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

Text from Pages 1 - 240 of the 1981 volume:

SAYREV1LLE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY, 1050 WASHINGTON RD. PARLIN, N. J. 08859 Sayreville War Memorial ■iifih School Vcl. 4€ Washinstcn Ecad larlin. NJ €§859 l Contents Victory for the Bomber team is always a happy event for everyone. Renee Castrorao smiles in delight as her teammates win. Introduction 2 Student Life 14 Academics 42 Athletics 58 The Lighter Side 96 People 124 Closing 204 Advertisements 208 Index 227 One day down, 182 to go! Mr. Boardman, Mr. Schmeyer, Mr. Dineen and Mr. Cheskin reflect on the ups N downs of the first day of school. 2 Introduction WatcIh Out For TIhe First Drop! Every school year has its ups N downs, and you ride through the months like a rollercoaster, over every hill, until finally get- ting off in June. Think back to September — approaching Thursday the 4th with mixed emotions. You wanted to see all your friends again, so for awhile you didn’t worry about going back. But after all the hellos, you came crashing down to real- ity when you remembered that you were actually in a classroom again. September seemed to last forever, but it was only the beginning of a year that would have you smiling one day and sighing the next. Monday mornings were con- sistently downers — they always seemed to demand more energy than you had to offer. After a hard workout. Tony D’Arpa grins with Putting the shot requires a great deal of concentration. Confident of his lead Mario Mascali takes it easy satisfaction at the refinement of his routine. for his final throw. Introduction 3 Too Many MoNcUys After two days of rest, you never knew what to expect from Monday mornings. If you listed your ten worst days of the year, most of them would probably be Mondays. There couldn’t be anything much worse than hav- ing a pop quiz Monday on the story you didn’t read over the weekend. One thing about tests and quizzes though — it sure felt better getting a grade in the 90’s than getting one in red ink. There’s little else about school work that ever really raised your spirits. There was the ever-so- rare interesting class, or the times when a teacher gave you the period as a study hall. But mostly there were the downs, and you seemed to hit a low point every time you had to put pen to paper. It was always a relief to escape from the last class of the day and rush off to the security of home, or even the more relax- ing pace of a club meeting after school. Not yet frantic over the approaching due date of a paper. Mike Grau casually glances through the card catalog for reference mate- rials. 4 Introduction The trumpets blare! Joe Kearney, Paul Soto and Rex Jarvis sound out their new piece of music. Bases are loaded, it's the bottom of the 7th, 2 outs and Colleen Vogel is up to bat. It could be instant heroics or imminent downfall. Introduction 5 Mrs. Sforza explains the intricasies of string art to John Gugliotta and John Welsh. AlwAys CoMiNq Out On Top Participating in a few worth- while activities was always a lift, provided they were the right ones for you. It was always eas- ier to devote your time to an extra-curricular activity than to writing a term paper. But then again, selling all that candy could be a pretty annoying downer. If you were lucky though, that money finally paid for a day in New York; or some other appreciable experience. So you always came out on top in the end. Of course, after-school activi- ties also included sports, which could be a little rougher if it meant another gruelling prac- tice. Giving her notes a cursory glance. Adrianne Binda refreshes herself on last night's studying. The shop machines are sensitive instruments Michael Moe uses his expertise to operate the lathe effectively. 6 Introduction After a hard workout, Kim Wist escapes for a little rest behind the football bleachers. Each note is essential to a uniform melody. Wendy Sorensen and Jamie Unkel help bring it all together. Essay tests require total concentration. Engrossed in his work. Jim Cirko completes his assignment. Introduction 7 UPS NI DOWNS 8 Introduction It All DEpENds On Who You Are Bomber sports provoked either cheering or jeering (mostly cheering) depending on whether our teams were up or down. Along with crushing our opponents, the ups included tournaments, cheerleaders, and pep rallies. On the down side, nothing felt worse than a heart- breaking defeat. Of course your emotional ups N downs depended a lot on who you were. The teachers started on a low note this year due to the absence of new contracts, and everyone else started out down just because it was Sep- tember. If this was your senior year, each day peaked at 12:09, as the underclassmen marched off to 6th period. But you stop- ped snickering when forced to make decisions about college that would affect the rest of your life. A driver’s license opened up new worlds for the juniors, while the SAT’s were a reminder that college loomed ahead for them too. For the sophomores, high school was a welcome change from the junior high but meant starting at the bottom of the new school’s caste system. But it was everyone’s per- sonal ups N downs that made each individual unique. Closely examining every detail of the specimen, Tracy Tisdale searches for the missing link to her biology lab. The problem with bubbles is once you blow them, they've got to pop, as Dawn Ciavarro is about to find out. Perfecting their pen and ink artwork, Mike Grau and Steve Cunha practice crosshatching. Introduction 9 UPS DOWNS: 42 WeeI encIs MaI e A Year The life of the average student could be very tough. As if school wasn’t enough, most students had other things to worry about, like after-school jobs, finding a date, and keeping up with the trends. Getting a weekly pay- check was great, but the fact that your job left you with very little spare time wasn’t so great. And if you did find some time, there was always the problem of finding something new and exciting to do. The ultimate downer was finding yourself alone on a Friday or Saturday night. On the other hand, if you happened to have a date, being with someone special was the highlight of the week. Regardless of how you spent your well-deserved two-day rests, the best thing about weekends was that they came 42 times during the school year. On the first day of school, study hall can be the longest period. Luckily for Bernie Brower, she finds something to break the monotony. As JV baseball playsers, Jim Stavola, Aaron Applegate, Scott Swiderski and John Zebrowski take time out from a game against East Brunswick for a moment of comaraderie. 10 Introduction With the help of a band saw, Mike Kleinow uses his carpentry talents to begin a project. The end of the period proves to be the best part of class for Donna Chiaramonte. Every year the girls are subjected to exercise to music. Sherry Stoeckel and Rosanda Strika thor- oughly enjoy themselves while struggling through leg lifts. Introduction 11 A longer lunch period gives Michelle Pepsin a chance to exchange notes with her friends. Warm spring weather brings the gym classes outdoors. Gary Aich practices his batting during a carefree softball game. Ideas are thrown back and forth during an impromptu Quo Vadis meeting on the school lawn. 12 Introduction A gorgeous day and her own reflection could easily distract Jill Pazur from her biology lab. The natives are restless! Ulterior motives lurk behind the mask of Lisa Croasmun. EinouqIh To MaI e You Dizzy In those nine and a half months you rolled and coasted through Christmas vacation and another icy New Jersey winter, mid-term exams in January, the arrival of spring, and quarterly report cards before finally breez- ing to a stop in June. You rode over enough ups N downs in the school year to make you dizzy by the time it was over. It’s really not so bad if you just hold on. A group effort makes the work easier. Students of Spanish II pool their talents to complete their latest project. Introduction 13 DOWNS STUDENT LIFE 14 Student Life Food is only a secondary concern to Michelle Pepsin and Leona Ott as they catch up with the latest gossip during their lunch period. Homecoming — the hours spent stuffing tissue paper into chicken wire. Blue and Grey Week — the laugh you let out when you passed someone in the hall dressed in a more bizarre fashion than yourself. Cafeteria lunches — forty min- utes to cram in food or cram in last minute homework. These moments are sand- wiched in between schoolwork, jobs, and just plain “goofing off!” They are precious and fleeting, but they linger for a life- time. Piggyback service: Frank Sollecito jumps at the Last minute schedule changes keep Dr. Parnell busy during gym classes on the second day of offer for a ride down the hall by Glen Lazo. school. Student Life 15 7 U it Lunch § Its An Adventure! Diversified is just about the only word which describes the activities which take place in the cafeteria. At one table, someone may be sampling the day's lunch specialty. At the next table, another student is eating an ice cream sandwich while his friend beside him is munching on potato chips. But the differing actions go much further than this. The lunchroom offers an escape where students can breathe a sigh of relief from the otherwise grind of the day. It is a place where all the “loose ends’’ are tied together. Homework is finished which wasn’t completed the night before because of a date, night out with friends, or jut plain procrasti- nation. Latest gossip is exchanged as well as the ups and downs of the day. Lunch is sometimes the only period friends have togeter, so that’s when they catch up on the latest news. And of course, there are some students cramming for the ever dreaded “test on the chapter you didn’t pay attention to while it was being taught.’’ The cafeteria seems to hold a life all its own. Even the most “down” stu- dent is swept up by its chaotic atmos- phere and hum of activity. Without lunch, so much would be left unaccom- plished — it is indispensable! 16 Cafeteria Chatter In hopes of “grabbing a bite to eat,” Steve Krawet completes his assignment in the cafeteria. Cafeteria Chatter 17 ooo ixcitement Filled The Air An aura of excitement filled the air as the morning of the School Spirit assembly finally arrived, marking the first of only two times when the entire school was assembled in one place. First period was cut short as all stu- dents returned to homeroom to pro- ceed to the stadium, as the excitement of missing periods 2 and 3 generated itself into true school spirit. A cheering contest and an Almost Anything Goes series provided compe- tition among classes as each awarded victory to the seniors. The band’s musi- cal program proved itself to be new and innovative, receiving much acclaim from the appreciative crowd of stu- dents and faculty. The end of the assembly drew Homecoming even closer and com- pleted the 5th week of preparation on the class floats. Dedicated students, who worked during and after school, resumed their diligent efforts immedi- ately in order to complete the floats in time for Saturday’s Homecoming activ- ities. The brass section of the band kneels at attention while awaiting their cue to begin their musical finale. A little confetti and a lot of cheering captured a traditional senior class victory. 18 Homecoming Preparation Cheerleader Sheri Hept and soccer player Ed Wolf struggle to overtake their senior rivals who ‘‘conveniently overlooked the rules, in the final leg of the class relays. Stephanie Gumas delivers a rousing, spirited speech that imp- lores her classmates to unite. The cheerleaders and members of the Pep Club pool their efforts to lead the student body during the annual Spirit Assembly. Homecoming Preparation 19 UPS N DOWNS They Burned Our But Not Our Spirit oa A trumpet solo of “Conquistador, by Evan Gelfand, highlighted the half-time musical pro- gram. Despite the Homecoming-day downpour, spectators did not hesitate to cheer the Bombers to success. The rain stopped long enough for Homecoming Queen Cindy Farver to make the traditional promenade around the stadium. Unfortunately, the seven dwarfs were forced to pose without Snow White or the destroyed sen- ior float. 20 Homecoming The Homecoming Queen candidates enjoyed a few dry moments before the downpour Timelessness is Through the Looking Glass as exhibited by the junior class float. The Big Bad Wolf casts his eyes upon the Three Little Pigs from atop the sophomore float. Carefully applied makeup streaked down the faces of the Homecoming Queen candidates while they looked with dismay at their water-stained gowns. Umbrellas opened and closed as the rain poured from the heavens just long enough to chill spectators and drench bleacher seats. As if the rain did not cast gloom enough. Homecoming 1980 struck the senior class with tragedy. News that the senior float had been maliciously burned the night before spread through the bleachers like wildfire, as spectators entered the stadium. The gloomy weather and the act of destruction combined to create a black legacy for October 18. 1980. The devastating opening of Home- coming lingered in the minds of its observers, but they were soon swept up by the spirit of the day. The bitter- ness projected toward the vandals gradually gave way to enthusiasm as the Sayreville Bombers tied Colonia 6- 6. Despite its blackmark, the traditions of Homecoming 1980 continued in their usual manner. The 5 candidates held their breaths and silently prayed as Cindy Farver was announced the new Homecoming Queen. The crowd cheered euphorically as the Bombers displayed their second consecutive show of success which prompted many spectators to remain until the final play. The class of 1981 fought uncontrollable circumstances but man- aged to make Homecoming 1980 a memorable event. Homecoming 21 rucTion- A Hedonistic Action In an effort to give coverage to the people behind the scenes, the Quo I after Friday’s Pep Rally. He arrived when the float was completed and ironi- Vadis photographer was taking candids of the construction of the senior float | cally shot the only picture of the 1981 senior Homecoming float. 22 Vandalism Vandalism — perhaps the most despicable crime to plague a community as a whole. The actions of one person can ruin some- thing for a class, a school, or an entire town. A sudden wave of vandalism has hit the high school four times in the past two years, causing hardships both financially and emotionally. It all started with the destruction of the stadium press box during the sum- mer of 1978. Following suit, this past August saw the torching of the conces- sion stand which forced the senior class to devise a temporary means of selling refreshments at football games. Pressure to complete the rebuilding of the stand in time for the Homecoming game lasted straight through until the eve of Homecoming. The theft and eventual partial destruction of the John F. Kennedy portrait, formally displayed in the school lobby, marked yet another crime committed by vandals. The gift of the senior class of 1964 was restored at a cost of about $250.00. Shortly after the tragedy, Dr. Parnell commented that she believed that it was not the amount of vandalism, but the atrociousness of the acts that was on the rise. Perhaps the most vicious assault was the burning of the 1981 senior Homecoming float. At approximately 1:30 a.m., a Sayreville patrolman noticed smoke and flames coming from the garage where the floats were stored. The act was suspected of being directed towards the class of ’81, because gasoline was poured directly on the senior float, but none of the other floats were even touched. The irony of vandalism is the fact that vandals, for a few minutes of so called “pleasure,” destroy the very things that give the more spirited stu- dents satisfaction and enjoyment. The effort and invaluable time devoted to the senior float went sadly unrewarded as the spectators of Homecoming 1981 sought to catch themselves up in the spirit of the day despite the tragic news that echoed over the PA system as they entered the stadium gates. The bare skeleton of the concession stand roof sprawls eerie shadows on its walls, reflecting the barren feelings of the Sayreville student body. Concerned students give their all to make up for the convenience lacking in a make-shift concession stand. The repaired stand brings the crowds and money rolling back into the Sayreville WMHS purse. Vandalism 23 =upsf4 DOWNS: Just Wastin' Time for some reason, it seems that hangouts are a necessary part of every school day. Whether it was next to a water fountain, in front of a locker, or at one of the designated smoking areas, students needed a place to get together between the monotony of lectures and classwork. A gathering of friends at any one of the dozens of hangouts around the school could prove to be the highlight of the day. Most students had a lot to get off their chests, and a lot of gossip to spread, too. Discussions could cover anything from history assignments to concerts. Hangouts provided informa- tion vital to every student’s existence — like who went out with whom, and where everyone was going on Friday night. The hangout was also a place to trade opinions on fashions, movies, sports, or even the weather. The con- versation sometimes led to friendly arguments which were abruptly ended by the class bell. Indeed, most students would have had trouble making it through the year without a place to meet and exchange ideas. Without hangouts, the year would have been ten months of never ending quizzes, teachers and home- work. With hangouts, the strife of stu- dent life became bearable. A borrowed” car provides adequate seating arrangements for students who just like to hangout. 24 Hangouts Different strokes for different folks. Ralph Starace prefers to spend some free time alone rather than devote it all to his friends. On their four-minute break between a double woodshop period. Gene Ruggiere and Brian Bottomly discuss the advantages of a dovetail joint. A friendly joke and warm spring air end the monotony of school and a long, cold winter for John Dyczok and Ray Gin- man. News about anything from anyone is often a welcome relief. Christin Boris comes to the rescue of Diane Danella and Jill Armus as they break away from their chore of touching up the junior float. Hangouts 25 UPS N DOWNS Quo Dad is Opens Doors To Creativity 'V'DD. ■ ■ -: L‘ The Holiday Door Decorating Contest was a success thanks to the participation of the vari- ous clubs, activities, and homerooms. Drama Club member, Karen Thompsen, cuts out letters that would be part of the “Christmas Carol dis- play on the auditorium doors. Competition seemed to be the name of the game as Quo Vadis sponsored the First Annual Door Decorating Con- test. All homerooms, teams, and organizations were invited to partici- pate in this test of creativity which was designed to generate holiday spirit. The frequent occurrences of vandal- ism within the school caused Quo Vadis to hesitate before deciding to sponsor the event. However, much to the relief of everyone who participated, not one door was touched. The contest attracted over 20 partic- ipants and was celebrated as a novel approach to encourage school involve- ment. All entrants were required to adhere to the contest rules which stipu- lated that no more than $5.00 could be spent on materials and that judging would take place on December 16. Mrs. Lasko’s homeroom, A237, and Student Council were each awarded ten dollars for their most artistic and most original doors, respectively. Those who cut out construction paper letters and ground pastel crayons into their clothes awaited the announce- ment of the Second Annual Door Dec- orating Contest. Santa Claus had some stiff competi- tion at Woodbridge Center as the school chorus conducted its own mini- concert during the holiday season. On the designated day, veteran members held their breaths in anticipation, som- berly recalling last year’s cancellation due to snow. A month’s practice, devoted to perfecting timing and pitch, proved worthwhile as hurried shoppers paused outside the stores to appreci- ate a few moments of the chorus’ rep- ertoire. Exceptionally talented members Sharyn Bloodgood, Kathy Diaczyszyn and John Paul Jones received recogni- tion by being elected to the All-State Chorus. Kathy Diaczyszyn’s talent also gained her acceptance into the All- Eastern Chorus. Whether there is an upcoming performance or not, the fifth period con- cert chorus class can be heard echoing through the halls. Treasurer Wayne Locklin and Secretary Celeste Del Gatto apply a plastic cover to protect Student Council's most original door. 26 All State Chorus Door Decorating Contest Jim Romer and Missy Rehfuss add the finishing touches to their entry, the winner of the most artistic category in the Quo Vadis Holiday Door Decorating Contest. All State members Kathy Diaczyszyn, Sharyn Bloodgood, and John Paul Jones look over sheet music for an upcoming per- formance. All State Chorus Door Decorating Contest 27 A of ng or 8c Sound Drum Majorettes: Laura Kawalec and Sharyn Bloodgood The Bomber Band consistently remained the half time highlight of the weekly football games. The dazzling array of colors and sounds were not, however, without long hours of prac- tice and regimentation. The band members once again gave their utmost dedication to their chosen activity. During the last week of summer, the Bomber band was just beginning a year of practice and precision. From that point on, they spent an average of eighteen to twenty-five hours a week polishing their performances. This year, in an attempt to strengthen both the size and appear- ance of the band, the company was composed of both junior and senior high musicians. Under the direction of Mr. Ketterer and Mr. Donelon, the transition period went smoothly and eventually proved successful. The band demonstrated its ability in the many competitions it entered, including the Cedar Ridge Band Fanta- sia and the Princeton Pre-game Com- petition. High place finishes at both events ranked Sayreville among the best regional marching units. With trumpets raised, the brass of the Bomber band blares out in harmony. 28 Marching Band WOODWINDS: FRONT ROW: Theresa O'Hara, Greg Pachkowski, Janet Arkis, Patti Fallon, Rhonda Blaska, Ann Marie Lajewski, Renee Golla, Stephanie Gelfand. Valerie Brock, Michele Garbowski. SECOND ROW: Janet Dell, Keith Knoell, Mike Zielinski. Margaret Gochango, Laura Morgan, Laura Krajewski, Paul Caruso, Patty Wisk, Cathy Fischer, Patti Tauber, Kathy Pashley, Laura Schneider, Tracy Kilian. BACK ROW: Jon Persons. Donna Melnick, Barb Fulham, Joe Kawalec, Kevin Sweeney, Linda Labassi, Kit Hampson, Tom Hartman, John Mazurk- iewicz, Jim Fitzpatrick, Joe Geletei, Pam Porzygoda, Steven DiAngelis, Tom Grzymski, Mike Phillips, Tony Gorka. Although it’s the music that is listened to, it’s the silence in between that makes the whole thing work. PERCUSSION: FRONT ROW: Joe Geletei, Bonnie Brewer. BACK ROW: Mike Jaffe, Scott Paul, Karen Carstens, John Paul Jones, Jim Godowski, Bob Nelson. BRASS: FRONT ROW: Thomas Donnelly, Todd Fenstermaker, Joe Kackurich, Robert Russo, James Roberts, Dawn Spinola, Darlene Collier. SECOND ROW: Karen Franzese, Eric Bremer, Tom Kreseski, Paul Soto, Mike Fallon, Matt Bauer, Joe Zarconi. BACK ROW: Greg Wasilew- ski, Bob Golla, Mark Gallagher, Mike Peters, Evan Gelfand, Mary Bartlinski, Anthony Castro- novo, David Anderson. Marching Band 29 ups|Nl DOWNS: Emulating the Rockettes, the twirlers high step it on the field. inds And Warm Smiles The icy wind and frigid temperatures tore through their uniforms as the Band Front watched the football team exit from the field. The air may have been bitter, but the smiles were warm as the Sayreville Band Front executed increasingly professional routines before receptive Bomber football crowds. The marching season began in the final weeks of August. Despite a lack of finances, a makeshift band camp at the High School produced a consoli- dated group of individuals. Working towards a common goal under the direction of Mr. Ketterer, the Band Front braved the victories and defeats as they worked to further their reputa- tion and increase Sayreville spirit. FLAGS: FRONT ROW: Donna Kawalec, Missy Rehfuss, Sheila Norrington. SECOND ROW: Maureen Coyle. Janet Kaminski. Moira Norrington, Helen Freid, Cindy Bozan. BACK ROW: Kathy Slesinski, Judy Bernicker, Robin Farfel, Dawn Anderson, Lisa Himel. Janice McCoy. 30 Band Front DRILL TEAM: FRONT ROW: Patty Mulcahy, Karen Kuciel, Antoinette Migliore, Anita Segarra, Jill Knast, Gina Cascais. SECOND ROW: Dina Delgesso. Cheryl Stofan. BACK ROW: Dawn Norel, Cindy Kornblum, Angela Pistilli, Nancy Ger- ard, Lisa Shabatun, Michele Vallee, Lisa Kennedy, Patty Jadwinski. The American Section leads the band off the field. RIFLE SQUAD: FRONT ROW: Linda Steckert, Linda Nowicki, Diane Danella, Denise Donnelly. BACK ROW: Nancy Sloan, Jill Steckert, Chris Kopek, Jody Dolan. Band Front 31 TWIRLERS: FRONT ROW: Sharon Kolmansperger, Susan Malik. BACK ROW: Robin Malik, Alyeece Zulin, Tara O’Con- nell. Eileen Skurka, Denise Malik, Claudia Naglich. It is not often that a student gets a chance to pursue a hobby while in school. Country boy Tony Esposito wails his sax during his band class. Creating the highs and lows with a bass and a guitar. Dave Anderson and Sue Byrnes add the rock beat. Waiting for their introduction, Paul Eska and fellow clarinetists, resemble soldiers presenting arms. With pit band rehearsal scheduled for 3:00, senior Kevin Sweeney takes advantage of 12:0S dismissal to get some homework done. 32 Pit Band r ' ts Okay, No ABOVE LEFT: Out with the old and in with the new. An ecstatic Theatre II class “mourns the loss of the old auditorium seats. ABOVE: A borrowed stool must be painted to fit the decor; Dawn Spinola gives a new look to old furniture. As with all things, the audience only sees the finished product. If it’s good, that's okay, no questions asked. But, if there is just one flaw, the criticisms fly, with no thought to how much work took place before the performance. The fall production of Bad Seed was hampered by the installation of new seats in the auditorium. Although a welcome improvement, while the old seats were being taken out and the auditorium floor prepared, the new seats sat onstage. The whole process took over a month and resulted in less time for the cast to learn their blocking and work with props. No work could be done with the dramatic aspect of the play until the cast knew the basics of their lines and blocking. While the drama and musical are both concerned with props, blocking and hours of practice learning dialogue and cues, the Jazz Rock Band, Brass Ensemble and Studio Band do more behind the scenes practicing than any- one could possibly be aware of. Con- tinual practice sessions might eventu- ally lead to performance opportunities for some of these musicians. The mem- bers of the Studio Band are responsi- ble for all numbers in the Spring Musi- cal. Being in the “pit” never places them in the spotlight but after tedious hours of practice, they eventually receive their due plaudits. Mr. Cunliffe shows his versatility as a director by demonstrating the blocking of a scene. Play Preparation 33 UPS N DOWNS: ts Only Skin Deep Creating a masterpiece of a person’s face is not limited to portrait artists. Each year the Paint and Powder crew has transformed actors’ faces into characters. Many different shades of make-up and a few skillful brush strokes pre- pared actors for both the fall drama and spring musical. This year, the crew professionally handled the challenge of changing young actors into “older” characters. Another aspect of backstage per- formance was the time-consuming job of the stage crew. These amateurs knew that the creation of a single dra- matic setting could be a burdensome task. Despite several hard to find fur- nishings and problems of transporting large props, the crew was able to fulfill its duty. Perhaps the most complex scene in the play involved an action which occurred offstage. The breaking down of the burning barn door was simulated by the crashing of wooden blocks to the floor and flashing red and blue lights, which created the illusion of flame. The stationary setting was fashioned with colonial furniture and an enor- mous picture window through which the characters viewed the fire. The long hours of building, painting, and fashioning under the supervision of Mr. Resh, provided the stage with a realis- tic atmosphere. 