Saint Alphonsus High School - Arrow Yearbook (Dearborn, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 112 of the 1961 volume:

FOREWORD Home to the students of St. Alphonsus means four things: Our family, our school, our Church, our community. The sound prin- ciples absorbed in the home serve as a solid foundation for the practical knowledge we assimilate at school. Our family teaches us to respect each other as creatures of God, we are motivated to loyalty, and a sense of responsibility is established within us. Development of these qualities in each one of us is the school's main objective. The Church gives us the spiritual determina- tion to apply these principles to our every endeavor. As we become citizens of the community, we will naturally fulfill the ideals of our training. In the division pages we present some of the familiar landmarks of Dearborn. These typify a spirit of leadership for our officers as they fulfill the responsibilities which are theirs in the guidance and direc- tion of our activities. As these well known sites stimulate and enervate our future, the words of our school VICTORY SONG inspire us to a realization and fulfillment of our ideals. The theme of the '61 Arrow, enlarging on the special message for each of the four classes, which is climaxed in the opening line, THERE'S A PLACE CALLED HOME, finds its place in the family, school, Church and community. CONTENTS Classes 12 Organizations 36 Athletics 50 Student Lite 64 Seniors 70 Senior Activities 87 Advertising ... 90 Index 101 2 There's There's a place called HOME Where the victors will roam When the battle is over and won Our hearts will be in victory VICTORY With our spirits high We will fight never die For there's never a fault or fear We're comrades all God hear our call FIGHTING COLORS OF BLUE AND GOLD a Place Called Home 5 These Are Our Spiritual Leaders HIS EXCELLENCY MOST REVEREND ALEXANDER M. ZALESKI, D.D. Auxiliary Bishop of Detroit Pastor of Saint Alphonsus Parish Reverend Leon Page Reverend Harold Wolf Reverend Francis Granger Reverend Joseph Jacyna 7 Among the many greetings extended to old friends and new on the opening day of school, a sincere welcome was given to Sister Marie Ruth, our new principal. A personal interest in every student, an eagerness for progress and success, a zest for victory and good sportsmanship, a kind word spoken, a gentle direction — all these are the distinctive features which we associate with Sister. May her years at St. Alphonsus be blessed with success and may her influence continue to be felt in the hearts of those under her care and guidance. School Opens Doors to Scholastic Year With Their Spirits High The new modern library at Warren and Hartwell is the cultural center of the neighborhood. WITH THEIR SPIRITS HIGH, freshman officers recognize and utilize avail- able sources of information. The consistent use of these materials will establish a firm foundation for these beginners in higher educa- tion. Satisfied with what the library has to offer are Margaret Kalcaley, social chairman, secretary-treas- urer Richard Topolewski, social chairman Sharon Uchwat, vice- president Judith Miller, social chairman Nicholas Sientke, presi- dent Thomas Kelly. Science Spurs Imagination, Vitalizes Minds St. Albert the Great, Patron of Science of the world, states that the aim of the sciences is to investigate the causes that are at work in nature.” This in- vestigation ranges through dissection in biology, experimentation in chem- istry and demonstration in physics. Any and all cf Sister Hilda’s botanical prize-winners ar© matched only by Her inimitable smile as she announces, We're going to have a Quiz today!” Biology teaches reverence and respect for the orderliness of all in nature. As the bio'ogy class prepares to understand by dissection the place of the grasshopper in that order a good amount of speculation is evident. What is the future of this grasshopper held by Tom Dobrowolski as Richard Alfonsi and Gerry Kerpet stand ready to go into action? The logical approach to any prob em is investigation. An inten- sive. persistent investigation in the laboratory on the part of Ed Dorrington and other chemistry students leads to a better understanding of the action and reaction of nature's e ements. Man's eye requires delicate instruments to catch a glimpse of fhe marvels in the universe. Tom Kelly indicates on a thermometer the temperature of HjO in one container as Roger Susalla prepares to test still another. David Franchi. Michael Bonkowski and William Martz aren't too certain of the reaction to be expected. 13 Science continued Science is God's thought discovered by man. As physics students test their discovery of the lifting force of water to raise Fred Uchwat an inch or two. Anne Tambeau takes a skeptical view of the situation. Tom Martz stands ready to add to the column of H20 as Sister Therese Ann and Ronald Yaszek check all connections to insure good results. • • • • patience to do simple things perfectly is personified in physics students John Cavanaugh and Dennis Guyitt as they patiently test meniscus formation. Connie Plante. Casimer Sorek, Ronald Smith and Bob Najmowicz attest to the fact that they too . . . will acquire the skill to do difficult things easily. An up-to-date look at the weather is taken by members of the Earth Science class. John Schikora indicates to Eunice Rosalik and Kathleen O'Reilly the paths of moving cold and warm fronts on a series of daily weather maps as charted for the use of the meteorologists at the Detroit Metropolitan Airport. Checking their knowledge of the symbols used on these maps are Cynthia Ludwig and Gerald Kubik. 14 Michael Ortman is not attempting to read Bonnie Suder's palm but is follow- ing Irene Sienkiewicz' rather dramatic explanation of wrist and hand bones. This first-hand lesson in the physiology class is also being enjoyed by Loretta Dragula and Douglas Lehr. The students of Semi-micro Chemistry soon learn the need for good order and the proper respect for delicate apparatus. Under the careful scrutiny of Edward Kozlowski (right), Albert Kozleski (left) removes a delicate balance while Frances Lamerto and Marilyn Peszynski pre- pare to use acids and reagents for their experimentation. The total mass in this group of physics students could never ©qua the potential energy contained therein. If the purposefulness evident in their concentrated atten- tion comes to fruition, the research laboratories of tomorrow will be filled with the seniors of today. 15 New Machines Boost Commercial Skills Instructions for the new mimeograph machine are one thing, carrying them out is another. Mary Fitch. Frances Guastella. Mary Ann Dunigan and Kathleen Horger a-e ail eyes and ears as Sister Mercita demon- strates the proper use of the machine to these advanced typing students. The adding machine is new. in fact, too new for comfort. Sophomores Kathleen Carlin and Joan Dialak apparently are all thumbs and paper as they prepare the machine fore use in their bookkeeping class. The ever-changing business world challenges shorthand students. These future secretaries Barbara Lamb. Sharon Pascoe and Judith Murphy gather current information for their weekly reports from copies of Today's Secretary. Get ready, set, go! Laura Braun, time keeper, reminds Richard Esper and Car- olyn Battle to observe the proper tech- 16 The commercial department enables the juniors and seniors to answer the knock of opportunity. Students prepare to face their future in a competitive business world through a study of bookkeeping, shorthand and typing. Anticipating improvement over the test of the preceding week. Janet Kolasa (sitting) anxiously waits for Lorraine Geisinger and Myra Janssen to adjust the dictation record. Through this aid, the shorthand class makes progress in speed. Order is Heaven’s first law seems to be Mrs. Louise McGuire's motto as she cheerfully executes her routine tasks despite countless interruptions. niques of precision and speed in their three minute timed writings. A bird's eye view of the typing room reveals flashing fingers and eyes intent on copy. The steady clicking of the typewriters goes unheeded as advanced typists Theresa Kakaley, Barbara DeLong. Gloria Corrieri, Marie Maegerlein and Mary Frances Brown try to prove that practice makes perfect. 17 lAht u THI AMERICAN SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL STRATFORD. CONN. ACTING COMPANY Creative Writing Reading Clinic Sister Marie Annette, in holding a conference with English III student Elmer Teed, discusses his current reading program and suggests techniques for im- provement in reeding comprehension. Within a span of four years, the Eng- lish students travel the arduous road of prose, poetry, and grammar. The progress made from the short story to the lengthy classic provides the stu- dents with a deeper knowledge of their mother tongue, while acquaintance with such challenging authors as Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Dickens, promises the traveler a true appreciation of his literary heritage. Since June, 1954 when the Festival Theatre at Stratford, Connecticut, first opened its doors, eighteen of Shakespeare's plays have been pro- duced to ever-increasing audiences. One of the most successful of these, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. presented at the Schubert Lafayette, was thoroughly enjoyed by the English IV classes. Theresa Kakaley. Kathleen Appleby. Mrs. Kathryn Pierson (school librarian), Carmine Oliverio and Jack Kaiser were delighted with Bert Lahr's interpretation of Bottom. the Shakespearean clown. BERT LAHR ripens,� prodtu't ---------------- A MIDSUMMER r------------- NIGHTS DREAM •ton Oa 5 I ■ THE winter tale ’■ S „„ L ««i, £ «ms r- Establishes Rapport Focalizes Public Speaking New books, attractively and colorfully bound, are placed on their respective shelves under the direction of student librarians Ann O’Reilly. Colleen Dorrington and Helen Rumpz. The assembly line method in processing new books seems most effective for these capable workers. The English II class recognizes the art of demonstration as a skill for better public speaking. As Judy Alfonsi convinces the audience that this type of hair styling is the best for Carole Thomas, another inter- ested member, Lorraine Hanses, examines the latest in hair-do-s wondering which type would suit her best. tn. one 01 ,)i uu.i or. por..omeriiaiy practice comes to a close, English I students, by holding a mock meeting, demonstrate their ability to transact business effectively. The presiding officers are secretary Janice Marshall, vice-president Richard Stencel, president Michael Miotke and treasurer James McNeil. 