Rome Free Academy - De O Wain Sta Yearbook (Rome, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 256 of the 1966 volume:

| i ROME PREC ALADCAW va, om NOME, NEW YORK 900 CONTENTS Administration and Curriculum Student Body Student Life Activities | Advertising Rome Free Academy, our carrying place, has helped us to mold the most important years of our lives. We have risen from youth to adult- hood, from dependence to responsibility, from impatience to tolerance, from dreams to reality, projecting into everyday life the prominence of these newly acquired ideals. seyr � , 4 b ce Te ed P.at mmm UN A ol IREARRTEIS) POINT, LAY “t HE a) : : a | eo ] Lj E (0) | 10). 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One of his major goals is to offer the children of this community not only a program of education which is current with the times and vital to their social growth, but also one which is geared to the children’s indi- vidual needs. Mr. Lowerre has come to this posi- tion after having served with distinction in the fields of teaching and administration in this same school system The Board of Education, an elected group of officials, aid Mr. Lowerre in the program of edu- cation by establishing the broad policies under which our school system functions. Directing the Board is Mr. Nicholas J. Bush. Other members of the staff include: Robert C. Bidwell, Russ P. Des- tito, Miss E. Louise Kingsley, George Waters, Donald W. Fulton, C. Eugene Roe, John R. Woods, and newly elected Robert Griffin. We are certainly appreciative of the dedicated services rendered by these fine people Walter M. Lowerre Superintendent of Rome Public School System Board members: J. R. Woods, R. Griffin, R. P. Destito, C. E. Roe, N. J. Bush, G. B. Waters, E. L. Kingsley, and D. W. Fulton who was absent when picture was taken. SYMBOLS OF COMPETENCE Carl S. Paige Principal F. Anthony Dorsino Assistant Principal PEEL The administration of Rome Free Academy entails much responsibility. Carl S. Paige, principal, supervises the many problems of maintaining smooth operation of the high school. A St. Lawerence Uni- versity alumni, Mr. Paige began his career of teaching at Gouverneur, New York. He first took his posi- tion as principal of Rome Free Academy in 1944 when approximately seven hundred students were enrolled. Today the student body has almost trip- led to 2,000, and yet he handles his job with the same efficiency. His duties include scheduling of teachers’ courses and classes, co-ordinating extra-curricular activities, writing letters of recom- mendation, and handling major discipline problems It is truly fortunate to possess, as executive head of this school, one with such understanding, warmth, and perception. Mrs. Helen A. Wolf, as assistant principal, ex- pertly handles the problems of girls, whether of family or discipline nature. She helps girls make their stay at Rome Free Academy a success. Mr. Anthony Dorsino, a novice at his job this year, assists in various phases of school administra- tion. He also is in charge of counseling Rome Free Academy boys and maintaining discipline. Previ- ously he was an outstanding member of the mathe- matics faculty. This year has tended to show that his success will continue in his new career. Helen A. Wolf Assistant Principal VOYAGE INTO SUCCESS Education is the initial preparation of the voyage of life. As on any voyage, certain preparations must be made to insure a successful journey. Hoisting the cargo aboard, our instructors must fill the hold of our ship with supplies, the education offered to us by our teachers. The ship symbolizes the initiative we must have to attain our goals. The sea is the oppressive element of life, the everlasting struggle against the billows of failure, the waves of frustration. If improperly equipped, the ship may falter and be swamped by the demands of society. Insecurely supplied with knowledge, the voyage may end short of its final destination, the attainment of its long-range goals. But what are these goals? For some, the continuation of higher education serves as their objective. For others affluence and position are of immediate importance The islands represent these goals. The voyage beyond the normal realm of achievement requires a temporary lay- over at these islands. This stop requires a replenishment of our supplies to carry us to more distant lands, more satisfying levels of achievement. The teachers, in a sense, are the carriers of knowledge. They will- ingly and devotedly cram the holds of our ships with vital knowledge. If we cooperate with them, the hold of our ship bulges, plentiful with knowledge, assuring us of a successful voyage. If we oppose them, we effect our own failure. Our guidance counselors help us chart our voyage. Pointing us in the proper direction, they add to our goals the value of achievement. Supplying us with priceless books, the librarians insure a vast supply of learning and expand our horizons. As we cast off toward uncharted seas, seeking the flickering beacon of tomor- row, we cast one lingering look back and utter one final farewell. Gerald Baker Edward Ball Physical Education History Dept. Head Lura Bellamy Joseph Basenfelder Art Mechanical Drawing 10 James Angelo Science Helen Arthur Librarian Phila Bates English Edward Bielec Biology Fay Blum Raymond Bradis! Alburn Breed Guidance Commercia Mathematics Irwin Brown Bernard Buchweitz Frances Case Guidance World History English Elizabeth Clancy Margaret Clark Katherine Clarke M athematics Home Economics Language Dept. Head Anne Coughlin Spanish William Coughlin Physical Education Sally Dehimer French Randell Durgee Mathematics Mary Lou Evola Commercial Frederick Dair English Ruth Demers Physical Education Mary Ellison English Kenneth Farrell History 12 4 Hart Davison Industrial Arts Alice Dunkle Biology Rosalind Eskew Commercial Clifford Fontaine Industrial Arts H. F. Foster George Freeland Robert Garlinghouse Commercial English Biology Nava Gauthier Theodora Gifford Victor Gigli English Chemistry Physics Paul Gigliotti Helen Gillis Owen Glenn Physical Education Mathematics English 13 —— Judith Goessling Eng Elmer Grapensteter English Marion Graves Homemaking Frank Harvey American History Nelson Gray Mathematics Robert Haunfelner Commercial Doris Hagerty Guidance James Hayes English i Helen Herlehy Commercial John Hornyak Commercial Lincoln Kan History = Frederick Lampman Science John Hickey Commercial Dept Mabel Houston Mathematics Keith Kerry English Benjamin Landset History 15 Richard Hodinger English Margaret Hubbell Art Sebastiana Kulsick Commercial Robert Lux English Nicholas Mammone History John Mazzafaro Science Joseph Michaels Industrial Arts James Milewski Guidance Gerald Manwaring Driver Education Luther Meekins Guidance Lewis Milano Language Gwendolyn Mondrick Guidance 16 Willard Mathers Music William Moonan Music HHoNsHonnt 000000000 g 00 : 9008 e=_unm Mildred Morgan Commercial James Passer English Marjorie Mortis Librarian Lewis Moselle Spanish Olympia Palombi Commercial Robert Paul Health 17 Deanne Moselle Latin Joseph Palombi Science Dept. Head Eugene Papa Mathematics Alva Pearsall Mathematics Franklin Pelkey Commercial Edwin Rapke Driver Education James Rich English Gorden Seckner Language Marjorie Perry English Jane Reid English Rudolf Schackenberg German Frank Seward Industrial Arts 18 Jane Quebec Physical Education Paul Rice Industrial eh Michele Schwartz English Dennis Smith World History Veta Smith Homemaking Ernest Stockwell Mathematics Dept. Head Thomas Sobik Elenore Stahl World History Commercial John Stromei John Stysh History Chemistry Hannah Temple Commercial Marilyn Thomas Physical Education Frances Thurber English Gerald VanHatten Mathematics Dorcas Watters English Dept. Head Elizabeth Weinkauf English Joseph Uvanni Chemistry Louis Viviani Health Myron Wells Physical Education Richard Valeri History Helen Voisey French David Weisenburger Industrial Arts Donald Wimett English Harold Woods History at Arthur West World History Kay White Physical Education John Wise Dean Woodard Music History George Wynne Raymond Zyla Driver Education World History 21 OFFICE STAFF Doris Davison Office Staff Betty Heberlig Office Staff Doris Messenger Nurse Helen Anson Office Staff Eleanore Doty Library Bernice Hirtenstein Guidance Staff ) LUV CAs Marie Pangburn Office Staff 22 Helen Bostwick Office Staff Joan Guy Nurse Anne Imler Guidance Staff Loretta Wolzmuth Nurse GUARDIANS OF RFA Keeping the school in orderly condition re- quires the custodian staff to be on duty twenty- four hours a day. Under the direction of Oscar Beer, the staff keeps the school both safe and clean. This year, with a decrease in the size of the student body, Rome Free Academy has once : again returned to two lunch periods. Besides A : the daily lunches, the cafeteria staff also pre- BY ) pares the meals of Colgate Seminar, French - Club, Block “R” Club, gymleaders, and the oF 4 — —_ ¢ ' varsity football team. ABOVE: R. Witt, P. Muldoon, D. Tomeo RIGHT: A. Pettinelli, A. Bertone, J. Bar- tolotti, D. Orians. LEFT: M. Mosca, A. Garafalo, R. Hosley, P. Demarco, C. Harrington, K. Ferrucci. FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS “I'm not going to type that!” Dear Abby. . . Even computers are not infallible. Rome Free Academy has taken great strides towards the future in its ever-expanding business program. The installation of such IBM data pro- cessing machines as the sorter, the reproducer, the printer, and the key punch machines repre- sents a milestone in business education, not only in Rome, but throughout our entire state. We are one of a few schools that have ventured to in- clude this as a scholastic rather than a vocational course in our curriculum.This course presents an opportunity for students to learn the operation of data processing machines and gain a broad background knowledge of the field. Initiating his first computer course this year with a select num- ber of seniors, Mr. Hickey is enthusiastic in mak- ing this IBM course a success. It is the ambition of the department to develop an interest within the student for his work in later life. Our school is proud of its farsighted leaders who initiated this unique program. Although other schools are using data processing machines in administra- tional work, RFA is one of a very few schools in the entire state which actually teaches data pro- cessing courses. Our business department, with its fourteen in- structors, offers a wide variety of subjects: typ- ing, shorthand, bookkeeping, transcription, sales- manship, business management, office practice, business law, and business and commercial math. It is the ambition of the business department that, through future expansion, they will be even better prepared to provide the college-bound student with courses which he will find beneficial in further studies and future life and to provide the business major with a well prepared back- ground for his future career. “Must I repeat it again?” PRECISION THRU THEORY Mathematics is a science of logic, despite what many students think. Under the leadership of Mr. Ernest Stockwell, Rome Free Academy’s team of logicians valiantly struggle to impart to the student body the basic principles of mathematics. An assortment of courses is offered. For the business-orientated such courses as bookkeeping and business arithmetic should have appeal. Along with the old standbys of Math 10 (a geometry course) and Math 11 (a combination of intermediate algebra and trigonometry) is the rel- atively new course of Math 12. This course consists of three parts: part A, advanced algebra; part B, solid geometry; and part C, introductory calculus. Students have a choice of B or C with a mandatory A. All seniors participating in these classes will agree that this is definitely one of the hardest courses at R.F.A. This only proves that mathematics is no “scrub” subject. It is an impor- tant part of the curriculum. In this age of rapid scientific developments, mathematics plays an extremely vital role. Also, mathematics as a science of numbers is displayed before us in every conceivable way as a conven- ient method of identification. Peek-a-boo Math student hard at work. “So that’s the Pythagorean theory!” Photo finish “Our group had twenty-three per cent fewer. . .” CARETAKERS OF Developed through the eloquence of the Normans, the brevity and terseness of the Saxons, and the pomp and majesty of the Romans, the English language represents the apex of grace and style. To further develop the stu- dent’s proficiency in mechanics, style, and vocabulary, the English department, under the competent guidance of Dorcas C. Watters, provides the students with selected novels, poems, and other materials of enlightenment. As sophomores, we became aware of the symbolic meanings in novels. Through further mastery of grammar and spelling, we developed a flawless background for the more difficult junior level of English. As juniors, we ex- plored the concepts of American literature and the forms, peculiarities, and uniqueness of poetry, inspired and con- ceived in “moments of tranquility.” As seniors, some of us have developed our talents in practical writing and speech; others have increased their knowledge of English Literature. The English department also plans enjoyable and edu- cational programs for the students. Through the audio- visual facilities the students are able to interpret in depth the significance of drama. Through the lectures in music and art, the students receive a glimpse of the general cur- riculum of life. Recordings of Shakespeare, plays, and poems develop a sensitivity and understanding of the lan- guage and its pronunciation. The department furnishes excellent magazines, such as Cavalcade, Practical English, and Letters from England. Book club participation is available to supplement one’s literary awareness. The students are indeed fortunate to be endowed with an experienced and distinguished staff. May the English department continue to supply the requirements for knowledge, ability, and maturity of the students. Only through the department’s guidance can a deep apprecia- tion of our language evolve. OUR CULTURE Studying up on Illya’s techniques. “And that goes for Hamlet, too.” “Her did?” “If I could only think of that second conjugation.” You can’t escape the necessity of foreign language. —-. “Number, please.” Quick cramming before a makeup test. “I distinctly told Guidance that I wanted Cooking.” PEACE THROUGH Language one of our many de-o-wain-stas, ena- bles us to be carried from hemisphere to hemisphere, continent to continent, country to country, culture to culture, and person to person. Utilization of the latest audio-lingual methods and equipment changes the study of languages from an unrelated mass of verbs and nouns to a spoken art. Latin, the foundation of all language, gives the pu- pils an understanding of ancient cultures as well as a preparation for modern languages. French, the tongue of diplomacy, has become R.F.A.’s most popular foreign language. Audio-lingu- al methods are used to their fullest extent to acquaint the students with native voices and inflections. As new avenues between the United States and Latin America are constantly emerging, knowledge of Spanish is becoming increasingly important. In pur- suing this course students are acquainted with the glory and grandeur of former Spain and its vast em- pire. Russian enables students to better understand cul- tural and political similarities and differences between the United States and the Soviet Union. While need for the study of Russian seldom existed in the past, the ever-increasing number of cultural exchanges has made it necessary to pursue this lan- guage. The study of German, the language of scientists and philosophers, has been enhanced by extensive use of outside sources. German, too, has become a spoken language through the introduction of the au- dio-lingual lab technique into this department. Language is undoubtedly becoming a crucial factor in maintenance of world peace. Newest teaching methods utilize all of the student’s sense — they see, write, hear, and speak the language, thus simplifying the difficult task of mastering a foreign tongue. Un- der the able supervision of Miss Katherine Clarke, our language teachers have instilled in their students a desire to learn and apply another language. UNDERSTANDING “Mrs Moselle, Mrs. Moselle! KNOW THE ANSWER!” A welcome rest from the daily routine. CREATORS OF TOMORROW Science is the key to America’s industrial fu- ture and is a deciding factor in our country’s na- tional security against the Communist threat. Our science department has not neglected its part in teaching the students of Rome Free Academy the principles of nature. Although many have found the science courses not particularly easy, no one can deny the fact that our scientific curriculum and faculty are among the better in New York State. The knowledge learned in class will play an integral part in our future lives. Biology is usually the introduction of a formal science course at RFA to the sophomore. After studying the “science of life,” the student has his choice of health, earth science, chemistry, phys- ics, physiology, or genetics. This variety of subjects offered to all students reflects the care and inter- est exhibited by our science department. Excel- lent examples of our school’s constant revision and updating process are the recent changes in the biology and chemistry programs, which are more theoretical than practical. “Mom always liked you best.” Science seminar? “Why can’t you write bigger?” “This one is so easy I can do it blindfolded.” “You take the coefficient of friction and divide by . Comparing notes in Health class. “They expect us to climb out that window?” HISTORY: THE PAST MASTERS “Was that the passing bell I heard?” Looks like Mr. Kan kicked Mr. Ball out of his room again. A typically attentive history class. History is taught in