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

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1957 volume:

r - p ' a i wvpn A O LT) N VADIS £££ H£‘3saw MMM.' • i FOREWORD Through the pages of this book, Studio '57 will present to you, by the use of picture and phrase, a T.V. play. This play is very unusual, but is overwhelmingly true to life. It is the story of someone's life—the life of the senior class of Sayreville High. The entire executive production staff includes our principal, superintendent of schools, and the Board of Educa- tion. Starring in this dramatic presentation are the Seniors with a support- ing cast of underclassmen. The staff of Quo Vadis, attempts to provide for you, a lasting monument and vivid memory of our four years in Sayreville High School. We hope that in the years ahead of you, this book will serve to help you remember, with pride and happiness, your years here in Sayreville High School. TABLE OF CONTENTS FACULTY ................................................Page SENIORS ............................................... Page HONOR SOCIETY ......................................... Page CLASS TRIP ............................................. Page EMMY AWARDS ............................................Page YEARBOOK STAFF ........................................ Page INTERMISSION ...........................................Page SENIOR PLAY ........................................... Page UNDERCLASSMEN .......................................... Page COURSES OFFERED ..................................... .Page ACTIVITIES .............................................Page STUDENT COUNCIL...................-....................Page ECHO-LITES .............................................Page TWIRLERS ...............................................Page BAND ...................................................Page CONTEMPORARY LITERATURE ................................Page SPORTS ................................................ Page FOOTBALL ............................................... Page BASKETBALL .............................................Page CANDID CAMERA .......-.................................Page CHEERLEADERS ......................................... Page GIRLS' SPORTS ......................................... Page 5 17 51 52 54 56 58 60 61 68 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 80 82 85 86 Directors . . . . 5 . . . FACULTY J. HOWARD KOLB Y EDWARD F. FIELEK HAROLD H. BOEHM ANTHONY POPOWSKI Mayor GOVERNING BODY Every town needs the leadership of a strong governing body. Our Borough Council is just that. Without its competent officers and members, Sayreville could not have achieved the success an d growth which it now enjoys. The six members of the council are citizens whom we all respect and admire for their loyalty and service. Everyone in the community is represented by the conscientious councilmen. We, the Class of 1957, wish to express our gratitude to thes e men of Sayreville who have served their people so diligently. RAYMOND J. PRESNAL ALFRED W. SCHUSSLER JOSEPH F. ZIEMBA 6 JAMES CALLAHAN JOSEPH KEENAN CHARLES LYNCH STANLEY NOWAK BOARD OF Our Board of Education consists of nine men elected by the people of our community. Their job is to govern the educational facilities of the borough. By their integrity, unceasing efforts, and ability the problems set before them are flawlessly solved. The staff of Quo Vadis wishes to express their gratitude and thanks to the members of the Board of Education for the educational privileges which all of us have en- joyed in Sayreville High School. PAUL KARBOWSKI President FRANCIS SAMUEL Vice President EDUCATION GEORGE WIST WILLARD ZACH WALTER ZAMORSKI STEPHEN MALIK Board Cleric 7 MISS MARION SAMSEL Secretary MRS. BETTY KROEGER Secretary 8 DR. RICHARD S. POLLACK Superintendent of Schools To the Class of '57: The miracle of borning and dying is repeated endlessly be- fore the eyes of man. He understands it not, nor can he control it. This is God's work. How the life is spent, which is thus created, is man's work. The recipe, therefore, has been truly writ and given to us in the Gospel. That you may read well this script, I entreat: Sol iustitiae nos illustra. MISS MARGARET M. WALSH Principal To the Class of '57: The first phase of your life is finished. Now the great challenge is to do your best and be satisfied with nothing less. The way you meet the future will be governed by your maximum development and willingness and ability to deal with each problem. With hope and determination, you our American teenagers, can be a firm basis of a long peace. MRS. MILDRED TRENT Secretary MISS ROSEMAR'E SAMUEL Secretary 9 T eachers by their coachingjn CHRISTOPHER CORNELL Music B.S. New York University Twirlers, Band, Orchestra HOMER DILL Physical Education B.S. Panzer College ETHEL DOWNING Latin, French, and English B.A. Mount Holyoke College 10 times of uncertainty MARY DULEMBA Typing I, Shorthand I, Law and Sales Office Practice M.Ed. Rutgers University PHYLLIS GAILBRAITK Commercial English B.A. Trenton State Teachers College Assistant Advisor, Class of '58 JOHN GUTKOWSKI History and Vocational Civics B.S. Manhattan College Varsity Basketball and Baseball Coach 11 by their correction and guidance GRACE MERSHON Bookkeeping, Junior Business Training B.S. Rider College VINCENT MODZELEWSKI Art M.A. Columbia U niversity 12 hen we hove gone astray JOAN NOWAK Shorthand I, Commercial Geography, Junior Business Training B.S. Georgian Court College Advisor, Class of '60 MARIE PARNELL English, Contemporary Literature B.A. Douglass College Assistant Advisor, Class of '57 HELEN PFEIFFER Spanish and English M. Ed. Rutgers U niversity Echo-Lites Advisor ROSALIE RUBINO Health Education B.S. Jersey City State Teachers College R.N. Jersey City Medical Center Assistant Advisor, Class of '59 . . . our teachers have helpec JOYCE RHAESA English A.B. Georgian Court College RICHARD REICHENBACH Commercial Geography English, World History A.B. Lafayette College Freshman Football Coach Assistant Advisor, Class of ‘60 JOHN SIMKO Metal Shop and Drafting M.A. Seton Hall University 14 s to attain our goals LORRAINE SIMKO Librarian B.A. Montclair State Teachers College IRENE TODD English and Social Studies B.A. Montclair State Teachers College Advisor, Class of '58 JAMES TODD Mathematics M.A. Montclair State Teachers College Advisor, Class of '59 15 LUCIAN WNUKOWSKI Science B.S. New York University JOHN WORTLEY Physical Education B.S. Panzer College J.V. Coach LUCILLE GARTNER Cooking New York University Delhi Custodians, left to right: Mrs. Krzynowek, Mr. Bailey, Mr. Baumann. . . . Our efficient school staff. 16 Cafeteria staff, left to right: Mrs. Garbowski, Mrs. Gurgul, Mrs. Hammel. Starring . . . 4 . . . SENIORS MR. ALLAN MOUNT Advisor Advisors MRS. MARIE PARNELL Assistant Advisor The pleasures which a class receives during its four years in high school depend to a great extent upon the help which they receive from their class advisors. We can say: as the seniors of 1957, that we very much appreciated the kindness and understanding shewn us by our two advisors, Mrs. Parnell and Mr. Mount. From the day that we walked into Sayreville High School as shy fresh- men, who were scared to turn a corner in this big school, until the night of graduation when we were nervously standing in cap and gown awaiting the presentation of the piece of paper which was the fruit of four years of scholastic labor, we were urged on by our advisors to seek out bigger and better things. To these two teachers we owe four successful years in Sayreville High School. To our advisors from the staff of Quo Vadis and the entire senior class we wish to express our gratitude, thanks, and best wishes in all the years to come. 18 Class JOHN SHAW President GAIL BOWMAN Secretary Officers RICHARD MARKULIN Vice President MARJORIE ZAMORSKI Treasurer HAROLD APPLEGATE Ambition: Undecided Apps Pet Peeve: English IV Known for his mathematical abilities, Apps also enjoys clowning around. Al- though he has no future plans, we know he will be as successful as he is bright. Activities: Football, Quo Vadis, Word Study and Math Club, Aviation Club, Micro Club, Junior Play. GEORGE ARNEY Ambition: Undecided Georgia Pet Peeve: Work George is a fellow with a very nice personality. Being a football player, George knows fair play and good sports- manship. His future is not decided, but we know he will do well in whatever he endeavors. Activities: Radio Club, Science Club, Varsity Football. BENJAMIN ARDANOWSKI Ambition: Engineer Ben Pet Peeve: Essays This is the fourth year that Ben is contributing his musical talent to the band. Excellent grades are his for hard work in his studies. As long as Ben keeps up this good work, we know that he will climb to the top of the ladder of success. Activities: Band, J.V. Baseball, J.V. Basketball, J.V. Football, Word Study and Math Club, Spring Concert. RALPH BAILEY Ambition: Businessman Fufu Pet Peeve: School Ralph .is really a free and easy going member of the class. We wish him all the luck in the world in his future career. Activities: General Science Club, Metal Shop Club, Intramurals. 