Sayreville War Memorial High School - Quo Vadis Yearbook (Parlin, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 92 of the 1955 volume:

This Is Sayreville in 1955 As we open the pages of this book, we should express our gratitude for all the memories that the mind of God has provided for us. May we keep our minds always open and receptive to their truths and beauty, knowing that these finally are manifested in our character. 3 jWe remember the High School the 1955 QUO VADIS Published by the Senior Class: 2 as we entered s)f Sayre ville High School Sayreville, New Jersey Re: Recollections of high school. AH. Reader. “Remember when.....?” Let us recall our precious high school memories. Today we can recall and relive those fun-filled days of yester- day. Each dance, game, and club has been a gem stored in our treasure chest of joyful Looking back, we entered as Freshmen with sparkling ambitions, and continued as Sopho- mores with glowing endeavors. Our class rings marked the beginning of a shimmering third year. We took the first few steps toward a golden life of glowing opportunities in our glittering Senior year. With this key to a four-year memory, turn the lock so that we may all peek and recall — our happiest school days — our class — the unforgettable past. ? Memories. Department of Recollections Class of 1955 . ... to our Parents To the most wonderful people in the world, our beloved parents, we dedicate the 1955 Quovadis. For all their sacrifices, heartaches, tears, and efforts, we children have come into the light of a brighterlife. Our parents had the power to make our ways easy, safe, and clear. With unwavering confidence, unshakable loy- alty, and unchanging devotion, we forever pledge our love to Mother and Dad. 5 — Governing Council - No town can grow without the earnest lead- ership of progressive-minded citizens. Our town of Sayreville in 1955 owed much of its success and growth to the loyal officers and members of the Borough Council. They served us, their people, faithfully and well. The governing board represented a cross-sec- tion of our citizens. It consisted of local busi- ness and professional men, school teachers, and a number of retired persons with exceptional skill and ability to aid their community. The Honorable Anthony Popowski 6 Raymond Presnel Alfred Schussler Joseph Ziemba Board of Education WALTER ZAMORSKI Vice President Once again let us, the Class of 1955, pay tribute to a group of prominent and devoted citizens who rendered outstand- ing service to the Savreville school system. e have become increasingly aware of the responsibilities and contributions of the 1954-55 Board of Education. During our stay in school they were responsible for many improvements such as the opening of the Jesse Selover School, preparing to add still another school to the system, expanding the transportation contracts, and providing additional safety equipment for our gymnasium. The Board spent both time and money in order that Savreville students of all ages might have a valuable education. Robert Armstrong Joseph Kennan William Nagle Stanley Nowak Francis Samuel George Wist Willard Zach STEPHEN MALIK Board Clerk 7 Dr. Richard S. Pollack Superintendent of Schools Remember their wisdom To the Class of 1955: That your way has been smooth and bright with the light of human kindness; - - - that the climb to your goal has been neither rugged nor beset with obstacles; - - - that you have known well the joy of sharing with others; - - - that you have faithfully honored your parents; - - - that you walk humbly with God; - - - this is the sincere wish of R. S. POLLACK Superintendent 8 MISS MARION SAMSEL Secretary Miss Margaret M. Walsh Principal r in framing our minds? To the Class of 1955: In your search for the perfect future, remember when the guidance of your teachers inspired you to seek perfection. You have chosen a way of life patterned to your own speci- fications. In any event, you gave a little more than was asked in your daily work. The careful training which you have had here has helped in your acceptance of this exciting new life. I had such quiet confidence in the Class of ’55 that I knew your dream’s fulfillment would be heightened by the memories shared at Sayreville High School. MISS M. M. WALSH Principal MRS. MILDRED TRENT Secretary 9 IRENE ARTHUR Algebra and Biology M.A. New York University Red Cross Club CHRISTOPHER CORNELL Music B.S. New York University Twirier s, Band, Orchestra They had patience and HENRY COUNSMAN Industrial Arts HOMER DILL Physical Education M.A. New York University B.S. Panzer College Football and Freshman Gym Club Basketball Coach ETHEL DOWNING Latin and English B.A. Mount Holyoke College MIRIAM EBERLE Physical Education B.S. Trenton State Teachers College- Leaders' Club, Cheerleaders Senior Class Advisor 10 GEORGE EVANOVICH Mathematics B.S. Kings Point and Rutgers University PHYLLIS GALBRAITH Commercial B.A. Trenton State Teachers College Future Teachers of America Club understanding in their work. JOHN GUTKOWSKI History HELENE HALATA English and French B.S. Manhattan College Bes L; Les L; Des L; University of Paris Basketball and Baseball Coach Freshman Football Coach French Club MONICA KALBACK Home Economics .S. St. Joseph’s College Dramatics Club CARMELITA LUCITT History and English M.A. Seton Hall Universi 11 EDWARD McGARIGLE Science and Mathematics B.S. Upsala College A.E. Newark College of Engineering Physics Club Senior and Junior Play Director ANGELICA MARRA Commercial B.S. New York University Student Council Advisor Handicraft Club GRACE MERSHON Commercial B.S. Rider College Commercialites Club VINCENT MODZELEWSKI Art M.A. Columbia University Art Club 12 ALLAN MOUNT Music B.M. Shenandoah Conservatory of Music Glee Club DANIEL NEWCOMER Science and Math B.S. Stroudsburg Pa. State Teachers College Assistant Senior Class Advisor MARIE PARNELL English B.A. Douglas College Knitting Club HELEN PFEIFFER Spanish and English B.A. Echo-Lites Advisor JOHN SIMPKO Industrial Arts B.A. Trenton State Teachers College Metal Shop and Drafting LORRAINE SIMPKO Librarian B.A. Montclair State Teachers College Library Club FRANCIS STAREGO Science B.S. Villanova College Modern Story Club IRENE TODD English and Social Studies B.A. Montclair State Teachers College Stagecraft Club 13 JAMES TODD Mathematics M.S. Montclair State Teachers College Quovadis Advisor JOHN WORTLEY Physical Education B.S. Panzer College J.V. Coach LUCIAN WNUKOWSKI Science B.S. New York University Science Club MARY ZOFCHAK Commercial B.S. Rider College Office Practice Junior Class Advisor BETTY KROEGER Secretary LORRAINE PASTERNAK Secretary MARGARET LEHMAN School Nurse 14 SENIORS 15 MISS MIRIAM EBERLE Advisor tiiiiiliii MISS BERNICE WNECK Advisor 51-53 MRS. JEANETTE BOGUCKI Assistant Advisor 52-54 MRS. CLAIRE SULLIVAN Advisor — 54 FORMER ADVISORS 16 GEORGE CHASTAIN President CLASS OFFICERS BENNIE SCIBEK Vice President DOROTHY SZYMANSKI Secretary DOROTHY KING Treasurer 17 Remember When . . . . . we started with our Freshman Record Dance Mmrnmmmm,-. . JOHN ANDERSON 17 Dane St. Sayreville “He’s all right. He only looks serious.” What would we have done without John? A good student, John was always on hand to help in any electrical prob- lem. He planned to take up German or electrical engineering in college and then join the Navy. 16 KIRSTEN LOUISE ALBRO 10 So. Edward St. Sayreville “A wisdom rare; a jewel devine.” Besides being on the Quovadis Staff. “Kris” was a member of the Junior Red Cross Club. She was a very ambi- tious student who was always willing to help. “Kris” planned to enter college upon being graduated. WARREN EARL APPLEGATE 7 Reseau Ave. Sayreville “Small, but mighty.” Although Earl was one of the quiet- est SHS senior hoys, he always had a quick sense of humor and a ready smile. Earl was always noted for his fine work in the metal and wood shops. The best of luck came to a cute fellow'. NANCY J. BAUMANN 18 Quaid St. Sayreville “A busy spirit dwells in this Miss” Always heard from “Nan” was, “Let’s go Bombers!” As Co-Captain of the Cheerleaders, she was full of enthusi- asm and pep that could brighten even a day of exams. Nancy’s sense of humor wras an asset to us all. ROBERT S. BERRY 27 Pacific Blvd. Cliffwood Beach “Quiet but dependable.” Bob was one of the quiet boys of our senior class. With Bob, manners and good looks went hand in band. His witty remarks in the classroom bright- ened many a lesson, and won him bar- rels of friends. Fate was always kind to him. ... we dared not go home that day. WALTER M. BOYLER 13 Roma St. Sayreville “He would rather dance than eat.” Walt was one of the most cheerful and gay members of the class. If any of you fellows are poor dancers, you should have seen Walt, for he had a pair of the liveliest feet that ever graced the dance floor. 19 I Storr RANK J. BURDAK .gton Rd. Parlin Vhat should a man do but be an athlete?” ;, the center of the football excelled in SHS baseball as well, underfill sense of humor won him tie, “Most Popular.” Frank's fu- vas undecided. PAUL C. BUYOFSKI 519 Main St. Sayreville ‘7 music be the food of love, play on” Paul was tall, dark, and handsome, and a member of the class whose out- standing quality was his talent for play- ing the trumpet. His sunny disposition that made him many friends, could also keep them forever at his side. JOHN “ABE” CALLAHAN 100 Washington Rd. Sayreville “The smiling Irishman.” “Abe” was one of the most all-round athletes SHS ever produced. Although basketball was his best sport, he played baseball and football with almost equal ability. A popular student, his future might well include playing for one of the leading colleges. 