order to develop an inter- est in our country and the world about us. We should profit by the experience of others. By studying history and learning the mistakes of the past, we can prevent the mistakes of the future. The history department at Rome Free Academy is divided into three distinct areas, each to be studied in a separate year. During the sophomore year of study, the his- tory student is primarily concerned with man’s cultural development and his increasing interest in the world about him, beginning at the rebirth of learning during the Renaissance, and ending with the modern nuclear age. The junior is faced with an extensive survey of American history, starting with the discovery of a “Was it Christopher Columbus or Alexander Graham Bell?” promising new land and ending with our present position in the world. The student’s feelings of patriotism are strengthened, and a pride in our country is developed. Electives, which provide preparation for the future, are offered in the senior year. Political science and economics have been taught at RFA for several years. This year a new elective course for seniors who have completed the requirements in American History has been added to the cur- riculum. It examines the social problems in the American society, consumer economics, and practical politics. History is constantly involving the student with the present by bringing him from the past into the future. “You're coming in loud and clear.” BEAUTY OF SELF-EXPRESSION “Just think. Someday I'll be immortal.” It is almost impossible to walk through the halls of Rome Free Academy without noticing the presence of student art. On display in prominent places throughout the building, these works are the render- ing of expressive individuals. Sculpture, portraits, col- lages — these are a few styles and ideas that manage to escape the eager hands and imaginations of RFA’s artists. Clay, metal, paint — these are just a few of the media that art students are allowed to attack. Their enthusiasm is overwhelming and even if the re- sults aren’t always spectacular, at least the artists are dedicated. The art courses offered at Rome Free Academy cover a variety of subjects and are included under the titles of fine arts and crafts. Mrs. Hubbell is in charge of the fine arts department which includes drawing, painting, and design. The crafts, ceramics and jewel- ry, are under the direction of Miss Bellamy. Mrs. Hubbell is also responsible for the materialization of our proms, and, without Miss Bellamy, our Senior Play would lack scenery. Rome Free Academy’s music department, consist- ing of two concert bands, a symphony orchestra, an a cappella choir, and a sophomore choir, is one of the finer and larger in the state. Under the capable lead- ership of Mr. Mathers, Mr. Moonan, and Mr. Wise, RFA has taken top competitive honors in recent years. Mr. Moonan’s Harmony and Music-Apprecia- tion courses also play an important role in the musi- cal opportunities at RFA. “I haven’t had this much fun since kindergarten.” FITNESS The Girls’ Physical Education Department has continued its active program of sports participation, a tradition at Rome Free Acad- emy. Under the direction of a fine coaching staff, the girls have excelled in a broad intra- mural program. This program is further ex- tended to include interscholastic activities against area schools. Girls’ intramurals in- clude field hockey, badminton, basketball, bowling, gymnastics, swimming, table tennis, volley ball, softball, and archery. Pool and gym classes are required, and all students are assured of active participation. Senior classes have initiated a new exercise program which is ON an experimental basis. “Gee this floor is hot!” “Ah, the fresh country air!” Through the efforts of the boy’s Physical Edu- cation Department, RFA had developed one of the most diversified programs in the area. Availa- ble to RFA boys is an interscholastic syllabus which includes: football, cross-country, basket- ball, hockey, wrestling, gymnastics, swimming, baseball, golf, tennis, and track. Added this year were soccer and skiing. For those who wish to participate on an intermural level, a varied program is offered. Gym classes promote the physical fitness of everyone involved. “3152,3753,3194.....” ROAD SAFETY The narrow footpaths of the De-O-Wain-Sta sweep into a four-lane highway once the pupil enters the driver education room. Under the guid- ance of Mr. Manwaring, Mr. Rapke, and Mr. Wynne, students learn the fundamentals of driv- ing safety, “drivotrainer” practice, and experi- ence on the open road. New simulators, installed this year, allow more time for individual help and create more realistic scenes which prepare the student for defensive driving. WHAT’S COOKING With the help of Miss Clark, Mrs. Graves, and Miss Smith, the girls in home economics are taught new meth- ods in skills to be used in everyday life. The girls learn useful techniques in food preparation, nutrition, and time and labor management. The sewing classes teach girls to be efficient as well as to dress smartly and neatly. Other classes offered are gracious living, clothing, home nursing, child care, and house furnishing. Cooking is offered also to boys. TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENT During the school year the architects, electrical ex- perts, and skilled craftsmen of tomorrow have been learning their skills in the Industrial Arts Department at RFA. Under the patient tutelage of Mr. Besenfeld- er, aspiring architects have solved the mysteries of scale drawing and blueprints. In our well-equipped shops Mr. Davidson, Mr. Michaels, and Mr. Fontaine have been teaching our students the fine points of metal and woodworking. RFA can be proud of our three-year electrical technology course, led by Mr. Seward. For the last five years this rigorous course has been preparing the engineers of tomorrow. In the auto shop Mr. Weisenburgher trains those who make things go — the mechanics. This engine is scheduled for the next Indianapolis “500.” “Hey, my finger’s caught!’ “There must be a battery in there someplace.” oa Pex . é ’ Tce ose dhe A i, AO, tee Q So RA A — WN Fa) ( SEASONED SENIORS DE-O-WAIN-STA — a story of development. We arrived at RFA, our carrying place, as sophomores. Then began an evolution which brought us to the threshold of maturity. Uniting as a class for the first time, we chose our sopho- more class officers: David Briggs, president; William Drexler, vice-president; Pamela Spriggs, secretary; and Suzanne Dair, treasurer. Our class demonstrated its potential with attractive Christmas decorations and enthusiastic support for the A.F.S. drive and the Thanksgiving drive, as well as with “Beatlema- nia,” the most successful sophomore hop in recent years. With a year of experience behind us, we elected William Arthur as our president and re-elected Bill Drexler, Pam Spriggs, and Sue Dair. Highlights of the year included “Wipe-Out,” a class-sponsored dance, and “Camelot,” our junior prom. Once again the class of ‘66 offered stiff com peti- tion to the seniors in the A.F.S. and Thanksgiving drives. The climax of our junior year was the arrival of our class rings, the first round rings in the history of RFA. Along with all these activities, we still found time for the P.S.A.T.’s, the Merit Scholarship Exam, and College Boards. Under the leadership of President David Briggs, Vice-Presi- dent Gary Bartell, Secretary Marie Tyler, and Treasurer An- thony Elliott, we embarked on the final leg of our journey. The senior play —“The Little Dog Laughed” — began a series of events which was to continue until our senior ball and Commencement. Our insuperable football team displayed not only skill, but also sportsmanship, while trouncing numerous area teams. Also a part of our senior year was the Regents Scholarship Exam and more College Boards. For many of us it was the beginning of college applications or employment interviews as we prepared to leave our carrying place. TOP TO BOTTOM: David Briggs, President; Gary Bar- tell, Vice-President; Marie Ty- ler, Secretary; Tony Elliott, Treasurer. JEAN ABBE Library Council, Red Cross, Fut. Secretaries JAMES ADAMS Bowling, Intramurals RICHARD ADLE Track, Cross Country, Swimming, J.A. MICHAEL ANDREWS Homeroom Chairman, Band, Orchestra, B.S1 Broadcast, Colgate Semi- nar Alternate. MICHAEL ANGLETON Intramurals, Weight Lift- ing, J.V. Swimming. ALBERTA ACEI Gym Leaders, F.H.A., Red Cross, Intramurals RICHARD ADAMS Hockey, Baseball, Soc- cer, Monitors, Weight Training x RUSSELL AMICI Intramurals, J. Foot- ball. ELAINE ANGELO Intramurals GARY ANKIN Intramurals, Hockey, Golf, Weight Training. CONSTANCE ARGENZIA Pep Club, Monitors SHEILA ARMSTRONG F.H.A LEE BAKER F.T.A., F.H.A., Intramu- rals, Library Council. THERESA BAKER Gym Leaders, Red Cross, Track, Intramurals BRUCE BALLARD Homeroom Chairman, Cross Country, Wrestling, Track, Bowling, Choir. RICHARD ARGENZIA Monitors, Weight Train- ine WILLIAM ARTHUR Vice Pres Stud. Assoc., Pres Jr. Class, Block R, B.S.I. Broadcast, Col- gate Seminar, Football. Swimming, Baseball. MAX BAKER ROBERT BALDIGO Intramurals CHARLES BAPTISTE PATRICIA BAPTISTI Red Cross WILLIAM BARNARD Intramurals LILAS BARTON RONALD BATES Co-Ed. Rostra, Broadcast MARY BEANI JAMES BARBER Swimming JANET BEBEE Pres Bowling Club, De-O-Wainsta Bus., Ten- nis, Future Secretaries. — ai GARY BARTELL Vice Pres Sr. Class, Pres Block R. De-O Wain-Sta_ Ed, Track, Hockey, Football, F.D.A., Pep Club JOHN BASSETT PAUL BAUMANN Swimming, Band KATHLEEN BECK F.N.A., F.T.A., Red Cross, Bowling, Pep Club JAN BELLEFEUILLE Intramurals, Cheerleader, Yearbk., Newspaper, Jr. Play, Sec Stud. Coun- cil, Honor Society, Band EUGENE BENN GAIL BILLOTTI Red Cross, Homeroom Chairman, Gymleaders, Intramurals. ELIZABETH BITELY Block R, Field Hockey, Swimming, Track, Aqua- tics, F.N.A., Basketball, Homeroom Vice-Chair- man, Pep Club, Gym Leaders. MADLYNE BELI CHERE BELT F.N.A ANNA BIANCUCCI F.T.A., Orchestra, Gym- leaders. KATHLEEN BISHOP JOSEPH BOARDMAN Audio Visual, Stage Crew, Intramurals, Bowling. JAMES BODNAR F.D.A., Math Club SYLVIA BROSKI De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., F.N.A., Gym Leaders, Li- brary Council, Sr. Play, Pep Club. SUSAN BOWERS De-O-Wain-Sta Ed., Pres Debate Club, Rostra, Forum, ECLA. J.A., Homeroom Chairman, Aquatics, Pep Club, Red Cross, Talent Show, Pool Asst KATHLEEN BRICE Intramurals CRAIG BROWN Band, Dance Band, Or- chestra, Ski Club. WILLIAM BOWERS JANET BRAITHWAITE Latin Club, French Club, Wrestling, Pep Club, Band, Gym Leaders DAVID BRIGGS Pres. Sr. Soph Classes, Lt. Gov N.Y Key Club, De-O-Wain Sta Bus., Hockey, Golf. Ring Comm., Jr. Prom Comm GREGORY BRUNETTE Library Council, Rostra, Intramurals, French Club, Swimming, Debate Club, JA DOMINICK BRUNO SHEILA BRYAN Intramurals, F.H.A., Aquatics, Red Cross, Fut Secretaries LESTER BUSH Jb Swimming, Soccer, Key Club, J.A., Intramu- rals JAIME BUCKNELI German Club, J.A., Wres- tling, Intramurals ELIZABETH BURKARD Majorettes, Chairman, F.T.A., F.N.A., Homeroom Pep Club, Gym Leaders, Officiating, Intramurals, Aquatics SANDRA BUSH Gym Leaders, Intramu- 3 rals, Archery DAVID BURCH Golf, Hockey, Pep Club, Intramurals MARIAN BUCZEK F.N.A., Gym Leaders, In tramurals, Ski Club French Club, Pep Club Officiating, J.A FRED BURKET DEIDRIE BUTLER Majorettes, F.T.A., Gym Leaders, Spanish Club KEN BUTTS LEO CABO Basketball Football, Block R. Baseball MIKE CALANDRA Hockey, Baseball, Block R GERALD CANGI Bowling, Homeroom Chairman, Intramurals VICTOR CARAMBIA RONALD CARNEBIANCA Manager — J.V. Football, Manager J.V. Baseball, Band. DIANNE CACCIATORI DAVID CAPRICE Intramurals DEBORAH CARRIER Jr. Sr. Prom Dec. Comm., Commencement Usher, B.S. Press, F.T.A., Colgate Seminar, Gym Leaders, ‘French Club, Aquatics, A.F.S LORRAINI CALICCHIA Gym Leaders, F.T.A., In tramurals 1 SUSAN CARISSIMO Officiating, Gym Leaders, Intramurals EDMUND CASTRO Baseball, J. Intramurals ROSE CHAMBERLAIN Rostra, Forum, Aquatics, Water Ballet, F.N.A., In tramurals Football, RONALD CARRIERI Swimming, Track, Weight Lifting JOHN CECILIA B.S.I. Broadcast Chief, Honor Soci- ety, Colgate Seminar, De- O-Wain-Sta Ed. High School Quiz, Pep Club, Science Club, Syr. Cit Conf Vice-Pres JO ANN CHERRY JEANETT CASCARELLA Gym Leaders F.H.A., Red Cross, Intramurals JOSEPH CAVANO Colgate Seminar, Honor Society, Tennis, Library Council, Stud. A sso Drive, Intramurals, Band. CAROLE CERAVOLO De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., French Club, Gym Lead ers, Pep Club, Sr. Ball Dec. Comm JAMES CHASE Wrestling, Intramurals, Debate Club. DANIEL CHILLUFFO Intramurals WALTER CHRYSLER Library Council MARY CICERO DONNA CLARK HELEN CHMIELEWSKI F.N.A., Pep Club, Gym Leaders, Intramurals, F.T.A., Sr. Ball Comm . RUSSELL CICCOTTI Football, De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Block R, Jr.-Sr. - Prom Comm., Ring Comm., Math Club, J.4 Basketball, Homeroom Chairman ROBERT CHRISTIAN ry _ VALERIE CIVIOK Honor Society, Colgate Seminar, B.SI. Press, Li- brary Council, F.T.A., eS . Fe Pep Club, Gym Leaders, JA ROGER CLOSINSKI Wrestling, Intramurals. SUZANNE COCHIS Aquatics, Pep Club, Jr.- LINDA COHEN Sr. Prom Dec {quatics, Pep Club, Jr.- Ring Comm., Homeroom Sr. Prom Dec. Comm. Water Ballet, Gym Lead- Home- room Vice-Chairman. Comm., Vice-Chairman, Soph. Christmas Dec., Intra- De-O-Wain-Sta ers, Swimming, murals, collector. VERONICA COLEMAN F.N.A., Pep Club, Gym leaders, Intramurals, Se nior Ba LOUIS COLASANTI ELAINE COLLATZ CHRISTINE COLLATZ ‘ Bowling Club SHIRLEY COLLINS F.N.A., French Club, In- tramurals DIANE COLLIER ANITA CONIGLIO JOSEPH COMIS Homeroom - hairman, Math Club, J.A., Intra- Offi iating ( lub, Intramu- , rals, JV Majorettes, murals Gymleaders, Pep Club, Managers, Jr. Prom Comm JOSEPHINE CONIGLIO Rostra, Forum-Ed., Aqua- tics, F.N.A., Gymleaders, NANA COOK F.H.A Intramurals, Officiating Club, NANCY COOPER F.N.A., Gymleaders, Pep Club, Jr. Prom Comm., Sr. Ball Comm., Intramu rals BARBARA COUCH Colgate Seminar, De-O- Wain-Sta Bus., Band, Math Club, Gymleaders, JA. im hm JOSEPH COPPOLA Science Club JOSEPH CORRADINO Orchestra, Band, Latin Club, J.A., Intramurals JOAN CZERSKI Library Council, F.T.A., F.N.A., AES. = EA Gymleaders, Sr. Play, Jr Prom Dec. Comm., Intra- murals, Talent Show GONNARO CORIGLIANO JERRY CORIGLIANO Wrestling MICHAEI COSIMENO ra . J Intramural ae SUZANNE DAIR Treas.-Soph.-Jr. Classes, SANDRA B.S.I. Broadcast, Syr. Cit. D’AGOSTINO Conf., A.F.S., Pep Club, Aquatics, Gymleaders, Pep Ring Comm., Jr. Prom Club, F.N.A., Intramu- Comm., De-O-Wain-Sta rals, Ski Club Bus. ADALGISA DANIELLO Rostra, A.F.S., French Club Pres., Intramurals DONNA DE Intramurals DIANE DAVIDSON A quatics, A.F.S., Intra murals, J.A., Sr. Home- room Chairman, Red Cross, Gymleaders MELISSA DAVIS Gymleaders, Aquatics, Block R, Officiating, In- tramurals JOSEPH DEBONZA Honor Society, Colgate Seminar, B.S J. Press, Syr. Cit. Conf:, Library Council, Latin Club ANN DAVIS Block R, F.T.A., Gymleaders, Intra- GERALD DAVIS Officiating, murals, Choir, Homeroom Vice-Chairman CHARLES DAYHOFF De-O-Wain-Sta Ed., Col- gate Seminar, Block R, Band, Orch., Homeroom Chairman, Track, J.V. Swimming, French Club, Intramurals JAMES DECKER Colgate Seminar, Base- ball, Bowling, Intramu- rals, Math Club, Doctor’s WILLIAM DEILY Club Bowling MICHAEL DELPIANO Football, Track, Jr. Prom Sr. Ball Dec., Homeroom Chairman, Intramurals, Weight Training DEBORAH DELUCO De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Talent Show, Sr. Play, Gymleaders, Monitors, F.T.A., Jr. Prom-Sr. Ball Dec LUCILLE DEMASI FTA. FHA. De-O Wain-Sta Bus, A.F.S., Gymleaders, Aquatics, Pep Club, Spanish Club, French Club PAUL DEMINCO Band, Key Club, Math Club, Intramurals, French Club CLAYTON DENCE Homeroom Chairman, Cross-Country, Track, Gymnastics, J.A., Weight Training STEPHEN DELPIANO Basketball, Honor Soci ety, J.A., Jr. Prom-Sr. Ball Dec., Intramurals TIMOTHY DELVECCHIO Swimming, Stage Crew, Sr. Play, Prom Dec., Block R SANDRA DEMATTEO Gymleaders, Intramurals VICKI DEMING F.T.A., Pep Club, F.N.A., J.A., Choir, De-O-Wain- Sta Bus., Aquatics MARYJANE DERSHERL Intramurals CAROL DESTITO {guatics Water Ballet, Red Cross, Intramurals NICK DICKS Swimming, Weight Training ra DAVID DIMAGGIO Pep Club, Math Club, In- tramurals, Colgate Semi nar Alternate DIANE DLUGOLECKI DAVID DOLCH Sr. Play JOSEPH DICAPRIO J.A., Debate Club CHRISTINI DIFULVIO Gymleaders, Pep Club, Red Cross, Intramurals THERESA DIPAOLO Intramurals DIANNE DOHERTY Intramurals LYNDA DOMAGAL F.N.A., F.T.A., Gymlead- ers, Red Cross, Intramu- rals MARY DOOLEY | SW ie Pep Club, French LOUIS DOMENICO Club, All-State Orch., In tramurals BARBARA DORAN SHARON DORSINO F.N.A., A.F.S., J.A., Pep Pep Club, De-O-Wain- Club, Library Council, : Sta Bus., French Club, In- De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., tramurals, Rostra, Home- i � - Chairman Gymleaders room Vice-Chairma WILLIAM DREXLER Pres.-Stud. Assoc., Pres.- 7 PATRICIA DUELI Key Club, Treas.-Block R, at bie F.N.A., Pep Football, Track, B.S.1, Club, Gymleaders, Offici Vice-Pres.-Soph.- Jr . . ating, Block R, Intra- Classes, Boys’ State, C o- : _ murals Capt -J.V. Football MARYLIN DYKENS Vice-Pres.-Red Cross, Co- Director-Talent Show, BRUCE DUNWORTH Debate Club, J.A., F.N.A., F.D.A., Aquatics, Water Ballet, French Club, Pep Club BRADFORD NANCY EDWARDS EDWARDS Gymleaders, Monitors, Monitors Apparatus JOANNE EHLINGER Monitors, Gym Leaders Intramurals ANTHONY ELLIOTT Treas. -Sr. Class, Pres.