19 English continued Groups at work are a familiar scene in the English III classes. Janet Telfer, Claire None and Ralph Katofiasc profit by the mistakes on the paper they just finished correcting. Ga:! Hopkinson and Nick Conflitti define new vocabulary words at the board while Joan Miller quietly completes a comprehension quiz. The Scholastic Writing Contest sponsored annually by the Detroit News offers a chal- lenge to English II students William Crowley, Elaine Krych, Gail Sniezyk, Christine Dom- browski and Lorraine Bessinger. Their instructor, Sister John Thomas, assists the aspiring writers as they complete their entry applications. As an aid to better writing, English II students check the papers of fellow classmates. 20 Not bad, comments Barbara Trudell as she returns Barbara Zawacki's English theme. Timothy Groske brings the tape recorder to life with the voice of Basil Rathbone dramatizing a scene from The Raven. Freshman English students Carol Lechowicz. Claudia Keller. Carol DeLaronde and Ann Livo listen intently as they follow the words of Poe in their texts. As English III students reenact a court scene from The Devil and Daniel Webster, Tom Gillissie. playing the role of Daniel Webster, ousts the devil, Bob Hathon. who has been found guilty of an attempt to possess the farmer's soul. After delivering the verdict, jurists Don Jankowski. Jim Potoczak, Jim Carney, Mitch Sysko, Mike Dodge and John Sierota are on hand to see that the decision is effected. 21 The question Do you really love Christ? will ring in our thoughts and apply to our actions for many months to come. Reverend Thomas McAnoy, chaplain at Rosary High School and our retreat master, challenged us with stirring words to form strong convictions that would enable us to reach the horizons unlimited that lie before us. Religion, Reading, Retreat Up-to-date references in the library find students ready and willing to use them for their religion classes. A junior, John Demers (extreme left), offers helpful suggestions to sophomores Robert Whitlow, Margaret Kilmartin. Susan McCormicIc. Geraldine Kuczyns and Mary Alice McKenna. The Van Antwerp Catholic Library in the Chancery Building is a fruitful source for pamphlets and periodicals related to units of study in the Senior Religion class. Miss Jessie Gerbig, librarian, suggests a publication to Patricia Kelly, Bonnie McGann and Chester Jatlcoe that wou'd be a ready reference for them. 22 Rouse Reflection, Resolution Religion is not just a thing to be known — but a life to be lived. Therefore, the prin- ciples learned in the religion classes are not restricted to class recitations but are diffused into the lives of the students in every activity. The fulfillment of these prin- ciples will be intensified and strengthened as our students meet the obligations of their adult lives. An atmosphere of serenity and peace is evident as Christine Fiedor and Robert Pietraniec kneel in silent adoration before the Blessed Sacrament. Their missals seem to be momentarily forgotten as they reproduce in thought the formative principles for life given them by the retreat master. Get up and be baptized and wash away thy sins, calling on His name. Freshman Religion students Christine Shoup, Gary Rosinski, Walter Walsh, Cynthia Sudnick, and Joanne Stasie attentively observe Father Page as he demonstrates the sacramentals used in the admin- You are the light of the world ... so let your light istration of Baptism. shine before men could well be the resolution drawn by .Christina Klein and Nicholas Gientke from their first high school retreat. Father McAnoy’s words have set the pace for their spiritual and intellectual develop- ment as young adults. 23 Social Studies Curriculum Promotes Political, Geographical Interest After following the explicit directions of Mr. David Kline World Geography student Walter Walsh finally locates San Juan. Puerto Rico, on the map. Gary Rosinski finds himself next in line to have his work scrutinized. Wouldn’t you know it? The first place these boys headed for at the Dearborn Historical Museum was to visit this war relic. Ray Roch. Robert Modrzejewski. Norbert Czerniak and Robert Lala compare this tank with those being built today and find that things haven't changed a bit. Sister Marion discusses publica- tions from the Model United Na- tions General Assembly with Edith Bonkowski, Diane Kelley. Paul Skot- cher. Raymond Senkus and BUI Tarnacki (seated). Seniors from the American History classes partici- pated in this timely assembly which convened at the University of De- troit on April 14. Beverly Wislinski, Linda Wozniak Kristina Wcrosz and Mary Lou Terrreault took a step back into the de ightful world of yesterday when they visited the Dearborn Historical Museum. An old fashioned parlor with its full length mirror, simple draperies, ornate couch and furniture provides an interesting change and a moment of amusement for the girls. With former President Dwight Eisenhower we attest the truth that, Unless we acknowledge the existence of Gcd, unless we acknowledge the fact that all men are created in His image, there is no sense to free govern- ment. These truths are readily recognized through re- search entailed in the social science classes. Thus students are able to predict events of the future by means of a study of the past and present. KENNEDY Those far away p'ace.s with strange-sounding names intrigue World Geography students (clockwise) Robert Girard, Sue DeFrain, Gregory Scoda, Diane Romanski, Catherine Esper. Daniel Fader, and Bruce Heifer. This course affords students an opportunity to learn of peoples and places on this ever- shrinking planet, Earth. The fall of I960 proved to be a period of excitement and speculation for American History students. Primaries, campaign speeches, T.V. debates, and election day contributed to their study of government. Thea Kotz. Robert Malicki, Fred Uchwa . Donna Schemanske, Dolores Maset and Marie Missel listen intently to John F. Kennedy's speech in the Coliseum at the State Fair Grounds. 25 This fashion parade is on the road and headed toward the Montgomery Ward's Department Store. Barbara Zolna, Donna Miedlar, Lorraine Bessinger and Rita Slezin- slci are the four girls who were chosen to represent St. Alphonsus in a fashion show sponsored by McCall Pattern Company. Clothing, Art Instruction Develops Talent Strength and beauty are her clothing . . tor her fingers have taken hold of the spindle. The valiant woman (Book of Proverbs) is exemplified in the students of the clothing de- partment as they strive to learn the requisites of the ideal homemaker. The days preceding Christmas were filled with work and fun as the homemalcing classes made dresses for the girls at the Sarah Fisher Home. Sister Helen Ann offers her expert advice to Gail Sniezylc and Carolyn Stimach (seated). Kath- leen Cremen (standing, left), Janet Hoffmann and Carol De Laronde (ironing) are busy with finishing touches. The latest in spring fashions decrees that styles be unique and appealing. In accordance with the dictates of the last word, Barbara Pococlc, Connie Plante and Bernadine Majek model their attractive creations at the annual fashion show presented by clothing classes. 26 The Detroit Institute of Arts, distinct in being the only place in the United States to exhibit the masterpieces of Flemish art. is visited by Sister Carol Anne and art students Elaine Krych and Ann Hunt. Every genuine work of art, in the eyes of the great Emerson, has as much reason for being as the earth and the sun. The art department endeavors to develop an apprecia- tion of existing art and to acquire a desire to parallel the creations of the professionals. Students are taught to master the use of line, color and balance and to employ these tech- niques as they create their individual masterpieces. Minute detail, accuracy and patience are a part of the lifelike sketch that artist, Tom Schemanske. is producing. His model is Jim Duffy. Up to her face and head in paste, art student Kathleen Kobielski is a concrete representation of Michelangelo's saying that The more the marble wastes, the more the statue grows. Michael Vondrak. tangled in a maze of papier-mache, is unable to offer any assistance. 27 To share the cultural heritage of ancient Rome is the aim of St. Alphonsus Latin classes. Home assignments and class- w rlc often take the aspiring classicists on a journey to a by- gone age. They might find themselves on a Grecian shore, a Roman hill, or at the gates of Troy, watching the gigantic horse as it is drawn into the city. Enriched by these experi- ences, the Latin students ap- preciate, to a greater degree, the culture, language, and cus- toms of the Roman people. Latin can be fun when competition runs high in a game of scrabble. Sister Miriam Joseph uses this device with beginners Mary Tokoly, Constance Sulkoski, Michael Langan and James Cragg to familiarize them with new Latin vocabulary and to fix the old words firmly in their minds. Classicists Appreciate 28 Following a Kodachrome slide lecture by Dr. Edith Kovach on Roman Life on Pompeian Walls, given at the Detroit Institute of Arts, the lecturer discusses future plans of the Detroit Classical Association with advanced Latin students Mary O'Reilly and Peter Lemire. Ancient Culture As a penalty for resembling each other at the Latin banquet, twins David and Mitchell Sysko cheerfully accept the fetters that sentence them to a life of attachment. Janet Telfer and Nancy Gray check the durability of the chains while Pam Nowaczyk sympathetically bemoans their fate. Mathematics is the key and applied mathematics is the tool wherewith man conquers the universe. The key to the universe is evident in classes ranging from traditional and modern algebra in the freshman year to advanced topics in mathematics in the senior year. These courses, coupled with ef- fective work on the part of the student, prepare him for college courses in mathematics and science while supply- ing him with necessary mathematical information for everyday existence. The usefulness of mathematics as a tool is daily demonstrated and appre- ciated by students of drafting. Incredible accuracy can be achieved as directions by Sue Savage and supervision by Dan Soave guide the compasses in the hands of Leonard Sosnowski. With pro- tractor in hand. Lucy Tambeau stands ready to check the results. So ving solution problems in Algebra I can be quite a mixed-up affair but all seems to be clear in the patient demonstration by Richard Bourgoise and Thomas Carroll. Judy Bochenek is adding to the solution as Florence Czerwienski stands serenely by waiting to offer as- sistance. I he most important kind of education: to reason, to see clearly, and to draw honest conclusions is daily exemplified in the Algebra II classes. This group of budding mathematicians analyzing principles of variation are intent on words of wisdom from the lips of Daniel Bourgoise. The work of Terence Dobiesz at the blackboard is seemingly directed by Rachelle Belanger and Dan as Thomas Bourseleth and Mary Dorrington await further directions. In agreement with the truth