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

Text from Pages 1 - 264 of the 1968 volume:

a THE TIMES THEY ARE A-CHANGIN’ CONTENTS FACULTY AND ADMINISTRA BQN ; . if SPORTS NIORS SCHOLARSHIP AND STUDENT.LIFE ACTIVITIES UNDERCLASS ADVERTISING On October 13, 1967, the Garden of the Pa- triots of Cape Coral, Florida, presented Rome Free Academy the “History Happened Here Plaque” to place in our showcase. The club is an organization that honors patriots who have performed outstanding acts of service to America. This year Frances Bellamy, the au- thor of the Pledge of Allegiance, was honored by the Garden of the Patriots. A special as- sembly was held in which Miss Margarette S. Miller, director of the National Bellamy Flag Award Program, presented the plaque to Frank DiBerardino, president of the Student Associa- tion, to place in the case of Frances Bellamy’s Alma Mater, R.F.A. Miss Miller presenting plaque to Frank. History Happened Here Bellamy Award Frank In Arizona ie : ) | Ve This past year marked the 75th anniversary of the Pledge of Allegiance. In honor of this, Frank DiBerardino attended a celebration at Flowing Wells High School in Tucson, Arizona, the winner of the Bellamy award. Frank presented a Revere bow] and a De-O-Wain-Sta yearbook to the winning school. The Bellamy award is presented an- nually to a different school in a different state on the basis of its academic, athletic, and extracurricular programs. In 1942, Rome Free Academy was chosen as the first recipi- ent of this award. Hhabseapees—o } nf Ay 6 - es ENA RINE ADMINISTRATION AND CURRICULUM Mr. Lowerre The Rome Board of Education along with Superintendent of Schools, Walter M. Lowerre, plan the curriculum and ed- ucational policies of the Rome public schools. Among the innovations introduced in this past year were the BOCES, (Board of Cooperative Educational Services) pro- gram, expanded computer system, a mo- bile classroom bus, and a continuation of the policy of supplying new cars for the Driver Education program. The School improvement board includes: Super- intendent Lowerre, President Donald W. Fulton, and members N. J. Bush, Russ P. Destito, Edward M. Vicenzi, George B. Walters, Robert G. Griffith, E. Louise Kingsley and Robert C. Bidwell. These members fulfill what they feel to be their obligation to their community by filling these demanding offices without monetary restitution. However, knowing the good that they can do for the commu- nity of Rome must be payment enough for these dedicated people. Board Of Education Board Members: N. J. Bush, Russ P. Destito, Edward M. Vicenzi, Pres. Donald W. Fulton, E. Louise Kingsley, Robert C. Bidwell. Mrs. Wolf Mr. Paige Mr. Dorsino Principals Carl S. Paige, after twenty-four years of ser- vice to Rome Free Academy, has proven him- self to be one of the most tireless personalities ever to set foot in the halls of R.F.A. While few jobs are too small to reckon his thought, few jobs are beyond his ability. A Phi Beta Kappa from St. Lawrence University, Mr. Paige has served as the efficient go-between for the Board of Education, faculty, and the student association members. His familiar smile and resourceful ambition must earn him a place in the hearts of all those with whom he has worked. Mr. Frank Anthony Dorsino is Rome Free Academy’s Vice Principal in charge of boys’ discipline, a post which he has ably held for three years now. A former math teacher, Mr. Dorsino is always near; hearing a complaint from or about students and teachers. Mrs. Helen A. Wolf has with patience and a firm but careful hand administered to the problems of Rome Free Academy’s girls. Mrs. Wolf has the respect and the affection of those with whom she has worked. These are the chief school administrators of Rome Free Academy. Included was but a thumbnail sketch of the people who, it is our hope, will receive the cooperation of re- turning Sophomores and Juniors. Creativeness In Chairman, Dorcas Watters Bonnie Arnold Chery! Sue Bair Phila Bates Frances Case Mary Downing Linda Fenwick Alice Flint George Freeland Under the direction of Mrs. Dorcas B. Watters, the English Department strives to achieve better communication and more exact speaking among English stu- dents. The teaching of composition is now aided by new films and transparencies. Many new films and books have been pur- chased to aid in the teaching of other fields ot English. The English Department hopes to develop a greater appreciation of the art of writing through literature and writing creatively. Accuracy in spell- ing and grammar also forms a vital part of the English curriculum. A new curric- ulum-in-action idea this year is a two-day trip to New York City for fifty senior En- glish students. Even with these new edu- cation ideas the English Department is continually working on the curriculum. English Elmer Grapensteter Jeanette Halverson James Hayes Richard Hodinger James Passer Marjorie Perry Jane Reid James Rich Mary Smith Frances Thurber Elizabeth Weinkauf Donald Wimett Languages Of Lewis Moselle Chairman Jacquelyn Baynes Anne Coughlin Shirley Davis Frank Dugan Gordon Seckner Rudolf Schnackenberg The Romans Anne Luchini Leonardo Milano Bianca Parish With today’s speed, travel and rapid communication, it is often necessary to be bi- lingual. R.F.A. offers its students an opportunity to become proficient in six languages. Under the guidance of skilled teachers and the aid of language laboratories, nearly half of the student body is studying either French, Spanish, German, Russian, Italian or Latin. Additions to this year’s language department are the Italian curriculum and an in- termediate course in the French and Spanish languages. Anne Vergalito Guides To Our Future Preparing schedules for every stu- dent attending Rome Free Academy is only one of the responsibilities of the guidance counselors. They not only plan the schedules, but also spend the first hectic weeks of each semester rescheduling students. In the counselors offices are available col- lege catalogues and pamphlets for all interested students. In addition, the guidance counselors sponsor college and vocational conferences each year. These conferences, under the direc- tion of Mrs. G. Mondrick and Mr. F. Blum, prove to be invaluable aids to the are entrusted with the all-important students. These counselors also task of preparing college transcripts for seniors. Fay Blum Irwin Brown Doris Hagerty Luther Meekins James Milewski Gwendolyn Mondrick Helen Arthur Resources Of | eh |S ee pi ie Knowledge In the past year the RFA Library has been renovated to include a larger office, and a conference room which is available to individual class- es for special library work. Special collections of books are kept in the new room. The librarians, Mrs. Helen Arthur and Mrs. Marjorie Mortis, are working on shelving all books in their permanent localities this year. By having the wide selection of books ready for faster use, the librarians hope to serve more students. To bor- row a book from the library each stu- dent and faculty member need only produce his library card. History: Look Back To meet the future with a better understanding of the past is the goal of the history department of R.F.A. By studying history, students learn of the experiences of men of the past and profit from them. During the sophomore year, world history is studied from the fall of the Roman Empire to modern times. The following year, juniors make an extensive study of American history, starting with the discovery, coloni- zation, and development of our country up until the current times. Seniors are offered a variety of electives — Ball which help to gain insights into the fields of political, Chairman . sociological, and economical theory. The electives, which are all half-semester courses, are political science, sociology, Social Studies 12 and economics. Under the capable direction of Mr. Edward Ball, the history department continues to bridge the gap be- tween the past and the future. Bernard Buchweitz Susan Freed Frank Harvey John Humphrey Lincoln Kan Benjamin Landset Richard Lewis Before You Leap Dennis Smith John Stromei Richard Valeri Arthur West Dean Woodard Jame s Angelo Edward Biele« Robert Garlinghouse Theodora Gifford Victor Gigli Frederick Lampman John Mazzaferro Joseph Palombi Robert Paul Mary Pinkerton John Stysh Joseph Uvanni A Russian satellite recording atmospheric conditions on Venus made many realize once again how science-oriented our present is and our future will be. To pre- pare students for this future, Rome Free Academy’s progres- sive science department strives to teach the students the workings of nature on this planet and others. Besides courses in biology, earth science, health, chemistry, and physics, interested students may engage in the study of ge- netics or physiology, one semester courses. Also, an experimental course for one year is offered in biology and chemistry. Supple- menting the advanced curriculum with laboratory sessions, related filmstrips, and classroom demon- strations, the science department helps students to grasp the com- plexities of science, not simply state formulas and definitions. Chairman Ernest Stockwell With the great variety of math courses offered to R.F.A. students, everyone’s needs for the future should be met. For those students who are business orientat- ed, business math and bookkeeping are offered. Aspir- ing young mathematicians might find courses of Math 10 (a geometry course) and Math 11 (a combination of trigonometry and advanced algebra) appealing. This vear there is a new curriculum for twelfth year math students: “lementary Analysis, which is a full year course combining advanced algebra and advanced top ics in preparation for calculus in college. Two other half-semester courses are also offered to seniors: Intro- duction to Statistics and Computer Oriented Mathematics. With the fast advancement of sc ience and technolo- gy in this space age, Math is a subject with the future in mind. Under the able direction of Mr. Ernest Stockwell, the Math Department continues to impart the principles of mathematics to the students of R.F.A. Performing Alburn Breed Elizabeth Clancy Alesio Cuzzivoglio Randall Durgee Miracles In “The Line it is Drawn “Now take this down.” Helen Gillis Nelson Gray Alva Pearsall Joseph Rivers Gerald Vanhattan Ray Bradish Mary Lou Evola Homer Foster Robert Haunfelner Helen Herlehy Joseph Hickey Business Education Under the direction of Mr. Joseph Hickey, our Business Education program introduced three new courses this year: Distributive Education II, Rec- ord keeping, and Computor Appreciation. A new method-course taught by Mr. Bradish is programmed instruction which gives the student practice in applying what he learns in class. Thc course encourages part-time work and gives the student a graduating credit in association with the actual course. Computor Appreciation, taught by Mr. Hickey is now a two-year course preparing the student for work in the computer field. All other business courses are, of course, still taught and are very essential in preparing the stu- dent for the business world. Sebastiana Kulsick Tom Lewis Mildred Morgan Franklin Pelkey Olympia Palombi Eleonor Stahl Kathleen Tangi Hannah Temple Jerry Tidd Marion Graves Horizons In Homemaking Joan Joslyn Ruth Simms The aroma of pies, cakes, and cookies on the third floor of the new building makes every student conscious of his stomach and the homemaking depart- ment. In cooking classes, students are in- structed in the preparation of a meal from nutritional requirement to attractive table settings. In addition to cooking classes, the Home Economic Department offers courses in sewing, gracious living, interior decoration, costume design, home nursing, child care, and personal and family prob- lems. There is also a general homemaking class for boys. R.F.A.’s homemaking department rec- ognizes the need for a solid basis for fu- ture homelife and strives to fulfill this need. Hart Davison Richard Gifford Joseph Michaels Paul Rice Frank Seward David Weisenburger Creative Craftsmen Under the careful eyes of Mr. Rice, Mr. Weisen- berger, Mr. Michaels, Mr. Davidson, Mr. Gifford, TOOL Roum and Mr. Seward, this year’s industrial arts students rb a received a change for their mechanical better- ment. While investigating the marvelous motors of their cars, R.F.A.’S mechanically-minded students mastered the trades of shop and indulged in learning some electrical, mechanical or automatic shop work. While many may never again see the inside of a dry cell or dip their fingers in a stack of wet sav’ dust, any of the aforementioned mar- vels can use their newly learned skills in and around the house; tasks such as fixing the family car or rewiring a toaster . . . maybe. Others will disperse after their senior year to work in a vari- ety of shops and or mills. This year, in addition to the regular shop pro- grams, there was a number of vocational students who went to various local schools or industries to learn their respective trades. This Is Band The R.F.A. band, under the capable direction of Mr. John Wise, is a vital part of the student body. During football season, the band performs compli- cated half time shows at all home games and at many away games. Besides providing outstanding entertainment, the band helps keep school spirit up by playing at pep rallies. After football season the 100 piece marching band breaks up into two concert bands. The con- cert band presents programs at various elementary and junior high schools during the year, as well as a joint concert with the Wind and Percussion En- semble in the spring. The first band, which has consistently won an A6+ rating, performs several evening concerts plus an exchange concert with a high school band out of state. This year the ex- change was with Fairfield, Connecticut, for two weekends of excellent music and valuable musical experience. R.F.A. is really proud of the band and of the fine representation its members have given our high school. Wind and Percussion Ensemble Row 1: M. Kanoff, M. Gibson, D. Wood, M. Reynolds, L. Bur gess, J. Eannarino, S. Bara, J. Milles, K. Nelson. Row 2: F. DiBer- ardino, A. Tyler, A. Joseph, D. Pohl, V. Brown, N. Austin, R. Lit- tle, C. Cadrette, T. VanHorn, M. Davidson. Row 3: P. Cataldo, T. Uhring, J. Surace, J. Hurlbut, K. Bacher, D. Cadrette, B. Bara, H. Harmon, J. Thomas, D. Libent, J. Patchen, E. Pugh, C. Aus tin, R. Worlock, W. Slivka, R. Perkosky, P. Wright, T. Avard. Row 4: M. Presnell, K. Grikstas, K. Leidig, E. Morris, J. Vella, T. Lenio, K. Markeloff, S$. Albertson, L. Tetreault, C. Cannarozzi, C. Giardino, J]. Chandler, J. Vero, G. Frost, T. Ischia, J. Cesari, C. Wyher. Row 5: P. Andrews, A. Guaspari, R. Rower, R. Hol- berger, E. Hastings, E. Kaser, D. Arthur, B, Guida, B. Simpson, Mr. Wise. Absent; T. Lloyd, J. Shearer, R. Montalbano. Concert Band Row 1: H. Brown, C. Black, P. Barber, B. Lauri, B. Yozzo, K Heck, P. Flack, E. Morris, S. Samson, N Hemphill. Row 2; D Cidyik, R. Kleist, M. Bravo, D. Larkin, R. Singleton, A Spindler, R. Gaulteri, P. Davidson, K. Swierzewski, R. Dorn, T. Walsh Row 3: J. Recor, D. Wiley, M. Goggin, E. Bidwell, P. Doherty, R. Evans, D. Welch, H. Sees, R. Rouillier, W. Kapinos, D. Pet tinelli, V. Garofalo, $. Deminco, W. French, J. Frohlich. Row 4: G, Patane, M. Pettinelli, P. Serino, §. Davhoff, D. Griffiths, F