20 ALFRED BAUMANN Ambition: Communication Electrician Al Eefms Pet P5eve: Report Cards Al Eefms is doing a fine job of promoting athletics in S.H.S. as a football manager. His sunny disposition brightens many a day. We wish him success in his future endeavors. Activities: Football Manager, Radio Club, Gym Club, Science Club. GEORGIANNE BAUMANN Ambition: Undecided Jan Pet Peeve: Silence Jan is a lot of fun and is willing to help anyone who is in distress. Short and pert, quiet in class, and happiest at 3:00 are adjectives which describe Jan the best. Activities: Sub Deb Club, Knitting Club, Science Club. ALFRED BEATTIE Ambition: Dentist Clyde Pet Peeve: Smelly perfume Al, a very handsome and popular member of the class, is quite a hit with everyone. His outstanding personality makes him a friend that can't be topped. Being an excellent student and hard worker, we are sure he will gain the quest he is seeking. Activities: Word Study and Math Club, Gym Club, Varsity Basketball, Radio Club, Quo Vadis KENNETH BEAUREGARD Ambition: Farmer Ken Pet Peeve: Tests Being musically inclined, Ken has been a member of the band since he was a freshman. At every assembly, parade, and football game Ken could be seen playing his horn with much gusto. He is a small, quiet senior, who is always wearing a smile. Activities: Band Member, Band Club, Orchestra, Spring Concert. 21 ALLEN BENKERT Ambition: Join the Service Al Pet Peeve: Homeroom Al is one of our cute, blue-eyed senior boys. He is quiet but not shy. With his nice personality, how can he do any- thing but succeed? Activities: Wood Shop Club, Micro Club, Sports Officiating, Intramurals. JAMES BORST Ambition: Navy P©t Peeve: Algebra Teachers Jim is one of the quieter members of our class. A likeable fellow, slow but sure he is, whose fine sense of humor will be s ure to carry him through to a success- ful life. Activities: Art Club, Metal Shop Club, Officials Club, Intramurals. 22 JOAN BENNIS Ambition: Secretary Joannie Pet Peeve: 4b lunch Joan is one of the quieter members of the class. She is always willing to give a helping hand to others. As a secretary we know she will excel. Activities: Red Cross Club, Echo-Lites Club, Office Practice. EVELYN GAIL BOWMAN Ambition: Business School Gai11“ Pet Peeve: School and homework Gail's jokes and witty remarks made many of us cheer up on those Blue Mondays. Gail, one of the most popu- lar girls in the Senior class, has a sunny disposition and a terrific sense of humor. Gail can usually be found giggling in the halls with Elena, Pat and June. Activities: Sub Deb Club, Girls' Citizenship Insti- tute, General Science Club, Color Guard, Senior Class Secretary, Hi-Y, Teen Age Book Club IRVIN BOWMAN Ambition: Air Force Irv Pet Peeve: Report Cards Irv is always full of pep and vigor and always ready to go. He is one of the handsome members of our class who rates high with the girls. A fine friend he is, with a personality that cannot be beaten. Activities: Football, Wood Shop Club, Micro Club, Science-News Club. MARY CANNON Ambition: Stenographer Mar Pet Peeve: Studying Although Mary is one of our quieter classmates, she is well liked by all. We wish Mary the best of everything in the future. Activities: Glee Club, Future Nurses of America, Fine Arts, Office Practice. CHARLES BUCHANAN Ambition: Undecided Buddy Pet Peeve: Insurance Buddy is one of our best dressed fellow classmates. Homeroom 3 would be dull wi thout h is pranks and witty remarks. We wish him future success in whatever field he chooses. Activities: General Science Club, Gym Club, Oral Presentation Club. JUNE CAREW Ambition: An Mrs. Degree June Pet Peeve: Homework Smiling and happy at all times is our June. A willing helper and hard worker, we know she will do good after attaining her ambition. Activities: Glee Club, Teen-Age Book Club, Sec- retary of Sophomore Class. 23 THOMAS CHMIELEWSKI Ambition: U.S. Coast Guard Tommy Pet Peeve: Wombats 'Tommy's'' pleasant personality has always won him many friends. His clown- ing always set those around him laughing. The best of everything goes with Tom- my after graduation. Activities: Modern Story Club, French Club, Geo- graphy Club, Echo-Lites Staff. 4 JOHN J. CONKLIN MICHAEL CHUDKOWSKI Ambition: Doctor Chick Pet Peeve: Algebra Mike, an excellent sax player, is playing with the S.H.S. band for his fourth year. His jolly sense of humor makes him fun to have around. A fine doctor he will be to which no patient will fear to go. Activities: Band, Spring Concert, Intramurals, Word-Study and Math Club, Varsity Basketball, Varsity Baseball, Echo-Lites. PATRICIA COTTON Ambition: Undecided Johnny Pet Peeve: School and Homework John, a transfer from Far Rockaway High, came to S.H.S. in his sophomore year. Although he is quiet in class, that does not mean he is the same on the outside. He is well liked by everyone and full of fun. Activities: Clubs in Former school, Micro Club, Wrestling Club, Gym Club. Ambition: Comptometer Operator Pat Pet Peeve: Leaky pens Pat is a very conscientious and quiet student. But, when not in class, her liveliness and gaiety add to the enjoy- ment of the class. We are sure that she will make a fine comptometer operator. Activities: Glee Club, Library Club, Commercial- ites Club, Quo Vadis, Office Practice. 24 JANICE DAVIS Ambition: Clerk Typist Jann Pet Peeve: Tests and Homework Janice, a member of the colorguard, could always be seen at the football games carrying the flag. With the aid of her cheerful personality, Janice will conqueror all she endeavors. Activities: Member of Colorguard, Glee Club, Modern Story Club, Fine Arts Club. LINDA DIEKER Ambition: Undecided Lin Pet Peeve: Oral Quizzes Always seen with a smile, Lin is one of the quietest girls in the class. She is a diligent worker who earns good marks for her efforts. Success will surely be hers in whatever she does. Activities: Quo Vadis, Feature Editor of Echo-Lites, Glee Club. FREDERICK DIEKER Ambition: Mechanic The Diek 1 Pet Peeve: English IV Freddy , who was one of the quieter boys of the senior class, is now noted for his pranks and his crazy stories. Aside from his joking, Fred is a friend to all and will succeed in whatever the fu- ture holds for him. Activities: J.V. Basketball. J.V. Baseball, J.V. Foot- ball, Word Study and Math Club, Aviation Club, Gym Club. PAUL COX Ambition: Research Chemist Miltie Pet Peeve: Quo Vadis Meetings Paul is one of the outstanding stu- dents at S.H.S. His superior marks and pleasing personality assure us that he will succeed as a research chemist. Activities: Quo Vadis Editor, Band, Student Coun- cil, Junior Play, Boys' State Representative 1956, Spring Concert, Math and Word Study Club. CHRISTINE DOMINIK Ambition: History Teacher Chris Pet Peeve: Washing dishes Chris has a delightful personality all her own. Although she is shy, we know she will never be forgotten. Best of luck to a future history teacher. Activities: Photography Club, Library Club, Stu- dent Council, Make-up Editor of Echo-Lites, Office Practice, Quo Vadis. JANE DOMINIK Ambition: Secretary Jane Pet Peeve: Tests A ready and willing helper is Jane. Her friendly manner contributes very much to her personality. Success will sure- ly be hers in future endeavors. Activities: Glee Club, Red Cross Club, Echo-Lites, Office Practice. RICHARD DONELON Ambition: Attend Conservatory of Music 1 Dick 1 Pet Peeve: Chief Dick, is a fellow who makes friends easily. We see him playing in the band, contributing his outstanding musical talent. We know he will go far in his career as a musician. Activities: Junior Play, Ba.nd, All State Band, Con- cert Soloist, and Darice Band. Ambition: Attend Conservatory of Music Bob Pet Peeve: Only 24 hours in a day Bob is the quiet fellow we see play- ing at many of our dances. He is a happy- go-lucky fellow. We know he will be a suc- cess in his musical career. Activities: Dance Band, Spring Concert, High School Band. 26 BETTY DUNN Ambition: Secretary Betty Pet Peeve: Casts Cute and good natured are the two words that describe our Little Liz to per- fection. As one of our varsity cheerleaders Betty could always be found giving our team the support it needed to bring home a victory. Activities: Vice President of the Freshman Class, Commercilites Club, Leaders Club, Geography Club, Quo Vadis Staff, Office Practice. STEVE EGNAT Ambition: Mechanical Engineer Butch Pet Peeve: English Butch, a Melrosite, is one of the quieter boys at S.H.S. We wish him the best of luck in the future as a mechanical engineer. Activities: Aviation Club, Gym Club, Intramurals, J.V. Baseball. ELIZABETH DUNN Ambition: Secretary Betty Pet Peeve: Work It is seldom that all the good