that mathematics is an art. the CHRIST- MAS FANTASY at the Ford Rotunda presented a fascinating study in 30 Mathematics Stimulates Inquiring Minds: Inductive Reasoning, Analytical Thinking symmetry to Sister Alice Anne with her geometry students, Veronica Ewald and Fred Bialczyk. Viewing the finished product of a Job In drafting brings a sense of satisfaction to one. Gerry -Fazekas is intent as he guides Tom Godard in the use of the Roto-lite machine to blueprint his paper. John Rimmel's directions to Robert Sheppard in the placement of the negative in the developing tube will bring the process to a successful and professional completion. One of the Counsels of St. Thomas Aquinas is never to leave a doubt unsolved. Mitchell Sysko is the personification of this counsel as he aims for the heart of a tricky geometry problem. The uses of the opaque projector in the Advanced Drafting class are unlimited. Bill Tarnacki certainly has the undivided attention of the senior drafters as he gives the directions needed to complete a job. Melody, Harmony Invigorate School Spirit Highlighting Sr. A phonsus dances are the numbers played by the schoo s very own dance band. The Melodiers. This combo, formed from the marching band, provides not only top selections but also adds to the school spirit. Under the direction of Mr. Frank Oddo (not pictured) the members are (standing): Tom Bourseleth, Larry Batoszynski, Tom Musson. a graduate and former member of the band. Ken Marciniak, Jim Rosa and Water Rodak. Sitting: Tom Mazur, Richard Topolewski, and Fred Mazur. As fingers dance over the silver rods, ively music fills the air Cynthia Stasek Harriet Shaw and Florence Czerwienski produc pleasing sounds from their high-pitched flutes. For the modern student, the sound of music is heard on every occasion whether it be at half-time on the foot- ball field, or the finale of a spring con- cert. The moods created by our artists of sound, the band and choral students, will vibrate in our memories forever. Thus the highest of the fine arts has a place in the cultural development of every student. 'A woman's touch.' that's all it needs, says Waiter Rodak as Sister Seraphim arranges the bra:d on his band uniform. Judy Czerwienski. Jack Ka:ser and Anne Tambeau smile approving y as Wa. y adjusts Fred Mazur's cap at that jaunty ang'e characteristic of St. Alphonsus Band members. Reflecting the joy of the Christmas season, the choral class sang the Hallelujah Chorus” at the Christ Child's crib. From there, the group visited the homes of the parish convalescents hoping to instill some of the contagious cheer- ful spirit into the lives of the ill. i iiitmi Band members form the letter ”M” as they prepare for a May Day parade in Windsor Canada. St. Alphonsus takes pride in its marching band that displays great precision and provides stirring music for every and all occasions. The marching band is under the direction of Frank Oddo (extreme left). 33 Will Fight, Never Die The permanence of the Ford Ro- tunda evident in its circular struc- ture creates a display case of ever-increasing research for an im- provement in the Ford Motor products. Following the lead of adult progress, sophomore class officers WILL FIGHT, NEVER DIE as they expand their interests through organizations' formed for the development of a well-rounded personality. In step with the re- searchers of the day are president James DeGrazia, secretary-treas- urer Edward Birrell, social chairmen Karen Rojek and Kathleen Peter- son, vice-president Carole Sobie- chowski, social chairman Paul Plante. i m si Enthusiasm and efficiency are characteristic qualities of the Student Council executive board. The officers are fulfilling one of their responsibilities as they prepare the stage for the induction ceremony. Clockwise, the mem- bers are Mary Ann Yanushonis, first vice-president; Dar- ,ene Zdun. second vice-president; Michael Dodge, treas- urer: Arthur Fa[a, president; Marilyn Ostrowski, secretary. The spirit, zeal and cooperation of the student body is re- flected in the representatives of their clubs and organiza- tions. Karen Ward, Theodora Kotz, Bernice Rygiel, Eugene Balawajder, Paul Skotcher, Maureen O’Reilly, Patricia Kolon and Gerald Sabo take their oath of office while Janet Telfer, Diane Kendziora Dianne Mydlowski, Sylvia Zabinski, Kathryn Loyd. Diane Kelley. Joseph Herter. and Judy Perry wait their turn. Student Council Keynotes Leadership In order to provide for student participation in school government; to insure better training in citizenship, character, and Catholic leadership; to promote better student-student and faculty- student relations; to foster loyalty to the general policies of the school; and to develop staunch Catholic citizens, we, the students of St. Alphon- sus High School, do ordain and establish this Constitution. Preamble PACgpn OF Cf)Q SCCIDQIT COQmf L.'ve for others and you’li never be alone denotes the attitude of this animated and enterprising team of Student Council members. They accomplish as a group and as individuals the ideals of the Council as set forth in the Constitution. 36 National Honor Society Fosters Scholarship Candidates fo. the National Honor Society must demonstrate the recommended char- acteristics of character, scholarship, leader- ship and service. Membership in this society affords one an excellent reference for the future in college and in the business world. Selected according to the ideals set forth in the Constitution of the National Honor Society, these six Juniors have been registered as pro- bationary members: Marguerite Hoffman, Mary Anny Yanushonis, Cheryl Ozimkowski, Richard Kelly. Darlene Zdun and William Keller. Having fulfilled the probationary period for membership in the NHS. these seniors accept with calm dignity and seriousness of purpose the responsibilities of the society. (Standing) Arthur Faja, Judith Czerwienski, Maureen O'Reilly. Jeanette Wrona. Raymond Senkus. (seated) Theodora Kotz. Marilyn Ostrowski, Edith Bonkow- ski, and Patricia Kennedy have pledged themselves to hold high the torch of truth. Wearing the gold stoles of the probationary members of the NHS, seniors Patricia Kolon, Constance Plante. Anne Tambeau, Lottie Jaroszynski. Thomas Theoret, Ronald Yaszek and Eugene Balawajder are fully aware of the honor conferred on them. A determined and indomitable resolution to fulfill the ideals of the society should find these students wearing the gold hoods symbolic of full membership on Graduation Day. 37 Staff Runs Faster Than Time, Days of searching, writing, checking, cut- ting, picture snapping have come to an end — the deadline has been met. Behind every picture and beside every copyblock is a memory that will always be treasured. The hours spent working together, the days devoted to workshops at the University of Detroit can never be replaced for oppor- tunities of making new friends and sharing experiences with the old. A hallowed spot on the campus of the University of Detroit found our Yearbook Staff taking advantage of the beauty of the place and the serenity of the moment. Maureen O'Reilly, Jeanette Wrona. Lottie Jaroszynski, Thea Kotz, Barbara DeLong and Donna Schemanske take time between sessions at a Work- shop of the Detroit Students Press Association to garner some of the inspiration apparent in these pages of the '61 Arrow. Alice Vogt must be hungry after those hours of typing. Others in the press room, Margaret Las- kowski, Mary Cameron, Sylvia Zabinski and Evelyn Rodak are merely amused at her antics while Gail Hopkinson plods on in her unperturbed manner. A has a special significance for this group. Lettermen of St. Al- phonsus who wanted to be part of the Yearbook Staff but whose after-school hours were filled with athletic practice became Ad-men. Nick Conflitti, Leo Gilhool. Dick Kelly, David Sysko, Mike Fras and Mitch Sysko should have a plus sign added to their Varsity letter for the untiring work in the con- tacts they made and the results they achieved as evident on the pages indicating our advertisers. 38 Meets Deadline Hours spent planning division pages, writing copyblocks, and devising head- lines by Bob Hathon, Dennis Cebulski, Maureen O’Reilly, and Joseph Shevock are rewarded as the expert fingers of our indefatigable typists Alice Vogt and Mary Conley turn out pages and paragraphs of the finished product. Suffering from tired eyes after a hard day's work. Larry Gilsdorf expresses his views to fellow sports editors Dan Rogowski and Bill Keller. This triumvirate of the press, matchless in its achievements of layout, headline and cut- line writing, burned the candle at both' ends to help bring the '61 ARROW to a physical reality. Work goes on-on on! The inside story of the 61 ARROW could best be told by the walls surrounding this deliberative group. The imagina- tion developed enthusiasm channelled, and the inspiration realized can only be appreciated by one working behind the scenes. Sister Marie Irene :n the role of adviser, stimulated and energized the gathering at every working moment. Sodality Enriches Influences Student The Sodality of Our Lady is a WAY OF LIFE for life. The challenge to its members is three fold: to sanctify self, to sanctify others and to defend the Church against the attacks of her enemies. Pius XII refers to the sodal- ists as enthusiastic promoters of the Kingdom of Christ. The spirit of giving is exemplified in sodalists Larry Gilsdorf (left), Ron Smith and Mitch Syslco who play the role of Santa's helpers. Children of Holy Trinity Parish enjoyed a very merry Christmas, thanks to the gifts and surprises provided by the generosity of our entire student body. The hours flew by unnoticed as soda'ists Christine Dombrowski, Elizabeth Cannizzaro and Shirley Waurzynowicz packed and sorted shoes, hats. etc. for the Clothing Drive. The response to the appeal for used clothing was so great that many volunteers volunteered their services for the cause. Shoes were not the only things going overseas; sodalists also packed dresses, shirts, and baby clothes. Mary Ulicny and Carol Rossow put the finishing touches on the articles donated by parishioners and students for the Catholic Bishops' Relief Clothing Drive. 40 Members, Attitudes Devotion to the Blessed Mother, frequent meditations on her life, and imitation of her virtues are the challenge met by the sodalists. Prefects Gerald Sabo and Patricia Kolon pledge themselves to Our Lady in a special manner during the annual May crowning cere- mony. Anxious to see for themselves whether the Summer School of Catholic Action really lives up to its fame as six days you'll never forget, these seven sodalists set out for the Toledo SSCA in Au- gust, I960. After one week of sharing novel experiences with 101 new friends, Mary Ulicny, Mary O'Reilly. Sylvia Zabinski, Jerry Sabo, Tom Henn, Pat Kolon, and Maureen O'Reilly returned to De- troit unanimously agreeing that the motto was well chosen. 