20 DONALD H. CAMPBELL R.F.D. No. 1 Old Bridge “The life of Riley is the life for me.” Don, our naval minded athlete, was a familiar figure in both sports and music. As we looked into our crystal hall, we saw Don at the Navy Base at Washington, D.C., and we called “Ahoy there mate!” LORRAINE IRENE CHMIEL 13 Hensler’s Lane Sayreville “Pink with perfection” What a beautiful complexion our gal Lorraine had—the picture of health. She was really a gem as a friend, stu- dent, and fellow' classmate. She hoped to be a secretary after graduation. How' could she possibly be anything but successful? GEORGE “CHAST” CH 35 Pershing Ave. “They arc only truly ± who are truly good. There was not enough spa of “Chast.” Although gifted wr intelligence, and an outstanc sonality, we found no conceit We know as a doctor he foun success and happiness. . . . we were entertained each Friday at assembly. EILEEN E. DALY 14 Roosevelt Ave. Laurence Harbor “What charm thy kindness works. Said one classmate to another, “What a swell gal was Eileen.” Her auburn hair and freckles set off her shining personality and poise. An import from St. Mary’s High in her junior year, Eileen was accepted as a welcome fel- low classmate. RITA “REET” COTTRELL 39 Kearney Rd. South Amboy “A smile is the same in all languages. Merry eyes and a happy heart aptly described Rita. Her humor and cheery laugh must have been a great asset to her as a secretary. We all wished her lots of luck in the commercial field. ROBERT “BOB” DAVIS 208 Hillcrest Ave. Laurence Harbor “Handsome is as handsome does. You didn’t have to look far to find Bob—just look for a good-looking fel- low. He wasn’t crazy about school, and didn’t participate much in school af- fairs. He was well-liked for his witty gestures and humorous personality. JOANNA “JO” De FAZIO 22 Sixth St. Sayreville “Fnn, always in her heart. A dark haired, dark eyed import from Newark, New Jersey in our sophomore year, Jo added that extra touch of liveliness to our class. One of our best jitterbugs, Jo enjoyed dancing, singing, and, oh yes, chewing gum. ALFRED S. DELIKAT 34 Pulaski Ave. Parlin “It's fun to have fun. “Del” was the most carefree and good-natured fellow in the school. Never serious for a moment, he was always joking or inserting humor in whatever he did. Sakes, with his ready wit. “Del” surely must have succeeded. DORIS “DAR” DOCKIEWICZ 10 George St. Sayreville “She found no enemy. Blond, blue-eyed, and one of the slickest chicks of SHS. That described our “Dar.” Being a pejjpy, happy-go- lucky girl, Doris was not affected too much with homework. This typified our favorite, best all round girl, Doris. 23 . . . “Let's go Bombers was heard by all. fit i . LEONARD THOMAS BZEBGOSKl .5 Conrad St. Sayreville “A man. Need we say more?” His teasing ways and impish smiles were Len’s greatest assets. His main interests were on the football field and on the basketball court. Everyone en- joyed his sense of humor and witty remarks. i JOAN DONOHUE Cliffwood Beach irit was undaunted.” full of pep, courtesy and always ready with a win- for everyone. Just these i describe our Barb—charm, id dignity. As a commercial � still see Barb doing secre- ROSE MARIE V. DZIUBAN R.F.D. No. 1, Washington Rd. South Amboy “SAe says what she thinks.” Rosie was the pretty, black-haired, green-eyed senior with the sunny dis- position. Her pleasing personality had gained her many friends and she will always be remembered for her teasing and tantalizing antics in a certain bi- ology class. DONALD W. ENGELHARDT 44 MacArthur Ave. Sayreville “He is all that makes the man.” “Don”, quiet and dignified, was well known for his ability to be a good friend. “Don”, a football player, best described as the handsome, strong, si- lent type was liked by all. He was successful due to his driving ambition. 24 LEO “CLEM” FARLEY 422 Main St. Sayreville “A grin is the key to many a locked door. One of the better athletes and cuter fellows of the senior class, Leo’s won- derful personality and character won him many friends. Leo wanted to fur- ther his studying at college and we are sure he has succeeded. manner . finite, a grin, then a hurst of laughter—with her good humor and ready laughter Fern was sure to he a success in her chosen field. Her willing- ness to help won our swell little lady many friends. JOAN GALINSKI 38 William St. Sayreville “As nice as they come. Number please? Yes, you guessed it. That was our little telephone operator, Joannie. Our quiet little classmate had a very friendly personality and was always around whenever you needed cheering up. Here’s hoping all your numbers were little one’s, Joannie. gABei 4 Qndn°ta £nJ COfneTTm Kell Ethe] - ’ Chance.-r°m art B. _ ivnown done on the stage. She admiration for actin for her atld l kedm°te Play ''eat. 7 Rose was for her work eserved much .;g so fine in our efforts made it a real . . . their nimble fingers amazed us. Sa7teV TE H, „ I,cart •W1 dO-’Sf 8 ' eatEep dtessei S Viveoe atltacuve ' o{ but� ® ioo. one s A n aany ii� e se ssr°oin duft cU disc«f GEORGE “PICKLES” GORKA 176 Pulaski Ave. Sayreville “A laugh is worth a hundred groans in any market.” Peppy, witty, and just plain funny, were the words that added up to the fellow that has kept us laughing con- stantly—no one, but “Pickles” himself. None of us ever forgot his personality and neat appearance. CAROL ANN HARRILL 521 Main St. Sayreville “A friend to all, and everyone her friend.” Did you ever want to meet a perfect lady? Then Carol was your girl. One of the most active in school activities, Carol beat the rhythm for our team at football games. Her grand outlook on life forever shone. I MARY “PEPPER” HAUSSERMANN 30 Church St. Sayreville “What care I what lies ahead? One phrase describing Mary was “quick as a flash.” Always seen at all the football and basketball games, Mary had a great talent for singing and for playing the drums in the S.H.S. band at all the school activities. RICHARD “K’CID” HOWER 143 Main St. Sayreville 66When you9re tall, there9s more of you to like.99 To know Dick was to like him. We’ve all enjoyed watching Dick display his talents both in football and basketball. His pleasant smile, his neat clothes and gentlemanly manners are sure to have brought him much success. . . . we cheered our football heroes to victory. aU lab, '� ■ i‘k, renjoyed X Ph'� s t. er h gh 27 r . . . we sipped sodas at the student hangouts. oW, «.•«« ■ � fW l. � '1 e� � f' r!o ■'' ,11 o� l« 'il , , COO'V� ”; In , auieV 8 good a ftree J. J gayreviUe long « liVe’ , not ho l mg but hoU - see a . “Did y° , V( . ddie It Bonnes « - gtaClous ma Mater anners. DOROTHY BERNICE KING 120 Laurence Pkwy. Laurence Harbor “To know her well, is £o know her better” Dot’s ready smile and wonderful dis- position had made her the envy of many of her friends. Her presence as Class Treasurer had been felt. We were sure that her qualities will bring her success as a dental hygienist. BEVERLY JANE KNOX 82 Pacific Blvd. Cliffwood Beach “Silence is more musical than song. The envy of all the other senior girls, Bev used to stun them with her long curly hair. With a pleasant personality to match her crowning glory, Bev ex- celled in everything she did to help the rest of the class. 28 WILLIAM LOUIS KOCSIS 218 Outlook Blvd. Cliffwood Beach “Fun always in his heart. Bill had a wonderful sense of humor. His friendliness and clowning made him well-liked by all. A member of the band, Billy was always rooting for S.H.S. His cheerful disposition made him a long remembered friend of all. ROBERT T. KUTSCHMAN Lea Ave. Laurence Harbor “A steady man with a steady mind. Ever since Boh came to us in his sophomore year, he has made many friends through his thoughtfulness of others. Although he had no future plans, we know he is as successful as he was bright. . . . ice, as Juniors, got our rings . . . a big day. aK itVAS 332 Oak St. Melrose “ f’s great to be good natured; it a teays wins the h ipv-or '1 _ good natured; -ucays wins the heart. Happy-go-lucky “Ar” always had a cheery hello. If ever you needed help you could bet Arlene was on hand. Her wonderful personality and witty re- marks won her many lasting friends. ivUtl JL I. “The best people are the quh Quiet, until she got into the Babs was one of our most pleasa with whom everyone loved to sp all times. Being a loyal studen “Quietest Girl” was always coope in all S.H.S. affairs. 29 ... we put on Brother Goose, our Junior Play. . � bobb? hv otgatl street- )( i m(,locU«’s a' .-peter, sard me e„en sir'. from s°me w„fc e s '® ’•” Apiate1 ft ber ,ersonaWyi DONALD B. LEITCH Morgan Ave. Morgan ‘7 would rather be small and shine, than be large and cast a shadow. The “Quietest Boy” in S.H.S.—that is what Don was chosen as by his fellow classmates. His ability to make artistic projects in wood and metal shop were always admired. GERALD “JERRY” LEMERICH 25 Reid St. Parlin “What lies beneath these curly locks? “Chew”, as he was known, was al- ways recognized by his dark-curly hair. A member of the S.H.S. football squad, he always showed great team spirit. Jerry was one of the most pleasant hoys in the class. 