traits are found in one person that are found in Betty. Her wealth of knowledge will most certainly benefit her in future under- takings. Activities: Commercialltes Library Club, Junior Play, Quo Vadis, Office Practice. CAROL ENGLISH Ambition: Secretary Carol Pet Peeve: Priority given underclassmen No one seems to know that Carol is around, she is so quiet and shy. We all give her our best wishes and hope that she will be happy no matter where she goes. Activities: Knitting Club, Red Cross Club. 27 PETER EPPINGER Ambition: Electrician Pete Pet Peeve: Girls A very humorous member of the class, Pete is lively and peppy at all times. His witty remarks and pranks add to his collection of personality traits. Good luck is wished him for the future. Activities: Gym Club, General Science Club, In- tramurals, Wrestling Club. ROSE MARIE FALLON Ambition: Bookkeeper Cookie Pet Peeve: Homework Rose is so quiet you don't even know that she is around. Short and sweet de- scribes her exactly and we all know that she will have no trouble at all finding her way to a happy life. Activities: Dramatics Club, Junior Red Cross, Knitting Club. MARILYN EVERSON Ambition: Bookkeeper Maze Pet Peeve: School Marilyn is quite a lively girl for we always see her running around for some- thing. Her liveliness has added to her per- sonality. Good luck to a future bookkeeper. Activities: Commercialites Club, Glee Club, Leaders' Club. DENNIS FIALA Ambition: College Denny Pet Peeve: Homework Denny's fine dress and personality have been an asset to our class. He is quiet, but yet, he is a jovial person. Activities: Radio Club, Science News Club, Intramurals. 28 BARBARA FRITZ Ambition: Physical Education Teacher Bobbi Pfet Peeve: Showers Besides her attractiveness, Bobbi has a personality to fit a queen. She can always be heard cheering our boys on to victory. We wish this sweet lassy future success. Activities: Cheerleader, Student Council Secre- tary, Quo Vadis, Leaders' Club, Red Cross Club, Echo-Lites. THOMAS GALINSKI Ambition: College Ginski Pet Peeve: Flat tires Tom is one of the most popular and well-liked boys in S.H.S. Future suc- cess is assured him by both his willingness to help and his cheery outlook on life. His unceasing efforts and work as President of the Student Council will never be for- gotten. ROBERT GDULA ALEX GENUS Ambition: Engineer Bob Pet Peeve: English teachers Bob came to S.H.S. from Jersey City in his junior year. His outstanding mental ability and personality were in- deed an addition to our class. We are sure he is going to be a successful engineer. Activities: Mathematics and Word Study Club, Numerous Clubs in Former School. Ambition: Chemist Al Pet Peeve: Arising in the morning Al is a friendly fellow who has a smile for everyone. Enjoyment he gets from using his outstanding musical ability to play in a dance band. We wish him luck in the future. Activities: Band Club, Aviation Club, Science Club, All-State Band, Spring Concert, Intramurals. 29 FRANCES GERMAN Ambition: Accounting School Fran Pet Peeve: Sore teeth This is the first year at S.H.S. for ' Fran. Fran made many friends quick- ly and easily with her cheery smile and swell personality. We all know that Fran's outstanding characteristic is to talk faster than anyone in the senior class. Activities: Clubs in former school. PATRICIA GNIZDOWSKI Ambition: Secretary Shorty Pet Peeve: Limited time Pat is the kind of girl upon whom you can depend for a laugh. Being fun- loving, she always has a good joke to tell. Pat plans to become a secretary. Who knows? She might even be associated with a firm who prints joke books. Activities: Library Club, Teen-Age Book Club, Sci- ence Club, Office Practice. JOHN GLACKEN Ambition: College John Pet Peeve: Homework Always seen with the gang from the harbor, John is fun-loving and gay at all times. His jovial nature makes him popular with everyone. As John will be going to college, we wish him all the luck to gain success. Activities: Science Club, Gym Club, Intramurals, Radio Club. JOAN GOLASZEWSKI Ambition: Gym Teacher Joani Pet Peeve: Cracking Knuckles Joani, one of our color guards, with her pleasing personality is always willing to lend a helping hand. She may always be seen hard at work in the art department. We know she will succeed in her future occupation. Activities: Sub Deb Club, Color Guard, Quo Vadis Staff, Art Club, Fine Arts Club. 30 RONALD GROBELNY Ambition: Electronics Engineer Ron Pet Peeve: Too much homework Ron can always be seen around the band room as he is the official key carrier. A nice fellow to know, we know he will succeed in the future. Activities: Intramurals, Band, Physics Club. CAROLE ANN GROVER Ambition: Secretary Toots Pet Peeve: Homework A cufe girl with a pleasing person- ality describes our Toots. She is one of our efficient students enrolled in the Com- mercial Course pursuing a future as a secretary. Activities: Art Club, Sub Deb Club, Knitting Club, Office Practice. PATRICIA HANSON Ambition: Stewardess Pat Pet Peeve: Peanuts Sweet V lovely is our Pat, a real good friend to all. We all know that if we need a friend Pat will always be there with a sweet smile and good natured ways. We all wish her the best of luck in the future. Activities: Commercialites Club, Library Club, Leaders' Club, Junior Play, Glee Club, Office Practice, Student Council, Quo Vadis Staff. WILLIAM HARKINS Ambition: Machinist Bill Pet Peeve: Homework Bill, who came to S.H.S. in his sophomore year, made new friends quick- ly. He h as a genuine friendliness which we know he will use after graduation to se- cure success. Activities: Knitting Club, Science Club, Intramurals. BERNICE HARRIS Ambition: Nurse Pinkey Pet Peeve: Muddy football fields Pinkey our cute captain of the twirlers, is the envy of many girls in S.H.S. A more likeable girl could not be found. Many patients will be pleased to have as wonderful a nurse as Pin key' in the near future. Activities: Commercialites Club, Leaders' Club, Geography Club, Twirler Captain, Spring Concert, Quo Vadis, Junior Play. JACQUELYN HOWERIN Ambition: To Graduate Captain Pet Peeve: Alarm clocks There is never a dull moment when Jackie is around. She always has a story to tell. We wish Jackie luck in getting a job for which she will not have to awaken too early. Activities: Glee Club, Junior Play. WILLIAM HOFFMAN Ambition: College Bill Pet Peeve: Homework Bill is well liked by his classmates for his jokes and clever remarks. Studious and good natured describe Bill best. Activities: Micro Club, Wood Shop Club, Book Club. RICHARD HULSE Ambition: Own a Business ' Rich Pet Peeve: Work Rich, another quiet member of our class, is a real nice fellow. He is always willing to lend a hand and do a good job. Good luck to you in the future, Rich. Activities: Science News Club, Micro Club. 32 MARY ANN KARWATT Ambition: Airline Stewardess Mern Pet Peeve: Collecting money Mern is one of our peppy cheer- leaders whose friendliness and good man- ners make her well-known by all. We know she'll have success in her future years. Activities: Cheerleaders, Student Council, Echo- Lites, Commercialites, Leaders' Club, Geography Club, Quo Vadis, Office Practice. JAMES KNOX Ambition: Salesman Proxy Pet Peeve: Girls Jim is one of our tall, blond and blue-eyed seniors. His wonderful person- ality and warm wit will remain with us as one of our fondest memories. His talkative manner will aid him in his future venture as a salesman. Activities: Varsity Football, J.V. Basketball, J.V. Baseball, Gym Club. MARGARETE KIEFER Ambition: Teacher Ace Pet Peeve: Algebra Margarete is not only a newcomer to S.H.S., but also to America. Margo brought with her a warm heart and kind disposition through which she has gained many friends. We know Ace will succeed in any of her future endeavors. Activities: Quo Vadis, Band Club, Dance Commit- tees. SOPHIE KOPERVAS Ambition: Graduate from College Butch Pet Peeve: Chem. tests Sophie's gay sense of humor and sprightliness always liven up the crowd she is with. Her friendly manner helps to make her the popular girl she is. As a member of the colorguard, she always marches at the games and in the parades. Activities: Quo Vadis, Echo-Lites, Member of Colorguard, Sub Deb Club, Micro Club. 33 JOAN ANN KRAWCZYK FLORENCE KRUCZYNSKI Ambition: Office Worker Joan Pet Peeve- Tests and Homework Joan is one of The nicest girls in our class, always having a cheery Hello for everyone. We know the best will come to Joan. Activities: Giee Club, Dramatic Club, Office Practice. Ambition: Secretary Flo Pet Peeve: Homework Flo is one of the quieter girls in our senior class but full of fun when with the crowd. She can always be remembered for her fine work in Office Practice. Activities: Glee Club, Art Club, Office Practice, Modern Story Club. THOMAS KUC Ambition: Business Executive Chunky Pet Peeve: Math Chunky's jovial manner helped him to make many friends at S.H.S. We know that with his outstanding personality, he will go far. Activities: Gym Club, Micro Club, Intramurals, Youth Week Official, Football, Varsity Basketball. RONALD KURAN Ambition: College Graduate The Mink Pet Peeve: Poetry Mink is an easy-going, happy-go- lucky member of our class. His talents as a great sportsman are well displayed when it comes time for the Bombers to play. Many victories have come about for the team as a result of his abilities. Activities: Glee Club, Gym Club, Football, Base- ball, Basketball, Youth Week Official. 