41 ATTENTION PLEASE Sister Mary Jogues, Mission Helpers of the Sacred Heart, supervises 'ay catechists in teaching religion to deaf children. In all. there are one hundred and twenty-six deaf children in their care. Mary Ann Dunigan and Patricia Kolon recently completed a fifteen hour Confraternity of Christian Doctrine Teacher Training Course in methods of teaching religion. Schola: Chant Specialists Uphold Church Tradition Centuries ago, St. Benedict advised his monks: Prefer nothing to the 'Work of God.1 To us of the Space Age, this simple statement should epitomize the prime impor- tance that the worship of God should have in our lives. In order that the liturgy be celebrated as perfectly as possible in this parish segment of God's household, a Schola Cantorum has been organized among our upper- classmen. The purpose of the Schola is three-fold: I) to sanctify its members through the reverent performance of their sacred office; 2) to properly render the liturgical chant according to the norms of the Church and the repeated pleas of the Congregation of Rites; 3) to set the example as worship-leaders among the people of God in this great day of the liturgical renewal. Members o' the Schola (Top row): Charles Burch, William Keller, Daniel Rogowski. Thomas Henn. Second row: Lawrence Gllsdorf, Michael Fras, Frank Franchi, Richard Kelly. Third row: Thomas Dainty. Eugene Balawajder, William McShane, David Miotke. Bottom row: Felix Lakomy. Michael Phillips, Nicholas Conflitti, Jack Kaiser, Mr. B. W. DeMerchant, choirmaster. 42 Crusaders Profit From Sacrifice The catechists and junior sacristans have recog- nized that the Art of living is the art of giving. In their hours of volunteer service the sacristans prepare vestments and the altars for liturgical functions. The catechists assist quali- fied instructors in preparing students for the sacraments. Officers of the Catholic Students' Mission Crusade compare reports in preparation for future projects. Peter Lemire confers with president Paul Skotcher while Marlene Womy, Tom Schemanske and Cynthia Cen- towski are planning for the Bishop’s Relief Fund. To further the aims of the C.S.M.C. the mem- bers ready themselves by prayer, sacrifice and a directed study of work in the mission territories of the world. Knowing the need for native clergy in foreign lands, the Unit con- tributes to the financial support of their own native missionary, Father Joseph Shen, of the island of Formosa. Not three busy bees but three busy sacristans are Lynn Reminder, Darlene Piotrowslci and Harriet Shaw as they check the altar boys' cassocks. The grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes at Notre Dame is the setting for the Detroit delegates to the 19th National C.S.M.C. Convention. The delegates gained a greater understanding of new opportunities and challenges of the mission apostolate in the years ahead. Paul Skotcher and Tom Theoret (Indicated by a white dot) returned determined to instill in the students the Catholic spirit of the Missions. Girls' Athletic Association mem- bers: Top row: Patricia McElli- gatt. Delphine Jakubiak, Rachelle Belanger, Gail Davis. Christine Klimuszko. Christine Wlodarczyk, Judy Mycek. Donna Schemanslce. Middle row: Mary Whitmore. Bernice Rygiel, Mary Altier, Sandra Sartor, Mary Lietz. Kath- yrn Stimach, Diane Kendziora. Mary Dorrington. Dorine Hanses. Virginia Stackable. Seated: Grace Hanses. Janet Telfer, Patricia Kennedy. Darlene Zdun, Lois Daniels. Janet Hunt. Theresa Kakaley. Varsity Athletes Fire Combats The athletic organizations of the Varsity Club and the Girls' Athletic Association fulfill their purpose in the promotion of good sportsmanship By cheer- leading, on the basketball court, the baseball dia- mond, and on the football field student participation has increased due to the enthusiastic leadership of these groups. Varsity Club members. Top row: Thomas Henn. Robert Naimowicz. Arthur Fafa. Second row: Bernard Wendt, Edgar Dor- rington. Eugene Balawajder, Gerald Sabo. Third row: Ronald Smith. Richard Luke. James Potoczak. Leo Gilhool. Edward Birrell. Fourth row: Michael Phillips. Richard Kelly, Nicholas Conflitti. Michael Eras. David Sysko, Mitchell Sysko. Bottom row: Charles Mowat. James Carney. Nicholas Altesleben, Robert Barret. Brian Lakowski, Leonard Matuszak. 44 Visual Instruction Clarifies Teaching Future Teachers' Club officers Mari- beth Maguire, Pamela Nowaczyk and Marilyn Mack anticipate their next meeting by arranging material ob- tained during a recent tour through Mercy College. Learning the tricks of the trade audio-visual club members Joseph Hall and John Maegerlein listen attentively to Raymond Senkus as he explains the correct handling of the lighting beard for the stage of the Activities Building. Carlyle encourages those interested in the teaching profession by stating that, He is wise who can instruct and assist us in the business of daily virtuous liv- ing. The Future Teachers' Club, an organization affiliated with the Univer- sity of Detroit and Mercy College, analyzes current trends in education and informs its'cadet teachers of the possibilities and rewards of the teach- ing profession. The God-given auditory and visual senses are put to greater use in the process of learning as the instructors inculcate modern audio-visual equip- ment. Student assistants are trained to effectively handle the movie and slide projectors, the tape recorder and the opaque projector. These members not only gain practical experience but ren- der valuable service to the school. 45 Father Granger presents the Dearborn Optimist Award to Eugene Balawaider. The award is given to an outstanding student in each of the Dearborn High Schools. Winner of the Betty Crocker Homemaker of Tomorrow Contest. Barbara DeLong, agrees with the contest motto “Home is where the heart is. Ambitious Students Win Honors After a hard-fought battle St. Alphonsus took second place in the I960 Dearborn Clean-up Campaign. Mr. Howard Heyniger. City Commissioner, awards the trophy to Sister Marie Ruth, principal, as Father Wolf and Mr. James Jones. Public Relations Assistant, smile their approval. A sem,-satisfied look on the faces of junior commissioners Arthur Faja and Judy Perry indicates determination to regain the coveted first place trophy in the ’61 campaign. Long hours of tedious practice proved ef- fective and rewarding for Janet Hunt. For her fine performance in season games. Janet was voted most valuable player. ' Coach Pat Stump presents the coveted award. 46 Future Nurses Cheryl Ozim- kowski and Susan Schmidt follow the directions of their instructor, Sister Thomas Ce- cile, as they care for their volunteer patient, Perry Ort- man. Skills and techniques for the care of the sick and the injured will be theirs on the completion of this Red Cross course. The critical need for nurses may be supplied by the present members of the Future Nurses Club. This energetic group of would- be nurses is striving to find out in advance whether nursing is the occupation for them, Nursing, Cheering Others and, if so, what kind of school to enter. The club program prepares the girls for enter- ing nursing with a better understanding of it, while giving them valuable experience in working for others to gain a better under- standing of people. Rewards Future Nurses Who are enjoying the toys, the future nurses or the children at Lapeer State Hospital? Nancy Gillissie (second from right) sets the pace for clowning while president Karen Ward (extreme left), Janice Melford and Matgaret Colquhoun enjoy her antics. The gifts, made possible by successful returns from a Tag Day project, were also sent to St. Anne‘s Hospital, Plymouth, Michigan. 47 Fighting Colors of Blue and Gold St. Alphonsus Activities Building is the nucleus of our athletic cur- riculum. Young men trained in football, basketball, track, cross- country, and hockey enter athletic contests anxious for V-l-C- T-O-R-Y. But more vital than the precious victory of score over opponent, is the victory experi- enced in the minds and hearts of all participants — the knowledge •of possessing a winning spirit, sportsmanship. Wearing FIGHT- ING COLORS OF BLUE AND GOLD are sportsmen Robert Najmowicz, Leonard Matuszak, Nicholas Altesleben, Charles Burch. Wendt, Coach Kline. Sabo. Korzyn, M. Sysko, Naimowicz, Way. Birrell and Fras. Middle Teed, Katofiasc, and Wrona. Bottom row: G. Conflitti, Borovslcy, Cameron, Healy, Lakowski, row: Jim Carney, Nowakowski. De and Januzzi. Arrows See-Saw Coach Kline utters words of encouragement as quar- terback Dick Kelly leaves ga me with injured ankle. A host of Sacred Heart tacklers find it difficult to bring down hard-driving fullback, Mike Fras. carrying the ball for vital yardage. 50 Top row: Luke. Pocock, Barrett, and Dorrington. Middle row: D. Sysko. Kelly. N. Conflitti, Langan. and Lepping. Bottom row: Matusak. Gientke, George. T. Kelly, Smith, and Joe Carney. A rugged game of skill and cold-hearted courage kicks off the sports season at St. Al's each year as our gridmen take to the turf. Weeks of sweaty calisthenics and con- centrated maneuvers usher in the first con- test of the year. Exciting moments leading to victory and sadder ones edging toward defeat are but two emotional time passers. Bone-jarring tackles, exciting pass intercep- tions, and fancy, elusive running are some of the crowd pleasers that make football St. Al's best loved sport. to Winning Season Deadlocked in a 13-13 tie, quarterback Dick Kelly, in a dramatic play from scrimmage, fighting both the clock and aggressive linesmen fakes pitchout to Mike Fras before fading back to pass. The team executed the play with practice precision fooling both the St. Theresa linemen and spectators. However, an alert Pirate linebacker blocked the pass forcing the Arrows to lose possession of the ball. 51 Jerry Sabo, powerful left end, is credited with producing his best Arrow season. He climaxed a bril- liant year, earning All City and All Parochial first squad honors, as well as the enviable All State second squad award. Nick Conflitti, voted most valuable by his teammates, emerged with a smile of self-satisfaction. He was elected to the All City second team, the All Parochial first and a'so received honorable mention for the All State squad. Oh my achin' back is the cry of Bob Barret (extreme left) as Dan Witmer (10). Sacred Heart quarterback, plows into Arrow line, disab'ing Len Matusak (7). Mitch Sysko (74). and Dave Sysko (72). 