Macri, G. Frost, G. Tetreault, ]. Feldman, M. Sorrell, P. Gruber, R. Holland, D. Gawarecki, D. Peer, K. Holberger, J. Cooper Standing: Joseph Maggio, cadet teacher; P. Pirillo, J. Corigliano, S. Solomon, V. Esposito, J. Melnick, R. Cecelia, G. DelVecchio, R. Bednary, R. Mungari. Absent: C. Clifford, B. Rouiller, R. Di Caprio h ce ks Row 1: Mr. Moonan, Carol Reid, Judy Scott, Pat Tardugno, De- K. Perez, S$. Fike, C. Crossman, J. Tietze, T. Clifford, $. Clark, nise Thaler, Anne Sanzone, Diane Thaler, Lauren Jones Row 2: D. Chapin, Row 4: J. Warcup, S. Luc zynski, G. Fragapagne, S Barb Drexler, Mary B. Feeney, Donna Jones, Marcia Smith, Pat Pritchard, A. Tyler, C. Weed, D. Freeman, B, Quattro, 5S Stewart, Pat Agone, Ruth Saathoff, Joe Mercurio, John Grant Howell, F. Avard, P. Cania, H. Blowers Row 3: Karen Potter, Cindi Pliniski, Joan Lewis, Ruth Saathoff, A Cappella Choir . f a THe a . , ; yy � Ai hie —. P F o f SG. He, y a -| 2a _ oy Row I: N. Pickett, S. Casanova, D. Watson, M. Barbato, D. Ray S. Davis, L. Rossi, S$. Ransom. Row 2: Jeff Kuzma, P. Mullin, B Martin, K. O'Connell, J. Spinella, P. Riggleman, D. Occhinero K. Nelson, $. Markham, S. Dibari, K. Thompson, M. J. Bannon Row 3: J. Koons, L. Dimarco, W. Cooper, P. Mullin, D, Van Under the direction of Mr. William Moonan, the Cappella Choir has maintained the highest possi ble rating at the N. Y. S. music festival. Special performances are given at Staley and Strough Jr. Highs periodically. This year’s Christmas program, Benjamin Brit Gessen, C. Herrman, G. McKinney, M. S. Agone, K. Mudge, L Pugh, K. Roller, D. Meyer. Row 4: Eugene McKinney, Philip Comenico, P. Bartell, M. Wells, S. Strange, S. Roberts, M. Mills, P. McLaughlin, C. Stockwell, D. Markham, E. Blitzblau, M Grisham, and Y. Van Vechten ten’s “A Ceremony of Carols,” was presented on ra- dio, television and stage. The Sophomore Choir, also under Mr. Moonan’s direction, is a preparatory group for A Cappella Choir. Those who prove themselves worthy are ad- vanced to the A Cappella Choir. Sophomore Choir Row 1: G. Wakulik, B. Younglove, $. Nasci, M Clemens. Row 2: | Heus, J. Koons, A. Barone, C. Ca rody, D. Neyers, J. Comstock. Row 3: D. Kirkham, P. Conelesky, D Jeansanti, J. Morreale, N. Race, D Hastings, T. Ryan. Rome Free Academy Orchestra Row I: J. Santulli, A. Gigli, P. Crill, P. Jarrett, S. Forse, P. Berry J. Toepp, S. Kolhepp, B. Clifford. Row 2: A. Slivka, K. Roller, I Ritchie, M. Sleiga, M. Swerediuk, J. Milles, K. Nelson, F. DiBer ardino, A. Tyler, D. Pohl, V. Brown, N. Austin, T. Wiggins, N Sexton, D. Guaspari, W. Sassenberry. Row 3: S. Kinesaw, F Avard, G. Clifford, J. Carrado, J. Thomas, J. Patchen, D. Libent The Rome Free Academy Orches- tra is another fine product of our music department. Mr. Charles Bu desheim, a former instructor at Lowell State Teachers’ College in Lowell, Massachusetts, directed this year’s orchestra. Mr. Budesheim’s di rection has made the orchestra an outstanding organization. Each year, the orchestra presents several concerts. Besides the concerts at Strough and Staley, the ensemble also performed for some civic orga- nizations. Many of the orchestra's members are also sent to Allstate Or chestra and the area sectionals. ( Austin, Evans, R Ellison, R Cohen, R D Arthur G. Frost, T Ishia ]. Cesari, K. Bacher D. Miller, E Rouilier, P. Rybicki, H. Roberts. Row 4: T. Hussey, D Eitches, M Andrews, B P. Ferguson Wright, ( Aikens. Row 5: A. Pomilio, M Thomas. Row 6: B. Simpson, E. Kaiser P Andrews Gauspari DepEivament For aspiring young artists, Rome Free Acade- my offers an excellent program in the fine arts. Mrs. Hubbell does an outstanding job in- structing students in design, drawing, painting, weaving, and printing. Miss Bellamy’s courses in crafts offer interesting and beautiful results in the forms of ceramics and original jewelry. Besides their regular classes, Mrs. Hubbell and Miss Bellamy work over time helping the student body in class functions. Each fall, Miss Bellamy provides scenery for the senior play. Later Mrs. Hubbell, in cooperation with the ju- nior class, transforms the gym into a lovely ball room for the Junior Prom. Finally, in the spring, these two ladies work together with the senior class to transform the gym for the Senior Ball. Mr. Besenfelder, mechanical drawing instruc- tor, should not be excluded from our arts de- partment. Under his watchful eyes, many stu- dents become experts in the minute, exacting work of a draftsman. 555 Lura Bellamy Margaret Hubbell Joseph Besenfelder Special Education This year marks the beginning of a new program at Rome Free Academy. A work-study program for an adjust- ment class of 14 students has been started at the high school level. This group, under the direction of Mrs. Betty Makar- chuk, studies math, social studies, English and occupational education. When a student can compete in regular courses, he or she is allowed to take these courses to earn credit to- ward their diploma. Gym, shop, and home economics are taken with the regular classes. A limited work-experience program will be offered as soon as preparations are completed. Students will work in local businesses and industries part time and attend school part-time. This is done in cooperation with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. Beverly Makarchuk Vocational Classes The Boces, Board of Cooperative Edu- cational Services, provides an opportunity for the students of R.F.A. to participate in vocational classes not offered in the regu- lar high school curriculum. R.F.A. is in District Two of the statewide BOCES program which includes West Oneida and Madison Counties and nine high schools. Each student involved in BOCES spends a half-day at R.F.A., either morning or af- ternoon, and the rest of the day at the vocational class location, which varies with the different subjects. Approximately eighty-three students at R.F.A. are en- rolled in the BOCES program and are finding it very worthwhile. Ruth Demers Susan Luizzi Kay White Girl’s Fitness Jumping jacks! Ready? Begin! This ex- ercise is the start of every gym and pool class. The building of the body is as nec- essary as that of the mind. Pool and gym classes are required for graduation, but are not credit bearing. The circuit tra in- ing exercise experiment is part of the ac- tive program at R.F.A. This is designed to prepare girls for the physical fitness tests in the spring as well as intramural and in- ter-scholastic competition. Intramurals in- clude field hockey, badminton, table ten- nis, volleyball, archery, basketball, bowl- ing, gymnastics, swimming, softball, track, and tennis. Donald Bruce William (¢ yughlin Paul Gigliotti Myron Wells Boy's Fitness Besides running the widely varied interscholastic athletic program, the boys’ physical education department conducts gym and pool classes and maintains an extensive intramural program. In the sophomore and ju- nior years, gym classes teach basic skills of football, soccer, wrestling, gymnastics, volleyball, basketball, and softball. In the senior year, tennis, handball, and golf are added to the regular sports. Gerald Manwaring Edwin Rapke George Wynne Driver Education Many students think that because they have a driver's license, Driver Education should be a breeze. Under the supervision of three cou- rageous teachers, Mr. Rapke, Mr. Manwaring, and Mr. Wynne, students learn that the uned- ucated driver must anticipate a hundred forms of hidden dangers. This year the Board of Ed- ucation installed new simulators for the class- room, which train the students for better handling of their cars. Despite all the nervous frustrations the teachers are prone to, these educators hope to train the young adult to be a safer driver in the bumper-banging world. Data Processing Mr. Frederick Dair is in charge of running the data processing center for the Rome City School District. His assistants are Mr. Victor Elliot, who runs the computers, Mrs. Ruth Lyman and Mrs. Ellen Bryden, who operate as key punchers. Theit jo bs consist of making out payrolls, attendance sheets, report cards and student schedules. In the future Mr. Dair plans to enlarge the data pro cessing program and incorporate audio visual edu cation aids. Mr. Dair Mr. Joseph Rivers Ruth Lyman —_——— Ernest Stockwell Pat Griffeths Anne Pettinelli, Mary Mosca, Anita Garofalo, Annette Urso, Angela Lupino, Ruth Hosley, Pauline De : I Marco, Amelia Bertone, Kay Harrington. Cooks And Custodians The task of preparing and serving fifteen hundred lunch- es daily for the gourmets of R.F.A. is done superbly by the master chefs of this staff. Armed with only a broom and a grim determination to overcome various litterbugs, these knights of cleanliness do an excellent job of keeping R.F.A. in order. Oscar Beer and Theodore Klara take a coffee break. Mike Swierdukn sits down on the job. Behind the scenes of bustling activities is the capable office staff who daily copes with the Helen Anson Helen Bostwick Doris Davison mechanical problems of the school. In addition to the regular daily typing and filing chores, the staff compiles class standings, department honors, and permanent records. With four offices on the main floor and one in the library, the members of the office staff keep R.F.A. running smoothly throughout the year. Betty Heberlig Anne Imler Doctors And Nurses The task of comforting those students who become ill or in jured during the school day is capably carried out by the school nurses, Mrs. Walzmuth, Mrs. Dr. Edward Reid John Hoes Massenger and Mrs. Guy. Stapled thumbs and sprained ankles, stomach aches and sus pected cases of measles are all considered common occupational hazards by the nursing staff. Upon retirement of Dr. Russell, Dr. Edward Reid was appointed to the school to act as doctor. This year he was assisted by Dr. Hoes in giving the physical examinations. Mrs. Guy Walzmuth Mrs. Massenger Teachers’ Aides 40 The Mobile Classroom Bs! iL | ‘5 = St eres - — errs lf ae SCHOOLS — ” me wi A , a If you mixed a classroom with a school bus, what would you get? A mobile class- room. Under a grant from the government, the Rome Public School system pur- chased their first mobile classroom. The main use of this special bus is for field trips, either during the day or over- night. However, this bus is not just for transportation. It is designed so that a teach- er may hold classes going or returning from a trip. For example, the bus is equipped with a projector and screen for showing films and slides, two microphones, and even clip boards for the students to use. Also, the bus was designed for comfort. It can hold thirty-seven passengers in its reclining seats, has shades at every window, a raised ceiling, and it also has a rest room. There are numerous safety devices such as; seat belts, safety windows, and airlock brakes. The mobile classroom has its own full time driver, Mr. James Keating. Mr. Keat- ing is also responsible for the maintenance of the bus. In the past year he has driven students and teachers to places such as Stratford, Connecticut; New Jersey; Albany; Corning; Syracuse; Hamilton; Oswego; and New York. SPORTS Class Of 68 Sees BLACK KNIGHTS UNDEFEATED Row I: G. Russell, D. Davis, ]. Haley, M. Davis, R. Marceau, T Amici, M. DeHimer, C. Stetson, B. Simpson, J. Corigliano, M Shearer. Row 2: Coach Bruce, J. Sezna, R. Salerno, R. Boculac, R. Bennet, H. Adolfi, T. Bates, K. Rankin, W. Rhone, R. Tybin ko, R. Sapieszko, Mgr. J. Raulli. Row 3; Coach Skwareck, Mgr. J Ls. Tardugno, J. Ruscito, P. Cataldo, D. Harris, H. Marcello, R. Mil ler, N. Lalyk, G. Quattro, J. Evans, F. Banks, E. Hastings, T Rakowski, Coach Weed. Row 4: Mer. G. Wright, W Slivka, J Kerwawycz, G. Aquino, L. Schuler, J. Stahl, D. Skibitski, T. Tav erna, R. DelPico, W. Zmudosky, T. Stubbs, G. DeFazio Football This year, the Black Knights once again overran all opposition to = up another undefeated sea- son. This makes a total of four such seasons in a row with twenty-seven straight wins. Under head coach Donald Bruce and his assistants, Ed Weed and Jim Rafferty, the team averaged a record-breaking 37.14 points per game, while its opponents averaged only 4.43. Rome started the season out right with a 27 to 0 shutout over Fayetteville-Manlius. The Auburn game, anticipated to be one of the roughest, proved to be quite the opposite with the Black Knights winning it 55 to 0. The closest game was with Whites- boro with a 21 to 12 victory for Rome. The last game against Watertown, who was up to that time undefeated, was also expected to be close. After re- covering a Rome fumble in the first period, Water- SCOREBOARD Rome—Fayetteville Manlius 27 Rome—New Hartford 35 Rome—Notre Dame 32 Rome—Auburn 55 Rome—Proctor 38 Rome—Whitesboro 2) Rome—U.F.A. 52 Rome—Watertown ZT town went ahead by a score of 7 to 0. Any Roman fears were allayed, however, when Rome scored next and then held the lead for the rest of the game. The team won the Central Oneida League cham- — and-also had nine of its members selected or the twenty-two member C.O.L. all-star team. These were Tracy Stubbs, Ron Sapieszko, Hank Adolfi, Roman Tybinko, Tom Rakowski, Mike Dav- is, Bruce Simpson, George Russell, and Martin Shearer. Mike Davis, Tracy Stubbs, and Tom Ra- kowski were picked for the Post-Standard Central New York all-stars. Tom Rakowski also made the first team of the Herald-American Central New York all-stars. Mike Davis and Martin Shearer made the second team, and Tracy Stubbs made the third. MINUTES ie.) |S RRANIS AUBURN VISITOR TOWN 21000 0 Junior Varsity asl aa eee easy AG, wit ath Lee Row 1: R. Cianfracco, D. Griffith, J. Vero, C. Heburn, J. Shearer, R. Domurat, F. Redmond, T. Lowerre, M. Brown, T. Edwards. Row 2: P. Jenkins Mgr., G. Hanba, T. Schaller, W. Goodman, T. Cianfracco, J. Volpe, M. Cataldo, T. Bates, W. Burke, C. Young- love. Row 3: D. Pettinelli, M. Pettinelli, C. Giardino, P. Hearle, R. Kattner, T. Clifford, D. Peer, R. Mungari, L. Mason, D. Sezna. Row 4: W. Richardson, S. Spado Mgr., D. Williams, T Scherzi, S. Graziyl, J. Harmon, Coach Eccleston, Coach Watson, Coach Ryan, P. Beck, R. Green, R. Ryan, G D. Williams Smith, R. McKinney, Cross Country Row I: P. Gallichio Mgr., W. McZeal, E. Converse, E. Kaiser, Pickett, L. Blymiller. Row 3: R. Grabo, A. Felker, J. Taverna, J. G. Frost, R. MacLeod Capt., S. Sislo, J. Spinella, J. Maloney, Martineau, P. Riggleman, D. Russell, D. Pazdur, L. Melioris, K. Coach Coughlin. Row 2: R. Rowher, F. Dooley, J. Mercurio, Kennedy, G. Kozick R. Kleist, D. McMullen, P. Berry, R. Toepp, K. Brooks, N The Rome Free Academy Cross Country team turned in an- other winning season. The team is under the supervision of Coach Bill Coughlin. Standouts for the team included Bob Mac- Leod and George Frost. The R.F.A, line moves it out. 2h. ee Chapin, D. Henry, P. Cavano, mgr., Row 3: Coach B. Bean, S. More, mgr., D. Tomasi, L. Ferlo, G. Frost, R. Dremluk, K. Ben- nett, A. Mariano, J. Rolfs, S. Flanders, G. Sherman, J. Loveless, Row I: R. Taube, mgr., T. Adams, L. Weissman, M. Gifford, A. Peel, G. Cawl, J. Akins, G. Thomas, R. Ruge, J. Bartell, and P. Parillo. Row 2: J. Bean, R. Lazovik, K. Hinman, J. Schillaci, E. Davidson, D. Davidson, P. Guida, M. Davidson, R. Rolfs, D. and D. Adams. R.F.A.’s third year of soccer was an eventful one that saw many new records set. Among these ac- complishments were the most successful season (8 wins and 6 losses), longest winning streak (three