34 Paint and Powder Stage Crew Prop coordinator Natalie Barbella adds the finishing touches to perfect the set. Debbie Wrobel begins to apply the deceiving make-up of Missy Michalik. Pony tails and big eyes will mask the face of a juvenile murderer. People behind the scenes are an essential part to any play. Sue Gerlesky and Kathy Kole paint the backdrop for Bad Seed. The character of Miss Fern requires a stern expression. Mr. Bordak applies the perfect make-up to Mandy Phillips to acquire this effect. Paint and Powder member Maria Pampinto tries to push ahead the clock as she adds years to Penny Silletti’s face. Paint and Powder Stage Crew 35 UPS N DOWNS: RIGHT: In a fit of hysteria, an inebriated Lori Lynch is tactfully removed from the Penmark apartment. ABOVE: A belligerent Brett Koester can- not resist having the final say as his employer scolds him for taunting her neighbor’s daughter. ABOVE: Evil lurks behind the sweet and innocent face of Melissa Michalik — the Bad Seed. vSo Reality Everyday behavior is a true indica- tion of a person’s character. Right? Wrong. As witnessed in the fall drama, appearances can be deceiving. Max- well Anderson’s Bad Seed dealt with this, as well as the manner in which everyone’s general deportment comes about. Is conduct learned or inherited? The answer to this disputed social question was left for the audience to decide after the show. Presented on December 4, 5 and 6, the annual fall production was a true test of director Charles Cunliffe’s tal- ents. He was forced to work with many students who had never before appeared in a dramatic play. The disci- pline of hours of practice had to be learned by most of the actors before they even began working on the true essence of “acting.” There were a few uneasy moments throughout rehearsal. However, it all pulled together in the end and was very well received by the audience. The merit the play earned was best stated by one sophomore who said, “I don’t know why they never let the younger students see the drama as they do with the musical. This was the first year I knew the drama existed and I thought it was remarkable.” LEFT: Criminologist Ed Melee ponders the question of whether or not character development may be geneti- cally impaired. ABOVE: Penny Sllletti is the center of attention and controversy as she accuses her brother of being a homo- sexual. 36 Fall Drama LEFT: The stress of his daughter's questions about her true identity is too much for heart attack victim Ed Kosciewicz. ABOVE: The answer to the problem of who murdered Claude Daigle eludes Mandy Phillips. ABOVE: A “Basket of hugs” is the reward for a “Basket of kisses” as Paul La Plante bids Mel- lissa Michalik a cheerful farewell. RIGHT: Brett Koester’s taunting is ignored by Melissa Michalik who “innocently” works on her new puzzle while denying his accusations. UPS N DOWNS LEFT: The Sharks, led by Alden Camacho, issue a warning to the Jets — there's gonna be a fight “Tonight.” ABOVE: A lot of practice is needed to perfect the gym dance. Andy Kotula and Janet Kaminski strut their stuff as they rehearse their steps. Alden Camacho is too preoccupied dancing with Laurie Unkel to worry about his sister. Even while executing an energetic dance with Jamie Unkel, Glen Lazo keeps his “cool about him. 38 Spring Musical he Door Opens. Rehearsals � « Side Story:) Is In A fter six years of knocking, the Z_ door was finally opened for West Side Story to be per- formed as the Spring musical. Director Charles Cunliffe had been trying to bring the play to Sayreville since he arrived because he felt the material was exceptional, that it would draw a large crowd, and that it would be a great challenge of his directing ability. However, this play also paved the way for greater male participation in the theater program, and for the first time, in at least six years, there were more boys in the musical than girls. West Side Story is shied away from by most high schools because it is unu- sually difficult to perform. To eliminate this trepidation, this year’s cast set out early to ensure an extraordinary per- formance. Rehearsals started three weeks earlier than usual and the sing- ing and choreography were immedi- ately undertaken. Once again, Miss Anna Faix provided the dancing instruction. The score of West Side Story was particularly challenging because of the many time changes in the midst of songs. In order to meet this challenge, the pit band started rehearsals before the play was cast. Because a string section was needed, four professionals were hired to accompany the band. Every member of West Side Story from stage crew, to cast members, to the pit band, hoped it would be remembered with the best that Sayre- ville theater had produced. Mr. Cunliffe commented that he hoped the commu- nity would support something to which the students had devoted 14 weeks of their lives. He feels parents aren’t con- cerned enough with their children or their activities these days, which has given rise to the vandalism and nega- tive attitudes of students. But, after considering the material, he added, “If I can’t pack this auditorium for this show, I give up!’’ The initial meeting between Tony and Maria at the high school dance sets the tempo for the rest of the play. Kevin Ferguson and Jeanne Rogers put in many hours of practice for the production of West Side Story. Spring Musical 39 Juniors get their message across loud and clear. Blue and Grey week was a new experience for Staci Wong and Helen Sutt hill. No one could rain on their parade as the sophomores went on to win in the Almost Anything Goes. Improving upon the traditional caveman method, Mark Neilson grabs his partner Tricia Carlesimo by the feet during the scooter race. 40 Blue and Grey Week Srs, Find Defeat Harder o Swallow Than Pie Sheila Burrell and Lois Burkshot gaze in wonderment at their measle-faced punk rock friend, Deanna Bolger. Defeat is hard to face for anyone, but for seniors it’s even tougher. The results of being taken down a notch are hard to swallow, but losing to soph- omores is the ultimate embarrassment for upperclassmen. The 1981 Almost Anything Goes assembly shook seniors up as the sophomores captured the title in the class competition with 70 points. Sen- iors managed to edge the juniors by only 5 points as their efforts garnered them a totaled score of 55. The Assembly rounded out Blue and Grey week as the activities came to a close. Dress up days earlier in the week included blue and grey day, punk rock day, t-shirt and bandana day, hat day and color day. Punk rock day was a novelty that grew out of musical trends and attracted an elite segment of the school population as both faculty and students were seen attired in every- thing from striped dresses, to leopard shirts, to leather jackets adorned with safety pins. Some students went so far as to tease and dye their hair purple or green while others decorated their arms and faces with glitter and stars. The objective of Blue and Grey week was to stimulate school spirit and encourage participation of faculty and students alike. The overall reaction to Blue and Grey week indicated that it was decidedly a highpoint in the daily routine at Sayreville. The ambiguity of the rules of the Almost Any- thing Goes contest caused the controversy over the final score. Blue and Grey Week 41 DOWNS ACADEMICS Academics. Just pronouncing the word conjures up horrifying thoughts of stacked test books, never-ending lectures, and incomprehensible homework. Fortunately, that vision is not a true reflection of the school’s curriculum. Unlike the student’s first dec- ade of schooling, a high school schedule is usually constructed to include courses which interest the student in particular. Although critical courses have not been eliminated, the empha- sis has shifted to specialization. Remember having spelling class in elementary school? What about penmanship? The funda- mentals of grammar school are no longer a priority, however, unless one plans to make a living as a professional spelling bee contestant. The basics have since been replaced by courses like accounting, theater, and business law. By the time high school rolls around, the objec- tive is to prepare students for college, for a career, and for the rest of their lives. Most people are willing to admit that it’s a relief to get away from a cut and dry curricu- lum and that attitude is a good one. By now it’s become evident that a high school education must be viewed as a whole in order to recognize its overall benefits. The rewards of going to class everyday may not seem apparent now, but they’ll become more and more obvious in the years to come. It’s true that academics encompasses the bulk of your school life, but in the end, it’ll either make you or break you. Happily, Melanie Fallon has finished her assignment early. Extra time allows for daydreaming. Although her hat connotes holiday spirit, Coleen Hope is not having one of her better days. Academics 4o ____The Best 43 Minutes Of The Day Sometimes referred to as the heart of the curriculum, Language Arts encompasses a lot more than just Eng- lish. Also included under that general heading are foreign language, philoso- phy and theater. Chances are, if you ask a student or teacher not involved in the Honors Pro- gram, they will use words such as snobbish and or elitist to describe it. However, ask an Honors English per- son for a description, and the universal response will be “challenging.” Ms. Joseph, the junior honors teacher, commented, “the most upsetting aspect is when the incredible competi- tion becomes more negative than posi- tive.” This competition is common in accelerated courses, and sometimes heightens interest. Many students, though, felt that striving for the best papers and opinions, at times got out of hand. As Lynne Jones said of it, “Sometimes the competition is so great it’s a health hazard.” Her thoughts were echoed by classmates. Despite this, the class was extremely popular. The rapport among the stu- dents superceded the underlying com- petition. When the course was over, ----------------------------- Sometimes the competition is so great it’s a health hazard. the class had developed skills in analy- sis and essay writing that would help them prepare for college. Likewise, foreign languages weren’t all talk and grammar. The cultural aspects of French, German and Span- ish provided a relief from the everyday rigors of class. Just the thought of a foreign delicacy or the sight of a work of art were a refreshing change. Get- ting involved with the lifestyle of another culture was the factor that made all the struggling worthwhile. As Miss Kwiatkowski expressed it, “You’re studying not only the language of the people, but the people them- selves.” Philosophy also deals with the study of people, but these range from Machiavelli to John Locke, who most students do not encounter until col- lege. Philosophy is the good 43 min- utes of every day,” noted Dr. Parnell, who returned to teaching this year. She enjoyed the course because it was flexible and enabled her to teach on a college level. Dr. Parnell acknowl- edged, “The heart of the school is really just a teacher and the student.'’ As English allows students to exp- continued Language Arts In a unique approach to Aesop’s Fables, Joe DiSciullo, alias Tom Snyder, and Don Ferenci, the monkey, present a satirical comedy which masks a moral. ABOVE: A philosophy class marks a return to teaching for Dr. Parnell. She emphasizes shades of meaning to her second period class. RIGHT: Edgar Allan Poe is a favorite American author studied by sopho- more Honors English students. Kevin Ferguson recreates in his mind the gory tale of The Pit and The Pendulum. Edqo ft� bn Poe ’he 5, f and ThePendu fl Q . 5. i heVI ryfoll‘- notch this.' (5JT jftcaq Tribunt- ' xnrin i Language Arts 45 UPS DOWNS ress themselves in words, theater allows aspiring thespians to express themselves physically and emotionally. Not only does theater allow students to test their acting abilities, it also gives them a technical understanding of the stage. Contrary to the expressionists aspects of language arts, which are seen in shades of gray, math and sci- ence deal only with black and white. Math and science have spoiled many an attempt at a straight A” report card. Even though these courses are often considered difficult, they’re becoming more popular, as career opportunities open up in engineering and related fields. “Math is interesting, too,” pointed out calculus and trigonometry teacher Dr. Evanovich. Algebra II teacher Mr. Brown introduced biorhythms and pyramidology to his classes in order to heighten mathematical interest among students. “Certain techniques, although used as fillers, increase inter- est and get the classes thinking on their own.” Such methods proved to MATH SCIENCE Pyrex, Pyramids, And People be quite effective in bringing life to the mathematics courses. The science department maintained the interest level by exploring the more fascinating aspects of the world we live in. When it occasionally veered from the everyday curriculum, it proved all the more fascinating. From solar energy, to lasers, to labs, the science classes proved that scientific principles weren’t confined to the textbooks. The Humanities also broke away characters and events must spring from the pages of the textbook and come to life. Advanced Placement History suc- ceeds in bringing alive the past and preparing the students for the future. The course is a two year program in which the ultimate goal is to prepare for and pass the AP exam. If the exam is passed, participating students usu- ally receive some college credit. This underlying aspect is a constant factor [ Certain techniques, although used as “fillers,” I est and get the classes thinking on their own. increase inter- com the confines of a book, with stu- dents experiencing theories in practice. In history as well as the art and music courses, the curriculum is not flat and one-dimensional. A creative approach brings them to life. History isn’t just a chronology of events — it's the people who made the events happen. For a teacher to come across as an interesting “historian,” in the class, where students must retain knowledge, and not just “know it for the test.” Aside from the eminent AP exam, the class concerned itself not only with events of America’s past, but how these events have made America what it is today. continued ABOVE: Mr. Bordak checks to see if Dan Gugliotta is carefully observing how much sodium nitrate is required for his experiment. RIGHT: A microscope proves to be an invaluable tool to Dina Berardicelli as she studies the prepared slides. 46 Math Science LEFT: Garbed in safety glasses, Paul Pietraska and Mike Denino carefully heat potassium permanganate with the bunsen burner. ABOVE: An essential technique in Bio lab is the preparation of a wet mount slide. Carol Richardson makes her first attempt to master this skill. With a kaleidoscope of geometry answers swirling around his head, Pat Popola selects the right answer to the question. Math Science 47 Brought back from the past of a Southern plantation, Aaron Applegate reminisces about his pre-war prosperity to modern day reporter, John Kiernan. ABOVE: Caught in the act, Kit Hampson realizes that she has been discovered. With numbers dancing in her head instead of notes, Kit uses her music stand as a desk for her Algebra homework. LEFT: Amidst the commotion of the beginning of his 6th period band class, Mr. Ketterer attempts to take attendance. ABOVE: Shading is an art technique that creates three dimensional objects on two dimensional paper. Ray Ginman uses his pencil to emphasize depth and perspective in an otherwise “flat” world. LEFT: Armed only with a scalpel and her imagination, Donna Modzelewski recre- ates her favorite rock star in clay. 48 Humanities _______(Sounds From The Past humanities In Harmony With The Future As Paul La Plante remarked, “You can vary from the normal course of study and talk about current events.” The course Is not restrictive, although a definite class plan is fol- lowed over the two year period. How- ever, role playing, debates and class discussions broke up the routine. As Ms. Sutherland indicated, “No two days, classes, or chapters are ever the same.” While history involves the people who make events, humanities also includes the people who make art and music. Geared for both the instrumen- talist and vocalist, the music courses provided a wide variety of musical knowledge for students. Theory and harmony, which is a study of musical composition, and musical survey which concentrated on the history of music, were taught by Mr. Ketterer. He emphasized, “Music is always reflect- ing the society of its time.” Besides learning just the basics of music, stu- dents were taught how to care for their voices. Mrs. Helwig was in charge of all vocal classes, from theater voice to voice training. Beauty culture, home economics ( No two days, classes, or j chapters are ever the k same. ) and industrial arts are the training grounds for applicable skills. Students taking these courses have the opportu- nity to get all the mistakes out of their systems. The uneven woodshop pro- ject, the flat blueberry muffins and the haircut gone wrong may seem to be a waste of time, but one mistake can teach a lot. By the time students in beauty cul- ture were seniors, and working with actual customers, mistakes were few and far between. For two years the beauty culture students spent their class time learning both the practical and theoretical side of hairstyling. Three days a week, seniors trans- formed the class into a beauty salon. The students’ interest in class branched out into Stylists of continued Southern belle Laureen Drwal demonstrates to her AP History I class that slave Brett Klaproth is waterproof. Humanities 49 ups|Ni DOWNS Proving that men aren't helpless in the kitchen, Mark Del- Sometimes two hands aren’t enough. In for her weekly wash and style, Mrs. Barnesburg Gado and Ron Monaghan prepare a bowl of ambrosia. lends a helping hand while Gina Cascais sets her hair. Patty Taormina carefully follows instructions for cutting out her size. One slight slip of the hand could mean disaster for Andy Par- ish's metal shop project. Mr. Cserr checks to make sure that the lathe is running smoothly. 50 Applicable Skills APPLICABLE SKILLS Concentration and dexterity are necessary for Tom Gunia to successfully operate the drill press. Sayreville. Through this club, students were able to sell beauty products. Just as a little too much dye will ruin the final product, so will adding too much sugar to a recipe or sewing up the wrong seam of a garment. In home economics, these miscalcu- lations made the difference between a “masterpiece” and a “flop.” The class managed to provide deterrents against careless mistakes, since students in cooking had to taste the food they pre- pared. Mrs. Newton summed up home economics aptly. “We don’t get a per- fect product everyday.” Industrial arts shared the fail-suc- cess syndrome with beauty culture and home economics. After much practice and work, students became adept at their particular concentration. From I We don’t get a perfect | I product everyday. woodshop to graphics, students strived for the best. Striving for perfec- tion left little margin for error. Once out in the working world, avoiding mistakes became more vital. The transition from being a student to making a living is a rude awakening for some students. Ill-prepared for the responsibilities of a career, they' find themselves unable to deal with the demands of their jobs. The COE and CIE programs, as well as the Marketing and Distribution program, offered on- the-job experience in order to polish those skills necessary to be an accom- plished employee. By using their business and clerical knowledge in real situations, Coopera- tive Office Education seniors were able to taste the business life, with all its benefits and pitfalls. Just because the students weren’t working in the class- room, didn’t mean that they could slack off. In fact, continued LEFT: Beauty culture students, eager to embark upon their careers, receive tips on getting their licenses from beauty expert Joe Tucci. Applicable Skills 51 Working at the information desk in the office of Superior Products, Kathy Hartman finds her day full as she schedules another tour of the plant. ABOVE: Steve Kieselowsky adjusts the drill press to the precise setting to bore a straight hole. RIGHT: Bill Lehman uses a metal planer to remove sharp edges from his project. 52 Vocational Education VOCATIONAL EDUCATION In The Classroom It’s One Thing, But... brief encounter deoronce 50% of their grades were based on evaluations by their employers. The Cooperative Industrial Educa- tion program offered seniors the opportunity to get paid for learning such trades as surveying, engineering, printing, welding, and carpentry. Mr. Cserr felt that the experience was worthwhile “because it gives interested students the opportunity to see first- hand the types of work and the work- ing conditions. Likewise, the Marketing and Distrib- ution program gives students the chance to earn money while they’re learning, commented Mr. Schmeyer, the course instructor. This course is taken in three parts, beginning in the sophomore year. By senior year, the students could get employment experi- ence to apply what was learned in class. Of course, working with a cash register in the classroom is one thing, but with ten impatient customers wait- ing in line, it became a bit more compli- cated. The benefits of the program were easily summed up by senior Chris DiPoalo, “It’s an invaluable experience because it teaches you everything you need to know about running a busi- ness. Learning more about courses helps to push aside misconceptions. This type of information is much needed in phys ed and special ed. Specialized areas of education sometimes get a bad name. People who really don’t understand what they’re about, or who don’t care enough, often shelter misconceptions. Two misunderstood courses are physi- cal education and special education. Physical education needs a new public relations person. It has always been a course which boasted, or so some said, of sadistic gym teachers who thought they were teaching a con- tortionist convention. Realistically, though, this just isn’t true. The course had energetic and enthusiastic teach- ers, who tried to make students as ath- letically sound as possible. No matter what, at one time or another., one student has hated the at- continued Men's shirts are not a source of interest for everyone. However, after a clearance sale, Kathy Fig has to rearrange the mess made by customers. ( It gives students the chance to earn money while they learn. Vocational Education 53- UPS N DOWNS ABOVE: Spaghetti dinners would not be com- plete without Italian garlic bread. Patrick Fergu- son slices the loaf into enough pieces for every- one. RIGHT: Executing a difficult back “some requires Coaches Barnes and Zaleski to lend a hand spotting. In a corner of the gym, an exciting game of basketball is underway. The shot is blocked by guard Tom Haltli as George Uhrig attempts to lob it into the basket. Typing over a rough copy, Lynn Moroz rushes to complete her report on the Chinese New Year. 54 Phys Ed Special Ed PHYS ED SPECIAL ED special People Tackle Daily Ups-n-Downs hletic activity being done more “than anything in the world.” As one harried line soccer warrior commented, “A soccer ball in the face can permanently alter one’s features.” But there was always another student who believed firmly that there was nothing more enjoyable than that same activity. In other words, since the phys ed department had to teach an entire school of diverse personalities, the priority. The students planned ahead by familiarizing themselves with mar- ketable skills. Their Christmas Bazaar was a chance for them to get accus- tomed to dealing with customers. It was a varied program, and each student had a personal favorite class. The class was a fun group of people, who demonstrated their warmth and friendliness to the rest of the school. As phys ed and special ed cater to A soccer ball in the face can permanently alter one’s features. course had unique ups-n-downs for every single student. Ups-n-downs were a part of the spe- cial group of people who populated D- 9. These students, an integral part of the school, existed independently, yet were involved in every aspect of stu- dent life. The students tackled the daily prob- lems of academics with their teacher, Mrs. Gola. Courses ranged from math to home economics, with many courses sandwiched in between them. Mrs. Sforza helped to bring out cre- ative talents, while Mrs. Newton intro- duced sewing and cooking. Rounding out their curriculum, the students enjoyed such courses as wood shop and physical education. As is the case with most high school students, future vocations received top individual student needs, so do the Middlesex County Adjunct High School of the Arts and the Gifted and Talented program. Two new curricular programs were added to the Sayreville roster this year. The Middlesex County Adjunct High School of the Arts, and the Gifted and Talented program were both designed for the students who wanted more than the average curriculum. The MCAC was created for students continued BELOW: The perfect dessert is the final course for a complete dinner. Nanette Masters prepares chocolate cupcakes to top off a fine meal. A “not so perfect mixer demands closer atten- tion from Mark Battiato. A handstand comes easy for Angela Jones as spotter Gina Cascais holds her steady. Phys Ed Special Ed 55 UPS N DOWNS Three of Sayreville's students attained success through their election into the Middlesex County College Adjunct High School program for Creative Writers. Hedy Roma. Lori Drohan, and Kris Gorka discuss expectations of their first weekly session. Students Branch Out who excelled in any of six categories. Mrs. Gelsinon was the teacher liason for Sayreville. and of the 42 hopefuls who tried out, 5 made it. The three from the high school were Lori Drohan, ------------------------------ If there’s something that really interests you, which is rare in school, you can follow through. ______________________________ Kris Gorka, and Hedy Roma, who were all admitted on the basis of their cre- ative writing prowess. Participants in the program studied under experts renowned in their fields. All three of the girls agreed that the program helped further their writing abilities. The Gifted and Talented Program was also aimed at exceptional stu- dents. Candidates for GAT were evalu- ated by parents and teachers, and were also administered a creativity Marjorie Streimer gets a charge out of her Gifted and Talented project involving the effec- tiveness of television commercials. test. Once accepted in the program, students go to work on projects related to one of their courses. Ed Melee worked on an updated version of Ham- let. He commented, If there’s some- thing that really interests you, which is rare in school, you can follow through. Karen Hummel set out to write a novel on juvenile delinquency entitled Tried and Sentenced. She researched carefully, and interviewed numerous authorities on juvenile delin- quency. Karen had thought of the pro- ject before, but the GAT program offered a channel through which I could get it done. There are 1500 different students at Sayreville and the curriculum has been carefully designed to accommodate each and very one. You’ll spend nearly 2,000 hours in class during high school in order to prepare for the years ahead, and eventually you’ll appreciate it. You’ll need more than sheer determi- nation when you decide you’re going to be a journalist, industrial worker or businessman, and high school aca- demics is where it all begins. 