52 Encouragement, vitality, faithfulness — these are the gualities which predomi- nate the lives of our varsity and reserve cheerleaders. Their undying spirit even in the face of defeat, coupled with a firm enthusiasm for victory, leaves noth- ing to be desired. When others fail, the cheerleaders are there — prompting, comforting. Decked out in gay yellow sweaters and swirling blue skirts, these energetic misses present an attractive picture of our school colors. Cheer- leaders, as well as students, come and go with the years. For some, memories are short lived. Cheerleaders, however, record in their high school memories, the unforgettable rasp of sore throats that accompanied the happiness of many a victory. Reaching for the sky, our varsity cheerleaders Pat Kennedy. Diane Kendziora, Mary Altier, Janet Telfer, Molly Babel, and Kay Lloyd display their hopes for a prosperous year. Close Contests Challenge Cheerleaders' Vitality Starting at the top and moving clockwise are Varsity Cheer- leaders Pat Kennedy. Molly Babel, Janet Telfer, Mary Altier, Kay Llcyd, and Diane Kendziora. Just Chuggin along after a N-Arrow victory, reserve cheerleaders Kathy Stimach, Claire Neme. Carolyn Stimach, Pat Misiak. Janet Hoffman, Mary Ann Yanushonis definitely have something to toot about. Enthusiasm, cheerleaders, pom-poms all play an important part in boosting sports morale. Among the many dividends are team spirit, sportsmanship and victories. Here they come ready for an average practice session! These robust gridmen have previously been pre- sented thus making further identification unnecessary. As they prepare for a romp in which they will meet black eyes, sore muscles, and opponents of equally high calibre, they portray the zest and spirit prevalent in all our teams ---- football, basketball, hockey, track and cross country. Arrow 5 Prove First Half Champs • • Cecilia cagemen Flynn (13) and Gurtowsky are caught helplessly off guard by Nick Conflitti who displays impressive form as he bounds into the air to convert a layup. Tom Henn (24), anticipating a possible rebound, sweeps in from cross court insuring the two pointer which led to this Arrow victory. Dick Kelly, by a demonstration of elusive dribbling, evades Malicke of St. Cecilia. Patferson of the fighting Irish, however, under a full head of steam makes a decided effort to steal the ball. St. Al s varsity cagemen (standing) are Student Manager jerry Conflitti, bob Spencer, Dick Kelly, Don Ternes, Tom Henn, Skip Dorrington, Nick Conflitti, Len Matusak, Mitch Sysko. and Student Manager Joe Carney. (Kneeling) Gene Bala- wadjer and Coach David Kline. 54 ... Second Half Leads Team to Downfall A man breaks Into the open and a roar is loosed by the crowd as the ball sails home- ward to the webbed orange rim. The con- sistent pounding of hands in unison with fancy dribbling makes basketball our most invig- orating indoor sport. While not of the same bone-cracking breed as other sports, its tre- mendous pace makes it respected by every- one. As one summarizes the season, all he has to do is reread our headline. This was our basketball story. Encouraging first halves, ex- citing plays, and patterns — these predomi- nated all our games; come second half, the outlook generally changed. The plays were still there, but they didn't always click. Thus was our season — disappointing, but encour- aging in the sense that another year will offer a fresh and optimistic start. Proud after a good season. St. Al's reserve cagemen (front) are Ken George. Bob Pietraniec, Tom Schemanslce, Tom Kelly and Mike Bonkowslci. (Back) Nick Gientke, Joe Hall. G!enn Korzyn. Ed Birre'l, Coach Ji m Smith. Nick Gientke easily gets a shot away as Irish powerhouse Olchanski (55) and Stimech (35) wait anxiously for the rebound. With spirits high, Arrow cagemen, Bob Spencer, Tom Henn, Don Ternes, Dick Kelly and Mitch Sysko prepare to capture their one and or.ly victory of the regular season. Tense Championship Climaxes Intramural Action 201 Defeats 104 As the varsity basketball season draws to a climax, the competitive school spirit is rekindled with the advent of the intramural season. Excepting the varsity, the program offered all boys a chance to test their backyard playing ability. The swinging season came to one of the wildest closes in intramural history. The last of the senior rooms, 207, was elimi- nated in the final game by the juniors, 201, who then met the undefeated sopho- mores, 104, in the championship game. An elated student body watched the juniors capture victory in the last few seconds of play. When the skirmish ended, the upper- classmen vere the proud possessors of champions' title and trophy. With a sigh of relief. Room 201, Intramural Champions, proudly display their trophy. Kneeling: John Rimmel. Ralph Katofiasc, John Demers. Jim Potoczak, and Leo Gilhool. Standing: Mike Dodge. Bill Keller, Joe Rosalik, Chuck Burch, and Dick Alfonsi. Freshman Tom Kelly rips down the court flanked by Mike Bonkowski in a game during which Room 103 easily defeated Room 107 by a score of 33 to 21. Big Jim Duffy, one of I04’s sparkplugs, sinks this field goal for another tally which led his room to a berth in the championship game. 56 Fred Uchwat speeds over the ice as he _ _ - Hockey Accentuates Rugged Action, Incorporates Fancy Stick Handling Flashing blades skim over the mass of hard-packed ice as St. Al's most rugged sport is pursued—ice hockey. Since this is a fairly new undertaking at St. Al's, the full realization of the exhilaration experienced in its clutches can ,be known only to its participants. High school boys of Dearborn spon- sored by the Dearborn Chapter of the Loyal Order of Moose made up the opposition for the game repre- sented here. Coach Sequin outlines strategy to be used against Dearborn Moose with Smith, Young, and Borovslty. One of hockey's more gruelling moments occurs as Jjm Maxwell of Dearborn Moose Is viciously slammed Into the boards by Arrow's Bob Januzzi. Kneeling: Bob Januzzi, Lynn Young. Fred Uchwat. Gerry Borovsky. Jim Potoczak. and Ron Smith. Standing: Coach Sequin. Dave Sysko, Dennis Guyitt, Chuck Burch, Mike Fras, Chuck Mowat, and Nick Altesleben. 57 Track Speedsters Endure St. Alphonsus’ Gene Balawajder leads the pack home in the Catholic League cross-country meet at Palmer Park. Placing second is Jim Farris of St. Joseph. Our Arrow trackmen, relax before practice. Front row: Spencer, Fras. Balawajder, Kelly. Potoczak. Gilhool, Dorrington, Faja and Phillips. Back row: Altesleben, Rimmel, Katofiasc. D. Sysko. Tellerico, Ternes, Januzzi, G. Conflitti, Najmowicz, DeGrazia, Korzyn, M. Sysko. Standing: Coach Jim Smith. Gene Balawajder humbly accepts congratulations from coach Smith as the cross- country team Tom Gillissie. Mike Phillips. Mike iFras, Don Ternes and Nick Altesleben enviously eye his All-City track stripe. Coach Smith looks optimistically forward to the remaining season. 58 Emotional Strain, Fatigue Track, history's oldest sport, is catching on fast at St. Al's. Showing their deter- mination to win track meets and having the stamina to survive the vigorous prac- tice sessions, our trackmen have pat- terned their ideals after the famous Olympian, Pheidippides, 490 B.C. Al- though this is St. Al's third track season, our mighty runners have proved their ability in the 100, 220, and 440 yard dashes as well as numerous distance events in both city and state tourna- ments. Things look bright for upcoming hurdler Art Faja, as he takes a practice jump. Art placed fifth in the Michigan High School Athletic Association Regional Meet with a time of 15.5 for the 120 hurdles. Skip Dorrington and Nick Conflitti expertly pass the baton in relay practice. This winning combina- tion has placed in numerous meets. 59 Topping last year’s record, the varsity girls' basketball team forms their V of victory. Lorraine Hanses, Janet Hunt, Delphine Jakubiak, Chris Klimuzko. Darlene Zdun, co-captain Lois Daniels. Coach Pat Stump, co-captain Bernice Rygiel, Liz Beveridge, Pat McElligatt, Donna Schemanske. Ginny Stackable and Therese Kakaley. Jump Ball. bellows referee Irene Lazar as Janet Hunt jealously grasps the ball from Pat Conley of St. Mary’s of Redford. Teamwork Sparks, Carol Travis passes to Arrow Chris Wlodarczyk as Rustette Diane Breault tries vainly to block the pass. Student managers, Gayle Davis and Judy Mycek, seem pleased with the progress of the team and of the season. She made it! A victory in the malting, St. Al's reserve bench rises in an uproar as another two points register on the scoreboard. The slap of the basketball against the hard wood floor could be heard each Saturday morning as the girls' practice com- menced. Marked by the same spirit of sportsmanship, fair play, and the all-important will to win, the girls proved their ability with a successful season. Coached this year by Miss Patricia Stump, the girls made her initial year here one of complete accomplishment. The basketball continued to bounce as the intramural season got underway. The Seniors proved superior over the underclassmen as they played themselves to their championship. Bernice Rygiel lets one loose, es guards Jean Lippen and Joan Wismer of St. Gregory get on their toes in an attempt to block the shot. Victors Halt Foes Looking forward to varsity possibilities is the reserve team. Grace Valchino, Barb Pocock, Chris Wlodarczyk, Barb Trudell, Coach Pat Stump. Jean Soroka. Nancy Smulsky, Carol Carlin, Carol Travis. Marge Kakaley, Grace Hanses, Kathy Horrigan, Ann Hunt, and Judy Spitia. The '61 girls' intramural team provided thrills and comedy for the enthusiastic spectators. Standing: Rachelle Belanger, Gloria Corrieri, Mary Lietz. Pat Kolon, Kathy Stimach, Judy Mycek. Kneeling: Dorine Hanses. Judy Perry. Marilyn Ostrowski. Betty Lou Prisby, and Pat Misiak. 61 We're Comrades All In the geographic heart of Dear- born is, in a sense, one of our homes — the Youth Center. As the juniors enlarge their circle of ac- quaintances and acknowledge WE'RE COMRADES ALL, their emergence into young adulthood gives them a claim to social stat- ure. Taking advantage of the facil- ities of this recreational area are social chairman Sharon Greske, vice-president Marguerite Hoff- mann, social chairmen Janet Hunt and Richard Kelly, president Mi- chael Fras, secretary-treasurer James Potoczak. Activities Highlight Student Life The Clean-up Parade is a fitting climax to a year of hard work in the Dearborn City Beautiful Campaign. Dearborn's official flower, the petunia, provides a pleasing float background for Janet Telfer, Pat Kolon, Queen Judy Perry. Donna Schemanske and Rosaria Mer- lino, representatives of St. Alphonsus High School. These two roguish looking characters were part of the cast of ' Little Bop Riding Hood, a skit in- cluded in our annual spring concert. Bob Miedlar narrates the somewhat revised and modernized fairy tale; Joe Rosalik plays the supposed hero, Horace Highnote. Choric speaking, singing, interpretative dancing and the concert band join in a drama- tization of prophecies of the Incarnation contained in Holy Scripture. The objective of the student-produced pageant Emmanuel was to give the audience the proper attitude of preparation for the coming of the Savior. In their annual spring concert, the Choral club sing their praises to Mary, Patroness of Amer- ica, portrayed by Maureen O'Reilly. The con- cert, entitled Echoes of America, presented the past and present music of America and was dedicated to the Immaculate Conception. 