34 RICHARD LASKO Ambition: Teacher Rich Pet Peeve: Chemistry class Rich’’ is the boy who is the happiest when the teacher announces no homework. A happy smile and cheerful disposition describe Rich to a Tee. Activities: Word Study and Math Club, General Science Club, Aviation Club, Intramurals. MARGARET LAZORCHAK Ambition: Secretary Margie Pet Peeve: Studying A gay, lively girl with plenty of pep, Marge is always ready and willing to lend a helping hand. Good luck to you, Marge, in your future career. Activities: Glee Club, Knitting Club, Quo Vadls, Student Council, Treasurer of Junior Class. DONALD MacARTHUR Ambition: Tradesman Ace Pet Peeve: Girls Don can always be found having loads of fun with his friends from Laurence Harbor. His genial attitude keeps him popular with everyone. Activities: Gym Club, Science Club, Intramural Sports. JOHN MAHON Ambition: Sportscaster Johnnie Pet Peeve: Homework John is one of the quieter boys in our senior class, but one. who likes fun. Coming to us in his junior year, he has made many friends in a very short time. His happy nature will surely assist him in the future. Activities: Sports Officiating Club, Intramurals. 35 FRANCIS MALIK Ambition: Film Inspector “Fritz Pet Peeve: All girls but one Fritz is the certain something that always gives our assemblies the final touch by singing. His wonderful sense of humor made him all the more likeable. Activities: Science Club, Music Appreciation Club, Sports Official, Student Council, J.V. Basketball, J.V. Baseball. PATRICIA MALYSZKO Ambition: Secretary “Patrish Pet Peeve: Anything disorderly Patrish has good looks and a per- sonality fit for a queen. These assets make her a pleasure to work with and be with at all times. Activities: Cheerleader, Echo-Lites, Quo Vadis, Art Club, Leaders' Club, Office Practice. PAUL MANGIN Ambition: Undecided “Fish Pet Peeve: Homework Always seen with a smile and ready to tell a joke is our Paul. These attributes will contribute to his success later in life. Activities: Gym Club, Radio Club, Intramurals. EUGENE MARKULIC Ambition: To be the owner of a service station Gene Pet Peeve: English Good natured and full of fun are the words to describe Gene. Lending a helping hand seems to be one of his specialties. Activities: Radio Club, Science News Club. 36 RICHARD MARKULIN Ambition: Commercial Artist Richie Pet Peeve: Periods 1-8 Richie is a real leader in our school and well liked by all. We know that he will be a great success no matter what his endeavors may be. Richie can al- ways be found in the art room and we know that his talents will not be wasted. Activities: Art Club, French Club, Oral Presenta- tion, Quo Vadis, Echo-Lites, Junior Play, Prom Committee, Senior Class Vice-President. NINA MEDLIN Ambition: Singer Nin Pet Peeve: Hats with big feathers Nina is one of the gay and lively girls of the class. Her singing brings her fame at S.H.S. With her fine disposition and beautiful voice, we know Nina will succeed as a professional singer. Activities: President of Library Club, Spring Con- cert Soloist, Glee Club, Echo-Lites Club, Office Practice. WILLIAM MEGGISON Ambition: Mechanic Bill Pet Peeve: School Quiet rarely; fun always. Bill is a swell sport who can take a little kidding as well as dish it out. This will help him to meet his future with open hands and prove his ability to succeed. Activities: Science News Club, Aviation Club, Micro Club. HELEN MICKIEWICZ Ambition: Nurse Hefch Pet Peeve: Math Helen is a friend to all in her own special manner. Always ready to help those in need, Helch chose the right field in which to contribute her charitable nature. In the future we won't have any worries with nurse Helen around. Activities: Cheerleader, Geography Club, Leaders' Club, Micro Club, Sub Deb Club, 37 PATRICIA MURPHY Ambition: Undecided Pat Pet Peeve: People who won't say hello Pat, usually found with Gail, Elena, and June, came to us from Linden High in the middle of her junior year. Everyone in S.H.S. liked Pat right away, and.she now has many, many friends. Pat has a sense of humor, cute smile, and a ready hi-ya for all. Activities: Clubs in former school. FRANK NEBUS Ambition: IBM Machine Repairman Chico Pet Peeve: Book reports Frank's friendly smile and cheery Good morning always greet everyone. We can always count on him for help at any of our dances. A friend he is to one and all. Activities: Metal Shop Club, Wrestling Club, Echo-Lites, Intramurals. MURIEL MILLER Ambition: Receptionist Murray Pet Peeve: P. A. D. Muriel's giggles can always be heard in the halls of S.H.S. Her h appy nature and jovial manner bring her many friends. Lots of luck to Murray as a receptionist. Activities: Library Club, Future Nurses of America, Glee Club, Office Practice. CHARLES MITZENIUS Ambition: Social Worker Chas Pet Peeve: Stop streets Chas is the tall quiet boy who may be seen towering high above the other seniors in the school. Because of his friend- ly disposition, we know he will be a success. Activities: Glee Club, Science Club, Micro Club, Commercialites Club. CARLENE NELSON Ambition: College Car Pet Peeve: Chemistry Car, the other half of Twins In- corporated, is a lot of fun. If you hear a giggle in the middle of a class, you can be sure that's Car. Activities: First Aid Club, Knitting Club, Red Cross Club, Commercialites Club. CAROLYN NELSON Ambition: Undecided Carr Pet Peeve: Silly people Carolyn and Carotene are a menace when it comes time to tell which twin has the Toni; however, Carr has a personality all of her own. A good sense of h umor makes Carr so well liked by her classmates. Activities: Library Club, Knitting Club. DONALD NEWTON Ambition: Undecided Fig'' Pet Peeve: School Fig is a fellow we always see smiling. He makes friends easily by his witty remarks. We know he will succeed in whatever he does. MARIE NOVAK Ambition: Airline Stewardess Marie'' Pet Peeve: Waiting in line for lunch A newcomer to S.H.S. in her senior year from St. Mary's High, Marie quickly became acquainted with the school and made friends with many students. We know that she will succeed as a fine airline stewardess. Activities: Wood Shop Club, Gym Club, Wrestl- ing Club, Intramurals. Activities: Various clubs in former school. 39 ROBERT O'SUCH Ambition: Engineer Tropo Pet Peeve: Contemporary Lit. Tropo is the boy who is always full of high spirits and smiles. He has many friends as a result. Success will be his in the career of his chosing. Activities: Aviation Club, Echo-Lites Club, Micro Club, Intramurals. PATRICIA PEER Ambition: I.B.M. Operator Rebel Pet Peeve: Homework Pat is one of the quietest girls in the senior class, but always willing to lend a helping hand. In her future occupation as an I.B.M. operator, we know she will suc- ceed. Activities: Glee Club, Library Club. STANLEY PAWELEK Ambition: Air Force Stash Pet Peeve: Homeroom teachers Stash is one of the cuter boys in our class. He is known for his fine work on the football team and his sense of humor. Good luck in the Air Force, Stash. Activities: Varsity Football, Modern Story Club, Echo-Lites, Sports Club, Science News Club. RICHARD PERKINS Ambition: Undecided Perk Pet Peeve: P.A.D. Perk Is the leader of Homeroom 27 sports. He contributes much of the fun and laughter in homeroom period. This happy-go-lucky nature will aid him in fu- ture days. Activities: Gym Club, Intramurals. 