56 GAT MCAC With a sense of bewilderment, Lori LaBranche wonders when the point will finally be made. Three minutes can be a long time. Kathy McCloud and Jacalyn Bouchard wait for what seems like an “eternity for the bell to ring. Although the Canterbury Tales were written centuries ago, some modern day humor can still be found in it. Mrs. Coppinger and her class enjoy a laugh over an amusing line. While in the library for a class, Jerry Giordano. Greg Dwyer, and Gerard Porpora complete the day's assignment. GAT MCAC 57 ATHLETICS 58 Athletics The year in sports is never without its fluctuating series of ups and downs. Every season, no matter what the sport, has its share of highlights and disasters. Sure, winning is an up and losing is a down, but there’s more to each season than triumphs and defeats. There were personal apexes like crossing the finish line in record-breaking time, or kicking another goal in the wan- ing moments of the game. It felt great to jump off the parallel bars after a flawless routine, or to serve another ace in a close tennis match. Then there were the disap- pointing moments too, like being pinned to a wrestling mat, or being knocked on your backside at the 40-yard line. You could hurt a lot more than your pride if you weren’t careful. Of course, we like to think that the ups always outweighed the downs in any given season. The Bomber football team, for instance, has finally proven to be on the rise, while the Boys’ Cross Country team shows no signs of ever coming down. It was easy to pick the highlights of any season, whether you were on the field or in the stands. From a spectator’s point of view, there were always enough pep rallies, cheerleaders, and confetti to keep everybody up, even if the team went down. And whether it was the first game of the season, or the last match of tournament play, we could expect the ups and downs to vary from moment to moment. We took the harshest losses with the greatest victories, always keeping in mind the old truism: It doesn’t matter whether you win or lose — but winning is better. TOP RIGHT: That winning feeling is clearly illus- trated by the faces of the victorious Sayreville Field Hockey team. RIGHT: Just hanging around” at gymnastics practice. Athletics 59 UPS N DOWNS: “Big Macs®-Another 3rd! “Perfection was part of the reason for the successful 10-2 record of the Gymnastics team. As might be expected, Coach Hefelfinger was “ecstatic” about the great season. Despite the loss of a few key team members, individual championships continued to come easy for the team. Senior Captain Tony D’Arpa amassed a total of 22 second places, including second in vaulting at the State Section- als and Finals. Tony felt the season was very rewarding for him individually, and for the team as well. “After four years on the team, this has proven to be my best. I’m really proud of myself and the team for holding up all the school records.” Junior Mike Saltzman also turned in a sensational performance, winning a total of ten medals in the Central Jer- sey sectionals and the State Finals. Saltzman was content with his show- ing, noting that experience has helped: “I have improved since last year, when I placed in only one event at the Finals. This year I held my 2nd place in the floor exercises, and added a 3rd place on the high bar, a 5th place on the pommel horse, and a 5th place in vaulting.” Mike racked up a total of 383 points, the most points ever achieved by a gymnast in a single sea- son. Unfortunately for the Bombers, jun- r BOYS' GYMNASTICS A SWMHS OPPONENT 95 Ridgewood 76 99 Hunterdon Central 87 94 Raritan 84 j 94 Monmouth Regional 76 94 Montclair 68 100 St. Peter’s Prep 85 95 Columbia 101 103 Henry Hudson 73 100 East Brunswick 118 104 Middletown North 73 104 Middletown South 65 104 Toms River East 91 3rd State Team Championships Final Record 10-2 1980 60 Boys’ Gymnastics ior Mike Wasko was able to participate in only three meets before a dislocated shoulder ended his season early. Coach Hef thought the Bombers were pretty fortunate to come home with a trophy” from the State Finals without the help of Wasko. Coach Hef resorted to new strate- gies to get top performances from his gymnasts. The October 23 meet against Henry Hudson was dubbed “Big Mac Night.” Any team member who broke a personal record was treated to a Big Mac by Coach Hef. When the meet was over, Hefelfinger was proud to announce that 17 Big Macs had been earned by the team. Hefelfinger thought the season was an outstanding one. “We placed third in the States for two consecutive sea- sons and that’s an accomplishment!” Strength and balance are shown as Mike Saltz- man performs a “V” seat on the floor. Not as simple as it looks! Tim Wiamer reverses his grip and changes his direction to conquer the high bar. BOYS GYMNASTICS: FRONT ROW: Tim Wiamer. Mark Loniewski, Steve Szabo, Joe During. BACK ROW: Brian Ust. Jeff Cutrona. Tony D'Arpa, Mike Saltzman. Mike Wasko. With upper arm strength and dexterity, Brian Ust performs the difficult scissors on the pommel horse. To avoid injury, the gymnasts put on various wraps as Coach Hefelfinger stands by knowing that you can't win with an unhealthy team. Powerful Tony D’Arpa defies gravity holding a planche for the required amount of time. Boys'Gymnastics 61 It looks so easy! Lana Gilbert straddles high above the horse. No obstacle is too great for Donna Rytel as she balances herself on a 4 beam. A tight grip is necessary for Sheri Twardy to kip up to In order to land on her feet, Lisa Kennedy must tuck at precisely the right moment during a back the upper bar. some. Some people see the world upside down. Joni Mayer gets her view doing a back handspring. 62 Girls’ Gymnastics GIRLS’ GYMNASTICS: FRONT ROW: Valerie McVeigh, Elaine VanWoeart, Lisa Kennedy. Laura Sullivan, Mary Ellen Campbell, Kerry Fen- stermaker. Mgr. SECOND ROW: Vickie Laikow- ski, Mgr., Donna Rytel. Sheri Twardy, Lana Gil- bert, Denise Marsh, Coach Rudge. BACK ROW: Linda Pietraszka, Joni Mayer. Donna Schneider, Allison Bremer. r GIRLS’ GYMNASTICS N SWMHS OPPONENT 91 Ridgewood 78 64 Carteret 82 74 Franklin Twp. 79 64 Highland Park 81 84 Bridgewater West 77 97 East Brunswick 86 89 Madison Central 87 52 S.A. St. Mary's 84 83 Cedar Ridge 89 92 J. P. Stevens 83 5th V County Championships Final Record 5-5 1980 J See-Sawing To An Even Record Hard work ... enthusiasm . . . unfortunate injuries..These were the thoughts that came to Linda Rudge’s mind when reflecting on the Girls’ Gymnastics team. More than any other team, the girls truly had a season of ups and downs. The biggest letdown was a leg injury to team captain Donna Rytel. The injury kept her out of half of the meets, but she still managed to break the school record on the uneven parallel bars with a score of 8.3. The highlight of the season was a tough meet against Madison Central that “see- sawed back and forth through three events.” The girls refused to give in and pulled out an impressive victory by the narrow margin of 89 to 87. The team excelled as a group as well as individually. Freshman Joni Mayer broke two school records, with an 8.35 on the balance beam and an 8.5 on the floor. Joni placed an all-around third in the County Tournament. The team as a whole had a new scoring record of 97, beating the old record by 13 points. The Girls’ Gymnastics team certainly had its share of good days and bad days, as was reflected by a final record of 5-5 and a fifth place in the County Tournament. Donna Schneider comes off a somersault on the beam and strikes a pose to add the final touch. Girls' Gymnastics 63 UPS DOWNS: Young, Fresh Ready To Play VARSITY SOCCER SWMHS OPPONENT 1 J. P. Stevens 4 2 S.A. St. Mary’s 1 3 Perth Amboy 6 5 South River 3 1 East Brunswick 4 0 Cedar Ridge 3 0 Edison 7 1 J. F. Kennedy 0 2 Carteret 7 0 New Brunswick 4 0 Woodbridge 4 0 Hoffman 1 0 Madison Central 9 1 Colonia 0 2 Spotswood 3 5 East Brunswick Vo-Tech 1 1 Matawan 3 Final Record 5-12 1980 This year’s Varsity Soccer season did not end up quite the way Coach Hudock had hoped, as the team posted a disappointing 5-12 record for the year. Captains Frank Soliecito, Ed Melee and John Roros were very effective all season long, but the Bombers were hampered by a series of injuries which left the team rather weak especially at the goalie position. Although seniors Soliecito and Melee will not return in ’81, Roros, who was voted to the 2nd Team — All Conference in Middlesex County, will return to his position as captain. Along with Roros, six other underclassmen will be returning to next year’s Varsity squad. The most memorable game of the season was a tough 1-0 victory against JFK, which remained scoreless for three quarters before a Sayreville goal won it in the fourth. Probably the most important thing that the team gained this year was experience. Coach Hudock explained that “we had a lot of fresh, young play- ers, so we’re actually in a rebuilding process.’’ After a shot on goal, Jeff Connors reaches in vain to protect the Sayreville net. Varsity Soccer Pursued by the J. F. Kennedy defense, John Roros fights to control the ball while looking To clear a path to the goal, two of Sayreville's front line- to pass to Frank Sollecito. men must act like linebackers. His eye on the ball, Ed Melee winds up for a long shot on goal. Varsity Soccer 65 A Blue Ripple A Big BlueWave vw espite a 4-8-4 record, first year I ■ Coach James Inman was nonetheless pleased with the performance of this year’s JV Soccer team. According to Coach Inman ‘‘attendance was super and everybody was enthusiastic.” Inman explained the team’s mislead- ing record by noting that Varsity Coach Hudock often took many of the JV players and used them on the Varsity squad. In fact, Hudock once used eight JV players in a Varsity game against East Brunswick Vo-Tech, and still won by a decisive 5-1 margin. On the plus side for the JV team, however, was the team’s defensive play. No opponent scored more than two goals against the Bombers all year. Coach Inman felt the overall season was a good one. Most important of all, he said, was that he saw a lot of improvement with the team as the sea- son progressed, calling them, “a blue ripple that turned into a big blue wave.” To start a winning team from scratch may seem impossible, but Coaches Loupassakis and Sunski turned a group of inexperienced players into a victorious 5-3-4 team. “When those kids started the sea- son, they had no experience at all,” remarked Coach Sunski. Freshmen proved to be the key players! Patty Clyde was the leading scorer, followed by classmate Chris Romel. Sophomore goalie Chris Mormak had 25 saves to her credit and also played on the var- sity team. Ironically enough, it was a squad marked by inexperience that was responsible for restoring glory and dig- nity to this Bomber team. SWMHS OPPONENT SWMHS OPPONENT 0 J. P. Stevens 1 0 S.A. St. Mary’s 1 1 Perth Amboy 2 2 South River 2 0 East Brunswick 0 1 Cedar Ridge 2 1 Edison 2 2 J. F. Kennedy 0 3 Carteret 1 4 New Brunswick 0 0 Woodbridge 2 0 Madison Central 2 0 Colonia 1 2 Spotswood 2 1 Matawan 1 Final Record 3-8-4 1 1980 V J i In a cloud ot dust, the ball takes oft as Kevin Kiernan attacks a corner kick. Concentration on the part of Cathy Smith enables her to make an accurate pass to a teammate. 66 JV Soccer JV Field Hockey JV FIELD HOCKEY SWMHS OPPONENT 0 Cranford 2 1 Monroe 0 1 South Brunswick 0 0 Highland Park 0 1 South River 2 0 Monroe Twp. 0 2 East Brunswick 0 1 Union 0 0 Middletown South 2 0 Westfield 0 1 Middletown North 0 0 South River 0 Final Record 5-3-4 1980 In a struggle for control, Chris Romel must elude a persistent South River forward. Although surprised by the speed of the ball heading for the net, goalie Mike Caruso still makes a fine save. Near the goal, an overpowering Sayreville offense threatens to score again. JV SOCCER: FRONT ROW: Paul Soto, Jeff Rosenblum, Mike Brady, Mike Caruso, Kevin Kiernan, Gary Mazzarella, Ken Dwyer. BACK ROW: Matt Pachkowski, Joe Cooney. Ron Mat- thews, Mark Newcomer, Phil McCutcheon, Coach Inman, Dave Christensen, Bob Khan, Jim Gallagher, Neil Cohen, Brian Flah- erty. JV FIELD HOCKEY: FRONT ROW: Patty Clyde, Tara O’Con- nell, Caryn Lukie, Chris Mormak, Chris Romel, Cathy Smith, Karen Zupko. BACK ROW: Kathy Esposito, Dana Connors, Judy Lockwood, Kathy Jones, Arlene Clark, Cindy Allman, Mgr., Ellen Lockwood, Mgr., Coach Sunski, Judy Berardicelli, Mgr. JV Soccer JV Field Hockey 67 UPS N DOWNS Goalie Judy Kalicki is the last barrier between a Madison Central forward and the goal. Two minutes to go, tie score! A desperate lunge by Cindy Scavone is Sayreville’s last chance for victory. VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY: FRONT ROW: Cindy Scavone, Patty Lynch, Stephanie Gumas, Judy Kalicki, Sue Brower, Shelly Sabine. Cindy Kiyak. BACK ROW: Coach Lou, Lori Szczepanik, Tricia Sweeney, Doreen Savona, Carol Kowzan, Dot Burbank. Gina Bruno, Nancy McFeeley. Before the start of another grueling field hockey game, Coach Lou gets down to the basics with attentive team members. 68 Varsity Field Hockey The varsity offense advances up the field, blocking the East Brunswick defense. Playing Until The Last Whistle If a team’s success can be judged by improvement and desire, then the Var- sity Field Hockey season was more than successful. Unfortunately, Coach Loupassakis had only four returning Varsity mem- bers to lead the team: Dot Burbank, Cindy Scavone, the top scorer with eight goals, goalie Judy Kalicki, who had over 100 saves, and Sue Brower, who received the honor of being named to the Middlesex County Field Hockey First Team. Sue Brower and Stephanie Gumas were team captains and lent spirit to the whole group. During the first few games of the season, the team faced opponents like Cranford, Westfield, and Middletown South, all ranked in the State’s top twenty. “These games proved to be the only ones where our inexperience was obvious. But we reorganized and held each of these teams to scoreless second halves,’’ noted Coach Lou. The remaining losses were all by two goals or less, and each game showed improvement as well as “an attitude of playing hard until the last whistle. Although the Varsity Field Hockey team never really “peaked, compiling a record of only 3-8-5, the girls showed that success is indicated not only by the score, but also by the team’s deter- mination. VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY SWMHS OPPONENT 0 Cranford 5 1 Monroe 0 1 South Brunswick 1 0 Highland Park 1 1 South River 3 1 Monroe Twp. 1 0 Scotch Plains 0 0 East Brunswick 1 2 Union 2 0 Middletown South 4 0 Westfield 2 0 Middletown North 2 0 South River 0 2 Matawan 1 2 Metuchen 0 1 Monroe 2 Final Record 3-8-5 1980 Jj Varsity Field Hockey 69 UPS N DOWNS: With a firm grip on the ball, halfback John Kraivec charges up the field after receiving the kick. On a draw play, Keith Conlon conceals the ball while the East Brunswick defense pursues the wrong man. Runningback Ray Kreiger runs confidently alongside a Sayreville blocker about to cut for the end zone. Before the start of a home football game, team captain Greg Dwyer displays sportsmanship, shaking the hand of East Brunswick quarterback Dave Fledman. VARSITY FOOTBALL: FRONT ROW: Bob Schiereck, Mario Mascali, Ray Kreiger, Greg Dwyer, John Kraivec. SECOND ROW: Steve Cunha, Mark McSpadden, Doug Haley, Jim Nycz, Brian Anthony, Ed Nemin- ski. BACK ROW: Glen Lazo, Doug Ryan, Terry Cooney, Gary Aich, Scott D’Aloia, Mike Reagan. Close to a touchdown against Colonia, wingback John Mininno gives careful instructions to the offensive line. Finally! Taken Seriously! They’re taking more pride in what they do,” explained Coach Barnes, in reference to the Varsity Football team’s encourag- ing season. After having won only two games in the last three years, the Bombers matched that total this season. By win- ning twice and salvaging a tie with Colonia at the Homecoming game, the Bombers showed a great deal of prom- ise. The team’s losses were all by much narrower margins than in the previous seasons. After 3 years, the Bombers were finally being recognized as a team to be taken seriously. The Bombers are getting a lot better, but Coach Barnes conceded that they’re “still not there yet.” Captains Ray Kreiger, Mario Mascali, and Greg Dwyer proved invaluable to the team. Kreiger had five interceptions this sea- son and Coach Barnes boasted that Mascali was “the best linebacker in the county.” Barnes also noted that every week the team “played a little better than the week before.” The team's first win in more than a year, against Edison, was a great inspiration. The offense, under Coach Tyszkiewicz, scored 22 points in the game and the defense racked up 12 of their own, for a 34-8 victory. More important than anything else was the fact that the Bombers were never out of a game all year. For the first time in years, the team showed real potential. This potential was real- ized not only by opponents, but by weekly newspaper coverage as well. Even with a 2-6-1 record, this season finally brought some respect back to Sayreville. Bomber victories have been too scarce for too long. This year indi- cated the start of a great turnaround. The Sayreville offense fights for every inch, only yards away from a touchdown. r VARSITY FOOTBALL - SWMHS OPPONENT 0 East Brunswick 14 3 J. F. Kennedy 10 34 Edison 8 6 Colonia 6 12 J. P. Stevens 13 0 Madison Central 27 0 Woodbridge 7 17 Cedar Ridge 7 1 10 South River 20 V Final Record 2-6-1 1980 J Varsity Football 71 Only A TD Away! Last year’s sophomores moved up to the JV Football team ‘‘to keep up their winning tradition,” remarked Coach Len Zaleski, as the team posted an even 4-4 record for the year. Led by captains Wayne Locklin and Dennis Mascali, the JV team won their first three games before encountering some difficulties later in the season. Quarterback Randy Borup was also a major contributor to the Bomber effort. Paul D’Arpa played halfback for both the sophomore and JV teams, and Tony Esposito was tight end for both squads. The team probably looked best during their 44-0 rout of JFK on October 13. The sophomore team, though not as strong as last year, played extremely well together. ‘‘They’re showing a lot of heart and are playing to the best of their ability,” noted head Coach Mike Giordano. Led by quarterback Paul Ortiz and tackle Glen Brego, the Bom- bers finished the season with a 2-3-1 record, winning their most exciting game against Woodbridge by a 32-20 victory. The rest of the games were all very close, and the team never lost by more than a touchdown. Coach Zaleski was very optimistic about the future of both teams: ‘‘The teams are always getting better and I’m seeing a lot of good, quality foot- ball players coming from Sayreville.” Randy Borup resists defensive pressure as he struggles to gain extra yardage. SOPHOMORE FOOTBALL SWMHS 6 Edison OPPONENT 12 7 Perth Amboy 12 13 Piscataway 31 32 Woodbridge 20 12 Colonia 12 14 J. F. Kennedy 7 Final Record 2-3-1 1980 y JV FOOTBALL OPPONENT East Brunswick 13 J. F. Kennedy 0 Edison 6 Colonia 22 J. P. Stevens 6 Madison Central 7 Woodbridge 18 Cedar Ridge 8 Final Record 4-4 1980 While Paul Ortiz searches for a receiver, he avoids the impending blitz. JV FOOTBALL: FRONT ROW: Randy Borup, Paul Pietraszka. Dennis Mascali, Ron Steiner, Keith Conlon, Joe Kearney. SECOND ROW: Mark Ladzinski, Danny Carlo, Dale Raub, John Mininno, Tom Dunn, Chris Samuel. BACK ROW: Coach Giordano, Mark Rasimowitz, Tom Olsen, Todd McGrath, Wayne Locklin, Mike Cook, Bill Zeyen, Coach Zaleski. SOPHOMORE FOOTBALL: FRONT ROW: Joe Brand. Glenn Brego, Paul D'Arpa, Tom Battaglia. SECOND ROW: Dan Prevoznak, Glenn Jeannette, Frank Auriemmo, Steve Mahn, Ron Miara. BACK ROW: Coach Giordano, John Zaczek, Paul Ortiz, Ken Rudy, Ray Miara, Tony Esposito, Coach Zaleski. Prepared for attack, Sayreville stampedes the John F. Kennedy offensive unit. Listening intently to the coaches’ strategy, the football players prepare for a winning day. After a touchdown, place kicker Joe Brand attempts to leave the oppos- ing team with undesirable field position. Rushing sensation Paul D’Arpa leaves all defenders in his tracks as he rumbles across the field to a 32-20 victory over Woodbridge. JV Football Sophomore Football 73 UPS DOWNS 3 In s. 5 min. To Triumph Kim Twardy must react with the utmost concen- tration to make a successful return to her Wood- bridge opponent in what was a 3-2 victory. The enthusiasm was always there, and we had a good time. That’s important, too.” Coach Maurer did not seem too disap- pointed about the Girls’ Varsity Tennis season. The girls managed to keep their spirits up despite a dismal 5-16 record for the season. Captains Kim Twardy and Renee Castrorao, both returning seniors, led the team in first doubles. Veteran player Dawn Sutter competed in first singles. The best record on the team was 7-6-1, held by the doubles team of Ann Moskwa and Sandy Unkel. One of the most memorable matches of the season involved Debbie Landsberg and her second singles Woodbridge opponent. The two girls struggled through a grueling three hour, five minute match. After losing the first set, Debbie won 7-4 and 7-3 tie breakers to capture the next 2 sets, and the match. The victory proved to be vital, as Sayreville beat Woodbridge 3-2. Reflecting on the season, Coach Maurer noted that the team worked hard and improved over the course of the season. ‘‘The girls never gave up on themselves when they were playing and never gave up on the other team members. They always rooted for each other.” Standing behind the base line, captain Renee Castrorao blasts another long return against her opponent's consistent serve. GIRLS’ TENNIS: FRONT ROW: Debbie Landsberg. Renee Castrorao, Linda Munoz, Kim Twardy. SECOND ROW: Betsy Klein, Dawn Sutter, Ann Moskwa, Jackie Albany. BACK ROW: Coach Maurer, Kirstin Heise, Barb Herbert, Sandy Unkel, Mar- itsa Sideris, Mgr. ' Tennis GIRLS’ TENNIS SWMHS OPPONE 3 Perth Amboy 2 ' 2 Colonia 4’ 2 1 Cedar Ridge 4 1 Madison Central 4 1 J. P. Stevens 4 5 East Brunswick 0 2 J. F. Kennedy 3 2 Edison 3 3 Woodbridge 2 4 Perth Amboy 1 1 Edison 4 0 Colonia 5 1 S.A. St. Mary's 4 1 Cedar Ridge 4 0 J. P. Stevens 5 0 Madison Central 5 1 East Brunswick 4 1 J. F. Kennedy 4 2 Woodbridge 3 1 South River 4 2 Carteret 1 Final Record 5-16 1980 With superb form, Dawn Sutter steadies herself to return the ball as she wins another point in a fatiguing singles match. ABOVE: After two hours of play and a 7-3 tie breaker, Debbie Landsberg returns the first serve of what was to be the final hour of play. RIGHT: The changing shadows on the court indicate the endurance Betsy Klein must main- tain during another long match. As Sandy Schiller eases across the finish line, she grabs the stick establishing her personal best. It’s a lonely time for Marybeth Jones as she takes the race in stride. “The Best Looking Team” Fantastic underclassmen” were the key to success for the Girls’ Cross Country team this year, according to Coach William Doll. Captain Ellen Briody was sidelined by appendicitis when the season was only two weeks old, and the rest of the team had to work hard to remain in contention. In fact, two of the top five Bomber runners were freshmen. One of them was Kate Briody, Ellen’s younger sister. Kate was voted to the 1st Team, All Conference, finishing 14th in the County Championships and 22nd in the State Competition. Kate considered her performance to be part of a family tradition”, and admitted that part of her motivation was simply to beat her older sister. Although Ellen’s appendicitis kept her from running for over five weeks, she was still selected for the 2nd Team, All Conference. Among the other top run- ners on the team were Kate Clarke, Laureen Drwal, and freshman Gayle Kupcha. The season itself was an exciting one, with a one-point victory over Edi- son being one of the more memorable meets. The toughest opponents were probably Madison who lost one meet, and East Brunswick who went unde- feated. The Bombers’ 8-6-0 record was enough to finish 5th in the county, and go on to take 7th place in the State Championships. Coach Doll’s final statement gave credit where it was due, while adding an innocent bit of self-appraisal: This is the second year in a row that we’ve had the best look- ing team in the county and the best looking coach.” S' GIRLS' CROSS COUNTRY ■ SWMHS OPPONENT 15 Colonia 60 33 Carteret 25 15 South River 50 41 Madison Central 18 15 Perth Amboy 50 31 Woodbridge 26 27 Highland Park 32 1 15 S.A. St. Mary's 50 15 St. Peter’s 44 28 Edison 29 30 Cedar Ridge 25 21 J. P. Stevens 43 33 J. F. Kennedy 22 40 East Brunswick 18 9th County Championships 7th State Sectionals V Final Record 8-6 1980 J 76 Girls'Cross Country GIRLS' CROSS COUNTRY: FRONT ROW: Lauren McHugh, Laureen Drwal, Terri Kearney, Kate Briody, Kate Clarke, Elaine Michel. BACK ROW: Ann Marie Macaluso. Jackie Bouchard, Georgina Macaluso, Gayle Kupcha, Sandy Schiller, Cathy Drwal, Lisa Mitrosky, Liz De Biase, Marybeth Jones, Coach Doll. On your marks, get set, go! The girls' cross country team takes oft to another good start. In the last leg of the 3.1 mile race, Kate Briody pushes herself a little harder to reach the finish line ahead of Edison. As she increases her pace, Kate Clarke leaves her opponent far behind. Feared Throughout The State One Bomber team that is feared throughout the entire state is the Boys’ Cross Country team. The Sayreville team has always had a reputation for excellence, and this year was certainly no exception. The team won thirteen- meets with- out a loss, extending their unbeaten streak to forty. In post-season compe- tition, the Bombers progressed farther than ever before. After winning the Central Jersey Group IV title, they placed fifth in the Group IV state com- petition. Their string of forty consecu- tive wins is a county record, and they are also the only county team to ever win both the Middlesex County and Group IV titles. The team’s talent has been recog- nized individually as well. Joe Longo, Greg Faczak, and John Kiernan were all named to the First Team All-Confer- ence. Longo and Kiernan were also selected for the First Team All-County, while Faczak was a member of the County second team. ‘‘Underclassmen Walt Tomkoski and Steve Biancam- ano,” claimed Coach Carney, “have shown strong signs of future stardom.” Tomkoski was elected to the Third Team All-County along with Joe Semi- naro. Seniors Joe Longo and Greg Faczak, as well as four of the under- classmen, have already been approached by college officials with scholarship offers. Coach Carney insists, however, that the team can be even better. “We were hampered by numerous injuries,” he noted, and predicts greater success in the future. He admits that Sayreville has virtually no rivals locally, and is always working at maintaining that “state-wide respect” for which the Bombers are noted. Finishing first again, Joe Longo shows that Sayreville is truly 1. At the Middlesex County course, Steve Kirk finishes his 5000 meter race with his One after another, Walter Tomkoski and Joe Seminaro cross the fin- feet on familiar ground. ish line in another Sayreville shutout. Another team bites the dust! Sayreville’s dominance shows as the cross country team raises its record to 40-0. BOYS' CROSS COUNTRY - SWMHS OPPONENT 15 Cedar Ridge 45 16 Colonia 47 4th Steward Memorial 20 J. P. Stevens 36 16 South River Shore Coaches 46 5th Invitational 15 Madison Central 50 15 Perth Amboy 50 17 Woodbridge Essex Catholic 44 2nd Invitational 15 Highland Park 44 15 St. Peter’s 50 15 S.A. St. Mary’s 50 23 East Brunswick 34 1st County Championships 1st State Sectionals 5th State Groups Final Record 11-0 Y 1980 Boys’ Cross Country 79 UPS N DOWNS: It’s a tight race for Warren Luther as he fights to keep his position over his Edison opponent. BOYS' CROSS COUNTRY: FRONT ROW: Greg Faczak, Coach Car- ney. Walter Tomkoski, Joe Seminaro, Kurt Boehm, John Kiernan. BACK ROW: Steve Biancamano, Coach Smith, Tom Gunia, John Kulin, Brian Smith, Steve Kirk, Bob Gullo, Warren Luther, Tom Gilbert, Carl De Biase, Joe Longo. Done at last! John Kulin completes the final stretch of the tiring MCAC course. Breathing a sigh of relief, Steve Biancamano finishes the final race after a long day. 80 Boys' Cross Country They Came To Win The JV Wrestling team, like most JV teams, always faces the problem of losing experienced players to the Var- sity team. “A lot of the wrestlers have gained valuable experience for next year,” said an optimistic Coach Fischer, hoping to retain as many team members as possible. Although the team had only a 4-10 record, Bob Gullo placed first in the Novice Tournament and John Brady captured second place. The Bombers’ dismal record can be attributed to quite a few unwelcome forfeits which cost the team a lot of needed points. Losing was even tougher when there wasn’t anyone to compete in one or more of the twelve weight classes. As Coach Fischer indicated, ‘‘The guys were there to compete and to win, so they were understandably disap- pointed when they had to watch in vain as their team was defeated by for- feits.” Fortunately, the JV season had bet- ter moments. For example, one of the team’s four victories came against the arch-rival South River Rams, who were handed a rather ego-crushing 42-27 defeat. An up” like that helped make the downs more bearable. f SWMHS JV WRESTLING OPPONENT 48 S.A. St. Mary's 6 54 New Brunswick 18 42 South River 27 10 East Brunswick 64 9 Colonia 49 17 J. F. Kennedy 41 21 J. P. Stevens 51 36 Perth Amboy 42 12 Cedar Ridge 54 6 Madison Central 62 9 Edison 57 24 Highland Park 12 24 Woodbridge 49 15 North Brunswick 24 Final Record 4-10 1981 J With a look of ferocity. Terry O'Connor stalks his New Brunswick adversary. JV WRESTLING: FRONT ROW: John Brady, Vinnie Dechiara, Mike Caruso, Bob Gullo, Terry O’Connor, Tim McKeon. BACK ROW: Coach Fischer, Gary Mazzarella, Paul D'Arpa, Gregg Hig- gins, Dan Prevoznak, Joe Burzynski, Tim Blaszka, Joe Pena, Rich Vicari. JV Wrestling 81 tirapplers (irt Even The Bombers simply got tired of being wiped all over the mat. Two quick wins at the begin- ning of the season, and the first victory against JFK in four years proved that Sayreville's Varsity Wrestling team was finally a contender. The team won more matches than ever, compiling a respectable 7-9 record. Holiday spirit was escalated by a third place in the-Woodbridge Invita- tional Christmas tournament. Marc Mahalick earned a first place in the tournament in the 135-pound class, and second places were awarded to Matt Pachkowski, Ed Mahalick and Dennis Mascali in the 108-pound, 115- pound, and 122-pound classes, respectively. Although it was one of Sayreville’s best seasons ever, Coach Zaleski remarked that “injuries, especially Marc Mahalick’s knee, cost us at least three matches. Illnesses cost us a few more.’’ Coach Zaleski realized, how- ever, that this year’s improved season was a giant step forward for the team. “Even with the loss of three top seniors next year, we’ll have the varsity experi- ence needed for a winning season. It certainly looks like the Bombers will be keeping their shoulders off the mats from now on.’’ Agony! Mike Denino now has his opponent pinned after dominating the match. RIGHT: A hearty congratulations is always offered by Coach Zaleski to a wrestler who does his best. 82 Varsity Wrestling County favorite Marc Mahalick continues his winning ways by marauding his Greenbrook foe. VARSITY WRESTLING: FRONT ROW: Rob Anthony. Marc Mahalick. Mike Denino. Dennis Mascali, Ed Mahalick. Matt Pachkowski, Dan Gugliotta. BACK ROW: Coach Fischer, Coach Zaleski, Jim Simcox, Glen Lazo, Steve Goskowsky, Randy Litz, Robert Burns, Nadine Becker, Mgr., Adrienne Shapiro, Mgr., Sue Bufano, Mgr. Ail the hours of practice pay off! Matt Pachkowski executes his move swiftly as his opponent lays floundering, unable to resist. About to inflict pain upon his tangled opponent, Robert Burns brings his man down in a fury of energy. Glen Lazo seizes his opponent's arm before he is able to crawl out of bounds. C VARSITY WRESTLING SWMHS OPPONENT 64 S.A. St. Mary's 3 45 New Brunswick 16 25 South River 34 3rd Woodbridge Invitational 5 East Brunswick 52 20 Colonia 29 40 J. F. Kennedy 14 17 J. P. Stevens 31 49 ‘ Perth Amboy 13 15 Cedar Ridge 38 6 Madison Central 60 21 Greenbrook 36 3 Edison 53 33 Highland Park 22 43 Woodbridge 16 33 North Brunswick 28 27 Christian Bros. 29 Final Record 7-9 1981 v J Varsity Wrestling 83 Osborne's 1000th, Hefele's 1st This year the Boys’ Varsity Basket- ball team was faced with the frighten- ing prospect of starting over. With the resignation of Pat Dineen, Coach Steve Hefele took command of the team. The switch did not seem to affect their performance, as they fin- ished the year with a 10-9 record. Rather than putting together winning and losing streaks, team play fluctu- ated throughout the season. They racked up a decisive 72-61 victory against South River, only to lose to Perth Amboy 55-57 in a game Hefele said they really looked forward to. The coach also pointed out that in both games the team was psyched and played well as a result.” One of the season’s standout moments came on January 28 when Dan Ogborne broke through the 1000- point barrier in a game against J. P. Stevens. It was somewhat of a disap- pointment that Ogborne’s 1000th career point was not scored on his home court. Even worse though was the fact that a Bomber comeback fell just short, resulting in an 80-77 loss. Of course, the emphasis was on Ogborne’s milestone, and he was pre- sented with the 1000-point ball. Coach Hefele had the privilege of being team leader at the time: It’s some- thing Dan should always be proud of. The rest of the team maintained a comparable energy level. They placed well in the County Championships, los- ing only to top-ranked Perth Amboy in the final round of competition. Coach Hefele considered his first year as Varsity Basketball coach to be a memorable one: Since this was my first team, I’ll always remember it and appreciate the effort the guys gave me. I’m really proud to be associated with a great bunch of kids. High scorer Dan Ogborne leaps above his Perth Amboy opponent to add to his one thousand + career total. j 84 Boys' Varsity Basketball f BOYS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL SWMHS OPPONENT 48 Woodbridge 49 60 Edison 57 57 Colonia 58 66 J. P. Stevens 61 72 South River 61 70 J. F. Kennedy 57 63 East Brunswick 54 62 Perth Amboy 76 45 Madison Central 44 51 Woodbridge 55 67 Edison 53 71 Colonia 67 77 J. P. Stevens 80 69 J. F. Kennedy 58 55 East Brunswick 58 64 Cedar Ridge 56 69 S. A. St. Mary’s 76 55 Perth Amboy 57 53 Madison Central 54 Final Record 10-9 1981 v_________________________J After finding a clear path to the basket, Mike Tevis pulls up and shoots, evading a block from behind. BOYS' VARSITY BASKETBALL: FRONT ROW: Diann Hoover, Mgr , Dan Ogborne, Mike O’Hare, Jim Besso, George Lazo, Ed Czachur, Judy Krumbine. Mgr., Maureen Coyle. Mgr. BACK ROW: Coach Gilfillan, Mike Cook. Paul Ortiz. Fred Krumbine. Mike Kleinow, Mike Tevis, Coach Hefele. Undaunted by the onslaught of defenders, Fred Krumbine guards the ball as he prepares to shoot. Boys' Varsity Basketball 85 ups D°wNs After a fast break, Colleen Crozier executes a lay-up to score two more for Sayreville. GIRLS' JV BASKETBALL: FRONT ROW: Tara O'Connell, Patti DeMild. Maureen McSorley, Maryann Kaczynski. SECOND ROW: Michele Gar- bowski, Maureen McGuire, Lori Szczepanik, Jody Jarusiewicz, Beth Freyer. BACK ROW: Coach Ryan. Barbara Matthews, Colleen Crozier, Kim Kominkiewicz, Jill Dolan. BOYS' JV BASKETBALL: FRONT ROW: Frank Borawski, Mark New- comer, Randy Borup, John Domino, Mike Veronsky, Scott Jurkiewicz. SECOND ROW: Jim Prusarczyk, Paul Ortiz, Joe Brand, Mike O'Hare, Ed Condiracci. BACK ROW: Gerard Porpora, Frank Szukics, Matt Ladzinski, Aaron Applegate. Coach Gilfillan. Dribbling between two defenders, Jill Dolan takes the perfect opportunity to advance toward the bas- ket. r GIRLS' JV BASKETBALL SWMHS OPPONENT 37 Woodbridge 18 48 Edison 28 50 Colonia 31 26 J. P. Stevens 31 36 South River 29 37 J. F. Kennedy 32 36 East Brunswick 38 50 Cedar Ridge 41 30 Perth Amboy 33 34 Madison Central 45 35 Edison 26 30 Colonia 31 39 J. P. Stevens 46 41 J. F. Kennedy 38 34 East Brunswick 41 24 Cedar Ridge 42 40 Woodbridge 22 34 Perth Amboy 30 42 Madison Central 44 39 S. A. St. Mary’s 45 Final Record 10-10 1981 v J 86 Boys' and Girls’ JV Basketball Salvaging Wins And Hopes A total of eight points could have • given us a 14-6 season, noted Coach Ryan. The JV Girls’ Basketball team lost four games by two points or less. Nonetheless, a 10-10 record indicated a consistent effort and a productive season” for the team. In the same way as local newspa- pers, the JV team selected players of the week” to recognize outstanding performances. Sophomore Jody Jaru- siewicz earned the most awards and proved to be the leading scorer and rebounder. Point guard” Michele Garbowski specialized in assists and steals, and was also the team’s second leading scorer. Most Improved Player” honors went to sophomore Beth Freyer. Losing a second time to Madison Central was a definite downer, as the team came back from a 45-34 deficit to within three points of victory. There was a total team effort, but we just RIGHT: From the center of the key, Paul Ortiz makes an open shot for the basket. r BOYS’ JV BASKETBALL SWMHS OPPONENT 36 Woodbridge 52 69 Edison 58 48 Colonia 52 34 J. P. Stevens 63 51 South River 49 47 J. F. Kennedy 46 37 East Brunswick 62 54 Perth Amboy 71 46 Madison Central 63 39 Woodbridge 47 46 Edison 53 51 Colonia 59 45 J. P. Stevens 65 54 J. F. Kennedy 37 55 East Brunswick 75 65 Cedar Ridge 63 50 S. A. St. Mary's 51 59 Perth Amboy 73 54 Madison Central 65 Final Record 5-14 1981 V J couldn’t make it back,” commented Coach Ryan. A high point of the sea- son was the 34-30 win over Perth Amboy, in which the Bombers held the opponents scoreless for the entire fourth quarter. The JV Boys’ Basketball team was not as fortunate, salvaging only a 4-10 record for their efforts. “A low shooting percentage” was blamed for the poor showing, according to first year coach Fred Gilfillan. Sophomore Paul Ortiz hung up his football cleats to star on the JV team, averaging ten points a game and leading in steals, assists, and rebounds. He had a high of 26 rebounds in the game against JFK and led the team to a narrow 47-46 victory. Reflecting on the season, Coach Gil- fillan emphasized that the team per- formed better than their record indi- cated: Even though we lost, we never got blown away.” Boys’ and Girls' JV Basketball 87 UPsJ f, DOWNS Qiiooiis Of The Court ‘‘Our team is not a typical basketball squad. When you think of basketball, you think of height, and our tallest girl is only five-foot-nine.” Even though the team was not dominated by height, they put together an 18-4 record, which qualified them for the State Championships. ‘‘We did so well because I’d stress the basics, and the players really believed in themselves,” explained Coach Sunski in reference to the Girls’ Varsity Basketball team. Led by junior Cindy Allman, high scorer on the team with an average of 20 points a game, the team tied Wood- bridge for the Conference Crown. Cindy was named Athlete of the Week by the Newark Star Ledger for the week of February 12. Two weeks later, she hooped her 1000th career point in the state play-off game against Edison. Cindy also broke Rhonda Rompola’s assist record with 124 in 21 games. Caroline McCurdy, also a junior, was the team’s second leading scorer and the top rebounder, averaging 13 points a game. Nancy McFeeley, who aver- aged 10 points a game, and Denise McGuire, were the seniors in this year’s starting lineup. Sophomore Chris Mor- mak rounded out the list of starters. The season was highlighted by a pair of 8-point victories against arch rival East Brunswick, and a 16-point victory over Woodbridge. As Coach Sunski closed in on her 200th victory, she praised the team for its unity: “This group was more team-oriented than in the past. Even with a sophomore, two juniors and two seniors, the team was extremely compatible, and as a result, played better together.” Nothing stands in the way of Cindy Allman as she takes a shot at the basket. All Carteret can do is hope for a rebound. 88 Girls' Varsity Basketball GIRLS' VARSITY BASKETBALL SWMHS OPPONENT 39 Woodbridge 44 60 Edison 57 65 Colonia 41 54 J. P. Stevens 33 52 South River 29 68 J. F. Kennedy 51 52 East Brunswick 44 69 Cedar Ridge 36 53 Perth Amboy 42 58 Madison Central 45 49 Edison 46 60 Colonia 62 53 J. P. Stevens 58 55 J. F. Kennedy 49 46 East Brunswick 38 58 Cedar Ridge 42 59 Woodbridge 43 44 Perth Amboy 41 60 Madison Central 41 74 S. A. St. Mary's 54 41 South River 37 48 Holmdel 62 Final Record 18-4 1981 J It’s all in the timing. Nancy McFeeley releases the ball just in time to evade an oncoming Carteret defense. A head fake to the right allows Caroline McCurdy to pass around the hands of the unprepared Madison Central opponent. GIRLS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL: FRONT ROW: Marcy Bailey. Chris Mormak. Nancy McFeeley, Gina Bruno. Pam Poth. BACK ROW: Denise McGuire. Anita Ryan. Coach Sunski, Caroline McCurdy. Cindy Allman. Surrounded by the Bomber defense, a Colonia guard real- izes she stands no chance against Sayreville. Girls’ Varsity Basketball 89 upsJNi DOWNS VARSITY WINTER TRACK SWMHS OPPONENT 60 South Brunswick 17 61 Colonia 16 65 New Brunswick 12 3rd East Brunswick Relays 54 Cedar Ridge 23 51 J. P. Stevens 26 64 Woodbridge 13 62 Madison Central 15 58 Edison 19 55 East Brunswick 22 67 J. F. Kennedy 10 73 Perth Amboy 4 15th State Relays 1st County Relays 2nd County Championships 7th State Relay Championships Final Record 11-0 1981 V______________ After pacing each other throughout the race, Walter Tomkoski and John Kiernan start their sprint for the finish line. The Dynasty Continues W 90 Winter Track A vigorous pre-meet run around the track warms up Sayreville runners and psyches the whole team for a meet against South River. Coming out of the turn, Ellen Briody takes the lead over her teammates Ray Ginman and Sandy Schiller in the final lap of the race. The 1981 Varsity Winter Track Team m m any things become dormant in IVI the winter. This was not true of the Winter Track team, how- ever. It was “the strongest team in Mid- dlesex County over the last ten years, if not the strongest ever,” proclaimed a proud Coach Carney. “When you have a team of superstars, you are bound to have a great season.” Awe-inspiring from beginning to end was the only way to describe a season which was a consistent “up.” The team sprinted and strided their way to an 11-0 season, capping it with impressive showings in the invitational tournaments. St. Joseph’s — Mont- vale, East Brunswick, Shore Coaches and Red Bank Invitationals allowed the undefeated team to show their skills on a large scale. They placed in the top three in all of these meets. Depth, as with any team, played a major role in the group’s final record. Coach Carney was hard pressed to point out the star runners. He then decided “if all the great athletes were to be named, there would be more than thirty.” There wasn’t a weak spot on the squad and each Bomber relay team was ranked among the top ten in the state. The County Championships proved the fitting culmination of the season. The team won five out of the six events and captured the Middlesex County Crown. Coach Carney and his staff summed it up best, “This year’s team was the best group of individuals we’ve ever had the honor to coach.” Proper form is practiced by Cindy Kiyak as she prepares herself to heave the shot. Winter Track 91 ups|N! DOWNS VARSITY SWIMMING: FRONT ROW: Coach Tice. Rita Brod- niak, Jeanne Holt, Estelle Elwood, Patty Kirk. Pam Richel. Mary Beth O’Donnell. Leisha Smith. Mgr. BACK ROW: Billy Ander- son, Kevin Fargo, Scott Poetsch, Jeff Connors, Jim Wolf, Tony D'Arpa, Chris Bloch, Mike Eckstrom. ABOVE: With the mid-air maneuver completed, Estelle Elwood turns and aims for a splashless piercing of the water. LEFT: With the true grace of a champion, Jeanne Holt pulls ahead in the breast stroke. BELOW: A needed breath of air keeps Ed Wolf going strong in his 100-meter freestyle race. 92 Varsity Swimming Splash Down At (� :OO VM ten years, Jeff Connors and nationally ranked Rita Brodniak led the Bombers. Jeff’s best event was the backstroke, averaging 1:05 for a 100-yard race. Rita scored consistently well in the 200-yard freestyle and her best school season time was 1:59. The diving team was led by veteran Estelle Elwood who flew through a 2.2 degree of difficulty back 1V2 somersault to beat her oppo- nents. A newcomer to the diving world, Tony D’Arpa, used his gymnastic abil- ity to perfect a front double somer- sault. Up and coming freshman Jimmy Wolf proved to be the best male swim- mer on the team, with a 1:07 in his best event, the 100-yard breaststroke. A 1-8-1 record was the best Sayre- ville could do, even with the “old tim- ers” who dominated the team. For a new sports team, though, they set the precedent for what may become another well-known sport for Sayre- ville. BELOW: During a warm up, Rita Brodniak prac- tices a fast start. VARSITY SWIMMING SWMHS OPPONENT 75 Lawrence 97 82 Somerville 72 79 West Windsor Plainsboro 92 8th North Burnswick Diving Invit. 76 East Brunswick 92 79 Toms River South 98 72 Middletown South 75 63 Cranford 109 68 North Brunswick 104 86 Neptune 86 83 St. Joseph's 86 4th North Burnswick Invitational Final Record 1-8-1 1981 J Sayreville’s down five points, it’s the last event, and the starters of the 400- meter freestyle relay team are on the blocks! It’s the scene of the Varsity Swimming team’s meet against Nep- tune. The gun sounds! Sayreville man- aged to capture a crucial first place and tie the meet 86-86. “It went down to the last person, the last relay,” com- mented first year coach Georgeann Tice. Despite close meets and improving times, the team could only win one meet early in the season against Som- erville, 82-72. The 6:00 AM practices did not seem to hurt the team, though. Coach Tice felt it was “morale” that was responsible for bringing 16 swim- mers to the Y every morning. Veterans of the YMCA team for over Just a stroke ahead of his opponent! Jeff Connors reaches for that extra bit of energy as he holds the lead in the crucial race. Varsity Swimming 93 ups|N! DOWNS Cycling enthusiast Dave Saltzman checks the operating condition of his bike before embarking on a journey far from home. A smooth approach allows Robin Lorenc to bowl consist- ently. She practices and bowls in the Monday night league at Red Top Lanes. Never a dull moment! Kevin Kazmierski flies off a jump during fierce competition at New Egypt Motocross Park. 94 Personalized Sports Miss Kwiatkowski and her in-school running companion Miss Popowski breeze along Washington Road as part of their daily fitness program. Athletes i Whether it's waking up at the crack of dawn for the first day of hunting season or jogging down Washington Road during a 43- minute free period, the majority of Sayreville’s faculty and students who don’t participate in extracurricular sports manage to find some sort of exercise to occupy their spare time. Miss Kwiatkowski uses her weekly 25-mile run to ‘‘relieve tension” and because it helps her to ‘‘appreciate running.” When Mr. Weber gets home, he takes a six-mile run around the pleasant surroundings of his neighbor- hood to relax from the daily grind of school. Miss Popowski braves all weather conditions to keep up her physical fitness program. Running helps to keep her in shape for competi- tive sports, including softball and field hockey. If you're lucky, she can be seen trodding the familiar paths of Sayreville’s track teams. Warren Luther enjoys the challenge of deer hunting to get real target practice. Tar- get shooting is fun, but “living targets are the best” for Warren who hunts in Robertsville with his 50-pound P.S.E. Pacer. He even makes a few extra dol- lars in the summer as an archery instructor. way From On the more serious side of amateur sports is Kevin Kazmierski who uses the vigorous sport of motocross for weekend relaxation. His spare time is filled with races, competing from Eng- lishtown to Sleepyhollow Motocross Park. Dave Saltzman placed third in a 40-mile bicycle competition which extended from Chazy to Cumberland, New York. When not competing, Dave uses his bicycle as transportation for sightseeing, including viewing the sights of Vermont and Canada. Robin Lorenc can be found practicing at the Red Top Lanes for the Sayreville Rec- reation bowling league she competes in Monday nights. Although their efforts are not recog- nized by the school, these people also experience the ups and downs of hard athletic training. They may even derive more satisfaction from their sports, since their accomplishments are expe- rienced not as a team, but on a per- sonal level. RIGHT: Archer Warren Luther takes his sights on the Quo Vadis photographer with his com- pound bow in shooting position. II All Personalized Sports 95 LIGHTED SICE 96 Lighter Side Whether you had six and a half hours of classes a day, or just four hours and nine minutes, there were some days when it could seem like the closest thing to death. Fortunately, the school was brought back to life every day at 2:30 when the building was overrun by the bustling activity of extracurricular organi- zations. On a typical day, the foreign language clubs might have been planning a holiday festival, while the Olympics of the Mind Team brainstormed its way through another project. The band may have been practicing for an upcoming concert as the cheer- leaders prepared for Saturday’s game. In the auditorium, another glittering theatrical production was taking shape, while upstairs the newspaper considered arti- cles for its next issue. And of course, the Quo Vadis staff could always be found in A-207, valiantly battling against another deadline. Many of the organizations also raised money for an end-of- the-year trip, which was usually financed by those dreaded candy sales. Some months it seemed that there was more candy in the school than in all of Hershey, Pennsylvania. It might be interesting to find out how many cavities are a direct result of candy-selling in school. Aside from the doldrums of selling candy, extracurricular activities were a welcome relief from the drudgery of classwork. You probably wouldn’t have learned anything without a well- rounded curriculum, but you probably wouldn’t have had any fun without a few worthwhile activities. Quad box atop his head. Dave Saltzman assists his co-workers in selecting yearbook pictures. Dina Sanzeri and Colleen Fargo portray 2 of the stepsisters in the Spanish Club’s version of Cin- derella. Lighter Side 97 III The fruits of a victorious senior class are displayed by Lisa Haber after the annual class rivalry OFFICERS AND ADVISERS: Ms. Kratinski, Judy Kalicki (Pres.). Mike Reagan (V. Pres.), Wayne Locklin (Treas.), Celeste Del Gatto (Sec’y). Ms. Kwiatkowski. The monthly Student Council meeting allows its members a few minutes to catch up on gossip before conducting its official business. SENIOR REPRESENTATIVES: FRONT ROW: Kathy Lyons, Pam Schenker, Lisa Haber. Debbie Coyle. SECOND ROW: Laurie Unkel, Judy Kaminski, Yvonne Boyce, Kim Twardy, Patty Kirk. Kathy Beyer. Cindy Buczynski. THIRD ROW: Frank Sollecito, Mike Reagan. Ed Melee, Ray Kreiger. BACK ROW: Lisa Steckert, Judy Kalicki, Penny Silletti, Ellen Briody. 98 Student Council Net Confined By Walls Yellow ribbons, a moment of silent meditation, and related projects com- memorated the 52 American hostages held in Iranian captivity. A mandate from the State Board of Education des- ignated November 3-7 as American Hostage Week, and the SWMHS Coun- cil decorated each classroom with a yellow ribbon and announced a minute of silence for the hostages. The objective of the organization has always been to represent, communi- cate with, and involve the student pop- ulation and the community. Within the school, the Student Council sponsored Homecoming, the outdoor School Spirit Assembly, Blue and Gray Week, and the sale of Halloween and Valen- tine’s day flowers. These programs were designed to involve the school as a whole and to promote spirit. Reaching beyond the confines of the school, the Student Council extended a helping hand to those around them. Annual visits to JFK Hospital and fund raising drives for the March of Dimes, Unicef, and the Heart Fund demon- strated the dedication and community spirit of the Council. The white mask of death hides the dimples and pigtails of Judy Kalicki as she awaits an unsuspecting passerby. JR. REPS: FRONT ROW: Valerie Kubisiak. Robyn Field, Hedy Roma, Elaine VanWoeart. SECOND ROW: Celeste Del Gatto, Terri Howard- son, Kathy Walus, Lise Helpa. BACK ROW: Holly Bocson, Gail Batissa, Tricia Carlesimo. Jody Kabat, Joe Geletei, Jeanne Holt, Christa Lytkowski, Doreen Jolly. SOPH. REPS: FRONT ROW: Lisa Blaszka, Mary Roma, Bonnie Brewer, Kevin Kiernan. BACK ROW: Tom Reagan, Mary Beth Jones, Bob Gullo. Kevin Comerford. Doreen Savona, Jay Medlin. The success of any project depends upon the cooperation of all those involved. Eileen Burns sorts through the sponsor sheets of those students who volunteered to walk for those who can't. Student Council 99 !UPS N DOWNS: VARSITY CHEERLEADERS: FRONT ROW: Meg Clark, Suzanne Shorosky. SECOND ROW: Cindy Buczynski, Judy Kaminski. Patty Crummy, Maureen Triggs. BACK ROW: Judy Dodge, Laurie Unkel, Marisa Blaszka, Christin Boris. A spirited introduction of the cheerleaders by Suzanne Shorosky riles the school populace to its feet during the School Spirit Assembly. Well-Chcreceraphed year A cheerleader is not a mechani- cal doll, who can be wound up for every football and basket- ball game. Cheerleading is not simply learning one cheer and getting out on the field and shaking pom-poms. It requires optimism to keep cheering, even when your team is losing. “Sayreville sports teams are strug- gling and rebuilding and need more support than a winning team,” claims Mrs. Fehrle, the cheerleader adviser. The girls have their work cut out for them, cheering for a school in which team spirit has been steadily declining. This year, dance steps were intro- duced to the cheering routines. With the help of the squad, Laurie Unkel choreographed the new ‘‘chorus line” and the team danced to the songs of the band during the football season. R-O-W-D-l-E,” a well-known school cheer, captures the attention of an early morning crowd before a Bomber football game. 100 Cheerleaders Although the temperature was down in the teens, the cheerleaders were up in '81. Laurie Unkel’s friend appears to take an avid interest in the ongoing football game. JV CHEERLEADERS: FRONT ROW: Doreen Jolly, Valerie Kubisiak. SECOND ROW: Lisa Duffy, Gail Batissa, Ann Buckler. BACK ROW: Lori Blaszka, Jamie Unkel, Sheri Hept. Cheerleaders 101 UPS N DOWNS With the wrong ticket stub in hand, Spanish Club member Connie Kala- maras mistakenly accepts the door prize from Mrs. Hazners. Aware of the responsibilities of a director, Patty Jadwinski sur- veys the cast to check their stage positions and cues. Strength Found In Numbers It would have required seventeen lines to caption their group picture in the yearbook. It was necessary to hold their meetings in the library to accom- modate all those who attended. It took two advisers to oversee the numerous activities that they sponsored from September to June. Once again, the Spanish Club had the largest membership of any school organization. Its wide range of activi- ties included everything from a Colum- bus Day celebration to the sale of nov- elty buttons. Students, teachers and administrators attended food festivals, competed for door prizes and partici- pated in a bilingual play, as the club’s activities demonstrated its ability to appeal to everyone. The Spanish Club generally attracted members for two reasons. First, because Spanish is so popular it was the language chosen by most stu- dents as an elective. This automatically exposed them to the club and its advis- ers. The second reason was due to the club’s outstanding roster of events. These events offered interesting alter- natives to students and enabled them to actively participate. Together with their advisers, Miss Kwiatkowski and Mrs. Ludlow, the Spanish Club contin- ued its festivities and enabled its mem- bers to enhance their knowledge of Spain and its people. Blindfolded and armed with a stick, Tom Grzymski gets a chance to slug the pinata. 