30 RICHARD A. LEPPIG 17 Price St. Sayreville “Each mind has its own method. Richie, one of the quiet hoys in the class, could be noticed easily for he was much taller than the rest. “Rich” planned to enter college after high school and we are certain that he was successful in his undertaking. JAMES J. MADELINO 22 Canal St. Sayreville “While we live, let us live. The glories of football and baseball certainly did our man justice. Jimmy excelled in all. He was just the grand- est guy you could ever meet. We wished our dark-haired cutie all the best that „ the future could possibly hold. . . . the Junior Halloween Dance made our hearts gay. CAROLYN M. MACIOROWSKI 162 Main St. Sayreville ‘7 see only the bright side of life. Her middle name was Ha-Ha-Ha ever, never was there a day ssmate was not re- more rd ''- ___ of life -vtie name was Ha-Ha-Ha ..ever, never was there a day that some classmate wras not cheered by our gal. A more pleasant secretary, we all knew, no boss could have expected to have. BETTY ANN “BET” MACRA 298 Shoreland Circle Laurence H, “She may be little, but not shy, and there's a twinkle in her eye. Betty Ann was the possessor of sunny disposition, friendly smile, ai many friends. Voted as the cutest gi in S.H.S. Betty Ann had always lent helping hand. 31 . . . those slides were always safe. JOAN C. MARCYSCZYK 24 Jacobsen St. Sayieville “ Jig treasures come in small packages. Just like a racket going a mile a minute. There was nothing that both- ered our girl. Always a merry maker, Joannie kept up our hopes when all seemed gone. She had a great time in everything that she did. MARCINCZYK water runs deep.1 been a standout on the ourt. He could easily be y his small size during the lough he came from Dun- sophomore year, he quickly iy long lasting friends in RICHARD MICHAEL McCRONE 216 Birchwood Dr. Cliffwood Beach great to he different.” Richie, one of our Jersey City im- ports, always had a joke or smile which always brightened our classes. Rich worked after school and upon being graduated hoped to enter the Air Force. We know he has been very successful. WALTER MESH 17 Walling St. Sayreville “Silence is golden.” Sportscasters announcing Sayreville's football games were heard to say, “Number 31 tackled by Mesh.” Walt’s football ability has brought him many honors. Although his future was un- certain, Zeke is always remembered by his fellow classmates and loved as well. . . . the Band held its annual Formal Spring Concert. ARLENE MlCKlEWlCZSayrev.Ue Pulaski Ave. “She was fun itself” Blonde hair, blue eyes, and freckles —all these added up to our gal Arlene. Whenever there was work to be done, there she was ready and eager to do it. A fine adult and secretary Arlene turned out to be. w • RONALD “MOOSE” ISEMINSKI 190 Pulaski Ave. Sayreville “Transplanted and thriving” Moose has never been forgotten for his fine job of promoting athletics in SHS as a football manager. His witty remarks had often given the team a laugh when it was most needed. Ronnie planned to become an automotive engi- neer. ARLENE “AR” NAGY 18 Fourth St. Sayreville “Willing and able” A cute little chick with a bundle of laughs was “Miss Arlene.” One can't imagine the joy she brought us all through high school life. We were all so very thankful that South River gave us this living doll, Arlene. •� F„„, r°BERT MLSOi Lai ‘The world may turn, but Bob was one of the small the class of ’55. You neve word from him in class—b missal ! ! ! His quips on the ton trip were enjoyed and - by us all. OROTHY “DOT” NICKOLAUS larding Rd. Laurence Harbor “Happiness is made to share. personality as shiny as a gem and eart of pure gold signified “Dot.” r ever widening smile and clear nking are a great asset to some busi- es executive. We certainly enjoyed ” S.H.S. also. LOIS ISEWMATS Sayreville re. e deepest river flows th the least sound. i quiet member of our class, . been willing to do lier part irk. Known by all, “Lois’s” s and her ability to see a job ”,,a have brought her much success. mane a man. George bad proven himself a very bard, industrious wTorker. This likable fellow was a real gentleman in every sense of the wrord and bad been ever- ready to lend a helping band. With these qualities be should now be very successful. ___j, one was beauty's self. “Kathy” was that sweet looking, gay lass with a genuine and sincere man- ner that brightened any gathering. Active all through school she was an excellent Co-Editor of Eclio-lites. Best of luck and happiness, “Kathy.” GLADYS OLSEN 53 Dane St. Sayreville “Pert, chipper, and saucy. Gladys’s jokes and witty remarks brightened up many potentially dull classes. Besides having a good sense of humor, Gladys possessed a sunny dis- position that had made her popular as a classmate and a cheerleader. You were and still are so grand, Gladys. FRANCES “FRAN” PELIOS Georgettes, Routh 35 Melrose “A vigor more than earth9s is in thy song. Activity, Fran’s keyword, kept our peppy Brooklynite going. Coming here in her junior year, Fran symbolized everything right, joyful, and intelli- gent. She was always the life of the party, being chosen as the most tal- ented songstress and joker. „ oeen behind tin iwo-tone Chevrolet. Iiis -.uck curly hair, good-naturedness, readiness to help in any class activity, and ever-present smile were his trade- marks. “..... „.. ha mei Blonde nair and matched and made pretty. One of the dressed girls, “Mar up her sleev ' an excell T and Cl ty Sfi'� Potest ■'n,a so aVay« V1'1 h, Priv, ate hick etaty. Secrpt't ar’ iS as 35 ROBERT “FRIDAY” PIAlfciv First St. Sayreville “Young fellows will be young fellows” An easy going and light hearted per- sonality best described Bob. His ready smile and sparkling sense of humor ac- companied him all through life. Bobby’s plans after graduation were uncertain. ERT W. PETER 1. Cliffwood Beach H measured by inches.” liet, A1 was liked by all im. Behind that unassuni- was a fine heart and a true dways wondered what made some locks so curly and combed. A fine character LEONARD A. PISKORSKI R.F.D. No 1, Roses Corner Sayreville “Youth comes once in a lifetime.” Lennie was one of our most talented seniors. His fine accordion playing was always enjoyed by his classmates. Al- though Lennie was one of our quiet boys, his friendly disposition had made him many friends in his four years at Sayreville. A � CHESTER “TEX” PODLESNY 19 William St. Sayreville “To be as I want to be.” Chet was ahvays trying out a thing- a-ma-jig on one of his many hot rods. A fervent metal and wood shop student, Chet wras quite handy with a hammer and nails, but with school books— never. 36 EDWARD “CASEY” PRYSAK 9 William St. Sayreville “We arc proud to claim him. Another basket and twb more points for Sayreville. Don’t let little “Casey” fool yon. He could really loop ’em in. One of the teacher’s torments of SHS, he provided laughter and wit every- where he went in S.H.S. EDWARD FRANK ROGALSKI 200 Hilltop Blvd. Cliffwood Beach “His heart was young and gay One of the livelier live wires of the senior class, Eddie played the drums in SHS’s band. Known to pep up many a class with his ready jokes, Eddie was wished luck in his career in the Armed Forces! . the Seniors took a “Trip !! 37 3SX J PatUn the rutnD Say 1 • „ is an° f k a 1 iot . Cl US‘n Out 6 ' fO ‘' ' l,.:- ''1 ■• r„ - «' ■ eiat suW:eee-easa i neacb jlASD v cttttvfooa� W- , keeps the day� k ” iS? off-- an a r5 w? BARBARA “BARB”SABB 506 Main St. Sayreville “Like vitamins she is in everything.” Barb’s wonderful personality and happy-go-lucky ways won her many friends. Her willingness to help was one of her greatest assets. Full of fun and always fun to be with, “Barb” cer- tainly succeeded in anything she chose. ANN MARIE SAKOWSKI 22 East Kupsch St. Sayreville “Her words were simple and soul sincere.” Sweet, cute, and brainy, are three ad- jectives which describe “Annie” who had won our hearts with her gracious manner. “Annie” had a sympathetic nature and friendliness which could not be beaten. 38 REINALDO “SPORT” SANTONI 21 Kendall Dr. Sayreville “Tall oaks from little acorns grow. Renny came to us in his junior year and quickly made many friends. Renny’s work in our school had made him a very valuable asset to the senior class. Renny, in high school, planned to go to Northwestern University. l« ter yonTl aN hatt,r as 1 °0(] B each Jok and had teady ton „'e T mid,fo, k£S � Ce°™ � s of I • 0| 1,1 foot. gaine£ an(l Besl ... scholarship, leadership, character, and service made up our Honor Society. PHYLLIS LYNNE SEGRAYE Ernston Rd. Sayreville “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. Blonde-haired “Phyll,” came to us in her junior year, and with her brought a cai;efree, jolly nature, a friendly man- ner, and a sparkling personality which brought her much success. Her spirit has inspired and helped many who have known her. Place! kes’ l! ' 39 “Fronv Eighty ilom burst No gloom remained for long, when this gay, spirited miss was about. Lou’s quick wit and friendly disposition had made her well-liked by all. JOHN STILES 811 Forest St. Laurence Harbor “And must I work, oh, what a waste of time. Johnny, one of the cutest boys of S.H.S., kept his friends by having a truly great personality. Although quiet, Johnny had many admirers, and we are certain he still has them. S.H.S.’s halls have never forgotten him. CAROL LEE STOKER 61 Wilson Ave. Sayreville “Her silence adds to her attractiveness A new senior, Carol joined us from Yonkers, New York. Her hobbies were collecting knick-knacks and studying the Bible. Taking the college course, Carol was a very easy person with whom to get along. 