40 SUSAN PHILLIPS Ambition: High School Teacher Sue Pet Peeve: Homework Captain Sue may be seen at every game cheering S.H.S. on to victory. She is a willing worker and has done much for our class. Being one of the most popular girls in the class, we know as a friend. Activities: Art Club, Captain of Cheerleaders Leaders' Club, Secretary of Freshman Class, Youth Week Official, Vice President ot Student Council. BARBARA PERTIKO Ambition: Complete Happiness Always Babs Pet Peeve: The Blues Petite Babs may be found riding around town in her '54 Mercury. She al- ways has a friendly wave as she goes by. We wish her loads of success in her future endeavors. Activities: Future Nurses of America, Echo-Lites, Office Practice. ROBERT PHILLIPS Ambition: To Attend College Willie Pet Peeve: Trig. Bob can easily be spotted walk- ing up or down the halls by his blond hair. Just by looking at him you can tell that Bob is apt to succeed in his chosen field. Activities: fntramurals. Metal Craft Club, Gym Club, Sports Officiating Club. NANCY PIECHOCINSKI Ambition: Nurse Nance Pet Peeve: Homework Nance always gives a bright smile to all as she passes by. With the aid of her pleasing disposition, she will succeed in her chosen profession. Activities: Art Club, Red Cross Club, Future Nurses of America, Office Practice. DORIS PILLAR Ambition: Private Secretary Sis Pet Peeve: Being mistaken for a freshman Sis is one of the tiniest girls at S.H.S., always having a smile for every- one. Fortunate is the boss who has her for his secretary. Activities: Future Nurses Club, Red Cross Club, Art Club, Office Practice. BARBARA PORTER Ambition: Undecided Barb Pet Peeve: Traffic lights Barb is a girl who loves to use her car, and she really shows it too. Her friend- ly ways make her well liked by all of her friends. Activities: Commercialites Club, Home Ec. Club, Knitting Club, LINDA POWERS Ambition: Major in Home Ec. at Douglass College Lin Pet Peeve: Over-time parking tickets If you see a 57 , dark haired girl with pretty blue eyes and long eye lashes, you can be sure that is our Lin. Pretty and sweet, with an outstanding personality, we are sure she will go far. Activities: Library Club, Knitting Club, Girls! Citizenship Institute. ROBERT PUCHALA Ambition: To Finish College Poochie Pet Peeve: Report cards Poochie is that little boy you al- ways see with the bigger ones. Because one of his best possessions is his fun-loving personality, you can always count on Bob for an extra trick up his sleeve to liven up the crowd. We know that Poochie will succeed in whatever he does. Activities: Intramural Basketball and Football, Gym Club. 42 GAIL QUADE Ambition: Office Worker Gayle Pet Peeve: Studying Gail, one of the quiet girls in the class, has won many friends through her friendly disposition. We know she will succeed in any office as a clerical worker. Activities: Library Club, Quo Vadis, Commercial- ites Club, Library Club Treasurer. BEVERLY REILLY Ambition: Nurse Luke Pet Peeve: Poetry Beverly is a friend to everyone. Her blue eyes and sparkling teeth are the envy of many girls. The pleasing smile she al- ways wears is sure to help her patients get well. Activities: Echo-Lites, Red Cross Club, Commer- cialites, Future Nurses Club, Quo Vadis. ROBERT REESS Ambition: Engineer Pee Wee Pet Peeve: Girls One of the three letter men, Pee Wee is one of our most popular boys. A more happy-go-lucky fellow could not be found. Everyone wishes him lots of luck when he enters college in the fall. Activities: Freshman Class President Varsity Foot- ball, Varsity Basketball, Varsity Baseball, Sports Editor of Echo-Lites, Sports Editor of Quo Vadis, Student Council Treasurer, Junior Play. HOWARD REYNOLDS Ambition: Engineer H°wie Pet Peeve: English IV Howie ' came to join Sayreville High in his junior year. During his brief stay, Howie ' has made many friends through his whimsical humor. 43 Activities: Intramurals. ELENA ROBERTS Ambition: Nurse “Chick Pet Peeve: Catty girls Elena is one of the most popular girls in our class. Her splendid personality and cheerfulness bring her many friends. She is often the envy of many girls because of her good looks. Activities: Co-Captain of Twirlers, Echo-Lites, Quo Vadis, Leaders' Club, Geography Club, Dramatics Club, Spring Concert, Junior Play, Junior Class Secretary, Student Council. FRANCES ROSINSKI Ambition: Secretary ''Fran Pet Peeve: Tests Fran talks to hundreds of people practically everyday. Why? She's a tele- phone operator part-time. Her other time she spends at S.H.S. preparing herself to be an efficient secretary. We know her efforts will not go unrewarded. Activities: Glee Club, Modern Story Club, Office Practice, Quo Vadis. MARGARET ROTA Ambition: Secretary “Peggy Pet Peeve: Homework Peggy's artistic ability has done much to brighten up the school. For every class dance you could always find Peggy helping to make decorations and posters. To be an efficient secretary is what she wants most. We know she will succeed. Activities: Glee Club, Commercialites Club, Office Practice. TED SALAMON Ambition: Gym Teacher Pe e ' Pet Peeve: Microphones Another one of our outstanding ath- letes, Ted is a great guy to know. His live- liness and fine personality help to win him many friends. Happy-go-lucky and free of cares best describe our Ted. Activities: Art Club, Gym Club, Wrestling Club, Varsity Football, Varsity Basketball, Baseball, Stu- dent Council, Echo-Lites, Youth Week Official. 44 JOHN SHAW Ambition: Civil Engineer Johnny Pet Peeve: Pat Boone During his senior year, John has done much to further the well-being of our class. We will always remember the fine work John is doing. Activities: Wood Shop Club, Micro Club, Teen- Age Book Club, Student Council, President of Senior Class. BARBARA SHELDRAKE Ambition: Secretary Barb Pet Peeve: Mid-year exams Barb” is a very quiet girl. One of the cuter little girls, Barb can usually be found in Office Practice doing fine work as she usually does in everything. Activities: Library Club, Commercialites Club, Quo Vadis, Office Practice. BARBARA SHUBERDA Ambition: Secretary Barb Pet Peeve: Homework Barbara has a sweet smile and a quiet manner. With her gay sense of humor we know she will always get along very well. Activities: Glee Club, Modern Story Club, Office Practice. JEAN SKURKA Ambition: Secretary Skurk Pet Peeve: Homework Whenever there is any work to do, Skurk is willing to pitch in and do her share. With such an asset, we wish her the best of everything in her future secretarial endeavors. Activities: Quo Vadis, Echo-Lites, Photography Club, Modern Story Club, S.H.S. News Reporter for the Spokesman. 45 ROBERT SMITH Ambition: Coast Guard Smitty Pet Peeve: Ga Smitty has been here for only two years but to those who know him he is a happy-go-lucky, good-natured guy. We can always find our boy cracking jokes and having fun. Actlvites: Gym Club. ANNETTE SOWA Ambition: Teacher Net Pet Peeve: True and False Questions Annette's excellent grades are always the talk of the school. She always manages to lend a helping hand at any of the school activities. Activities: Treasurer of Freshman Class, Art Club, Red Cross Club, Student Council, Spring Concert, News Editor of Echo-Lites, Literary Editor of Quo Vadis. ROSE SPIEZIO Ambition: Secretary Rosey Pet Peeve: Teachers A transfer from Bayonne to S.H.S. in her sophomore year, Rosey proved to be Bayonne s loss and our gain. Her good sense of humor has won her many friends at S.H.S. She has a friendly smile for all. Activities: Glee Club, Office Practice. JOHN STANDOWSKI Ambition: Machinist Johnny Pet Peeve: Homework Johnny is a friend to all who is always very cheery and with high spirits. He can be easily recognized by his neat appearance. His sociable manner leads to the attraction of the many friends which he has. Activities: J.V. Baseball, J.V. Football, Gym Club, Intramurals, Modern Story Club. 46 FRANK STRUGALA Ambition: Game Warden Gyro Pet P.eeve: Sunday suits Frank is one who is crazy about hunt- ing and fishing. He is a walking encyclo- pedia on these topics and anyone can go to him for advice about them. With this wealth of knowledge, we know he will go far in his field. Activities: Airplane Club, Gym Club. General Science Club, Intramurals, J.V. Football. GEORGINA STEGWAY Ambition: Bookkeeper Georgie Pet Peeve: Homework Georgie knows all the jokes in town. She makes a wonderful friend that is full of fun. Her friendliness will add to her success. Activities: Glee Club, Red Cross Club, Photography Club. JOAN SZELIGA Ambition: College ' Joannie Pet Peeve: Book reports Looks, brains, personality and talent are the only words that can describe our Joanie. Her outstanding performance as our Drum Majorette will long be re- membered. Activities: Photography Club, Library Club, Geography Club, Leaders' Club, Spring Concert, Twirler, Drum Majorette, Echo-Lites. Quo Vadis Staff, Office Practice. JOHN SWECZYWK Ambition: Undecided Softy Pet Peeve: English Softy is one of the more quiet sen- ior boys. Like a lot of our senior boys, he enjoys sports. He will go far in whatever field he chooses. Activities: Band, Freshman Basketball, Spring Con- cert, Intramurals. JOHN TIMM Ambition: Businessman Nickname: Wrangler Pet Peeve: Home Work You never know what is ticking in John’s mind. Remember when he brought his horse to school? We wish him good luck for his future. Activities: Wrestling Club, Intramurals. MICHAEL TRAVISANO Ambition: Undecided Nickname: Mike Pet Peeve: Heavy Books Handsome with wavy hair is this foot- ball player. Mike can be depended upon to contribute his share in either work or play. Activities: Sports Club, Football, Youth Week Official, Dance Committees. JOHN TREMEL ROBERT VANDERBILT Ambition: Air Force Nickname: Abe Pet Peeve: Teachers and Tests Abe one of our outstanding ath- letes and three-letter man, is about as quiet as a brass band. His clever remarks and good work for the Bombers will al- ways be remembered by one and all. Activities: Football Basketball, Baseball, Gym Club, Officials Club. Ambition: Undecided Nickname: Vandy Pet Peeve: P.A.D. Vandy is an active member of the band, and he can be seen participating in all of the parades, football games, and Spring Concerts. He is generally quiet, but his friendliness has won him many friends. Good luck to you in the future, Vandy . Activities: Band, Band Club, Spring Concerts. 