games), most goals in a period (four in the first pe- riod of the Watertown game), most individual goals (six by co-captain Gordie Thomas), and most saves (168 by goalie Pat Pirillo). Coached by Rob- ert Bean and captained by John Akins and Gor- die Thomas, the squad fought its way into the sec- tionals only to be narrowly defeated. G. Cawl converts a tough shot Scoreboard Rome 2 Chadwicks Rome West Leyden Rome Baldwinsville Rome Whitesboro Rome Fayetteville-Manlius Rome Remsen West Leyden Watertown Old Forge Fayetteville-Manlius Old Forge North Syracuse Whitesboro Chadwicks Rome Rome Rome Rome okn ee ee Rome Rome Rome Rome CcNwe Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Watertown Oneida New Hartford U.F.A. Auburn Rome Catholic Proctor Canastota Notre Dame Oneida Whitesboro New Hartford U.F.A. Proctor Watertown Notre Dame Whitesboro Rome Catholic Basketball Row I: D. Davis, J. Corigliano, J. Koons, R Lazovik, M. Davis. Row 2: J. Haley, A. Carroll, T. Taverna, G. DeFazio, H. Adolfi, Coach Bennett. Captained by senior Dave Davis, the Black Knight cagers ended their season with a record of ten wins and eight losses. The team, coached by Lew Ben- nett, clinched the city championship for the second year in a row. The first game of the series, played on the Redwings’ home court at Christmas, resulted in a Black Knight victory with the score 84-65. The second game, on a decorated Knight home court, ended with the highest score of the season: a 110-91 victory for the Knights. This was the highest scoring scholastic game in the city’s history, as was the 201 point total for the two teams. Under the skilled direction of Coach Jack Bean, this year’s gymnastics team has excelled on such pieces as the still rings, high bar, parallel bars, side horse, and long horse and in floor exercise. The boys demonstrate stunts that require balance, endurance, strength, and dexterity. R. F. A. can again be proud of its gymnas- tics team’s success in interschool competition. The RFA grapplers saw another suc cessful season this year, led by Captain John Evans. The efforts of the team and their Coach Ed Weed are evident in their proud record of seven wins and five losses. Marty Shearer was the first champion in Section III wrestling from RFA in four years. Shearer qualified for the state cham- pionship, but was unable to compete as a result of an injury sustained in his sectional wrestling competition. Tom Rakowski also represented RFA at the Section III competi- tion. - Se O V8 V4 TTR YAY how Row 1: D. Pisano, W. Conover, J. Skawald, S. Sacco, J. Shearer, L. Weissman. Row 2: T. Rakowski, M. Shearer, P. Bennett, J. Evans, J. DiBella. Row 3: R. Garafolo, B. Clifford, J. Grant, R. Raiti, J. Wilson, Mer. 56 The Grapplers SCOREBOARD Canastota Whitesboro Proctor VVS Watertown Ba US HS Cazenovia ASS Camden Auburn UFA Oneida New Hartford Chitenango 57 Swim Jump in? Row 1: D. Morgan, B. Dooley, A. Peel, D. Throop, P. Wright, J. Dombrowski, M. Birnie, Row 2: R. Grabo, L. Maxwell, J. Deming, P But coach, I told vou I can’t swim! Swim Swim This yea r’s record-breaking team was made by outstanding swimmers of the freshman, sopho more, junior, and senior classes. A new school rec- ord was set in the 400 yd. freestyle relay by John Dombrowski, Bud Dooley, Dan Throop, and Tom McElroy. The outstanding senior diver was Art Peel, while the smooth gliding freestvlers were Dan Throop and Paul Wright. The team went with a 9-5 record this year and hopes to improve next year with fine material coming up again with the freshman and sophomore classes. The fine coaching of Jim Wells and Paul Gigliotti will lead the Mermen to success again. Kunkel, R. Green, C. Flack. Row 3: Coach Gigliotti, K. Shaw, T. Mc Scoreboard Elroy, L. Blymiller, R. Holberger, Coach Wells Rome West Genesee Rome Corcoran Rome Lowville Rome Shaker Rome Maine-Endwell Rome Auburn Rome New Hartford Rome { Troy Rome 36 Vestal Rome i Oneonta Rome : Liverpool Rome Lowville Rome Henninger Rome 36 New Hartford Hockey = —_—— as oi ee we FF ee FF i ee ih � 4p te Row 1: P. Pirillo, D. Adams, A. Mariano, D. Harris, G. Thomas, T. Adams, T. Wojdyla, J Staudmyer, F. Redmond. Row 2: L. Williams, O. Jones, P. Grogan, D. Finn, D. Davidson, J Bartell, J. Aikens, K Hinman, G. Burdick, P. Panara, M. Tasky, T. Thomas, M. Hinman, Coach Don Geary. The members of the RFA Hockey team, coached by Don Geary and Jim Watson, supplied their fans with many exciting, hard-fought contests during their 1967-68 season. The end of the season showed a much improved team as the many new members increased their skill. This year only three seniors will be lost. They are Captain Gordy Thomas and As sistant Captains John Aikens and Tom Adams. With sixteen returning members, in cluding seven freshmen, next year’s team should be a top competitior. Rome Ithaca Troy Lake Placid Saranac Lake Norwood-Norfolk Clinton New Hartford Lake Placid Oswego Clinton Albany Academy Clinton New Hartford Ithaca Oswego Rome Rome mrwon bw Sow YU Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome — Wh Rome Rome Rome WwW Rome 4 9 Rome _N on Rome Rome Albany Academy Our ski team onc e again hit the slopes Under the able guidance of Coach War ick, they diligently practiced at Woods Valley. Their basic training included both cross-country and slalom. In their first meet with Whitesboro and Boonville, they came in second, with Whitesboro in the lead. The team placed fourth in a nine school meet at Snow Ridge. They also placed fourth in the sec tionals at Old Forge and in an invitational. The Schuss Boomers . Zingerline, ]. Brodock, T. Olney, P. D'Amore, Coach Warick Bowling Row 1: B. Sislo, W. Kuleez, M. Wright. Row 2: J. Carro, D. Larkin, T. Serviss. Row 3: J. Guaspari, S. Sislo, G. Minkiewicz This year’s bowling team under a new leader, Mr. Richard Dorsino, compiled a strong 7-2-1 record to finish a close second in the C.O.L. A victory and a tie in ex- hibition matches with R.C.H. gave us an 8-2-2 record over-all. Excellent perfor- mances by veterans John Guaspari, Al Guaspari, Dick Larkin, Walt Kulecz, and Gary Minkiewicz coupled with the psychological effect of Captain Bob “BEEF” Griffin accounted for the vast improvement. The high three-game set of 628 was fashioned by Walt Kulecz, who also had the high single game of 237. Other high scores were: John Guaspari’s 235 single and 607 triple, Steve Sislo’s 223, Dick Larkin’s 593 set and Captain “BEEF” Griffin’s 587 series. The J.V. team, paced by second year men Ray Martinez and Ron Scerra, turned in a commendable 9-1 record. Absent at the time of the team photograph were: Al Guaspari, Capt. “BEEF” Griffin, Ray Martinez, Allen Lazara, Ron Scerra, Dave Griffiths, Tony Lucci, Rick Nasci and Wayne Balducci. Baseball Diamond Dazzlers Back in time. With Coach Joe Skwarek, Co-Captains Dennis Dawes and Harvey Heburn, the varsity baseball team finished the season with a record of 11-8. The team went into a tailspin but came on strong to tie with Whitesboro for second place in the Cen- tral Oneida League. In the play off, Rome de- feated Whitesboro 11-3, finishing second in the C.O.L. Rome then went on to represent the C.O.L. in the Sectionals. Jim Pemberton led the pitchers with the lowest earned run average and a record of 4-1. In the important Notre Dame game, R.F.A.—3, N.D.—0., George Russell led the team knocking in all three runs, while Jim Pemberton fired a one hitter. Den- nis Dawes was the team leader. Scoreboard New Hartford ‘ UF.A. Amsterdam Amsterdam Proctor Notre Dame R.C.H. Whitsboro U.F.A. New Hartford Proctor Ilion Ilion Notre Dame Whitesboro R.C.H. Whitesboro Lowville Ilion Oe BERET PLETE LETES — RK OomohONnagte DO Varsity Squad Row 2: Bill Zmudosky, Dave Davis, Harry McGuire, Rich Abdou, Al Guaspari, Jim Pemberton, Row 1: Bruce Frazier, Mgr., Pete Cirelli, George Russell, Dennis Dawes, Harvey Heburn Ralph Pizzula, Geoff Wright, Joe Skwarek, Coach J.V. Squad Row I: D. Lince, G. Cawl, S. Russell, J. Surace, P. Pirillo, J. Stellato, J. Smalden. Row 2: Coach Evans, J. Smothers, J. Corigliano, J. Haley, G. DeFazio, G. Ruzanski, R. Bucknell, T. Bates Batting Varsity Pitching G. Russell Stars J. Pemberton 4-] H. McGuire “ R. Abdou J. Byrnes D. Dawes R. Abdou J. Pemberton Row I: D Zaglaniczny neta, R DeProspero R McGurn, T. Verminski, J. Stevens, I A. Demski, Co-capt.; R Palinski, Co-capt.; J. Pet Atkinson, F. Verminski, M. Wadopian Row 2: Coach William Coughlin, W. MeZeal, J. Stahl, B. Mac Leod, A rieri, B. Culbertson Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Rome Valincourt, B. Boculac, T. Taverna, M. Car Adolfi, Coach Donal Bruce. Row 3: B Scoreboard Watertown Proctor Linton New Hartford Notre Dame Proctor Whitesboro U.F.A. Slivka, T. Bates, E. Kaser, E. Ringdahl, B. Simpson, W. Mays, R Sapieszko, G. Frost, C. Czerwinski. Row 4: N. Pickett, K Brooks, D. Williams, W. Goodman, R. Toepp, R. Green, F. Ma cri, D. Williams, G. Frost, B. Marceau, Row 5: Mer. B. Smith, P Berry, G. Quattro, D. Chapin, R. Kattner, B. Myers, Mgr. W Jones The Rome Free Academy Track team has turned in an ex- ceptional season, Coached by Bill Coughlin, the team placed first in the Section II Class A Track and Field Meet. The team also placed first in the Central Oneida League. Other accolades include a second in the Central Interscholastic Con- ference Meet and a third in the Utica Invitational Meet. Team standouts were Rick Palinski, Bruce Simpson, and George Frost. Row 1: M. Gifford, R. Porter, ]. Kuzma, T. Furiel. Row 2: coach Rienzo, C. Flack, D. Szewezyk, P Kunkel, J. Get hbehead, M. Evans Tennis UFA The RFA Net Men had another very successful season, losing only two Rome New Hartford — Deiter close matches to UFA and two to Whitesboro and coming in third in the ai iia, Sa C.O.L. The team, coached by Mr. John Rienzo, was fortunate in that the Riso i utestoel whole first string was composed of returning lettermen. Marty Evans played era. ee the head position with Dan Szweczyk at number two, Mike Gifford at spot three, Steve Sarvis in the fourth position, and Cary Flack at fifth. In the Rome Procter ; sectionals, Cary Flack finished second in the second flight singles. The ten Rome Notre Dame Rome j] +] +] GW nis matches are decided by the number of individual matches the team car- Rome Whitesboro ) Rome 2 Whitesboro Rome 6 Oneida ries. To win the match, the team must win at least four of the five singles and two doubles matches. Cary Flack and Michael Gifford get in some pre-season prac tice Row I: D. Finn, K. Jones, F. Rahrig, R. Frasca. Row 2: D. Loreto, T. Gifford, L. Sullivan, V. Narolis Coach Geary Go-Go Golf SCOREBOARD New Hartford U.F.A. Proctor Notre Dame Whitesboro New Hartford Proctor Notre Dame Whitesboro R.C.H. R.C.H. U.F.A. i) ie) D i) “1 bo =] bo ms OD So ws t} = i) Der OWW UND A. A. A. x: om . . A. . . . A. The Rome Free Academy golf team, under the supervision of Coach Don Geary, completed an- other winning sea son. The total record for the sea- son was seven wins, four losses and a tie. The tie came in a hard fought Rome Catholic High match. The golf team tied for third place in the Central Oneida League. Kevin Jones completed the season with 6 wins, 2 losses and 2 ties for the best average of the team. Stick Slappers Row 1; B. Drexler, E. Hoag, A. Goggin, M. Yost, N. DiMarco, M. Row 3: P. Davidson, M. Parish, B. Dean, C. Pliniski, D. Mark- Hall, D. Spoon. Row 2: D. Libent, M. Feeney, J. Tietze, C. Bak- ham, J. Crouch, J. Evans, M. Eades, V. Salce. er, M. Reynolds, R. Bucknell, L. Pritchard, R. Morris, J. Hubiak. Field Hockey, under the supervision of Miss Ruth Solan, is one of the many fall sports open to all inter- ested sophomore, junior, and senior girls. These R.F.A. goal-getters spend two strenuous weeks in exercise and scrimmages, after which the girls are divided into teams to play other area schools. Field hockey, al- though a rigorous and demanding sport, is quite pop- ular among its dedicated players. Racketeers Row 1: B. Lauri, C. Fraser, D. Miller, and A. Furiel. Row 2: P. Serino. M. Kanoff. J. Milles, C. Tuttle, and M. A. Davidson Under the supervision of Miss Ruth Demers, the girls’ tennis team has again completed another successful year. Since their sophomore year, Ann Furiel, Marcia Kanoff, MaryAnn Davidson, Bonnie Lauri and Joan Milles have been active partici- pants on the team. During those three years, the girls have played eighteen matches with neigh- boring teams. Out of these eighteen matches, the girls have lost only one game to New Hartford. Although these senior girls were very active, the other non-senior members participated a great deal to make this an memorable year for tennis at R.F.A. a) Row 1: C. Lamonica, L. Raymond, L L. Smith, L. Wojcik, M. Whitney. The bowling team, under the direction of Mrs. Kay White, rolls weekly at a local bowling center in competitive meets and _prac- tice games. A banquet is held at the end of the year and awards are presented. The officers are Janice Bryant, president; Cindy Fraser, vice president, Joann Summa, secretary; Diane Gibil- aro, treasurer. Bowling Aldaco, A. Martin, B. Cummings. Row 2: J. Bryan, ¢ Daneillo, et attper’ + ee Managers Directed by head manager Cindy Stannard, the members of the Managers Club give invalu- able aid to the girls’ athletic staff. These girls help the gym teachers one afternoon a week by taking care of phone calls in the office, picking up the locker room after all sports, giving first aid, if nec- essary, and doing other miscellan- eous jobs. The managers also act as hostesses to visiting teams at playdays held in Rome. Row I: J. Rutz, L. Kanwischer. Row 2: B. Volk, L. Tietze, S. Meier, C. Stannard Archery The RFA Archery team prac- tices during both the fall and spring sports season under the di- rection of Mrs. Kay White. After several weeks of target practice, the — girls compete in meets against teams from neighboring schools. Archery is also offered as an af- ter school activity for all girls who are interested in shooting for fun. Row 1: J. Toepp, J Fahy. Row 2: A. Pomilio, J. Brvan, B. Altier. The Globetrotters During the basketball season, November to December, the girl’s gym is packed with those cheering and awaiting gametime of their team. Last year the unlimited dribble was again initiated as a rule. This gives girls more of a challenge than the old, three-limit drib- ble. The All Rome Playday, in January, allows anyone from grades 9-12 to contribute on a team and enjoy competition. Various other tournaments and playdays are provided for girls to exhibit their skills. At the end of the basketball season the basketballs are put away and the volley- balls are brought out. In these winter months any interested sophomore, junior, or senior girl may take part in the action on the courts by pla ying on an intramural team. With a new trend toward a “pow- er” game, girls’ volleyball has become a more exciting sport. This year, a volleyball tournament sponsored by Awpenys’ on a Saturday in March, in which Twenty area schools took part, took the place of the annual In- vitational. Participating schools all vied for the honors of the day. Row 1: K. Guyer, S. Annicelli, D, Holien, S. McGuire. Row 2: C. Pomilio, L. Tietze. A. Haerle, K. Durr, B. Volk, D. Giardino. Graceful and agile, the girls in our gymnastics team practice their routines on the trampoline, uneven par- allel bars, vaulting horse, balance beam, free exercise, and tumbling mats. “They are the