40 . . . the Commercials went out for Office Practice. LAIRD STRATTON view Dr. Laurence Harbor ays little and thinks more. d first joined our‘class in his • year, but with personality and -making ways, it didn’t take long im to make friends. Full of pep igor, Laird is sure to be success- 1 anv field he chose. “DOT” SZYMANSKI I. Parlin male heart flutters.” iways seen shouting her all cheer. Although she sports fan, Dot never ne- chool work which was al- par. The best was held in nopular girl. «o me mon of May ” Janet always happy, always gay, always admired by everyone for sweet ways. She was always brighte every gathering with a funny rem “There is more to him than meets the eye Ray was small, but mighty sonality and on the football fie a two year Varsity man, was on happy-go-lucky members of on He was a package of fun in high . . . the students took over during Youth Week. ALICE L. TILQUIST Old Spye Rd. Morgan “There is a great deal of mischief beneath her mild exterior” Alice’s witty remarks and gay laugh- ter were well known in S.H.S. Wherever she went, she brought her always cheerful greetings and happy ways. 42 BERNICE “BERNIE” TAYNOR 230 Seaview Ave. Laurence Harbor “As quiet as a brass band” Bernie, our class actress, was always the first with a joke on Monday morn- ing. She will always be remembered as “Hy” in our Junior Play. Bernie’s fu- ture was undecided hut she was the type to make good in any field. MARJORIE “MARGE” TURNER 253 9th St. Morgan “Even little things have a particular grace” “Margie,” one of the sweetest persons we know, always had a cheery greeting for everyone she met, and she always seemed to be looking on the bright side of life. A person with characteristics such as Margie’s surely succeeds. WALTER WILLIAM VOLKER 174 Norwood Ave. Laurence Harbor “Incidentally, is my face red?” Walt was one of the quieter senior boys. He did not say much, but who knew what he thought? Beneath his cloak of quietness leaked a little mis- chief. Walt was an industrial arts stu- dent, who left with our best wishes. GRACE L. VROOM 776 Greenwood Ave. Laurence Harbor “There s mischief in this lady ” One of the tallest girls- of S.H.S., Grace was always asked how the at- mosphere was up there. She did just as much for us as she was tall. A cute smile and a cheery “hi” started off each day for our gal. NICK WERESOW ngton Rd. Sayreville The true soul of art” may have been small but he rge fund of energy. His artistic lad been greatly appreciated by e who have seen his work. The ;alented boy, Nick certainly all he won in S.H.S. always heard ruining T-E-A-M. Our best all around girl, Rose Ann was liked by everyone and was always ready to give a helping hand when needed at Sayreville. 51 Jngton Rd. wan son __ u.i une who didn’t kno well, Mary Ann and her sister a difficult problem as to ident Mary Ann had a personality own. Intelligence, charm, and had done much to make her a v ful cheerleader. 43 • • • this was a b g night. Class Night Here a greater nig,ft ’ LYNDA “BETTE” WITZEL 123 Ocean Blvd. Cliffwood “Thy happiness is contagious.” Gentle as a feather were the dancing feet of our dancing secretary. Lynda held an audience with her interpreta- tion of Ballerina. We hope to see Lyn- da before an audience but we’ll settle just for dancing on a typewriter. NANCY “WINDY” WINTER 237 Alpine Way Laurence Harbor “Wit and humor in her abound.” Here was the other half of the Mar- lene and Nancy duo. In her spare time Nancy liked listening to popular music and participating in school activities. As a friend, however, our cute little Nan was always tops. JOAN C. WOJCIK 40 Embroidery St. Sayreville “Check the figure Wherever there was a whistle every- one knew that Joannie was about. That friendly miss was very popular at S.H.S., especially among the fellows. Here’s hoping your boss was a kind gentleman who deserved your expert service and qualities as a true friend. ROBERT J. ZDEp 480 Washington Rd. Sayreville “Why speak when one could listen.” You know those people whom you can’t tell by the looks of their covers. Well, Bobby was just that sort. A quiet boy, Bobby was very handy with his hands and he planned a career of handiwork. jhirley “shirl” zuback late Highway No. 35 Laurence Harbor “A charming maid with charming ways. ne of the most popular iris of the or class, cute, pert, and liked by was our gal Shirl. Her charming, erful smile and driving ambition 1 make her successful in her chosen LI. as it made her in school. we graduated, no more students, but adults. 624 Main CE ZW°UNSKl great. ' Joycee’s pleasant manner had made her a popular member of the class. Dependable — she carried any task through to perfection. Unselfish—she was always ready to help anyone. Life brought luck, happiness, and success, to a wonderful girl. Alma Mater Ring out its fame With praises ever new. Extol its name Our Alma Mater true; With heads up-raised And hearts that lead us always, To victory, our Alma Mater Sayreville High. 45 We're here urirt We're there. 46 We're everywhere. Look out, here we come! WASHINGTON TRIP So where’s the waiter? . . . AND AWAY WE WENT! At 6 A. M., on November 9, a crowd of sleepy-eyed yet talkative seniors were seen boarding three buses in S.H.S.’s parking lot. The event which made early birds of the seniors was the traditional “W ashington Trip.” What fun! Sleeping and singing on the bus, seeing White Christmas, and most of the fun was had at the Hotel Annapolis. What a time! And food . . . Fried chicken, baked pork chops, ham sandwiches, cake, cookies, candy! All through the trip, everyone saw spots and flashbulbs and cameras were clicking every minute. We finally arrived at Washington at 12:30. We started our sight-seeing tour immediately. Our hearts nearly gave way walk- ing up the Washington Monument to get a birds-eye view of Washington and the Potomac. We saw the Library of Congress, the W hite House, the Lincoln Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial, the Supreme Court in session, the Bureau of Engraving and Printing and even Mount Vernon. We didn’t realize our trip was ending until we stopped at 9 P. M. at Howard Johnson’s in Baltimore. We were met with a fog and a slight drizzle but our spirits weren’t dampered for we sang, ate, and took pictures until tjie buses pulled into the parking lot at midnight, bringing us home to Sayreville. Class Lady and Gentleman Dick Hower — Kathy Oliver Most Pop“l“t SzymansVi Bur dak HALL 0 Cutest Leo Farley — Betty Ann McCrae Did Most for the Class George Chastain — Ann Sakowski Class Athletes Marlene Shauer — John Callahan i Class Wolf and Coquette Lenny Dzergoski — Marlene Shauer Quietest Donny Leitch — Barbara Kuerble Teachers’ Torments Eddie Rogalski — Lynda Witzel 'oncers -4 m Most Likely to Succeed Ann Sakowski — George Chastain Most Intelligent George Norman — Dot King Best Actors Bernice Taynor — Lenny Dzergoski Neatest Dick Hower — Charlene Burkshot Class Babies Evelyn Bloodgood — Boh Davis Class Clowns Gladys Olsen — Edward Rogalski Most Talented Fran Pelios — Nick Weresow 49 Mr. E. McGarigle, Miss M. Kalback Directors C. Burkshot, D. King. P. Buy of ski, B. Taynor, L. Dzergowski, B. Macrae, C. Stoker, G. Chastain, F. Pelios, R. Leppig, L. Newman, W. Boyler. SENIOR PLAY . . . “ Stranger in ” It was opening night; the actors were nervous and the audience was anxious. Suddenly the curtain went up, and the Senior Class of 1955 presented their three act comedy-mystery, entitled “Stranger in the Night.” We had worked hard and long, but the social and financial success assured us our efforts were not made in vain. The earnest work of the sound men, stage crew, and prompters has never been forgotten. After the curtain fell, we knew it was a success by the applause, and we congratulated our directors, Mr. McGarigle and Miss Kalback. Afterwards everyone went out to dinner to celebrate the occasion. SENIOR DANCES Arm in arm and cheek to check the S. H. S. students danced till their feet ached at the three Senior dances held in 1954-55. We doubt that anyone has forgotten the first Football Dance, the jolly Holly Hop, or the gay Spring Ball. The girls remember that every dance meant a pretty new dress. The boys, however, remember their tux and corsage for tire biggest dancing event of the year—the Junior-Senior Dinner Dance. All together we remember our feet danced away as our hearts hummed at every sweet note of music. Looks like fun! “What do you mean it’s too high!” Blocking that kick (with a pin) 1Sneak in—He’s looking the other way.” 51 On their way to the bonfire. They try to cram to pass an exam. REMEMBE A m a “Shape up or ship out.” Smiling after our Junior Play, “Brother Goose ” 52 “What inning is it?” No, John, no!!! Operation Push R WHEN? Birth of a Bright Future The fans roar as the Bombers score — Now we lay us down to sleep. 53 SENIOR KIRSTEN ALBRO—Sub-Deb Club, Micro Club, Red Cross Club President, Quovadis, Honor Society. JOHN ANDERSON—Radio Club, Aviation Club, Quovadis, Honor Society, Light nnd Sound. NANCY BAUMANN -— Cheerleader Co-captain, Leaders' Club, Story Club, Office Practice. ROBERT BERRY—Baseball, Football, Sports Club, Quovadis. MARGARET BIESIADA—Sub-Deb Club, Micro Club, Knitting Club, Office Practice. EVELYN BLOODGOOD—Sub-Deb Club President, Knitting Club, Orchestra, Office Practice. WALTER BOYLER—Band, Orchestra, J. V. Basketball, J. V. Baseball Mgr., Micro Club, Radio Club, Echo Lites, Senior Play, Junior Play. FRANK BURDAK—Football, Baseball, Student Council Sopho- more Class President, Photography Club, Current Events Club, Honor Society. CHARLENE BURKSHOT—Junior Play, Band, Office Practice, Sub-Deb Club, Business Etiquette, Band Club, Quovadis, Echo Lites, Senior Play. PAUL BUYOFSKI—Band, Orchestra, Quovadis, Senior Play. JOHN CALLAHAN — Football. Basketball, Baseball, Student Council Vice-President, Radio Club. DONALD CAMPBELL—Football, Band, J. V. Baseball. JAMES CANNON—Football, Photography Club, Radio Club. GEORGE CHASTAIN — Band, Quovadis, Echo-Lites, Student Council, Junior Play, Basketball and Baseball Mgr., Senior Class President, Micro Club, Senior Play, Honor Society. LORRAINE CHMIEL—Sub-Deb Club, Business Etiquette Club, Knitting Club, Office Practice. RITA COTTRELL—Sub-Deb Club, Library, Knitting, Office Practice. EILEEN DALY—Clee Club, Echo-Lites. JOANNA DeFAZIO—Glee Club, Library Club, Quovadis. ALFRED DELIKAT—Baseball, Band, Quovadis, Orchestra, Radio Club, Honor Society. JOHN