48 SCOTT VAN WHY Ambition: Engineer Deuce Pet Peeve: Fickle girls Deuce, a sharp dresser, is well-liked by all his classmates and rates tops with the girls. His classes are always livened up by his witty remarks. Activities: Football, Wood Shop Club, Gym Club. JOAN VROOM Ambition: Undecided Joan Pet Peeve: Homework The tall, blonde lassy, always with her friends from Laurence Harbor is none other than Joan. Although her future is un- decided we hope life will bring her luck, happiness, and success. Activities: General Science Club, Glee Club, Knitting Club. k ALEX WIECEK Ambition: Undecided Weed Pet Peeve: English Al's fine qualities made him one of the most well liked boys at S.H.S. Troubles never seemed to bother this boy. Time will tell what the future has in store for him. Activities: Wrestling Club, Wood Shop Club, Var- sity Football, Intramurals. EDWARD WROBEL Ambition: Chief Petty Officer in Navy Eddy Pet Peeve: Girls Ed is one of the class gentlemen. He is a load of fun at all times. His gay sense of humor and fine personality make him a friend to all. Activities: Gym Club, J.V. Baseball, Intramurals. 49 BARBARA ZONKOWSKI Ambition: Business Teacher or Secretary Barb Pet Peeve: Unexpected tests Barbara, one of our brighter students, is in the Commercial Course. We all know Barbara for her work as Editor of the Echo-Lites. Success is sure to come to her in any of her future endeavors. Activities: Editor of Echo-Lites, Student Council, Girls' State Alternate for 1956, Photography Club, Leaders' Club, Offi ce Pract ice. THOMAS ZUBER Ambition: Electrician Tom Pet Peeve: Homework Tom's friendliness, clowning, and good sense of humor make him one of the best assets to the senior class. His pleasantness makes him everyone's long remembered friend. We re sure he will be the best electrician there ever was! Activities: Dance Committees, Intramurals. MARIE YAMELLO Ambition: Undecided Sylvia Pet Peeve: Homework Marie can always be counted upon to lend a helping hand at all of our class activities. This fine feature of willingness to aid others has helped to win her many friends and will continue to do so as she reaches for and gains success in the future. Activities: Junior Play, Glee Club, Stagecraft Club, Echo-Lites, Office Practice. MARGARET ZAMORSKI Ambition: Commercial Artist Marge Pet Peeve: Elevators Without Marge what would our class do? Her willingness to help at all of our activities is one of her greatest assets. We wish her the best of everything. As long as she keeps up the good work she did in high school, we know she will attain her goal in the field of commercial art. Activities: Quo Vadis, Cheerleader, Senior Class Treasurer, Sophomore Class Vice President. 50 First row, left to right: J. Ben- nis, B. Fritz, B. Dunn. Second row: J. Szeliga, M. Zamor- slci, M. Karwatt, B. Harris. Third row: E. Dunn, R. Gdula, A. Sowa. Fourth row: P. Cox, T. Galinski, R. Markulin, A. Beattie. HONOR SOCIETY The fruits of four years of hard work had been earned this year by fifteen seniors when they were chosen for the National Honor Society. They were chosen by the principal and the faculty who based their selection on the qualities of leadership, character, scholarship, and service. At the induction ceremony all became honorary members of the National Honor Society, the highest honor which they could attain as students. ANNETTE SOWA Salutaforian PAUL COX Valedictorian BARBARA ZONKOWSKI Tertiarian i A glimpse at the Capitol.” WASHINGTON 'Relaxing' in the hotel room. ' Goofing off on our trip around Washington. Our Mascot Finally, November 19, 1956, the big day of the senior trip had arrived. On this day we, the seniors, along with eight chaperons left Sayreville High School with our destination being Washington, D. C. Just before we entered Washington, the group had lunch at the Hot Shoppes in Arlington, Virginia. After lunch, we boarded the Deluxe Super Service busses which took us to Washington, D. C. Upon arrival in Washington, a group picture was taken in front of the Capitol. All in one afternoon, the group visited some of the points of interest including: the Capitol, the F.B.I. Building and the Supreme Court. We, also, witnessed the changing of the guards at Arlington Cemetery. At 5:00 p.m. we checked into the Manger Annapolis Hotel where we had dinner. That same evening we visited the Folger Library and then attended the Capitol Theatre for a showing of the picture Power and the Prize. The following day, after a night of revelry, we visited many more interest- ing places. They are: the Bureau of Printing and Engraving, the Smithsonian In- stitute, the Museum of Natural History, the Washington Monument, and the famous home of George Washington—Mount Vernon. After checking out of the hotel at 2:00 p.m., our party once again stopped at the Hot Shoppes for dinner. The time for our return trip to Sayreville had arrived. And so, after a four hour return trip, we puiled into the S.H.S. parking lot about 11:00 p.m. Tuesday night. This trip will serve as a lasting memory to all of us who went on it. BEST DANCERS Pat Murphy — Ted Salamon QUIETEST Dennis Fiala — Gail Quade CLASS LADY AND GENTLEMAN Barbara Sheldrake — John Shaw S.H.S. EMMY MOST TALENTED Robert and Richard Donelon — Barbara Fritz MOST INTELLIGENT Paul Cox — Annette Sowa DID MOST FOR THE CLASS Marge Zamorski — Richard Markulin CLASS CLOWNS Marilyn Everson — Irvin Bowman 54 w NEATEST Carolyn Nelson — Scott Van Why Carlene Nelson BEST ACTORS Elena Roberts — Harold Applegate MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Annette Sowa — Paul Cox CLASS ATHLETES Ron Kuran — Marilyn Everson MOST POPULAR Susan Phillips — James Knox CLASS BABIES Charles Mitzenius — Pat Gnizdowslci CUTEST Joan Szeliga — James Knox 55 EDWARD McGARIGLE Advisor PAUL COX Editor RICHARD MARKULIN Art Editor Staff, left to right: P. Hanson, B. Harris, J. Szeliga, M. Karwatt, P. Malyslco, B. Fritz, L. Dielcer, F. Rosinski, J. Skurka, E. Dunn. QUO Early in October of 1956, the seniors who wished to participate in the planning for the yearbook, assembled in Room 22. Our first assignment was the writing of a paragraph stating what we felt were our qualifications for the specific position in which we were in- terested. From these, Mr. McGarigle, our advisor, based his choice of the various editors. He selected the editor-in-chief, literary editor, art editor, and business editor. Our art workers designed several covers and we were given the task of chosing the best one. The Dummy Committee Left to right: R. Markulin, P. Cox, T. Galinski. THOMAS GALINSKI Photographer 56 Staff, left to right: B. Sheldrake, S. Kopervas, E. Dunn, P. Cotton, C. Dominik, G. Quade, M. Lazorchak. VADIS After the group pictures were planned and taken, we began working on the senior section. It was sent to the printer, printed, and the galleys returned to be corrected. This done, we began on the remaining parts of the book. We each had our particular assignments and toiled diligently to complete the book before the deadline set by the publisher. The weeks before its return for approval seemed endless. After corrections, our book was sent back for the final printing. Thanks to Mr.McGarigle, our brain child was all we had hoped for. Work shop . . . the night before the deadline. Left to right: JOAN GOLASZEWSKI 57 MARGE ZAMORSKI Assistant Art Editors ANNETTE SOWA Literary Editor HAROLD APPLEGATE BEVERLY REILLY Business Managers ROBERT REESS Sports Editor we INTERMISSION take An appreciated a Se over. 'football' big blaze. 58 ,ddress bv Jesse time out to look back . . Coronation of our king and queen. Another of Miss Downing's interesting bulletin boaids. A familiar Saturday night. Cast, standing, left to right: R. Donelon, R. Reess, R. Grobelny, M. Karwatt, J. Knox, J. Szeliga, R. Marlculin, R. Phillips, R. O'Such. Seated: B. Harris, E. Dunn, P. Cox, P. Hanson, H. Appleqate, M. Yamello, M. Rota. THE SENIOR PLAY all remembered tf t in the xomplishm.e-nt an we stood Jervoa-s a aitim apart and i e wsuW; ( Yto frhe, joyap'le evaning to oiff aJdi( Young anci taTnecl ut tcf be this, we wereVgri Sfed rw o eai cessful plays to dr. E i iy ef o w e looKin f mom nrH 4 erV th :e. I when we presented our first e looking forward to the s me h of int e«tta£eJ!li€arsing ains would swing tingiUn entertaining and en- ay wjfC -Seventeen Is Awfully ial arid, financial success. After fXe stage and owed two sue- ur director. A The entire cast relaxing after the play. A tense moment in the play. Left to right: R. Marlculin, H. Applegate. 