- Math Club, Track, Ring Orch., Dec. Comm., Band, Intramurals, Varsity Comm., Homeroom chairman De-O-Wain Sta Ed. RALPH ENNETT WILLIAM ESCHE Soccer, Volleyball, Talent Show, Gymnastics LINDA EVANS WOODROW ELDRIDGE De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Monitors, Library Coun il cu Sr. Ball Dec Comm % DOROTHY ENGLEMANN De-O-Wain-Sta Ed. Staff, Intra- Colgate Seminar, murals, Sports JOHN ENTELISANO Key Club, J.A., Track, Cross-Country, Intramu- rals GREGORY ESPOSITO F.D.A., Bowling. Intramurals, MARILYN EVANS De-O-Wain-Sta Gym Leaders, Archery, Officiating, Math Club, Intramurals, Red Cross, Bus., Managers. ip. Y MARY EVANS F.H.A., Red Cross JAMES FAY J.A., Key Club, Ski Club ROBERT EYCHNER Key Club, Debate Club, J.A., Ski Club KAREN FANFARILLO Red Cross, Library Coun- cil RALPH FEOLA Orch., J.A ANTOINETTE FACCIOLO Gymleaders, F.T.A JOE FANFARILLO Projection Club, Monitors PRUDENCE FAVATA F.H.A., Gymleaders, Bowling IRENE FERDINAND German Club, Pep Club, A.F.S., Intramurals RICHARD FEOLA Monitors JAMES FERGUSON ROBERT FERLO Debate Club, Band, Orch PATRICK FIGURED Choir, Talent Show, Soph Chorus KARIN FINLAY Pep Club, A.F.S., French Club, Track, Gymnastics Gymleaders, Aquatics, De DAVE FILIPPINI O-Wain-Sta Ed., Intra- Soccer, Hi-Y, Spanish murals, Ski Club, Sr. Play Club Scenery DICK FERNANDEZ DOROTHY FIEDLER Sec.-Stud. Assoc., Pres Choir, Talent Show, Sr Play, J.J Football, Ten nis, Pep Club, Jr. Prom Comm., Homeroom Chairman LINDA FIKEI Choir Gymleaders FTAs Talent Show, Soph. Choir DAVE FINN JOHN FINLEY Monitors, Stage Crew, In- Baseball tramurals JANE FISCHER Band, A.F.S., Rostra, De bate Club, Chairman, Red Aquatics, German Club Homeroom Cross, SHARYL FISHER F.H.A., Gymleaders, Aqua tics, Choir. Talent Show SUSAN FLANAGAN Library Council VIRGINIA FLEET Pep Club, Honor Society, Colgate Seminar, Intra- murals, Gymleaders, {quatics ARTHUR FOUNTAIN JOHN FISHER Intramurals RONALD FITCH JOHN FLAVER Band, Orch., Choir, Intra- murals = - ! - RONALD FRANCISCO Football, Wrestling, Track, Block R, Band LINDA FORBES FHA. RUTH FRANZ ROBERT FRENCH Swimming, Soccer, Moni tors MICHAEL GALDUN B.S.1., Honor Society Li- brary Council, Thrush, 4.F.S., Math Club, Moni- tors WILLIAM GANNON De-O-Wain-Sta Ed., Col gate Seminar, Hockey, Debate Club, A.F.S., Pep Club, Intramurals, Rostra, Forum JOHN GAROFALO ROSS FRASER Pres. -Colgate Seminar, Honor Society, Swim ming, Treas.-A.F.S.-Ke) Club, De-O-Wain-Sta Ed., Pep Club, Latin Club BARBARA FROELICH Gymleaders, Block R, Officiating, Intramurals, Aquatics, Math Club, F.T.A., Jr. Prom Queen KAREN GALLUP RAYMOND GARBY 7 PATRICIA GAROFALO De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Gymleaders, Intramurals RICHARD GAROFALO BETTY LYNN GELBURD De-O-Wain-Sta Ass’ Ed., Sec.-A.F.S., Sec.-Pep Club, Red Cross, Library Council, Latin Club JACQUELINE GENOVESE Intramurals KATHY GETBEHEAD Pres.-A.F.S., De-O-Wain- Sta Ed., Red Cross, Aqua- tics, Water Ballet, Swim- ming, Intramurals, French Club LOUISE GIAMBONA F.N.A., Gymleaders, In- tramurals LOUIS GAZITANO De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Sr. Ball Comm 4 SUE GEMBERLING Pres Pep Club, Honor Society, De-O-Wain-Sta Ass’t. Ed., A.F.S., Library Council, Aquatics, Col gate Seminar Alternate, Sr. Play Scenery, Intra murals RITA GENTILCORE F.S.A JOHN GIACHETTI ANGELA GIAMPORCARO Majorettes, Gymleaders ELIZABETH GILBERT Block R Club, Ski Club, Gymleaders, Aquatics, In tramurals, Officiating, Pool issistant, Water Ballet ANDREW GLADWIN Math Club GAIL GLEASMAN Gym Leaders, Red Cross Club, Intramurals CONSTANCI GIANNOTTI Gym Leaders FRANK GOHRINGER Talent Show PHYLLIS GIGLI Gym Leaders Future Teachers KEITH GIOVANNUCCI Track, Cross-Country, Weight Training CHRISTOPHER GLEASMAN LISA GNAPP Talent Show, A Cappella Choir LINDA GOODMAN Future Nurses, Talent Show, Red Cross, Home Room Vice-Chairman PEGGY GOODMAN CATHY GRAHAM Red Cross, Talent Show, Red Cross, J.A., Choir, Track, Intramurals Intramurals MARIE GRESHTCHUK Gymleaders, Intramurals, Officiating RONALD GRIFFITHS Football, Monitors, Pro- NOLA GRIFFITHS jection Club, Choir, F.H.A., Bowling Weight Lifting, Baseball THOMAS GRANT De-O-Wain-Sta Ed, Gymnastics, Soccer, A.F.S., Pep Club, Math Club LEONARD GRIECO Football, Wrestling, Block R CAROLYN GRUBER Choir, F.N.A., Library Council, Gymleaders, Tal- ent Show, Red Cross, All- State Choir CHARLES GRATCH Key Club, Ski Club, In tramurals DEBORAH GUALTIERI Gymleaders, Block R, Field Hockey, Basketball, Volleyball, Softball, Officiating, Apparatus, Choir, Homeroom Vice- Chairman SAMUEL GUILIANO . ey, CATHY HANSEN F.H.A., Water Show SUSAN GULLA Cheerleading, Gym Lead ers, Math Club, French Club, Future Doctor, Red Cross, De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Intramurals LINDA LOU HALI Pep Club, Library Coun- cil, Gymleaders, Intramu rals MARILYN HARDY Library Council, Junior Achievement ROBERT GURDAK Bowling, Intramurals WILLIAM HALL Stage Crew FRED HARITATOS Monitors Club, Library Council, Math Club GARY HALDER Home Room Chair. Soph.-Sr., Block R-Vice Pres., Soccer, Hockey, Rostra, Forum, Intramu- j ras JAMES HARITATOS De-O-Wain-Sta Ed., Col- gate Seminar, Honor So- ciety, Library Council, Monitors’ Club, Latin Club, Thrush, F.T.A CHARLOTTE HARVEY Library Council, Monitors PATRICIA HEALY Rostra, Treas.-Gymleaders, Block R, Red Cross, F.H.A., Aquatics, Manag ers, Intramurals CHARLES HENDERSON F.D. A., F. N.A., Monitors MARION HENZI De-O-Wain-Sta Ed., Col- gate Seminar, A.F.S., Vice-Pres.-Pep Club, Code of Ethics Comm., Latin Club, Red Cross, Intramurals, Choir, Gym- leaders BRAD HERMAN Intramurals JEFFREY HAUS Colgate Seminar, Track, Bowling, French Club, ath Club, Intramurals BONNIE HEBERLIG Homeroom Chairman, Pep Club, F.N.A., Gym- leaders, Managers, Aqua lics, LES Jr. Prom Comm FRANCIS HENRY Math Club SHEILA HEPWORTH F.H.A,, F.N.A., Gymlead- ers, Bowling, Intramurals THOMAS HERMES De-O-Wain-Sta Ed, In- tramurals, J.A., Home- room Chairman, Choir, Library Council, Pep Club, Math Club LINDA HERPER Red Cross BRUCE HERRMAN Weight Training, Intramu- rals EVERETT HICKS Monitors Club, Intramu- rals SANDRA HOFFMAN Library Council, F.N.A., f T A., Red Cross THOMAS HOSLEY Swimming, Intramurals MARY HERRIN Gym Leaders, Red Cross Club, Talent Show SHELLEY HERRON LINDA HITCHCOCK Office Helper, Gymlead- ers, F.N.A., De-O-Wain- Sta Bus. Intramurals, Bowling, Talent Show THEODORE HOGAN Track, Cross-Country, JV Wrestling, French Club, Junior Achievement DAVID HUGHES Weight Lifting, Intramu- rals LYNDA HULBERT Block R Club, Head Cheerleader, Homeroon ANNA HULI Chairman-Jr.-Sr., Gym F.H.A., Gymleader, Intra leader, {quatics Club murals Officiating Club, Intramu rals JOHN HURLEY SHEILA HUNT . Intramurals, Manager Hockey, Pep Club CHERYL IZZO THOMAS HYLLA Gym Leaders, Majorette, Monitors Club Intramurals, Senior Ball Comm., De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Homeroom Vice- Chairman.-Jr. ELAINE IZZO Head Majorette, Gym HOWARD JAEGAR Debate Club, Intramurals Leader, Jr. Prom Comm., Intramurals, Homeroom Chairman-Soph., Senior Ball Comm. BRENDA JARRETT RNA. Red Cross Club FRED JAYNES LINDA JENKINS Gymleaders, F.H.A., Track Intramurals RICHARD JOHNSON Football, J.V. Basketball, Homeroom Chairman, In tramurals, Weight Training DOUGLAS JONES Swimming, Stage Crew, Band, J.A. WILLIAM JONES Debate Club, Math Club, Library Council, A.F.S., Pep Club, Russian Club, French Club, Colgate Seminar, B.S I. Press THOMAS KAISER Football, Ski Club, Homeroom Chairman, In- tramurals, Jr. Prom Dec., Sr. Ball Comm. GAYLE JENNY Homeroom Vice-Chair- man, Red Cross, Sr. Play, Gymleaders, Orch., Intra- murals DALE JONES Baseball, Hockey, Intra- murals, Pep Club LYNNE JONES De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Monitors, Library Coun- cil, Red Cross, A.F-S., F.N.A., Pep Club, Gym- leaders, Tennis MICHAEL JOSEPH Soccer BONNIE KELLER Bowling, Gymleaders | —, ROBERT KELLER BENNETT KELLEY Track, Cross-Countr) DELORES KIKER F T.A., Gymleaders, In tramurals ROSALIND KNAUER Sec.-Honor Society, Col- gate Seminar, De-O- Wain-Sta Ed., Vice-Pres.- A.F.S., French Club, Gym- leaders DAVID KNIPE Sr. Play Dec., Intramurals JOHN KELSO French Club, Intramurals PETER KLARA De-O-Wain-Sta Ed, Pres.-F.D.A., Swimming, Intramurals CARL KNUDSEN Library Council, De-O- Wain-Sta’ Bus. EDMUND KENNEDY De-O-Wain-Sta Ass't Ed. Colgate Seminar, Track, French Club, Homeroom Chairman FRED KOENIG THOMAS KWASNIEWSKI KAREN KOZICK Gym Leader, Block R Club, Intramurals, Home room Chairman-S« ph Sr., Band, Orchestra WANDA LADO F.N.A., Pep Club, Library Council, Spanish Club SHEILA LAMB Red Cross, F.N.A., Gym- FRAN LAMASCOLA leaders, Monitors Club RONALD LABELLA MARY ELLEN J.V. Wrestling, Intramu LACHUT rals, Weight Lifting, Or B.S. Pres., F.N.A., chestra F.T.A., Library Council, A.F.S., Pep Club, Junior Achievement RICHARD LAGRECO Monitors Club FRANK LAMONICA Math Club, Junior Achievement, Intramurals, DONALD Bowling LAMPHEAR PHILIP LAPLANTI JEFFREY LAZOVIK Ed.- Rostra, Pep ¢ ‘lub, Latin Club, Tennis LINDA LEWIS De-O-Wain-Sta Ed, Honor Society, J.A., Col- gate Seminar, Choir, Li- brary Council, A.F.S., Sec.-Monitors, Pep Club, F.N.A ALICIA LLOYD B.S.1 Press, Colgate Seminar, Honor Society, Library Council, Latin Club GERALD LONG KAREN LASCURETTES A.F.S., F.N.A., Pep Club, French Club, Colgate Seminar, Red Cross, Gymleaders, Band SUSAN LEITHOLI Sec.-Debate Club, Home- room Chairman, Cheer- leader, A.F.S., Majorettes, Latin Club, Gymleaders, {quatics, Managers VALERIE LEWIS FTA. F.HA., A.F.S., Gymleaders RICHARD LOMBINO J.A., Monitors, Intramu- rals LUCILLE LONGO Library Council, Red Cross WILLIAM LOVETI Cross-Country, Ski Club, { Cappella Choir, Talent Show, French Club, Junior Achievement, In tramurals 4 JOHN LOWELL Baseball, Football, Moni- tors Club, Intramurals, A - Cappella Choir. wWw SHARON LYNCH Pep Club, A.F.S., Talent Show, F.H.A ROY MACDONALD Ski Club SUSAN MACLAUGHLIN Monitors Club PETER LOVIER Hockey, J.} Football, Baseball, Key Club, Pep Club, Soph Hop Comm., Jr. Prom Comm., Sr. Ball Comm Intramurals Homeroom Chairman A GAIL LYNDON Red Cross, F.T.A., A.F.S., Library Council, Pep Club, Tennis ETHEL MADSEN Senior Play, Sr. Ball Comm., Jr. Prom Comm., Pep Club, Library Coun- cil, Red Cross, Aquatics Club, Gym Leader, Intra- murals, | De-O-Wain-Sta Bus. DENNIS LOWRY VICTORIA MACDONALD Monitors Club F.H.A ALFRED MAGNANTI Golf rals, Weight Lifting PETER MAIO Homeroom Chairman, In tramurals, Bowling JAMES MALONE Intramurals, Bowling RONALD MANCHESTER MARY MARCISOPSK ¥ f, Wrestling, Intramu g. AUGUST MAGNANTI J.V. Wrestling, Monitors, Intramurals, Latin lub, Soccer CAROI MAKSYMCZUK Tennis, Bowling, Track, Intramurals ROBERT MANCHESTER MARILYN MANGINO F.T.A., A.F.S., J.A., Red Cross, Gymleaders ALBERT MARELLO Intramurals THOMAS MARRIOTT BRUCE MARSHALI Swimming, Pool Ass’t Rostra, Intramurals ANTHONY MARTOCCIA RONALD MARTIN Ny , : Band MARY MASTERS Gymleaders u PAUL MASTRACCIO STEPHENIE . CHARLES MATHIS MATAVIESKO Swimming, Track, Soccer, F.D.A RANDALL MAURER EUGENE MAUTNER Bowling DENISE MCCANN DIANE MCCARTHY Gymleaders, Pep Club, In tramurals, Homeroom Chairman, 4quatics, Managers, Jr. Prom Comm., Soph. Choir MARILYN MCLEMORE Majorettes, J.A., Gym- leaders, Red Cross, Aqua- tics, Intramurals, Home- room Vice-Chairman, Officiating TOM MCMASTER Intramurals, Golf JOSEPH MENDOZA De-O-Wain-Sta Bus ROBERT MCCARTHY Track, Intramurals, Pep Club SHIRLEY MCMAHON Intramurals LEONA MERCHANT Red_ Cross, Managers, Gymleaders, Archery KATHLEEN MCEACHERN Red Cross, F.H.A., Intra murals TRUDY MERKEL F.T.A., Gymleaders, Pep Club, Intramurals DONALD MEYER F.T.A., Bowling, Golf, Soccer, Intramurals, KATHLEEN MEZZA De-O-Wain-Sta Bus.-Ed., Homeroom Chairman, Choir A.F.S., Pep Club, J.A., Jr. Prom Comm., Ski Club, Gymleaders, Ring Comm DAVID MINER Basketball, Baseball, Track, Intramurals KATHLEEN MOLNAR F.NA, JA, A.FS., Aquatics, Latin Club, Pep Club, Monitors, F.T.A KENNETH MONDRICK JOANNE MICHANIW GERALD MILLES Gymleaders, F.H.A KENNETH MOKRZYCKI Colgate Seminar, B.S.1 Broadcast, Band, French Club, Treas.-Math Club, Monitors, A.F-.S. THOMAS MORGAN RICHARD MOORE AUDREY MOSHER JAMES MULDOON GEORGIA NELLIS {quatics, Pep Club, Homeroom Chairman, In- tramurals, Gymleaders, Water Ballet RONNIE NEWMAN SANDRA NORTHRUP THEODORE MOWRY Gymnastics, Band MARK NEISS Swimming - DONALD NERO J.V. Football, Swimming, Homeroom Chairman, In tramurals, Jr. Prom Comm., De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Sr. Ball Comm i WILLIAM NORMAN JAN O'BRIEN Sec.-Gymleaders, Officiat- ing, Aquatics, Homeroom Chairman, Latin Club, Block R, Field Hockey, Basketball, Volleyball, Softball JERRY O’CONNELI J.A MARIE ORTOLANO Gymleaders DALE OUDERKIRK Hockey, Pep Club, Intra murals DOUGLAS PAINE Intramurals, Weight Training GERTRUDE PALMA F.T.A., Gymleaders, Red Cross, Pep Club, Intra- murals JOSEPH ORTOLANO Band, Dance Band, Orch., Intramurals KATHLEEN O’SHEA Sec.-Latin Club, A.F.S., Homeroom Chairman, De-O-Wain-Sta Bus.-Ed., Intramurals, Tennis, Pep Club, Jr. Prom Comm DONALD PAGI MARYANN PALINSKI J.A., F.T.A., P ep Club, Gymleaders, Tennis, Ski Club DOMINICK PARRY Red Cross, Monitors, Weight Training GERRARD PARRY THOMAS PARRY Basketball, Baseball, Weight Training, Intra murals CHRIS PASQUALETTI Track, Pep Club, De-O- Wain-Sta Ed. ROSEMARY PATANE Majorettes, Pep Club, In- tramurals, Gymleaders, Tennis, Managers RONALD PATTERSON Intramurals, Weight Training JACK PARRY Intramurals SUSAN PARTLOW Red Cross, Pep Club PATSY PASSALACQUA Football, Baseball, Science Congress DAVID PATRICK Basketball, Track, Intra- murals, Math Club, De- O-Wain-Sta Bus., Weight Training, Homeroom Vice Chairman DONNA PAWLIKOWSKI Gymleaders, Pep Club, Jr. Prom Comm., Intramurals SUSAN PEKOLA Intramurals ELFIE PETERSON ANTHONY PEZZULA Intramurals JOHN PICH Football, Math Club JAMES PIEKARSKI Monitors PAMELA PEPPERMAN De-O-Wain-Sta Ed, A.F.S., Debate Club, Pep Club, Intramurals, J.A., Gymleaders SUSAN PETRIE SUZANNE PHILLIPS Gymleaders, Intramurals STEPHEN PICKARD CAROL PIERCE Homeroom Chairman � Rw EDA PISANO Cheerleaders, F.N.A., Gymleaders, De-O-Wain Sta Bus., Aquatics, Red Cross, Jr. Prom-Sr. Ball Comm., Intramurals, F.T.A RONALD POOLI CANDY PRIEST BSI. Press, F.N.A., A.F.S., F.T.A., Aquatics, Jr. Prom-Sr. Ball Comm., French Club LEE PROPER REBECCA PROSSER DIANNE POTTER Gymleaders, PF. Ass {quatics, Homeroom Chairman, Intramurals LINDA PRITCHARD Gymleaders PATRICIA PUCCIO Intramurals, F.N.A., Soph Hop-Jr. Prom Comm., Gymleaders, J.A., Pep Club, Sr. Ball Comm MARYANN PRICE De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., iguatics, Ring Comm, Jr. Prom Comm., Gym leaders JOYCE PUCHYR Gymleaders, Pep Club, D e-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Jr. Prom Comm., Intramurals KATHLEEN PUGLIO MICHAEL RECCHIO Sr. Ball Dec., Track, In- tramurals, Soph. Hop Comm., Jr. Prom Comm. LINDA PULTYNOVICH F.N.A., Red Cross, Ma jorettes, Pep Club, Intra murals SUSAN RAY DONNA REED Majorettes, Pep Club, tramurals, Officiating ROSARIO RAITI Intramurals JEFF RAYNER Pep Club, Sr. Ball Dec., RICHARD REED JOAN RASMUSSEN F.N.A., 1.F.S.. Home room Chairman, Gym leaders, Pep Club, Jr Prom Dec., De-O-Wain- Sta Bus., Majorettes, Sr. Play Comm., Intramurals ROBERT REED Intramurals ANGELO RENZI Bowling, Baseball, Intra murals LOUIS RICO Monitors, Intramurals WILLIAM RIZIO Intramurals LINDA ROBERTS Honor Society, Colgate Seminar, Syr. Cit. Conf., Debate Club, A.F.S., Jr Prom Comm., Latin Club, French Club ANTHONY ROMANO J.V. Football, Intramu- rals, F.D.A. GARY RICHARDSON RICHARD RIDER Monitors, Talent Show, Swimming DIANNE ROBERTS RANDY ROBINSON Rostra, Colgate Seminar. HENRY ROSOFF Rostra BETTE-JEAN ROUNDS Library Council. THOMAS RUANI Pep Club, Library Coun cil, A.F.S., Colgate Semi nar, Latin Club GLENN RUDD LARRY RUDD LINDA SALCE Aquatics, Block R., Gym leaders, F.T.A., Water Ballet, Homeroom Chair- man, Interscholastic Sports DAVID ROYLANCI De-O-Wain-Sta Ed., J.A., Golf Band. 1.F.S., Skiing. Intramurals JEAN RUDD Monitors, Pep Cub, Gym- leaders, FH A., Red Cross, Talent Show. DIANE SALERNO Gymleaders, Intramurals. [ CAROL RUBINO De-O-Wain-Sta Ed, Pres Sec F T. A., Treas Pep Club, J.A., Vice-Pres Library Council, Gym leaders, Choir, Home- room Chairman, A.F.S. Be Monitors, LOUIS SACCO Band, Intramurals CHARLES SANFILIPPO Manager Basketball Pep Club ROBERT SAPIESZKO Weight ROSEMARY SCALERO Sr. Play, Debate Club, F.DA., AES. EN.A., Talent Show, Library Council, Intramurals, Red ALFRED SCACCIA Cross JOHN SCALISE ; ALBERT SCERRA CAROLYN SCHATZ CORA Rostra, Pres F.N.A., SCHALLENBERG Colgate Seminar, Honor . Society, A.F.S., Pep Club, De-O-Wain-Sta_ Bus., {quatics, Gymleaders, Talent Show Red Cross, Intramurals DIANE SCHLIEDER Sr. Play, Red _ Cross, LEON SCHRAM F.T.A., French = Club, Latin Club, Gymleaders, Intramurals. RONALD SCHULER Wrestling Pep Club Track, J.A JOAN SCUDERI F.N.A., Red Cross JAMES SEALS Choir MARTHA SELIGA J.A., A.F.S., Choir RONALD SEOANE RONALD SCHULLER PETER SERINO a LINDA SEAGER Gymleaders, Intramurals CAROL SEATON ROBERT SENN J.A., Latin Club, Math Club ELAINE SEXTON De-O-Wain-Sta_ Ed. Bus., B.S1. Press, Colgate Seminar, Honor Society, 4.F.S., Orch., Aquatics, J.A., Gymleaders BARBARA SMITH Red Cross. GEORGIANNA SHOLES F.N.A., Homeroom Chair man, Monitors KAREN SLOWINSKI Majorettes GERALD SMITH GRETCHEN SIEGEI F.N.A., A.F.S., J.A., Ger man Club MICHAEI SKARNULIS BRUCE SMALI Intramurals, Key Club, Ski Club. SCOTT SMITH De-O-Wain-Sta Ed., Col- ROBERT SMITH gate Seminar. SUSAN SMITH CHERYL SPOON F.S.A., Treas Red Cross, Rostra, Forum, Gymlead- ers, Majorettes, Pep Club. JILL SOCOLOF De-O-Wain-Sta_ Bus., A.F.S., Library Council, French Club, Ski Club, Pep Club, Gymleaders, Sr Play, Red Cross, Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm STEVE SPERLIK PAMELA SPRIGGS Sec Soph. — Jr. Classes, Treas Aquatics, Pep Club, De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Ring Comm., Jr. Prom Comm., Syr. Cit Conf, N.Y. Smoking Conf. MARIE SPADAFORA Gymleaders, Managers, Li- brary Council, Intramurals LESTER SPINK Library Council, Moni- tors, J.A ANDREW STANGEL JAMES SPARGO De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., 1.F.S., Math Club, J.