DEMETSKI—Band, Junior Play, Orchestra. JO ANN DIEKER—Sub-Deb Club, President Library Club, Echo- Liles. DORIS DOCKIEWICZ—Radio Club, Micro Club, Knitting Club. Quovadis, Student Council. BARBARA DONOHUE—Office Practice. LEONARD DZERGOSKI—Football, Basketball, Baseball, Junior Play, Senior Play. ROSE MARIE DZUIBAN—Dramatics Club, Sub-Deb Club, Mi- cro Club, Office Practice, DONALD ENCELHARDT—Football, Radio Club, Photography Club, Chefs’ Club, Sports Club. LEO FARLEY—Football, Basketball, Photography Club, Aviation Club. FERN FRITZ—Home Economics Club, Glee Club, Knitting Club, Office Practice. ROSE GABEL—Sub-Deb Club, Business Etiquette, Dramatics Club, Office Practice, Color Guard, Junior Play. JOAN GALINSKI—Home Economics Club, Glee Club, Knitting Club, Library Club. HELENANN GALLEY—Band, Office Practice. PEARL GOLASZEWSKI—Library Club. GEORGE GORKA—Band, Quovadis Photographer. CAROL HARRILL—Band, Orchestra, Home Economics Club, Quovadis, Office Practice. MARY HAUSSERMANN—Junior Play, Band, Orchestra. WILLIAM HEINDLE—Woodcraft Club, Photography Club, Quo- vadis. ROBERT HOLTHAUSEN—Wood Shop Club, Art Club. RICHARD HOWER—J.V. Basketball, Football, Student Coun- cil, Sports Club, Micro Club, Echo-Lites, Quovadis. MARY JARUSIEWICZ—Sub-Deb Club, Knitting Club, Photog- raphy Club, Office Practice. ARLENE KACZMAREK—Home Economics Club, Glee Club, Library Club. DOROTHY KING—Band, Echo-Lites, Co-editor Echo-Lites, Salu- tatorian. Senior Play, Honor Society. BEVERLY KNOX—Library Club, Glee Club. WILLIAM KOCSIS-Echo-Lites. ARLENE KOPERVAS—Home Ec. Club, Micro Club, Dramatics Club, Office Practice. JOAN KUZDZAL—Junior Play, Twirler, Office Practice, Story Club, Business Etiquette, Dramatics Club, Quovadis, Echo-Lites, Honor Society. BARBARA LAWRANCE—Home Ec. Club, Micro Club, Knitting Club, Quovadis, Spring Concert. DONALD LEITCH—Metal Shop, Wood Shop, Radio Club. GERALD LEMERICH—Football, Student Council, Baseball. RICHARD LEPPIG—Band, Quovadis, Orchestra, Honor Society, Senior Play. CAROLYN MACIOROWSKI—Sub-Deb Club, Clee Club, Knit- ting Club, Office Practice. BETTY ANNE MACRAE—Senior Play. V 54 JAMES MADELINO—Football, Baseball, Story v� uo. JOAN MARCINCZYK—Glee Club, Story Club, Knitting Club, Secretary Junior Class, Office Practice. JOHN MARCINCZYK—Baseball, Basketball, Micro Club, Mod- ern Story Club, Gym Club, Honor Society. RICHARD Me CRONE—Glee Club, Dramatics Club. WALTER MESH—Football, Radio Club, Photography Club, Reading Club. ARLENE MICKIEWICZ—Business Etiquette Club, Sub-Deb Club, Office Practice, Quovadis, Knitting Club, Honor Society. ARLENE NAGY—Glee Club, Knitting Club, Quovadis. ROBERT NELSON—Wood Shop Club, Glee Club. RONALD NEMINSKI—Woodcraft Club, Sports Club. LOIS NEWMAN—Sub-Deb Club, Knitting Club, Art Club. Of- fice Practice, Senior Play. DOROTHY NICKOLAUS—Glee Club, Photography Club, Home Ec. Club. GEORGE NORMAN—Echo-Lites, Quovadis, Honor Society. KATHLEEN OLIVER—Library Club, Echo-Lites Co-editor. GLADYS OLSEN—Radio Club, Glee Club, Cheerleader, Leaders Club, Office Practice. JAMES OWENS—Woodshop Club, Glee Club, Baseball, Student Council, Honor Society. MARIAN PAWELEK—Glee Club, Knitting Club, Story Club, Office Practice. FRANCES PELIOS—Echo-Lites, Color Guard, Glee Club, Stu- dent Council, Spring Concerts, Quovadis, Senior Play, Prom Chairman. ROBERT PIATEK—Radio Club, Glee Club, Modern Story Club. LEONARD PISKORSKI—Metal Shop Club, Radio Club, Wood Shop Club. CHESTER PODLESNY—Metal Shop, Wood Shop, Radio Club, Glee Club, Quovadis. EDWARD PRYSAK—Basketball, Baseball, Radio Club, Gym Club. MARIE PRZYBYLKO—Secretary of Freshman and Sophomore Class, Business Etiquette Club Vice-President, Sub-Deb Club, Dramatics Club, Echo-Lites. PATRICIA REED—Cheerleader, Leaders' Club, Business Eti- quette Club, Sub-Deb Club, Office Practice. DOLORES RUSZAJ—Sub-Deb Club, Business Etiquette Club, Glee Club, Office Practice, Quovadis. RICHARD RYSINSKI—Micro Club, Woodshop Club, Library Club. BARBARA SABB—Band, Quovadis, Spring Concerts. ANN SAKOWSKI — Band, Quovadis Editor, Student Council President, Story Club, Echo-Lites, Spring Concerts, Orchestra, Valedictorian, Honor Society. REINALDO SANTONI—Quovadis, Echo-Lites. MARLENE SCHAUER—Leaders’ Club, Office Practice, Red Cross Club. Business Etiquette Club. BENNIE SCIBEK—Band, Orchestra, J.V. Basketball, Micro Club, Vice-President Sophomore and Junior Class. PHYLLIS SEGRAVE—Echo-Lites. CLIFFORD SETTERSTROM—Woodshop Club, Photography Club, Quovadis. LOUISE SHAFTIC—Dramatics Club, Assistant Director Junior Play, Drum Majorette, Quovadis, Office Practice. CAROL STOKER—Student Council, Art Association, Echo-Lites, Senior Play. LAIRD STRATTON—Radio Club. JANET SWEENEY—Echo-Lites, Dramatics, Red Cross, Story Club, Office Practice. RAYMOND SWIDERSKI—Football, Photography Club, Basket- ball Manager, Aviation Club. DOROTHY SZYMANSKI—Sub-Deb Club Treasurer, Leaders’ Club, Business Etiquette Club, Quovadis Business Manager, Senior Class Secretary, Cheerleader, Office Practice. BERNICE TAYNOR—Junior Play, Echo-Lites, Library Club Vice-President, Student Council, Senior Play. ALICE TILQUIST—Band, Readers’ Club, Knitting Club. MARJORIE TURNER—Glee Club, Photography Club, Quovadis. WALTER VOLKER—Woodshop Club. GRACE VROOM—Sub-Deb Club, Library Club. MARYANN WANSON—Story Club, Glee Club, Leaders’ Club. Office Practice. ROSE ANN WANSON—President Home Ec. Club, Presidont Leaders’ Club, Cheerleaders Co-captain, Office Practice, NICK WERESOW—Art Contests, Art Club, Quovadis, Youth Week. NANCY WINTER—Echo-Lites, Office Practice, Readers’ Club, Business Etiquette Club. LYNDA WlTZEL—Dramatics Club, Reading Club, Office Prac- tice. ROBERT ZDEP—Home Ec. Club, Aviation Club, Photography Club, Quovadis Club. SHIRLEY ZUBACK—Glee Club, Story Club, Echo-Lites Treas- urer Sophomore Year. JOYCE ZWOLINSKI—Band, Student Council, Home Ec. Club, Knitting Club, Office Practice. Front row, left to right: A. Sakowski, K. Albro, D. Szymanski, F. Pelios. Back row: N. Weresow, Mr. Todd, G. Gorka, G. Chastain. QUOVADIS The editor and staff having: been chosen in April of ’54, work on Quovadis was begun in September of ’54. While we all wrote senior writeups, our art editor collected ideas, and began depicting our class history in sketches to be included in the book. Placing the pictures in the proper places, and providing phrases for the Washington and Memory pages was a perplexing job. By January of ’55, the underclassmen were ordering hooks, and we were working on clubs and activity writeups. Soon after the book was sent to the publisher in March of ’55, we received the printed galleys, and began to recheck all the work. Thanks to the wonderful guidance and aid of our advisor, Mr. Todd, we were rewarded with our grey and blue book in June of ’55. Remember the anxiousness with which we read each page? TYPISTS Back row—Joan Kuzdzal, Gladys Olsen, Charlene Burkshot, Joyce Zwolinski, Carol Harrill. Front row: Mary Ann Wanson, Dot Szymanski, Rose Marie Gabel, Marlene Schauer. ANN SAKOWSKI Editor MR. TODD Advisor NICK WERESOW Art Editor GEORGE GORKA Photographer UNDERCLASSMEN 57 STUDENT COUNCIL Led by Mrs. Marra, advisor, and President Ann Sakowski, 1955’s Council took great strides toward the betterment of the school. The Council became a much more efficient and representative organization whose pur- pose was to work for closer cooperation and unity in the school and to fulfill the needs and desires of the students. First row, left to right: M. Karwatt, L. Morgan, C. Dominick, A. Sakow- ski, F. Pelios, B. Merski, L. Gallas, G. Lasko. Second row: E. Van Pelt, J. Sheldrake, R. Reese, J. Zwolinski, D. Dockiewicz, E. Roberts, T. Galinski, N. Weresow, R. Parr. Third row: Mrs. A. Mara, G. Chastain, F. Burdak, W. Malkiewicz, F. Kwiatkowski, R. Kutschman, J. McLaughlin, R. Hower, A. Stoney. HONOR SOCIETY The National Honor Society was composed of students who were chosen by the faculty on the basis of scholarship, leadership, char- acter, and service. Each year selections were made from the upper one-fifth of the class. Induction into this society was the highest honor a student could attain. First row, left to right: D. King, A. Sakowski, A. Mickiewicz, J. Kuzdal, K. Albro. Second row: G. Norman, E. Owens, G. Chastain, J. Anderson, R. Leppig, F. Burdak, A. Delikat, J. Marcinczyk. ECHO-LITES Being a member on the Echo-Lites staff gave good experience to students interested in journalism. The editor and staff were selected in the spring before the next school year. Articles were written by the reporters who kept their eyes open for good copy about the school. The students received an Seated, left to right: P. Seagrave, N. Winter, L. Majeivski, M. Shauer, C. Burk shot, A. Kuzdal, D. Poplotvski, C. Stoker, J. Dieker, L. Dieker. Standing: Mrs. Pfeiffer, K. Oliver, ). King, L. Majeivski, R. Morgan, W. Boyler, R. Hower, R. Santoni, G. Norman, C. Podlesny. edition of the newspaper every month. ,V f L JUNIOR PLAY The Junior Class of 1956 knew “best” when they presented their play, entitled Father Knows Best, so well directed by Mr. McGarigle, Miss Kalbach and Miss Papa- christus. The play proved an amusing com- edy about the misunderstandings between a father and his children. The Juniors proved themselves to be very talented. Both audi- ence and actors enjoyed the performance. Cast for the Play: N. Albro, V. Chitren, S. Weeks, D. Roginski, C. Applegate, R. Lytkowski, R. Jesielotv- ski, B. Wilbur, B. Skurka, C. Lastein, D. Kuhrt, S. Scibek, D. Nagy, R. Balaskietvicz, W. Malkiewicz, G. Lasko, R. Yanas. Pictured below during a scene of the play: V. Chitren, D. Roginski, S. Weeks, N. Albro, Front row, left to right: S. Weeks, M. Schmitt, D. Pop- lowski, E. Robe, H. Fritz, T. De