64 No other event on the school calender can compete with the Homecoming Dance for an air of royal splendor and dignity. Following the royal waltz, the guard of honor and their escorts join the queen and her partner as the evening progresses with fun and festivity. After a freezing afternoon at the Home- coming game. Queen Donna, assisted by her ladies-in-waiting” Pat Kennedy and Mary Lietz, makes her way down from the float. Fouc girls speaking at one time is a common occurrence for the opening day of school. Joan Miller, Loretta Kopicko, Mary Conley, and Alice Vogt hold an animated conversation as they talk over the varied experiences of the summer. I wonder just what Loretta is telling Alice! Are you sure? queries Mary Whitmore about her new homeroom number on the opening day of school. Margaret Kilmartin. finger to face, checks to make sure while Lucy Tambeau. Janet Hoffmann. Margaret Short, and Kathleen Carlin continues searching Tom Henn's list for their names. The brief walk home is one of the high points in the day of Dennis Cebulski, Judy Murphy. Raymond Groske, Jean DeLaronde, Robert Sheppard, Gerald Kerpet, Loretta Kopicko, Thomas Gerski. Frank Wojcik. and Richard Alfonsi as they compare experiences and relate the events of the day. The broken leg of Bill McShane provides a bit of fun for his sympathetic classmates. Barbara Pocock artistically autographs his cast, while Ed Birrell, Cynthia Centowski. Bon- nielyn Suder. Jim Duffy, Jerry Conflitti. Fred B'alczyk and Richard Tabaczynski view the procedure with a good bit of reserved sophomore amusement. Not everyone is lucky enough to travel in such high style, but some students find a car very convenient as they travel the wearisome road to and from school. Pre- paring to invade Dave and Mitch Sysko's 66 Adding variety to the final basketball game, the varsity girls team up to produce a half- time skit, Basketball through the Ages. Boosted by a chair, Lorraine Hanses prepares for a iump ball. Boosted by Christine K'imuszko, Virginia Stackable attempts to outreach Lor- raine. Inevitably, neither girl managed to hit the ball. Superior intelligence is evidenced as Frank Belyan reads the unparalleled Arrow. Betty Kolon. Nancy Spinelle, Christine Przuchorski, Marie Missel. Ronald Kolasa, Greg Scoda. Joyce Pusker, Susan Na|mowicz, Susan Cipkowski and (facing the group) Walter Klimek conduct an intensive search in their textbooks to find the right word to describe the Arrow. limousine are Pat Weeg, Patricia Tallon, Geraldine Haldas and Loretta Kopicko. Dennis Guyitt gallantly opens the door for Mary Sue Rubini and Jean DeLaronde. A lively discussion between Duncan Cameron and William Martz brings laughter to the faces of Michael DeGrazia and Stephen Way. It might have something to do with that Intra mural game between 107 and 108. Although freshmen occupy the bleachers at pep meetings, their enthusiasm is far above iast place. Here they unite their vocal forces in a spirited V-l-C-T-O-R-Y cry. 67 God Hear Our Cal! The American Road, Dearborn, Michigan, designates the home for administrative offices of Ford Mo- tor Company. The seniors, cog- nizant of the immediate future, invoke God's help through the powerful words, GOD HEAR OUR CALL. As they take the decisive step into the world of to- morrow, WHEN THE BATTLE IS OVER AND WON, may they find that their HEARTS WILL BE IN VICTORY. Pondering these vital truths are social chairmen Da- vid Miotke and Patricia Kennedy, vice-president Mary Lietz, social chairman Frank Franchi, president Thomas Henn, social chairman Donna Schemanske. Mary Altier Kathleen Anielak Kathleen Appleby The ROOTS of the Class of '61 were embedded into high school life when, as FRESHMEN . . . faculty, parents, and students were introduced on Freshman Night the Class of '58 compelled us to wear school uniforms to the first football game; all survived the Asian Flu Diane Butslce we watched, wide-eyed, the crowning of Homecoming Queen Agnes Lietz disguised as Indians and glitterbugs, we participated in the city-clean-up parade; our dance, April Showers, united us in work and spirit. John Cavanaugh Susan Condron Andrew Cameron 71 72 Edgar Dorrington Arthur Faja Mary Fitch Elaine Flowers Frank Franchi 73 Gary Girard Frances Guastella Dennis Guyitt Arthur Hansen The STEM of the Class of '61 came forth during SOPHOMORE days when . . . we introduced name tags at our Blue Moon dance; leotards were the fad at the roller-skating party; the honorable members of the Class of '59 were our guests at the sophomore-senior breakfast Thomas Henn Martin Heifer 74 Kathleen Horger Lottie Jaroszynski Myra Janssen Delphine Jakubiak we earned first place in the Catholic Magazine Drive our girl athletes defeated the seniors in an intramural victory arrayed in green knee socks and little-girl bows we marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade. Chester Jatkoe Dennis Johnson 75 Janet Kolosa Jack Kaiser V Patricia Kelly Patricia Kennedy Patricia Kenny Patricia Kolon Theresa Kakaley Diane Kelley Cynthia Kott Theodora Kotz Robert Kress Barbara Kullman Peter Lemire Richard Liskiewicz Mary Lietz Constance Loch William Locker The BUDS of the Class of '61 appeared when, as JUNIORS . . . we settled the dispute over the selection of class rings autumn opened with our Rustic Ramble dance English III classes dramatized MARTY Thomas Martz Frederick Mazur 78 Pamela Miller we earned parts in the first high school Christmas play, Emmanuel our gym was transformed into a ballroom for our prom, The Golden Fantasy we persuaded the forthcoming freshmen to sponsor a free car wash for the future seniors. Robert Najmowici 80 Barbara Otto Donald Parcheta Constance Plante 81 Eugene Quinlan Edward Reska Walter Rodak The BLOOM of the Class of '61 finally flourished in our SENIOR year when . . . we legitimately won the yelling contest in utter silence donning caps and gowns for the first time, we celebrated the Feast of Christ the King her Majesty Queen Donna Schemanske reigned regally over our Homecoming weekend Patricia Salois Gerald Sabo 82 Donna Schemanske Ronald Semanisin Darlene Schilling Raymond Senkus on Ring Day we experienced a preview of the sentiments that would be ours on Graduation Day we enjoyed the companionship of the juniors in the finale of our school-related social events in cap and gown, we humbly yet proudly, entered St. Alphonsus Church to receive our coveted diplomas. Paul Skotcher Ronald Smith 83 Margaret Stencel Edward Trotz Dennis Vondrak Carol Wafer Karen Ward Robert White Frederick Uchwat James Trudell Bernard Wendt Jeanette Wrona Ronald Yaszek Carol Zielinski Barbara Zolna A once-in-a-lifetime thrill makes the hearts of the class of '61 beat just a little faster as Sister Marie Ruth, prin- cipal, presents president Tom Henn with cap and gown at the senior investiture ceremony. Senior Activities Recall Pleasant Memories The realization of the importance of being a senior began to be evident in the measuring for caps and gowns. The fulness of this experience was ours at the cap and gown presentation when the seniors of '61 were officially recog- nized by faculty and student body. The first social activity on the calendar, the senior dance, found our class set- ting the example of working and play- ing together. In rapid succession a whirl of activities began — activities that were social, spiritual, educational, ath- letic. The memories of this year, coupled to those of the preceding three years, reached a climax with graduation night. The suspense as the seniors await that longed-for moment to publicly don cap and gown for the first time must have been endless. Then the grand moment of that first academic procession erased the anxiety and brought self-conscious smiles as they passed friends and faculty. Perhaps a little unsure but very ob- viously happy, the seniors are invested in their caps and gowns. Some anxiously begin the process while the others eag- erly await their name; all agree that it was worth waiting for three years to gain this honor. Their very first time and already they look like pros! The senior class makes its first formal appearance at the Honor Convocations Ceremony and begins to get the real feeling of their caps and gowns as they stand proudly while the remainder of the class proceeds up the aisle. 87 Senior Activities continued The senior stock of midnight oil often dwindled dangerously when extra assignments called for late-hour work. Rich Liskiewicz and Martin Heifer finish up one last trig problem before quitting for the night. Preceding the first basketball game, student enthusiasm and team effort were spirited by a pep meeting. Senior cheerleaders Pat Kennedy and Mary Altier successfully participated in a crying skit in an effort to arouse the student body. The response of laughter and cheers was a deserving recompense for the efforts of our cheerleaders. The cameraman caught seniors Ed Reska. Sue Condron, Fred Uchwat. Bob Malicki (back row), Dennis Vondrak and Kathy Anielak in this casual pose at Hemlock Park. St. Alphonsus students can often be seen at Hemlock taking advantage of the park's recreational facilities. 88 Solemnity prevails amid the seniors as they have their class rings blessed by Father Granger during the Ring Day ceremonies. Serious faces reflect serious thoughts as they think of an- other day that they will come to this altar — to receive their well- earned diploma. Intermission at the senior dance. Senti- mental Journey, provides a chance’ for discussion among the senior students. The droll wit of Raymond Senkus brings a favor- able response from his colleagues Rachelle Belanger. Bernice Rygiel, Judy Czerwienski, Ed Trotz and Ann Tambeau. The Varsity Club, prior to a football game, went all out in its efforts to entertain the students at a pep meeting. Eugene Balawajder officiates at The Marriage of a Foot- ball Hero. While gridiron champ Freddie Uchwat espouses famed debutante Tom Henn, Daniel Rogowski witnesses the affair but is blinded by its brilliance. Maid of honor, Bob Kress and best man. Arthur Hansen smile at the beaming bride. Delphine Jakublak demonstrates a boarding house reach as she comments on a picture of her unseen friend. Edith Bonkowski looks on with little interest as Fran Guastella -ignores the whole situation and continues eating her apple. 