102 Spanish Club The Spanish Club It may not be Cinderella on Broadway, but to Kathy Byrnes it’s the next best thing. Spanish Club 103 up|Ni DOWNS liansel Gretel tendered Hcmeless The price of one ticket was enough to win Steve Szabo the beautiful gingerbread house constructed by members of the German Club. Dr. Parnell and Quo Vadis were equally dismayed at the idea because each had purchased over a dozen tickets in hopes of winning the edible edifice. Mouth-watering desserts and hearty main dishes were spread across table after table as the attendants at the annual foreign language festival filed by. Tacos, crepes and spice cookies satisfied the appetites of faculty and students alike who had come to sam- ple a taste of culture from France, Ger- many and Spain. After everyone had successfully dev- oured the food on their plates, live entertainment was presented by the French Club. A capella Christmas car- ols, sung by Jeannie Rogers, provided a relaxing atmosphere for those who had over-indulged. Now that all were well-fed and fully relaxed, it was time to break open the Spanish Club pinata. After several unsuccessful tries by her peers, Ste- phanie Gumas split open the paper- mache figure and excited students dashed to the floor in an effort to col- lect their share of candy. The final event of the festival was the raffling off of several door prizes. Ticket holders awaited the announcement of the winning numbers as others contin- ued to “munch out.” Immediately fol- lowing the raffle, the cafeteria emptied out as students hurried to catch the late bus home. Students in the Spanish Honor Soci- ety ventured from preparing tacos and pinatas for the foreign language festival to designing lesson plans for 2nd grad- ers. Students at Selover and Washing- ton Schools were introduced to the Hispanic language and its customs as members of the Honor Society instructed them in the art of creating “God’s eyes” and counting numbers. Although the members’ “true fun” was quickly foiled by their obligation to schedule the SHS induction, memories of their elementary school visit and their dinner trip to New York made the year a rewarding experience. SHS: FRONT ROW: Maureen Triggs, Pam Sowley, Maria Pampinto, Laura Saltzman, Lynne Jones, Kathy Diaczyszyn. SECOND ROW: Mrs. Ludlow, Judi Kaminski, Cindy Buczynski, Suzanne Shorosky, Donna Rytel, Maria Michalik, Elise Kowzan, Sue Byrnes, Margaret Antonitis, Miss Kwiatkowski. BACK ROW: Barbara Fox, Ann Marie Cholowski, Chris Gronsky. Aaron Applegate, Kathy Beyer, Sue Gan, Marc Toglia, Diane Gizzi, Scott Huguenin. Three complete revolutions and a push in the right direction are the only help that youngsters at Selover School receive before attempting to break the pinata. 104 Spanish Honor Society It may not be the Eiffel Tower, but it sure tastes better. Sue Pasternak, the “engineer, proudly displays her culinary delight. Dr. Parnell buys a last minute raffle ticket in hopes of winning the German Club gingerbread house. The spirit of the season is captured by Jeanne Rogers as she sings a cappella Christmas carols. The last stop on the long table of food is the tacos. Coleen Hope spoons out a traditional Spanish dish. Foreign Language Festival 105 GHS: FRONT ROW: Betsy Klein, Lisa Jakob, Mary Lou Wolski. BACK ROW: Tim Hahn, Mrs. Hazners. FHS: FRONT ROW: Carol Malik, Natalie Barbella, Jill Christensen. BACK ROW: Laura Kawalec, Rita Brodniak, Jennifer Deutsch, Rich Becker. Inductees Pause Tc Feast Sauerbraten and hossenfefer stew were just two of the many dishes prepared by members of the German Club and Honor Society for the annual foreign language festival. Their contribution of gingersnaps and rabbit proved to be an interesting change of menu for those who had sacrificed lunch to save their appetites. The French Club and Honor Society GERMAN CLUB: FRONT ROW: Terry O’Con- ner. Beth Schack, Leo Brereton, Betsy Klein. SECOND ROW: Shelia Burrell, Lois Burkshot, Shari Van Fossen. Brian Flaherty, Rich Letts. Tim Hahn, Jeffrey Hellinger. BACK ROW: Kathy Yin. Mrs. Hazners, Kelly Harrigan, Patty Kirk, Jacque- line Knast, Cindy Pfeiffer, Caroline Reese. Lauren Drawl, Matt Ruszczyk, Lorraine Turner, Lenny Beck, Bill Burgermeister. Bernadette Fitzpatrick, Mary Bartlinski. continued their tradition of elementary school tutoring as part of their yearly effort. They also participated in the lan- guage festival by making foods such as funnel cakes and cheese fondue. Both clubs finished the year by tour- ing New York City and viewing a Broadway play. The National Honor Society induc- tion in March once again marked the school’s recognition of its academically superior students. Blue robes and can - dlelight provided the backdrop for seri- ous expressions as selected students filed across the auditorium stage to light their candles and receive their lapel pins. The ceremony proceeded with its inherent gravity and completed another year of National Honor Society activities. FRENCH CLUB: FRONT ROW: Kim Lukowitz, Doreen Genua, Cathy Smith, Kathy Grau. Kathy Rydzewski, Lori Leccese, Kathy Byrnes, Kelly McKeon, David Salvatore. SECOND ROW: Mike Murtha, Mary Orlowicz, Lori Freeman, Joan Kol- ler, Linda Brys, Dawn Norel, Charlotte Hall, Kim Wist, Wendy Glenn. BACK ROW: Andy Maze, Dave DeFilippis, Eric Skolnik, John Paul Jones, Laura Kawalec, Rita Brodniak, Ken Lettiere, Nadine Becker, Sue Bufano, Dawn Baxter. Bar- bara Fox, Mike Mantas. 106 GHS FHS German Club French Club In preparation for the evening induction, NHS officers Judi Kaminski, Jennifer Deutsch, Natalie Barbella, Pam Sowley and adviser Miss Sowa set up the ceremonial candles. ABOVE: National Honor Society President, Judi Kaminski lights her taper from the candles representing the qualities of leadership, schol- arship, community and character. RIGHT: SENIORS ELECTED IN JUNIOR YEAR: FRONT ROW: Pam Sowley, Judi Kaminski, Jennifer Deutsch, Natalie Barbella. SECOND ROW: June Hardbrod, Don Ferenci. Marc Toglia, Karen Hummel, Jackie Lakatos, Diane Gizzi, Cindy Buczynski. THIRD ROW: Kathy Diaczyszyn, Estelle Elwood, Paul La Plante. MaryLou Wolski, Steve Krawet, Laura Kawalec, John Dryzga. BACK ROW: Sue Flechner, Maureen Triggs, Rita Brodniak, Laurie Unkel, Sue Gan, Donna Rytel, Terry Hart. Lynne Jones, Lisa Cypra. SENIORS ELECTED IN SENIOR YEAR: FRONT ROW: Cheryl Skut- nik, Maria Michalik, Sandy Peterson. Cindy Scavone. BACK ROW: Joe Di Sciullo. Liz DeBiase, Joyce Schenker, Lisa Wishney, Carol Malik. National Honor Society 107 UPsj fl DOWNS Hew He yeu Weather A Torrential Hrainstcrm? Ig: I ow can money be used to H 1 make music? To many people, ® this may seem like an off-the- wall question, but for the members of the Olympics of the Mind Team it was just this type of problem that chal- lenged their creativity and ingenuity. Each of the fifteen high school students on the team had fun putting their cre- ativity to the test during their many problem-solving sessions. One of the many interesting solutions that the team came up with for the above prob- lem was to spell out the word “mel- ody” with pennies. The young team, in its second year of existence, benefitted from the expe- rience gained during last year’s sea- son. The brainstormers found that the rules were not as rigid as they might have seemed. As coach Gelsinon exclaimed, Unless the rules said we couldn’t do it, we did it!” Bending the rules to the team's advantage was all part of the challenge. One change made in the program this year was the introduction of a revised set of rules which modified the age requirements for each division. This led to the inclusion of ninth grad- ers on the high school team. The three high school teams and one junior high squad depended upon each other for support and inspiration during their spontaneous problem-solving sessions. An exuberant Mrs. Gelsinon proudly proclaimed, “The finished pro- jects were 100% of the work of the kids.” Hard work pays off as Rich Platkin accepts his plaque for the Olympics of the Mind performance in the regional competition. 108 Olympics of the Mind. Teammates get together to find out how three totally unrelated products can be related. The first phase of try-outs, a creativity test, is attempted by Joe Caruso. Anthony Matagrano enjoys the more humorous side of problem solving. The dilemma of getting a tennis ball out of a pipe is posed to Olym- pics of the Mind members. Olympics of the Mind 109 UPS j J DOWNS Dewey Decimal System Meets Sherlcck Dclmes It was a cool day, but things wouldn’t be cool for long. Something was wrong. A note from Quo Vadis appeared on Mrs. Simko’s desk. It seemed there was some unidentifiable quote, a real mind boggier. Library Council assistance would be needed, on the double! Calling out the ranks, Mrs. Simko’s girls (as they’re affectionately called) went to work. Searching and poring through books and reference materi- als, the girls looked for a clue — some- thing that would lead them to the author of the saying “Behind Every Great Man Stands A Great Woman.’’ It was now 12:00. Still there were no results. Then a brainstorm! Mrs. Simko picked up the phone. East Brunswick Public Library would know the answer. The case was closed before the last bell. Two claims were made to the quote: one by L. Glickman and one by Harold Coffin. Although the quote could not be exactly attributed to either claimant, the Council pulled through for the yearbook. Everyday was not so action-packed for the Library Council. Mrs. Simko’s girls returned to their undercover assignments of checking out books and mastering the Dewey Decimal Sys- tem, waiting for another case to break. Chalk up another one for those seman- tic sleuths, the Library Council. RIGHT: ECOLOGY CLUB: FRONT ROW: Diane Gizzi. Jackie Lakatos. Mike Murtha, Jim Circo SECOND ROW: Mike Trovato. Charlotte Hall. Mein Sun. Jeannine Callahan. Linda Goodspeed. Joanne Konopka. Bonnie Perry. Mrs. Mackin. BACK ROW: Kathy Pashley, Moira Norrington. Don DePasquale. Dawn Comeron. Bethany Scheid. Kevin Fargo. The Biology and Ecology Clubs shared a similar interest in their envi- ronment and the people around them. Each group was concerned with improving and beautifying their sur- roundings while assisting members of their community. The Biology Club's wreath and the Ecology Club’s trip to Oakview Convalescent Home, their paper drive, and their participation in the Plant Boutique and Arts-and Craft Show, demonstrated each organiza- tion’s determination to devote their time and energy to helping those around them. 110 Ecology Club Biology Club Library Council LEFT: BIOLOGY CLUB: FRONT ROW: Natalie Barbella, Pam Sowley, Jackie Knast, Lisa Mitro- sky. Michele Mureski, Kevin Fargo. SECOND ROW: Lynne Jones, Lise Anne Helpa, Charlotte Hall, Bill McKenney. Matt Pachkowski, John Dryzga. BACK ROW: Mrs. Romano, David Saltz- man, Elise Kowzan, Laura Kawalec, Andrew Maze, David Salvatore, Caroline Reese, Helen Sutthill, Colleen Fargo, Kathy Yin. LIBRARY COUNCIL: FRONT ROW: Jill McCoy, Kathy Lyons, Linda Nowicki, Sharon Wriolie, Mrs. Simko. SECOND ROW: Dara Bachman, Charlene Smith, Bridget Zezenski, Lisa Firestine, Robin Larsen, Mein Sun. BACK ROW: Caroline Reese, Karen Hummel, Vicki Skibicki, Debbie Okie, Bernadette Kobstad, Scott Christensen, David Salva- tore, Laura Downes. Library Council member Ann Marie Cholowski gets the chance to fool mother nature by making it snow indoors. LEFT: Ecology Club members spray paint tin cans — the first step in creat- ing beautiful floral arrangements to be given as Christmas presents to resi- dents of Oakview Nursing Home. Ecology Club Biology Club Library Council 111 CHESS CLUB: FRONT ROW: Dave Anderson, Rich Dankovcik, Charlotte Hall, Tim Keiras, John Dyczok. SECOND ROW: Anthony Matagrano, Michael Murtha, Andy Kotula, Joe Geleta, Phil Patel, Scott Paul. BACK ROW: Jim Cirko, Lynn Trepesowsky, John Dryzga, Leo Brereton, John Sukunda, Bill Post, Mr. Cunliffe. With determination foremost in their minds, opponents carefully calculate their winning moves. A War Cf The Minds Q: Which school organization holds a weekly “civilized war game?” A: The Chess Club. In simple terms, chess is a “civilized war game”; a game of military strat- egy. The white pawn or knight begins the attack, and some players consider this the most important maneuver of the game. Chess is actually a representation of the hierarchy of Medieval society. Each piece, in size and rank, represents an individual from this society, and is accorded its respective amount of power. Chess even heeds the adage that “behind every great man, there is a great woman. In Medieval society, the Queen often secured treaties and con- ducted business without the consent of the king. In chess, the most powerful piece is the Queen, but capturing the King awards victory. The Chess Club organized weekly games based on a “ladder system that matched players of equal ability. Inter-school competitions were held with players from as far as Arizona. Those participating in these games, mailed their moves, one by one, to their opponents. The game had to be started in early September, in order to complete it by the end of the year. If chess is accepted as a war of the minds, then it must be considered a mental test. It should be remembered that there are also other types of tests; some even administered by other clubs. Broadening the horizons of ambi- tious science and math students is the express purpose of the Math Club and Science League. Through a series of monthly tests, interested students matched wits with other students throughout the state. The Math Club took the standard test given by the New Jersey Mathematics League. Members of their respective clubs who scored high on their tests attended a statewide competition at the end of the year. By participating in these clubs, students learn about the world around them, and continue to use the skills and knowledge they have developed. 112 Chess Club Math Club Chemistry League MATH CLUB: FRONT ROW: John Dryzga, Anthony Matagrano. Tim Hahn, David Hall. BACK ROW: Dr. Evanovich. Moira Norrington, Donna Rytel, Kathy Pashley, Mein Sun, Coleen Bloodgood, Colleen Fargo. SCIENCE LEAGUE: FRONT ROW: Mrs. Albanir, Janet Wos, Laureen Drwal, Charlotte Hall, Rohit Shah. Mike Saltzman. BACK ROW: Sue Pasternak, Chris Gronsky, Anthony Matagrano, Brian Smith, Tom Gunia, Ed Condiracci. Science problems, particularly those in chemistry, can often be deceiving. Chemistry League member Mike Saltzman examines his test closely. Perplexed by a puzzling chemical equation, Laureen Drwal has only a few minutes to determine the specific density of a cubic liter of mercury. Math and Science Leagues 113 L vJV VI NO FBLA adviser Mr. Caliendo explains the proc- ess of feeding information into the computer to Debbie Coyle and Karen Grasso. BELOW FSA: FRONT ROW: Debbie Meany, Patti Paldino, Dawn Vroom, Jackie Knast, Patti Reynolds, Michelin Bonnefin, Claudia Naglich, Denise Donnelly. SECOND ROW: Kathy Haney, Lori Stoebling, Mary Beth O’Donnell, Terri Fischer. Sherry Stoeckel, Lisa Shabatun. Mary Roma, Hedy Roma. BACK ROW: Miss Parillo, Mrs. Piatek, Barbara Palermo, Joanne Konopka, Wendy Glenn, Janet Wos, Linda Flannery, Angela Mancini, Kim Weber, Bernadette Fitzpa- trick, Jenny Goodman, Cindy Rewekant, Linda Nowicki. FT A President Laura Saltzman presents a dictionary to Arleth School's first place winner, Tina Brignoli. FTA: FRONT ROW: Vickie Laikowski, Janet Kaminski, Pam Sowley, Laura Saltzman, Kim Kantor, Debbie Landsberg. BACK ROW: Mrs. Coppinger. Claire Farrell, Jackie Knast, Karen Hummel, Keri Fenstermaker. 114 FTA FSA FBLA A proud smile expresses personal satisfaction as the Arleth school winner receives attention and commendation from visit- ing FTA members. The symbolic candle is lit by Dawn Vroom and Linda Nowicki. “Education InTheSC's” November 17-22 was National Edu- cation Week and the Future Teachers of America took the opportunity to sponsor an elementary school poster contest. The theme of the contest was Education in the 80’s and entrants were judged on creativity, originality, neatness, and the degree of relation to the theme. Grades 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 5 and 6 comprised the three categories in which 1st prize dictionaries and two honorable mentions were awarded. Observers of the FTA members who visited the elementary schools would have had a difficult time deciding who had a better time. Smiles and laughter combined to produce a friendly learn- ing environment for the students and a warm welcome for the tutors. Members returned from teaching to sell cookies as their exam week fundraiser satisfied the appetites of many starving stu- dents. “I got the experience of knowing what an office is really like and meeting a lot of really fascinating people,” commented one Future Secretaries of America member who substituted for a vacationing secretary on National Sec- retaries’ Day. The opportunity proved an invaluable experience for those who planned vocations in the secretarial field. The FSA and the FBLA attempted to prepare students for the particular field they chose to enter. Through class- room instruction and club meetings, advisers helped students develop the necessary skills required to handle real life situations. An October meeting finds Vickie Laikowski and other FTA members discussing the details of their upcoming poster contest. FTA FSA FBLA 115 Mrs. Shur discusses an upcoming editorial page with an attentive Marc Toglia. ECHO LUES: FRONT ROW: Kathy Beyer, Kris Gorka, Celeste Del Gatto, Warren Clark, Brent Jaffe, Penny Silletti, Maria Michalik. SECOND ROW: Colleen Fargo, Maria Chiacchiaro, Coleen Bloodgood, Kim Konkowski, Lynn Trepesowsky, Steven Zihala, Bill Post. BACK ROW: Mrs. Shur, Andrew Maze, Kim Lukowitz, Jessica Bauer, Don DePascual, Kevin Fargo, John Dryzga, Kevin Ferguson. Totally engrossed in an article, Kris Gorka searches for the perfect word to finish a sentence. Attuned to the latest school happenings, Warren Clark debates over what is new- Echo Lites editors experience the after deadline blahs. The work for sworthy. the next issue starts all over. 116 Echo Lites net eff The Presses “Hot off the presses!” was very applicable to Echo Lites this year. The editors and staff worked diligently every month to get each issue out on time. Mrs. Shur, in her second year as adviser, cited a few reasons for Echo Lites' perfect record: “. . . dedication, hard work, and a lot of last minute rushing when necessary. We felt we had a responsibility to come out every month because we were the only school publication that gave the stu- dents an opportunity to express how they felt about current events that affected the school.” The monthly Echo Lites process began with a brainstorming session at one of the weekly editorial meetings. At this time a list of articles for the next issue was compiled. It was at such meetings that new features, including Athletically Speaking, Poptones, Agent Secef, and the Valentine’s Day messages, were first conceived. The next steps were the investigat- ing, reporting, interviewing, and writing of the articles. After they were typed, the articles were proofed by each edi- tor. Next came the layout. Designing a new and eye-pleasing layout each month was one of the most challenging aspects of being an Echo Lites editor. Even after the newspaper went to the printer, the job was not done. Proofing the gallies, the preliminary “printups” of the paper, was the final stage of the long, monthly process. Although going through the same exact process every month might seem boring, it wasn’t. News Editor Warren “Fred” Clark vouched that “Every month new problems which turned into challenges arose.” And as Mrs. Shur followed up, “Meeting these chal- lenges is the heart and soul of newspa- per work. It can be the most nerve- racking aspect, but it can also be the fun part.” When the books balance, Business Manager Penny Silletti can hardly help being a little elated. Echo Lites 117 Celeste Del Gatto checks out statistics. Accuracy on her sports page is of primary importance. A thousand layouts could be chosen for one Images page. Penny Sil- letti tries to pick the one that was meant to be. Warren Clark carefully compares the amount of candy given out to the amount of money returned. The Creatien ©f A New Image Candy sales are always the highlight of a club’s activities. Greg Schorr hands out Milk Duds to excited Images staffers. In an effort to produce its most inter- esting and creative volume to date, Images changed its own image in ’81. A new approach was taken to simplify, and thereby improve, the selection process used in determining those arti- cles which were approved by the staff. Students who wanted to write for the literary magazine were required to complete a series of tests that deter- mined writing ability. In addition to improving the quality of the magazine, this change produced a much more dedicated staff which was able to devote its time to writing, rather than reading and judging the works of oth- ers. The editors of Images were enthusi- astic about their new set up and the possibilities it offered. A creative and intricate layout designed to enhance the magazine’s “new look” completed the project and set a new standard for future issues. 118 Images Brent Jaffe devotes equal attention to his puppy and his poetry section. As Art Editor, Missy Michalik is responsible for illustrating the short stories and poetry of Images. Searching for a style that will fit their new image. Images editors review stories submitted by staff members. Images 119 - UPslNl DOWNS ----------—- l iiml Cy Threads Cf Individualism uo Vadis is more than 50,000 U ) words held together by the glue of the binding. It is count- less hours of work woven together with threads of individualism. It’s room A207 at 11:00 PM or a chaotic 8:00 AM meeting. Although there were tense moments, boring days and fatiguing weeks, the editors and staff never gave into the pressures. The sixteen editors were snatched up in the clutches of yearbook work early last spring. Not only faced with the yearly challenge of a new theme, Quo Vadis 1981 had the additional challenge of selling advertisements and Though photographers take rolls of pictures, quantity is not always quality. Yearbook adviser. Ms. Joseph finds herself drowning in a sea of photos. dealing with the intricacies of designing ad layouts. Since ads have not been included in the yearbook for over 20 years, this section was one of the most difficult to produce. Previous first place awards from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association, coupled with adviser Ms. Joseph’s position as a judge with this organization, set high standards to be met. For ten months, A207 served as a meeting room, cafeteria and haven for members of the track team, student thespians, Echo Liters and a variety of other students and teachers. When- ever possible, these “innocent victims were put to work on the book. Ham- burgers and other fast foods were coming out of the ears of editors as deadlines approached and the continued An Editor-in-Chief’s work is never done, whether it's overseeing the fundamental publishing of QVor preventing mass confusion. Laura Saltzman and Don Ferenci concentrate their efforts on selecting various typestyles for the ads. ABOVE: While Underclass Editor Jackie Knast retypes an article, co-editor Elise Kowzan and their assistant Scott Huguenin add a few well-chosen words to complete another story. RIGHT: Obtaining a correct line count is one of the essentials of being a Layout Editor. Paul La Plante finally gets a hold of an elusive piece of copy. ABOVE: Making it their business to know each name and correspond- ing face of the entire class of '81, Senior Section Editors Stephanie Gumas and Lynne Jones find themselves constantly staring at the faces of classmates. RIGHT: Photography expert Mike Saltzman does not trust another pho- tographer. so he risks a self-portrait. ABOVE: Although Layout Editor Natalie Barbella has a tough job ahead of her, she manages to flash a reassuring smile. Quo Vadis 121 UPS N DOWNS Traveling incognito, star Sports Editor Pam Sowley feigns working while keeping an eye out for auto- graph hounds. The new advertisement section in Quo Vadis put a lot of pressure on Claire Farrell. As Busi- ness Manager she was responsible for more money than ever. Snowbcund: 24hrs.Tc6c! amount of work completed never seemed to be enough. The most memorable moments of the year, however, were the near catastrophes. No editor will ever forget the day when a delay in the arrival of photographs almost caused a major disaster. Although this calamity was avoided when the photos arrived on the final day of deadline, it was on this day that the infamous 4:30 AM meet- ing was held. On the evening of Janu- ary 16, Don Ferenci, Paul La Plante, Lisa Cypra, and Laura Saltzman hud- dled in Laura’s basement, working to finalize the 72-page deadline which wasn’t completed until a couple hours before sunrise. Ms. Joseph shook her head in disbelief, adding, “I've heard these war stories from other advisers and how they were up all night, but I never thought it would happen to us. While other clubs’ members may com- After organizing all the extra-curricular hap- penings, Activities Editor, Lisa Cypra exhibits all the activity her body can muster at 4:00 in the morning. plain of having to stay after school until 4:30 PM, the yearbook staff often snickers, remembering the 4:30 AM meeting. Laura's basement was the scene of another near tragic episode on the eve of final deadline. That night, the worst snowstorm of the year hit Sayreville, adding to the usual deadline panic. The Saltzman house then became the Saltzman Inn, as several editors were stranded there for the night. Looking back, Quo Vadis made it through quite a few close calls thanks to the hospital- ity of the Saltzmans. In the end, no one really minded the many hours and lousy food. The edi- tors were more than friends; they were a family. As Ms. Joseph said, “There’s a special closeness that comes out of working on the yearbook that you can’t get anywhere else.’’ The editors realized that, and it was for this reason that they kept coming everyday, even when the pressures got to be too much. They didn't want to split up the family. 122 Quo Vadis With lightning speed, Typing Editor Betsy Klein expedites the work of fellow editors by making the copy right the first time. Searching for a new approach to the Faculty section, Kelly Gorka, Laura Saltz- man and Lynda Giovenco fit the pictures to the copy. ABOVE: Staff members Warren Clark and Jessica Bauer try their hands at basic layout technique. BELOW: A group effort is necessary to render a verdict. David Saltzman gathers a jury of friends — Rohit Shah, Paul La Plante, and Kevin Ferguson — to select the best picture. Although copy editors use a continual stream of words, sometimes the right expression escapes the mind. Joey Di Sciullo pinpoints the precise word for which he was searching. Quo Vadis 123 PEOPLE 124 People More than anything else, peo- ple give a school its character. Without the people, it would be just another big building with desks and books and lockers. It was the people and their ever- changing emotions that made each new day different. We all had our good days and our bad days, our moral victories and our traumas. Seniors, juniors, sophomores, teachers, administrators: every- one had their share of ups and downs during the year. Of course everyone went through different phases at different times, but we still experienced a lot together. No one was enthused by hours of hard work, and both students and adminis- trators alike had enough paper- work to bring them down from time to time. Doing a term paper was a minor catastrophe, but the burden was passed along to the teacher when it had to be graded. Seniors worried almost to the point of ulcers, wondering how much longer they could put off college decisions. Thoughts of college frightened juniors too, as they waited for their SAT results to come in. But people had their bright moments, whether it was the sophomore who could finally locate all his classes, the junior with a new driver’s license, or the senior going home after 5th period. Anyone was happy to come across a straight-A report card or even a water fountain that worked. And even though not every- one’s ups and downs coincided, almost everyone was willing to accept June as the zenith of another long school year. The D Hall and company. The people who work in the D Hall show their togetherness with per- sonalized T-shirts. A group of friends take advantage of a free gym period to laugh about the day. People 125 II ups|Nl DOWNS Mr. D. Cowan. Pres. Mrs. A Wranovics, V. Pres. Mrs. B. Anderson Mr. R. Corman Mr. T. DeCaro Mr. D. DiPoalo Mrs. G. Goldkopf Mr. J. Robinson Mr. T. Strugala Mr. C. Boehm Mr. R. Fleming Mr. Homer Dill Mr. Edward Weber Jr. Miss Annette Sowa Members of the Board of Education grapple with the decision regarding the Samsel School closing. Mr. Henry Counsman Superintendent Dr. Marie Parnell Asst. Superintendent Principal A long-time Sayreville supporter receives an award of distinction from Mr. Cowan and Athletic Committee chairman Mr. DiPoalo. 