best in this area, it’s a proven fact, “says their coach, Miss Ruth Demers, as thes go on to win meet after meet. Some of the girls attend gymnastics camp during the summer in Spring- field, Massachusetts and learn new moves to teach the other members of the squad. All girls are welcome to come to work out Monday nights after school and some mornings for extra prac- tice. The girls make up their own routines for compe- tition with other schools in this area. Every Monday and Wednesday afternoon, the members of the girls’ competitive swim team rig- orously practice for their meets with rival schools. Coached by Miss Susan Luizzi, the girls par- ticipate in freestyle sprints, re- lays, and diving competition. In a triangular meet with New Hartford and Herkimer, the Rome Mermaids came in second, with Jill Brodock placing first in both of her events. A few inter- ested team members also help to time at the boys’ swim meets. Swimming Row I: S. Howell, M. Feeny, E. Morris, E. Morris, D. DeLuco, A. Furiel. Row 2: D. Bartell, C. Weed, E. Smith, P. Davidson, J. Milles, A Haerle, ]. Brodock. Patty Tardugno Sandi Kolasz Pat Barney Sandy Balzano Captain Judy Rubino Karen Durr Cheerleaders This past summer a group of the varsity squad attended the United States Cheerleading Association Camp at Lake George where these girls from Rome Free Academy competed with other cheerleading squads from schools all over the United States. Although the competition was tough, our cheerleaders came through and took Ist place. The girls that attended were: Barb Guaspari, Judy Rubino, Pat Barney, Pat Tardugno and Gail Page. Besides going to cheerleading camp, in the summer, these girls have the sworn duty to create an atmosphere of os and enthusi- asm at all the football and basketball games. The new advisor this year is Miss Sue Luizzi, who attended R.F.A. and was a cheerleader here also. Long jump, high jump, softball throw, basketball throw, and various running events are offered to the girls that sign up for the RFA track team each spring. After general conditioning, the girls pick one or two of the track and field events in which they specialize for the season. After long practice sessions, which are directed by Miss Susan Luizzi, the girls who show the greatest skill in each event are chosen for interschool competition. Races And Bases Under the direction of Miss Susan Luizzi, the members of this year’s softball team tried hard to defeat the teams of competitive schools. Girls sign up in the spring for intramural teams and later try out for positions on the interschool team. SENIORS Steve Sislo President Kathy Benson Secretary As our high school days come to an end, we look to the possibilities of the future. Whether we plan to further our education or immediately begin a career in business, we all anticipate the changes the future will bring. Though we all look forward to our new lives, we will never forget our memora- ble years at Rome Free Academy. Three short years ago we entered R.F.A. as untried sophomores. With typical sophomore enthusiasm we decorated the school at Christmas time. Our other ma in activity, the Sophomore Hop, came and went, receiving the usual response, and we became firmly established in our new school. Our junior year was a rewarding one. Our prom, “The Days of Wine and Roses’, was a beautifel suc- cess. Later we and our caterpillar emerged victo- Gabriele Mattes Vice-President Roman Tybinko Treasurer rious in the snow sculpture contest. Though we thoroughly enjoyed it all, our junior year was filled with many difficulties such as the PSAT, the SAT, and the Merit Scholarship exam. The year was hap- pily climaxed, though, he we received our hand- some rings. Our last y ear has been, by far, the most exciting. One remarkable event has lead to another: our undefeated football team, the Regents Schol- arship Examination, our senior play—The Ghostess with the Mostess—college applications and job in- terviews, more college “ai winter weekend, and finally our senior ball. Surely our senior year has been an appropriate finish to our high school ca- reer, but as we look around us, we realize that the times they are a changin’. Lynn Abbott Kebira Abdelmalki Richard Abdou Tom Adams Henry Adolfi Judith Agostino John Akins Susan Albert Sharon Albertson Brenda Altier Linda Amato John Amaroso Gary Anderson Ole Anderson Cheryl Anken Thomas Aquino ry 8 | a 1 Stephen Arbes Albert Auber Kathy Armstrong David Arthur —- 2 Natalie Austin Fred Avard Kevin Bacher Lorraine Baldwin Sandra Balzano Fred Banks 2 1a William Baptiste Susan Bara Patricia Barney Alex Barone Gene Barone Lynette Barton Marshall Basham Richard Bates ewer Robert Bauer Nancy Beckwith Edward Beer Scott Benjamen wil Melinda Benn Kathryn Benson Marsha Bielby Cathy Biladeau Peter Blake Robert Boculac James Boncella Linda Brandt Linda Brement Thomas Briggs Melissa Bright qd | Jill Brodock Robert Bromley Gordon Bruno Mary Lou Bruno Janice Bryan Raymond Bucknell Marlene Bunal ms Floyd Bush Patricia Busyezak James Byrnes Patricia Cable = Jasper Calandra Karen Campenella Richard Campola Anthony Carambia -— Katherine Carletta Virginia Carlin Bruce Carpenter Douglas Carr Michael Carrierri Andrew Carroll Rita Castra Dominick Catalano ai fi James Catazaro Janet Chellburg Paula Cianfrocco William Ciccotti Steven Clarke 99 George Cawl Beverly Clayton William Cawl Dawn Childres Richard Cianfrocco Bruce Clifford Christine Clifford Maxine Cohen Patrick Colangelo - 7. James Commisso John Conners Ronald Conover Edwin Converse Yvonne Converse Linda Coonrod Gerald Cooper James Coppola Py Michael Cordell William Cordsen Nicholas Cosimeno Frank Costello Elizabeth Crandall Claire D'Amore Stephen D’ Amore Lawrence Daniello Mary Ann Davidson David Davis Stephen DeBella Donald Delaney Linda DelBalso Deborah DelNero Richard DelPico Dianne DeLuco Linda DeMare Victor DeMasi Carmel DeSimone Dorius Desmarais e 4 Saundra DiBari James DiBella ae Frank DiBerardino III Louis DiMarco 95 Thomas Diviak Patricia Doherty Helen Downing John Draper 7 Carole Duell Patricia Dunham Karen Durr Judith Eannarino Bonny Edick e C Deborah Ellison Lucy Emison Patricia Esposito Deborah Evans Evelyn Evans Marty Evans Mary Lou Facciolo Palma Facciolo Richard Falcone Michael Fay Gary Fazio Karen Fedun Sharon Fenton Penny Ferguson Stephen Ferrare Sandra Fike Cary Flack Eleanor Flinn Mary Lou Foote Jack Frolich George Frost Nancy Fuller Ann Furiel Christine Fusco Robert Galluzzo Robert Garofalo Robert Gettman Guy Giamporcaro Anthony Giardino Donna Giardino Michael Gifford Jan Gilbert Joe Giordano Louis Gisondo Sue Gohringer Susanne Gomolski Ann Gotti John Grant ; Marie Grasso _ Paula Gratch Cheryl Graziyl Barbara Gregory Michael Grifasi Robert Griffin Karen Grikstas - é a — —_—s | “ - Paulette Grygiel Paul Gualillo William Groff Janet Grisham Alfred Guaspari i Lhe NX NN WN, 1m John Guaspari Barbara Guaspari Kristie Guyer Linda Gymburch Dennis Guy Patricia Gulla Jane Haggart James Haggas Catherine Haley Donna Hall Robert Halpin Roberta Halpin Fred Hanba ™ tl ae : 1) a , Joann Henderson Eric Henry John Herrin Ellen Herrington Gerard Hewitt Robert Hoffman Darlene Holen George Hollenbeck aii; Kevin Hovey Sandra Huntley Teresita Hussey John Hylla ‘i Enrico lacovissi Kathy Ingersoll 103 Kasmir Jaloszynski Dennis James 5 Joann Joslyn Mona Jimenez Deborah Johnson Gary Johnson Deborah Jones Gary Jones Kevin Jones Sandra Jones eV oe z Priscilla Jude Charlene Kaido Ronald Kanclerz Marcia Kanoff Linda Kennedy Johanna Knoblauch Patricia Koval Linda Kanwischer Eugene Kaser ah John Kerwawycz Joann Klara Sandra Kolasz Mary Krulinski James Kehoe Charles Knoblauch Marie Kubik Walter Kulecz Nicholas Lalyk Christine Laporta a: Deborah Larkin Richard Larkin Richard Latart Bonnie Lauri Theodore Lenio Deborah Leppert Joan Lewis Ralph Libby Deborah Libent Clayton Liebi Norman Lince Paul Link s _y Theresa Loftus Elizabeth Lombino Daniel Loreto Sylvia Lorusso im Elizabeth Lowerre David MacLachlan Robert MacLeod David Mahl 107 avni ‘Ai Kathleen Maio Christine Maloney John Maloney Louis Mangino ih Karen Markeloff Eddie Marsh Joyce Martin William Martin Gale Martini Annette Marullo 108 Dominick Marullo Mary Mataviesko Melanie Mathis Mark Mativesko Gabriele Mattes Kathy McDonald Susan McGuire Robert McPhee Martin McZeal Winston McZeal 7 _ Sandra Meier John Melnick James Merchant Richard Merchant Ronald Merchant Rosalind Messenger Larry Migliori Carl Militello Oe “ ; vd - 4 y . y f - Li A “y , J ‘ wt L+U +) ae . «a a | - : ” 7a a ‘ fits Joan Milles Gary Minkiewicz Donna Mizer Daniel Moore im « Duane Mullen Peter Mumford Bonnie Myrick Susan Myslinski Lorraine Nardozza Vincent Narolis Kay Nelson Laurie Nelson Racy Niciu Mary Nizzi Delores Occhionero Kevin O'Connell Sharon O'Connell rT Ronald Oleyniuk Thomas Olney a � reeeet'l ’ Ray Oram Carmella Ortolano Deborah Ott Gail Page ry Michael Palinski Linda Pascucci 112 Diane Overrocker Kaye Paine Margaret Parker Linda Pease Arthur Pee James Pember Ralph Pezzulo Peter Pillmore Chester Pogozelski Anita Pomilio Cynthia Pomilio Sharon Porter Susanne Pratt Margen Presnell VI Pee ag 3 = ' Nora Proper Roberta Quance Barbara Quattro Robert Raiti 113 ta $e Thomas Rakowski Kevin Rankin Susan Ransom Gary Rasha el f John Raulli ; Caroline Rawlins Francis Ray Christine Rayland David Recchio Vicky Revette Anthony Ricci Pamela Riggleman Janice Rippley Lucian Rizio Stephen Roberts Kathy Rondinelli Kathy Ross Shirley Rotolo Renee Rouillier 115 Judith Rubino Carlton Russell J ‘ George Russell Joan Rutz Gary Ruzanski Michelle Rybicky rh 7 Dominick Sacco MaryAnn Sanford Joseph Santulli Ronald Sapieszko Gary Sauer Donald Saynes Susan Sharglia Marilyn Scalise Deborah Schiller Marsha Schoff n Ann Schuler Louis Schuler Judi Scott oy Sedgwic Ellyn Seifert Nick Serino Peter Serin« Joseph Shea Martin Shearer Christine Sipley Steve Sislo Dennis Skibitski Patricia Skiljan Candice Smith Jacqueline Smith Karen Smith Marcia Smith Raymond Smith David Snellbacher Bonnie Southern Linda Spada Joseph Spadafora Anthony Spado Sam Spado 18 fis Louise Spargo Joseph Spinella Bruce Squires John Stahl Cynthia Stannard Diane Stannard il ? Paul Stannard Katrine Sterling Fred Sternlicht Craig Stetson 119 Joseph Stevens Karen Stewart Deborah Stitt Steve Strange al ee David Sucheski ‘arol Surace Linda Surace Christine Sutter Gary Swancott Kenneth Swierzewski 120 Henry Swist Walter Szezerba Richard Talerico Grace Tanner Muriel Tarbania William Taskey tp 6 S Cima Richard Taube Thomas Taverna Bill Taylor —| o ln Paul Telesco Sandra Telesco Gary Tetreault y James Thomas Rita Thomas Daniel Throop Lynne Tietze Nes Aim Janice Toepp Michele Tonni Roman Tybinko Andrea Tyler F : a Janet Tyler Thomas Uhring Michael Uvanni Geraldine Vaccaro a “ee ’ ‘ James Vaccaro Susan Vaccaro 122 Merland Valentine Gary Van Dresar Dan Van Gesen Timothy Van Hom David Versace Annette Vidzar Anthony Vinci = Stephanie Vicek Barbara Volk Tara Walsh Michael Wells Russell Wells ae aay Kathleen Wheeler Michael Wheeler Patricia Wheeler Lynette White Bonnie Willson Ann Winterton Robert Wright Paul Chris Wyher John Yano Josephine Yourdon Barbara Yozzo Ted Zaglaniczny Shirley Zakala William Zmudosky Abbis, Daniel Annicelli, Susan Averill, William Bambury, Ronald Barber, George Earl Bauman, Pamela Blitzblak, Bob Bonacci, Robert Boyce, Harold Brenon, Dennis Brockway, Michael Brook, Judith Burke, Beverly Butts, Jerry Bzura, James adrette, Clarence amadine, Theodore ataldo, Peter ‘hristian, Paula ( ( Carissimo, Peter ( ( ( ingranelli, Albert Civitelli, Linda Coleman, Jeffery Cook, Ray Faceless Coons, Gary Cushman, Bryan Dale, Jane I Davison, Robert ] Decristo, Michael DeHimer, Martin Dorsey, Gary Ernenwein, Joseph Franklin, Anthony Gallagher, Robert Gee, Amasa Gillette, Richard Goodman, Leon Haddad, Thomas Hall, Charles Healy, Edward Heilig, Tom Hoag, Robert Jones Garrett Jones Linda Kurtyka, Raymond Longoria, Dalia Mahl, Lyle Martin, Thomas Friends Matteson, Wayne Matthews, Kevin Maziarz, Michelle McClary, Michael McCrary, Henry McIntyre, Charles Mills, Michael Mokry, Daniel Montalbano Philip Montalbano Richard Montana, Ronald Montieth, Nancy Murray, Carlton Nadal, Cecilia Nicolella, Lorraine Plesur, Renee Potts, George Premo Jon Richardson, Keith Ripley, Mark Robinson, Eugene Rondinelli, Francis Ruge, Frederick Ruge, Ronald Shuck, Wayne D Seaton Nancy Sexton, Dale Sezna, Thomas Sharpe Gerald Slivka, Andrew Smith, Cynthia Smith, Everett Smith, Frank Smith, Jay Solomon, Steven Spink, Patricia St. Thomas, Sal Strubin, Michael Sykes, Ray Townsend, Ke ith Tracy, Robert D Trautner, John Trembeth, Robert lyksinski, Karen Vandenburgh, Charles Vienneau, Murray Vrooman, Kathy West, Steven OOSIER KOT SHOTS ¢ � : © pe oe Pa 4 aid oa ee “t pe’ im Fs ba nO} 5 (0) BV ite) 0 STUDENT LIFE Valedictorian The Valedictorian of the class of 1968 will have left her mark by compiling one of the highest final averages ever at RFA. This year Linda Kanwisch- er with a 97.07 average has reason to be proud. Along with plenty of schoolwork she has found time for De-O-Wain-Sta, Honor Society, Colgate Seminar—only a few among many. She also has won a Letter of Commendation. With an average high enough to be Valedictori- an for most other years, Roberta Quance has been named this year’s Salutatorian. Roberta also par- ticipated in many of the school programs in- cluding Honor Society and Rostra, and still earned a 96.82 average. No doubt she will carry this suc- cess throughout her life. Neither Linda nor Roberta could ever be com- pletely rewarded for their efforts except through the honors they have brought to themselves, their class, and their school. Salutatorian Row 1: L. Emison, L. Kanwischer, J. Rutz, L. Pascucci, J. Lewis, J. Eannarino. Row 2: R. Quance, H. Downing, S. Meier, K. O'Connell, F. Di Berardino, T. Lenio. Row 3: P. Link, K. Markeloff, J Stahl, J. Kerwawycz, T. Rakowski, A. Tyler u? : Honor Society - i - ° ‘ Hill lh : Scholarship, leadership, character, and service are four qualities that are strong r ‘ factors in the evaluation of students nom- inated to Rome Free Academy's chapter of the National Honor Society. Only five per cent of the junior class and fifteen percent of the senior class are eligible to be chosen as novitiates to the society each year. Their induction ceremony, held in March, is organized by Honor Society officers, President Paul Link, Vice-Presi- dent Ted Lenio, and Secretary-Treasurer Linda Kanwischer, and is conducted by present Honor Society members. Row 1: K. Campenella, J. Knoblauch, J. Rutz, L. Gym- burch, S. Bara, L. Kanwischer. Row 2; C. Smith, J. Lewis, ]. Eannarino, A. Pomilio, R. Quance, L. Pascueci, C. Grazi ul. Row 3: K. Rankin, T. Sezna, T. Diviak, P. Link, M. Gif- ford, K. O’Connell, K. Grikstas. Row 4: P. Pillmore, T. Ra- kowski, G. Minkiewicz, H. Adolfi, R. Boculac, S. Sislo, R. Oram Regents Johanna Knoblauch This marks the eighth consecutive year that R.F.A. has had more Regents Schol- arships than any other school in Oneida County. The Class of ‘68 proudly an- nounces its fifty-eight | Scholarship winners. Johanna Knoblauch placed first and Judy Eannarino second in the County. Congratulations! Special congratulations to Johanna Knoblauch, who also placed second in the state! Students’ abilities are tested in English, scoial studies, science, mathematics, art, and music. The exam requires a full day for its administration. Row 1: W. Ciccotti, D. VanGesen, H. Downing, J. Brooks, L. Emison, S. Fike. Row 2: C. Flack, J]. Thomas, F. Stern- licht, L. Baldwin, M. A. Davidson, S. Meier, K. Markeloff Row 3: A. Tyler, A. Peel, J. Guaspari, D. Larkin, W. Ku- lecz, T. Uhring, J. Frohlich. Row 4: K. Bacher, J. Ern- enwein, M. Shearer, P. Wright, J. Kerwawycz, J. Stahl, ( Knoblauch, P. Stannard. ss a � g 4 me 4 1a) SS Pres te tes Row 1: Linda Kanwischer, Lucy Emison, Joan Rutz, Susan Bara, Andrea Tyler, Michael Gifford, Ted Lenio, Row 3: John Guas- Joan Lewis, Judy Eannarino, Row 2: Jack Frohlich, Paul Link, pari, John Stahl, Douglas Carr Each February the National Merit Corporation administers a Letters test to college-bound juniors. Sixteen students scored high enough to be awarded a Letter of Commendation. The test it- Of self is extremely difficult, and to earn a high score is a great achievement. Those who score even higher are semi-finalists. This year the _ class of 1968 is very proud to have four semi-finalists, a new rec- oOommendaation YI ord for R.F.A. Ron Sapieszko, Johanna Knoblauch, Judith Brooks, Joe Ernenwein. Colgate Seminar Row 1: J. Knoblauch, A. Pomilio, K. Nelson, J. Rutz, C. Surace, B. Lowerre, S. Bara, J. Lewis, K. Campanella. Row 2: J Grisham, L. Emison, P. Jude, L. Pascucci, J. Brooks, J. Eannari- no, R. Quance, S. Fike, H. Downing, L. Kanwischer. Row 3: M Gifford, P. Link, J. Guaspari, D. Versace, T. Lenio, O. Anderson, Every year 50 students from R.F.A. and students from other area high schools are selected accord- ing to academic achievement to take part in the Colgate Seminar. Beginning in October, professors from Colgate University, Hamilton College, and Utica College come to R.F.A. on alternate Mon- days to give lectures to these students. For the final lecture the students met at Colgate Uni- versity. The subjects include philosophy, psycholo- gy, mythology literature, politics, and various sciences. The R.F.A. supervisor, Mr. Edward Ball, di- rected the R.F.A. delegation with the help of this year’s officers: President—Ron Sapiezko, Vice Pres- ident—John Kerwawycz, — Secretary-Treasurer Carol Surace. The purpose of the Colgate Seminar is to go be- yond normal high school work and to introduce the student to college-level lectures. D. Carr, C. Flack, M. Davidson, A. Tyler. Row 4: K. Markeloff, G. Tanner, S. Meier, P. Cataldo, K. Bacher, W. Kulecz, A. Peel, S. Sislo, J. Frohlich, J. Ernenwein, T. Diviak. Row 5: K. O’Con- nell, F. DiBerardino, M. Evans, G. Minkiewicz, R. Sapieszko, J. Stahl, H. Adolfi, K. Rankin, T. Rakowski, M. Shearer, P. Wright Food for thought. In previous years, students from different coun- tries in the world have had t he chance to spend one whole vear in Rome Free Academy. This year | have had the advantage to be chosen to spend my year in R.F.A My native country is Morocco. The Kingdom of Morocco is located at the northwest corner of Afri- ca and has the Atlantic Ocean on its west and the Mediterranean on its north. The capital of Morocco is Rabat. Morocco regained its inde � pendence from France in 1956 under Mohammed V. The national lan- guage of Morocco is Arabic. Other languages spo- ken are French and Spanish. There is absolute free- dom of religion in Morocco and the national reli- gion is Islam. My country is different from the U.S. in sever al ways. I can’t compare Morocco to the U.S. because they are the products of two different civilizations. In Morocco I used to go to school in Rabat and I live in a village where my father is principal in a N. he ¢ � ’ Be sat ‘a high school. The school system in Morocco is differ- ent from that in schools here. In Morocco we don’t choose our subjects we want to study and we have more than five subjects. I have spent this wonderful year in Rome with the Jones family. I have had four sisters and one brother. I have been lucky to be able to fit in with a large family for I have at home eight sisters and three brothers. I would not like to end without talking about football. I think football games are the most ex- citing games that I have ever seen. I have fit in the school spirit very quickly and with RF. A.’S unde- feated team you ‘like football anyway! I = ave enjoyed so many things during my stay in the U.S. and my stay has been so wonderful with the pi at of the A.F.S. Chapter of the A.F.S. Club and of all of you at R.F.A. I would like to thank all of you who helped me to spend a year, one of which has been and will be the best in my life. cae nee AS ‘@ « a . ‘ Hullo everybody, As your English American Field Service student I have spent a very happy six months at R.F.A. I arrived in Rome in mid-December on the “Late arrivals from the United King- n” program and ever since I have been busy making up for lost time in enjoying the joys of the “American way of life.” Kome and Rome Free Academy are so very different from my home town and school. I live in a small village which consists of two shops, a church, a chapel, twenty-four houses and a school of which my fa- ther is the principal. This village is in the heart of the agricultural district known as the Fens. My school was four miles away in the nearest town, Wisbech. As it was an all female in- stitution with 370 girls from the ages of 11 to 18, R.F.A. was a big big con- trast. Wisbech itself is a small market town, not in the least “swinging” and I think I disappointed many people because I had not met or even seen our most famous exports, the Beatles. However, when in ican, they say, do as the Romans do—so with fortitude I have called my torch a “flashlight” been driven about on the wrong (ie right) side of the road, eaten spaghetti without using my fingers and cheered on our Black Knights to victory. My stay here has been an unforgettable experience and I would like to thank all who have made it so. Unfortunate- ly, I cannot end with a special mes- sage in my own language. Instead, I will quote the motto of the A.F.S. for this is the way we can truly make in- ternational differences smaller: “Walk together Talk together On ye peoples of the earth Then and only then shall ye have peace.” jill The Ghostess With The Mostess Cast of Characters Marsha Schoff Aunt Polly Bolton David Arthur Grif Adams Bob Bromley Eustus Bolton Judy Eannarino Maxine Murdler Joan Lewis Bonnie Reed Marcia Kanoff Patience Morgan Jim DiBella Nathaniel Dunne Al Guaspari Bruno Charles Knoblauch Col. Rauchmeyer Mary Ann Davidson Mrs. Leroy Andrea Tyler Lady Bronwyn-Mudd CO ee ee Ro ee rn a Miss Honeyman Debbie Ellison Verna PORAVERESIMGTERG et 5 ok Hie! ad ovina se RO PR ele es ie id: wee Shelley Grace Tanner Mary Catherine Bill Ciccotti Mike John Amoroso Stanley John Stahl Gen. Brooks On Friday evening, November 17, members of the Senior Class demonstrated their acting ability in the greatest theatrical success of the year! The play was pre- sented before a large crowd, and the actors received a standing ovation. Aunt Polly’s F rozen Goodies Plant was haunted in the greatest fashion—a great way to initiate Aunt Polly’s new factory. The ghosts came back to entangle Aunt Polly in their wild schemes and the fulfillment of their curse to walk the earth until they learned understanding. The ghosts proved to be the most en- joyable ghosts that ever haunted any factory! “Fight On For Her Fame” UFA Weekend The weekend that R.F.A. plays its traditional football rival, U.F.A., is al- ways one of the high points of the season. This year the weekend began on Friday night, October 27, with a mammoth bonfire. The football team and its coaches were introduced and its co-captains, Tom Rakowski and Marty Shearer, urged students to give their support. Unfortunately, the bon- fire had to be cut short by the fire de- partment due to a slight miscalcula- tion which almost set the first 10 rows of stadium seats on fire. Saturday was a perfect, crisp fall day. Ten busloads of students, the team, and the band travelled to Utica to witness an- other slaughter. There were more RFA than UFA supporters as RFA rolled to a 52-0 victory. School was dismissed early Monday for the burial of UFA in effigy. As Marty Shearer read the funeral service, Tom Ra- kowski and various other varsity football players doused the UFA dummy with gasoline, lit it, and bequeathed it and the RFA Great Pumpkin to the mighty Mohawk. And So We Bequeath Their Bodies To The Deep... The Witching Hour Among other innovations of the 1968 Tal- ent Show, sponsored by the Junior Red Cross Club, were Sharron Porter and Candy Black as emcees. With Cindy Stannard directing and Mr. Grapensteter advising, the show gave two performances at R.F.A. on April 5 and 24, then traveled to the Rome Home, State School, and Veteran Administration Hospital in Syracuse. Two extraordinary bands, the Rhubarb Ex- cursion and Stained Glass, the veteran Dee Occhinero, giving her usual fine performance, and Roger Ferlo as an accompanist and solo pianist were just a few highlights of the 1968 Talent Show. The Junior Red Cross Club donated the proceeds of the shows to the local Red Cross, American Field Service, and the R.F.A. library. The date February 17, 1968 may mean nothing to some. To others, it may recall to mind the day of the biggest snow storm of the winter. But to the seniors, it means the day that their efforts resulted in the coveted first place of the snow sculpture contest sponsored by Pep Club. The re- sults were the Seniors’ Snoopy, the Sopho- mores’ elephant, and the Juniors’ Ski boot. The judges were Mrs. Irene O'Shea, Mrs. Hubbell, and Mayor Valentine. Since the establishment of the snow sculpture con- test, the Class of 1968 has been the only class to win two consecutive years in a row. As it was, the snow sculpture contest was scheduled the previous week, but spring-liked conditions prevailed and caused its postponement until the fol- lowing week. The dance went on as scheduled Saturday night, February 10, and featured the Galaxies. Winterful Weekend A newspape taxi, tangerine trees, mar- malade skies, kaleidoscopic — patterns, marshmallows pies, a train in a station, a mysterious fountain, and towering high cellophane flowers transformed the boys’ gym into a world of wonder and psy chedelic visions on January 26, 1968. Prom night found anxious girls in beau- tiful gowns and new haridos waiting for the doorbell to ring and their nervous Don Juans to appear. The music of the Vikings set the placid mood with Ann Boyd reigning as queen with her court, including Ceil La Monica, Patty Tardugno, Nancy DiMarco, and Libby Pritchard. Beautiful flowers covered the gymnasi- um walls and psychedelic lighting pervaded the fantastical gym. The endeavorous and creative Mrs. Hubbel gave her time and yatience to the many enthusiastic mem Eos of the Junior Class in order to create the fabulous decorations. It seemed like the mystery tour had just begun as the cou- sles headed out through the doors and me to reality to climax the evening. Student Association 1944 ACTIVITIES Student Association Frank DiBerardino III Marcie Goldstick Sandy Kolasz The Students Association at Rome Free Academy is an organization composed of all students who wish to join school clubs, vote in general elections, or participate in any activity of the Students Association. The Student Association is headed by a president, a vice president, and a secre- tary and is governed by a student council and a student cabinet. The purpose of the Students Associa- tion is to regulate and supervise all official school functions. Activities sponsored by the Student As- sociation include school elections, pep ral- lies, fund-raising drives, color days, Moving- up Day ceremonies, surveys, and special projects. Row I: J. Hubiak, P. Rees, F. DiMarco, J Summa, B. Bole, O. Pettinelli, S. Simon Row 2: L. Chamberlain, M. _ Agone, C. Weed, S. Murray, C. Siegel, P. Ferinand Sophomores Row I: C. Jones, R. Seccurra, J. Rossi, D Hall, D. Pugliese, M. Infusino, B. Bara, K. Facciolo. Row 2: P. Cianchetti, A. Luccio, S. Crossman, C. Valvo, M. Sowards, D. Uri- arte, N. Broski. Row 3: J. Mastrangelo, M. Mills, J. Sams, P. Kunkel, B. Wells, B. Dremluk, P. Reck. Seniors Row I: M. Dantzler, D. Ott, L. Nelson, M Schoff, P. Gratch, T. Loftus, D. Ellison, D Childress, Row 2: D. Marullo, G. Wright, R. Ruge, B. Altier, J. Draper, A. Haerle, B Quattro, Row 3: C. Kaser, J. Pemberton, G Giamporcaro, G. Frost, J. Herrin, M. Uvan ni, 5. Strange Row 3: G McKinney, P McCue, R. Wright, P. Guida, J Tardugno, R Lambert. Row 4: Joe Skwarlk, J. Schillaci, M. Kerwawycz, J Haley, B. Miller, Allan Lazzara Row 1: Priscilla Jude, Lucy Emision, Patty Gulla, Joan Lewis, Mary Joan Rutz, Claire d’Amore, Bonnie Lauri. Row 2: Linda Kanw ischer, Marcia Kanoff, Penny Catchpole, Debbie Ellison, Maxine Cohen, Marilyn Scalise. Row 3: Sandy Meier, Kathy Ann Davidson, Mike Gifford, Fred Sternlicht, Grace Tan- ner, Walt Kulecz. Row 4; Cary Flack, David Arthur, Gary Min- kiewicz, Danny Throop, Dominick Catalano, Andrea Tyler Benson, De-O-Wain-Sta Editorial Staff All things must change and so must names. This year our director, Miss Mary Ellison, became Mrs. oe Smith. Un- der her fine supervision our staff was a deadlines. Our editor this year was Cary Flack with his assistant editor, Mary Ann Davidson. Our section editors were: Ka- thy Benson and Andrea Tyler—seniors, Patty Gulla and David Arthur—sports, Joan Rutz—underclassmen, Joan Lewis—curriculum, Marcia Kanoff—student life, and Sandy Meier—activities. , jle to meet its De-O-Wain-Sta Business Staff Under the supervision of Miss Mary Lou Evola, our Business Staff manages the financial section of our year- book. The staff is headed by Ron Sapieszko and his as- sistant, Bill Groff. Members of the staff sell advertising to local com- panies to lower the cost of the book for students; then, they sell and distribute the book to its purchasers. i au °é Ke} fs .- | a) =n q ‘fats Row 1: Marie Grasso, Sandy Telesco, Kathy Carletta, Judy Rubi- Susy Albert, Cliff Krulinski, Debbie Larkin, Karen Durr, Diane no, Christine Clifford, Kathy Ross, Jamie Greenberg, Linda DeLuco, Mona Jimenez. 