89 going to live better than ever before ... electrically! Wtyiii im Ziiln' ' iiaiiiu tlJ 3lJl U ioritB.lu uitrir You, today’s graduate, are entering an exciting new era where you will live better than any generation has ever lived before—the era of all-electric living. Your all-electric home for example, thanks to time-saving electric equipment and appliances, will allow you and your family more time to enjoy life together. Your job will be smoother too. Electricity, in everything from office equip- ment to heavy machinery, will lighten your work—make it more enjoyable. If you decide on further education, your field of study may well be related to electricity. Perhaps someday, as a scientist or technician, you will even lend your knowledge to further mold the all-electric world of tomorrow. But wherever the future finds you, whatever your place in life, electricity will be there to help you live better than ever before—live better electrically. DETROIT EDISON PROVIDES SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN WITH VERSATILE ELECTRIC ENERGY 90 AROUND THE CORNER A milestone's about to happen. Your gradua- tion marks a decisive period in your life. Behind is an important, formative period of learning. And ahead? The course is yours to choose, whether it be more study or the start of a career. We at Michigan Consolidated Gas Company join friends and family in wishing you well in your new adventures . . . hoping that your new- worlds-to-conquer outlook never dims. MICHIGAN CONSOLIDATED GAS COMPANY 91 A whole new world of flavor awaits you at the GOLDEN BOY DONUT SHOP, 13251 W. Warren, Dearborn. LUzon 1-8147. The shop's famous 42 varieties complicate matters for Patricia O'Neil. Ann Marie Barr, and James Bishop. Loretta Jermont, clerk, comes to their rescue. Be it hamburgers or malts, hot dogs or cokes, you will always be satisfied with the service received at HENRY'S. Lynn Root, Dorothy Schewe and Gregory Kott, stopping in for an after school snack, are served by Joseph {Jurdak at HENRY'S, 11635 Greenfield. Detroit. Michigan. 92 To do your best begin with the best,' the best can be bought at McCaffrey’s. Lu Anne Pruneau, Leslie Campau and Marilyn Pilarcik recognize the high quality products sold at McCAFFREY OFFICE SUPPLIES. 10622 West Warren. Dearborn. LUzon 6-7070. Mrs. Leroy McCaffrey assists these freshmen in their selections. See, it is real, Kay Trudell boasts as Elaine Krych and Mary Pachucki stare incredulously at the anthurium flower. Clerk Steve Bien iek not only affirms her statement but encourages the girls to examine the wide variety of plants at ANTON REGNER NURSERY—LAND- SCAPING FLOWER SHOP located at 7845 Schaefer Road, Dearborn. LUzon 2-5758. 93 Donald McPhail and Richard Tabaczynski lend a helping hand to Tony DeMink as he makes his daily delivery to St. Alphonsus School. Susan DeFrain. Priscilla Salois and Margaret Scott are well aware of the high quality milk at FARM MAID DAIRY, 1443 Fenkell, Detroit. Mich.. VEnice 7-6000. The students at St. Alphonsus are always hungry and CHRIS' PIZZERIA and RESTAURANT has plenty of pizza to satisfy their appetites. Joan Plante. Patricia Owen. Eileen Musson and Noreen Moore marvel at the masterpiece Mario Piccirilli creates with apparent ease. Less than a block from school at 13640 W. Warren. CHRIS' offers delicious pizzas which can be enjoyed there or at home by phoning LUzon 2-1205. 94 Anything from the common aspirin to the latest medical discovery can be found at the MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY located at 7421 Michigan. Vlnewood 1-7242. Mr. John Radkte, proprietor, shows Sandra Kowalski one of the supplies in stock while Tom Cusick. Camille Modzelewski and Mary Juszczyk (not facing camera) inspect a new vaporizer. Larry Wasick and Ed Glinski stand and discuss the demand of the public for high qualify products and prompt service which the Medical Center guarantees its customers. It’s a pretty important decision, young lady- choosing your job. Of course you’ll want a good starting salary with the opportunity for regular increases, pleasant sur- roundings, paid vacations, a chance to make new friends and all the other things that will make your work enjoyable. But you’re probably looking for something beyond these benefits—a job with an opportunity for you to make a real contribution, and one that can give you pride and satisfaction in your accomplish- ments. There may be a job like this for you at the tele- phone company. You might qualify as a telephone operator, or a teller, a cashier, or a clerk—these are just some of the many interesting jobs other graduates from your school have found at Michigan Bell. And there’s advancement in every one of these posi- tions for the girl who's interested in getting ahead. What next? Why not visit Michigan Bell's Em- ployment Office and see. We’ll be looking for you. MICHIGAN BELL Telephone Company “A Friendly Place to Work 95 KENNY ELECTRIC For service that satisfies. call KENNY ELECTRIC COMPANY located at 13150 S. Morrow Circle, LUzon 2-0532 or Tiffany 6-4175. The two girls pictured with Mr. James Kenny, owner, are his freshman daughter Monica and senior daughter Patricia. 96 HANCOCK STEEL Mr. Joseph Gorno, vice-president of the Hancock Steel Company, acquaints his visitors with first-hand information. The boys, top workers for our advertising section, are Nick Conflitti, Dave Sysko, Michael Fras, Dick Kelly and Mitchell Sysko. HANCOCK STEEL, located at 4086 Michigan Avenue. TAshmoo 5-4640, deals in high quality coil and sheet steel. 97 The booklet that Mr. Edmund Lesney is holding is of obvious interest to Donna Pemmit and Larry Gilsdorf. The LESNEY FUNERAL HOME is located at 13201 W. Warren, LUzon 1-0200. Business Patrons ATLAS THEATER CITY CAMERA SHOP JOHN FISH, ATTORNEY 15832 Plymouth 7116 Greenfield 14940 Michigan VE 5-0630 Tl 6-4046 LU 1-1618 BARRIE STORE COLONIAL ELECTRIC A FRIEND 15139 W. Warren 3816 35tl Street TA 5-0820 BROWN'S- DRUGSTORE GERRY'S PARTY SHOPPE 14905 Tireman DO-DROP-INN 8320 Greenfield LU 1-6880 19810 W. Warren Tl 6-3966 LU 1-9382 BUDNY'S SHOES GIRL FRIDAY ENTERPRISE 4915 Schaefer ESTELLE'S DELICATESSEN 6447 Orchard LU 1-4086 13119 W. Warren Tl 6-4840 LU 1-7820 CASS LOCK SERVICE GORNO BROS., TRENTON 3524 Third Street FAIRLANE PARTY SHOPPE Jim Slater TE 2-7867 12818 W. Warren LU 1-8200 LU 4-5645 CHASE HARDWARE GORNO BROS., TRENTON 5918 Chase BOB FORD, INC. Jim Slater LU 2-0010 14585 Michigan Tl 6-5000 LU 4-5645 98 Business Patrons GREENFIELD CLEANERS McIntosh flowers SHORE'S CAFE 13720 W. Warren 13501 W. Warren 13200 W. Warren LU 2-4500 LU 1-2030 LU 1-9210 DR. AND MRS. A. F. GUSFA NORMAN QUICK SERVICE STAN'S PASTRY SHOP 14800 Tireman 10626 W. Warren HANSES HARDWARE LU 2-9800 LU 1-5702 18220 W. Warren LU 1-2525 PARKER TOOL BEN THEISEN FLOWERS 5660 Harvey 6307 Chase FRANK JAWORSKI VI 2-1911 LU 1-3505 13742 W. Warren Tl 6-8533 PIONEER BAR VINCE'S MARKET JAY KAY BAR 7235 Greenfield 10041 W. Warren LU 1-9376 10840 Plymouth TE 4-6600 JOHNNY'S REAL ESTATE ROYAL'S BARBER SHOP WARREN-SCHAEFER GULF 13143 W. Warren 18501 W. Warren 16832 W. Warren LU 2-3181 LU 1-0265 LU 1-9666 MALISZWESKI REAL ESTATE 13346 W. Warren LU 1-4329 ST. CHRISTOPHER'S USHERS' CLUB WHITE STAR TRUCKING 1750 Southfield DU 2-9000 SHINNER'S MEAT MANOR HOUSE GIFT SHOP 4857 Scharfer DR. YORK, OPTOMETRIST 12830 W. Warren Tl 5-5017 4927 Schaefer LU 2-0033 Social Patrons Tl 6-6390 Mr. and Mrs. David Anderson Intramural Champions, '61 Mrs. Bernadine Appleby Gilhook, Katofiasco, Potoczak, Audio-Visual Club Burch, Rosalik, Keller, Rimmel, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Balawajd er Alfonsi, Dodge, Demers. Barb and Steve Janssen Family Mr. Paul Brimo Mr. and Mrs. Walter Jaroszynski Carol and Larry Jets Club of St. Alphonsus Carol and Russ Helen A. Johnson Mrs. Therese Conley Junior and Senior Boys' Sodality Judy Czerwienski Juniors, Room 201 Mr. and Mrs. Drobot Juniors, Room 202 Mr. and Mrs. Clemens Faja Juniors, Room 204 Barbara Ann Felcher Junior Sacristans Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Fitch Junior Traffic Safety Council Freshmen, Room 102 Herman Kaiser Family Freshmen, Room 107 Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Kakaley Freshmen Boys'—Room 108 Freshmen Girls'—Room 108 Karen and Mel Mr. and Mrs. Kilmartin Mr. and Mrs. William Fundaro Lori '61 Future Nurses' Club Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lyons Future Teachers' Club Marilyn and Rich Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Gilsdorf Mary A. Keefe Girls' Athletic Association Mr. and Mrs. S. E. MeGann Girls' High School Sodality Mr. and Mrs. Rocco Merlino Mr. and Mrs. Alan R. Guyitt Mr. and Mrs. John A. Miller Mr. and Mrs. William Hanses Mr. and Mrs. James P. Miotke Mr. and Mrs. Harvey L. Hathon Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Mydlowski 99 Social Patrons National Honor Society Senior Girls' Intramural Champs Mr. and Mrs. John Oliverio Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Shevock Mr. and Mrs. James O'Reilly The Shomaks Mr. and Mrs. John O'Reilly Sophomores, Room 101 Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Pachucki Sophomores, Room 103 Mr. and Mrs. Harry Pierson Sophomores, Room 104 Mr. and Mrs. Max Ramboff Student Council Reserve Cheerleaders Tom and Sue Bill Romanski, '59 Varsity Cheerleaders Mr. and Mrs. Felix Romanski Mr. and Mrs. Jack Vaughn St. Alphonsus Concert Band Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Vogt St. Alphonsus P.T.A. Den Vondrak St. Alphonsus Varsity Club Carol L. Wafer Schola Cantorum Mrs. John Wesol Seniors, Room 207 Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wrona Seniors, Room 209 Yearbook Staff Seniors, Room 210 Carol Zielinski The 1961 Arrow Staff Theodora Kotz Editor-in-Chief Jeanette Wrona Co-Editor Donna Schemanske Lay-Out Editor Barbara DeLong Chief Copy Writers Maureen O'Reilly Lottie Jaroszynski Business Manager Typists: Sports: Mary Conley Lawrence Gilsdorf Alice Vogt William Keller Daniel Rogowski Advertising: Nicholas Conflitti, Michael Fras, Leo Gilhool, Richard Kelly, David Sysko, 1 Mitchell Sysko Copy Writers: Mary Cameron, Dennis Cebulski, Robert Hathon, Gail Hopkinson, Mar- garet Laskowski, Evelyn Rodak, Joseph Shevock, Sylvia Zabinski. 100 INDEX —A— Adams, Angela 67 Adams Patricia 67 Alfonsi. Judith 19 Alfonsi. Richard 13. 66 Altesleben. Nicholas 44. 48, 57, 58 Altier, Mary 44. 53, 70. 88 Anielak Kathleen 70 Appleby. Kathleen 18. 33 70 Audio-Visual Club 45 —B— Babe'. Molly 53 Balawajder, Eugene 42, 54, 58. 70 Barr, Anne 92 Barrett, Robert 44. 51, 52. 70 Batozynski. Lawrence 32, 33 Battle, Carolyn 16 Belanger, Rachelle 44, 61, 70, 89 Belyan, Frank 67 Bessinger. Lorraine 20, 26 Beveridge. Elizabeth 60 Blalczyk, Fredrick 3 1, 36 Bieniek, Steven 93 Birrell. Edward 34. 44. 50, 66 Bishop Alexander Zaleski 6 Bishop, James 67, 92 Blasko, Carol 33 Bochenek, Judith 30 Bonkowski, Edith 24, 37, 71, 89 Bonkowski, Michael 13, 55 Borovsky, Gerald 50, 57 Botruff, Carolyn 33 Bourgoise. Daniel 30 Bourgoise. Richard 30 Bourseleth, Thomas 30, 32. 33 Bradley, Brian 67 Braun, Laura 16 Breault, Diane 60 Brege, Paul 24 Brown, Mary 17, 71 Burch, Charles 33. 42, 48. 57 Burdak. Joseph 92 Butske. Diane 71 —c— Cameron, Andrew 71 Cameron, Duncan 50, 67 Cameron, Mary 38 Campau, Leslie 67, 93 Cannizzaro, Elizabeth 40 Carlin, Carol 61 Carlin, Kathleen 16. 