126 Administration Dr. Parnell: Renaissance Woman Of The Eighties After 27 years of dedication and service to the high school, Dr. Parnell is resigning as princi- pal, but keeping her position as assist- ant superintendent. She was described by Board member Thomas Strugala as “foremost a woman and educator.” Her versatility has earned her the respect of the entire school system. For her loyalty and service to our high school, we dedicate Quo Vadis 1981 to Dr. Parnell. During Dr. Parnell’s tenure, there has been incredible growth within the edu- cational system. SWMHS has evolved from a four-year school with 600 stu- dents to a three-year school of 1500. The construction of a new art wing and the replacement of auditorium seats are among the physical improvements recently completed. “I liked working in school with stu- dents and teachers.” However, Dr. Parnell confessed, “This position of authority is not without its disadvan- tages. The concept of a principal is a threatening one — the little bit of dis- tance that comes with the position has always bothered me.” As a Ph.D., Dr. Parnell has used her background to educate others. After a 5 year absence from teaching, she resumed the position of philosophy instructor this year. It’s interesting to note that five of her former students have entered the field of education in Sayreville. Board of Education mem- bers Thomas Strugala, Thomas DeCaro, James Robinson and Randy Corman were all students of Dr. Par- nell. James Robinson has stated that she plays the role of teacher at least as well as she does the principal: “She puts herself in your shoes to get a feel for the situation.” Thomas Strugala often reminisces back to his high school days, too. “I still remember what she wrote in my yearbook: I’m sorry that I was so stern, but it was for your own good.” And Miss Sowa had only kind words for her former teacher: “I love her as a friend and I respect her as an educator. I wish everyone could get to know her like I do.” During the last 27 years, Dr. Par- nell’s reputation has brought state and local respect to the Sayreville school system. And although she’ll remain within the system after resigning as principal, she admits that “I’m just going to miss school. Being assistant superintendent is a completely differ- ent approach. It’s like graduation — you look forward to it, and then again, you don’t.” ABOVE: Always a believer in the personal touch, Dr. Parnell takes the time to help Kim Wist make schedule changes. Leo Brereton skipped Dr. Parnell's make-up test, but managed to find time to accept his Olympics of the Mind award. Consequently, he discovers the draw- backs of having the principal for a teacher. Administration 127 Mrs. Patti L. Borak Mr. John Ciszewski Mr. Steve J. Cserr Mr. James A. Geletei Mr. William Horvath Abper Would Be Proud Rules are made to be broken. Well, if not broken, maybe altered a bit from time to time. This is the job of the National Federation Softball Rules Committee, of which Ms. Sunski is a member. The rules committee is composed of a group of eight individuals, chosen from around the country by recom- mendation of state high school associ- ations. Coach Sunski has been named to the committee for the past ten years. “I felt it an honor to be chosen; especially since everyone in the United States uses that book.” The commit- tee, which meets in Kansas City annu- ally, alters rules which are outdated and impractical. Ms. Sunski is espe- cially concerned with creating and changing rules to provide for the safety of players (right). Being on the rules committee has taught Ms. Sunski that softball is more than peanuts, hotdogs, and Take Me Out To The Ball Game.” Even Abner Doubleday would be proud of her work. Mrs. Monica F. Newton Mr. Lynn Paul Mr. Alfred Riker Mr. John E. Rupp Mr. John Simko 128 Industrial Arts Home Economics Industrial Arts Home Economics Mrs. Patti L. Borak: BS — Home Economics Mr. John Ciszewski: MA — Industrial Arts Mr. Steve J. Cserr: M.Ed — Industrial Arts Mr. James A. Geletei: BS — Industrial Arts Mr. William Horvath: M.Ed — Industrial Arts Mrs. Monica F. Newton: M.Ed — Home Econom- ics; Department Chairperson Mr. Lynn Paul: MA — Industrial Arts; Set Con- struction Adviser Mr. Alfred Riker: MA — Industrial Arts Mr. John E. Rupp: MA — Industrial Arts Mr. John Simko: MA — Industrial Arts Noticing a lack of comprehension on her stu- dents' faces, Mrs. Borak reiterates a compli- cated point. The sparks fly! Tom Lovely applies an expert touch to remove paint from a car. Explaining a complicated aspect of woodshop, Mr. Paul shows Ron Oldenburg where to go next with his project. Industrial Arts Home Economics 129 A hurried Anne Counsman counts out the proper change to a bazaar customer. Miss Elena M. Leone Mr. Vito Recine Mrs. Patricia Rhatican Mrs. Lorraine W. Simko Mr. Richard W. Tewell Mrs. Evelyn Vlin Mr. John Wortley Mr. Daniel H. Newcomer Special Services Mrs. Caryl Comeforo: MA — Resource Room; Senior Class Adviser Mrs. Laura Galantino; BA — Resource Room; Sophomore Class Adviser Mrs. Christine K. Gola: M.Ed — Special Educa- tion; Sophomore Class Adviser Mrs. Marie Lake: MS — Counselor Miss Elena M. Leone: MA — Counselor Mr. Vito Recine: R.P.T. — Athletic Trainer Mrs. Patricia Rhatican: BA — Nurse Mrs. Lorraine W. Simko: BA — Librarian; Library Council Adviser Mr. Richard W. Tewell: MS — Counselor Mrs. Evelyn Vlin: MA — Counselor Mr. John Wortley: MA — Athletic Director Mr. Daniel H. Newcomer: M.ED — Counseling Miss Leone helps Nancy Boganski reexa- mine career goals. 130 Special Services Showing off their wares, Theresa Bruno. Sue Grasso, Bob Cordes and Debbie Sessa await the onslaught of customers. Edu o Scores A Toucljdowi) There is a member (Edu 30) of the Sayreville football team who never showed up for practice, was never issued any equipment and yet knew more about the game than even the coaches. This member, a computer, mathematically and scientifically ana- lyzed football and baseball statistics. The computer’s contribution was quite different than that of a quarter- back or a linebacker. The football coaches gave Mr. Gilfillan (right), sta- tistics about an opposing team’s offense. With these simple facts he programmed the computer to analyze and organize the information. It came up with a read-out which could reveal such statistics as: how many times each opposing team member gets the ball, and the percentage of the time the individual cuts right or left. This kind of information was routinely recorded by scouts from all teams, but not all teams took advantage of the computer’s advice. Mr. Gilfillan continued his computer- ized analysis into the spring, compiling averages for the baseball team. He described the analysis of baseball sta- tistics as “a much less complicated procedure.” Many people are skeptical about the future of computers, but Mr. Gilfillan, on the other hand, is extremely enthu- siastic about them. He has even gone so far as to say that Any student who graduates with no knowledge of com- puters is at a disadvantage in the job market.” With Mr. Gilfillan’s help, the Bombers were at a definite advantage. Special Services 131 UPS N DOWNS Mrs. Georgia B. Baumann Mrs. Joan Bittle Mrs. Marie J. Carltock Mrs. Joan R. Coppinger Mr. Charles J. T. Cunliffe Mrs. Elyse Gelsinon Mrs. Vija Hazners Mrs. Connie Jardula Ms. Karen Joseph Mr. Charles D. Koenigsberg Mrs. Lorraine Koncz Miss Rita Kopec Miss Christine A. Kwiatkowski Mrs. Laura Lang Mrs. Florence Lasko Mrs. Catherine E. Ludlow Mr. Frank Malanowski Mrs. Dorothy Parks Mrs. Barbara Posunko Mrs. Arlene Sciarappa Mrs. Ellen Shur Language Arts Mrs. Lorraine Koncz: MA — English Mrs. Georgia B. Baumann: MA — Language Miss Rita Kopec: BA — Spanish; Junior Class Adviser 1 Arts Supervisor Miss Joan Bittle: BA — English Miss Christine A. Kwiatkowski: BA — Spanish; Spanish Club, Spanish Honor Society Adviser Mrs. Marie J. Carltock: BA — English Mrs. Laura Lang: BA — English Mrs. Joan R. Coppinger: BS — English; Future Mrs. Florence Lasko: MA — English; Sophomore Teachers of America Adviser Class Adviser Mr. Charles J. T. Cunliffe: BA — Theatre: Drama- Mrs. Catherine E. Ludlow: MA — Spanish; Span- ; tis Personae, Chess Club Adviser ish Honor Society Adviser Mrs. Elyse Gelsinon: M.Ed — English; Images, Mr. Frank Malanowski: BS — English Writer's Feedback, Olympics of the Mind Adviser, Gifted and Talented Facilitator Mrs. Dorothy Parks: MA — French, English; French Club, French Honor Society Adviser Mr. Vija Hazners: BA — English, German; Ger- man Club, German Honor Society Adviser Dr. Marie Parnell: Ed.D — Philosophy Mrs. Connie Jardula: BA — English Mrs. Barbara Posunko: BA — English , Ms. Karen Joseph: BA — English; Quo Vadis Mrs. Arlene Sciarappa: BA — English Adviser Mr. Charles D. Koenigsberg: MA — English Mrs. Ellen Shur: MA — English; Echo Lites Adviser 132 Language Arts Tlje Core of tlje Goldep Apples Unknown to most people, there is another New York baseball team besides the Mets and the Yankees. The Golden Apples, a women’s profes- sional softball team, also calls New York its home. Among the names in the Apple’s starting lineup is phys ed teacher Ms. Sherri Popowski (right). Ms. Popowski played softball at Glassboro College, where her coach suggested she try out for a professional team. After the try-outs, Ms. Popowski found herself playing shortstop for the Golden Apples, a team comprised pri- marily of rookies. The Apples finished third in their Eastern Division, but attained the reputation of “spoilers” by beating top-ranked teams late in the season, and ruining their playoff hopes. The softball season ran from the beginning of June to September. Dur- ing that time, the Apples played against opponents throughout the Eastern half of the country, travelling with all expenses paid. As Ms. Popow- ski expressed, “It was nice to play and get paid.” At the end of the 1980 season, the professional softball league was not sure if it would reorganize for the next season due to financial difficulties. If the league does not return, Ms. Popowski hopes to try out for a team in California. On Iranian day, Ms. Joseph’s English class experiences twelve minutes as a hostage. In the midst of disorganization, Mrs. Shur man- ages to find some humor in a skills test. Language Arts 133 UPS DOWNS: “17-J” Brolje All Tlje Rules Gentlemen, start your engines!” These words have always been familiar to Mr. Ciszewski as part of his sporadic drag racing career. Mr. C (below) is a drag-racing veteran and is now a novice in stock- car racing as well. He recently decided to resume racing with a home-made dragster of his own. The idea of constructing a dragster was formulated a few years ago by Mr. C and Jim Hauser, a colleague from Julian’s Auto Body. Along with a group of friends, Mr. C and Jim decided to break all the rules by build- ing a dragster from a street car. Since dragsters are normally made from scratch, they had to manufacture many of the parts themselves. After a considerable amount of time and effort, the car was successfully trans- formed from Camaro to Dragster. When construction was completed, the car was painted white with blue stripes and numbered 17-J. The “17” represented the birthday of Mr. Cisewski’s daughter, and the “J” is the first initial of both Mr. C and Jim Hau- ser’s names. They hope to race their dragster in Flemington, East Windsor, and Delaware. Whether or not they win is really not important, and all the hours of work don’t seem so long anymore. “We enjoy it because it’s like our little toy.” 134 Humanities Humanities Mr. Kenneth Boardman: Ed.M — History Mr. Louis Carcich: BA — History Mr. Joel Cheskin: BA — History; JV Baseball Coach Mr. William H. Doll: BS — History; Girls' Cross Country; Boys Spring Track Coach Mr. Steven Gozora: BA — History; Varsity Base- ball Coach Mrs. Elizabeth Hellwig: BA — Music; Chorus Adviser; Director of Music - Spring Musical Mr. Robert Hudock: MA — History; Varsity Soc- cer Coach Mrs. Carol Kadi: BA — Art. History Mr. Timothy C. Ketterer: BA — Music; Marching Band, Brass Ensemble, Studio Band, Pit Band Director Mrs. Lee Kratinski: BA — Art; Student Council Mrs. Shelley Logan: BA — History Mr. John Resh: MA — Art; Stage Crew Adviser Mrs. Judith A. Sforza: BA — Art Ms. Carla Sutherland: BS — English. History Mr. Robert Szabo: M.Ed — History Mr. Theodore J. Wybraniec: M.Ed — History Mrs. Sforza points out the detail on a piece of art work to two of her students. The man who bridged the gap with his stu- dents, Mr. Boardman cuts into a chocolate con- fection at his farewell party. Mr. Kenneth Boardman Mr. Louis Carcich Mr. Joel Cheskin Mr. William H. Doll Mr. Steven Gozora Mrs. Elizabeth Hellwig Mr. Robert Hudock Mrs. Carol Kadi Mr. Timothy C. Ketterer Mrs. Lee Kratinski Mrs. Shelley Logan Mr. John Resh Mrs. Judith A. Sforza Ms. Carla Sutherland Mr. Robert Szabo Mr. Theodore J. Wybraniec Humanities 135 =upsjy DOWNS: Tei Years Of Test Tubes Ai d More... There’s a lot more to science than test tubes and microscopes, as Mrs. Romano is well aware. As president- elect of the New Jersey Science Teachers’ Association, she helps pro- vide science teachers with new inform- ation and teaching methods. Mrs. Romano’s election as president was the culmination of her ten years with the institution. Her duties now include conducting instructional work- shops for science teachers throughout all of New Jersey, on all grade levels. Mrs. Romano has previously served as vice president of the organization, during which time she sponsored a workshop at SWMHS. She has also provided the school with a sample of volcanic ash from Mount St. Helen’s, which she acquired from a colleague at an NJSTA meeting. The analysis of the ash was shared with her biology classes. A main objective of Mrs. Romano and the NJSTA is to get people involved with science. One method she uses is to introduce advanced biology classes to the uses of solar energy (below). As president of the organiza- tion, she will have more opportunities to accomplish this goal. Sheer dedica- tion is what drives Mrs. Romano on. Stated very simply, I enjoy the pursuit of science.” Mrs. Barbara Albanir Mrs. Irene Arthur Miss Maureen Bjelka Mr. Martin Bordak Mr. Richard L. Brown Dr. George Evanovich Mr. Fred Uilfillan Miss Barbara Johnson Miss Marianne Kwiatkowski Miss Loretta A. Lamprecht 136 Science Math Science Math Mrs. Barbara Albanir: BA — Science; Science League Adviser Mrs. Irene Arthur: MA — Math Science Supervi- sor Miss Bjelka: BA — Math; Junior Class Adviser Mr. Martin Bordak: BA — Science; Paint and Powder Adviser Mr. Richard L. Brown: BS — Math Dr. George Evanovich: Ed.D — Math; Math Club Adviser Mr. Fred Gilfillan: BS — Math; Boys' Tennis Coach Miss Barbara Johnson: BA — Math; Pep Club Adviser Miss Marianne Kwiatkowski: BA — Science; Stu- dent Council Adviser Miss Loretta A. Lamprecht: BA — Science; Jun- ior Class Adviser Mrs. Carol McCormack: MA — Math Mrs. Anita Mackin: BA — Science; Ecology Club Adviser Dr. George Marotta: Ed.D — Math Miss Eileen Nowicki: BS — Math; Junior Class Adviser Mr. Charles R. Osborn: BS — Math Mrs. Angelina Romano: MA — Science; Biology Club Adviser Miss Donna Weir: MA — Math After a bit of humorous relief, Miss Bjelka leads her class back to the basics of algebra. Mrs. Carol McCormack Mrs. Anita Mackin Dr. George Marotta Miss Eileen Nowicki Mr. Charles R. Osborn Mrs. Angelina Romano Miss Donna Weir ft Enjoying the novelty of an outdoor biology class, Laura Kawalec observes her solar experiment for prog- ress. Science Math 137 LooH Out Red Baroij! The sky is not the limit for Mr. Riker (left). His interest in aviation dates back to his high school years and is now stronger than ever. Mr. Riker’s first taste of aviation came from the Air Troop in 1952, a high school club for students with an interest in flying. He continued to be fascinated with the subject even after finishing school, and finally, in 1971, he decided to take flying lessons. After two more years, he obtained his single engine pilot’s license. Since then he has flown over 400 miles. Mr. Riker has not let his enthusiasm for flying wane since getting his pilot’s license. However, when Dr. Parnell requested that he teach a course in aeronautics, his passion for the air was revived with a new fervor. Now his love for aviation extends beyond the cockpit, and into the class- room. In teaching about flying, Mr. Riker emphasized that the airplane pilot is kept constantly active, unlike the automobile driver. “Flying is not like driving a car; flying involves con- stant correction.’’ Mr. Riker’s interest in aviation has provided him with a unique outlook on life, perhaps because he often gets a bird’s-eye view of it. Ms. Susan Maurer Mr. George Orlando Ms. Sherry Popowski Ms. Janet L. Ryan Ms. Judith Sunski Mr. John H. Tyszkiewicz Mr. Leonard Zaleski Mr. Kevin M. Barnes Mrs. Miriam E. Fehrle Mr. Stephen Hefele Mr. Jack Hefelfinger Mr. Larry Helwig Mr. James W. Inman 138 Physical Education CAFETERIA WORKERS: FRONT ROW: M. Salvaggio. M. Woods, A. Ferreri (Mgr), A Miara, S. Tru- chan. BACK ROW:C. Gurgol, M. Orrigo, R. Raymond, L. Nayduch, M. Thomas, J. Balon. Physical Education Mr. Kevin M. Barnes: BA — Physical Education; Head Football Coach Mrs. Miriam E. Fehrle: BS — Physical Education; Cheerleading Coach Mr. Stephen Hefele: BS — Physical Education; Boys' Varsity Basketball Coach Mr. Jack Hefelfinger: M.Ed — Physical Educa- tion Department Chairperson; Boys' Gymnas- tics Coach Mr. Larry Helwig: BS — Physical Education; Golf Coach Mr. James W. Inman; BS — Physical Education; JV Soccer Coach Ms. Susan Maurer: BS — Physical Education; Girls' Spring Track, Girls' Tennis Coach Mr. George Orlando: BA — Physical Education Ms. Sherry Popowski: BS — Physical Education Ms. Janet L. Ryan: BS — Physical Education; Senior Class Adviser; Girls' JV Basketball. Var- sity Softball Coach Ms. Judith Sunski: BS — Physical Education; Girls' Varsity Basketball Coach Mr. John H. Tyszkiewicz: BS — Physical Educa- tion; Football, Weight Training Coach Mr. Leonard Zaleski: M.Ed — Physical Educa- tion; Wrestling, Football Coach SECRETARIES: Mrs. Arlene Hahn. Mrs. Margaretta Buchanan, Mrs. Doris Buckiewicz, Mrs. Maryann Mueller, Mrs. Connie Sieczkowski, Mrs. Mildred Trent, Mrs. Nancy Jankowski. Sec’y. 139 CUSTODIANS: FRONT ROW: W. Malanowski, A. Larciczack, P. Angelhone, E. Siebek, M. Spano. BACK ROW: J. Szecine, J. Carney, C. Bressler, R. Hartman, J. Dittman, J. Smigechi. Gina Cascais attempts a new style on a cus- tomer guaranteed not to complain. A cheerful Mrs. Groncki points out an error on Pat Hartman's typing assignment. Mrs. Moore demonstrates the proper techniques of curling to Debbie Murphy. Business Mr. John D. Caliendo: MBA — Business; FBLA Adviser Mrs. Patricia A. Coleman: MA — Business Mr. Patrick J. Dineen: MA — Business Mrs. Mary Dulemba: M.Ed — Business Depart- ment Supervisor Mrs. Barbara A. Groncki: MA — Business Mrs. Patricia A. Haltli: BS — Business Mrs. Patricia A. Moore: BA — Cosmetology Mrs. Pamela Parillo: BA — Business; FSA Adviser Mrs. Joan Romatowski: BS — Business Mr. Donald E. Schmeyer: M.Ed — Business; DEC A Adviser Miss Darlene M. Schwenk: BS — Business 140 Business Mr. John D. Caliendo Mrs. Patricia A. Coleman Mr. Patrick J. Dineen Mrs. Mary Dulemba Mrs. Barbara A. Groncki Mrs. Patricia A. Haltli Edgar AllepPljew- Morc Tl?ai? A Poet People often boast of their ability to relate to ordinary domestic pets, but to gain a rattlesnake’s affection is no easy task! Miss Lamprecht is more than an average animal lover and befriends ani- mals ranging from a skunk to a gila monster. Miss Lamprecht’s skunk, appropri- ately named Edgar Allen Phew, has been the topic of many discussions in her biology classes. Many teachers and students wander in before home- room to hesitantly meet their first skunk (left). Another member of Miss Lam- precht’s menagerie is her cat named Woden, who was brought back to life by the class of ’81. She rescued him after he was abandoned and trapped inside a plastic bag. Miss Lamprecht also houses her share of reptiles, including gila monsters and rattles- nakes. “They’re just as warm and affectionate as some furry animals,” she points out. Teaching provides Miss Lamprecht with an outlet to combine her interest in people and animals. By exposing her students to just more than common pets, she teaches more than just biol- ogy. Mrs. Patricia A. Moore Mrs. Pamela Parillo Mrs. Joan Romatowski Mr. Donald E. Schmeyer Miss Darlene M. Schwenk Business 141 UPS N DOWNS: Arthur Almeida Liza Alvarado Bob Alvear Dean Anderson John Anderson Rob Anthony Leah Antone Debra Antonides Cindy Appell Frank Auriemmo Jill Bailey Marcy Bailey Danielle Balsamo Mary Bartlinski Chris Basso Ed Baszak A Love Affair Witty Music Can a love affair with music be as serious as the real thing? While some may think that seven years is a long time to spend on a single undertaking, Liza Alvarado disagrees. “I love to play and practice. The piano has opened new doors for me and is a big part of my life.” During the past seven years, Liza has perfected her skill. By entering var- ious talent shows, she has won two first place trophies and a pair of second place awards as well. She now plays professionally at weddings and other formal events. Besides being rewarded financially, playing for an audience helped Liza ‘‘to get used to people and to get over stage fright.” Liza’s family has encouraged her to continue with her endeavors but they haven’t pushed her into anything. For now, it seems that playing the piano will remain a sideline for Liza. Although not planning to major in music in col- lege, she explains, “music is a part of me and it will be with me wherever I go” The only way for Liza Alvarado to perfect her skill is practice .. . practice . .. practice. 142 Sophomores Tom Battaglia Jessica Bauer JeanMarie Baumann Dawn Baxter Leonard Beck Nadine Becker Judy Berardicelli Theresa Bergeron Judi Bernicker Nancy Binder Paul Binder Lisa Blaszka Lori Blaszka Coleen Bloodgood Susan Bodnar Laura Boehm Ron Bolton Michelin Bonnefin Jacalyn Bouchard Cindy Bozan John Brady Mike Brady Marie Braitsch Joe Brand Stamatis Bratsano Glenn Brego Allison Bremer Bonnie Brewer James Buckalew Janice Budny Sue Bufano Joyce Bukow Theresa Buono Bill Burgermeister Harold Burke Ralph Burnett Kathy Burns Charles Bush Karl Businski Kathleen Byrnes Arlette Callahan Dawn Cameron Mary Campbell Danny Capeci John Carney David Carollo Barry Carr Joann Carr Karen Carstens Michael Caruso Natalie Casale John Casella Larry Castlegrant Christine Cejner Kim Cenci Mary Chance Karen Chaplin Maria Chiacchiaro David Christensen Kathleen Clarke Neil Cohen Jesse Colter Darlene Collier Kevin Comerford Edward Compta Ed Condiracci Maureen Coyle Julianne Coyne Colleen Crozier Scott Cumber Maryam Cunliffe Rob Curotto Sophomores 143 ups|Nl DOWNS: Brian Curtis Paul Cusumano Laurie Cypra Robert Cyr Ken Dalton Bruce D'Amato Vinnie D’Ambra Rich Dankovcik Paul D'Arpa Douglas Decker John De Forne Dina DelGesso Larry Del Guercio Debra Deliman Ken Dempkowski Donald DePasquale Steve DiAngelis Janet Diaz Tom Dibenedetto Annette Dill Paul DiSciullo George Dittmer Jill Dolan Judy Dolan Laura Downes John Dyczok Tony Esposito Melanie Fallon Michael Fallon John Fanok Colleen Fargo Romona Farrelly Carmine Fauci Bob Fazekas Keri Fenstermaker Kevin Ferguson Patrick Ferguson Ivan Ferro Ken Festino Brice Field Stacie Field Mike Fingerlin FRONT ROW: Mrs. Moore. V. Pres. Stacie Field. SECOND ROW: Sec'y Bonnie Brewer. Treas. Kim Pancurak. Mrs. Lasko. BACK ROW: Mrs. Galantino. Mrs. Gola, Pres. Jay Medlin. 144 Sophomores Wlj© Moved Tlje Cafeteria? The first day of school is the most traumatic for the sopho- mores. They have been told how unique the high school experience would be, but somehow the perception was different from the actuality. The upperclassmen looked older and taller than imagined and getting to classes seemed strange and confusing. The rooms never seemed to be quite where they were supposed to be and just “following the numbers” was not as easy as it sounded. But, after getting over their initial newness, the sopho- more class established its place in the school. They fell right into step starting with their homecoming float. “Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?” became a perti- nent theme for the newest members of the school. In their five-weeks of prepa- ration for the float, they were assisted by class advisers Mrs. Moore, Mrs. Lasko, Mrs. Galatino, and Mrs. Gola. Class officers Jay Medlin, Stacie Field, Bonnie Brewer, and Kim Pancurak also proved essential to the class of ’83. The sale of popcorn kits in October proved only mildly successful finan- cially, but very successful in raising the interest of the class. The sale added to the unity of the Class of ’83 by getting more students active in their class. Lisa Firestine Cathy Fischer Terry Fischer Bernadette Fitzpatrick Brian Flaherty Pat Fogarty Chuck Foschini Helen Freid Beth Freyer Mark Fusco Jim Gallagher Mark Gallagher Maria Ganci Frank Garrick Alfred Gawron Terri Geiger Joseph Geleta Karyn Gellis Doreen Genua Nancy Gerard Susan Gerlesky Susan Gibbons Susan Giesler ThomSs Gilbert Eric Gilkie Ray Ginman Jeanne Goodman Linda Goodspeed Steven Grabas Kathy Grau Bob Gullo Tom Gunia Bob Halmi Dave Haltli Kathy Haney Darryl Hansel Danielle Harding Kelly Ann Harrigan Jeannie Harrison Patricia Harrison Tom Hartman Irene Hauber Debbie Heimall Kirstin Heise Eric Helleland Jeff Hellinger Paul Herrick Lori Hesterhagen Gregg Higgins Eileen Himey Doreen Hogan Laurie Hogarth Jeff Holsworth Brent Holup Sophomores 145 UPS DOWNS Applause-Tl e Diann Hoover Gail Hope Peter Horbatt Robin Howells Ken Jablonski Irene Jadwinski Jennifer Janson Jody Jarusiewicz Glenn Jeannette Jill Jedrusiak Frank Jones Marybeth Jones Molly Jones Maryann Kaczynski Connie Kalamaras Emanuel Kalamaras Peter Kalamaras Vicky Kallnischkies Ultimate Reward! Her head in the clouds, Kelly Harrigan dreams of Broadway stardom. Leotards, dance shoes, and exercise routines have been a part of Kelly Harrigan’s life since first grade. Although she spent many hours practicing, she never got bored. My mother enrolled me in a dance class when I was seven, and since then I have studied ballet, acro- batics, and jazz, explained Kelly. Encouraged by her family, Kelly has taken dance lessons at Jacquelyn’s Studio of Dance for the past eight years. The studio staged biannual pro- ductions choreographed by the instructor, in which members of each dance class participated. Recitals were performed in front of parents and other admirers, and loud applause was reward enough for hard work. My friends are surprised at my per- severance but I think they respect me for it. Kelly seriously considers danc- ing professionally. It would be a chal- lenge .. . and it would be great to be in the limelight on Broadway. 