+ Wrestling, Soccer, Sr. Ball Comm JANET STANNARD F.S.A., Red Cross, Home room Chairman MICHAEL STEDMAN THOMAS STEDMAN JAMES STEWART De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Ke) Club, German Club, Col- gate Seminar, Math Club LUCRETIA STITT F.T.A., F.N.A., Pep Club, De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Aquatics, J.A., Choirs. KATHY STORMS Monitors, Gymleaders NANCY STEDMAN JOHN STERLING Math Club, Projection Club. JOHN STIRPE Homeroom Chairman, Soccer, Jr. Prom Comm. JEFFREY STOCKHOLM Intramurals, Key Club, Colgate Seminar. MARTHA STROMEI Colgate Seminar, B.S.1. Press, Sr. Play, De-O- Wain-Sta Bus., French Club, FTA, A.FS., Aquatics, Gymleaders, Jr. Prom — Sr. Ball Comm., J.A DOMINICK SUMMA J.A., German Club, Pep Club, Math Club, Intra murals RICHARD TAGLIERE Cross-Country, Track, Intramurals LORRAINE STROMICK F.T.A., Intramurals, Gym leaders, Jr. Prom — Sr. Ba Comm —— DANIEL SWORTFIGUER Homeroom De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., A.F.S., Library Council, Pep Club Chairman, PATRICIA TANNER Colgate Seminar, Honor F.T.A., Red Cross, Gymleaders, Aqua Society, tics, Intramurals SANDRA STURBIN F.T.A Colgate Seminar { ternate LINDA SUTTER F.N.A., Gymleaders ELEANOR SZCZESNIAK DIANE TALIANI CINDY TARDUGNO F.N.A., tramurals, Pep Club Gymleaders, In- MARIE TELESCO F.N.A Gymleaders Cross De-O- Wain Bus., Pep Club, Sr Scenery, Officiating TOM THOMAS Wrestling, J.V. Baseball, J.V. Football, J.A., Intra murals LARS THOMASSEN Senior Play, A.F.S., Band, J.A., Key Club. JOSEPH TIERNEY KATHLEEN TOEPP Play BRIAN THOMAS WYATT THOMAS J.A., Intramurals STEPHEN THOMPSON Football, Track CAROL TODORA De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., Gymleaders, Tennis FRANCES TOMEO Intramurals, Red Cross, Aquatics, De-O-Wain-Sta Bus CHERYL TOTARO ELIZABETH TROMBLEY Honor Society, Colgate Seminar, French Club, Homeroom Chairman, Gymleaders, F.T.A, B.S.I. Press, Sr. Prom Comm., Intramurals, Officiating SHIRLEY TRUDEAL LINDA TUFFEY EUGENE TURNER Track, Cross-Country, German Club, Talent Show 1IM TOWNSEND Hockey PATRICK TROPHIA Football, Wrestling, Hi-Y, Block R, Homeroom Chairman LINDA TRULI F.N.A.,. F.T.A., AF-S. Homeroom Chairman NOREEN TURKI Intramurals, Red Cross MARIE TYLER Colgate Seminar, De-O- Wain-Sta Ed, Sec Sr. Class, Honor Society, Aquatics, Debate Club, Swimming, French Club, B.S.1I. Press MARILYN ULRICK BRUCI FRANK VACCARO JON VALENTI F.N.A., Pep Club, {gua UNDERWOOD Football, J.V. Wrestling Wrestling tics, Choir, Gymleaders, Water Ballet MARYANN VANCOURT LORENZA VALVO J.A., F.T.A., Red Cross, Gymleaders, Orch JERI VARGO De-O-Wain-Sta Ed.-in- Chief, Colgate Seminar, DAVID VANGESEN Honor Society, Pres F.T.A., Monitors, Latin Latin Club, Vice-Pres. Club, Colgate Seminar Red Cross, Sr. Play, Alternate, German Club, Pep Club, A.F.S., Rostra, JOHN VERGALITO Soph. Choir. Intramurals MARY VELLA J.A., Intramurals, Choir SHARON VERSACI Red Cross, Homeroom Chairman, Sec F.H.A J.A., Talent Show, Jr Prom Dec., A.F.S., Li brary Council, Intramu rals, Sr. Play Comm LESLIE WALTER Library Council. PHIL VINCI Intramurals GEORGE WAKULIK Swimming, Soccer, Choir Baseball, Intramurals PENELOPE WALTER WAYNE VROOMAN Weight Training. LARRY WALLAC Math Club, Track SANDRA WALTERS Gymleaders, F.T.A., {quatics, De-O-W ain-Sta Bus., Jr. Prom Comm., Intramurals GLENN WADOPIAN Football, J.V Wrestling, Weight Training, Choir ELAINE WARCUP Gymleaders, Ski Club, Managers, Aquatics, De- O-Wain-Sta Bus., Intra- murals MARY JEAN WASHBURN De-O-Wain-Sta Bus., JOAN WARCUP Gymleaders, Red Cross, De-O-Wain-Sta Bus : ; Bowling, Gymleaders DONNA WATSON Gymleaders, Intramurals CHARLENE WEAVER F.H.A., Library Council JEAN WAY F.H.A., Bowling, De-O Wain-Sta Bus NANCY WEBER Gymleaders, Library Coun- cil, Choir, Intramurals IRENE WELCH BRUCE WELLMAN Football WAYLAND WATTS Colgate Seminar, Track, Sec Key Club, Treas. Debate Club, Math Club, Monitors, B.S.1 cast Broad NEIL WEISSMAN Ed. B.S.1. Press, Pres Honor Society, Colgate Seminar, Wrestling, Block R., Syr. Cit. Conf., Debate Club, High School Quiz, Pep Club, Math Club. SUSAN WELLS Colgate Seminar, Honor Society, Pep Club, Rostra, Gymleaders, Monitors ROBERT WHEELER Band, Library Council, Math Club. SUSAN WILHELM German Club GERALD WILLIAMS Football, Block R., Choir, Basketball, De-O-Wain Sta Ed., Key Club PAMELA WILLIAMS Homeroom Chairman, Gymleaders, Pep Club, Colgate Seminar Alternate, Monitors, F.N.A., F.D.A., Choir, Intramurals. TONY WESTON Track, Intramurals RICHARD WHITE Cross-Country, Track, Debate Club, Math Club ARTHUR WILLIAMS Intramurals MELVIN WILLIAMS Football, Intramurals, Spanish Club, Homeroom Vice Chairman SUE WILLIAMS Aquatics, Orch. F.T.A., Pep Club, Intramurals, F.N.A., Gymleaders. STEPHEN WILSON Hi-Y, Syr. Cit. Conf DONALD WOLFGANG Band, Orch., J.A., Span ish Club, Talent Show, Intramurals GEORGE YANTHIS Pep Club, Track, Orch., Intramurals, Spanish Club CAROL ZAKALA Gymleaders, Ski Club, Managers, F.N.A., De-O- Wain-Sta Bus., Intra- murals. JUDY ZIEMANN Intramurals, Gymleaders. SANDRA WOJCIK Intramurals, Gymleaders GLORIA WOODS Majorettes, Gymleaders, Managers, Intramurals PETER YOUSEY Basketball, Baseball, J. Football, Block R., Intra- murals, J.A., Homeroom Vice Chairman JAMES ZIELINSKI PENNY ZUGNER Intramurals, Band, Treas. — Talent Show, Pep Club, A.F.S., Aquatics, Red Cross, Gymleaders, F.N.A., French Club PROGRESSIVE JUNIORS After unifying as sophomores, we juniors were seasoned by the unique experiences of our second year at Rome Free Academy. Advised by Mrs. Weinkauf and led by President Nick Pendorf, Vice-President David Cin granelli, Secretary Alicia Cingranelli, and Treasurer Jane Reid, the class completed many successful projects. One of the most outstanding of these included an overwhelming vic- tory in the Thanksgiving Food Drive. This success was due to door-to-door collections. Enthusiasm and intense competition aroused by the juniors made this year’s drive the most successful in the history of RFA. The Victory Dance, a class-sponsored affair held after the Utica Free Academy game, and our western-style Junior Prom in January were two sparkling successes. As we took the PSAT, the Merit Scholarship, and the SAT examinations, our thoughts turned toward college preparation and the future. The month of May and the receipt of our class rings caused us to realize our responsibility as seniors in the coming year. Our junior year, with its sorrows and joys, frustrations and gratifications, failures and successes, helped us to prepare for this responsibility. Top to Bottom: Nicholas Pendorf, president; David Cingra- nelli, vice-president; Alicia Cingranelli, secretary; Janie Reid, treasurer. BOTTOM ROW: A. June, N. Jones, P. Griffin, L. Kaczowka, K. Grogan, V. Jones, S. Gual- tieri, M. Griffin. ROW 2: W. Gugliemo, P. Gray, S. Griffin, F. Gray, J. Grieco, G. Glasso M. Gruby. ROW 3: P. Jones, A. Glasso, R. Gillander, D. Kehrig, M. Gryziec, P. Gotti, G Joseph, D. Grove BOTTOM ROW, D. Hyatt, D. Jaski, S. Hull, D. Hert, H. Huguenin, B. Hoftstead, T. Her- rick. ROW 2: D. Houghton, A. Izzo, J. Hoehn, G. Reed, D. Homokay, J. Ray. ROW 3: R Rakowski, C. Jacoby, S. Huntley, L. Hunter BOTTOM ROW: K. Henderson, J. Henderson, M. Kinney, K. Kinna, N. Hendenburg, S Hart, S. Hellen. ROW 2: G. Hand, F. Harvey, J. Heilig, M. Kelly, B. Harrington, W. Healt, H. Heburn, K. Harris, T. Heilig. OLD GYM BOTTOM ROW: L. Beckley, C. Brocklesby, D R. Berone, J. Berone. ROW 2: S. Beer, B Billotti, B. Bartolotti, E. Bathrick, F. Bello, Bonner, D. Bourne, B. Bean, M. Bingham, S Berg, H. Boyce. ROW 3: M. Brady, C. Blair, D. Beach, D. Bowman, J. Brockway, R. Boczu- lak, D. Barrett, K. Barry —1 5 met BOTTOM ROW: M. Oberriter, K. Patane, M. Passalacqua, R. Nuccio, P. Oppito, K Knapp, P. Oates. ROW 2: R. Spado, J. Owens, R. Palinski, D. Northrup, C. Okeefe, R Park. ROW 3: K. Kline, D. Panara, P. Parrish, J. Patane, P. Parish BOTTOM ROW: D. Cross, D. Costello, S. Cumming, D. Davis, E. Cosimeno, C Cardiff, L Campanaro, S. DeAngelo. ROW 2: L. Cooper, G. Cardillo, R. Caldwell, K. Damon, N. Ca- ble, E. Chmielewski, V. Carambia. ROW 3: G. Caldwell, R. Culbertson, D. Dawes, T. Da- iuto, J. Coleman, E. Davis. ROW 4: S. Davis, R. Corr, E. Davis. BOTTOM ROW: R. Simpson, G. Shepard, P. Stewart, P Spado, D. Slyman, M. Sestito, K Strom, S. Sledziona. ROW 2: D. Smith, R. Sluman, D. Siddall, P. Slobodian, I 2 Skalwold D. Slagel, G. Stevens. ROW 3: B. Smith, J. Sharp, D. Seymour, R. Simon i BOTTOM ROW: M. French, C. Jones, M. Ford, D. Ferlo, S. Figured, L rari. ROW 2; M. Ferlo, T. Gandy, V. Fiashetti, € Jones, R. Johnson, M. Flint, D. Fiorini, | Fromey, T. Fer- Garry, B. Jones, D. Furia. ROW 3: G .. Ferlo, H. Fredenburg, P. Foley b | s al BOTTOM ROW: S. Martin, R. Brockway, K. McCabe, C. Marocchi, E McCarthy, B. Mati- vesko, E. McCormick. ROW 2: T Marchesane, M. Brockway, J Martin, C. Brooks, E. R. Riegler, M. Ripley, L Robinson, P. Marcisofsky. ROW 3 Marucci, D. Mazza, J. Bron- son. BOTTOM ROW: V. Littlefield, K. Landry, A. Reese, M. Krainik, P. Kucharek, D. MacFar- land, S. Maiolo, ROW 2: F. Renwick, R. Manchester, P. Looft, B. Lenaghen, D. Reese, W Koder. ROW 3: R. Kurtyka, K. Richardson, F. Renwick, M. Krupiarz, J. Koons BOTTOM ROW: S. Melioris, L. Merola, C. Money, D. McDonald, L. Montalbano, L. Pug- liese. P. Meier, E. Merola. ROW 2: R. Montana, M. Michaniw, J. Montalbano, R. Montal- bano, P. Montalbano, O. McGuire, F. Rahrig, J. Miller. ROW 3: M. Merchant, B. Mcllvenna, A. Montoya, R. McGurn, A. Mitchell, J. McNamara, J. Putnam BOTTOM ROW: S. Waters, B. Warcup, N. Volpe, T. Wade, P. Wardwell, G. Voorhees, B Waller, A. Swistak. ROW 2: R. Sykes, A. Westcott, M. Vienneau, fF Verminski, S. Walters, K. Varner, R. Trautner, L. Voci, M. Szyper. ROW 3: M. Wadopian, R. Wells, S. Wallace, T Verminski, C. Vandenburgh, B. Weinkauf, J. Szure BOTTOM ROW: C. Destito, C. DeBonza, K. Downs, D. Durgan, S. DiBari, A. Didone, D Derrick, C. Dellork. ROW 2: J. Dromgoole, R. Dekin, K. Delaney, M. Carney, D. Delaney S. DeRuby, T. Dunn. ROW 3: J. Edick, A. Demski BOTTOM ROW: D. Nicholas, P. Neidl, W. Nacewicz, T. Moores, E. Kohl, N. Nash, K Mowry. ROW 2: C. Murray, J. Nasci, F. Nicotera, T. Morba, P. Mungari, J. Prugar BOTTOM ROW: D. Poole, C. Rohan, J. Stanizzi, L. Spinelli, D. Pekola, M. Poirier, S. Pe- trie. ROW 2: H. Potter, A. Pristera, B. Spence, S. Pritchard, M Pritchard, G. Porcari. ROW 3 J. Pietras, T. Peterson, V. Pirillo, P. Stacklick, P. Palaez BOTTOM ROW: M. Theall, D. Stroud, P. Thomas, L. Tyezinski, R. Tuthill, S. Urso, M Tardugno. ROW 2: L. Tolliver, V. Sullivan, L. Valencourt, S. Stromick, C. Tagliaferri J Thomas. ROW 3: R. Trembeth, D. Thomas, L. Trudeau, B. Walpole, M. Thomas, J. Tracy L. Sullivan, J. Uvanni BOTTOM ROW: C. Clifford, P. Christian, M. Colangelo, D. Brigg, B. Brunette, R. Burk, D Cilente, L. Conn. ROW 2: L. Clapps, C. Clifford, M. Cook, S. Burritt, J Colgan, C. Church, P. Ciaralli, F. Conover. ROW 3: D. Clough, R. Christner, T. Childress, D. Combs, G. Butz, G. Como, M. Brement, T. Coonrod BOTTOM ROW: R. Atkinson, D, Allen, L. Alonge, V. Aquillo, T. Adsit, M. Antonucci, N Barnes, K. Ames, M. Barbato. ROW 2: J. Amuso, D. Adsit, C. Adle, L. Amo, D. Anken, R Atkinson. ROW 3: P. Adey, M. Baker, W. Bailey, T Avard, G. Armstrong, G. Alder. ROW 4: C. Banks, H. Amidon, M. Arnold a ft. BOTTOM ROW; J. Farraggio, K. Faulkiner, S. Ferenc, D. Carriero, G. Cataldo, D. Facchi- no, J. Ceklovsky. ROW 2: G. Charny, R. Carroll, R Feeny, M. Felice, T. Fahey, A. Fabriz io. ROW 3:D Esposito, W Evans, B. Caswell, A. Ellinger, K. Ferguson, G. Chemelli BOTTOM ROW: L. Rohwer, M. Sanford, M. Ryon, S. Rowe, J. Scherz, L. Schultz, V. Rutz, P. Rosch. ROW 2 2: W. Schlieder, L. Rouillier, D Segur, H. Root, L. Schramp, S. Schaller, M. Schaller, K. Romano. ROW 3: M. Seoane, J. Ross, J. Ruzanski, J. Rosato, P. Romeo, J. Sawicki, S. Sarvas, K. Russell, P. Saathoff. BOTTOM ROW K. Zalepeski, D. Zigrino, K. Williby, M. Zbiegien, B. Yager, M. Wilson, M. Weston, S. Williams. ROW 2: D. Zielinski, S. Woodhead, S. Yager, P. Wright, R. Witch- ley, J. Wolfgang, D. Williams. ROW 3: A. Yourdon, D. Wilson, M. Wilson, R. Ziminski, D Wolff, D. Wyher, D. Wiggins. STRIVING SOPHOMORES Yesterday we were all-mighty ninth-graders; today, humble sophomores. It was quite a shock. Slowly the offerings of two junior highs merged into our sophomore class. Our first days in the maze of bricks and glass were hectic. There were directions asked, rooms located, and “elevator tickets” bought. Soon the crisis had passed. Election time prompted a colorful display of posters. When the dust had cleared, we had found our leaders: president, Jeff Wright; vice-president, Carol Surace; trea- surer, Steve Sislo; and secretary, Sandi Kolasz. As the Christmas season drew near, our ornaments and decora- tions replaced posters. Our big project, the fabulous Sophomore Hop, took place in April and proved a fitting climax to our first year in R.F.A. As we look back upon our Sophomore year, we feel we have firmly established ourselves in R.F.A. With confidence and potential fulfillment, we look forward to next year’s highlights. TOP TO BOTTOM: GEOFFREY WRIGHT, PRESIDENT; CAROL SURACE, VICE-PRESIDENT; SAN- DRA KOLASZ, SECRETARY; STEVE SISLO, TREASURER. TEACHER’S trie - = K. Maio, E. Lombino, A BOTTOM ROW D. Marullo, J ni, S. Lorusso. ROW 2 Mataviesko, D. Mahl, R. Macleod. ROW 3 tin, E. Marsh, F. Mastracco, P. Link SOUTH CAFETERIA Marturano, J Jones, D. Jones Jorgensen. ROW BOTTOM ROW; J. Joslyn, J. Klara, C. Kaido, B. Knowels. D. Jones. D ROW 2: M. Kanoff, S. Kienowski, B Knapp, M. Jiminez, L. Kennedy, ¢ 3: S. Jones, J. Kehoe, J. Kembreey, R Klepadlo, R. Kanclerz, L. Kanwischer. ROW 4: K Knipe Jones, D. James, J. Kerwawycz, G. Jones, G. Johnson. 7 “ eS Lowerre Marullo, M. Mataviesko, I G. Marti- Martin, D. Marlin, K. Markeloff, H D. MacLachlan, D. Loretto, T. Martin, F. Mar- R. Messenger, M. Maziarz, M. Mathis, G. Mattes, J. Milles. K. McDon- ald, S. Meier. ROW 2: M. Mills, R. McPhee, K. Matthews. S. McGuire. J Merchant, W. Militello, J. Melnick. ROW 3: R. Merchant, M. Matievesko, R. Merchant, M. McZeal. W. MeZeal, J. McCrary, C. Militello BOTTOM ROW DRIVER EDUCATION BOTTOM ROW: §S. Stedman, L. Surace, C. Surace, C. Stannard, D. Stitt, K. Sterling, I Sutton. ROW 2: G. Swancott, P. Stannard, C. Sutter, M. Sullivan, K. Stewart, D. Stannard B. Squires, S. Strange. ROW 3; D. Sucheski, C. Stetson, H. Swist, J. Stahl, S. St. Thomas, J Stevens, F. Sternlicht BOTTOM ROW: G. Thomas, J. Thomas, M. Tonni, J. Toepp, M. True, A. Thomas, L. Tietze, G. Switzer. ROW 2: C. Todora, R. Tybinko, R. Taube, P. Telesco, B. Taylor, R Tracy, W. Szczerba. ROW 3: W. Taskey, R. Tibbits, D. Throop, J. Sykes, T. Taverna. BOTTOM ROW: T. Walsh, A. Vidzar, S. Vaccaro, J. Wardwell, G. Vaccaro, K. Vrooman, J. Tyler, B. Volk. ROW 2: T. Vandresar, J. Webb, T. Uhring, A. Tyler, C. Vaccaro, J. Vac- caro, D. VanGesen, D. Versace. ROW 3: T. Vanetten, A. Vinci, G. Vandresar, P. Walter, T Valincourt, M. Uvanni BOTTOM ROW: L. Amato, C. Ankin, S. Balzano, P. Adams, L. Abbott, N. Austin. D Ashwell, K. Armstrong. ROW 2:G. Anderson, A. Archer, S. Arbes, I Amdroso, T. Adams, W. Baptiste. ROW 3: M. Aiello, R Avard, J. Akins, T. Aquino. ROW 4: W. Averill, H .. Baldwin, B. Altier, J Abdou, K. Bacher, D. Abbis, F Adolfi, D. Arthur, F. Banks AUDIO VISUAL ‘ ; M A Axe ia | 5 Re - all POSS BOTTOM ROW; P. Barber, V. Beckwith, N. Beckwith, K. Benson, P. Barney, L. Barton, S. Bara. ROW 2: S. Benjamin, M. Basham, L. Bartolotti, M. Bielby, P. Bauman, C. Bilodeau A. Barone, R. Bauer. ROW 3: R. Bates, S. Berry, B. Boculac, I Barber, P. Bidwell, B. Birn- ie, P. Bond, G. Barone LIBRARY A BOTTOM ROW: D. Schiller, J. Scott, E. Seifert, S. Sbarglia, A. Schuler, M Rybicky, C. Ry- bicky. ROW 2: G. Sauer, R. Sedgwick, S. Schuster, M. Scalise, C. Schellhaas, M. Schoff. J Santulli, R. Skellham. ROW 3: T. Sezna, M. Shearer, L. Schuler, P. Serino. R Sapieszko, M. Sayko, N. Serino. BOTTOM ROW: C. Sipley, J. Smith, J. Smith, P Spink, M. Smith, L. Spargo, L. Spada ROW 2: S. Solomon, A. Spado, P. Skiljan, B Southern, K. Smith, C. Smith, S. Spado. ROW F. Smith, J. Spadafora, J. Smith, R. Sledziona, D, Skibitski, S. Sislo, R. Smith BOTTOM ROW: P. Cianfrocco, K. Carletta, J. Clark, M. Carambia, K. Campanella, R. Castro, J. Chellberg, S. Chrisman. ROW 2: G. Cawl, E. Carr, R. Cianfrocco, R. Campola, W. Cicotti, A. Carambia, W. Cawl. ROW 3: M. Carrieri, B. Carpenter, R. Canino, P Catal- do, D. Catalano, J. Catanzaro, D. Caughey BOTTOM ROW: C. Clifford, N. Colasanti, B. Clayton, C. Combs, Y. Converse, C. Collins, S. Come, P. Collins. ROW 2: N. Cosimeno, B. Clifford, D. Cochis, M. Coccagnia, M. Cohen, S. Clark, J. Coppola, G. Cooper. ROW 2: E. Converse, P. Colangelo, J. Commisso, R. Cono- ver, S. Coccia, C. Collins, J. Conners BOTTOM ROW: P. Busyczak, M. Bunal, P. Cable, L. Brement, C. Brand. J Bryan, T. Bol- ton. ROW 2: R. Bucknell, D. Caldwell, P. Carter. M Bright, G. Bruno, R. Bonacci. ROW 3 W. Brucato, J. Byrnes, R Bromely, C. Cadrette BOTTOM ROW: L. Dash, J. Darrow, D. DeLuco, M. Dantzler. C Damore, D. DelNero, A Cristman, B. Crandall. ROW 2: D. Davis, S. Damore, M. Davidson. S$ DiBari, C. Desimone, L. Demare, D. Delaney, L. Dauksza. ROW 3: R. DelPico, V. DeMasi, S. DeBella. R Dalia, M. DeCristo, P. DelPiano. ROW 4: A. Daniels, J. Currier, D. Desmarais. L. Daniello BOTTOM ROW: K. Eldridge, P. Esposito, K. Durr, B. Edick, J. Eannarino, L. Emison. a Ellison, J. Enenwein. ROW 2: Evans, J. Eubanks, P. Dunham, C. Duell, E. Evans. Downing, P. Doherty, D. Evans. ROW 3: T. Diviak, J. DiBella, J Draper, D. Dungan, Donovan, J. Ernenwein, L. DiMarco. ROW 4: F DiBernardino, J. Evans, J. Ernenwein BOTTOM ROW: M. Grasso, L. Gardner, A. Furiel, N. Fuller, D. Giardino, A. Gotti, J. Gil- bert. ROW 2: S. Gelburd, L. Goodman, P. Gratch, S. Gohringer, $. Gomolski, C. Fusco, J Giordano, A. Giardino. ROW 3: R. Galluzzo, M. Gifford, R. Garofalo, G. Giamporcaro, R Gallagher, J. Grant, G. Gallien. BIOLOGY LAB BOTTOM ROW: K. Fedun, S. Fadel, M. Foote, E. Flinn, M. Facciolo, S. Fenton, P. Fac- ciolo, P. Ferguson. ROW 2: W. Foster, J. Fetch, K. Farino, B. Forse, D. Fitzgerald, L. Fiedler, S. Fike, C. Flack. ROW 3: S. Evans, M. Fay, R. Falcone, J. Frohlich, G. Fazio, A. Franklin. ROW 4: D. Farino, S. Ferrare, C. Ford, M. Evans. we | BOTTOM ROW: N. Monteith, M. Nizzi, D. Mizer, P. Morris, L. Nardozza, L. Nelson, B. Nutter. ROW 2: D. Occhinero, R. Moyer, S. Myslinski, J. Newnham, T. Monahan, M. Mon- talbano. ROW 3: S. O’Brien. D. Moore, G. Minkiewicz, R. Nichols, V. Narolis, D. Munroe. P. Mumford ; at Ca aa BOTTOM ROW: G. Page, B. Pawlikowski, C. Ortolano, K. Paine, D. Ott, A. Pomilio, I Pascucci, P. Pettinelli. ROW 2: T. Olney, D. Overrocker, S. O’Connell, S. Porter, C. Porter, C. Pomilio, G. Peterson, R. Pezzulo. ROW 3: A. Peel, K. O'Connell, M. Palinski, J. Pember- ton, C. Pogozelski, P. Pillmore, R. Oram BOTTOM ROW: S. Ransom, S. Pratt, K. Puccio, M. Presnell, N. Proper, R. Quance, B. Quattro. ROW 2: R. Raiti, J. Raulli, M. Preputnik, R. Porter, G. Rasha, T. Rakowski, K. Rankin. BOTTOM ROW: K. Rondinelli, S. Rotolo, K. Ross, J. Rubino, J. Rutz, K Richardson, M Reno. ROW 2: M. Reese, P. Riggleman, V. Revette, C. Rayland, J. Roska, G Ruzanski ROW 3: S. Roberts, R. Salter, R. Robertson, C. Russell, L. Rizio, G. Russell. BOTTOM ROW: S. Zakala, A. Winterton, E. Whitaker, L. White, P. Wheeler, W. Wortman, J. Yourdon. ROW 2: G. Wright, J. Yano, A. Zingerline, E. Zigrino, R. Worlock, R. Wright, T. Zaglaniczny. ROW 3: R. Wiggins, P. Wright, W. Zmudasky, W. Yaddow, M. Wells, C Wyher, A. Whitley, J. Wood, R. Wells, J. Ziminski. BOTTOM ROW: J. Grisham, B. Gregory, P. Gulla, L Gymburch, J. Haggart, L. Hadley, P Grygiel, F. Gruby. ROW 2: J. Guaspari, B Guaspari, R. Halpin, K. Grikstas, C. Haley, D. Hall, C. Hall. ROW 3: L. Greenwood, T. Haddad, M. Grifasi, D Guy, W. Groff, R. Halpin, F. Hanba. ROW 4: J. Haritatos, A. Guaspari, R. Gualtieri, T. Guiliano, R. Griffin BOTTOM ROW: S. Hobbs, M. Hixson, C. Ingersoll, B Huggins, D. Holen, J. Henderson, T. Hussey, E. Herrington. ROW 2: K. Hovey, J. Herrin, J Hylla, B. Hart, S. Huntley, M. Heil- ig, D. Hinman, K. Jaloszynski, G. Harr. ROW 3: K. Henderson, D. Ireland. E. Henry, E Healy, G. Hollenbeck, R. Hoffman, E. Iacovissi � MY =DINING ROOM a9 TEACHER’S BOTTOM ROW: J. Lewis, M. Kubik, B. Lauri, C. Laporta, D. Leppert, L. Kolepp, J. La- Gatta. ROW 2: D. Larkin, K. Lahrman, D. Libent, S. Kolasz, J Layton, C. Lamphier. ROW 3: T. Lenio, N. Li nce, P. Koval, M. Krulinski, D. Larkin, R. Libby, C Lanigan. ROW 4: N Lalyk, T. Krupowicz, C. Kolarz, R. LaTart, C. Liebi, W. Kulecz. SS Sa ab tu . wea se a es Capron tg PP AR ER ae Tg Sk de RE ie Saas at oe al 4 ENT LIFE, STUD ACADEMIC LEADERS Valedictorian Top scholastic honors for the 1965-66 school year go to Alicia Lloyd for having at- tained a four-year average of 97.43 in her ac- ademic subjects. Her dedication to the pur- suit of learning has paid off handsomely and the student body of Rome Free Academy is proud to acknowledge her accomplishment. Her perseverance will undoubtedly prove a valuable asset in future academic pursuits. Salutatorian The student body also wishes to acknowl- edge Kenneth Mokrzycki as the Salutatorian of the 1965-66 graduating class. Four years of consistently hard work has earned him an academic average of 95.57 and the admira- tion of the entire Rome Free Academy stu- dent body. HONOR SOCIEI FE A tribute to perseverence, achievement, and scholarship, Rome Free Academy’s chap- ter of the National Honor Society is in- deed a De-O-Wain-Sta spanning the waters of mediocrity. For the eligible student, ex- celling above those of “average” ability, must be equally superior both in leadership and academic ability. But not all eligible candi- dates achieve Honor Society stature. To maintain superior standards, Mr. Paige’s ad- visory council must carefully sieve the nom- inees and arrive at a list of truly “honor finalists.” For, regretfully, only five percent of the junior class and fifteen percent of the senior c lass must receive this distinction. Instrumental in helping the candidates realize their “carrying place,’ Honor Society officers, President Neil Weissman, Vice-Presi- dent John Cecilia, and Secretary Roselind Knauer, helped organize the induction cere- mony in March. Honor Society officers discuss spring induction plans. FROM THE TOP: J. Haritatos, S. DelPiano, R. Fraser, J. Cecilia, L. Lewis, V. Civiok, S. Wells, J. Vargo, L. Roberts, M. Tyler, C. Schatz, V. Fleet, A. Lloyd, E. Trombley. REGENTS SCHOLARSHIP D. Roylance; J. Decker; F. Bertone; T. Ruane; R. Fraser; M. Tyler; K. Lascurettes; S. Gem- berling. FROM THE TOP: §. Wil- son; J. Pich; N. Weissman; J. Cecilia; K. Mokrzycki; J Capola; T. Hermes; R. Wheeler; D. VanGesen; E. Sexton; S. Wells; V. Fleet; M. Dykens. For the seventh consecutive year, RFA has led Oneida County Schools in the number of Regents Scholarships awarded. This year’s senior class distinguished itself by winning fifty-nine of the one hundred twenty schol- arships offered in the county. The eight hour exam, given in the fall of the senior year, is designed to test both the aptitude and achievement of the student. John Cecilia, noteworthy RFA _ senior, brought further distinction to both himself and his school by attaining the second high- est score in Oneida County. F G. Bartell: J. Stewart; J. Haus; R. Giardino; J. Vargo; M. Henze FROM THE TOP: W. Jones; S. Smith; M Andrews; P. Bauman; M Galdun; J. Stockholm; D. Carrier; D. Engel- mann; M. Stromei; S. Dair; J. Fischer; A. Lloyd; E. Trombley; L. Lewis. LETTERS OF COMMENDATION FROM THE TOP: J. Stewart; S. Smith; J. Bodmar: J. Bucknell; R. Fraser; J. Cecilia; H. Rosoff: J. Vargo; M. Henze; D. Engelmann; L. Roberts; M. Tyler; V. Fleet; S. Wells; A Lloyd; K. Lascurettes; E. Trombley The class of 66 is proud to have set a new record for the number of Letters of Commendation awarded to Rome Free Academy students. This year, twenty- eight seniors received this award, based on their results of the tests admin- istered by the National Merit Corporation, after having taken them during their junior year. The tests, which contain sections of English, science, history, and mathematics, have been attested by all to be remarkably difficult. COLGATE SEMINAR ROW 1: L. Lewis; A. Lloyd; E. Trombley; V. Fleet. ROW 2: L. Roberts; J. Vargo; S. Wells, M. Tyler; D. Engelmann; M. Henze. ROW 3: W. Jones; J. Stewart; J. Haus; S. Smith; J. Stockholm An educational activity of RFA is the Colgate Seminar under the supervi- sion of Mr. Edward C. Ball. Through this program qualified seniors are given the opportunity of attending college level lectures presented by Colgate Uni- versity professors. This year’s members have participated in a variety of con- ferences which ranged from modern art to Russian-American relations. The officers of the Seminar are President, Ross Fraser; Vice-President, Charles Dayhoff; and Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Roberts. N. Weissman; K. Mockrzycki; J. Decker; J. Cecilia; M. Galdun; T. Ruane; R. Fraser; D. Carrier; M Stromei: S. Gulla; B. Couch; E. Sexton; K. Lascurettes. Lars aids his senior class in their snow sculpture masterpiece. The AFS Club of RFA has been proud to welcome Lars Thomassen of Norway as this year’s foreign exchange student. Lars is eighteen years old and has already graduated from high school in Norway. A well-travelled person, he speaks Norwegian, English, French, and German fluently and is taking Span- ish I here at RFA. Besides Span- ish his curriculum includes chemistry, American History, and practical writing. He has proven to be aggressive and outgoing in all his school activities and class- es. An avid skier, Lars goes as of- ten as his budget will allow. For Christmas he received a season pass to Woods Valley from own- er Dave Woods. Along with skiing, some of his favorite American sports include: sailing, swimming, tennis, football, and golf. Lars has an older brother, now in the armed service, and a younger sister, His father is a lab technician while his mother is a literary critic. He has brought with him the true meaning of in- ternational friendship. Lars’ ami- able personality and easy-going manner have made him many friends. Chemistry presents no problem to our science-oriented exchange student. 130 e here a splendid specimen of the Melipius Umbellus llus.” I hav Umbe 4a a2 os Vv a 6 of o = v 5 $ ss) = = y 6 zc z a o a 3 ° si = 3 bb = c 3 +e 0} v a =_ Wally and Joansie get together. S a strange sight. A passer-by see The purge dance begins. The finishing touches are applied “The Little Dog Laughed” After tryouts, cuts, and more than a month of strenuous rehearsal, the senior class presented “The Little Dog Laughed” before an extremely re- ceptive audience. The plot revolved around Laurie Huntington, played by Marty Stromei, who was a psychology major, returning home from college to analyze her family and friends. Last minute studying before the curtain rises. Many misadventures befall the rest of the cast as a result of Laurie’s psychological endeavors. However, Dick Fernandez, Jeri Vargo, Dave Dolch, Lars Thomassen, and Gayle Jenny seemed to survive the confusion of “The Little Dog Laughed” as evidenced by the enthusiasm of the audience as the curtain fell. The curtain falls on a hard-working cast and a patient director. 133 TALENT SHOW The RFA Talent Show was presented on April 22, April 29, and May 20, in the RFA auditorium. Later the show was performed at the Rome Home for the Aged, the Rome State School, the Syracuse Veteran’s Hospital, the National Chapter of the Red Cross, and many other local organizations. For the first time in its history, the show had a definite format. The entire show was seen through a giant “television screen,” and all comments came from an elderly couple, who were watching the screen from “Alpha Centauris.” The theme, “Vanity Foul,” was designed to show that vanity is not fair, but indeed foul. Approximately 18 acts partici- pated, including combos, male and female vocalists, dancers, magicians, instrumental- ists, duets, trios, monologues, skits vignettes, and various incidental innovations. In spite of the “blizzard of 66,” our Junior Prom, “Western Winds,” emerged as one of the most successful social un- dertakings at R.F.A. Of course, music provided by the Sil- ver Moon Orchestra did not restrict dancing to the minuet. Suspense was present till the end of the prom when Joanne Grieco was crowned Junior Prom Queen. Attendants in the queen’s court were Alecia Cin- granelli, Nancy Dair, Sandy Guaspari and Patti Rosch. Through the untiring efforts and guid- ance of Mrs. Margaret Hubbell, the Junior Prom Committee designed unusu- al but extremely attractive decorations based on the theme of “Western Winds.” President N. Pendorf crowns Junior Prom Queen, Joanne Greico. “WESTERN WINDS” An evening to remember 135 The Sounds “Only a lot of boys and girls? Only the tiresome spelling, writing, ciphering classes? Only a_ public school?” “Ah more, infinitely more. . .” of Silence SCHOOL SPIRIT .. . being a 20-letter man. . taking care of our “Hurl.” . . having C.S.P. tatooed on your back. .. . cheering your team on! giving up a date to cheer your team on giving your date an orange and black corsage for her purple prom gown taking (wo girls to the sophomore having orange and black socks on your skis hop REST IN PEACE V FA. rest Lead on by shouts of “Oppress them, oppress them; Make them relinquish the ball!” the Rome Free Academy Black Knight football team scored a smashing 66-0 victory over Utica Free Academy, Rome’s arch-rival. In honor of this victory, the student body was given the afternoon off to celebrate. Members of the football team, cheerleaders, and a good portion of the student body participated in the funeral march from RFA to the Mohawk River. Upon reaching the burial grounds, a UFA football player was burned in effigy and thrown into the river. The jubilant Ro- mans terminated the funeral with the Alma Mater. Check! — One o’cock and no heat “GROUP” Therapy. Textured stockings. 144 Philosophical conversation Big men with big problems WATHIS GRY, imc. 8 ROME @.Y, 0 ee Pennies from heaven?? He finally made the team. Student The Student Association plays an important part in seeing that school activities proceed smoothly and successfully. The constitution, printed in the students handbook, is enforced by the Student Association. Members of the cabinet include the class presidents, BSI commissioner, and three representatives from Student Council. The Student Council, the second legislative branch, consists of homeroom chairmen who relate their views to their respective class presidents who in turn present them at cabi- net meetings. In order to be eligible to join clubs, run for offices, vote in class William Drexler and school elections, and serve on various committees. a student President must belong to the Student Association. In the spring the Student Association must carry out proper election procedures. The Council not only participates in school activities but also community affairs. This year it conducted the most successful Thanksgiving drive ever, handled the March of Dimes drive, and helped Lars Thomassen, our foreign exchange student from Nor- way, become acquainted with RFA. Also held in the fall was the annual Pep Rally and the Kick-Off Dance. Serving as advisor to the Student Association and Student Council is Mr. Franklin Pelkey. He helps guide the students to run an efficient school government. William Arthur Vice-President Jon Getbehead Secretary ROW I: W. Drexler, G. Wright, Mr. Pel- key. ROW 2: J. Getbehead, W. Arthur, G. Bartell, N. Pendorf. Government Seniors ROW 1; Jan O’Brien, Karen Ko- zick, Gail Billoitti, Denise McCann, Sue Leitholf, Anita Coniglio, Dianne Potter, Elizabeth Trombley. ROW 2: Bruce Ballard, Peter Maio, Diane Davidson, Lynda Hulbert, Georgia Ann Nellis, Betsy Burkard, David Briggs, Patrick Trophia. ROW 3: Paul DeMinco, Jerry Cangi, John Stirpe, David DeMaggio, Dick Fer- nandez, Gary Halder, Richard Feo- la, Ron Reyna, Richard Johnson, Mike DelPiano, Russell Ciccott Juniors ROW 1: Linda Conn, Deborah Pekola, Pam Thomas, Barbara Ma- tivesko, Gertrude Voorhees, Dar- lene McDonald, Suanne DeAngelo, Valerie Jeroszko. ROW 2: John Peer, Richard Doty, Priscilla Looft, Michele Rouillier, Sandy Guaspari, Dave Whyer, Bob Bush, ROW 3: Ben Caswell, Dave Tipton, Steve Huntley. Sophomore ROW 1: Claire D’Amore, Bonnie Lauri, Kathy Benson, Ellen Whitak- er, Sandra Jones, Donna Méizer, Donna Giardino. ROW 2: Gordon Thomas, John Herrin, Barbara Quattro, Marsha Schoff, Lorraine Baldwin, Deborah Marlin, Charles Vaccaro, John Melnick. ROW 2: Charles Ford, Steve Sislo, Bob Bromley, Frank DiBerardino, Kevin O'Connell, Ronald Conover. ROW 1: E. Sexton, L. Lewis, S. Gemberling, J. Vargo, E. Ken- nedy, B. Gelburd, K. Mezza, P. Pepperman. ROW 2: J. Cecilia, S. Bowers, K. Getbehead, R. Knauer, M. Henze, M. Tyler, D Engleman, K. Finlay, R. Fraser. ROW 3: T. Grant, B. Gannon, I. Hermes, D. Roylance, L. Thomassen, G. Williams, P. Klara, C. Pasqualetti. ROW 4: T. Elliott, G. Bartell, J. Haritatos, C Dayhoff, Mr. Dair DE-O-WAIN-STA Under the able supervision of Mr. Fredrick Dair, the De-O-Wain-Sta editorial staff managed to survive the hectic but rewarding task of producing a superior yearbook. After our editor-in-chief and assistant edi- tors were elected in the spring of our junior year, we wasted no time in getting under way. Jeri Vargo, our editor-in-chief, spent two weeks at Syracuse Uni- versity where she took a course in yearbook produc- tion. In the fall, after much debate, we decided upon the theme and cover design. Throughout the year we furiously worked to meet our deadlines. Now, we present to you the result of our efforts, the 1966 De- O-Wain-Sta. Editor-in-Chief — Jeri Vargo; Assistant Edi- tors — Betty Gelburd, Sue Gemberling, Ed- mund Kennedy; Section Editors Admin- istration and Curriculum Marion Henze; Senior Section Ross Fraser, Rosalind Knauer; Underclass — Charles Dayhoff; Stu- dent Life Kathy Getbehead; Activities Bill Gannon; Boy’s Sports Jerry Williams; Girl’s Sports Elaine Sexton. EDITORIAL STAFF De-O-Wain-Sta With renewed enthusiasm the business staff has again financed another yearbook. Under the direction of Mrs. Kulsick, Woody Eldridge, and Carol Cervalo, the staff has sold advertising, col- lected subscription money, distributed the yearbooks, and adver- tised and held a dance. All these activities have been carried out with a minimum of friction and waste. It is to the business staff that we owe our yearbook, for they are the ones who have han- dled all practical arrangements. ROW 1: L. Stitt, C. Zakala, C. Aimetti, T. Adsit, E Pisano, M. Price, C. Ceravolo, E. Bathrick. ROW 2: B Doren, K. Nichols, § Walters, J. Socolof, D DeLuco, M. Evans, P. Spriggs, S. Broski. ROW 3: B. Couch, L DeMasi, V. Deming, M. Stromei, M Zbiegien, S. Dor- sino, S. Gulla, D. Cilente. ROW 4: D. Briggs, D. Nero, J. Stewart, C. Todora, E. Warcup, W. Heolt, L Gazitano, D. Swortfiguer, J. Spargo, R. Ciccotti, § Sperlik, W. Bulsiewicz, W. Eldridge Business Staff ROW I: M. Stromei, V Pellegrino, E. Trombley, C. Priest, P ry, M. Galdun, P. Zuk, J. Foster, W. Jones, L Zaglaniczny Sezna, N. Mudge, C. Sharkl, N. Hubbard. ROW 2: C. Fitler. I ROW 4: S. Foerster, J. DeBonza, W. Bulsiewicz, R. Rimiller, J Burns, A. Lloyd, C. Bates, A. Nigro, V. Jeroszko, V. Civiok. D Preneta Carrier, M. Lachut. ROW 3: N. Weissman, E. Eitches. D. Ber- BUREAU OF SCHOOL INFORMATION ROW 1: A. Fallik, J. Ferlo, A Cingranelli, L. Lincourt, A Monnin. ROW 3: D. Frose, K. Mokrzycki, B. Arthur, J. Get- Bates, S. Harris, S. Flanders, J. Cecilia. ROW 2: M. Andrew S, behead, D. Tipton W. Watts, D. Cingranelli, B. Drexler, A. Jacobs, N. Pendorf, G ; ’ BSI Press, under the capable direction of Marjorie Perry, does an excellent job of informing the student body, as well as the city of Rome, of the events at Rome Free Academy. Neil Weissman, Editor-in- Chief, and Michael Galdun and John Preneta, Assis- tant Editors, lead this group comprised of thirty juniors and seniors. During the year BSI writes arti- cles for the Rome Daily Sentinel. These articles cover club meetings and functions, honor and merit roll, college acceptances, college and occupational con- ferences, the senior play, the talent show, and graduation. In the first year of its