4: Marie Leoadoti, Paula Basile, Bill Gymburch, Pam Riggleman, Row 2: Sandy Fike, Peggy Shickert, Groff, Paul Berry, Bob Erwin, Ron Sapieszko, Steve Sislo, John Pat McCue, Joan Milles, Ann Schuler, Kay Nelson, Joann Klara, Siddall. Paul Gratch, Row 3: Chris Sutter, Carol Pliniski, Sandy Huntley, Broadcast B.S.I. Row I: Kevin O'Connell, D. Versace, Gloria Herron, L. Pas- Row 3: J. Stahl, J. Siddall, J. Feldman, K. Bacher, D. Markham, cucci, C. Surace, K. Waters, R. Bucknell. Row 2: T. Lenio, J. T. Rakowski, D. Szewezyk. Bates, N. Pickett, C. Stockwell, J. Frohlich, J. Draper, D. Larkin. Attention please for a special announce- ment: B.S.I. Broadcast has just completed its third year as an independent link in the important chain of school information, thanks to its adviser, Mr. Dennis Smith, and the articulate staff headed by Presi- dent, Ted Lenio; Vice President, Kevin Bacher; and Secretary, Carol Surace. After several fade outs, Broadcast has been rewired and newly tubed. All chan- nels are set to GO. B.S.I. Press Ld This year, for the first time in thirty years, RFA’s B.S.I. Press section published a newspaper. Susan Gohringer was the first editor of The Echo, Tom Bates was the Sports Editor, John Kerwawycz was the Club Editor, and Ron Conover and Paul Link were the Editorial Page Editors. The staff consisted of sixty students, each of whom was assigned certain duties. Although the paper started out as a four-page edition, it was expanded to six pages. The monthly paper was concerned with the internal news of the school. Mr. Lincoln Kan, faculty adviser of the newspaper, called his staff “The most cooperative and inspiring group of people that I’ve worked with. They are The ECHO.” : Vechten, L. Chamberlain, D. Flinn, M. Parish, L. Nordozza, K. Row I: D. Libent, J. Smith, D. Miller, R. Conover, T. Bates, S. McDonald, A. Sanzone. Row 4: K. Abdelmalki, B. Conover, C. Ni- Gohringer, P. Link, J. Kerwawyez, J. Knoblauch, R. Jones. Row 2: S. Gomolski, C. Leonbruno, E. Bidwell, C. Smith, M. Squires, gro, S. Ball, J. Spadatora, J. Commisso, B. Grittin, R. Holland, B. G. Page, C. Nadal, F. DiMarco, G. Rahrig, K. Eldridge, S. Stro- Griffith, M. Fazzi, P. Parish. A. Stovall. Row 5: A. Peel, C. Knob- mei, S. Lorusso, D. Thaler, D. Thaler. Row 3: G. McKinney, S$. lauch, D. Szewezyk, D. Gawarecki, R. Bromley, J. Pemberton, J. McGuire, E. Evens, K. Campanella, S. Vicek, T. Miceli, Y. Van Grant, T. Knoblauch. Row I: S. Howell, N. Kaiser, R. Ferlo, A. Schultz, E P. Guida, P. Berry, J. Reid, K. Markeloff, G Pritchard, M. Goldstick, E. Lowerre, B. Jones. Row 2: L. Burgess, H. Downing, D. Occhinero, J. Grisham, R. Quance, M. Schoff, M. Krulinski, M. Jovanovitch,” M Eades. Row 3: Anderson, S Strange, D. Van Gesen, L. Wiessman, D. Harris, J Eannarino Rostra And Forum Student expression and creativity are the artistic elements that provide articles, short stories, essays, poetry and book reviews for the school’s literary magazine, Ros- tra. In its fourth ye ar of publication, Rostra provides an opportunity for the students to develop a form of literature representative of their times. Under the direction of Mrs. Lynda Fenwick, co-editors Karen Markeloff and Roberta Quance head a staff forming the medium necessary for that literary development. The Forum board, under the direction of Beth Lowerre and Dee Occhinero, dis- plays articles on club activities, student opinions, cartoons, gossip and sports. The Forum board provides students with a means of airing their opinions through inter- views, polls, and editorials. ’ ‘= Se Ay aa MS Row I: N. Austin, J. Stahl, L. Emison, J. Rutz, D. Arthur. Row 2: ]. Morreale, C Knudsen, P. Reddicks, C. Valvo, C. Vacca, A Mason, L. Rossi, R. Little, J. Falty. Row 3: E. Reid, D. Nash, I Kotary, M. Neiss, S. Kinison, E. Krupowicz, C. Iannotti, P. Cava no. Rew 4: L. Davis, K. Leidig, $. Engelbrecht, P. Pirillo, N. Ol eyniuk, B. Ejitches, D. Pugliese, C. Consiglio. Row 5: 1 B. Klemm, J. Mastrangelo, M. Mills, R. McKinney, R. Meier, P Keeley Furiel Library Council Library Council members, under the direction of Mrs. Helen Arthur and Mrs. Marjorie Mortis, each work one studyhall a week in the library. They assist the librarians by covering books, shelving re- turned books, filing magazines, helping at the front desk, and doing any other necessary jobs. Maintain- Row 1: D. Van Gesen, K. O'Connell, M. Gifford, T. Diviak, E. Charney, K. Bacher, T. Van Horn, J. Amoroso. Row 2: B. Johnson, K. Ross, G. Herron, C. Weed, Mrs. Arthur, Mrs. Mortis, J. Crouch, J. Froelich, N. Fuller, L. Chamberlain, $. Fike, D. Miz- er, J. Martin. Row 3: H. Downing, J. Henderson, D. Thaler, D Thaler, S. Bara, J. Herron, P. Rico, K. Eldridge, P. Esposito, N. Lawrence, r. stewart, M. Hall, A. Goggin, L. Del Balso, C. Ka ido, L. Nelson, E. Seifert, J. Scott. Row 4: C. Sipley, J. Toepp, D Libent, L. Kanwischer, J. Lewis, N. Mammosser, C. Meyers, M ing the library would be almost impossible without the help of Library Council members. In the fall, the following officers were elected: Lucy Emison and John Stahl, co-presidents; Dave Arthur, vice president; Natalie Austin, secretary; and Joan Rutz, treasurer. Miller, M. Butler, J. Costello, C. Peluso, D. Miller, N. Kaiser, M. ag herd Klara, F. Rondinelli, ]. Darrow, Row 5: S. Albertsen, P. Basile, D. Czerski, J. Bryan, S. Meier, G. Tanner, M. Skorobo gaty, S. Pritchard, M. Bunal, M. Javanovitch, K. Potter, T Bidwell, D Johnson, ]. Evans, P Cable, B. Southern. Row 6: S Myslinski, C. Stannard, C. Smith, K. Smith, K. Stewart, I Baldwin, B. Fusco, P. Berry, C. Nigro, J. Siddall, B. Griffith, R Neiss, V. Carlin, R. Holberger, J. Maloney, M. Cohen, J. Bates Row I: S. Telesco, R. Smith, M. Goldstick, §. Kolasz, L. Emison, Scalise, P. Tardugno, D. Thaler, J. Rutz, D. Thaler. Row 4: K. T. Ryan, L. Nelson, J. Rossi, R. Jones, Row 2: D. Wood, J. Rubi- Ross, J. Tietze, C. Pliniski, L. Tietze, B. Volk, M. Schoff, C. no, P. Pettinelli, S. Vaccaro, D. Stitt, T. Walsh, M. Reynolds, S Stannard, L. Szewezyk, K. O'Mara, A. Schultz, C. Smith, P. Ta- Rawlins, D. DeLuco, J. Totaro, S. Pratt, B. Younglove, D. Sum- gliere. Row 5: D. Pugliese, D. Nash, T. Walsh, C. Stockwell, J. ma, J. Summa. Row 3: D. Watson, D. Sbarglia, C. Sezna, R. Sec Siddall, J. Stahl, L. Schuler, A. Tyler, J. Reid, M. Yager, R. Wig- curra, C. Vacca, D. Wiley, S. Vicek, L. White, S. Zakala, M. gins, A. Zingerline, D. Versace. Row 1: D. Gawarecki, E. Charney, J. Draper, R. Holland, K Bacher, G. Minkiewicez, B. MacLeod, C. Herrman. Row 2: O Aiello, M. Alaimo, N. DiMarco, A. Goggin, M. Hall, D. Cortese E. Circle, ]. Ciaralli, C. LaMonica, K. Griffin, B. Gifune, C. Dan iello, L. Daniello. Row 3: S. Dayhoff, P. Flack, D. Meyers, M Andrewski, H. Friedman, D. Hall, B. Jones, D. Maxwell, M Hemphill, N. Montalbano, A. Mason, C. Carmody, P. Cannaroz zi, |. Morreale. Row 4: K. Eldridge, P. Esposito, J. Eannarino, J Lewis, L. Kanwischer, D. Miller, J]. Klara, K. Facciolo, P. Jude D. DelNero, M. Kanoff, B. Lowerre, L. Chamberlain, $. Lucezyn ski, D. Davidson, M. Grasso. Row 5: G. Martini, R. Bucknell, J Costello, M Eades, M Mathis I Migliori B Gregory ] Mar tin, P. Catchpole, B. Drexler, J Hubbard, P. Cable, S. Forse, B Garofalo, M. Gallien, J. Lucci. Row 6: T. Loftus, P. Gulla, A Comis, C. Jones, W. Caswell, K. Durr, S. Meier, S. Myslinski, M Bunal, K. Benson, L. Jones, M. Healy, P. Cianchetti, P. McLau ghlin, S. Lira, C. Maloney, P. Barney, M. Davidson The Rome Free Academy Pep Club has again succeeded in promoting school spirit at all school functions. Some of this year’s activities include the Fall and Winter Weekends. Pep Club is under the supervision of Mrs. Helen Arthur and Mr. Edwin Rapke. Officers include Sandra Kolasz, president; David Arthur, vice-pres- ident; Lucy Emison, secretary; and Marcie Golds- tick, treasurer. Red Cross Row I: L. Greene, D. Watsorl, M. Schickert, C. Stannard, P ser, L. Fiedler, S. Schuster. Row 4: S. O'Connell, S$. Hatch, C. Catchpole, S. Ball, J. Dale, L. Daniello, D. Richardson, J. Bro Consigleo, C. MacFarland, D. Northway, S. Spadafora, C. Plin dock, R. Jones, Row 2: R. Martines, P. Basile, A. Goggin, P. Ta iski, C. Lannotti, C. D'Amore, M. Cohen, P. Koval, M. Benn, B gliere, K. Jones, R. Sbaraglia, M. Goldstick, C. Ingersoll, B Eitches, R. Lambert, J. Boarman, B. Cooper, S. Davis, D. Sum Younglove, Jane Fahy, Dawn Meyer, L. Callicchia, A. Selden, ma. Row 5: N. Neidl, S. Crossman, S. Casearella, K. Kulecz, E Mr. Grapensetter, Row 3: R. Magnanti, L. Sauer, S. Murray, ( Rolfes, E. Krupowicz, P. ( ianchetti, D. Pubiese, T. Stubbs, S Desimone, ] Toepp, S. Ransom, J. Rubino, D. Maxidell, D. De Kolasz, B. Johnson, C. Maloney, B. Southern, O. Anderson, R luco, B. Lowerre, C. Fusco, N. Austin, D. Mizer, N. Mammos Andrews, V. Brown, M. Miller, R. Decker This year the Junior Red Cross Club has done a magnificent job for the Red Cross. Club members started the year off by selling candy bars, then went on to successfully achieve their goal of $400 in the annual fund drive. The club held a dance which made a profit of nearly $300. For the Christmas season, the club gave red Christmas dolls to the chil- dren at the Rome Hospital. In the early spring, the club sent a chest of supplies for the needy. To finish the year, the club sponsored the Talent Show. Advised by Elmer Grapensteter, this year’s officers are Penny Catchpole, president; Cindy Stannard; vice presi- dent; Johanna Knoblauch, secretary; and Sue Ball, treasurer. Row I: A. Spindler, P. Cavano, L. Rossi, G. Clifford, F. Macri, Row 2: R. Martinez, A. Stovall, T. Walsh, T. McMaster, F. Sternlicht, Row 3: O. Illi, A. Lazzara, J. Cooper, P. Kunkel, J. Harmon, D. Porowski, D. Welsh Science Club Science Club The purpose of the Science Club of R.F.A. is to encourage and direct projects out of the classroom. With a large membership this year, the club planned field trips, lectures, and _ re- ports. The officers are as follows: President, Fred Macri; Vice Presi- dent, Linda Rossi; Secr etary, George Clifford; Treasurer, Tom Walsh. Row 1: J. Hubbard, B. Drexler, N. Barber, A. Guglielmo, H Friedman, M. Grisham, J. Crouch, K. Eldridge, K. Campanella, A. Goggin, M. Hall, N. Komanecky. Row 2: S. Dayhoff, P. Flack, J. Henderson, S. Bara, E. Flinn, P D'Amore, D. El lison, M. Jimenez, L. DelBalso, D, Czerski, P. Jude, M. Butler, D. Jones, M. Davidson. Row 3: M. Barbato, P. Agone, L. Bur gess, M. Hemphill, I Kanwischer, N. Ka iser, A. Furiel, L. Chamberlain, B. Jones, B. Bara, B. Dean, J Esposito, ( Emison, J. Grisham, | Row 1: M. Reynolds, Y. Van Vechten, K. Nelson, K. Bacher, N Austin, K. Benson, K. Abdelmalki, K. Waters, S$. Markham, M Reynolds, S$. Pratt, S. Matteson. Row 2: C. N. Mammosser, G. Rahrig, F. DiMarco, D. Thaler, L. Pugh, S$ Stromei, M. Parish, J. Yost, R. Stevens, A. Schultz, Row 3: M Neiss, C. Pliniski, P. Rees, B. Lowerre, J. Lewis, J. Rubino, T Loftus, K. Sterling, B. Lauri, D. Lux, R. Seccurra, K. Perez, E Sezna, P. Pettinelli, American Field Bates, A. Dotzler. Row 4: R. Bucknell, J. Costello, S. Albertsen, P. Cable, P. Catchpole, S. Albert, S$. Huntley, M. Krulinski, M Jovanovitch, M. Kanoff K. Grikstas, A. Grikstas, M Campanella, D. Davidson, B. Fraser. Row 5: S. Hatch, R. Clark, J. Evans, ¢ Herrman, B. Fusco, E. Charny, G. Dorfman, D. Gawarecki, R Holland, S. Kolasz, A. Guaspari, J. Draper, B. Eitches, J. Frohlich, H. Brown Morris, L. Salamonowicz, Row 4; J. Hubiak, M. DiBari, ¢ Weed, M. Schoff, K. Ross, D. Willey, P. Waller, C. Maloney, D. Nellis, S. Simon, M. Swerediuk, A. Taube, P. Parish, N. Sexton. Row 5: M. Agone, C. Stockwell, T. Lenio, A. Tyler, J. Martin, K. O'Connell, J. Stahl, G. Tanner, D. Richardson, D. Markham, J. Mastrangelo, D. Van Gesen, S. Sislo, C. Flack, M. Uvanni, D Versace Service American Field Service This year RFA has been most fortunate to have two A.F.S. exchange students—Kebira Abdelmalki from Morrocco and ee Angood from England. Both Kebira and Jill and friendship from their native countries. Their smiles have brightened the halls, and we will al ways remember them for their cherry hellos. A.F.S. Club members have been active this year selling Christmas candles and surpassing all pre vious records in the A.F.S. fund drive. This year’s officers include Kathy Benson, presi- dent; Kevin Bacher, vice-president; Natalie Austin, secretary; and Kristin Waters, treasurer. In addition to receiving exchange students, the club is represented by its own good-will ambassa- dors. Each year one or two candidates are selected in the hopes that they will have the opportunity to be an A.F.S’er abroad. Our A.F.S. represen- tative was Frank DiBerardino, who spent the past summer in Heredia, Costa Rica. We have gained a broader outlook on Costa Rica due to Frank’s trip and his memorable experiences as a member of a Costa Rican family. Frank’s rewards from his summer in Costa Rica are evidence of the Ameri- can Field Service motto: “Walk together, talk to- gether, O ye peoples of the earth. Then, and only then, shall ye have peace.” Frank and his family at Las Playas de Coco. ave brought us knowledge A fond farewell to Frank Frank plays King in Costa Rica. Future Teachers Row I: M. DiBari, L. Pugh, F. DiMarco, G. Rahrig, B. Lowerre, H. Friedman, K. Carletta, C. Clifford, G. Herron, N. Komanecky S. Stromei, J. Rutz. Row 2: M. Bravo, A. Bonavita, N. Barber, D. Wood, P. Tardugno, P. Rees, C. Weed, R. Seccurra, L. Rossi S. Telesco, §. Gerace, L. Gymburch, C. Andrews, ]. Henderson, L. Abbott. Rew 3: B. Gregory, S. Kinison, M. Barbato, L. Bur P. Agone, C. Sezna, C. Pliniski, S. Simon, D. Miller, M Kanoff, ]. Milles, S. Vicek, S. Fike, N. Beckwith, M. Filer, E Brady, P. Doherty, L. Nardozza. Row 4: A, Halupka, L. Kan wischer, L. Spada, G. Martini, J. Costello, J. House, D. Skrhak, Smith, A. Schuler, S. Albertsen, J. Evans, P. Waller, P. Rybicky, B. Drexler, M. Spohn, R. Leffert, P. Morris. Row 5: S Vaccaro. S. Meier, P. Cianchetti, J. Toepp, B Altier, C. Nigro, D. Nellis E. Goldberg, C. Smith, M. Smith, P. McCue, A. Gotti, P. Gratch L. Jones, D ‘Till, K. McDonald, D. Larkin Helping students gain a greater un- derstanding of the teaching profession is the main goal of the Future Teach- ers of America Club. Led by Presi- dent Chris Clifford, Vice President Helen Friedman, Kathy Carletta, Lowerre, and Mr. Dean Woodard, faculty ad- visor, the Future Teachers Club has Secretary Treasurer Beth sponsored various activities including a candy sale and a faculty—student basketball game followed by a dance. In November, club members traveled to the State Teachers College at Al- bany. They also planned a visit to the New York State School for the Deaf. Row 1: Nora Lawrence, Marian Dantzler, Linda Aldaco, Lor Linda Coonrod, Debbie Watson, Phyllis Rico. Row 3: Candy raine Raymond, Mrs. Marian Graves, Diane Guerrero, Beverly Smith, Linda Robinson, Sandy Jones, Gina Jones, Grace Tanner, Hulbert, Laurie Nelson, JoAnn Joslyn. Row 2: Diane Overrocker, Virginia Carlin, Diane Muscarella, Sandra Jones, Kathy Wheeler, Lynn Davis, Deborah Ott, Audrey Smith, Catherine Bilodeau, Judy Lewis Future Homemakers Preparing girls for better family life, serving the community, and providing wholesome recreation have been the goals of the Future Homemakers Club since its beginning forty years ago. The club sponsored by Mrs. Marion Graves, consists of forty members w ith the following officers. Debo- rah Watson, president; Sandy Jones, vice president; Linda Davis, secretary; Pat Koval, treasurer. Presenting gifts to shut-ins in nearby nursing homes at Christmas, Valentine’s Day, and Easter is one of the club’s important projects. A trip to the Munson-Wil- liams-Proctor Institute was planned as one new feature of the club this year. 169 % Row 1: Karen Campanella, Lyne Chamberlain, Charles Knob Roger Ferlo. Row 3: Nancy Spence, Cynthia Stockwell lauch, Mike Scheppach, Ellyn Seifert. Row 2: Kevin O'Connell, Stahl, Margie Young Mark Yager, Fred Sternlicht, William Ciccotti, Charles Herrman, , John This year, under the guidance of Mr. Rudolf Schnackenberg, the RFA German Club enjoyed its first year of existence. In Oc- tober, the club had its “Oktoberfest” which is representative of the famous Munich holiday tradition. During the Yuletide season, the Ger- man Club members went caroling at our local Officers’ Scroll hospitals. A bake sale, in conjunction with the RFA « Spanish Club, was among the extra activities President— Johanna Knoblauch that the German Club undertook during its first year. p-— The officers of the German Club are Johan- Vee Karen Companella na Knoblauch—president, Karen Campanella— Y ° Y vice. president, and Mike Sheppack—secretary- Sec. Treas—Mike Sheppack treasurer. THE LAST OF THE GREAT HEROES a 6 «Cf Row I: N. Komanecky, P deca I Morris, K. Jones, J. Morreale, DelBalso, T. Ryan, E Ianotti, E. Brady, R. Little, J Rubino, L. Rossi, Miss Verg: “ne Row 2: J. Grisham, M. Parish, M. Swerediuk, N. Austin A. ( suglielmo, K. Perez, C. Pliniski, D Miller, J. Totaro, D. DelNero, L. Migliori, B. Lauri, G ALL ig A “sh Club ie BN You.’ Martini, K. Benson. Row 3: M. Campanella, M. Schoff, D. Van Gesen, R. eh Quance, C. Nadal, L. Baldwin, P. McCue, B. Peel, K. Jones, M Kanoff, T. Miceli, R. Leffert, P. Waller, J. Sparace. Kow 4: P Parish, K. Markeloff, A. Grikstas, S$. Strange, K. Grikstas, F. Di Berardino, M. Gifford, J. Mastrangelo, J. Burke, C. Nigro, M Uvanni, A. Dotzler, B. Wilson, C. Summa “Officers Scroll” President—Janet Grisham Veep—Pat Parish Sec.-Treas.—Roberta Quance The purpose of Spanish Club is to broaden student outlook on the Spanish culture. The meetings, under the supervi- sion of Mrs. Ann Coughlin, are conducted in Spanish. At the annual Christmas party, a skit is put on and Spanish carols are sung. Throughout the year, skits and mov- ies are shown. This year’s officers are President, Janet Grisham; Roberta Quance; and Vice President, Pat Parish. Secretary-treasurer, Row I: Eugene Bilodeau, Kenneth Jensen, Michel D’Antonio, Paul Andrews, Russ Smith. Row 2; Richard LaTart, David LaTart, Dennis Dungan, John Jones Stage And Projection Technicians The Stage Technician and Projection Club is a valu- able but often unrecognized service club of the school. Under the direction of Mr. Buchweitz, the club has the responsibility of operating the lighting, sound, and oth- er equipment at assemblies. Their capable skills are proved by two of their major undertakings, the senior play and the talent show. The club also serves through audio-visual assistance. Distribution of rented and purchased films, production of transparencies, and instruction in the operation of the equipment are all tasks performed. These students have all learned to operate the twenty-five different machines used, as well as to repair any damaged ones. These tasks, along with the handling and repairing of some seven hundred and fifty films per year, make this one of the busiest clubs in R.F.A. Latin Club To encourage students to appreciate the culture, ferent phases of Roman life and takes occasional language, and literature of ancient Greece and field trips. Rome is the goal of Latin Club. Latin Club is also a chapter of the Junior Classical League, the world’s largest classical organization. Under the guidance of The club’s officers are Roger Ferlo, president; Steve Sislo, vice president; Johanna Knoblauch, sec retary-treasurer; and Helen Downing, corresponding Miss Shirley Davis, the club learns much about dif- secretary. Row I: H. Downing, R. Ferlo, J. Henderson, C. Clifford, G. Clif- Row 3: T. Lenio, D. Wright, J. Fontana, J. Hurlbut, J. Vella, T ford, Y. Van Vechten, J. Yost. Row 2: M. Grisham, R. Andrews, Lloyd, S. Strange, S. Sislo L. Emison, E. Seifert, J. Santulli, J. Milles, B. Jones, J. Bates. French Club French Club The goal of French Club is to achieve greater understanding of the French culture, people, and language. Enthusiastic members meet twice monthly under Mrs. Luchini’s supervision. This year’s officers are Paul Berry, president; Mona Jiminez, vice president; Andrea Tyler, secretary; and Ann Goggin, treasurer. At the end of the year the Club holds a banquet with French cuisine. hve’ ad Row 1: B. Drexler, P. Flack, A. Hugi, A. Pomilio, F. DiMarco, S. Stromei, M. Goldstick, M. Infusino, A. Goggin, N. Mammosser, D. Wood, J. Rutz, M. Hall, M. Reynolds. Row 2: J. Lewis, A. Furiel, P. Catchpole, C. Sezna, M. Hemphill, M. Reynolds, E. Pritchard, K. Waters, P. Gulla, C. Peluso, A. Schultz, P. Ry- bicky, L. Daniello, M. Kanoff. Row 3: J. Grisham, R. Bucknell, L. Kanwischer, K. Sterling, M. Bravo, D. Ellison, M. Kubik, S. Howell, J. Costello, M. Jovanovitch, K. Ross, K. June, R. Mac- Leod, R. Cecilia, M. Jimenez. Row 4: E. Charny, S. Meier, M. Knulinski, §. Albert, B. Fusco, L. Tietze, K. Bacher, R. Holland, D. Gawarecki, A. Tyler, P. Berry, G. Dorfman, S. Forse, J. Sarvas. Row 1: F. Sternlicht, C. Macknair, C. Knoblauch, S. Forse, A Furiel, Mrs. Wolzmuth, P. ( atchpole, K. Sutter, S. Bara, K. Nel son, G. McKinney. Row 2: N. Lawrence, A. Goggin, B. Bole, Gallien, D. Casler, D. DeSimone, P. Barber, M. Fahy J. Czyko K. Griffin, C. LaMonica. Row 3: P. Ferguson, R. Andrews, ( Hall, D. Childress, M. Clemens, J. Comstock, B. Ed- K. Wheeler, B. Gregory, S. Telesco Gennaro, Baptiste, ¢ ick, L. Kotary, D. Hasting Row 4: A. Hugi, A. Barone, P R. Clark, S. Kolhepp, K. Kulecz, ( son, K. Engelbert Bousquet, J. Lucci, | Butler, P. Keeley, B. John- Future Doctors And Nurses The Future Doctors and Nurses Clubs are organizations designed to help those students who intend to pursue a career in medicine. The Future Nurses work at the Rome Mur- phy Memorial Hospital and the Griffis Air Force Base Hospital. Their duties include carrying diet trays, cleaning units, answering Row I: A. Sanzone, R. Sbaraglia, C. Kaido, K. Eldridge, Lucco, S. Kolasz, M. Squires, J. Rossi, D. Nash, J. Morreale. Row 2: L. Salter, D. Mizer, P. Wolff, ¢ P. Stewart, K. Jones, M. Miller, J. Sweezey, P. Newkirk, D Northway, S. Ransom, D. Walter. Row 3: T. Lenio, O. MacDon ald, A. Slivka, K. Marcelletta, S. Murray, E. Recchio, P. Recken- D. De- Bartlett, M. Feeney, P. Rico, the lights on patients’ doors, entertaining the children, and putting materials in the laundry room, The Future Doctors attend lectures given by doctors at their monthly meetings and usu- ally go on an annual field trip. tine, B. Wilson, C. Valvo, L. Rapke, C. Maloney, B. Younglove, K. Perez, S. Spadafora, C. Meyers, B. Bara. Row 4: J. Santulli, G. Dorfman, M. Murray, N. Neidl, K. Thompson, K. Mudge, D. Rich- ardson, R. Holland, G. Minkiewicz, P. Berry, E. Rolfes, C. Lef- fert, C. Smith, D. Meyers, B. Pettinelli, C. Peluso, L. Nelson. 1H 0a 5 fen te Fuss Row 1: M. Dantzler, M. Grasso, K. Carletta, C. Desimone, K. El- linski, K. Benson, D. Ellison, M. Cohen, K. Guyer, M. Kubik, K dridge, L. Demare, P. Esposito, E. Flinn, E. Lombino, J. Klara Bilodeau, M. Bunal, D. Holen, P. Catchpole, Row 4: S. Balzano P. Gulla. Row 2: L. Emison, L. Kanwischer, M. Kanoff, P. Doh L. Kennedy, K. Fedun, P. Koval, D. Libent, S. Gomolski, C. Fus erty, D. Childress, S. Di Bari, B. Lauri, T. Loftus, M. Jiminez, ] co, S. Gohringer, D. Larkin, P. Barney, J. Darrow, B. Altier, I Lewis, K. Campanella, P. Gratch, L. Abbott, C. Clifford. Row 3: Baldwin, J. Bryan, M. Davidson, D. DeLuco B. Edick, B. Gregory, P. Jude, D. DelNero, D. Giardino, M. Kru Gymleaders Under the capable leadership of Miss Ruth Demers, the Senior Gymleaders Club continues to be one of the largest athletic clubs at RFA. With this year’s officers, Karen Durr, president; Barbara Quattro, vice president; Ann Haerle, secretary; and Debbie Jones, treasurer; the gymleaders continue their activities of helping the gym teachers and of building their own leadership potential. Some of the tasks done by the gymleaders are taking roll, leading exercises, checking towels, and keeping the locker room clean. Sophomores and juniors have their own clubs led by Mrs. Kay White and Miss Su- san Luizzi, respectively. Row 1: G. Vaccaro, S. Ransom, M. Mathis, A. Haerle, K. Durr Surace, S. O'Connell, M. Maziarz, C. Maloney, M. Schoff, S. D. Jones; B. Quattro, J. Rubino, J. Rutz, M. Mataviesko. Row 2: Vicek, K. Sterling, C. Stannard, K. Wheeler, L. White, L C. Surace, G. Page, D. Stitt, S. Vaccaro, K. Ross, P. Pettinelli, ] Nardozza, D. Mizer. Row 5: L. Tietze, S$. Meier, B. Southern, M Scott, S. Pratt, P. Morris, J. Toepp, A. Pomilio, Row 3: T. Walsh, Scalise, S. Rawlins, J. Martin, D. Stannard, A. Tyler, C. Rayland, A. Marullo, D. Schiller, G. Martini, S. Telesco, $. Zakala, $. Mys- R. Rouillier, S$. McGuire, G. Tanner, W. Wortman, S. Sbarglia, linski, C. Pomilio, J. Milles, K. McDonald, J. Smith. Row 4: L. B. Volk. a 5 MET 454555 sy Pia Block “R” Club Row 1: J. Hubiak, R. Bucknell, D. Davidson, D. Jones, A. La- Plant, D. Miller, C. Clifford, M. Hall, M. Yost, D. Giardino. B Volk. Row 2: W. Jones, M. Eades, A. Furiel, N. Spence, M. Kell- er, S. Russell, G. Wright, G. Cawl, C. Kaser. J. Bean, E. Panasci, B. MacLeod, N. Pickett, K. Jones, G. Jones. Row 3: M. Davidson, J. Crouch, J. Brodock, L. Baldwin, J. Milles, J. Evans, S. Me Guire, C. Stannard, P. Barney, S. Myslinski, C. Pomilio, A. Maria- no, S. Olnas, R. Green, P. Jenkins, D. Williams. Row 4: D. Mar This highly selective service club is composed of outstanding varsity athletes who have been chosen for this honor by their coaches. Headed by advisors Wil- liam Coughlin and Miss Ruth Demers, and by President Tom Rakowski, Vice-president Geoff Wright, Secretary Karen Durr, and Treasurer Gordie Thomas, Block “R” programs, stand at basketball games, and members sell football run a .concession help promote athletics and school spirit. kham, S. Meier, G. Thomas, C. Flack, K. Durr, R. Sapieszko, P. Cataldo, M. Shearer, M. Gifford, G. Frost, T. Rakowski. B. Simp- son, R. Tybinko, D. Harris, H. McCrary, L. Weissman, J. Akins. Row 5: B. Altier, L. Tietze, A. Peel, B. Zmudosky, J]. Pemberton, J. Burns, H. Adolfi, T. Taverna, G. Frost, J Stahl, T. Stubbs, G. DeFazio, D. Szewezyk, M. Evans, J. Evans, J. Sezna, B. Bocu- lac, S. Sislo, F. Hanba. Prudy Rees Sharon O'Connell Donna Summa Head Majorette Debbie DelNero Majorettes Strut Again Majorettes This year’s R.F.A. majorettes were considered the most out- standing ever seen by s pectators of the undefeated football team. The new attire of the squads brightened the field with a dazzl- ing array of colors. The hooded capes were added to complete the loyal-colored uniforms. The Junior Varsity squads remained in their traditional black uniforms with the orange frogs and braid, while the Varsity squad marched in their brilliant orange with white frogs and braid. The head majorette, Miss Debbie Del Nero, dressed in white, led the spectac- ular marching band directed by Mr. John A. Wise. The audience was captivated by the Varsity’s demonstration of torch-light ba- tons, and the Junior Varsity re- ceived a fine applause for their precision shaker routines. Opal MacDonald Joyce Martin Sue Vaccaro Donna Pugliese Jane Lucci ss a Row 1: D. Hall, M. Hemphill. Row 2: S. Telesco, P. Gulla, J. Rossi, C. Daniello, P. Tagliera. Row 3: P. Anno, N. Montalbano, B. Holmes, $. McGuire, D. Uriart, B. Colasanti, P. Gratch, B. Boval Archery Club One of the newest clubs formed this year at thy Wheeler, Secretary, Paula Telesco and Trea- R.F.A. is Archery Club. Sponsored by Mrs. Kay surer, Pat Crill, the club is open to all girls interest- White, the club meets every third week of the ed in archery. month. Headed by President, Jan Toepp, Veep, Ka- Row I: P. Crill, E. Circle, P. Telesco, J. Hubbard, J. Fahy, C. Seana. Row 2: A. Barone, D. Meyers, ¢ Meyers, K. Heck, C. Hall, S. Nasci, K. Wheeler. Row 3: A. Dotzler, L. Baldwin, S. Lira, B. Altier, J. Brien. | Row I: D. Thaler, D. Thaler, A. Haerle, A. Furiel, Miss Luizzi, T Ryan, K. Benson, F. DiMarco, G. Rahrig, D. Meyer. Row 2: J. Rubi no, L. Raymond, E. Morris, P. Stewart, T. Miceli, L. Pugh, D Maxwell, K. Thompson, P. Telesco, C. Surace. Row 3: M. Matav iesko, D. Reames, J. Tietze, B. Peel, K. Wheeler, J. Toepp, P. Ry bicky, K. Sterling, K. Nelson, D. Meyers. Row 4: P. Skiljan, S. Teles co, N. Sexton, S. Myslinski, G. Wakulik, D. Wiley, C. Pliniski, B Rowe, L. Wojcik, J. Milles, B. Quattro. Row 5: A. Schuler, B. Volk L. Tietze, P. McCue, K. Ross, D. Markham, A. Tyler, C. Rayland C. Weed, E. Smith, S. Vicek Aquatics Club “Brrr! It’s cold!” “My hair is soaked!” “Oh, these suits!” These are just a few of the com- ments that frequently pass the lips of the 150 fe males of this clab. Monday and Wednesday after school the mermaids of RFA plunge into the pool to prac- tice their skills in competitive swimming, syn- Row 1: D. Jones, O. Aiello, S. Engelbreclit, N. Hemphill, J. Lewis, C. Fadel, R. Freeland, S. Davis, C. Bartlett, R. Little. Row 2: D. Da- vidson, K. Leidig, S$. Dayhoff, P. Flack, K. Alonge, C. Carmody, M Infusino, J. Chellberg, P. Jude, C. Fraser, S Homan, E. Circle. Row 3: K. Heck, S. Howell, R. Carley, L. Aldaco, M. Feeney, D. Lux, P. Gulla, T. Loftus, C. Butler, K. Jones, P. Cannarozzi. Row 4: D. Lib cronized demonstrations, or just for the fun of it. During the day, they help as pool assistants in the girls’ swimming classes. Mrs. Kay White and Miss Susan Luizzi advise the club headed by Ann Furiel. Ann Hearle is vice president, Terri Ryan is treasurer, and Ka- thy Benson is secretary. ent, L. Burgess, M. Butler, D. Jenkins, A. Barone, B. Jones, D. Ber- tell, N. Jeror, C. Crossman, M. Jovavovitch, M. Campanella, L Chamberlain. Row 5: M. Cohen, K. Guyer, D. DeLuco, D. Ellison, S. Albert, S. Ball, K. Grikstas, S. Lira, P. Davidson, ] Brodock, K. Durr, M. Davidson Row 1: C. Heisler, B. Flaver, M. Infusino, E. Hoag, M. Hall, D. Jen kins. M. Goldstick, N. Komanecky, M. Grasso, K. Griffin. Row 2:5 Gerace, D. Calandra, K. Facciolo, C. Cromwell, R. Carley, C. Car mody, J]. Hubiak, N. Jeror, P. Bousquet. Row 3: L. Kotary, M Kel ler. L. Kanwischer, N. DiMarco, R. Bucknell, P. Gulla, C. Consiglio. C. Iannotti, M. Butler, A. Boyd, K. Jones. Row 4; C. Bartlett, A Bonavita, A. Barone, K. Durr, A. Furiel, K. Guyer, D. Burkhart, ] Dandino, L.. Brockway, C. Baker, D. Bartell. Row 5: P. Cianchetti, P. Agone, M. Bravo, C. Dykens, E. Krupowicz, S. Myslinski, B Johnson, S. McGuire, D. Freeman, K. Kulecz, C. Jones, J. Froelich, M. Healy Officiating Club An invaluable aid to the girls’ sports program, the ¢ )ficiating Club of RFA is open to all interested girls. Through lecture sessions and by actual floor work, Miss Ruth Demers attempts to instruct referees, umpires, timers, and scorers in the correct procedures of officiating basketball and volleyball games. The more adroit club members may take the basketball officiating rating test which is given to RFA each year in hopes of gaining the rank of a national associate official. Row I: R. Smith, R. Sbaraglio, M. Strange, D. Summa, D. Nash, J Morreale, R. Smith, D. Reid. Row 2: R. Little, K. Leidig, R. Leffert, . LaPlante, D. Pugliese, D. Miller, L. Martin, |. Rutz, T. Ryan Row 3: S. Nasci, C. Pliniski, C. Pliniski, L. Pugh, R. Seccurra, C. Lef- ‘ . . co’ ? = = sie e % . 3 fert. P. Newkirk, P. Waller, Row 4: S. Rawlins, E. Rolfes, C. Smith ]. Lewis, L. Robinson, S. Telesco, A. Mason, P. Rybicky, D. Mer chant, M. Lado. Row 5: D. Skrhak, S. Meier, L. Tietzé, B. Volk, D Markham, S. Lira, M. Scalise, D. Meyers, W. Parker, L. Porcari Row 1: John Wood, Bob Gallagher, Fred Illingworth, George To mimeo your tests, In quantities abound, Is the function for which, This little group was found. Needing arms strengthened hard, And Mr. Foster’s careful eye, They make certain that the copies Are straight, sharp and wide. Burgess, Renee Decker Ditto Room One is more conscious of his actions when judged by his equals. This is the motive behind the Monitor’s Club. It is the duty of that demure looking student who does his studying in the corridors during classes to keep the halls of Rome Free Academy peaceful. The monitors see that the rules are obeyed and give out information when necessary. Under the leadership of Richard LaTart, president; Ralph Pezulo, vice president; and Sam Spado, secretary; the Monitor’s Club helps keep RFA in order. 