146 Sophomores Janet Kaminski Richard Kausch Brian Kearney Manny Keir Rich Kelly James Kennovin Tim Kieras Kevin Kiernan Gary Kinsel Cindy Kiyak Vince Kjersgaard Keith Knoell Kathy Kole Joan Koller Kim Kominkiewicz Kim Konkowski Joanne Konopka Diane Koprowicz Cindy Kornblum Ed Kosciewicz Janet Kotkin Barry Kotsak Anna Kottaras Cheryl Kowalewski Stephanie Kowalski Carol Kowzan John Krall Russell Krause Tom Kreseski Chris Krieger Judy Krumbine Walter Krzyzkowski Alison Kulick John Kulin Doreen Kupsch Linda LaBranche Matt Ladzinski Vickie Laikowski Tim Lakomski Pete Landwehr Robin Larsen Mike Lawrence Lori Leccese Tammy Lehman Sharie Levenson Marian Lipay Terese Liscio Mary Locha Gina Lombardi Michele Lomeli Linda Loughman Lisa Lubin Kim Lukowitz Patty Lynch Robert Lyons Joseph McCartney Jim McCormack Janice McCoy Daniel McCurdy Barbara McDonald Patrick McFeeley Maureen McGuire Kelly McKeon Moira McNamara Maureen McSorley Valerie McVeigh Ann Marie Macaluso Anthony Magliocco Ed Mahalick Steve Mahn Angela Mancini Barbara Mankowski Lonny Marcinczyk Joy Margolies Karen Marino Denise Marsch Sharon Martens Dan Martin Joanne Matagrano Robert Matt Sophomores 147 UPS N downs; Goverprpept Takeover Model U.N. members Karen Marino, Lisa Potoski, Jean Baumann and Janet Kaminski gather information about Burma. Barbara Matthews Ron Matthews Thomas Matysik Andrew Maze Cathy Mazzara Debra Meany Jay Medlin Rich Meisner Linda Meyer Ray Miara Ron Miara Teresa Michalik Elaine Michel Barbara Miller Beth Mills Lisa Mitrosky Christopher Mohr Tim Morales Michelle Moran Theresa Mosca Ellen Mosulak Eileen Mrvicin Rich Mulligan Linda Munoz Michele Mureski Patty Murray Claudia Naglich Kenneth Nash Chris Nebus Jeanne Nehila Chris Neilson Sheryl Neminski 148 Sophomores Rich Nixon Moira Norrington Regina O'Boyle Maureen O'Connell Tara O’Connell Terrence O’Connor Mary Beth O’Donnell Michael O'Hare Jody Oleniak Paul Ortiz Lynn Osnato Matt Pachkowski Patricia Paldino Barbara Palermo Kim Pancurak Andrew Parisio Dan Parker Kathy Pashley Susan Pasternak Phil Patalano Phil Patel Scott Paul Scott Paulson Richard Pavlik Mimi Pedro Marilyn Pena Mike Peters Cindy Peterson Ann Marie Piekarski Greg Platt Scott Poetsch Patrick Popola William Post Elizabeth Potoski Diane Poweska Christine Poweski Dan Prevoznak Scott Prusecki Mark Przybylowski Tom Reagan Caroline Reese Patricia Reynolds Carol Richardson Pam Richel Mark Risley Brandon Roberts Mary Roma Scott Rooney Although most people seem to respond apathetically to politics, four high school girls have already become involved in the political scene. Karen Marino, Lisa Potoski, Janet Kaminski and Jeanmarie Baumann became youth ambassadors as part of the YMCA’s “Youth in Government’’ pro- gram. After months of research and local “mock sessions’’ to become acq- uainted with UN procedures, the girls attended a national meeting in Wash- ington D.C. on December 5, 6 and 7. Over the course of three days, the youth ambassadors discussed critical international issues and debated possi- ble solutions. While in the nation's capital, the girls served as the ambassadors represent- ing the Far Eastern nation of Burma. Lisa was a member of the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, and Janet served on the Committee of World Health. Karen was part of the International Economic Order and Jeanmarie acted as Burma's ambassa- dor to the UN General Assembly. Each of the girls worked at their respective functions for the peace, welfare and security of Burma. Besides becoming aware of the problems of foreign nations, the girls also met the ambassadors from Uganda and Egypt. They considered themselves very fortunate to speak with these foreign dignitaries, and thought the whole experience to be an enlightening one. “Everyone was nice and treated us with respect.’’ Sophomores 149 8 rprp Magic If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a movie must be worth a million. Sophomore Paul Cusumano has used 8 millimeter movies to capture his thoughts on film. For the past year, Paul has used a movie camera and some film to express himself. His family and friends were the actors, and his everyday sur- roundings were the stage. Filming an entire movie may take as long as a few weeks, although some were completed in a half-hour. The majority of the time, however, was spent thinking of mate- rial to film. Paul has dabbled in still photogra- phy but considers movies to be much more exciting. He feels that motion pic- tures allow more room for creativity and entertainment. Paul’s major concern has always been financing his movies, which can cost almost ten dollars for every three minutes that appear on screen. He has not let this problem sidetrack him, and he is continually planning future films. Paul plans a career in producing or directing, but he claims that, at the moment, he films primarily for the fun of it. Lights... Camera... Action! Paul Cusumano readies the projector for his film. Ray Rovira Jim Royle Ken Rudy Matt Ruszczyk Kathleen Rydzewski David Saltzman Dina Sanzeri Doreen Savona John Scanlon Penny Scavone John Schachel Beth Ann Schack Bethany Scheid Sandy Schiller Dave Schmidt Linda Schneider Kelly Scully Paul Seaman Lisa Shabatun Rohit Shah Adrienne Shapiro 150 Sophomores June Shell Mike Shymanski Connie Siekowski Dave Singer David Sivilli Stephanie Skibicki Eric Skolnik Kathy Slesinski Debbie Smiglesky Cathy Smith Robert Smith Adam Sosulski Andrea Spiegel Dawn Spinola Walter Starzec William Stasse Debra Stefanski Veronica Stoddard Lori Stoebling Danny Streimer Laura Sullivan Helen Sutthill Gail Sutton Patricia Sweeney Lori Szczepanik Frank Szukics Eric Szulc Cynthia Szumowski Magdy Tadros Jean Targonski Joan Targonski Ed Tauber Jackie Tauby Cindy Telepan Lisa Thomas Joann Tierney Walter Tomkoski Sharon Trainer Jackie Trawinski Rich Trawinski Sharon Tremel Lynn Trepesowsky MikeTrovato PaulTsaptsinos Jill Turner David Ullman Tony Valente Shari VanFossen Mike Veronsky Robert Vicino Robert Vincent Dawn Vroom John Wagner Walter Warzecha Kim Weber Teddy Wedekind Michael Weinstein Kurt Wenzel Tim Wiamer Jacqueline Williams Steve Winant Kim Wist Staci Wong Janet Wos Steve Wren Cynthia Wright George Writesel Kathy Yin Cheryl Yuhas Jim Yuhasz Mike Yuhasz John Zaczek Jeff Zajac Alicia Zambo Joe Zarconi Tom Zientek Richard Zimmerman Bill Zrebiec Alyeece Zulin Sophomores 151 Joe Albany Cindy Allman Alisa Alster Eric Amarescu Dave Anderson Nancy Anderson Aaron Applegate Jill Armus Dara Bachman Karen Bailey David Balka Jill Ballo Linda Basso Louise Baszak Gail Batissa Mark Battiato Lorry Bender Dina Berardicelli Jim Besso Thomas Best Ken Beyer Steve Biancamano Bob Blanda Deneen Blaszka Tim Blaszka Melissa Bobbins Holly Bocson John Boda Nancy Boganski Deanna Bolger Frank Borawski Randy Borup Kevin Bottomly Jim Bourke Tom Bowes Frank Bracht Julie Brady Ken Brady Melisa Brander Cheryl Breitweiser Debbie Bremer Patti Brien Bernadette Brower Denise Brown Tom Brugnoli Linda Brys Ann Buckler Bob Bunyon Lois Burkshot Sheila Burrell Joe Burzynski Bob Butler Susan Byrnes Jeannine Callahan Alden Camacho Nancy Cannella Tricia Carlesimo Danny Carlo Erin Carney Tony Castronovo Holly Chance MikeChernow Steve Chirico Dianne Chudkowski Dawn Ciavarro Jeanne Ciccarone Jim Cirko Warren Clark Kate Clarke Mike Coman Vivienne Compta 152 Juniors Double Talb Spanish is not confined to the classroom for Barbara Fox. For the past four years, she has been an interpreter for her Cuban neighbors, Sara and Ramone Ferra. This experience proved to be as bene- ficial for Barbara as it was for the Fer- ras. Barb helped the family with shop- ping, translating the mail, and making appointments. As a result, she acquired a fluency in Spanish not obtainable in a classroom. By assisting the Ferras with ordinary tasks she also had the chance to learn about the Cuban culture. The Ferras explained to Barbara what it was like to live under Communist control. They also shared a number of Hispanic dishes with her, which Barbara claims “are really deli- cious.” Since starting to study Spanish in 8th grade, learning the language has become “more interesting and excit- ing.” She acquired several Spanish- speaking pen pals, and learned from them as well. All of Barbara’s opportu- nities gave her the incentive to con- tinue her study of the language and to pursue a Spanish-oriented career. A smile conveys the same message in any lan- guage tor Barbara Fox. Keith Conlon Jim Conners Sandra Conover Bette Conroy Linda Consolo Mike Cook Joseph Cooney Monica Corrigan Denise Corsetti Pam Cowan Robert Crowe Lori Curren Anthony Cusumano Jeff Cutrona Diane Danella Patty DeBiase Dave DeFilippis Marie Defino Celeste DelGatto Joann Deliman Marie Delmotte Jon Delucia Phyllis DeMarco Patti DeMild Mike Denino William Deutsch Wendi DeWorth Diane Diaczyszyn John Domino Denise Donnelly Marjorie Down Nancy Doyle Laureen Drwal Glynn Dubil Lisa Duffy Juniors 153 jp J down: Sean Dunn Thomas Dunn Joe During Kenneth Dwyer Thomas Edgington Rose Esposito Robin Farfel Kevin Fargo Ron Fehl Nick Ferri Sal Ferrigno Jeff Flanagan Robyn Fleming Sharon Fogarty Lou Ford Barbara Fox Tim Fraass Lori Freeman Donald Fruehwirth Chris Gallagher Jack Gallagher Ken Gallagher Michele Garbowski Kathy Garnett JoAnn Geipel Joe Geletei Scott Gerba Cathy Giamboi Linda Giddes Wendy Glenn James Godowski John Golaszewski Bernice Golla Wendy Good Kris Gorka Sharon Grabas Robin Graff James Grandjean Donna Green Louise Griffith Chris Gronsky Jodi Guancione Jeff Guarino Danny Gugliotta John Gugliotta Cheryl Hagopian Rodger Hahneman Drew Haley Charlotte Hall Tom Haltli Scott Hamma Laura Hammer Kathy Hampson Donna Hanstein A quiet room provides Kim Kantor with the best atmosphere for writing. 154 Juniors Love Notes There’s punk rock, country music, classical, the “big band sound, and good old rock and roll. No matter the personal prefer- ence, no matter an AM or FM station, music plays a major role in most every- one’s day. For Kim Kantor, music is possibly the most important part of her life. Kim finds that writing music holds the greatest interest for her. She began writing when she was fourteen years old. Like most artists who find inspira- tion in the wee hours, Kim wrote her first song, Worth the Cost, on a sum- mer night at 2:00 AM. Her instant tal- ents seem to peak quickly, because over the next few months she com- posed only four songs. Kim’s interest was renewed when her father gave her a guitar on her fifteenth birthday and she taught herself to play by ear! Suddenly, Kim began to average three to four songs a week. Of her forty-five songs, her personal favorites are Gypsy Dreamer, Cry for the Song, which has a political theme and Death Rose which is a hate song. Kim explained that she wrote this after a fight with a friend and decided to “take it out on a song rather than my friend.” A true writer, Kim bases her lyrics on true life situations. “I write for feelings and experiences in the world. Maureen Hardy Judi Harnick Patricia Hartman Scott Hastie William Haynes Lise Anne Helpa Sheri Hept Barbara Herbert Mary Holliday Jeanne Holt John Holthausen Ralph Holthausen Dawnn Hoover Coleen Hope Shawn Hospador Margaret Hourahan Sharon Hrankowski Sandra Hufford Lisa Hughes Scott Huguenin Janet Hummel Mary Ann Hyatt Cheryl Izworski Anthony Jaronsky Jill Jarusiewicz David Jarvis Mike Jasion Joanne Johnson Doreen Jolly Helena Jones John P. Jones Joann Josso Gayle Juliano Jody Kabat Bob Kaelin Lauri Kane Kim Kantor Olga Karounos Donna Kawalec Kevin Kazmierski Joe Kearney Terry Kearney Jackie Kenny Robert Kenny Robert Khan John Kiernan Tracy Kilian Lisa Kirk Patti Kirk Jeannine Kirsch Sherri Kjersgaard Brett Klaproth Kristine Klauder Ellen Kleinow Jacqueline Knast Bernadette Kobstad Juniors 155 Christine Kopek Keith Kovaleski Elise Kowzan Fred Krumbine Susan Kryzkowski Valerie Kubisiak Karen Kuciel Kim Kurczeski Mark Kurtz Robert Kwiecinski Mark Ladzinski Ray LaFontaine Debbie Landsberg Jim Larsen Lorraine Laskiewicz William Lasko Bruce Lichtenstein Wayne Locklin Judy Lockwood Kevin Loughman Janet Lovely David Loy Karen Lubin Warren Luther Christa Lytkowski Kathy McCloud Caroline McCurdy Phil McCutcheon Todd McGrath Kathy McHugh Bill McKenney Tim McKeon Cathi McLean Karen Mackiewicz Denise Malik Dennis Mascali Nanette Masters Anthony Matagrano Michelle Matt Susan Matthews Vicky Matthews Susan Medford Allan Medin John Medvetz Liz Meier Susan Meise Melissa Michalik Regina Michalik Mike Mikhalik Michele Milano Kurt Miller John Mininno Cheryl Moran Scott Morton David Moskowitz Kim Mowery Steve Mozdzen Barbara Muller Leroy Mullican Jeffrey Mulligan Fabrizio Munoz Michael Murtha Joan Nagle Terri Nehila Mark Neilson Leonard Nerbetski Jim Nesterwitz Ken Nevin Mark Newcomer Charles Nieves Dawn Norel Dean Notte 156 Juniors Tl?e Mi ljt of A Red Belt Laura Novelli Linda Nowicki Michelle O’Boyle Eileen O'Connell Richard O'Connor Dan O'Kelly Mike Okie Michael Oleksza Thomas Olsen Jeff Ordner Mary Orlowicz Sharon O'Rourke Jill Osterbye Leona Ott Cathy Pahira Ron Paldino Most people’s familiarity with Martial Arts is limited to Bruce Lee movies and the old Kung- Fu television show. Alden Camacho, however, is a bit more knowledgeable than most people. He has been learn- ing the art of self-defense since he was five years old. Alden was first introduced to the Martial Arts by his uncle, a master in kung-fu. jeet-kun-do, ai kido, and karate. He attended a special school in Newark to receive professional instruc- tion, and there he earned a red-belt in karate. After completing his third year at the school, he discontinued his les- sons and decided to teach himself. He practiced over thirty hours a week to perfect his skill. Alden has also learned to defend himself with Oriental weapons, like numchukus and stars. While Alden's knowledge of Martial Arts will obviously be helpful for defending himself, he also considers it a hobby and hopes to go back to school soon. The art of working with numchukus is demonstrated by Alden Camacho David Parkinson Steve Paskell Jill Pazur Kate Pelszynski Joe Pena Stephen Pentek Michelle Pepsin Pat Petrozzi Scott Pfeiffer Ann Marie Phillips Paul Pietraszka George Pinaha John Piserchia Jill Podbelski Mark Polak Mike Polidori Juniors 157 ups downs------- Gerard Porpora Pam Poth Regina Poulos Tracy Poulos Kyle Pretti Camille Provenza Jim Prusarczyk Pam Przygoda Ellen Pytel Phil Quigley Mark Rasimowicz Dale Raub Connie Regelski Missy Rehfuss Adam Reisman Cindy Rewekant Carol Ricci Laurie Ricciardi Lisa Roesner Tom Rolzhausen Hedy Roma Alan Romel Jeff Rosenblum Adam Rosinski Miguel Ruiz Frances Rupp Darrin Russo Bill Ryan Shelley Sabine Dave Sabo Lenora Sadowski MikeSaltzman David Salvatore Joe Salvatore Maria Samaniego Chris Samuel Cindy Santaniello Dorian Sanzeri Cheryl Schaefer Linda Schenkel Chris Schicchi Gregg Schorr Elaine Scranton Chris Seaman Anita Segarra Joe Seminaro Mike Servedio Lisa Shalkauskas Brian Shann Sue Sharrock Steve Shortino Maritsa Sideris Jim Simcox Vicky Skibicki Jr. Woijderlaijd No longer the “low man on the totem pole,” the juniors returned in September with a whole new attitude toward high school. They entered the building on the first day and this time they knew where all the rooms were. Meeting new teachers was not the mystery it had been as sophomores. Somehow, the ups and downs of each day were easier to cope with. The traditional building of a Home- coming Float was the only similarity with last year. The theme of timeless- ness was captured in Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland. Parading around the track were Alice, the White Rabbit, and a menagerie of Wonderland char- acters. Like all Junior classes before it, they coped with the burdens of raising money to sponsor their Prom. 158 Juniors Eileen Skurka Brian Smith Charlene Smith Leisha Smith Stephanie Sobiranski Bob Solden Wendy Sorensen Paul Soto Michelle Spolowitz Bob Stary Jim Stavola Linda Steckert MikeStefanski Ron Steiner Cheryl Stofan Rosanda Strika Joann Strugala John Sukunda Mein Sun Steve Szabo Steve Szczecina Chris Szot Mike Szymanski Karen Thompson Tracey Tisdale Tracy Treat Fred Tupkielewicz Scott Turner George Uhrig Jamie Unkel Sandy Unkel Glenn VanWhy Elaine VanWoeart Debra Vermeal Richard Vicari Maryann Wajda Kathy Walus Greg Wasilewski Mike Wasko John Welsh Robin White Scott White Teresa Wiamer Kathy Williams Steve Wintergrass David Wojcik Edward Wolf Paul Wolski Robert Worden Mark Yetman Paul Zabaleta BilIZeyen Steven Zihala Terry Ziobro FRONT ROW: Miss Bjelka, Pres. Tricia Carlesimo. Miss Lamprecht. BACK ROW: Miss Kopec, V. Pres. Kathy Walus, Sec'y Terry Howardson, Treas. Jody Kabat, Miss Nowicki, Sec’y Jill Armus. Juniors 159 UPsJ fl DOWNS The Perfect lO The Top Of The Class Laura Saltzman Valedictorian The 80’s began with the search for the perfect 10.” The Class of ’81 found its top ten with the announce- ment of class ranks. Laura Saltzman, Valedictorian of the Class of '81, feels that “Life is too short to waste time complaining about it.” Although she has no definite plans for the future, Laura has decided that working with people is important because the world is just empty space without them.” Lynne Jones, Salutatorian, hopes to receive greater exposure to the real world. Too often people get so wrap- ped up in their own private little wars that they lose themselves, and find that while they were gone, the rest of the world passed them by.” Third-ranked Marc Toglia takes a lot of pride in his work. The years and ded- ication involved with becoming a doc- tor don’t bother Marc because his ultimate goal is my MD.” Although proud of her fourth place in this highly competitive class, Lisa Cypra admits, “Schoolwork was always close to the bottom of my list of priorities.” Excited to be number five, Diane Gizzi was glad that the three years invested in high school were somehow worth it. To Don Ferenci, school was some- thing that should be fun. Proud of his sixth place in the class, Don never let schoolwork get in the way of goofing off.” If you’re the best you can be, and reach your maximum ability, then you’ve never wasted a thing,” claims seventh ranked Pam Sowley. Mary Lou Wolski was happy and sur- prised to find herself number eight in the top ten. Somewhat of a comedian, Mary Ellen Trickel, number nine, finds that it is wise Not to take life too seriously because you won't get out of it alive.” Rich Becker’s cynical outlook on life is very evident in his future plans. I plan to be extremely wealthy, bribe several politicians and play a perfect round of golf.” Whatever the future holds, number ten will be shaping his own destiny. 160 Top 10 Madeline Jones Salutatorian With a style that is singularly his own, Paul Eska is constantly baffled by the actions of his fellow classmates. Marisa Blaszka captures the essence of spring with her smile. During the last few moments of class, seniors find the time to take a recess from work and exchange jokes and gossip. Angelic looking Stan Johnson seems to sprout devilish horns thanks to the antics of his friend Tom Rob- ertson. Senior Candids 161 =ups|Nl DOWNS: The Pride Of Craftsmen Today it’s hard to find craftsmen who believe that pride in their work is more important than price. Automated equipment and mass production have made woodwork by hand almost obso- lete. However, Mr. Paul’s advanced workshop class has found that carpen- try can still be used for enjoyment as well as practicality. The seniors in Mr. Paul’s advanced class have used their woodworking skills to build projects more valuable than the furniture sold in most stores. Bernie Malik (right) spent two months and about $160 building a full sized walnut grandfather clock for his mother. Brian Bottomly’s Old English style turncraft clock cost him about $80 for necessary parts, and took him three months to complete. The projects needn’t be time con- suming and expensive though. Tom Marsch finished a cedar corner cabinet in only three weeks for a grand total of precisely $13.30. His brother Tim built a pine end table in the same time for even less money. According to Mr. Paul, “the senior attitudes are great,’’ as most of the students work independently. In addi- tion, most of these exceptional wood- workers hope to pursue careers as machinists or carpenters. Lisa Accardo Gary S. Aich Jacquelyn A. Albany Janice K. Albert Andrew A. Altieri Doug Anderson Laura Anderson Brian Anthony 162 Seniors Margaret Antonitis John Antonucci Lisa Appel Fred Applegate Richard C. Ashe Ed Bailey Laura Lynn Bailey Karen Baker Joe Balsamo Michele Lorraine Balzamo Natalie Jeanine Barbella Ronald Bartkovsky Richard K. Baumann Lee J. Becker Richard Becker Pete Behr LISA ACCARDO: 17 No. Edward St., Sayre. FBLA 2, Treas. 3, 4. GARY S. AICH: 17 Green- hill Ave.. Parlin. Football 2, 4. JACQUELYN A. ALBANY: 802 Charles St,, So. Amboy. German Club 2; Quo Vadis 2, 4; Tennis 2, 3. 4; Boys’ Tennis Mgr. 2. JANICE K. ALBERT: 22 So. Edward St., Sayre. Spring Musical 2, 3. ANDREW A. ALTIERI: 13 Parkway Place, Parlin. DOUG ANDERSON: 9 Maple St., Parlin. Base- ball 4. LAURA ANDERSON: 44 Kenneth Ave., Parlin. BRIAN ANTHONY: 17 Cheyenne Dr , Parlin. Football 2, 3, 4. MARGARET ANTONI- TIS: 11 plenwood Dr.. Sayre. Spanish Club 2, 3. 4: SHS 2. 3. 4; Echo Lites 4. JOHN ANTO- NUCCI: 13 Cheyenne Dr., Parlin. LISA APPEL: 604 Main St., Sayre. German Club 2, 4. FRED APPLEGATE: 244 Kath St., So. Amboy. RICH- ARD C. ASHE: 10 Parkway Place, Parlin. ED BAILEY: 3147 Washington Rd.. Parlin. JV Bas- ketball 2. LAURA LYNN BAILEY: 142V? Main St.. Sayre. Spring Track 4 KAREN BAKER: 30 Becker Dr., Parlin. JOE BALSAMO: 5 Cotton- wood Dr., Sayre. JV Basketball 2; Basketball 3. MICHELE LORRAINE BALZAMO: 103 No. Edward St., Sayre. Spanish Club 2, 4; JV Field Hockey 2, 3; Girls’ Basketball Mgr. 3. NATALIE JEANINE BARBELLA: 13 Camden St., Parlin. Biology Club 2, 4, Pres. 3; French Club 2. 3, 4; FHS 2. 3, Sec’y 4; Pep Club 2. 3, 4; Echo Lites 2, 3, 4; Spring Track 2; Spanish Club 3, 4; Quo Vadis 2, 3, Layout Editor 4; NHS 3, Sec’y 4; Images 3, 4; Spring Musical 3; Props Mistress 4; Chorus 4; Swim Team 4. RONALD BART- KOVSKY: 77 Wilson Ave., Parlin. RICHARD K. BAUMANN: 14 Greenhill Ave., Parlin. DECA 4. LEE J. BECKER: 8 Cheyenne Dr., Parlin. RICH- ARD BECKER: 28 Driftwood Dr., Parlin. French Club 2, 3, 4; FHS 2, 3, 4; Echo Lites 2, 3, 4; Images 2, 3, 4; Math Club 4; Chess Club 4; NHS 3, 4. PETE BEHR: 4 Lani St., So. Amboy. Seniors 163 David B. Bertschy Lee Betzler Kathy Beyer Joyce Bienias Adrianne Binda Michele Birardi Michael Bird Kevin Blaszka Marisa N. Blaszka Sharyn Gaye Bloodgood Bryan E. Bottomly Glenn Bouthillette Yvonne R. Boyce Diana Lynn Bozan Judith Marie Brady Thomas J. Brady 164 Seniors A Perfect Combination What gets kicked, slammed, and beaten, yet never utters a word? The answer is that ever-faithful metal hunk: the locker. For the past three years, your locker has been the center of your social life. Early morning crowds gather outside the locker exchanging gossip before the late bell, plans are made, and by the end of the day, the locker has become a rendezvous for Lori Lynch, Rita Brodniak, and Jill Knast (below) as they discuss plans for lunch. Each locker reflects the personality of the kids who hang their coats in it. Walking through the B-hall, where most senior lockers were located, you catch a glimpse of the “interior design. Messy or neat, plastered with photographs of models, rock groups or comic strips, by the time you’re a sen- ior, it’s a collection with special mean- ing known only to the individual who occupies it. Each holiday brings a new look to the locker. Tinsel, brightly col- ored paper, balloons proclaiming “Happy 18th Birthday, and other decorations, add a festive flare to the dingy halls. As a sophomore, your locker was probably more of a pain than a help; it was always a mess and you could never remember the combination. But by the end of senior year, that final slam of the metal door locked behind it all those high school memorip WILLIAM BENULIS: 12 Cori St.. Parlin. THOMAS BERG: 92 Weber Ave., Sayre. EVA MARIE BERNARDI: 18 Fielek Terr.. Parlin. DAVID B. BERTSCHY: 18 Kearney Ave.. Sayre. LEE BETZLER: 32 Nickel Ave . Sayre. Field Hockey 2. KATHY BEYER: 139 Standiford Ave.. Sayre. Pep Club 3; Spanish Club 3; SHS 3. 4; NHS 3. Treas. 4; Echo Lites 3, Typing Editor 4; Images 4; Student Council 4 JOYCE BIENIAS: 24 Carter Place. Parlin. FSA 2, V. Pres. 3: Band Front 3; Girls' Basketball Mgr. 3; NHS 3. 4; FBLA 4. ADRIANNE BINDA: 20 Fielek Terr., Parlin. MICHELE BIRARDI: 40 Kenneth Ave., Parlin. MICHAEL BIRD: 4 Kimann Place. Parlin. KEVIN BLASZKA: 47 Brookside Ave.. Sayre. MARISA N. BLASZKA: 428 Main St.. Sayre. Softball 2; Cheerleading 3. 4: FBLA 4; COE 4. SHARYN GAYE BLOODGOOD: 244 Olsen St., So. Amboy. Concert Band 2, 3. 4; Marching Band 2. 3, Drum Majorette 4; Concert Chorus 3. 4: Spring Musical 2. 3; Fall Drama 3. BRYAN E. BOTTOMLY: 7 Ash Terr.. Parlin. Wrestling 2. GLENN BOUTHILLETTE: 6-H Washington Rd„ Sayre. Soccer 2. 3. 4: Spring Track 3. YVONNE R. BOYCE: 11 Grover Ave., So. Amboy. Quo Vadis 2; Stage Crew 2; Paint and Powder 3; Stu- dent Council 4. DIANA LYNN BOZAN: 200 Bay- view Ave.. So Amboy. JUDITH MARIE BRADY: 24 Campbell Dr.. Parlin. THOMAS J. BRADY: 4 Vincent St.. Parlin. Winter Track 2. 3. 4; Spring Track 2. 3. 4; Soccer 3, 4. WILLIAM BRAITSCH: 21 Vincent St., Parlin. LEO V. BRERETON: 60 Creamer Dr., Sayre. German Club 2. 3, Pres. 4; Chess Club 2. 3. 4; Spring Track 2; Olympics of the Mind 3. 4. PETER BRIEN: 49 Richards Dr.. Parlin. SUSAN M. BRIEN: 49 Richards Dr.. Par- lin. ELLEN BRIODY: 54 Cori St. Parlin. Cross Country 2. 3. Capt. 4; Winter Track 2. 3, 4; Spring Track 2. 3, 4; Student Council 2, 3, 4. William Braitsch Leo V. Brereton Peter Brien Susan M. Brien Ellen Briody Seniors 165 ups|Ni DOWNS: Steven M. Brock Tim Brockup Rita A. Brodniak Susan Brower Gina Bruno Nancy Ann Brys Vivian Buckley Cynthia J. Buczynski Denise Budny Dorothy Burbank Robert Burgermeister Eileen M. Burns Robert Scott Burns Cheryl Buttitta Donna M. Buyofski STEVEN M. BROCK: 56 Richards Dr.. Parlin. TIM BROCKUP: 32 Ash Terr.. Parlin. RITA BRODNIAK: 13 Stevenson St., Parlin. Echo Lites 2. 3. 4; Biology Club 2, 3, 4; Pep Club 2, 3, Treas. 4; French Club 2. Sec'y-Treas. 3. 4; FHS 2. 3. V. Pres. 4; Spanish Club 3. 4; NHS 3, 4; Quo Vadis 3, 4; Swim Team 4, Library Council 4: Props Mistress 4. SUSAN BROWER: 43 Hillside Ave., Sayre. French Club Sec'y 3; Field Hockey 2. 3. Co-Capt. 4: Spring Track 4 GINA BRUNO: 18 University Place. Parlin. JV Basketball 2, 3; Spanish Club 2: FBLA 3; JV Field Hockey 3; Field Hockev 4 NANCY ANN BRYS: 2 William St.. Sayre. Spring Track 4; Class Rep. 4. VIVIAN BUCKLEY: 181 Manor St.. So. Amboy. CYNT- HIA J. BUCZYNSKI: 36 Sherwood Rd.. Parlin. Cheerleading 2. 3. 4; Quo Vadis 2; Images 2; FBLA 3; SHS 3. 4; NHS 3. 4; Student Council 4. DENISE BUDNY: 24 Weber Ave., Sayre. Basket- ball 2. 3. DOROTHY BURBANK: 47 Kendall Dr.. Parlin. JV Field Hockey 2; Field Hockey 3, 4; FBLA 2. 3; Spring Track 4; Swim Team 4. ROB- ERT BURGERMEISTER: 37 Campbell Dr.. Par- lin. EILEEN M. BURNS: 29 Iroquois Dr.. Parlin. Chorus 3. 4 ROBERT SCOTT BURNS: 48 Pine- tree Dr., Parlin. JV Wrestling 2; Wrestling 3, 4. CHERYL BUTTITTA: 36 Hemlock Dr., Parlin. Softball Mgr. 3. DONNA M. BUYOFSKI: 10 So. Edward St.. Sayre. FBLA 4; COE 4. THOMAS J. BYRNES: 281 Stevens Ave.. So. Amboy. ALBERTO CAMACHO: 9 Vincent St., Parlin Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; Boys' Gymnastics Mgr. 4; Girls' Gymnastics Mgr. 4. LISA A. CAMERON: 233 Schussler St., So. Amboy. Chorus 2. BOB CANN: 12 Vincent St.. Parlin. THOMAS CAN- NON: 11 Rota Dr., Parlin. Baseball 2. 3. 4. LEN CARDONE: 24 Jenson Rd.. Sayre. BARBARA CARLO: 46 Kierst St.. Parlin. Marching Band 2, 3. 4: Concert Band 2. 3. 4. DOUGLAS BRYAN CARNEY: 20 Louis St., Parlin. 