Monica, T. Kruczynski, J. Nawalany, E. Pillar, L. Brunelli, C. Conklin, L. Perfiniewicz, R. Yanas, W. Klaczkiewicz, II. Skurka. Second row: Mr. Simpko, H. Martin, F. Skulski, T. Lukie, C. Herman, K. Buckley, R. Fallon, R. Kenny, J. Walus, R. Bochenski, R. Samuel D. Roginski, G. Habel, F. Macorowski, B. Beurle, ]. Benenulo, D. Betz- ler, H. Holthausen, G. Stillwell, IS. Albro, L. Galas, J. Certo, G. Lasko, F. Danku, P. Cotton, E. Bogorski, R. Baluskiewicz, M. Kopervas, F. Atkinson, Miss Zofchak. Third row: L. Majeski, L. Majeski, A. Meggison, E. Demolkie, P. Litz, D. Khurt, A. Millroy, J. Hawkes, I. Thompson, IS. Szadkowski, Van Ostron, H. Scibek, S. Baneshek, D. Sutliff, L. Wolanin, J. Defort, E. Scan- lon, B. Meyer, B. Beattie, R. Morgan. JUNIOR CLASS ADVISORS Left to right: Remember when, in our freshman year, we walked from one strange room to another, getting lost a few times at the start, and saw the students and teachers? Then most of the newness wore off and we buckled down to our first year in high school. Our first ac- tivity, a Halloween dance, was a suc- cess, and helped to make us feel that we belonged. Before we knew it our, Sophomore year was upon us. This year we put on two dances, — the big social events be- ing the Valentine dance for which we chose a King and Queen of Hearts. The next year, of course, we were Juniors, and that was the best year we had seen in Sayreville. The first week First row, left to right: G. Jenks, R. Clune, G. Michalik, J. Volkert, R. Bennington, R. Vanderbilt, H. Brewer, F. Demetski, R. Weiss, R. Wicklund, F. Lajewski, L. Thompson, J. Chudkowski, F. Ryer, A. Zach. Second row: R. Dittman, S. Scibek, R. Litkowski, F. Weber, W. Miara, J. Antone, C. Applegate, B. Krzywicki, D. Dill, T. Brain. C. Baker, J. Halbert, F. Kwiatkowski, J. Stehm, J. Jones, R. Michalsky, V. Chitren, B. Wilbur, J. Sheldrake, R. Michalik, G. Loya, Wr. Malkiewicz, Mr. Simpko. Third row: W'. Fuller, J. Kuc. D. Douglas, R. Labanowicz, K. Krafft, A. Stoney, R. Jesielowski, IS. Tardy, C. Nafus, R. Kuran, R. Burkeson, C. Gronki, R. Witkowski. them there is the promise of tomorrow in December we proudly sported our new class rings. That third year brought us many “firsts.” The Junior Play was our first attempt at dramatics and the Junior-Senior Prom was our first try at putting on a formal dance. Remember how proud we were when our classmates began to make the teams, cheerleaders, and twirlers? Remember how happy we were to get out of school in June, and how we looked forward to September when we would be sen- iors at last? OFFICERS Left to right: W. Malkiewicz, G. Loya, W. Klackiewicz, D. Roginski. 61 A m- 3 First row, left to right: B. Sheldrake, E. Dunn, D Pillar, P. Gendowski, J. Skurka. G. Bauman, J. Mi chaels, J. Bennis, J. Howerin, L. Deiker, J. Krawczyk L. Kruczynski, N. Kozak, G. Stegway, M. Rota, B Pertiko. Second row: Mrs. Parnell, B. Riley, M. Ya mello, C. English, M. Karwatt, S. Phillips, N. Pieo chinski, H. Mickiewicz, G. Quaid, M. Miller, P. Cotten M. Crowel, J. Dominic, M. Navoj, F. Rosinski, G. Hart J. Careiv, J. Shufelt, D. Hoiver, E. Roberts, L. Powers, C. Grover, B. Porter, C. Nelson, C. Nelson, J. Freer, P. Hanson, J. Szeliga, Mr. Mount. Third row: B. Harris, C. Dominik, C. Grover, B. Fritz, P. Malysko, J. Go- laszewski, A. Sowa, S. Kopervas, M. Zamorski, B. Shu- berda, B. Zonkowski, J. Davis, E. Hiks, M. Cannon, C. Kutchman, J. Vroom, R. English, G. Bowman, E. Ochsner. SOPHOMORE ADVISORS Left to right: Mr. Mount, Mrs. Parnell. CLASS .... Knowledge We sophomores, the class of 1957, certainly have never forgotten our freshman year. The officers for that year were Robert Reese, Betty Dunn, Susan Phillips, and Annette Sowa, with Mr. Mount and Miss Lach as our class advisors. This staff definitely proved helpful in giving us an enjoyable school term, which included our freshman dance, a success in itself. That first year was a memorable one as we gained new experience in the high school field. Our Sophomore class officers were James Knox, Margaret Zamorski, June Carew, Richard Oldenburg, with Mr. Mount assisted by Mrs. Parnell as class advisors, who we felt sure, helped us have a pleasant year. The success of the 62 Seated, left to right: W. Hoffman, B. Olender J. Lynch, M. Wiggins, D. Fiala, R. Pasquale, R. Dittman, J. Conklin, D. MacArthur, J. Glasken, R. Lasko, F. In- man, R. Grobelny, R. O’Such, R. Donelon, E. Wrohel. Standing, first row: Mr. Mount, P. Cox, R. Kuran, W. Betzler, J. Shaw, E. Van Pelt, J. Borst, M. Bowman, A. Benkert, W. Meggison, P. Eppinger, C. Buchanan, T. Chmielewski, B. Ardanowski, J. Podlesny, S. Egnat, R. Perkins, I. Bowmen, R. Besiada, Roldenburg, F. Erick- son, E. Markulic, R. Hulse, J. Costello, ]. Kopitsky, D. Newton, A. Baumann, R. Puchala, F. Strugala, M. Travisano, G. Koehl, R. Bieber, F. Malik, A. Genus, J. Knox, Mrs. Parnell. Second row: A. Beattie, R. Kett- ner, F. Dieker, F. Nebus, A. Wiecek, R. Donelon, J. Sczewczyk, S. Pawelek, W. Kraus, R. Reese, M. Chud- kowski, T. Galinski, T. Salamon, R. Markulin, J. Mc- Laughlin, S. Van Why, R. Strugala, F. MacDonald, J. Tremel, H. Ploskon, R. Phillips, J. Standowski, T. Kuc, H. Applegate. incited them to seek new goals. first sophomore dance had shown their capabilities. Remember when we held our big event — the Sophomore Sweethearts? Susan Phillips and Ronnie Kuran cer- tainly made a handsome Queen and King. In 1955, as sophomores we hoped to continue our progress with the help of our leaders handling affairs with efficiency while strengthening our school spirit at Sayreville High. OFFICERS Left to right: J. Knox, M. Zamorski, J. Carew, R. Oldenburg. 63 First row, left to right: K. Murray, M. Taynor, P. Weeks, C. Crowell, J. Piacitelli, H. Dieker, F. Petner, M. Olsen, M. Garbowski, L. Novak. P. Kott, J. Rod• riquez, L. Covert, L. Morgan, C. Paporta, S. Marshall. Second row: K. Bradham, P. Pursarczyk, B. Raczkow- ski, L. Pravero, V. Ehler, K. Clark, J. Bein, C. Rob- inson, J. Weiss, G. Marminello, B. Merinsky, M. Wilson, J. Synder, B. H or ill, B. Popowski, B. Ziemenski, A. Krauss, D. Sator ski, J. Hockenjos, C. Dieker, P. Mazu rowski, D. Goodas, J. Domzal, B. Nash, P. Lesinski, C. Oliver, Bean, C. Janczlik, L. Conover, F. Buis, J. Tardy, J. Shimak, J. Nagy, B. Stader, P. Zonkowski, M. Marcinczyk. Third row: K. Balan, J. Englehardt, J. Gorman, R. Shaftic, V. Scanlan, J. Scianomonico, J. Narkiewicz, F. Newman, T. Unkel, B. Balon, B. Estelle, C. Nita, J. Rupp, W. Wojiechowicz, J. Morrison, B. Kabara, B. Meask, J. Solook, B. Douglas, Owens, B. Jennings, J. Weiss, S. Volker, B. Krank, M. Anaya, C. Wade, B. Kukuiki. FRESHMAN ADVISORS Mr. Enanovitch Mrs. Todd Mrs. Halata CLASS It was Sub-Freshman Day. We were green as can be, but were eager to learn the high school way of life. Each door opened to a room so very unfamiliar to us all. Remember the first assembly? We felt downhearted, be- cause of our seats in the back of the auditorium. We promised ourselves that one day we would be Seniors and sit in those coveted first row seats. The thrills of our first dance, game, and canteen never really wore off. We were soon in the groove, however, and took advantage of the wonderful opportunities offered at S.H.S. January of the new year, 1955, proved to be our most active month. On January 20, we held our first class meeting. Having already gotten acquainted, we were ready to elect our class officers. We were proud to have Phyllis Zon- kowski as President, Jon Herrel as Vice-Presi- 64 First row, left to right: A. Skwiat, D. Wicklund, R Clark, T. White, R. Pietroski, A. Menzel, R. Ujobagy M. Steiner, C. Brys, E. Petner, J. Brennan, W . Mon schein, R. Grover, L. Eskra, W. Howells; L. Blaska F. Heck, J. Chunco, G. Podolak, J. Wieczokowski, W Tice, F. Standowski, J. Grover. Second row: R. Rich ardson, T. Zdep, T. Southon, J. Palumbo, R. York, J Ginn; C. Betzler, R. Armstrong, S. Bogurski, S. Ar ling, K. Beauregard, R. Golla, H. Wilson, J. Adell J. Swiderski, T. Magdon, F. Piatek. Third row: R Sakowski, R. Gayda, G. Gayda, E. Paprota, B. Zeh J. Ordner, M. Jennings, R. Seppi, J. Ashman, D Doughty, L. Carew, Tremel, A. Brown, T. Thomson, F. MacDonald, R. Jessen, C. Lukie, J. Chierchie, R. Samuel, W. Olsen, B. Brewer, E. Strek, B. Kulesa, J. Cebulski, J. Dusko, R. Lielian, E. l eminski, M. Ilelpa, R. Szatkowski, R. I arsen, S. Lebanowitz, M. Kojkowski, L. Tice, F. Salamon, R. English. Fourth row: I). Sator- ska, W. Lehman, C. Zahn, R. Nowak, C. Blaszka, G. Bailey, C. Kurczeski, T. Rysinski, L. Kupsch, J. Con- over, B. Kupsch, M. Weiss, R. Cizewski, J. Dzergoski, J. Herrel, T. Laskiewicz, R. Dittman, W. Stoney, R. Kornacki, A. Kotow, J. Ballon, G. Lewis, R. Parr, R. Czernikowski, J. Bogarczak, J. Harkins, A. Cassler. From our success arose dent, Mike Helpa as Treasurer, and Margie Shuler as Secretary. We held our January Jig, a record dance, and it was very successful. That was when we started our bank account. Few of our happy days as Freshmen would have been possible if it were not for our three advisors: Mrs. Todd, Mrs. Galbraith, and Mr. Evanovich. OFFICERS P. Zonkowski, M. Shuler, M. Helpa, J. Herrel. their ambitions. COLLEGE PREP Students planning to enter college were offered the College Preparatory course. The basic subjects: Mathematics, Sciences, and Languages were offered to these applicants for admission to college. Music and Home Economics were also required subjects. Drafting, Typing, and Steno were recommended as valuable assets to students wishing to further their education. COMMERCIAL Students wanting office positions usually took our commercial course. To prepare them for these positions they took Junior Business Training, Commer- cial Geography, Typing, Steno, Bookkeeping, Office Practice, Commercial Law and Salesmanship. The Senior students spent fifteen weeks in practice work in South Amboy, Sayreville, South River, and New Brunswick. 