66 Carney, James 21, 50 Carney, Joseph 44, 51, 54 Carroll, Thomas 30 Catechists 42 C.S.M.C. 43 Cavanaugh, John 14. 71 Cebulski, Dennis 39. 66 Centkowski, Cynthia 43. 66 Cipkowski, Susan 67 Calquhoun, Margaret 47 Condron, Susan 71, 88 Conflitti, Gerald 50. 54, 59, 66 Conflitti. Nicholas 20. 39, 42, 97 Conley, Mary 39. 66 Conley, Patricia 60 Corrieri, Gloria 17. 61, 72 Cragg. James 28 Cremen, Kathleen 26 Crowley, William 20 Cusick. Thomas 95 Czerniak, Norbert 24 Czerwienski. Florence 30. 32, 33 Czerwienski. Judith 32, 37, 72, 89 Czerwienski. Phyllis 28, 32. 33 —D— Dainty. Thomas 33, 42. 72 Daniels, Lois 44, 60. 72 Davis, Gayle 44, 60 DeFrain, Susan 25, 94 DeGrazia. James 34. 50, 59 DeGrazia, Michael 67 DeLaronde, Carol 21, 26 DeLaronde, Jean 66, 67 DeLong, Barbara 17, 38, 46, 72 DeMerchant. Mr. Barton 42 Latin, Schola DeMink, Mr. Tony 94 Demers, John 22 Dialek, Joan 16 Dobiesz, Terence 30 Dobrowolski, Thomas 13 Dodge. Michael 21, 36 Dombrowski. Christine 20, 33. 40. 67 Dombrowski, Joanne 36 Dorrington, Colleen 19 Dorrington, Edgar 13, 44, 58, 72 Dorrington, Mary 30. 44 Dragula, Loretta 15 Duffy, James 27. 66 Dunigan, Mary Ann 16, 42, 72 —E— Early, Thomas 33 Ellena, Phyllis 28 Esper, Catherine 25 Esper, Richard 16 Ewald, Veronica 31 —F— Fader, Daniel 25 Faja Arthur 36, 46. 58, 72 Farris, James 58 Fazekas, Gerald 3 I Felcher, Barbara 33 Fiedor, Christine 23 Fitch, Mary 16, 73 Flowers, Elaine 33, 73 Flynn. Daniel 54 Franchi, David 13 Franchi, Frank 42, 73 Fras. Michael 42. 44, 50. 97 Fultz, Robert 67 Future Nurses' Ciub 47 Future Teachers' Club 45 —G— Gajor, Walter 73 Geisinger, Lorraine 17, 73 George. Kenneth 51, 55 Gerbig. Miss Jessie 22 Gerski, Thomas 12. 66 Gientke, Nicholas 10. 23, 51. 55 Gilhool, Leo 38, 44, 58 Gill. JoAnn 33 Gilleran, Thomas 67 Gillissie. Nancy 47. 67 Gillissie, Thomas 21, 58 Gilsdorf, Lawrence 39, 40, 42, 98 Girard, Gary 73 Girard. Robert 25 Girls' Athletic Association 44 Glinski. Edward 95 Godard, Thomas 31 Goralski, Paul 73 Gorno, Mr. Joseph 97 Gray. Nancy 29. 33 Greski, Sharon 33 Groske, Raymond 66 Groske, Timothy 21 Grzena, Lorraine 67 Guastella, Frances 16, 73. 89 Gurtowsky, Lawrence 54 Guyitt, Dennis 14, 57. 67, 74 —H— Haldas, Geraldine 67 Hall, Joseph 45. 55 Hansen. Arthur 74. 89 Hanses, Dorine 44, 61, 74 Hanses, Grace 44, 61 Hanses, Lorraine 19, 60. 67 Harbrecht, Joanne 33. 39 Hartmus, Eleanor 33 Hathon, Robert 21, 39 Hayek, Sandra 67 Healy. James 50, 67 Heifer, Bruce 25 Heifer, Martin 74, 88 Henn. Thomas 41. 54. 74, 89 Herter, Joseph 32, 33, 36 Hoffmann, Janet 26, 53, 66 Hoffman. Marguerite 33, 37 Hopkinson, Gail 20, 38 Horger. Kathleen 16, 74 Horrigan, Candace 33 Horrigan, Kathleen 61, 67 Hunt, Ann 27, 61 Hunt. Janet 33, 44. 46. 60 —J— Jakubiak, Delphine 44, 60, 75, 89 Jankowski, Donald 21 Januzzi. Robert 33, 50, 57, 59 Janssen, Myra 17, 75 Jaroszynski. Lottie 37, 38, 75 Jatkoe, Chester 22, 75 Jermont, Loretta 92 Johnson, Diana 75 101 INDEX Johnson, Dennis 75 Juszczyk, Mary 67. 95 —K— Kakaley, Margaret 10, 6! Kakaley, Theresa 17, 44, 60, 76 Kaiser, Diane 28, 33 Kaiser, Jack 33, 42, 76 Kanderz, Joan 28 Katofiasc. Ralph 20, 50. 58 Keller, Claudia 21. 33 Keller. William 37, 39, 42 Kelley. Diane 24. 33. 36. 76 Kelly. Patricia 22, 76 Kelly. Richard 37, 42, 50, 58 Kelly. Thomas 10, 13. 51. 54 Kendziora, Dianne 36, 44, 53 Kennedy, Patricia 33, 44, 53. 65 Kenny, Mr. James 96 Kenny, Monica 67, 96 Kenny. Patricia 76. 96 Kerpet, Gerald 13, 66 Kilmartin, Margaret 22, 66 Klein. Christina 23, 67 Klimek, Christine 67 Klimuszko. Christine 44. 60. 67 Kline, Mr. David 24, 50, 54 Geography. History Athletic Coach Kobielski, Cathleen 27 Kolon, Patricia 36. 41, 64, 76 Kolon, Betty Jean 67 Kolosa. Janet 17. 76 Kolosa. Ronald 67 Kopicko, Loretta 66, 67 Korzyn, Glenn 50, 55, 59 Kott, Gregory 92 Kott. Cynthia 77 Kotz, Theodora 25. 37. 38. 77 Kovach, Dr. Edith 29 Kowalski, Sandra 95 Kozleski, Albert I 5 Kozlowski, Edward 15 Kress. Robert 77, 89 Krych. Elaine 20, 27. 93 Kukla, Kristine 15 Kullman, Barbara 77 Kuzyns, Geraldine 22 —L— Lala. Robert 24 Lakowski, Brain 44, 50 Lakomy. Felix 33, 42 Lamb. Barbara 16 Lamerato, Frances 15, 33 Langan, Michael 28. 51 Laskowski. Margaret 38 Lazar, Irene 60 Lechowicz, Carol 21 Lehr, Douglas 15 Lemire, Peter 29, 43, 77 Lepping, Thomas 33. 51 Lewis. Rosemary 33 Liefa, Mary 44, 61, 65. 77 Lippen, Jean 61 Liskiewicz, Richard 71. 88 Livo, Ann 21 Lloyd, Kathryn, 36, 53 Loch, Constance 77 Locker, William 78 Ludwig. Cynthia 15, 67 Luke. Richard 44, 51 —M— Mack, Marilyn 45 Maegerlein. Marie 17. 33. 78 Maegerlein, John 45 Majek, Bernadine 26 Majek, Judith 33 Malicki, Robert 78 Marciniak. Kenneth 32. 33 Marietti, Paul 67 Martz, Thomas 14, 78 Martz, William 13, 67 Maset, Dolores 25. 78 Matuszak, Leonard 44, 51, 52, 54 Mazur, Fredrick 32, 33, 78 Mazur, Thomas 32, 33 McCaffery, Mrs. Leroy 92 McCleer, Margaret 67 McCormick, Susan 22 McElligatt. Patricia 44, 60 McGann, Bonita 22, 79 McGuire, Mrs. Louise 17 Office Secretary McKenna. Mary 22 McNeil, James 19 McPhail, Donald 94 McShane, William 33, 42, 66 Melford. Darlene 33, 79 Melford, Janice 47 Merlino. Rosaria 64 Miedlar, Donna 26 Miedlar. Robert 64 Miller, Joan 20. 66 Miller, Judy 10 Miller. Pamela 79 Minne, Marilyn 9 Miotke, David 33, 42, 79 Miotke, Michael 19 Misiak, Patricia 53, 61, 79 Missel, Marie 25, 67 Modzelewski, Camille 95 Modrzejewski. Robert 24 Moore, Noreen 94 Mowat, Charles 44. 57 Murphy, Judith 16. 66 Musson, Eileen 94 Musson, Thomas 32 Mycek, Judith 44, 60, 61, 79 Mycek, Mary Jo 80 Mydlowski, Dianne 36 Mydlowski, Robert 33 —N— Najmowicz, Robert 14, 48, 59, 80 Najmowicz, Susan 67 National Honor Society 37 Neme, Claire 20. 53 Nowakowski, Lawrence 50 Nowaczyk. Pamela 29, 45 —o— Oddo, Mr. Frank 33 Instrumentalist Olchanski. William 55 Oliverio, Carmine 18, 80 O’Neil. Patricia 67, 92 O'Neil, Patrick 33 O’Reilly. Ann 19. 67 O'Reilly, Kathleen 14, 67 O’Reilly. Mary 29. 33, 41 O'Reilly. Maureen 36, 39, 41. 8( Ortman, Margaret 33, 47 Ortman, Michael 15 Ostrowski. Marilyn 36, 37, 61, 81 Otto, Barbara 80 Owen, Patricia 28, 94 Ozimkowski. Cheryl 33, 37, 47 —p— Pachucki, Judith 80 Pachucki, Mary 93 Parko. Edward 67 Pascoe. Sharon 16 Parcheta, Donald 80 Pemmitt, Donna 98 Perry, Judith 36, 46, 61, 81 Peszynski, Marilyn 15 Peterson, Kathleen 34 Phillips, Lloyd 67 Phillips, Michael 42, 44. 58 Picirilli, Mr. Mario 94 Pierson, Mrs. Kathryn 18 Librarian Pietraniec. Robert 23, 55 Pilarcik. Marilyn 67, 93 Piotrowski, Darlene 43 Plante, Constance 14, 26, 37, 81 Plante, Joan 94 Plante, Paul 34 Pocock, Barbara 26, 61, 66 Pocock, Donald 51,81 Posner, James 67 Potoczak, James 21, 44, 57, 58 Prisby, Elizabeth 61, 68 Pruneau. LuAnne 67, 93 Przuchorski, Christine 67 Pusker, Joyce 67 —9— Quillinan, Michael 81 Quinlan, Eugene 8 I —R— Racey, Maryann 67 Radtke, Mr. John 95 Randinitis, Joseph 67 Ratke, Mary 67 Reminder, Lynn 43. 81 Reska, Edward 81, 88 Reverend, Francis Granger 7 Reverend, Joseph Jacyna 7 Reverend, Thomas McAnoy 22 102 INDEX Reverend, Leon Page 7, 23 Reverend, Harold Wolf 7 Rimmel, John 31, 58 Roch. Raymond 24 Rodalc, Eileen 33 Rodak. Evelyn 33, 38 Rodak, Gerald 33 Robak, Susan 67 Rodak, Walter 32. 33, 82 Rogowski, Daniel 39. 42, 82. 89 Ro|ek, Karen 34 Romanski, Diane 25 Root, Lynn 67, 92 Rosa, James 32, 33 Rosalik. Eunice 14 Rosalik. Joseph 64 Rosinski, Gary 23, 24, 33 Rcssow, Carol 33. 40 Rubini, Mary Sue 67 Rumpz. Helen 19 Rygiel. Bernice 36, 44. 82, 89 —S— Sabo, Gera'd 36, 41, 52, 82 Salois. Patricia 82 Salois, Priscilla 94 Sarnowski. Carol 9 Sartor, Sandra 33, 44 Savage. Suzanne 30 Schemanske, Thomas 27, 43, 55 Schemanske, Donna 25, 44, 65. 82 Schewe, Dorothy 92 Schikora, John 14 Schilling, Darlene 83 Sch'aff. Richard 33 Schmidt, Susan 47 Schola 42 Scoda, Gregory 25, 67 Scott, Margaret 94 Seasock, Jacqueline 33 Semanisin. Ronald 83 Senkus. Raymond 24, 37, 83. 89 Sequin, Mr. Joseph 57 Seymour, Mary Beth 9 Shaw, Harriet 32. 33, 43 Sheppard Robert 31, 66 Shevock, Joseph 39 Shoup, Mary 23 Short, Margaret 66 Sienkiewicz, Irene 15 Sierota. John 21 Sister Alice Anne, O.P. 31 Religion, Mathematics Sister Carol Anne, O.P. 27 Religion, Mathematics, Science, Art Sister Helen Ann, O.P. 26 Religion, Clothing, Commercial Sister John Thomas. O.P. 20 Religion, English Sister Marie Annette. O.P. 18 Religion, English Sister Marie Irene, O.P. 39 Religion, Latin, English Sister Marie Ruth, O.P. 8, 46, 86 Principal Sister Marion, O.P. 24 Religion, History, Mathematics Sister Mary Hilda, O.P. 12 Assistant principal, Religion, Science. Mathematics Sister Mary Mercita, O.P. 16 Religion, Commercial Sister Miriam Joseph, O.P. 28 Religion. Latin, English Sister Mary Seraphim, O.P. 32 Choral, Band, Piano Sister Therese Ann, O.P. 14 Religion, Science, Drafting Sister Thomas Cecile, O.P. 47 Religion, Science. Mathematics Skotcher, Paul 24, 36, 43, 83 Skutnicki, James 67 Slahunek, Mary Ellen 67 Slesinski, Rita 26, 83 Smith, Mr. James 55, 58 Smith, Pat 51 Smith, Ronald 14, 44, 57, 83 Smulsky, Nancy 61 Sorek, Casimer 14, 84 Sniezyk, Gail 20. 26 Soave, Daniel 30 Sobiechowski, Carole 34 Sodality 40. 41 Soroka, Jean 33, 61 Sosnowski. Leonard 30 Spencer, Robert 54, 55, 58 Spinelle, Nancy 67 Spitza, Judith 61 Stackable, Virginia 33, 44, 60. 67 Stasek, Cynthia 32, 33 Stasie. JoAnn 23 Stencel. Margaret 84 Stencel, Richard 19 Stimach, Carolyn 26, 53 Stimach, Kathryn 44, 53, 61, 84 Stimech, Thomas 55 Studders, Catherine 33, 84 Student Council 36 Suder, Bonnielyn 15, 66 Suder, Sharron 33, 84 Sudnick, Cynthia 23 Sulkowski. Constance 28 Sulkowski. Valerie 67 Susalla, Roger 13, 67 Swain, Kenneth 33 Sysko, David 28. 38. 44. 52 Sysko, Mitchell 28, 38. 44. 52 —T— Tabaczyndki, Richard 32, 33, 66, 94 Tallon, Parricia 67 Tambeau. Anne 14, 32, 37, 89 Tambeau, Lucy 30. 66 Tarnacki, William 24, 31, 84 Teed, Elmer 18, 50 Telfer, Janet 12, 20, 44, 64 Tellerico, Frank 58, 84 Tellerico, Karen 67 Tenaglia, Richard 33 Ternes. Donald 55, 58 Terrault, Marylou 25 Theort, Thomas 37, 43, 84 Thomas, Carole 19 Tokarz. William 67 Tokoly, Mary 28 Topolewski, Richard 10, 32, 33 Travis, Carolyn 60, 61 Trotz, Edward 85, 89 Trudell, Barbara 21,61 Trudell. James 85 Trudell, Kay 67. 93 —u— Uchwat, Fredrick 14. 25, 88, 89 Uchwat, Sharon 10 Ulicny, Mary 33, 40. 41 Urban, Robert 67 —V— Valchine, Grace Mary 61 Varsity C’ub 44 Vendal, Daniel 55 Vogt. Alice 38. 39. 66 Vondrak, Dennis 85, 88 Vondrak, Michael 27 —W— Wafer, Carol 85 Walsh, Walter 23, 24 Ward, Karen 36, 47, 85 Wasik, Lawrence 95 Wawrzynowicz, Shirley 40 Way, Stephen 33, 50, 67 Weeg. Patricia 67 Wendt, Bernard 44, 50, 85 White, Robert 85 Whitlow. Robert 22 Whitmore, Mary 44, 66 Wieczorek, Loretta 33 Wislinski, Beverly 25 Wismer, Joan 61 Witmer, Daniel 52 Wlodarczyk, Christine 44, 60. 61 Wojcik, Frank 66 Wozniak, Linda 25 Worosz, Kristina 25 Wozny, Marlene 43 Wrona, Jeanette 37, 38, 86 Wrona, Mark 33. 50 —Y— Yanushonis. Mary Ann 36, 37, 53 Yaszek, Ronald 14, 37, 86 Yearbook Staff 38. 39 Young, Lynn 57 —z— Zabinsld. Sylvia 36, 38, 41 Zawacki, Barbara 21 Zdun, Darlene 36, 37, 44, 60 Zielinski. Carol 86 Zolna, Barbara 18, 26, 86 Zub, Joseph 3 103 f[l