existence as an independent body, the BSI Broadcast Staff continues to serve its primary function of informing the student body by means of public address system. Loyal fans of RFA sports events may also recognize the voices of the an- nouncers as those of the Broadcast Staff. Under the able direction of Mr. Dennis Smith, faculty advisor, and John Cecilia, Broadcast Chief, the group contin- ues as one of the school’s most important service or- ganizations. Library Council Under the qualified supervision of Helen Arthur, Mar- jorie Mortis, and Eleanore Doty, the Library Council strives to maintain and improve the efficiency of the li- brary facilities. Sacrificing their study halls for the tasks of the library, members of the Library Council engage in various activities. In the rear of the library, the members, directed by Eleanore Doty, accession books, maintain col- lege catalogues and career files, and provide an up-to- date supply of newspapers and magazine articles for the vertical file. At the front desk members aid Helen Arthur and Marjorie Mortis with attendance and routine desk work, However, the Library Council relieves its members from the rigors of their duties. In November the arrival of Book Week adds festivity and grateful relief. Dec- orating the new book displays provides enjoyment and congeniality. The traditional “coffee break” during Book Week allows the librarians to escape from the throes of a hectic schedule. After the fall election of President Joe Debonza, Vice-President Alicia Lloyd, Treasurer Cathy Fitler, and Secretary Jesse Wolfgang, the Library Council introduced the gala Christmas party. The unexpected ar- rival of Santa Claus added jollity to the festivities. In June the Library Council held its most spectacular social function of the year, the annual banquet. Pe dariiy 1 —— ROW 1: S. Broski, L. Lewis, M Hardy, N. Weber, J. DeBonza, Lyndon, C. Gruber, S. Gemberling, B. Gelburd, R. Scalero, S. A. Lloyd, J. Wolfgang, C. Fitler, S. Hoffman, Mrs. Arthur, Mrs. Versace. ROW 3: S. Flanagan, J. Socolof, R. Wheeler, F. Hari- Mortis. ROW 2: B. Rounds. C. Harvey, M. Spadafora, C. tatos, J. Haritatos, W. Eldridge, D. Sworffiguer, G. Brunette, Weaver, L. Jones, V. Civiok, B. Doran, M Lachut, G. W. Jones, T. Ruane, W. Chrysler, L. Spink. ROSTRA AND FORUM As a medium for student expression and participa- tion, Rostra and Forum have completed their second productive year. Rostra, the school’s literary maga- zine, has given the students of R.F.A. an opportunity to display their creative abilities in writing. The Ros- tra staff has strived to produce a form of literature which presents a cross-section of appealing topics, featuring primarily short stories, essays, poetry and book reviews. A popular gathering place for R.F.A. students is the Forum bulletin board. Displayed there are arti- cles ranging from photographs to student polls and including sports, humor, poetry, and gossip. The Fo- rum, as its Roman name denotes, provides students with a means of airing their opinions through inter- views and editorials. ROW I: P. Healy, J. Coniglio, C. Spoon, C. Schatz, C. Vac- S. Yost, A. D’Aniello. ROW 3: H. Rosoff, J. Maratea, B. Bush, caro, J. Reid, C. Parry, W. Kohli. ROW 2: M. Mcintyre, C. C. Martin, D. Jimenez, R. Robinson, G. Halder, R. Bates, Mr. Sykes, J. Fischer, K. Trowell, S. Wells, D. Goddard, P. Bowers, Lux. ROW 4: S. Malone, B. Marshall, J. Lazovik. RED CROSS CLUB ROW 1: M. Mangino, J. Scuderi, C. Spoon, M. Dykens, P. Gotti, A. Mercurio, L. Nelson, L. Lewis, S. Versace, R. Scalero, E. Pisano. ROW 2: J. Socolof, J. Warcup, M. VanCourt, P. Rome Free Academy’s Red Cross Club, com- posed of homeroom representatives under the di- rection of Elmer Grapensteter, has done a fine job of contributing to both our school and our community. The annual Red Cross Drive, held in the fall, raised over four hundred dollars which was donated to the Rome chapter of the Ameri- can Red Cross. Money from a candy bar sale and a dance held in November was used to fur- nish a room in the new wing of Rome’s Murphy Memorial Hospital. The club, headed by Presi- dent Pat Gotti, Vice-President Marilyn Dykens, Secretary Angela Mercurio, and Treasurer Cheryl Spoon, sent charity boxes to needy schools. In the spring the Red Cross Club spon- sored the Rome Free Academy Talent Show, proceeds of which were divided between the American Field Service and the local chapter of the American Red Cross. Zugner, G. Lyndon, C. Gruber, N. Edwards, J. Cascarella, S. Lamb, M. Herrin. ROW 3: R. Reyna, J. Fischer, C. Graham, S. Bryan, J. Houle, A. Acee, W. Jones, Mr. Grapensteter. FRENCH CLUB Bimonthly, enthusiastic students pursue their knowledge of French culture under the direction of Miss Katherine Clarke and the officers: President, A. Daniello; Vice-Presi- dent, J. Haus; Secretary, K. Mokrzycki; and Treasurer, K. Lascaurettes. During the year the group attempts to broaden its knowledge and appreciation of French customs. Attempting to fulfill these objectives, the club holds an annual Christ- mas pageant known as “le ceremonie pour Noel.” To close out the year, they hold a tru- ly French banquet. French Club president confers with hard-working club member ROW 1: E. Trombley, J. Lewis, J. Haus, A. D’Aniello, K. Zugner, T. Hogan. ROW 4: K. Getbehead, K. Finlay, R. Lascurettes, K. Mokrzycki, C. Ceravolo, C. Sharki. ROW 2: A. Knauer, A. Tyler, D. Carrier, L. Roberts, S. Schaller. ROW 5: Cingranelli, C. Parry, D. Cross, B. Warcup, M. Poirier, G. Lyndon, S. Foerster, P. Vendetti, B. McLean, E. Kennedy, S. Dayhoff, S. Collins, J. Socolof, M. Stromei, C. Vaccaro. ROW 3: M. B. Gannon, P. DeMinco. Lachut, K. Lahrman, S. Gulla, S$. Dorsino, M. Dykens, P. LATIN CLUB Supervised by Mrs. Lewis Moselle, the Latin Club is composed of students having completed at least one year of Latin. The monthly meetings consist of various pro- grams, including historical plays and colorful skits. Through frequent quiz panels the members develop a proficiency in sentence constructions, vocabulary, and __ historical background. After the fall election of Presi- dent James Haritatos, Vice-President Valerie Jeroszko, and Secretary Wendy Kohli, the members prepared unusual refreshments. These delectable delights, such as pomegran- ates and spiny pears, added realism to this gala celebration. ROW 1: K. Molnar, L. Roberts, S. Leitholf, D. Schlieder, W. Ruane, S. Strange, T. Lenio, J. Santulli. ROW 3: R. Tybinko, Kohli, V. Jeroszko, J. Vargo, E. Sexton. ROW 2: J. Cavano, B. S. DelPiano, J. Corradino, A. Magnanti, J. Haritatos, J. Ste- Bowers, J. Cangi, D. Occhionero, A. Nigro, A. D’Aniello, T wart, R. Rimiller, T. Rakowski, R. Feola. DEBATE CLUB Rounding out Rome Free Academy’s pro- gram of extracurricular activities, the Debat- ing Club adds immense variety to the intel- lectual stature of RFA. Formed this fall, the Debating Club is one of the latest additions to RFA’s program. It is sponsored by Mr. Woods and functions under the dynamic lea- dership of Susan Bowers, president. Each week teams are formed, or “reformed,” and a topic is chosen. The debates, held in vari- ous locations, are open to both teachers and students. Student interest in these debates is growing steadily and continues to mount. As the club gains momentum, enthusiasm is now strong, and next fall Mr. Woods hopes to expand it to an interscholastic level. ROW 1: L. Roberts, M. Dykens, M. Tyler, S. Leitholf, P. Bow- lia. ROW, 3: J. Chase, E. Skalwold, D. Forse, S. Foerster, R. ers, P. Wright, A. June, J. Braithwaite. ROW 2: W. Jones, W. White. Watts, T. Gandy, S. Bowers, N. Weissman, E. Eitches, J. Ceci- ROW I; Mrs. Case, G. Bartel, C. Mathis, S$. Gulla, R. Scalero, P. Klara, C. Henderson, M. Dykens, R. Rimiller, J. Getbehead ROW 2: K. Molnar, M. Oberriter, S. Flanders, D. Jones, N Cooper, E. Bitely, G. Mattes, S. Bara, L. Gymburch, M. Poir- ter, R. Burk, T. Telesco, L. Tyczinski, P. Thomas, L. Nelson, M. D. Cross, B. Warcup, S. Collins, P. Rosch, $. DeAngelo, E Pisano, C. Schatz, N. Dair, C. Money, S. Petrie, M. Cook, G Siegel, J. Rasmussen, M. Kinney, K. Campanella. ROW 4: L. Pultynovich, B. Gregory, L. DeMare, C. Priest, J. Berone, R Berone, K. Williby, D. Mizer, D. Occhionero, K. Nelson, S$ Telesco, M. Mataviesko. ROW 3: K. Armstrong, P. Ferguson, Hoffman, C. Gruber, J. Lewis, N. Austin. FUTURE DOCTORS AND NURSES ROW 1: M. Mathis, D. Overrocker, L. Dash, K. Strom, G Sholes, A. Bates, B. Thomas, N. Dash, A. Furiel, S. Sledzicna, M. McIntyre, D. McDonald, N. Edwards, S. Kolasz, H. Chmie- lewski, C. Belt, L. Goodman, M. Lachut, B. Doran, K. Ni- chols, K. Neiss, A. Riedle, S$ Cumming, D. DeLuco, B. Quat- tro. ROW 3: P. Wardwell, C. Sykes, L. Rouillier, S$. Yost, L. Trull, B. Willson, L. Burns The Future Nurse’s Club provides aspiring nurses with an opportunity to acquaint themselves with hospital procedure and helps them in planning their careers. As “pinkies” the girls have become an important and familiar part of hospital life. The first project that the club sponsors is a candy sale, which helps to finance field trips to area hospitals and training schools. The monthly meetings are often high-lighted with lectures by doctors and nurses from various areas of the medical field. The F.N.A. annual Christmas party marks an enjoyable end to a busy half year. From January on, the girls look forward to the “capping” in June. This solemn ceremony culminates the year’s activities and is the point in the Future Nurse’s life which emphasizes the satisfactions of nursing and dreams of the future coming true. FUTURE HOMEMAKERS ROW 1: J. Joslyn, D. Slyman, S. Stromick, D. Durgan, Mrs. Graves, S. Smith, S. Fadel, D. Jones. ROW 2: D. Poole. M. Evans, C. Borst, B. Bonner, F. Renwick, N. Griffiths, C. Bilo- deau, J. Smith. ROW 3: K. McEachern, M. Wilson, S. Come, Rome Free Academy’s chapter of the Future Homemaker’s of America is the oldest chapter in New York State. The club has been active for the past 38 years. However, it was not until 1945 that the National Association of Future Homemakers Club of RFA became the Future Homemakers of America. This past spring Mrs. Graves, the sponsor of the RFA chapter since its founding, was requested to trace the growth of the F.H.A. for the New York State Convention. Mrs. Graves has also held five of the twelve state offices. At midyear Joanne Joslyn was elected president to replace Rose Muscarella, who graduated in January, and Lynette Barton was elected to the position of vice-president to replace Joanne Michaniw, who re- signed. Sharon Versace, as secretary, and Diana Dur- gan, as treasurer, complete the slate of officers. The Future Homemakers Club aims to help its forty members make better homes. The club also serves the community by bringing cheer and presenting gifts to the members of nearby nursing homes at Christ- mas, Valentine’s Day, and Easter. The F.H.A. provides not only education and services but also wholesome fun for its forty members. V. Sharon, L. Barton, N. Fuller, L. Forbes, D. Reese. ROW 4: L. DeMasi, C. Collins, V. MacDonald, J. Bryan, M. Gruby, S. Jones, C. Lamphier. MONITOR’S CLUB Supervising the halls of the school is the job of the Monitors Club. Under the guidance of Mr. Valeri, the club is now in its third year. Respon- sible students wishing to be of service to the school offer their free periods to maintain order in the halls while classes are in session. Headed by Susan Flanders, President, this service orga- nization has been accepted by the students as the enforcers of discipline in the corridors. — wh FP ys ed Se “eS ROW I: S. Maclaughlin, S. DiBari, D. Stitt, S. Flanders, S. D. Van Gesen, A. Bates, A. Nigro, A. Fallik, D. Finn. ROW 3: Stromick, L. Jones, M. Kinney, P. Oppito. ROW 2: E. Eitches, J. Piekarski, F. Haritatos, R. Rimiller, G. Monnin. ‘a Mh Win ROW I: C. Russell, T. DelVecchio, A. Izzo, B. Hall, F. Freddenburg, B. Throop STAGE AND PROJECTION CREWS At each assembly the responsibility of operating In addition to the assemblies, representatives of lighting, sound, and other equipment is left to the the stage crew are present at all dances and other members of the stage crew. These men behind the functions requiring their services. scenes, for they are not recognized by the au- Their two major undertakings, the senior play dience, execute their duties willingly and capably, and the talent show, proved testimony to their bruised though they may be by those they serve. technical skill. ROW 1: A. Barone, F. Conover, J. Scherzi. ROW 2: V. Sparce, R. Latart, B. Healt, T. Peterson. FUTURE TEACHERS The Future Teachers of America Club, un- der the direction of Mr. Keith Kerry, helps promote a spirit of student appreciation and respect for their teachers. A Christmas fruit- cake sale was held to raise money for the an- nual trip to a teacher’s college. In February a teacher-student basketball game, followed by a dance, was held. Prospective elementary teachers plan to visit Laurel Jr. High to ob- serve teachers in action. In the fall several delegates were sent to Central New York Fu- ture Teacher Workshop. In the spring the teachers were presented with flowers on Teacher’s Recognition Day. In the fall officers were elected for the school year 1965-1966. These include: Carol Rubino, president; Donna Cilente, vice-presi- dent; Diane Potter, secretary; Patty Tanner, treasurer. ROW 1: A. Biancucci, D. Colangeol, M. Kiker, M. Ryon, M Gomolski, D. Cross. ROW 4: J. Rutz, P. Gratch, M. Lachut, S Mangino, N. Hubbard, E. Trombley, C. Tardugno. ROW 2: P Williams, L. Salce, D. Schlieder, D. Potter, L. Lewis. ROW 5 Sexna, C. Church, D. Salerno, B. Burkard, D. DeLuco, D. D L. DeMasi, B. Froelich, P. Duell, B. Civiok, A. Davis, S. Bow- Butler, D. Marlin, S. Hoffmen, B. Warcup. ROW 3: A. Riedel, ers, K. Kozick, L. Domagal L. Lincourt, S. Sturbin, P. Tanner, D. Gilente, L. Stromic, S AMERICAN FIELD SERVICE ROW I: Miss Clarke, J. Vargo, M. Cook, C. Schatz, E. Sexton, L. Thomassen, K. Getbehead, C. Fitler, B. Gelburd, R. Fraser, Eannarino. ROW 2: E. Bathrick, S. DiBari, C. Parry, W. Kohli, J. Reid, J. Ferlo, L. Lewis, S. Versace, L. Schuler, S. Lynch, G. Lyndon, P. Zugner, J. Socolof, M. Seliga, A. D’Aniello, C. Clifford, C. Ceravolo, K. O’Shea. ROW 3: P. Looft, C. Priest, A. Cingranel- Fischer, P. Sezna, B. Bartolotti, M. Lachut, B. Doran, H. Huguenin, L. Lincourt, N. Austin, K. S. Flanders, S. Leitholf, L. Roberts, R. Scalero, J li, N. Dair, K. Mezza, J. The American Field Service Club serves as a carry- ing place from the United States to other countries and vice versa. It is part of the nationwide A.F.S. or- ganization which supports a program of international exchange students. In R.F.A. the A.F.S. club helps our foreign exchange student become familiar with the school at the beginning of the year and compiles a scrapbook of A.F.S. activities for our student to take back to his country at the end of his in Rome. To acquaint its members fully with the “World of A.F.S.,” the club has presented programs, including speeches by Lars and area foreign exchange students, language games, and observances of foreign customs. During the year the club holds several small parties for Lars to acquaint him with club members. The officers: President, Kathy Getbehead; Vice- President, Cathy Fitler; Secretary, Betty Lynn Gel- burd; and Treasurer, Ross Fraser, work with the membership of one hundred students to promote in- ternational friendship and fun. Lascurettes, S. Schaller, K. Benson. ROW 4: V. Lewis, K. Mol- nar, M. Stromei, C. Sharki, K. Trowell, C. Bates, M. Rouillier, L. DeMasi, K. Finlay, R. Knauer, A. Tyler, A. Nigro, M. Henze, D. Davidson, S. Gemberling, K. Markeloff, A. Bates, W. Jones, E. Eitches. ROW 5: L. Jones, D. Carrier, G. Boyce, S. Yost, P. Venditti, J. Getbehead, S. Foerster, G. Monnin, K. Mokrzycki, P. DeMinco, D. Caughey, A. Fallik, K. Bacher, L. Greenwood, D. Roylance. T. Tuane, L. Zaglaniczny, G. Bru- nette, J. Spargo, T. Grant. ROW 1: J. Thomas, J. Cecilia, M. Greslicki, J. Grant. ROW 2: D. Kehrig, F. Haritotas, J. Coppola, J Prugar, M. Galdun, P. DeMinco MATH AND SCIENCE CLUBS With so many changes taking place in school, such as IBM machines and facul- ty changes, the extracurricular department has expanded to meet these several in- novations. Here at RFA this is the first year of the Science Club and the Delta Pi Math Club. The clubs have similiar purposes — to extend a student’s interest in other material besides classroom work and textbooks. Both clubs stimulate pro- jects, reports, lectures, and field trips — quite an agenda for two organizations still in their infancy. ROW I: S. Williams, B. Couch, D. Me Cann, M. Cook, N. Galdun, R. Wheeler. ROW 4: D. Tipton, S. DelPiano, P. Bau- Duffy, V. Jeroszko, D. Potter, B. Burkard. ROW 2: W. Watts, mann, J. Preneta, K. as eg P. DeMinco, G. Monnin, F. J. Prugar, A. Fallik, A. Gladwin, R. Caldwell, F. LaMonica, R. Bertone, S. Foerster. ROW 5: R. Ciccotti, J. Stewart, D. Di- White, D. Summa, E. Eitches, D. Briggs. ROW 3: T. Hermes, Maggio, A. Elliott, F Haritatos, A A. Magnanti, D. Patrick. W. Jones, J. Foster, J. Comis, B. Bush, T. Gandy, J. Pich, M. ROW 1]: J. Flaver, A. Fabrizio, J. Ortalano, C. Brown, V Jones, K. Kozick, N. Jorenson, N. Austin, K. Nelson, C. Bates J. Fischer, J. Williams, J. Getbehead, K. Lascurettes. K. Mo- krzci, T. Genio, K. Varner, D. Abbis, M. Andrews, K. Bacher, K. Grikstas, J. Thomas, D. Libernt, N Duffy, R. Southern, J Eannerino, S. Bara, J. Miller. ROW 3; F. DeBerardino, A. Tyl- er, T. Uhring, C. Thomassen, R. Olegniuk, R. Tracy, G. Frost, The Rome Free Academy Band, during a two- year period, has performed in two different states, as well as at the World’s Fair in New York City. Under the direction of Mr. Wise, the band tries to give musical experience and training to as many interested students as possi- ble. In addition, the band renders itself as a ser- vice to the school at football games and pep ral- lies. It also represents the school at city func- tions such as the Memorial Day Parade job