66 INDUSTRIAL ARTS Industrial Arts course was a strong, vocational curriculum. This particular course was opened to all students who were interested in becoming skilled workers, and also to those interested in mechanical arts. The skills which they were taught have been used since they entered the trades as apprentices. GENERAL Students who were undecided about their future jobs and careers took our General course. A student in this curriculum enrolled in special subjects which prepared him for his future work. Later during the term, if their marks were satisfactory, the students were permitted to transfer to another course. 67 OUR TREASURED MEMORIES The crowning of the King and Queen highlight the sophomore dance. Left to right: M. Zamorski, S. Philips, R. Kuran. Juniors marveled at first sight of their rings. 68 Freshmen were disc-jockies for their dance. Echo-Lites Club Remember the work done towards putting out the pa- per in this period? The ar- ticles were assigned, and much of the work in writing them was done during the club period under the direc- tion of Mrs. Pfeiffer. The pa- per was also laid out during club period. First row, left to right: B. Olender, W. Boyler, If'. Schaefer, C. Podlesny, Mrs. Pfeiffer. Second row: B. Reilly, L. Dieker, Moonur shine, R. Santoni. Third row: B. Pertiko, J. Dusko, J. Polumbo, K. Oliver, F. Pelios. Fourth row: L. Stratton, E. Roberts, J. Glacken. Fifth row: N. Albro, E. Robe, E. Daly, J. Uawkes. Standing: If. Martin, B. Meyer, I. Thompson, S. Weeks, J. Marcinczyk, E. Prysak, M. Przybylko, P. Segrave, B. Tuynor, G. Vroom, D. King, J. Dicker, C. Stoker, L. Majewski, 11. t ritz, R. Kielian, G. Gaeta. Quovadis Club “Does anyone know who this is?” The members of the Quovadis Club, under the direction of Mr. Tood, did many of the jobs that helped in getting out the yearbook. Remember the fun collecting money and identifying all the faces in the pictures! Seated, left to right: M. Turner, A. Nagy, D. Dockiewicz, J. DeFazio, B. Sabb, P. Golaszewski. Front, seated: K. Albro. Rear rows: F. Pelios, B. Lawrence, J. Anderson, G. Chastain, P. Buyofski, B. Knox, B. Kureble, A. Sakowski, Mr. Todd, W. Hein- die, P. Zdep, G. Norman, R. Kutcliman, A. Peter, C. Setterstrom. F.T.A. A new club organized in our Senior year was the Fu- ture Teachers of America. Can we ever forget how thrilled our future teachers were at the opportunity to learn just what teaching is really like from our own Mrs. Galbraith. Front row, left to right: L. Wolanin, F. Skulski, L. Brunelli, C. Conklin. Second row: E. Scanlon, M. Kopervas, Brennen, T. Magdon, J. Chierchie. Third row: L. Perfinowcz, T. Lukie, R. Strugala, L. Blaska. Standing: G. Lewis, Mrs. Galbraith, W. Klaczkewicz, F. MacDonald. 70 Office Practice We have never forgotten how important all the Sen- ior Commercial girls felt when they reached their last year. Following the first half of the year in Miss Zofchak’s Office Practice Club, they entered the business world to try their talents. Foreground, left to right: L. Newman, D. Rusxaj. Middle row: J. Sweeny, N. Bau- mann, A. Kopervas, C. Burkshot, M. Besieda, R. Dziuban, D. Szymanski. Standing: Miss Zofchak. Rear row: M. Schauer, N. Winter, P. Reed, P. Quinn, L. Chmiel, L. Witzel, G. Olsen, R. Cottrell, B. Donahue. Commercialites Club Remember the prepara- tion all the Freshmen Com- mercial students received from Mrs. Mershon in Com- mercialites Club? The mem- bers of this club studied, dis- cussed, and tried office ma- chines. The guidance re- ceived by these club mem- bers must have been valu- able in their work. First row, left to right: C. Herman, M. Schmitt, P. Zonkowski. Second row: Mrs. Mershon, B. Douglas, J. Snyder, V. Eh- lers, S. Clark, M. Garbowski, S. Marshal, M. Crowell, L. Novak, P. Weeks. Third row: C. Mensenis, C. Nelson, B. Krank, B. Merski, C. Owens, R. Bien, M. Everson, B. Popowski, L. Pavero. Red Cross Club Remember when, in 1955, our Junior Red Cross mem- bers took monthly trips to the monthly chapter meet- ings in New Brunswick. Also never - to - be - forgotten time when, with Mrs. Arthurs, we entertained the patients at Skillman at a birthday party. Standing, rear row, left to right: T. Mot• minello, D. Pillar, P. Mazurowski, C. Grover, C. English, A. Sowa, M. Silverman, R. Kupa, Mrs. Arthurs, K. Murray. First row: A. Krause, G. Stegway, J. Dominik, B. Sciannimanico. Second row: C. Wade. T. Uncle, J. Freer, N. Piechinski. Third row: J. Englehardt, B. Kabara, R. English, B. Bogorski. Fourth row: J. Bennis, F. Danko, H. Cotten. 71 Leaders’ Club The Leader’s Club was or- ganized by the squad leaders in the girl’s gym period. Led by Miss Eberle, the girls who called the roll and led in sports during class time fur- thered their interest in all types of gymnastics. Can we ever forget those exercises? First row, left to right: B. MacRae, D. ilower, G. l.asko. It. Fritz. Second row: R. Yanas, I). Kuhrt, D. Nagy, I). Rogin- ski, S. Phillips. Third row: B. Zonkowski, R. Morgan, P. Malysko, B. Skurka, S. Rater- Jack. Top row: L. Majewski, B. Harris, M. Karwatt, Miss Eberle, J. Nawalany, B. Dunn, R. Samuel. Gym Club The Gym Club was organ- ized in 1954 by Mr. Wortley and Mr. Dill. This venture turned out to be a huge suc- cess. As the name implies, the boys were taught tumb- ling and gymnastic work on the apparatus. Remember those calisthenics? Bottom row, left to right: C. Buchanan, Dougherty, Betzler, T. Zdep, B. Zeh, J. Sealy, J. Herrill. Second row: E. VanPelt, D. Newton, E, Wrobel, R. Puchala, R. Clune, A. Bauman, R. Ujobagy, G. Mi- chalik. Third row: Mr. Dill, T. Laskiewicz, H. Ploskon, A. Beattie, R. English, R. Jesielowski, K. Kraft, F. Dicker, IF. Stoney. Metal Craft Club The hoys in the Metal Craft Club remember the pride they took in their cre- ative work on Tuesdays. While Mr. Siinpko, their skilled advisor, observed the projects, the club members brought their ideas to life by constructing the objects with metal. Front row, left to right: R. Clark, R. Jes- som, W. Olsen, S .Bogurski, Kojowski, O. Menzel, J. Cebulski, II. Bright. Standing: G. Harkins, A. Koutuw, R. Phillips, J. Ballom, M. ff'eiss, F. Nebus, F. Standowski, J. Bogczyk, R. McCrone, Brown, Lebano- wits. 72 General Science Club Many excited discussions could be heard as the Gen- eral Science Club, under the leadership of Mr. YMinkow- ski, debated current science problems. If a point could not be proved by discussion, an experiment was called for. Remember the excitement over one minor point? First rou left to right: F. Piatek, T. York, R. Seppi, C. Lukie, R. Armstrong. Second row: J. Adell, J. Ginn, C. Blasska, E. Ne- minski, A. Tice, R. Czernikouski, G. Bow- man, J. Shufelt, Mr. Wnukowski, O. Hart, C. Kutschman, M. Helpa, C. Brys, R. Lasko, P. Gyndowski. Micro Club We have never forgotten all the interesting and puzzl- ing slides which we saw un- der the microcopes — that Mr. Newcomer always had to focus. Besides learning to look through a microscope, we also learned its parts and the best way to use it. First row, left to right: H. Applegate, R. O'Such, H. Mickiewicz, T. Kuc. Second row: T. Thompson, J. IT ieczarkowski, S. Koper1 T. Thompson, J. Wieczarkowski, S. Koper- iias, W. Meggison. Third row: J. Conklian, R. Grover, A. Benkert, J. Shaw. Fourth row: Mr. Newcomer, R. Grobelny, M. Bow- man, N. Hulse, J. Pillar, E. Markulic, C. Zahn, T. Zuber, W. Lehman, T. Brain, W. Hoffman. Physics Club Many strange noises could be heard coming from Room 22 where a group of ambi- tious young scientists were trying to solve problems which they had encountered during class. Remember the excitement that came from finally solving a difficult problem? Left to right: F. Inman, J. Halbert, A. Zach, J. Chudkowski, F. Whitely, R. Lyt- kowski, V. Chitren, B. Krzywicki, J. La- jewski, R. Dittman, J. Jones, Mr. Me- Garigle. Dramatics Club Remember the good times that were had by the mem- bers of the Dramatics Club under the guidance of Miss Kalback? With the help of the Stagecraft Club, the skits put on each week were a lot of fun for everyone. Seated at table: G. Stillwell, E. Domolki, B. Mer insky. Front row: W. Tice, L. Piskorski, J. Defort, B. Bukulski, P. Kott, T. Tenore, B. Harrill. Second row: Miss Kalback, D. Leitch, R. Nelson, A. Millroy, P. Litz, D. Betzler, R. Balaskewicz, B. Stader, C. Robinson, C. Janczlik, R. Me- Crone, W. Kocsis, R. Rysinski, J.Krawczyk, B. Beattie. Stagecraft Club Remember how grotesque all the members of the Dra- matics Club looked in theii make-up done by the Stage- craft Club members. Under the leadership of Mrs. Todd, they made and supplied the properties used in skits of various types produced dur- ing club period. Center Foreground: T. White. Front row, left to right: J. Costello, B. Estelle, R. Falon, J. Solook, V. Scanlan, L. Yamelo, C, Dicker, L. Conover, L. Eskra, M. Rota, B. Balon, S. Wilson, J. McLaughlin, J. Timm, T. Rysinski, Mrs. Todd. Stairs: P. Dieker, J. Piacietelli, F. Tremel, . Wilson, J. Gorman, R. Shaftic. Fine Arts Club Remember when the mem- bers of this club were sport- ing new hand-made sweaters and scarves? Organized in our Senior year by Mrs. Mar- ra, it almost made some of the girls wish we were under- classmen again. This club in- terested anyone adept at needlework. Front row, left to right: C. Crowell, J. Bein, J. Certo, L. Gallas, J. Benvenuto, A. Meyer, M. Bochenski, D. Poplowski. Second row: Mrs. Marra, M. T ay nor C. Paprota, M. Wilson, C. Mosimann, S. Kruczynski, J. Walus, C. Braddam, D. Sutliffe, B. Beurle, W. Wojiechowicz, F. Maciorowski, C. Nita, G. Habel, J. Carpenter. 