordin¬ ator of all general affairs concerning the budget of the Paramus School system. Mr. James Verbist, his assistant, is responsible for all purchases of equipment and mate¬ rials necessary for the smooth operation of the Paramus school system. In addition, Mr. Verbist is the director of the comput¬ er operations of the payroll and budget control. Administrative Assistant to the Superin¬ tendent, Mr. Joseph P. Lupo, has the re¬ sponsibility of collecting data, conducting special studies, filing state and federal re¬ ports as determined by the Superinten¬ dent, and developing press releases, spe¬ cial publications, and newsletters. Director of Curriculum and Instruction Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade, Mrs. Adele Stern is responsible for the development, coordination, correlation, and evaluation of all aspects of the in¬ structional program. James P. Lupo Administrative Assistant 11 James P. Verbist Assistant Business Administrator Secretary Adele H. Stern Director of Curriculum and Instruction K-12

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Mr. Paul A. Shelly ... Chief of Changes Mr. Paul A. Shelly Superintendent of Schools Superintendent of Schools Paul A. Shelly is a man devoted to children and dedicated to the American system of public education. Throughout his thirty-six year career, he has been uncompromising in his pursuit of educational excellence. Guided by his personal philosophy and belief that ... free public education is the cornerstone of our democratic society and public schools have the responsibility of providing educational programs that develop the full potential of each child, he has served the commu¬ nity of Paramus as its educational leader for the past fourteen years. Paul Shelly began his professional career as an elementary school teacher in Boyertown, Pennsylvania. His leadership ability was quickly recognized when he assumed the responsibilities of elementary school principal. Since that time he has served as a middle school principal, Director of Instruction, Assistant Superintendent of Schools, and Board Secretary — all prior to becoming our Superintendent. His leadership qualities, experience, and keen insight into educational issues have frequently caused others to seek his assistance. As an active member and leader of numerous professional organizations, he has devoted endless hours to improving the American education system. He recently served as President of the Horace Mann League of the U.S.A., President of the New Jersey Association of School Administra¬ tors, and as a member of the Board of Governors of the Middle States Accrediting Association. Under his leadership the Paramus School District has flourished. He has implemented numerous programs that have been in keeping with his philosophy of developing the full potential of each child. Among these are pre-school education, programs for special need students, computer literacy, writing laboratories, career counseling, and the Community School. Paul Shelly has maintained a profile of strength, creativity, and compassion while managing the schools during a time of declining enrollment. Paul Shelly has been a source of comfort, support, and pride to the educational community. Paul Shelly has been a gentleman, educational leader, and friend. Paul Shelly has made Paramus a better place to live and to learn. He will be missed by all those who had the good fortune of working alongside him. Paramus wishes him well in his new endeavors.

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Paramus Education Council . . . Liaison Links Mrs. Altobello, President. Paramus Education Council is an organization composed of a cross section of the Paramus School Community. Its members consist of par¬ ents, teachers, and administrators. To provide a channel of communication among member or¬ ganizations and to address problems and con¬ cerns within the school community are the purposes of the Paramus Education Council. Mrs. Altobello is President and Mr. Anders is Vice-President. Paramus High School Council Newly organized this year, the Pa¬ ramus High School Council has as its main purpose to help parents and the school share information which is important to students. Monthly meetings are held for the Executive Committee and general meetings are held four times a year. Topics discussed at the general meetings have been planned in response to a survey taken at Back-to-school Night. Mrs. Zaccaro, Mrs. Kruk, Mr. Zanella, Mrs. Volpe, Mrs. D ' Ambrosi.