4 oP Ef 1s - rei] 7 Ht) et L ) ef teih gy! Tike Row I: K. Eldridge, L. Brement, L. Spargo, P. Pettinelli, T. Walsh, S. Simon, B. Thomas, D. Stitt, Row 2: V. Revette, J. Froelich, M. Levadote, B. Gregory, M. Mataviesko, S. Vaccaro, S. Kinison, Row Monitor's 3: G. Kromes, T. Aquino, D. Finn, S. Spado, R. Pezzula, J. La Vine, Row 4: V. De Masi, R. Wiggins, K. Rankin, E. Healy, R. La Tart, F. Dooley, Row 5: J. Dombrowski, F. Smith, K. Hovey, R. Hoffman. UNDERCLASS Anthony Grasso President Kirk Hinman Secretary The start of the fall term found a group of mel- lowed sophomores, now as juniors, ready to face the activities of our important junior year. Most were glad to be on the commanding end of the elevator ticket selling and Alma-Mater singing, instead of the receiving end. Under the losis of Anthony, Reena, Bob, and Kirk, they were able to succeed in the Thanksgiving Drive, Snow Sculpture, and other numerous projects. The highlight of the junior year was the Junior Prom, “Diamonds in the Sky,” on January 26. This was a very memorable event Reena Bucknell Vice-President Bob Lazovik Treasurer thanks to the guidance and efforts of Mrs. Hubbell and the creative ability of the prom Committee. The P.S.A.T. along with the Merit Scholarship and College Board exams turned the thoughts of the juniors toward college and made them realize their future responsibilities. The Class of 69 greeted the month of May with immense enthusiasm, for the long awaited class rings. The excitement of these rings seemed to re- veal an exciting senior year ahead, whose successes would be great and numerous. PPA gett aay | onpl wre ge � Sat Pps Te tot Sele bra? p = a | - on ig Row 1: Maria Aiello, Linda Aldaco, Carol Andrews, Pat Anno, Anania, Don Allen, Roger Anderson, Gregory Alvord. Row 3: Ed Mary Sue Agone, Christine Andrewski, Row 2: Tom Amici, Paul Anson, Joe Albanoski, Gene Aquino + yee — ROW 1: Naomi Barton, Nancy Barber, Mary Jo Bannon, Carol Bap- Augustine. Row 3: Dale Balch, Doug Balch, Tony Baldomir, Pete tiste, Paula Basile, Mary Aube, Dawn Beach. ROW 2: Herbie Bam Bartell bury, Tom Bates, Ron Barber, Ken Bartlett, Boomer Bartell, Dan ROW I: Ellen Bidwell, Elizabeth Brady, Bonnie Bole, Susan Bean, Charles Bills, Lowell Bryan. ROW 3: Pete Bidwell, Rau! Ben Brandal, Anne Boyd. ROW 2: Ken Brooks, Connie Brocklesby, Ken nett, Donnie Brown 142F ROW 1: Jaquie Caske, Rae Ann Carley, Donna Casler, Mysshe But- Donald Cadrette, John Carro, Timothy Cannarozzi, Alan Bryant, ler, Elaine Caffrey. ROW 2: William Burke, Nick Cascarella, Cyn Lawerence Carter dy Butler, Helen Calandra, Romeo Cecilia, Guy Calandra. ROW 3: Row I: Jessica Coleman, Dorothy Cianfranco, Karen Cooper, Mar gelo Cianfrocco, Wayne Colle. Row 3: Joel Cooper, John Cesari, Ed lene Collins, Carol Costello, Marcie Goldstick, Elaine Circle, Lyne Charney, David Chapin, Jerry Cougliano, John Cole, Howard Chamberlain, Judy Costello. Row 2: Len Charney, Ronald Clappe Coleman, Dennis Como Bill Conover, Tom Clifford, Patty Crill, Anne Comis, Kip Cox, An Row I: Nancy DiMarco, Debbie Davidson, JoAnn D’Arrigo, mond D’Aiuto, Mike Davis. Row 3: Doug Davidson, Gary Dorf- Brenda Cummings, Carol Daniello, Janice Crouch. Row 2: Mark man, Jim Deming, Larry Davison, Gary Defazio, J. B. Dale Davidson, Mary DiBari, Errol Davidson, Lillian Daniello, Ray Dennis Dungan. Row 3: Larry Ehlinger, Ben Edick, Curt Ebling, 9. Row 1: Jan Evans, Martha Ellinger, Kristie Engelbert, Grace Robert Erwin, Gary Duell Facciolo, Carol Eggleston, Patty Dowd, Nancy Edwards. Row Carl Evans, Don Edy, Eloy Emeterio, Dick Dorn, Tom Edwards. ‘= i, i Row I: Sharon Fellows, Helen Friedman, Phyllis Farraggio Bruce Fraser, Carmen Ferlo. Row 3: John Fiaschetti, Frank Linda Fisher, Mary Lou Filer, Bernadette Ford, Pam Ferdinand Franco. Row 2: Sue Forse, Gwen Fragapane, Joe Fontana, Mike Formikell Row 1: Ronald Hoyte, Rick Holberger, Janis Hubiack, Gail How ty Johnson, Joe Howard, George Hickey. Row 3: Head Hinman, ard, Diane Jenkins, Alice Hugi, Steve Isner, Rodger Hill. Row 2: Richard Holland, Larry Johnson, John Hurlbut, Richard Hussey, Orlando Illi, Deborah Hill, Kenneth Jensen, Charles Hurman, Bet David Hosley Row 1: Connie Marcellus, Linda Martin, Karen Marceletta, Donna Patty McCue, Judy Martin, Joe Marullo, Dan McDonald. Row 3: Manuele, Arlene Martin, Nancy Mammosser, Rosemary Magnanti, Richard Maskell, Charles Martin, Alan Melioris, William Mays, Row 2: Raymond Martinez, John Marciosofsky, Patty McLaughlin Frank Mastracco, Robert Mareceau, Robert McHorney Row 1: Chris Leonbruno, Judith Lewis, Marian Madonia, Nora Donald, Gary Long, Frederick Macri. Row 3: David LaTart, Sheila Lawrence, Amy LaPlante, Cecelia LaMonica, Antonette Lupino Luczynski, Rick Loparco, Jane Lucci, Ron Kozlowski. Row 4; Phil Row 2: Allen Lazzara, Ronald Lambert, Roberta Leffert, Opal Mac Magnanti, Jerry Koons, Ken Leymeister, Peter Ludden Row 1: Shirley Kirk, Suzanne Kaczorowski, Michele Keller, Kristie June, Nancy Komanecky, Ruthann Jones. Row 2: Wilson Jones, Rudy Kanclerz, Richard Kattner, Bob Kent, Paul Kemp. Row 1: Bonnie Parry, Susan Murray, Barbara Pacenza, Joanne son, Robert Myers, Tom Parker, Henry Paprocki. Row 3: Jay Murer, Judie Ogden, Kathy Palmer, Kathy O'Mara, Belinda Q Patchen, Christine Nigro, Nancy Neidl, Debra Nellis, Nacy Ann Ott. Row 2: Mary Murray, Rocky Oppito, Lorraine Peck, Greg Nel Nolan, Mike Pouilo Row 1: Rosezetta Morris, Dawn Meyer, Hope Moyer, Chrisine Meyers, Marilyn Miller, Row 2: David Moore, Bob Miller, Joe Militello, Jim Michalina, Joe Mooney, Bob Mondrick Row 1: Kathleen Perez, Bonnie Pettinelli, Ginny Rahrig, Lorraine Pugh, Judy Pelto. Row 3: Dan Petrie, Thomas Premo, Danny Per Raymond, Mona Pelon, Charlotte Pepple, Karen Potter. Row 2: kins, Ronald Perkosky, Dan Rayland, John Poplawski Carol Pliniski, Cindi Pliniski, Carolyn Peluso, Linda Petrie, Leslie Row I: Janet Richardson, Mary Beth Reynolds, Phyllis Rice, Jo nolds, Kathleen Ross, Debby Richardson. Row 3: Eric Ringdahl, Anne Ringlehan, Kathleen Rostkiewicz, Prudy Rees, Elvera Ritch Ray Robinson, Chris Rickard ie. Row 2; Linda Robinson, Al Rizzuto, Ray Rohwer, Donald Rey f Row I: Bettina Gifune, Barbara Garofalo, Connie Gibilaro, Dianne Barbara D. Fusco, Ray Garlington. Row 3: Carl Giardino, Anthony Gibilaro, Ann Goggin, Jamie Greenberg, Patricia Gentile, Mary Grasso. Wavne Goodman. Stan Graziul. David Golden, Vincent Gossner, Canton Graham. Row 2: Bill Garry, Richard Green, Ellen Garofalo, Daniel Gawarecki Goldberg, Dorly Goodman, Richard Gladwin, Dennis Goodwin ' ee ee Row I: Julie Harrow, Gail Halliday, Sharon Heath, Andrea Gugliel- _ lores Griffin, Carlo Hall, Gary Guisinger. Row 3: John Haley, Larry mo, Mary Hemphill, Marli Hall, Diane Guerrero. Row 2: Davy Harshman, David Henry, Ron Gualtieri, Paul Haerle Hammond, Marilyn Grisham, Anne Halupka, Linda Greene, De 1 Row 1: Yvonne Van Vetchton, Suzie Vinneau, Barbara Vinci, Patty Row 3: Rick Toepp, Bill Tuthill, Robert Tuthill, Steven Tarasovich Tardugno, Karen Thompson Row 2: Judy Toepp, Thomas Tagliaf Mike Tyksinsk, Tim Thomas erri, Kenneth Trautner, Jack Trophia, Joseph Tardugno, Sally Vail Row I: Pat Saboleska, Sue Ann Smith, Patty Stewart, Susan Stro nor Stradler, Gregory Stockholm, Linda Smith, John Sparace. Row mei, Jo Ann Summa, Mary Sue Spohn, Yvonne Soboleski, James 3: Linda Szewezyk, Laura Surft, Elaine Smith, Tracy Stubbs, John Summa. Row 2: Debbie Smith, Roberta Spado, Karen Sutter, Elea Spriggs, Nancy Spence, Kristine Summa Row I: Mary Seliga, Kathleen Scanlon, Margaret Sedgwick, Debbie Thomas Sunford, Joe Schillaci, Stephen Russell, Ginny Salce Schuler, Anne Sanzone, Marie Salvaggio, Karen Saunders, Becky Row 3: Tony Scalise, Mike Scheppach, David Roux, Howard Rowe. Row 2; Linda Salter, Francis Schiro, Warren Sasenberry Scheible, Ronald Scerra, John Ruscito, Gary Quattro Row 1: Marilyn Skorobogaty, Paula Serino, Margareta Shickert, Row 2: Bill Slivka, Jim Sezna, Bruce Simpson, Jim Sgroi, Keith Rosemary Shannon, Carolyn Smith, Chris Sezna, Christine Siegel Shaw, Jim Skarnulis Row 1: Debbie Wilson, Carol Woodruff, Rose Wimerk, Dee Ann Zmudosky, Clifford Younglove. Row 3: Dwight Williams, William Wood, Pat Whaley, Pat Williams, Mary Ann Yost. Row 2: Wayne Welker, Jon Ward, Regina Wright, Don Yager, Darris Williams Yaddow, Mark Yager, Linda Wojcik, Mary Whitney, Barbara Row 1: Patti Waller, Claudette Weed, Linda Walter, Debbie Watson, Joyce Warcup. Row 2: Les Lilly, Thomas Walsh, Joseph Volpe, Ken Volk, Ray Walters, Richard Wareham Robert Dremluk Crystal Heisler President Vice-President Bonnie Dean Mark Fausner Secretary Treasurer Looking back at the year 1967-68, the officers of the class of “70”, Bob Dremluk, Crystal Heisler, Bonnie Dean and Mark Fausner, take pride in their class. At Christmas they decorated the alcove and cafeteria bulletin board. Later in the year they had a sophomore hop, which was very successful. The officers would like to thank the members of the class who helped to make this a great year and hope the following years are as successful. Row 1: Saneen Armstrong, Barbara Bara, Cheri Bartlett, Janine , Paul Andrews, Angela Barone, Lee Bartolotti, Karen Alonge, Chris Baker, Debbie Bartell, Pat Agone Bartlett, Ellen Barry, Gary Balch. Row 4: Andrew Augustine, Leo Row 2: Val Arend, Margaret Andrewski, Cindy Aikens, Olivia Aiel Angelicola, Michael Amato, Curtus Austin, Greg Alexander lo, Marie Barbato, Pat Barber, Ruth Row 3: Hugh Aikens, Tim Barc Andrews, Marilyn Alaimo AN Row 1: Eugene Bilodeau, Jeff Bean, Noreen Basham, Angela Bona- vita, Bernadette Bova, Janet Blais, Philip Betette, Ray Bednarz. Boardman, Pam Bousquet, Carol Blitzblau. Row 3: Paul Beck, Mike Boulanger, Jim Bauer, Mark Boerger, Nancy Berg, Bob Boek. Row 2: Carole Berndt, Candy Black, Jim Bobo, Janice Bathrick, Jim Row 4: Keith Bennett, Art Blymiller, Herb Blowers. Row 1: Mona Campanella, Victoria Brown, June Brown, Mary Ann George Burgess, Linda Brockway, Gary Capoccia, Jerry Burke Camastra, Debbie Calandra, Pam Cannarozzi, Mary Buck, Connie Row 3: Gary Burdick, Lynn Bowers, Mike Brown, Mike Buck, Den Burdick. Row 2: Richard Burke, Maria Bravo, Helen Brown nis Bruce, Mark Brement Row 1: Wendy Caswell, Valerie Catalano, Lena Centro, George mary Clark, Steve Casanova. Row 3: Gary Colangelo, Dave Castor, Clifford, Jo Ann Ciaralli, Paul Cavano. Row 2: Dave Cidzik, Phyllis Janice Cardillo, Robert Cianfrocco, Jim Carriero, Mike Cataldo Cianchetti, John Cianfrano, Dave Cobb, Robert Christian, Rose- Row 4: Jim Chmielewski Row 1: Cheryl Cromwell, Debbie Cortese, Patricia Covelesky, Jo Ann Dandino, Joanne Comstock, Linda Cowan. Row 2: Betty Co losanti, Andrew Comins, Carm Consiglio, Ted Crawford, William Cooper, Robert Cumming. Row 3: Michael D’Antonio, James Czerski, Susan Crossman, Patti Davidson, Dan Darling, Joseph Commisso = ¢ 3 3 = LH i s Row 1: Susan Davis, Lynne Davis, Sharon Dayhoff, Debra Durgan, Barbara Drexler, Denise DeSimone, Sharon Davis. Row 2: Terry DeBonza, Amy Dotzler, Renee Decker, Stephen De Minco, Betty Dunton, Catherine DiBella, Bonnie Dean. Row 3: Mike DeSimone, Robert Domurat, David Dukett, Philip Domenico, Gary DeBonza, John Denmat. Row 4: Mike Dempsey, Gary DelVecchio, Bob Dremluk, Robert DiCaprio, David Denmat Row 1: Mary Feeney, Pam Flack, Sherry Engelbrecht, Marion rier, Pat Francescone. Row 3: Debbie Epting, Barbara Flaver, Fahy, Karen Flaatrud, Karen Facciolo, Jane Fahy. Row 2: Vinny Carla Dykens, Debi Eldred, Chris Fadel. Row 4: David Ford, Esposito, Bob Evans, Bob Eitches, Lauren Farmer, Clarence Far Dave Ferlo, Steve Felices, Mark Fausner, Mike Fiaschetti Ay Row I: Debbie Giansanti, Darlene Giansanti, Sheila Gerace, Marie Gacina, Harold Golden, Peter Goetz, Pat Graham. Row 3: Mike Gallien, Michael Garlington, Sharon Franklin, Rachel Freeland, Francisco, Robert Giardino, Geoff Frost, Pete Gallicchio, William Cynthia Fraser. Row 2: Martha Gifford, Paul Hyatt, George French Row 1: Randy Harris, David Gorezyca, Darlene Hastings, Deb Michael Grieco, Bill Grande, Gary Hanba, John Harmon. Row 3: bie Hall, Frances Gotti, Kathy Griffin, Karen Graham, Lorraine Edward Goworek, Mary Ann Healy, Doug Guaspari, Anita Guiliano. Row 2: Philip Gruber, Charlene Hayner, Sue Hatch Grikstas, John Hall, Milton Haas Row 1: Howard Henderson, Eileen Hoag, Nola Hemphill, Joan ins, Crystal Heisler, Sandra Homan, Fred Illingworth, Alan Hill Hubbard, Mary Ann Iozzo, Camille lannotti, Beverly Hulbert Row 3: Mary Beth Infusino, Edward Herrin, Ted Herper, Judy Kevin Hill. Row 2: Roseanna Klotz, Ken Holberger, Pete Hutch House, Tom Guiliano, Chuck Heburn, Pat Howard Row I: Karen Johnson, Nancy Jeror, Monica Iswer, Karen Jones Jones, Barbara Jantzi, Don Jones. Row 3: Roy Johnson, Paula Charlene Jarrett, Betsy Jones, Kathy Jones. Row 2: Edward Kie Jenkins, Jim Jacobs, Edward Jones, Edward Jordan, Walter Kapin nowski, Candy Jones, Patricia Keeley, Paula Jarrett, Laurie os, Tim Ischia | sa � , Row 1: Mari Jo Lado, Lauren Larkin, Donna Kirkham, Kathy Kleist, Barbara Klemm, Susan Lolhepp, Deborah Kolb, Jeff Leidig, Grace LaGasse, Karen Kozlowski, Karen Kulecz. Row 2: Kuzma, Chris Leffert. Row 4: Tod Lascurettes, Peter Kunckel, George Kromes, Ken Leffert, Linda Kotary, Sarah Kinison, John Gail LaMont, Tom Knoblauch La Vine, Mart Lachut. Row 3: Eleanora Krupowicz, Richard 207 a é 4 - aN Ls _ — it } Anthony Lucci, Steve Libby. Row S| = 3 7] fi , te LoRusso, Anthony Mariano, Rosemary Marino, Beverly Lyke John MacDonald, Chris Macknair, Doug Ma Candi Hart, Judy 3: Edward Lovett lakie, Thomas Lloyd, Paul Lopuszynski, Sharon Lira Row 1; Christine MacFarland Carol Reid, Shawn Lodge, Rebecca Little Lewis. Row 2: Jennie Lewis, Tom Lowerre, Dave Lince, Julian Kinney, Terry McMaster, Leslie Mason, Chris Messineo. Row 3: John McMahon, Joe Mercurio, John Mastrangelo, Ray Meier, Bill McKinney, Larry Maxwell, Steve Merchant Row 1: Cathy Martel, Beverly Martin, Debbie Merchant, Debbie Allana Mason, Denise Maxwell. Row Martin, Janna McKinney Robert Mc 2: Pete Mathis, Dennis McMullen, Bruce Melnick, Row 1: Judi Morreale, Dorothy Mondrick. Laraine Migliori lion, Myron Miller, Rick Nasci, Carol Mowry, Mike Nero. Row Linda Montana, Sue Meyer, Elizabeth Morris, Darlene Meyers 3: William Myrick, Marcia Neiss, Douglas Moore, Karen Mudge Carol Morrill. Row 2: Pete Morris, Sharon Nasci, Deborah Mil Maurice Mills, Susan Melnick, James Motil a Row 1: Marisa Parish, Barbara Peel, Doreen Northway, Pattie burn, Winnie Parker, John Pacelli, Ralph O'Connell. Row 3: Ste Newkirk, Fran Pawlikowski, Donna Ortolano, Ramona Pawli phen Olnas, Charles Oliver, Dennis Parks, Cynthia Owens, Paul kowski. Row 2: Thomas Panych, Richard Peluso, Paula Pang- Panara, Gary Nicholas Row I: Bernice Pristera, Nancy Race, Romeo Pettinelli, Donna Pinkowski, Dave Pohl. Row 3: Eric Pugh, Dave Petrie, Vito Pugliese, Debbie Pugliese, Linda Rapke, Sally Rapke. Row 2: Piemonte, Gary Poland, Garry Puglio Lois Porcari, Terry Perani, Gary Putman, Bela Perkins, Debi Row 1: Howard Rutz, Jo Ann Ryon, Sandy Samson, Linda Sala bie Sbarglia, Jon Rouiller, Jerry Sarvas, Jack Rounds. Row 3: Jim monwicz, Brenda Rupley, Regina Sbaraglia, Zoe Rybicky, Terri Sans. Frank Rumfelt, Leonard Schallenberg, Frank Kuscito, Ryan. Row 2: Rick Scerra, Simon Sacco, Douglas Schlieder, Deb Richard Salerno, Roger Scales, Tom Scherzi, Wayne Schuler Row 1: Audrey Smith, Carole Smith, Rosanne Seccurra, Gail Si- Gloria Siegfried, Norine Sexton, Audrey Slivka. Row 3: Jon Skal trin, Sebastian Sciorilli, Ross Simons, Alice Selden. 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