74 Art Club Remember the beautiful pictures produced during club period in Room 21! Or- ganized for the purpose of giving our artists a chance to further their work, the Art Club, with Mr. Modzelewski as director, was very proud of its excellent results. First row, left to right: R. Cater, R. Mar- kulin, J. Howerin. Second row: E. Strek, J. Morrison, J. Golaszewski, C. Grover. Third row: B. Zieminski, P. Satorski, L. Brunclli, J. Ordner, M. Zamorski. Fourth row: C. if'all, Mr. Modzelewski, N. Tardy. Fifth row: J. Knox, R. Oldenburg, N. Weresow, N. Kozak, E. Applegate, R. Holt- hausen. Knitting Club Remember the many skills the members of the Knitting Club exhibited? Under the careful direction of Mrs. Par- nell, many beautiful knitted articles were produced dur- ing club period. For many, this was an adventure — for they were learning to knit. First row, left to right: E. Pillar, F. Atkin- son, C. Bright, H. Frank. Second row: C. IFeiss, D. Fabiszewski, F. Newman, J. Nar- kiewicz. Third row: J. Rodrequez, B. Leitch, B. Nash, J. Domnzal. Fourth row: M. Mar- cinczyk, P. Prusarczyk, J. Hockenjos, H. Houlthousen. Standing: R. Larsen, Whitely Szitkowski, P. Lesinka, C. Van Nostrand, 11. Scibek, B. Raczkowski, J. Madelino, R. Neminski, J. Ost, Mrs. Parnell. Glee Club We have never forgotten the sound of the Glee Club singing echoing through the halls of S.H.S. Under the leadership of Mr. Mount, the songs usually sung were the old favorites and so many of the popular songs — do you still sing them? First row, left to right: J. Standowski, S. Volker, M. Nawoj, B. Jennings, D. Goodas, J. Howerin, Mr. Mount. Second row: J. Scibek, G. Bailey, F. Malik, F. Nebus, D. Satorski, R. Nowak, W. Stoney. Modern Story Club Under the direction of Mr. Starego, the Modern Story Club members tried to en- large their cultural knowl- edge by reading and discuss- ing novels. Though interest- ed in novels mainly, they read all forms of writing. Re- member the trouble under- standing some of those stories? First row, left to right: F. Kruczynski, J. Davis, T. Del Monico, L. Kupka, A. Cas- tier. Second row: J. Skurka, F. Rosinski, B. Shuberda, J. Ordner, J. Shimak. Standing: T. Southon, R. Samuel. J. Ashman, N. Tardy, C Oliver, Carew, R. Wicklund, G. Podolak, M. Steiner, B. Kupsch, W. Miara, B. Richason, Mr. Starego. French Club “Parlez-vous francais ?” This and other French phrases and sentences could be heard floating through the air outside Room 23 as Mrs. Halata, a native French- woman, tried to teach a group of aspiring young Americans to speak French as it should be spoken. Front row, left to ngm: J. Swiderski, L. Covert, T. Chiemielski. Back row. M. Weiss, B. Howells, J. Nagy, J. Rupp, Chanko, Mrs. Halata. Library Club With Mrs. Simko, these amateur librarians learned how to run a library. After becoming familiar with dif- ferent phases of managing a library, members of this club were able assistants in the library. Can we ever forget the help they were? Seated, left to right: Mrs. Simko, A. Kacz• marek, J. Galinski, G. Nelson, M. Miller, B. Sheldrake, P. Cotton. Standing: L. An- derson, G. Quade, V. Lopes, L. Powers, E. Ochs, P. Hanson, J. Szeliga, C. Dominick, H. Brewer, J. Antone, F. Demetski. 76 Left to right: R. Sunder ski, F. Bur dak. FOOTBALL The Sayreville football team of 1954-55 started to work out early in September. They had lost many stellor performers through grad- uation the previous spring, and the job of re- building was turned over to a new coach. The man selected was Mr. Henry Counsman, a teacher and former coach at Sayreville High. Under his capable guidance and leadership, thirty-eight individuals were welded into a team. Entering into the first game as twelve point underdogs, Sayreville stunned Lakewood by defeating them 19-6. After dropping several contests, Sayreville played one of its finest ball- games, holding St. Peters to a 6-6 deadlock. Sayreville’s over-all record was 1-5-1. This team will be remembered for its fine players and good sportsmanship. When we left, we all wished both Mr. Couns- man and members of the team the best of luck for the years to come. We still follow the news of Sayreville games in the Sports section of the papers, and look forward to the games we can attend. Sayreville Opponents 19 Lakewood 6 0 Red B. Cat. 7 0 Bordentown M. 20 6 Carteret 32 6 St. Peters 6 13 Highland P. 40 0 Metuchen 1954 Season 19 Grab that ball! 78 The line holds for the punt. Remember their sacrifices to uphold their Alma Mater? First row, left to right: R. Kuran, J. Halbert, D. Engel- hardt, G. Lemerich, R. Hoiver, W. Mesh, J. Cannon, R. Kuran, R. Swiderski, F. Burdak, L. Dzergoski, D. Campbell. Second row: Coach—J. Wortley, Coach— H. Counsman, F. Kwiatkowski, J. Callahan, J. Dzer- goski, R. Clune, J. Madelino, R. Ciszewski, A. Skwiat, L. Farley, R. Wicklund, R. Reese, Mgr.—A. Bauman, Mgr.—R. Neminski. Third row: J. Conover, M. Travi- sano, S. Pawelek, R. Kornaki, A. Wiecek, T. Kiewicz, L. Thompson, W. Krause, F. Dieker, W. Betzler, E. Paprota. Madelino circles right end for a gain against Highland Park. COACHES Left to right: Mr. Wortley, Mr. Counsman. 79 BASKETBALL Sayreville SCORES Opponents 77 Hoffman 53 52 Metuchen 63 70 St. Mary’s (Perth Amboy) • 86 39 St. Peter’s 52 42 Woodbridge St. Peter’s 39 57 60 50 Carteret 67 56 Bordentown 40 39 St. Mary’s (South Amboy) 48 55 Metuchen 54 69 Jamesburg 35 61 Carteret 64 73 Bordentown 53 65 Highland Park Mary’s (Perth Amboy) 41 49 St. 54 45 St. Mary’s (South Amboy) 39 73 Hoffman 57 82 Rutgers Prep 65 71 Woodbridge 58 86 Jamesburg 57 69 Ewing Township 75 Their sportsmanship was an inspiration to us all With the passing of Thanksgiving, our thoughts turned to basketball. Mr. Gutkowski, in his sixth year of coaching at S.H.S., was again faced with he job of rebuilding a team hit by graduation. Although Sayreville lacked height, it more than made up for this in speed and aggressiveness. One thing we all remember was that that year Sayreville recorded its 100th win under Mr. Gutkowski. After a fine season Sayreville, with a 10-8 record entered the first game of the State Tournament, playing and losing to a good Ewing Township team 75-69. Upon graduation Sayreville lost five seniors: Eddie Pry- sak, John Marcinczyk, Leo Farley, Jack Callahan, and Len Dzergoski. Leo will score again. Come on ball, move! , � B IRs 81 Varsity Kneeling, left to right: L. Farley, J. Marcinczyk, E. Prysak, C. Applegate, J. Stehm. Standing: Coach J. Gut• kowski, J. Callahan, W. Malkiewicz, R. Michalsky, R. fPitkowski, R. Kuran, R. Kuran, L. Dzergoski. J.V. Top row, left to right: Mr. Wortley, J. Knox, V. Chitren, Tremble, F. Salomon, A. Beattie, R. Ciszewski, R. Reese, M. Chudkowski, Mr. Counsman. Front row: W. Stoney, J. Conover, F. Dieker, C. Brys, E. Paprota, E. Ve minski. BAND One of Sayreville High School’s oldest activi- ties was the band. Anyone who played a musical instrument or wished to learn could join the Band. The club’s activities start in the Fall, playing for all the football games. After foot- ball there were parades and preparations for the band’s biggest event, the Spring Concert. Under the leadership of Mr. Cornell, the band set a precedent by making the concert formal. The band has always remained the splendid organization it was. TWIRLERS Front row, left to right: G. Bowman, R. Donelon, Vanderbilt, M. Hauserman, P. Anaya, A. Sakowski, . Galley, L. Morgan, K. Beaure- gard, R. Donelon, F. Pelios. Second row: P. Golaszewski, C. Baker, S. Scibek, M. Chudkowski, C. Burkshott, A. Genus, B. Ardanowski, B. Wilbur, B. Scibek, M. Kopervas. Third row: A. Delikat, G. Chas- tain, P. Buyofski, W. Boyler, ]. Dernetski, D. Campbell, E. Rogalski, P. Cox, R. Leppig. Remember when our twirlers were sporting their new blue and white gabardine uniforms at the games and parades in the Fall of 1954? The twirl- ers, under the direction of Mr. Cornell, made the half-time entertainment at our football games some- thing which will long be remembered. Led by their majorette, Louise Shaftic, and the captain, Lorraine Majewski, they also exhibited their skill at the many parades throughout the year. At the Spring Concert though, was when the twirlers gave their best per- formance, which has never been forgotten. v t Front row, left to right: L. Shaftic, B. Beattie, P. Quinn, H. Martin, R. Morgan, F. Skulski, J. Kuzdal, E. Roberts, L. Majewski. Rear: D. Hower, B. Harris, L. Majewski, A. Meggison, G. Stillwell, J. Szeliga, P. hits. CHEERLEADERS They were to be seen cheering and hollering at all the games. Under Miss Eberle, their advisor and Nancy Baumann and Rose Ann Wanson, there was no lack of pep and vigor. All the girls were invited to try out for cheering in the spring and the ones selected cheered at foot- ball and basketball games the next year and from then until they graduated. In their blue corduroy jumpers and gray cotton blouses, they were one of the reasons that we had such good teams. And, of course, we have never forgotten those warm-up exercises! Upper Circle, left to right: S. Phillips, M. Karwatt, G. Lasko, P. Malysko, G. Olsen, B. Fritz. Center: R. A. Wanton, N. Baumann. Lower Circle: P. Reed, D. Sxymanski, J. Nawalany, M. A. Wanson. GIRLS’ SPORTS In 1954-55 Miss Eberle, girls’ gym teacher, again organized a volleyball tournament. The squads first played each other within each class. Then the winning team from each class played the victors from another class. This continued until all the teams but one had been eliminated. The winning team received an emblem. Another sport played with interest by all the girls was basketball. Although this sport did not reach the tournament stage, it was of great popularity with most of the girls. Not to be taken