Red Bank High School - Log Yearbook (Red Bank, NJ)

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 ABOVE: Junior Hope Lewis, Yvette Bacon, and Monica Cone talk with Mrs Hackett about information they received from the visiting colleges RIGHT: Seniors Al Pacitti, Ed Squires. James Rhem, and Carolyn King sign up to receive information about Kean College as Dr Nogueira observes 28

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Holocaust Studies Influence Junior Play n keeping with a state requirement that the Holocaust be taught to students at all grade levels, the Class of 1985 chose the drama The Diary of Anne Frank as their Junior Play. The play, presented on November 17, 18, and 19, 1983, illustrated the difficulties the Frank family encountered while they were hiding in war-time Amsterdam. The drama was adapted from the diary Anne kept during her years in hiding. Directed by Mrs. Renee Maxwell, the play presented some challenges usually not tackled in a play. The complete hiding space of the Frank family and their friends was open for the audience to see; therefore, the actors were re- quired to be on stage and in character throughout the presentation. Mrs. Max- well stated that it was a difficult play acted beautifully and with great sen- sitivity. They understood and ap- preciated the sufferings of the Frank family. Assisting Mrs. Maxwell as stu- dent directors were Mary Riegleman and Michael Spiller. Technical difficulties were tackled by Mr. Richard Spencer with Francis Hankins and Matt Held as student tech directors. They were required to build a two level set and produce many lighting and sound cues. Bill Joo handled the play's sound. The cast featured Stephanie Lessom as Anne, James Gans as Mr. Frank, Tara Burke as Mrs. Frank, Sandy Giordano as Mrs. Van Dann, Mark Eulner as Mr. Van Dann, Jordi Ash as Peter, Lisa Clark as Margot, Melissa Levine as Miep, Doug Standley as Mr. Kraler, and Greg Brooks as Mr. Dussel. The cast and crew overcame the dif- ficulties of a different kind of play to perform a successful show. In addition to the night performances the cast gave a special matinee for the freshman and some area eighth grade students to make them aware of the impact of the Holocaust on modern history. Above: Mr Dussel (Greg Brooks), Margot (Lisa Clark), Anne (Stephanie Lessom), Mr. Frank (James Gans), Peter (Jordi Ash), Mrs. Van Dann (Sandy Giordano), Mr. Van Dann (Mark Eulner), and Mrs. Frank (Tara Burke) gather around the table for a Chanukah celebration. 27 Left: Anne (Stephanie Lessom) hands Mr Van Dann (Mark Eulner) his pipe.

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Twenty-two Colleges Visit College Fair The College Fair, Wednesday, November 9, 1983, was the setting for twenty-two New Jersey colleges to confer with juniors and seniors con- sidering attending college. Two of the various colleges, Rutgers University and Princeton University, provided students with an opportunity to look at the state's most prestigious schools. The fair was open to juniors, in preparation for their junior con- ferences, and for seniors who had last- minute questions to ask before applica- tion deadlines or to get a last look at other college opportunities. Mrs. Sharon Hackett, organizer of the event, was pleased with the results. She believ- ed, The students are more receptive every year. Senior Peter Culos felt the fair was a chance to compare colleges without having to leave the school. In addition, to upperclassmen, the fair was open to the community. Mrs. Hackett said, It was an ideal opportunity for parents to learn about colleges firsthand. The opportunity for parents to be involved was a unique feature of this year's col- lege fair. ABOVE: Juniors Jason Simon and Tracy Hanlon talk with an admissions representative of Seton Hall University. LEFT: Senior Sherry Bland discusses opportunities at Ramapo College with a representative from the school. TOP: Junior Laura Ruzica receives advice about college applications from a Stevens Institute representative.