60 Featuring . . . JUNIORS SOPHOMORES FRESHMEN . . . UNDERCLASSMEN 62 JUNIOR ADVISORS JUNIOR CLASS As we, the Junior Class, entered Sayreville High as Freshmen in September of 1954, we were all eager to learn what was ahead of us. We were soon acquainted with the school and also enjoying sports activities and dances. Our record dance for the year, The January Jig, was attended by many. During our Sophomore year, we held two dances. One in the fall was the Jack Frost Fling which proved a good success. In February we saw the crowning of the Sophomore choices, Pat Pru- sarczyk and Fred Salamon as Queen and King, of the annual Sweethearts dance. We were already looking forward to getting our Junior rings. Our Junior year, and rings had come at last. This year our dances included the Mystery Ball and the Calendar Dance.' Students enjoyed Come Out of the Closet-, our humorous Junior play. Now we cannot wait until we are Seniors and can attend class night and graduation. JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS 63 9 SOPHOMORE ADVISORS SOPHOMORE CLASS The first day at Sayreville High found every freshman scared to death of all the new things happening around them. But, as the days and weeks went by, we found ourselves better acquainted with all the upper classmen and teachers. When Novem- ber rolled around, we had our first dance, which we called The Nickelodeon Swing. Then came the election of officers. Martin Liegal was elected President; John Buckler, Vice-President; Barbara Cozzi, Secretary; and Jeanette Zuber, Treasurer. In our Sophomore year we also held an elec- tion of officers. I hey were: President, Tom Michaels; Vice-President, Martin Leigal; Secretary, Joanne Shindle; and Treasurer, Kay Ann Michalsky. Our second dance was called The Plymouth Rock, which was a huge success. Then came the dance called ' The Sweetheart Serenade for which every- one had been waiting. This was the dance at which a King and Queen would be elected. We all voted and elected as our King, Tom Michaels, and as the Queen, Barbara Cozzi. We all enjoy Sayreville High and are looking forward to our remaining years here. SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS 65 66 FRESHMAN ADVISORS FRESHMAN CLASS An unusually large Freshman class entered Sayreville High School in early September. For most of us it was an occasion to be remembered. At first, we had difficulty getting acquainted with the ways of the school, but within a few weeks the school day became routine. We soon chose James Applegate as our class President. Other officers elected were: Harry Pachkowski, Vice-President: Bill Falgares, Treasurer; and Janet Campbell, Sec- retary. In the middle of October, we held our first social event of the year, the Freshman Fall Festival. At this affair we made school history by being the first freshman class to have a band at their first dance. With the whole-hearted co-opera- tion of the faculty and the entire student body, it was a huge success. We are quite sure that all the freshmen are looking forward to three more successful years at Sayreville High School. 4 67 FRESHMAN OFFICERS COLLEGE COURSE The College Preparatory Course is for those of us who wish to obtain, after graduation from high school, a college education in preparation for more complex and advanced jobs in a variety of fields. The subjects of which it consists are Al- gebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Chemistry, English, and three foreign languages. It briefs us on what we are heading for in the years ahead at college. Success relies upon our own per- sonal efforts and desires to reach our goals in life. COMMERCIAL COURSE The Commercial Course prepares us for office positions in the business world. The subjects offered are Junior Business Training, Typing, Steno, Bookkeeping, Commercial Law and Salesmanship, and Office Practice. The main subject is Steno, for two years of it miist be passed to receive a diploma as a graduate of the Commercial Course. We, as seniors, receive fifteen weeks of training on a job outside of school, which gives us an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skill we have acquired in preparing for our career as future office workers before actually entering the field. 68 INDUSTRIAL COURSE Those of us who are interested in hand and mechanical work, are encouraged to pursue the Industrial Arts Course. It helps to develop our skills to the point where we can go out into industry and apply them with diligence and per- severance to the best of our ability. We are given a choice of either Wood Shop or Metal Shop both of which may be taken during our four years of high school if we so desire to take them. With both of these subjects, drafting is also in- structed. GENERAL COURSE Available for those of us who, when we enter high school, are undecided about our future ca- reers or positions in life, is the General Course. It is designed to give us a general knowledge of any subject which we might choose. Usually, after a year or two, one particular field becomes our main interest, and we are thus prepared to continue in it after graduation by following this cur- riculum. 69 JUNIOR PLAY CAST. Sitting, left to right: P. Prusarczyk, B. Kukulski, J. Rommel, C. McKeel, M. Schuler, L. Morgan, M. Wilson, C. Dieker, M. Helpa. Standing: E. Paprota, A. Staffs, L. Eskra, R. Dittman, R. Kettner, J. Piacitelli, B. Harril, J. Ginn. UNDERCLASSMAN MEMORIES Presenting ■ ■ ACTIVITIES c First row, left to right: B. Yatka, P. King, B. Fritz, P. Hanson, C. Dominik, M. A. Karwatt, S. Phillips, T. Galinski, P. Zon- kowski, P. Giordano, P. Standish, J. Godfrey, B. Baran, J. Uhler. Second row: A. Sowa, D. Schrieber, T. Michaels, B. Merski, B. Dzuiban, B. Zonkowski, L. Powers, E. Roberts, G. Bowman, B. Kurzawa, E. Puchala, P. Gorka, B. Dzergowski. Third row: P. Cox, E. Nieminski, J. Ginn, R. Garbinski, J. Applegate, J. Englehardt, C. McKiel, L. Morgan, C. Dieker, B. Saunders, M. Anaya, M. Garbowski, Mrs. A. Marra, Ad- visor. Standing: N. Grenivitch, F. Malik, P. Mangin, M. Hel- pa, R. Reess, J. Shaw, J. Adams, H. Wiggins, E. Sarge. STUDENT COUNCIL Led by Mrs. Marra, advisor, and President Tom Galinski, the Student Council of '56-'57 did much to better conditions at Sayre- ville High School. Some of the dreams of the Student Council realized in this year were: freshmen orientation assemblies to ac- quaint the freshmen with S.H.S., colorful drapes hung in the cafe- teria to brighten the atmosphere at lunch-time, sending two mem- bers to the summer workshop, sponsoring buses to away athletic contests, and putting out questionaires to find the preferences of the students. The Student Council is a great influence for good in S.H.S. and did much to fulfill the desires and needs of the students. 72 Officers, left to right: Treasurer, Jon Herrel; Secretary, Phyllis Zonkowski; Vice President, Susan Phillips; President, Thomas Galinski. Staff, first row, left to right: E. Roberts, C. Shigas, J. Ko- pica, A. Sowa, E. Petner, M. Shuler, B. Herrill, P. Olszewski, B. Baran, M. Wodarczyk, L. Dieker, C. Dominik, G. Bowman. Second row: S. Kopervas, B. Merski, L. Nowak, P. Malysko, B. Dzuiban, P. Zonkowski, S. Phillips, M.A. Karwatt, J. Markert, M. Garbowski, P. Prusarczyk. Third row: R. Puchala, T. Chmielewski, J. Herrel, F. Malik, R. Markulin, F. MacDon- ald, P. Gorka. Fourth row: M. Chudkowski, R. Reess, J. Knox, Mrs. Pfeiffer, B. Zonkowski, S. Pawelek, R. Kornacki, J. Dzergoski. ECHO-LITES The Echo-Lites is the student newspaper of Sayreville High and is open to all students interested in journalism. The editor and staff are chosen each spring, and they are busy from September until early June, when the final edition is published. The fine guidance which Mrs. Pfeiffer provided did much toward winning Echo-Lites second place in the Columbia Press Rating for 1956. The Echo-Lites is published five times a year, and each time it is received with great enthusiasm. ROBERT REESS Sports Editor BARBARA ZONKOWSKI Editor RICHARD MARKULIN Art Editor The above students have been elected to the Quill and Scroll, the National Journalistic Honor Society. Candidates for it are selected on the basis of their ac- complishments in journalism. 