for a large and fine organization. a large ROME FREE S. Hayner, D. Furia, R. Sykes, R. Carngbianca, J. Wolfgang, ¢ Dayhoff, C. Wyher, R. French, D. Nelson, P. Stacklick, J. Ray, C. Kolarz, J. Guaspari, M. Davidson, D. Jones. ROW 4: C. Po- gozglski, T. Elliott, J. Feguson, D. Roylance, Prof. Wise, R Montalbano, D. Wolfgang, P. DEminco, D. Arthur, H. Adolfi, J. Braithwaitg, R. Trembeth, F. Henry, B. Yerman, M. Ischia. Pi eee Lasalle Arbes, G. Rizzuto, J. Jacobs, J. Peor, H. Jaeger, T. Gandy, J. Scherzi. R. Nuccio, C. Cadrette, T. VanHorn. ROW 4: L. Sac- co, W. Sterner, R. Simpson, E. Kaiser, E. Hastings, P. Foley, A. Pristera, S. Solomon, J. Tracy, Mr. Wise, L. Johnson, D Nel- son, J. Pietras, M. Ischia, P. Wright, B. Thomas, G. Bromley. ROW 1: J. Sega, A. Izzo, J. Cavano, K. MarKeloff, P. Zugner, C. Clifford, M. Kanoff, L. Tyzinski, M. Rouillier, K. Trowell ROW 2: R. Cataldo, P. Bauman, V. Pirillo, C. Rohan, D. Vital, E. Henry, J. Melnick, B. Yozzo, B. Lauri, B. Couch, L. Zaglan- iczy. ROW 3: D. Larkin, H. Fredenburgh, F. Rahrig, G. Te- treault, P. Doherty, R. Rouillier, G. Flack, J. Frohlich, S. ACADEMY BAND ee 2® dete : | ee ROW I: M. Dooley, S. Williams, R. Feola, F. Avard, D. Pettin- liams, C. Bates, E. Evans, J. Toepp, D. Smith. ROW 3: K. Fod- elli, E. Sexton, S. D'Agostino, A. Elliot. ROW 2: J. Sontulli, M der, M. Evans, S. O'Connell, D. Libent, N. Duffy, R. Southern, Oboriter, M. Schoff, A. Pomilio, N. Austin, K. Nelson, S. Wil- R. Carnebianca, J. Flover, K. Bacher, M. Andrews, D. Ott, P. ROME FREE The Rome Free Academy Symphony Or- chestra enters another season under the ba- ton of Mr. Willard Mathers. This musical group works hard to achieve their musical successes for the students of RFA, students of area schools and the public at evening concerts. As in past years, the orchestra plans to acquaint youths to symphonic repertoire as well as current pop tunes and classics. Last year’s season, climaxed by a town and a World’s Fair performance, seems only a trifling compared to this year’s potential. Cianfrocca, R. Raiti, B. Clifford. ROW 4: M. VanCourt, A. Bi- M. Ischia, C. Kolarz, C. Brown, J. Ray, J. Ortalano. ROW 5 ancucci, T. Hussey, G. Mattes, D. Ellison, M. Cohen, A. Nigro, D. Roylance, R. Montalbano, P. DEMinco, D. Wolfgang, P D. Bourne, J. Wolfgang, C. Dayhoff, A. Fabrizio, B. Yerman, Ferguson, G, Rascha, N. Wadopian, J. Corradino, J. Ferguson ACADEMY ORCHESTRA A CAPPELLA CHOIR jee ROW 1!: L. Jones, J. Lewis, L. Lewis, A. Jeffalore, K. McCabe, J. Ferlo, D. Stroud, N. Mudge, B. Warcup, D. Cross, P. Spado, R. Libby, D. Grove, P. Ulrick, F. Tomeo, S. Flanders, D. Jaski, D. Derrick, C. Surace, N. Jones, C. Priest, G. Shepard. ROW 2: T. Monagan, D. Jones, M. Smith, S. Partow, K. Faulkner, M. Davis, A. Izzo, R. Griffin, C. Clifford, P. Telesco, S Strange, P. Mumford, S. Griffin, A. Schuler, B. Quattro, S. Mc- Guire, L. Stitt, C. Fitler, D. Occhiner, D. McDonald, Mr Moonan. ROW 3; N. Edwards, 8. LoRusso, S. Yost, C. Gruber, H. Huguenen, J. Nasci, G. Stevens, J. Spinella, Martin, B. Mc- Ivenna, M. Michauiw, L. Hunter, P. Figured, A. Mercurio, V Dining, S. Huntley, A. Davis, L. Fike, A. Lloyd. ROW 4: P Wardwell, N. Weber, M. Dooley, S. Fisher, M. Ischia, J. Flav- er, F. Jaynes, J. Seals, R. Fernandez, G. Williams, T. Hernes, D. Forse, J. O’Connell, J. Pepperman, S. DeRuby, K. McPhil- lips, M. Carletta, B. Lovett, D. Gralteri, P. Duell, S. Pritchard, S. Knapp One hundred voices blend together under the direction of William Moonan to compose Rome Free Academy’s A Cappella Choir. The choir performs in seasonal concerts throughout the public school system, at the Baccalaureate, on lo- cal television and radio programs, and in public concerts. The choir was accompanied in several selections by selected members of the orchestra. Several students have represented the choir in New York All State. Promising talents are developed in the sopho- more choir under Mr. Moonan’s supervision. SOPHOMORE CHOIR ROW 1: K. Ross, C. Jorgensen, M. Jimenez, J. Scott, B. Nutter, Sparglia, P. Jude. ROW 3: S. Roberts, K O’Connel, S. McZeal, E. Whitaker, L. Fielder. ROW 2: L. Surace, M. Krulinsky, D J. Grant, L. DiMarco, D. VanGusen Standard, L. Elinison, S. Fike, L. Whitem, P. Riggleman, S ROW I: S. Leitholf, C. Schatz, D. McCann, B. Burkard, M 3: M. Price, L. Stitt, P. Tanner, G. Nellis, P. Spriggs, B. Gilbert, Davis, E. Bitely, L. Salce, L. Hulbert, B. Froelich, M. McLe- D. Davidson, S. Cochis, S. Gemberling, M. Tyler, J. Fischer, I more, C. Corigliano. ROW 2: V. Deming, E. Sexton, J. Conig- DeMasi. ROW 4: J. O’Brien, L. Cohen, M. Stomei, K. Molnar, lio, B. Heberlig, E. Pisano, S. Williams, C. Izzo, N. Stedman, S R. Patame, S. Bowers, K. Getbehead, K. Finlay, P. Healey, D D'Agostino, P. Ulrick, F. Tomeo, G. Woods, E. Warcup. ROW Potter, P. Zunger AQUATICS CLUB ROW 1: P. Christian, H. Huguenin, B. Hofstead, B. Waller, L Grisham, M. Rouillier, C. Porter, D. Goddard, A. Tyler, B Lincourt, J. Wardwell, S. Flanders, L. Schramp, S. Martin, D Volk, M. Kanoff, D. Ellison, J. Eannarino, J. Miller. ROW 4; Vital, J. Rubine. ROW 2: M. True, S. Harris, N. Duffy, N M. Jimennez, M. Hixson, E. Whitaker, K. Faulkiner, S$. Chris- Dair, M. Sestito, S. Guaspari, D. Libent, K. Markeloff, P. Bow- man, K. Troweel, M. Sullivan, M. Cohen, J. Gilbert, C. Sipley, ers, L. Burns, B. Brunette, K. Benson, M. Davidson, S. Petrie. J. Toepp, G. Mattes, C. Surace. ROW 3: C. D'Amore, D. Jones, B. Clayton, S. Stedman, J AQUATICS CLUB Under the direction of Miss Mari- lyn Thomas and Mrs. Jane Quebec the Aquatics Club strives to develop th e swimming skills of the members A competitive swimming team has been formed and has been very suc- cessful. This year, like the past, the club has presented an evening of water ballet, “A Salute to the U.S.A.” Hard work by the members paid off and the program was thoroughly en- joyed by the audience. The officers, President Nancy Stedman, Vice-President Kathy Get- behead, Secretary Kathy Benson, and Treasurer Sue Flanders, head one of the schools largest clubs. PEP CLUB ROW 1: J. Puchyr, R. Patane, A. Coniglio, M. Henze, S. Gem- berling, B. Gelburd, S. Sturbin, B. Burkard, J. Rasmussen. ROW 2: C. Spoon, N. Cooper, V. Coleman, E. Bitely, ¢ Schatz, C. Tardugno, G. Nellis, C. Vaccaro, G. Lyndon, S Lynch, L. Schuler, L. Jones, L. Lewis, D. McCann, P. Puccio ROW 3: H. Chmielewski, D. Reed, M. Vella, G. Palma, K Lascurettes, S. Dorsino, S. Williams, K. O'Shea, P. Zugner, G The Pep Club of Rome Free Academy, under the direction of Mrs. Helen Arthur and Mr. Edwin Rapke, attempts to stimulate school spirit and pride throughout the school. This year the club has sponsored numerous dances, pep rallies, and also a winter week- end. The club has attempted to stir up en- thusiasm so students will support all school events. Under the leadership of its officers, Presi- dent, Sue Gemberling; Vice-President, Mar- ion Henze; Secretary, Betty Lynn Gelburd; Treasurer, Chris Martin; Ticket Committee Chairman, David DiMaggio; Weekend Chairman, Ross Fraser; and Publicity Chair- man, Bob Sapieszko, the club has experi- mented with numerous novel ideas to create school spirit. Fleet, J. Socolof, T. Merkel, W. Jones. ROW 4: M. Lachut, B. Doran, M. Palinski, L. Pultynovich, L. DeMasi, K. Finlay, S. Wells, J. Vargo, M. Buczek, S. Leitholf. ROW 5: C. Sanfilippo, W. Gannon, D. DiMaggio, R. Fernandez, D. Burch, P. Lovier, G. Yanthis, J. Lazovik, T. Grant, T. Ruane, J. Cecilia, R. Fras- er, J. Hurley MAJORETTES _—-— J. Rasmussen, B. Hofstead, B. Burkard, D. Butler, E. Izzo, Head, K. Slowinski, A. Swistak, S. Schaller, S. Smith The Majorettes add a sparkling dot of color to the half time activities at the RFA football games. Long hours are spent practicing every week after school to perfect the girls’ rou- tines; this always proves to be crowd pleasers. Besides entertaining at half time, the Majorettes, accompanying the band, perform in exchange concerts. ROW 1: D. Reed, C. Izzo. ROW 2: D. Pekola, D. Jaski, G. Woods, C. Spoon, J. Halder, A. Giampor- caro, L. Pultynovich, J. Martin, R. Patane, D. DelNero, D. Zigrino, D. Costello, G. Shepard. ROW 1: Miss Demers, J Housley, G. Woods, A Coniglio, R Patane, K. Kozick, M. Davis, L. Hulbert, B. Froelich, E. Bitely, M. McLemore, J. Socolof, J. Rasmussen, D. Watson. ROW 2 V. Coleman, S. Lamb, P. Garofalo, §. DeMatteo, A. Davis, G Jenny, M. Cicero, S. Bush, L. Merchant, L. Pritchard, T. Di- Paolo, C. DiFulvio, L. Hitchcock, K Puglio, C. Zakala, M. Tel- esco. ROW 3; K. Mezza, M. Price, | Seager, N. Weber, B. Do- ran, M. Lachut, L. Salce, P. Duell, S. Walters, L. Sutter, I Trombley, J. Ehlinger, M. Buczek, N. Turke, S. Carissimo ROW 4: E. Madsen, M. Evans, C. Corgliano, G. Nellis, V. Ci- viok, D. DeLuco, D. Carrier GYM LEADERS Sponsored by Miss Ruth Demers the Senior Gym Leaders Club is one of the largest athletic clubs at R.F.A. The club is divided into junior and sophomore sections under the guidance of Miss Marilyn Thomas and Mrs. Jane Quebec, respec- tively. Members assist the gym teachers by taking roll, checking towels, collecting valuables, and leading gym classes. The purpose of the club is to ROW I: P. Puccio, J. Puchyr, B. Burkard, D. McCann, B. He- berlig, L. Cohen, M. Stromei, E. Pisano, S. Leitholf, C. Schatz, M. Mangino, J. Braithwaite, D. Butler, G. Fleet. ROW 2: J, O’- Brien, J. Coniglio, P. Healy, D. Kiker, J. Cascarella, S. Bryan, G. Lyndon, L. Roberts, S. Gulla, D. Schlieder, S. Wojcik, A. Hull, P. Tanner, C. Tardugno. ROW 3; D. Potter, N. Cooper, B. Couch, J. Bellefeuille, N. Edwards, P. Favata, M. Greshtchuk, D. Salerno, L. DeMasi, C. Gruber, L. Fike, C teach the girls to become leaders, not only in gym, but also in life. The diligent work of each member of the club helps in running the gym classes a bit more efficiently. Officers this year are Melissa Davis, president; Debbie Gualteri, vice-president, Karen Kozick, secretary; and Patty Healy, treasurer. Spoon, J. Scuderi, A. Facciolo, M. Spadafora. ROW 4; T. Mer- kel, B. Keller, M. Washburn, J. Cherry, L. Salce, A. Acee, V MacDonald, P. Ulrick, S. D’Agostino, S. Williams, E. Sexton, J. Warcup, P. Zugner, G. Palma, M. VanCourt, C. Ceravolo. ROW 5: H. Chmielewski, E. Izzo, C. Izzo, S. Sturbin, B. Gil- bert, M. Henze, S. Bowers, L. Stromick, K. Brice, M. Herrin, L. Trull, M. Masters, E. Warcup. i ROW 1: J. O’Brien, J. Rasmussen, C. Ceravolo, D, Potter, E Trombley, A. Coniglio, D. Reed, C. Parry. ROW 2: P. Sezna P. Tanner, M. Buczek, M. McLemore, L. Hulbert, C. Corgli- ano, G. Jenny, Q. Hosley, S$. Telesco. ROW 3: K. MacDonald, OFFICIATING Under the guidance of Miss Ruth Demers, the Officiating Club of RFA provides girl’s sports ac- tivities with hardworking officials. In order to be a member, each girl must take an examination which classifies her as an umpire, referee, scorer, or timer, for the various intramural and interscho- lastic basketball and volleyball games. Each year a basketball officiating rating is held in the RFA gym, in which the more adroit mem- bers of the club may gain the rank of a national associate official. ROW 1: J. O’Brien, K. Kozick, P. Tanner, E. Bitely, V. Aquil- lo, K. Faulkiner, W. Kohli, J. Grieco. ROW 2: S. Martin, A Davis, B. Froelich, M. Davis, P. Duell, L. Hulbert, C. Corgli- ano, L. Salce, P. Healy. ROW 3: R. Palinski, B. Drexler, G Halder, B. Gilbert, D. Gualtieri, L. Grieco, N. Weissman, P D. Esche, S. Martin, B. Mativesko, K. Kozick, J. Socolof, ¢ Sykes, M. Evans, B. Froelich, S. Gulla. ROW 4: W. Kohli, S Myslinski, L. Salce, V. Civiok, M. Davis, P. Duell, M. Kanoff BLOCK “R” The Block “R” Club, honor society of athletics, is composed of superior RFA athletes possessing sportsmanship, spirit, and promise. It is a service club sponsored by Mrs. Irene O’Shea and Mr. Charles Dain. Led by officers Gary Bartell, presi- dent; Gary Halder, vice-president; Karen Kozick, secretary; and Bill Drexler, treasurer; the club per- forms many beneficial services which include sell- ing candy at basketball games and guiding visiting athletic teams. Also, the Block “R” Club, in co- operation with the Pep Club, sponsored RFA’s first Winter Sports Pep Rally. Trophia. ROW 4: R. Francisco, C Dayhoff, T. Del Vecchio, P Yousey, M. Calandra, L. Zaglaniczhy, G. Williams, R. Barto ROW 5: R. Ciccotti, G. Bartell, L. Cabo, B. Arthur, R. Ra- kowski A ROW 1: J. Coniglio, P. Tanner. ROW 2: M. Davis, P. Healy, C. Corgliano. ROW 3; D. Gualtieri, B Froelich. FIELD HOCKEY Beginning in September and contin- uing through the end of October is the successful sport of field hockey. Under the supervision of Miss Marilyn Thomas and Miss Ruth Solan, the three teams participated in many intersquad and in- ter-school games. Team I, using a senior main-strength, finished the season with an impressive record of 8 wins, | tie, and 1 loss; the other two teams did equally as well. Field hockey has always been a popular fall sport, and this year was no exception. Christine Corgliano TENNIS AND ARCHERY The Rome Free Academy girls are able to test their skill and concentration in archery. Under the direction of Mrs. Kay White, our archery team competed with seven neighboring schools. RFA won three and lost four of these meets, and we placed second in the Central New York Archery Association meet in the fall. Miss Ruth Demers supervises tennis intramurals which are open to all girls, whether beginner or advanced players. This fall our team mastered its opposi- tion by sweeping all five of its meets against Proctor, UFA, New Hartford. and Herkimer. ROW 1: J. Milles, C. Maksymezuk. ROW 2: A. Furiel, Lorraine Baldwin, Marilyn Evans, B. Altier M. Kanoff. K. O'Shea. ROW 3: M. McLemore, M. Henze. M. Davidson Christine Corgliano attempts a basket Marion Henze and Debbie Gualtieri ROW 1: P. Tanner, C. Corgliano, ROW L. Salce, M is, L. Hulbert, ROW 3: D. Gualtieri, B. Gilbert BASKETBALL Basketball is one of the most popular winter sports offered to girls. From No- vember to December intramural teams battle for the championship of their re- spective classes. The All-Rome Playday held in January provides an opportunity for any girl to compete with her class- mates against grades 9-12. Completing the season is the Strough Tournament in which the better players from each class try to obtain points for their class and thus win the Strough Trophy. Dav- At the end of the basketball season the basketballs are put away, and the volley- balls are brought out. Volleyball, a fa- vorite sport of the girls, is played throughout the winter. In March there is an All-Rome Playday at Laurel School with a tournament between the fresh- man, sophomore, junior, and senior classes. Also in March there is the Strough Competition in which the classes compete for honors. At the end of the season, Rome is the host for an inter- school competition. Each year approxi- mately sixteen schools vie for the glory of their school. ROW 1: M. Davis, C. Corgliano, L. Salce ROW 2: D. Gualtieri, P. Duell, B. Gilbert, L Hulbert. 4 A lAb VOLLEYBALL Linda Salce 187 Lynda Hulbert Head Cheerleader : Glenda Glasso Alecia Cingranelli $2 Eda Sue Pisano Patty Rosch Carolyn Parry LEADERS Neither wind, rain, nor snow will prevent our dedicated cheerleaders from supporting the Black Knights at every athletic function. Their deep school spirit is able to transform a relatively quiet student assembly into a mass of screaming, loyal fans cheering their team on to victory. Each spring a two week training session is held under the supervision of Mrs. Jane Quebec in which the cheerleaders teach all interested freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. Following two weeks of try-outs, and two cults, seven varsity and ten junior varsity cheerleaders are select- ed on the basis of attitude, poise, and coordination. Before every game a practice session is held to polish up old cheers and prepare new ones. The spirit which these girls are capable of producing is not only an inspiration to our team, but also to the entire student body. JV’s: ROW 1: K. McCabe, J. Rubino, A. Marullo, N. Iodice, J. Reid. ROW 2: K. Sterling, P. Barney, B. Guaspari, S. Guaspari, B. Waller. BADMINTON Under the capable direction of Mrs. Jane Que- bec, RFA extends to all girls the opportunity to participate in badminton. Following several prac- tice sessions held on Monday afternoons throughout September and October, a badmin- ton singles tournament was held. Lorraine Baldwin won the prize. This year, for the first time, Rome participated in a four-school playday at Proctor. J. Henderson, L. Baldwin, H. Downing PING-PONG On Monday afternoon throughout September and October, RFA girls were able to play ping- pong under the direction of Mrs. Jane Quebec. Upon completion of a period of general practice sessions, Sue Carissimo emerged as the winner of the singles tournament. For the first time this year, RFA participated in a playday among four schools at Proctor in January. J. Smith, S. MacLoughlin, S. Gulla BOWLING Under the direction of Mrs. White, the bowling team rolls weekly at the Rome Bowli ng Center. In addition to this, meets are held with other schools. At the end of the year, a banquet is held and trophies are awarded to the best team and indi- viduals. The officers of the club, President Janet Beebee, Vice-President Marie Passalacqua, and Secretary Ethel Madsen, strive to make this a po- pular sport. ROW 1; J. Beebee, M. Washburn, P. Favata.s ROW 2: M Passalacqua, L. Hitchcock, Donna Watson. ROW 3: J. Way, A. Acee, B. Keller, V. MacDonald, R. Scalero. ROW 4: K Beck, J. Socolof. Jill Brodock Melissa Davis GYMNASTICS Every Monday night the members of the Ap- paratus Club meet to practice their routines on various pieces of equipment. While learning to perform difficult stunts under the direction of Miss Demers, the girls develop co-ordination, agility, and grace. From those available, the gymnasts may choose the still rings, the trampo- line, the horse, the even or uneven parallel bars, and the balance beam as their particular special- ty. The more skilled members of the club repre- sent RFA in contests at home and at area schools. In addition to providing gymnastics as part of the athletic curriculum, the Apparatus Club also enables girls to attempt stun ts which may be beyond the ability of the average stu- dent. Mary Ann Davidson 191 TRACK Every spring at RFA is accompanied by a siz- able group of physically fit girls competing in per- haps one of the most vigourous sports, track. The program contains many different facets including such events as the 50 yard dash, the relays, the high jump, the long jump, and the softball throw. Track is a sport which involves a great deal of in- dividual effort. However, all individual efforts are striving for a single goal that of winning. ROW 1: C, Corgliano, P. Tanner. ROW 2: M. Davis, D Gualtieri, L. Bitely. ROW 3: D. Davidson, D. Engelmann, | Hulbert MANAGERS Headed by Pat Healy, managers of the gym office serve as valuable aids to the athletic staff. One afternoon a week these girls help out by tak- ing phone messages, watching the office, assisting in administration of first aid, and doing miscel- laneous jobs. Also, it is their duty to act as host- esses in playdays at Rome. ROW 1: M. Evans, J. Socolof, G. Woods, Warcup. ROW 2: M. Sestito, J. Puchyr, P. Stewart, S. MacLoughlin SOFTBALL Practice sessions of softball, the girls’ equiva- lent to baseball, are conducted on spring after- noons under the direction of Miss Marilyn Thomas. Teams composed of volunteers from the student body compete in intramural competition. The most proficient are selected for competition with area schools. ROW !: E. Izzo, C. Corgliano, B. Froelich. ROW 2: D. Gual- tieri, P. Duell, P. Tanner SWIMMING Competitive swimming is a newcomer to the ranks of interscholastic sports at R.F.A. Aside from the fact that swim- ming is an excellent conditioner and good exercise, it can be fun. For the first year of competition the girls tallied an impressive three wins against one loss. Under the sponsorship of Mrs. Quebec, Miss Thomas, and Mrs. White, the team will compete against New Hartford and Lowville in a series of meets yet to be Marie Tyler scheduled. Kathy Getbehead, Nancy Stedman, and Diane Potter. Beth Gilbert: “. . . but Miss Thomas. . .” 