73 1 V BERNICE HARRIS Captain JOAN SZELIGA Drum Majorette Front: J. Szeliga. Row, left to right: E. Stief, E. Roberts, M. Wodarczyk, C. Nita, J. Sandritter, P. Olszewski, M. Garbowski, G. Klaskowicz, L. Nowak, B. Harris. TWIRLERS Our twirlers can be seen at all our football games and local parades. Wonderful co-operation, a lot of hard work and new blue and white satin uniforms highlighted the '56-'57 edition of the Sayreville High twirlers. Starting way back in the summer months, the squad worked together to master new steps and maneuvers. Their efforts, along with the smart uniforms, produced one of the best looking and snappiest squads the school has ever had. Under the leadership of the majorette, Joan Szeliga, and their captain, Bernice Harris, the twirlers did much to prove that they are indeed an asset to our school. CHRISTOPHER CORNELL I nstructor RICHARD DONELON Alf-State Orchestra First row, left to right: J. Davis, S. Thompson, F. Noreli, R. Golla, H. Wiggins, P. Evanovich, R. York, J. Bartkowica, S. Kopervas, Second row: J. Golaszewski, M. Wiggins, K. Vitele, J. Cressman, W. Stevenson, D. Doughty, R. Rupp, N. Rigilimski. Third row: H. Ardanowski, M. Steiner, F. Buys, W. Lehman, M. Anaya, P. Cox, L. Murphy, J. Sweczyk, E. Petner. SAYREVILLE HIGH SCHOOL BAND Being a member of the Sayreville High School Band has always meant having a busy schedule. In the early part of the year practice begins for football games and assemblies. The S.H.S. Band can also be seen marching in local parades. Soon after mid-term exams the heavy schedule of rehearsals begins for the Annual Spring Con- cert. Under Mr. Cornell’s direction, our band will continue to be as great a success as it has been in the past. 75 Seated, first row, left to right: M.Kiefer, L. Dieker, B. Harris, B. Fritz. Second row: A. Sowa, L. Powers, S. Phillips, S. Kopervas, H. Mickiewicz. Standing: H. Applegate, A. Beattie, R. O'Such, R. Markulin, B. Ardenowski, P. Cox, Mrs. Parnell, advisor; T. Galinski, M. Zamorski. CONTEMPORARY LITERATURE A special group was organized this past year at Sayreville High for the advanced students of the senior class. Under the name of Contemporary Literature, the group was formed to acquaint the students with important literature of our times and also serve as a background for future work in college. During the course of the school year the students were assigned dif- ferent phases of work evolving around the literary field. Intensive research was done for our booklets, essays, critiques, and lengthy reports. We also compiled a constant reading list and during the last half of the year, the entire class undertook the writing of a short story. Under the tutelage of Mrs. Parnell, the members of Contemporary Literature gained a great amount of writing and reading experience which we are sure will be a great help to them in the future. 76 Introducing SPORTS hh First row, left to right: E. Paprota, W. Betzler, M. Travisano, D. Wiclclund, M, Zalewslci, C. Slcwira, R. Kurcheski, E. Neim- inski, A. Kotow, R. Reess. Second row: T. Michaels, J. Rom- mel, G. Arney, J. Klinkowski, B. Kupsch, R. Kornacki, S. Pawelek, J. Dzergowski, J. Chunco. Third row: A. Wiecek, I. Bowman, S. Van Why, M. Liegel, T. Galinski, J. Knox, H. Applegate, J. Tremel, F. Salamon, T. Salamon. Fourth row: A. Bauman and J. Buckler, mgrs.; H. Dill, J.V. and backfield coach; H. Counsman, head coach; R. Reichenback, fresh- man coach; R. Kabarra and W. Olsen, mgrs. FOOTBALL Sayreville FOOTBALL SCORES Opponent 25 Our Lady of the Valley 0 25 Red Bank Catholic 6 31 South Plainfield 18 12 Carteret 18 13 Saint Peter's 26 0 Highland Park 6 0 Bayville 7 6 Metuchen 0 12 Rumson 0 78 FOOTBALL COACHES Left to right: R. Reichenback, freshman coach; H. Counsman, head coach; H. Dill, J.V. and backfield coach. Our distinguished gridders: Tom Michaels. All County Second Team Back; Richard Kornaclci, All County First Team Center; James Knox, All County First Team End; Stan Pawelek, All State Third Team, All County Second Team Tackle; Bob Reess, All County Honorable Mention Quarterback. The 1956 Bombers .were a team hit hard by graduation, injuries, and bad marks. However, un- der the tutelage of Mr. Counsman, the boys played their hearts out and came up with the first winning season in several years. Their record read five wins afid four defeats. The Bombers started out very well, winning their first three games. They beat Our Lady of the Valley, Red Bank Catholic, and South Plainfield, each by a large margin. Then came disaster. Traditional rivals, Carteret, Saint Peter's, and Highland Park, and Bayville Regional set back the Bombers four times in succession. S.H.S. was defeated each time by only six points, with the exception of Saint Peter's, who beat them by thirteen. However, the Bombers bounced back and beat Metuchen and Rumson in their last two game to give the Sayreville High School football team its first winning season in four years. S.H.S. can be proud, not only because of its winning rec- ord, but even more because of the fine sportsman- ship the team showed, both on the field and off. Eddie Paprota leads the way for John Dzergowski against South Plainfield. Reess throws another T.D. pass. 79 BASKETBALL The Sayreville High School Bombers this year enjoyed one of the best regular seasons in the past decade. Compiling an eighteen and two record, the Bombers turned in a fine season not only rec- ord-wise, but in the sense of the spirit,of fair play and exuberant school spirit. The season was highlighted by the performance of one Ronald Kuran, who became the first Bomber in the history of the school to pile up a total of more than one thousand points. The red- headed whiz ended his brilliant high school career with a total of thirteen hundred points and averaged about twenty-four points per game this year. Coach Gutkowski’s boys turned in a fine season's work, being turned back only by Carteret and St. Peter's in the regular season and beating each of these teams previous to their setbacks. The only sad note which dims the light of a brilliant season is the fact that in the first game of the Group II tournament the Bombers were edged by a strong Ewing Township team to end their hopes for a Central Jersey Championship. The whole squad is to be congratulated on their fine team play, sportsmanship, and fight throughout the entire campaign. i s 80 BASKETBALL COACHES. Left to right: Mr. H. Dill, freshman coach; Mr. J. Wortley, J.V. coach; Mr. J. Gutlcowslci, varsity coach. FRED SALAMON VARSITY BASKETBALL. Kneeling, left to right: Mr. J. Gutkowski, coach; M. Chud- kowski, M. Helpa, E. Paprota, R. Reess, J. Rommel, T. Michaels. Standing: J. Dzer- gowski, R. Kornacki, A. Beattie, T. Kuc, T. Salamon, R. Kuran, F. Salamon, A. Cyskowski. RON KURAN JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL Kneeling, left to right: G. Pasquale, M. Zalewski, E. Nieminski, J. Orsag, J. Buckler, Manager. Standing: Mr. J. Wortley, Coach; A. Soroka, J. Stanik, L. Blaska, C. Malik. 81 AMERA Ron hits two for Sayreville. tw Red scores against Red Bank. 83 The Piners Joanne caught practicing. INTRA-MURALS Mr. Wortley, intramural director. Mr. Dill, intramural director. Battle for the rebound during intramural basketball. Competition was keen and competitive spirit strong during the intra- mural sports program this year. There were three sports which were in- cluded: touch football, basketball, and softball. In all three areas there were two tournaments, a senior and junior division in each. The entire in- tra-mural sports program was under the excellent supervision of Mr. John Wortley and Mr. Homer Dill, our gym teachers. The teams in the senior basketball division were coached by varsity basketball players. The remain- ing varsity players were referees as were the varsity football players dur- ing the football tournament. The basketball tournament was topped off by a game between the senior champions and all-stars. The entire intra- mural program was a thorough success. 84 Try for a touchdown in intramural football action. THE CHEERLEADERS The cheerleaders, with their advisor, Mrs. Fehrle, can be seen at every basket- ball and football game, leading the students in cheers and promoting school spirit. Cheerleading is one of the most popular activities among the girls and each spring a large group go out and try to make the squad.- Their personalities, looks, and scho- lastic grades, as well as cheerleading ability, are the basis for the selection of the new cheerleaders, and they are then trained by the present cheerleaders. We are especially proud of this year's cheering squad for having won the ’ Best Cheering Squad trophy during the Jay Vee tournament at Perth Amboy. 85 Intramural Basketball GIRLS' SPORTS This year, Mrs. Fehrle, gym instructor, conducted volleyball, basketball, and soft- ball tournaments. Homeroom teams played against each other until all but one were eliminated. The girls on the winning team received letters. 86 Intramural Volleyball Those rigorous calisthenics. 1 Let's get together girls . . . in a regular session of jumping jacks! GIRLS' GYM In physical education class, the girls engage in many activities which include sports, dancing, apparatus and matwork. Besides being taught various gymnastic skills, the girls are coached on the rules governing each sport. Jump-ball ... to start the game. Square Dancing in the gym. 87 . . and then we graduated 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. 88 TUNED TO - YREVILIE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY 50 WASHINGTON RD. ■ -