2. o.. ane getraz $40. age hae tle Slas3 Pe Deeg Cah Cap One 13 6224 ay 26627534435 1965 ROME FREE ACADEMY FOOTBALL SQUAD R. Tybinko, T. Rakowski, R. Barto, co-captain, N. Shearer, F BOTTOM ROW; G. Wright, assistant manager, H. Heburn, G Vaccaro, A. Demski, J. Pich, R. Rakowski ROW 4; B. MclIlvenna, Alder, G. Williams, co-captain, W. Arthur, T. Kaiser, H. Mc- G. Wadopian, M. DelPiano, R. DeProspero, L. Stoddard, M Guire, S. Thompson, R. Palinski, N. Lalyk, D. Mazza. ROW 2 Felice, P. Passalacqua, G. Bartell, J. Edick, D. Anken. ROW 5 J. Kehoe, assistant manager, P. Trophia, P. Slobodian, M. Wil- J. Skwarek, trainer, L. Amo, R. Boczulak, S. Davis, L. Cabo, liams, W. Drexler, B. Beach, L. Grieco, J. Stevens, P. Adey. R O. Domenico, R. Ciccotti, Head Coach J. Baker and Assistant Francisco, D. Johnson. ROW 3: J. Miller, manager, J. Lowell, Coaches E. Weed and D. Bruce Once again the Black Knights of R.F.A. proved their supremacy on the gridiron as they romped to their second straight undefeated season and another Central Oneida League crown. Coached by Jerry Baker, and assisted by Donald Bruce and Ed Weed the Roman Eleven recorded their 13th all-winning season. On offense the Knights sparkled to an out- standing 193 points in their eight game schedule, an average of over 24 points per outing. Just as impres- sive was the teams stunning defense, which held op- ponents to only four touchdowns all season, and post- ed five shutouts. The 75th meeting of arch-rival U.F.A. climaxed the Rome season. Captains Jerry Williams and Ross Barto led the team to an astounding 66-0 victory. Completely outclassed, the Titans bowed to the onslaught of a high-spirited Rome team. Everyone did an exceptionally fine job this year as the team-work was the main objective of the players. The Knights broke the record placing eight men on the C.O.L. All Star team. Lineman Ross Barto, Steve Davis, Rick De Prospero, Rick Johnson, Pat Trophia, and backs Bill Arthur, Jack Lowell, Jerry Williams round out the players from Rome. Congratulations to a fine team. J. Williams graduates from the school of Hard Knoxs Notre Dame ball-carrier finds himself hemmed in by RFA’s brutal defense Coach Baker carried off the field after an all-winning season W. Drexler scores the winning touchdown during the Watertown game Bee ye gi © RP hess a “CHARGE!!!” G. Bartell, “Only six more minutes!.”’ Scoreboard NOTTINGHAM NEW HARTFORD NOTRE DAME AUBURN PROCTOR WHITESBORO U.F.A. WATERTOWN CROSS-COUNTRY N 4 5), aS (( - a ROW 1: Coach William Coughlin, T. Verminski, R. White, R Smith, D. Homokay, V. Sparace. ROW 3: B. Meyers, S. Solo- Adle, Capt. B. Keller, T. Hogan, B. Ballard, R. Tagliere, L. Za- mon, D. Jeror, D. Furia, J. Giardano, J, Switzer, R. lacovissi, J glaniczny, R. Feola. ROW 2: B. Gugliemo, J. Preneta, D. Ber- Spinella, B. MacLeod, M. Grifasil. ROW 4: B. Raiti, S. Sislo, ry, F, Verminski, R. McGutn, R. Atkinson, M. Wadopian, B lr. Zaglaniczny, F. Dooley, D. Berry, J. Siddall, C. Brooks Once again RFA’s low-scoring cross-country team emerged as undefeated Col champions. Throughout the season, our harriers sped over many miles of rough terrain, always striding ahead of their opponents. One such harrier is Bob Keller, the team’s captain and school record holder for 2.35 miles at 11:26.5. We congratulate Coach William Coughlin and his team for their continued success. Roman harrier R. Tagliere scores for Rome. SCOREBOARD Low Score Wins Rome Whitesboro Rome 3 Proctor Rome New Hart. Rome U.F.A. Rome Notre Dame 8th in Section III 8th in Proctor Invitational The start of the pack Watchful Waiting Rome to the Left; all others DETOUR! SWIMMING The RFA Mermen, under the capable coaching of Jim Wells and Paul Gigliotti continued their winning ways as they swam to a 10-5 record this year. Al- though primarily a team effort, winning performances were turned in by Captain Tim DelVecchio and senior Bill Arthur in the freestyle events and by senior div- er Ross Barto, who won fourteen of his fifteen meets. Other promising “fish” in- clude underclassmen Skeeter Westcott and Joe Spinella. Skeeter takes off. Just one more lap, Has anyone seen Barto? RECORD Rome . . . 62-33 Carthage Rome. . . 66-29 Oneonta Rome .. . 47-48 Shaker Rome... East Aurora Rome... 5 New Hartford Rome... Lowville Rome... Troy Rome... Albany Academy Rome... Binghamton Rome .. . 50-45 Auburn ROME) 0. 4.32 Lowville Rome... Ithaca ROMG6 2). 5 Bethlehem Rome... Carthage Rome... -. New Hartford Swimming coaches Jim Wells and Paul Gigliotti discuss entries for the next meet. ROW 1]; J. Bronson, H. McGuire, Co-Capt. P. Yousey, Co- Williams, M. Devine, G. Yanthis, Coach Lewis Bennett, P Capt. D. Miner, D. Patrick, G. Russell, G. Jones. ROW 2: J Saathoff, L. Cabo, J. Coleman BASKETBALL Fiercely fighting the overwhelming odds of de- feat with invincible team spirit, the basketball team, coached by Lew Bennett, ended the season with seven wins and thirteen defeats. Garnishing 360 points in twenty games, Dave Miner, at 5’8”, was the leading scorer for Rome. Along with Miner were the major scorers, Pete Yousey and Dave Patrick. Top rebounders for the hoopsters were Jerry Williams and Mike Devine. Although the team lost many games, there was plenty of excitement on the hardwood. In the second Rome Catholic High game, which was filled with spectacular and lightening-quick ac- tion, Rome was ahead by six points with twenty- nine seconds left. But, we were not destined for victory, for R.C.H. “squeaked” by with a single point. However, the defeat of Proctor in the first C.O.L. in two years brought a ray of hope to the cagers. Dave Miner Two! J. Williams and D, Miner fight for rebound Record Rome . . . 66-64 Watertown Rome .. . 79-50 Oneida Rome .. . 59-7] U.F.A. Rome . 30-85 Notre-Dame Rome .. . 51-56 Auburn Rome . . . 67-56 Holland Patent Rome 55-80 Rome Catholic Rome . . . 75-90 Whitesboro TEMPERS flare in R.C.H. game. Rome . 63-39 Oneida Rome . 64-69 New Hartford Rome ... 64-77 Proctor Rome . . . 82-60 Watertown Rome .. . 57-77 U.F.A. Rome .. . 53-86 Notre-Dame Rome . . . 68-72 Whitesboro Rome .. . 54-65 New Hartford Rome .. . 65-66 Rome Catholic Rome .. . 79-75 Proctor Sectionals Rome . . . 84-77 V.V.S. Rome . . . 60-70 New Hartford What happens next? WRESTLING ROW I: N. Weissman, R. Francisco, T. Murphy, J. Michalena, M. Sheare, R. Rakowdki, L. Greico, K. Kinna, T. Thomas, D D. Grove, R. Closinski, R. Schuleri. ROW 2: R DeProspero, Trophia, Coach Edmund Weed Again seeing victory more often then defeat, the wrestling team had another fine season. Ending up with a record of eight wins and three losses and one tie, the wrestlers took the Central Oneida League Crown for the seventh year in a row, and only a tie with Cazenovia kept the grapplers from reaching the peak in the Central New York Wrestling League. Co-captained by Tom Thomas, Pat Trophia, and honorary co-captain Rich DeProsperio, the team did its best every match to conquer its opponents. Congratu- lations to Coach Edmund Weed on another fine season. Rome Grappler has opponent in his grasp RECORD Rome... 19-22 Canastota Rome ... 33-1] Camden Rome .. . 43- 8 Whitesboro Rome .. . 17-20 Watertown Rome .. . 36-12 Holland Patent Rome .. . 30-14 Auburn Rome . . . 20-20 Cazenovia Rome .. . 27-16 VVS Rome .. . 36-11 UFA Rome .. . 49- 3 Proctor Rome .. . 27-16 New Hartford Rome .. . 16-29 Oneida Co-Captains Pat Trophia and Tom Thomas - 2a eal : 5 ROW 1: G. Thomas, K. Barry, B. Gannon, P. Lovier, asst.; M Calandra, capt.; G. Halder, asst.; R. Adams, D. Ouderkirk, N Pendorf. ROW 2: J. Hurley, mgr.; G. Charney, G. Ankin, J Akins, D. Doty, G Coach Don Geary HOCKEY Although hampered by numerous injuries throughout the season, the Rome Free Academy pucksters still posted a fine 10-3-2 record. A sea- son filled with exciting hockey was highlighted by our 1-0 win over Lake Placid, the trouncing of Clinton by 4-2 and the 10-0 defeat of Catholic Central of Troy. The team was lead by captain Mike Calandra and assistants Gary Halder and Peter Lovier. Special congratulations to high- scorer Rick Adams. The “human wall” composed of defensemen Dick Doty and Gary Bartell and goalie Nick Pendorf allowed only a 2.4 goal aver- age per game. We commend Coach Don Geary on one of his finest seasons since coming to Rome. K. Barry wins a face-off Bartell, H Burch, I Michell, Adams, vi 2) = DP v ad | ob v = A a “Nice game, fellas.” yes after the puck B. Gannon x Record Rome... Rome .. . Rome... Rome... Rome... Rome... Rome... Rome... Rome... Rome... Rome... Rome . Rome... Rome... Rome... Troy Catholic Troy Lake Placid Lake Placid Clinton Norwood-Norfolk Clinton Ithaca New Hartford Ithaca Lake Placid Albany Academy Clinton Troy La Salle oo bh fhwnm H oo ' NM WwW UMW Bb ‘ in. ce) NN NK NM WN DD to ' NO t 7 Full “court” press. G. Ankin scores the hard way. T. Adams takes a shot. ROW 1: L. Trudeau, J. Marcello, co captain J. Thomas, co cap- Wright, F. Hanba, R. Tardugno, Coach Jack Beane. ROW 3: tain, J. Herrin, co captain T. Grant, R. Iocavissi, P. Ciarelli. R. Falcone, R. Simpson, P. Patalasqua, G. Hanba, A. Mosher, ROW 2: B. Cooper, P. Jenkins, J. Wardwell, P. Guida, G J. Beane. GYMNASTICS BELOW: J. Thomas performs on still rings. Under the experienced leadership of Coach Jack Beane, the nimble gymnasts defeated all but two of its opponents. The team, now in its fourth season, failed for the first year to capture the Mohawk Valley Gymnastic League title; but place second in this competition. This year’s capable co-captains were Jer- ry Thomas, John Herrin, and Tom Grant. Other members of the team giv- ing outstanding performances were Geoff Wright and Lionell Trudeau. TOP: J. Wright shows skill during free exercise. RIGHT: T. Grant dismounts off parallel bars. RECORD Rome Linton 55.5 Proctor 32.5 Rome 5 Oneonta 64.5 Rome ‘ Ilion 44.5 Rome ; Proctor 41.5 Rome Oneonta 61 Rome Ilion 42 Rome Linton 56 Rome Proctor 48 Rome Proctor 14.5 [lion 27 Oneonta 58 BELOW: J. Herron vaults the sidehorse. BASEBALL ROW 1: Coach Joe Skwarek, J. Lowell, D. Meiss, B. Evange- J. Clark, M. Chyrywaty, J. Decker, E. Anania, M. Calandra, R. list, G. Glasso, W. Bates, E. Castro, A. Bucknell, E. Alsante, L. Barto, P. Yousey, J. Mastrangelo. Pomilio, Manager. ROW 2: W. Arthur, D. Vacarro, R. Balsano, RECORD — V.V.S. Rome Catholic Proctor New Hartford V.V.S. Notre Dame Whitesboro Carthage Carthage U.F.A. Proctor Rome Catholic New Hartford Notre Dame Ilion Whitesboro U.F.A. WN ON NM WOOO W W Finishing with a solid 10-7 record, the team at times showed flashes of bril- liance. In a season of ups and downs, the team provided thrilling moments such as their 3-2 victory over Rome Catholic High to retain the city championship. Striving to find the proper balance, the team was a mixture of youth, experience and most important of all. . . hustle. a ra CHhADROODOOUCWROH MONA o TRACK AND FIELD Record Rome 77 Whitesboro Led by co-captains Mike Coriale and Rome 864 U.F.A. Peter Arnold, the R.F.A. track team once Rome 77 Notre Dame ) again emerged victorious. In their pre- Rome 101 Proctor miere, the team captured the Section III Rome 100 New Hartford Relays, and then went on to take the Rome 78 Auburn crown in the Central Oneida League. Rome 39 Watertown The Roman cindermen compiled an Rome 65 Linton impressive 80 plus point average per meet while holding their opponents to Ist in C.O.L. only 50 points per meet. Ist in Section 3 Relays 2nd in Section 3 Track and field 2nd in C.LC. 3rd in Utica Invitational BOTTOM ROW: D. Nelson, B. Guglielmo, J. Farragio, A. Thompson, C. Pasqualetti. ROW 4: F. Simmons, T. Verminski, Demski, L. Zaglaniczny, R. Palinski, D. Doty, R. Atkinson, F. G. Bartell, S. Huntley, R. McGurn, J. Butts, W. Watts, C. Ma- Verminski, J, Stevens, M. Flint. ROW 2: B. Bernston, J. Davis, this, T. Mc Carthy, G. Yanthis, R. Schuler Mgr. ROW 5: F. R. Henderson, J. Zeock, P. Arnold, M. Coriale, J. Hofstead, L. Harvey, K. Woodruff, D. Whyer, D. Homokay, R. Tybinko, J. Martin, D. Magee, D. Calicchia, Coach William Coughlin. Edick, H. Swist, J. Evans, D. Berry, D. McCleary, L. Trudeau, ROW 3: Coach Donal Bruce, R. Fransisco, T. Hogan, B. Bal- B. Clifford, R. Feola Mgr. lard, E. Turner, C. Dayhoff, R. Barto, R. Adle, E. Kennedy, S. D. Briggs, D. Roylance, D. Meyers, H. Burch, D. Alvarez, J. Carroll, T. Clarke, D. Hawkins, B. Sezna, S. Lareto, A. Magnanti; KNEELING: Coach Don Geary GOLF Record Last season, the RFA golf team concluded their most successful campaign to date. Coached by Don Geary, the team compiled an 8-3-1 record and placed second in the C.O.L. A serious threat to any opponent, they defeated every rival at least once. A highlight of the season was Dave Burch’s sub-par 35 at Beaver Brook. RFA can claim the city title by twice trouncing the Rome Catholic High team. Arch-rival Utica Free Academy also bowed in the last match of the season, 9-0. RIGHT: D._ Roylance duffs away. H. Burch demonstrates grace during back-swing. TENNIS BOTTOM ROW: T. Dunn, J. Cavano, J. Stannard, E. Eiches, Lake, J. Rosenburgh, E. Sezna, B. Ellinger, J. Getbehead, G. S. Forester, J. Putnam, B. Nowlin, A. Fallik. TOP ROW: Monnon. Coach Schaafhausen, J. Puerto, J. Switzer, R. Marriott, A. Record New Hartford Oneida Proctor Notre Dame Whitesboro Watertown U.F.A. Proctor New Hartford Whitesboro Notre Dame U.F.A. Norwich Once again a well-balanced and experi- enced RFA varsity team compiled an im- pressive record. Shutting out three oppo- nents, the team sped past Oneida, Water- town, and Proctor by identical seven to nothing scores. Leading the team to victory this year, Alan Lake, Russ Marriott, and Captain Jim Rosenburg, shared with their other teammates a record of eight wins, four losses and one tie, the tie coming in the sec- ond match with UFA. SNWNUDPAWAWNDA1U NWANWOLRO HUNK CON ROW I: R. Adams, J. Getbehead, T. Grant, P. Ciarelli, D. Caldwell, D. Fillipini, K. Barry, B. Healt, J. Hurley. ROW 3: Doty, co-captain G. Halder, J. Spargo, P. Puerto, co-captain G Coach Bean, J. Jones, B. Sezna, B. White, P. Allemann, J. Bar- Savvadra, J. Akins, C. Mathis. ROW 2: E. Eitches, A. Phillips, tell, D. Taube, H. Hill, L. Bush. G. Thomas, K. McPhillips, D. Meyers, J. Stripe, J. Smith, G. SOCCER RECORD Rome... - + Whitesboro Rome... - Boonville Rome... Old Forge Rome... 1-: Oriskany Falls RGMC.. -- � Boonville Rome... Whitesboro Rome... - Port Leyden In its first year as a major sport the RFA soccer team, led by Gary Halder and Gaston Savvadra, posted a 2-5 record. Season’s high- lights were the team’s two victories over Boonville 2-1. Even though the team could win only twice, they were several times nar- rowly defeated at the hands of seasoned squads. ROW 1; P. Slobodian, C. Stetson, R. Sluman, D. Hinman. ROW : T. Olney, R. White, B. Looney, D. Roylance. Record Rome 87- 83 Booneville Rome 38-100 Whitesboro SECTIONALS 4th in Giant Slalom 5th in Slalom SKIING New to the list of varsity sports this year is the R.F.A. Ski Team. Coach Mike Warwick in- structed the team in the tech- niques of slalom, giant slalom, and downhill events. Because of the lack of snow, only two duel meets were held at Woods Val- ley — a victory over Booneville and a defeat to Whitesboro. At the sectionals at Snow Ridge, R.F.A. finished fourth in the giant slalom and fifth in the sla- lom out of eight schools. Out- standing performances were turned in by Dave Hinman, 8th in the giant slalom, 9th in sla- lom; Dave Roylance, 7th in giant slalom; and Jon Brodock, 14th in slalom. Rome skiers finish downhill run. 217 D. Roylance catches an edge. Knowledge here will overgrow Desk, aisle, and door, and tendril-running, Climb the haystalks, loop the streets, And cast an ocean round with cunning. Knowledge here has outmost leaves, And cannot live unless they flourish. 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