166 Seniors Thomas J. Byrnes Alberto Camacho Lisa A. Cameron Bob Cann Thomas Cannon Len Cardone Barbara Carlo Douglas Bryan Carney Profile----------------- A Special (Someone How some people spend their free time varies from person to person, but few are as considerate as Donna Vici- domini (right) in putting their extra hours to use. Donna devotes a great deal of her time to helping mentally handicapped youngsters in the Brain Injured Children program (BIC). Donna was introduced to the pro- gram in ninth grade by a friend and was able to file an application with the help of Mr. Caliendo, who is a BIC adviser. She now works at Wilson School from 9:30-12:00 on Saturdays during the school year, and every day in the summer. Donna gave a brief run- down of the usual routine: “Each day begins with the pledge to the flag, and afterwards the kids break into groups and work on various creative activi- ties. As a whole, the group has plan- ned parties and dances, and gone on field trips. They have seen plays and also saw the Acrobats of Canton in New York. Most of the boys are between the ages of 17 and 20, and Donna has come to know them very well. “They are really something special, she says of the group that has become almost like a family. She looks forward to a career in spe- cial education, but for now is content to work as a volunteer. More important than receiving payment is that “per- sonal satisfaction that Donna feels is part of a worthwhile organization. Seniors 167 Thomas Carney Catherine L. Carrano Joseph Caruso Virginia Cascais Hooked On A Harmless Habit Surviving the lassa fever epidemic in 10th grade was rough enough. Then there was the break-up of Rick and Leslie in 11th grade, but Luke and Laura (below) on the run is just too much for some seniors to handle. Such were the problems shared by those students hopelessly hooked on the tri- als and tribulations of General Hospi- tal. Over the years, General Hospital, and soap operas in general, have become increasingly popular among high school students. By senior year, many of them were rushing home to turn on the television rather than hold down a job. And even those people who found themselves working could keep up with the soaps by getting the details from sympathetic friends. Then, after the previous day’s program was rehashed a dozen times, any spare minute was devoted to speculation on upcoming episodes. Soap opera mania was not confined to daytime, as shows like Dallas invaded prime time and had the entire nation asking “Who shot J.R.?” But whether the soaps aired at night or during the day, they were the subject of countless conversations the next day. Faces would light up at the very mention of Luke and Laura. But most of the students watched the soaps sim- ply to relieve some of their own stress — “They make my problems look like nothing.” 168 Seniors THOMAS CARNEY: 1700 Old Cheesequake Rd.. So. Amboy. CATHERINE L CARRANO: Crestview Apts., Parlin. JOSEPH CARUSO: 27 Iroquois Dr., Parlin. JV Baseball 3; Baseball 4. VIRGINIA CASCAIS: 51 Zaleski Dr., Sayre. Drill Team 2, 3, Co-Capt. 4; Spanish Club 2, 3; Pep Club 3; Stylists of Sayre Pres. 4. JAMES CASELLA: 49 Holly Dr„ Parlin. ANN CAS- TELLO: 5 Kierst St., Parlin. Spanish Club 2, 3; FSA 2; FNA 2. RENEE CASTRORAO: 22 Surrey Lane, Parlin. Pep Club 2; Library Council 3, 4; Tennis 3; Quo Vadis 4; FBLA 4; FSA 4. DEBBIE CERASE: 27 Haven Terr., Parlin. Stylists of Sayre 4. DONNA MARIE CHIARAMONTE: 27 Kenneth Ave., Parlin. ANN MARIE CHOLOW- SKI: 53 Richards Dr., Parlin. Library Council 3, 4. Spanish Club 3, 4; SHS 3, 4. JILL CHRISTEN- SEN: 103 Washington Rd., Sayre. French Club 2. 4. GEORGE CHRYSANTHOPOULOS: 75 Marsh Ave., Sayre. MEG CLARK: 46 Cori St., Parlin. JV Cheerleading 2; Cheerleading Co- Capt. 3, 4; JV Baseball Mgr. 2; Baseball Mgr. 3; FBLA 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 2. JAMES P. COM- ERFORD: 8 Cori St., Parlin, Baseball 2, 3, 4. FAITH MARIE COMO: 18 Vincent St., Parlin. Chorus 2, 3. JEFFREY CONNORS: 410 Main St., Sayre. Spring Track 2; JV Soccer 3; Soccer 4; Swim Team 4. SHARON CONRAD: 41 Cedar Terr., Parlin TERENCE V. COONEY: 28 Kierst St., Parlin. Football 2, 3, 4; Winter Track 2, 3; Spring Track 3. STEVEN COSTELLO: Skytop Gardens, Parlin. Marching Band 3; Studio Band 4. Pit Band 4. ANNE ROSEMARY COUNSMAN: 12 Pershing Ave., Sayre. James Casella Ann Castello Renee Castrorao Debbie Cerase Donna Marie Chiaramonte Ann Marie Cholowski Jill Christensen George Chrysanthopoulos Meg Clark James P. Comerford Faith Marie Como Jeffrey Connors Sharon Conrad Terence V. Cooney Steven Costello Anne Rosemary Counsman Seniors 169 'UPS N DOWNS: Amendment 26= Use It Or Lose It The 26th Amendment gave the 18 year olds the right to vote. The big question is: Are they taking advantage of their voting privilege? Of the twenty seniors at Sayreville High who were old enough to vote in the 1980 Presidential election, only eight voted and seven did not bother to register. Why was this amendment passed? Maybe it was decided that people 18 years of age, legal adults, were old enough to accept this respon- sibility. It seems that apathy is not only characteristic of the aged. Students at Sayreville who were 18 before the November 4th election such as Tom Byrnes and Kevin Fox (right) were able to register in their junior his- tory classes. Although this was a help to the new voter, many teachers believe that political awareness is not stressed enough in the high school cur- riculum. That fact does not help the student voters make a wise selection when choosing the government offi- cials they want to represent them. Our generation has been called an apathetic, give me generation. Per- haps when the older generation takes a more supportive attitude towards the young voter, and political awareness becomes a must in the school cur- riculum, the necessity of the 26th Amendment will not be questioned. Debbie Coyle Karen E. Coyle Deana Critelli Lisa Croasmun Patricia M. Crummy Kenneth Cseh Steven Cunha John Curtis 170 Seniors Lisa Cypra Ed Czachur Scott D’Aloia James Danella Antonio R. D'Arpa Robert Davis Liz DeBiase Margaret Dekanski Donna Del Guercio Sharon Jean DeMarco Jennifer Deutsch Lee Ann Devine Kathy Diaczyszyn Christina DiPoalo Joseph Di Sciullo Judy Dodge DEBBIE COYLE: 36 Coyle St.. Parlin. Spring Track 2; Student Council 2. 3. 4; Field Hockey 3. KAREN E. COYLE: 54 Price St.. Sayre. Spanish Club 2; Ecology Club 2. Treas. 3. DEANA CRI- TELLI: 14 Eulner St., Sayre. LISA CROASMUN: 9 Mohawk Lane. Parlin. Cross Country 2; Base- ball Mgr. 2; Boys' Basketball Mgr. 2; Field Hockey 3. PATRICIA M. CRUMMY: 1 Amherst Place. Parlin. Cheerleading 2. 3. 4; French Club 2. 3. 4; Quo Vadis 2, 3. 4. KENNETH CSEH: 133 Standiford Ave., Sayre. STEVEN CUNHA: 42 Kuberski Dr., Sayre Baseball 2. 3, 4; Football 4. JOHN CURTIS: 45 Campbell Dr.. Parlin. LISA CYPRA: 157 Standiford Ave., Sayre Spring Track 2, 3; Cross Country 2, Biology Club 2, 3; French Qlub 2. 3; Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; Images 2; Echo Lites 2, 3; Quo Vadis Activities Editor 3, 4; SHS 3. 4; NHS 3, 4; Stage Crew 4. ED CZAC- HUR: 25 Fanwood Dr., Sayre. JV Basketball 2. SCOTT D'ALOIA: 34 Kuberski Dr.. Sayre. Foot- ball 2. 3, 4; JV Baseball 2; Baseball 3, 4. JAMES DANELLA: 20 Rota Dr.. Parlin. ANTONIO R. D'ARPA: 39 Kendall Dr., Sayre. Gymnastics 2. 3. Capt. 4; Spring Track 2. ROBERT DAVIS: 24 Cottonwood Dr , Sayre. LIZ DEBIASE: 52 Scheid Dr., Parlin. Class Rep. 2: Winter Track 2, 3, 4, Spring Track 2, 3, 4; Cross Country 4; Biol- ogy Club 4; Spanish Club 4; Class V. Pres. 4; NHS 4 MARGARET DEKANSKI: 14 Modzelew- ski Terr., Sayre. Spanish Club 4 DONNA DEL GUERCIO: 23 Driftwood Dr., Parlin. FNA 2, 3; Chorus 2. 3, 4; Spanish Club 2. 3, 4, SHS 3, 4, Class Rep. 2. 3; Spring Musical 3, 4; Drama Club 4. SHARON JEAN DEMARCO: 7 Louis St.. Par- lin. JENNIFER DEUTSCH: Crestview Apts., Par- lin. French Club 4. Treas. 2, Pres. 3; FHS 2, 3, Treas. 4; Echo Lites 2, NHS 3, V. Pres. 4; Spring Musical 3; Olympics of the Mind 3; Chorus 3; Quo Vadis 3. LEE ANN DEVINE: 100 Parker St.. So. Amboy. KATHY DIACZYSZYN: 41 Merritt Ave.. So. Amboy. Spanish Club 2. 3; SHS 2, 3. Sec’y 4; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Spring Musical 2. 3; Echo Lites 3; NHS 3. 4: Drama Club Treas. 3. CHRISTINA DIPOALO: 190 Bayview Ave.. So. Amboy. Girls' Tennis Mgr. 2. JOSEPH DI SCI- ULLO: 15 Sherwood Rd., Parlin. Stage Crew 3. 4; Spring Musical 3; Quo Vadis 3. Copy Ed. 4; Math Club 4; Spanish Club 4. JUDY DODGE: 28 Deerfield Rd., Parlin. Cheerleading 2, 3. 4; Spring Track 3; Class Treas. 4; French Club 2; Echo Lites 3, 4; Quo Vadis 2; FBLA Pres. 4; FSA 4 Seniors 171 UPS N DOWNS r Profile a Susan Down Lori Drohan Perhaps the most difficult choice in a lifetime is the choice of a career. Fortu- nately, for Laura Romano, (left) she has already resolved this problem by choosing interior design. For the past year she has attended the Parson’s School of Design of Man- hattan. “My mother has been inter- ested in interior design for some time now, and is attending school also.’’ Laura’s classes last three hours on Saturday mornings. There she is taught drafting techniques and the elements of design, as well as how to use any necessary supplies. A major project might entail blueprinting a full set of floor plans for a specific interior. Laura was prompted to join the school when a special program was introduced. It was this course that con- vinced Laura to major in design. In preparing for a career in interior design, Laura has had to take courses dealing with drafting and architecture. She has also gained a vast knowledge of color, fabrics, and lighting. Part of her study even included trips to art exhibits. All of her experience will prove helpful in preparing a portfolio for art schools. Laura enjoys interior design for a variety of reasons, but feels it is most rewarding “because I can be creative in an indefinite number of ways in con- structing pleasant surroundings for anyone’s lifestyle and personality. Robyn L. Dropkin John A. Dryzga David M. During Gregory Dusko 172 Seniors Greg Dwyer Susan Elaine Dwyer Micheal Dzergoski Marie Dziekan Alexis J. Eberle David Eisenberger Estelle R. Elwood Ed English Wayne Eppinger Gregory Faczak Nancy Fallon David Farmer Claire Farrell Cindy Farver Robin Fazekas Taryn Fennell SUSAN DOWN: 7 Wick Dr., Sayre. Spring Musi- cal 3. LORI DROHAN: 6 Eric Ct.. Parlin. Images 2, 3, 4; Echo Lites 3: Stage Crew 3; Chorus 3. 4 ROBYN DROPKIN: 41 Holly Dr.. Parlin. Tennis 2; FT A 2, V Pres. 3; Spanish Club 2, 3; Echo Lites 3. JOHN A. DRYZGA: 85 Roosevelt Blvd , Parlin. Chess Club 2, 3. 4; German Club 2. 3, 4; GHS 3. 4: NHS 3. 4; Olympics of the Mind 3, 4; Biology Club 3. Pres. 4; Math Club 3, 4; Echo Lites 4 DAVID M. DURING: 37 Dodd Place. So. Amboy JV Wrestling 2. 3 GREGORY DUSKO: 3 Modzelewski Terr., Sayre. Tennis 2. 3. 4. GREG DWYER: 15 Wick Dr.. Sayre. Football 2, 3, Capt. 4 SUSAN ELAINE DWYER: 20 Robin Place, Parlin. MICHAEL DZERGOSKI: 130 Standiford Ave.. Sayre. Baseball 4. MARIE DZIEKAN: 5 Thomas St.. Sayre. ALEXIS J. EBERLE: 115 Marsh Ave., Sayre. Spanish Club 2; Ecology Club 2. Sec'y 3; Stage Crew 2; NHS 3. 4; SHS 3, 4 DAVID EISENBERGER: 9 Devonshire Rd., Parlin. Marching Band 2. 3; Ten- nis 2: Stage Crew 2; German Club 2. ESTELLE R. ELWOOD: 22 Cheesequake Rd., Sayre. Images 2, 3; Stage Crew 2. 3, 4; Spanish Club 2. 3. 4; NHS 3. 4; Diving Team 4. ED ENGLISH: 35 Brook Ave., So. Amboy. JV Baseball 2; Baseball 3, 4. WAYNE EPPINGER: 31 Eisenhower Dr.. Sayre. GREGORY FACZAK: 10 Harrison Place, Parlin. Cross Country 2. 3, Capt. 4; Winter Track 2, 3. 4; Spring Track 2. 3. 4. NANCY FALLON: 52 Richards Dr.. Parlin, DAVID FARMER: 14 Birch Terr.. Parlin. CLAIRE FARRELL: 7 Elacqua Blvd.. Parlin. French Club 2. 3. 4: Drama Club 2. 3. Pres. 4; Student Council 2; Echo Lites 2. 3. 4; Images 2, 3; Class Rep. 2, 3. 4; Quo Vadis Busi- ness Editor 4; Soccer Mgr. 4. CINDY FARVER: 44 Outlook Ave., Sayre. ROBIN FAZEKAS: 178 Grove St., So. Amboy. FBLA 3. TARYN FEN- NELL: 39 Lee Ave., So. Amboy. Seniors 173 ups j l DOWNS Talented Intersection Questioning the safety of a major intersection was a project undertaken by three aspiring engineers. ‘‘Being new drivers made us aware of the haz- ardous Bordentown Avenue and Rt. 9 intersection,” observed Pam Sowley. The Gifted and Talented program gave the seniors a chance to do something about a potentially dangerous situa- tion. ‘‘Although members of the commu- nity, especially Oak Tree East resi- dents, have complained about this intersection for years, only half-hearted action has been taken by the state government,” explained Stephanie Gumas. Pam Sowley, Lynne Jones, and Ste- phanie Gumas with the help of Mayor Czernikowski (left) have researched the history of the intersection back to horse and buggy days. The intersec- tion itself has never been modified. Bordentown Avenue was meant to be a light traffic road, but with the increase of cars on State Highway Rt. 9, it has become a heavily traveled thoroughfare,” explained Pam. ‘‘Through our investigation we have dealt with government officials on the state, county, and local level. We have been tangled in official red tape and lost in the maze of bureaucratic run- around,” declared Lynne. Phone calls, meetings, and correspondence with highway safety officials have brought the girls closer to their goal of improv- ing the condition of the Bordentown and Rt. 9 intersection. Stephanie, Pam and Lynne feel that their last year of high school was put to good use. ‘‘Besides a concern for com- munity welfare, this project has given us insight into the career of a profes- sional engineer,” they all agreed. Don Ferenci Michael Festino Kathy Anne Fig Robert Fingerlin James Flakker Susan Joyce Flechner Richard E. Florenzie Arturo Fortoul 174 Seniors Kevin Fox Karen Ann Freeman Brian Freid Kurt Freyer Curt Friedlander Andrea R. Frushon Michael Fulham Justine Fuller Phillip A. Fuoti Thomas Gallagher Sue Gan George J. Gawron Evan M. Gelfand Joe Gilboy Jerry Giordano Lynda Giovenco DON FERENCI: RD 1 Box 4, Old Bridge. Echo Lites A, Sports Editor 2, News Editor 3; Images 2, 3, 4; Stage Crew 2, 3, 4; SHS 2, 3. 4; NHS 3. 4; Spanish Club 3, 4; Biology Club 3; Quo Vadis Editor-in-Chief 4; Math Club Treas. MICHAEL FESTINO: 13 No. Minnisink Ave., Parlin. KATHY ANNE FIG: 11 Elm Terr., Parlin. DECA Pres. 4. ROBERT FINGERLIN: 4 Willow Ct., Parlin. JV Baseball Capt. 3. JAMES FLAKKER: 26 Cliff Ave., So. Amboy. SUSAN JOYCE FLECHNER: Skytop Gardens, Parlin. Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; Images 2, 3; Stage Crew 2; Math Club 3, 4, Pep Club 3. 4: NHS 3, 4 RICHARD E. FLORENZIE: 34 Buttonwood Dr., Parlin. ARTURO FORTOUL: 6 Surrey Lane, Sayre. JV Soccer 2. KEVIN FOX: 25 Grover Ave., So. Amboy. Spanish Club 3, 4: Pep Club 3. 4 KAREN ANN FREEMAN: 191 Madison St.. So. Amboy. Spanish Club 3. 4; Pep Club 3, 4 BRIAN FREID: 37 Marcia St., Parlin. JV Football 2; Football 3; Spring Track 2, 3; Win- ter Track 2. 3. KURT FREYER: 124 Buchanan Ave., Parlin. CURT FRIEDLANDER: 1 Melrose Ave., So. Amboy. ANDREA R. FRUSHON: 117 Buchanan Ave., Parlin. Class Rep. 2. MICHAEL FULHAM: 33 Latham Circle, Parlin. German Club 3. JUSTINE FULLER: 37 Latham Circle. Parlin. Spanish Club 2. 3, 4; Pep Club 2; Spring Track 2; Stage Crew 2; FNA 3; Chorus 3, 4; Fall Drama 3. PHILLIP A. FUOTI: 25 Kendall Dr., Parlin. CIE 4. THOMAS GALLAGHER: 4 Becker Dr., Parlin. SUE GAN: 94 Standiford Ave., Sayre. Spanish Club 2, 3. 4; FNA 2, 3; SHS 3, 4; NHS 3, 4. GEORGE J. GAWRON: 23 Lee Ave.. So. Ambov. EVAN M. GELFAND: 29 Zaleski Dr., Sayre. Jazz Band 2; Concert Band 2, 3, 4; Pit Band 2, 3, 4: JV Soccer 3; Studio Band 3, 4; Marching Band 4. JOE GILBOY: 61 Such St., Parlin. JERRY GIORDANO: 25 Calliope Rd., Sayre. Basketball 2. LYNDA GIOVENCO: 739 Bordentown Ave., Parlin. Images 2, 4; Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; Quo Vadis 2, Underclass Editor 3, Curriculum Editor 4. Seniors 175 DOWNS: Diane Gizzi Elizabeth Goetz Mary Goetz Karen Golaszewski Bob Golla Kelly Ann Gorka Stephen Goskowsky Stephen Grandinetti DIANE GIZZI: 3 Wilbur Terr.. Sayre. Ecology Club 2. V. Pres. 3, Pres. 4; Spanish Club 2. 3, 4 SHS 2. 3, 4: Biology Club 2. 3. 4: Math Club 3, 4. Pep Club 3. 4; NHS 3. 4. ELIZABETH GOETZ: 48 Fielek Terr.. Parlin. MARY GOETZ: 48 Fielek Terr.. Parlin. KAREN GOLASZEWSKI: 166 Pula- ski Ave., Sayre. BOB GOLLA: 18 William St.. Old Bridge. Chess Club 2. 3; Marching Band 2. 3. 4. Concert Band 2; Golf Team 3, 4, Studio Band 3: Pit Band 4; Olympics of the Mind 3. 4 KELLY ANN GORKA: 159 Pulaski Ave.. Sayre. French Club 2. 3, 4; Stage Crew 3, 4; Images 3, Photog- raphy Editor 4; Quo Vadis 2, 3, Curriculum Editor 4. STEPHEN GOSKOWSKY: 4 Dunlap Dr.. Par- lin. Wrestling 3. 4. STEPHEN GRANDINETTI: 33 Creamer Dr., Sayre. KAREN GRASSO: 82 Albert Dr., Parlin. FSA 3: Spanish Club 4. SUSAN GRASSO: 244 Tyler St.. So Amboy. MIKE GRAU: 245 Midland Ave.. So, Amboy. Stage Crew 2, 3; Spring Musical 4 ELISE M. GREEN: 837 Bordentown Ave., So. Amboy. Cross Country 2, 3: Winter Track 2; Spring Track 2. 3: FBLA 4. SCOTT GRIFFIN: 35 Ash Terr., Parlin. THOMAS L. GRZYMSKI: 2 Devonshire Rd., Parlin. Concert Band 2; Chess Club 3, 4; Marching Band 2, 3, 4; Olympics of the Mind 3. 4. STEPHEN GULICK: 25 Robin PI., Parlin STEPHANIE GUMAS: 30 Kierst St , Parlin. Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; SHS 2. 3, 4: JV Field Hockey 2, 3: Field Hockey Co-Capt. 4; NHS 3, 4, Biology Club 3, 4: Math Club 4; Quo Vadis 3, Senior Editor 4. LISA HABER: 24 Eugene Blvd., So. Amboy. Class Pres. 4; Student Council 2, 3, 4; JV Cheerleading 2: Images 3, 4. TIMOTHY HAHN: 31 Elizabeth St., Sayre. German Club 2, 3, 4; Math Club 2. 3, 4; Chess Club 2, 3. 4; GHS 3, 4: NHS 3. 4. ALBERT HAKLAR: 874 Route 9, So. Amboy. DOUGLAS HALEY: 11 Adam Blvd., So. Amboy. JV Baseball 2; Baseball 3, 4; Foot- ball 4. Karen Grasso Susan Grasso |— Profile ------------- ' Triple I Honors For j A Golden Voice A beautiful voice is something uni- versal, and can be enjoyed by all. Kathy Diaczyszyn contributes to Sayreville her own special sound and a love of music. Music was always more to Kathy than the usual singing along with the radio. Under the guidance of Mrs. Hell- wig, Kathy endeavored to learn to read music and to sing properly.” Her talent was eventually recognized when she was elected to the NJ All-State Chorus, for her junior and senior years. During her involvement with this presti- gious group, Kathy and the other 300 members performed for the NJEA Convention in Atlantic City. But per- haps the peak of Kathy’s high school career came during her senior year when she was elected to the All-East- ern Chorus. Although she modestly claims to be one out of thirty who were chosen, she was actually selected from a field of 380 talented singers. Kathy’s talent has not been restricted to school-related activities. She is the sole vocalist of the Sayreville Community Concert Band. With the band, she has traveled to Maryland, Virginia and has toured Washington. Kathy was also honored when she was asked to sing our national anthem at the Boys’ Gymnastics State Individu- als, which were held at Sayreville this year. At this point, Kathy (left) is not sure if a career in music is in her future but, Doors are being opened for me and I’m afraid that if I don’t take advantage of them, someday I may wish that I had.” Mike Grau Elise M Green Scott Griffin Thomas L. Grzymski Stephen Gulick Stephanie Gumas Lisa Haber Timothy Hahn Albert Haklar Douglas Haley David W. Hall Lori Haltli Cathy Hambley Kevin D. Haney Donna M. Hanlon June Hardbrod Terry Hart Kathleen Hartman Frances Hauber Chuck Heil Marie Karen Hilger Linda Ann Himey Holly Ann Hohsfield Neil Hourahan DAVID W. HALL: 2 Gavel Rd.. Sayre. French Club 2, 3; Echo Lites 2, 3; FBLA 3; Math Club 4, LORI HALTLI: 119 Parker St., So. Amboy. Library Council 2; FBLA 3, Pres. 4. CATHY HAMBLEY: 99 Kendall Dr.. Parlin. Costume Crew 2. KEVIN D. HANEY: 105 Jackson Ave.. Parlin. Olympics of the Mind 3. DONNA M. HAN- LON: 13 Hensler Lane, Sayre. Spanish Club 2, 3, 4 JUNE HARDBROD: 16 Scheid Dr.. Parlin Student Council 2, 3: Class Sec'y 3, 4; Echo Lites 2: Images 2, 3; Spanish Club 2. TERRY HART: 19 Hemlock Dr.. Parlin. Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; Pep Club 3, 4; Ecology Club 3; Biology Club 3. KATHLEEN HARTMAN: 90 Albert Dr.. Parlin. Spanish Club 2; FSA 3: Color Guard 3; FBLA 4. FRANCES HAUBER: 198 Washington Rd.. Sayre. Ecology Club 2, 3. CHUCK HEIL: 85 Coolidge Ave , Parlin. MARIE KAREN HILGER: 19 Coolidge Ave.. Parlin. FNA 2. 3. LINDA ANN HIMEY: 27 Charles St., Old Bridge. Ecology Club 3. HOLLY ANN HOHSFIELD: 43 Eugene Blvd.. So. Amboy. German Club 2, 3. NEIL HOURA- HAN: 764 Bordentown Ave , Parlin. Baseball 2. 3, 4. JOHN HUFFORD: 35 Eisenhower Dr., Sayre. JOSEPH JOHN HUGHES: 22 Louis St., Parlin KAREN E. HUMMEL: 404 Main St., Sayre. Chorus 2, 3; NHS 3. 4: Library Council 3, 4. LISA IORILLO: 6 Guilfoyle Terr., Sayre. BETH JACKOWSKI: 62 Washington Rd., Sayre. Span- ish Club 2; FBLA 4; COE 4. PATRICIA SUSAN JADWINSKI: 93 Ernston Rd., Parlin. Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; Stage Crew 2; Pep Club 3, V. Pres. 4; Drill Team 3, 4; Biology Club 3; FBLA 4; Girls’ Basketball Mgr. 4. BRENT D. JAFFE: 21 Oak- wood Dr., Parlin. Echo Lites 2, Sports and Fea- ture Editor 3; Images 2, Poetry Editor 3, 4; Biol- ogy Club 2; Spring Musical 2, 3; French Club 2; Drama Club 3, 4; Fall Drama 3; Spanish Club 4. LISA JAKOB: 60 Haven Terr., Parlin. GHS 2, Pres. 3, 4. 178 Seniors John Hufford Joseph John Hughes Karen E. Hummel Lisa lorillo foments You'd Rather Forget Have you ever had the misfortune of losing a grip on your books in the mid- dle of a crowded hall? You scurry across the floor, reaching under peo- ple’s feet in an attempt to recover strewn notebooks and fluttering papers without getting trampled. Now that’s embarrassing. It’s impossible to make it through high school without your deserved share of embarrassing moments. By the time you’re a senior, you’ve col- lected a storehouse of memories, most of which you’d prefer to forget. How about returning to the wrong classroom after a fire drill and being greeted by a sea of unfamiliar, laughing faces? Trying to fake your way through an oral report could be pretty rough if you got tongue-tied after thirty sec- onds. And why is it that the teacher always decided to ask you a question when you were doing some of your best daydreaming? If you were really looking for embar- rassment though, nothing could beat getting hit in the face with a soccer ball in gym class. Of course, you're fairly lucky if you made it to your senior year without dropping your books at least once, as Ted Kobstad (right) will tell you. The worst thing about these minor mishaps and unfortunate flubs was their untimeliness. There always seemed to be an audience of hundreds nearby, just waiting to humiliate you. It’s too bad you never dropped your books in a deserted hallway or had to give an oral report in an empty class- room. For some reason, seniors seemed to thrive on the embarrassment of under- classmen. Maybe it’s because they realized that their most tragic moments had already passed, and that high school humiliation was nearly over for them. For seniors, graduation might mean the start of a new life, but it also means never having to get hit in the face with a soccer ball again. Beth Jackowski Patricia Susan Jadwinski Brent D. Jaffe Lisa Jakob Seniors 179 UPS N DOWNS NANCY JASKO: 4 Iroquois Dr.. Parlin. SHS 3. 4. JO ANN JEDRUSIAK: 926 Route 9. So. Amboy. Band 2; Boys' Spring Track Mgr. 2; Images 2; Spanish Club 2; Paint and Powder 3, 4. LISA JOHNSON: 62 Eugene Blvd., So. Amboy. French Club 3; Spanish Club 3. STAN JOHN- SON III: 22 Kierst St.. Parlin. JV Baseball 2. 3; Baseball 4. ANGELA CAROL JONES: 25 Ash Terr., Parlin. Costume Crew 2; Stylists of Sayre Sec'y 4. LYNNE JONES: 19 Driftwood Dr., Par- lin. Images 2; Echo Lites 2, 3. 4; Biology Club 2, 3. 4; Spanish Club 2. 4. Sec'y 3; SHS 2. 3, Pres. 4; Quo Vadis Curriculum Editor 3, Senior Editor 4; NHS 3. 4; Spring Musical 3; Math Club 4. KIM ALLISON KAISER: 6 Gillen Dr., Parlin. Girls’ Gymnastics Mgr. 3. JUDY LYNN KALICKI: 96 Cori St., Parlin. Class Sec’y 2, Pres. 3; JV Field Hockey 2; Field Hockey 3, 4; Baseball Mgr. 3; Student Council 3, Pres. 4. JOE KALINOWSKI: 55 Albert Dr., Parlin. PAUL KALLNISCHKIES: 14 Roll Ave., So. Amboy. RICHARD KALUZNY: 3407-A Washington Rd., Parlin. Echo Lites 2, 3, 4; Images 2, 3, 4; German Club 2, 3, 4; Chess Club 2, 3. 4. JUDITH A. KAMINSKI: 92 No. Edward St., Sayre. Cheerleading 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; Student Council 3, 4; Class Treas. 3; SHS 3, 4; NHS 3, Pres. 4. DONNA RENEE KAMPF: 7 Pulaski Ave., Sayre. Ecology Club 3, 4. KURT M. KAPES: 2 Marshall Place, Sayre. ARNOLD J. KATH JR.: 155 Old Spye Rd.. So. Amboy. DONALD KAUSCH: 45 Deer- field Rd.. Parlin. CIE 4. LAURA KAWALEC: 16 Schmitt St., Sayre. Marching Band 2. 3, Drum Majorette 4; Concert Band 2, 3, 4: Pit Band 2, Student Music Director 3, 4; French Club 2, 3, 4; Math Club 2, 3. 4; Studio Band 3, 4; FHS 3, Pres. 4: NHS 3. 4; Biology Club 4. LORETTA KEAR- NEY: 24 Marcia St., Parlin. Spanish Club 2, 3; FNA 2; FSA 2; Costume Crew 3. LYNN ANN KIDES: 135 Marsh Ave., Sayre. Spring Musical 3. CAROL KIERST: 317 Stevens Ave., So. Amboy. Library Council 2; FBLA 3, 4. Nancy Jasko Jo Ann Jedrusiak Lisa Johnson Stan Johnson III Angela Carol Jones Lynne Jones Kim Allison Kaiser Judy Lynn Kalicki Joe Kalinowski Paul Kallnischkies Richard Kaluzny Judith A. Kaminski 180 Seniors Donna Renee Kampf Kurt M. Kapes Arnold J. Kath Jr. Donald Kausch Laura Kawalec Loretta Kearney Lynn Ann Kides Carol Kierst ■ Profile --------------------------- Did You Hug Your lug Today? “My interests? Well, I like stepping on small animals, shooting flies with rubber bands and listening to Latin calypso music. I also like having natural disasters occur around me.’’ In this world typified by a lack of individuality, Tom Grzymski (right) stands out like a sore thumb. This Renaissance man of SWMHS is definitely one of the school’s more colorful characters. Tom is a member of the high school band, playing what he calls a “worm- filled saxophone.” His favorite subject in school, however, has always been biology — “I like to study slugs and their slime trails.” Tom’s love for ani- mals is not restricted to slugs. His col- lection of pets includes “a dog, two kit- ties, six swordtails, and a colony of ants in my bathroom.” Tom has a garden in his backyard and has become famous for the vege- tables he used to bring to school with him. However, Tom concedes that gar- dening does not fascinate him. “I’m not really interested in it. I’m not inter- ested in most things I do.” He does enjoy his work, though. Tom has a job at a well-known pizza parlor, where he claims to have invented the kidney- shaped pizza. For protection he carries a water pistol machine gun in his car, and is one of the few exceptional driv- ers who believes that riding in the wrong lane is good sport. Any passen- ger who chooses to ride with Tom “must have their shots and wear thick underwear.” The now legendary Tom Grzymski can certainly be described as “unpre- dictable.” He has even been known to blow up balloons with his nose. When Tom was asked to select a single inci- dent as being the most unusually bizarre thing he has ever done, he seemed a bit confused. After some hesitation, he replied, “Well, I did sit on chewing gum once.” Thank heavens for Tom Grzymski. Seniors 181 Creme de la Creme ‘‘If seniors are really interested in participating in extra-curricular activi- ties the half-day option won't keep them away. Actually sports and activi- ties which require a great deal of dedi- cation get the creme de la creme,” emphasized Ms. Joseph. 1980 almost marked the end of the senior half-day option; 1981 became the trial year. Although some coaches noted a decline in senior participation, few attributed this to the half-day. Coaches Barnes and Fisher noticed that, “There were more seniors than ever.” Dedicated senior sportsters like Ray Krieger (below) were members of more than one team, and suited up after 2:30 for practice after practice. Not only the sports teams can boast a large senior population. Literary pub- lications such as Quo Vadis had the most senior editors ever, and by mid- year these seniors had dedicated 500 after school hours to the school publi- cation. Although the half-day option may deter some students from participating in after school activities, it does not keep the dedicated student from giving the school “his all.” Steve Kieselowsky Patricia Kirk Stephen Kirk Stephen Klapy Bettina Klein Michael Kleinow Jill Ann Knast Wilbur Theodor Kobstad 182 Seniors Brett Koester Bob Kokich Laura Koledits Sharon Kolmansperger Dawn M. Konopka Zygmunt Joseph Koprowicz Scott J. Kornblum Steven Kotkin Thomas P. Kotula John Kraivec Karen Lynn Krall Steven Krawet Raymond Kreiger James C. Kuciel Christine Kupsch Linda Labassi STEVE KIESELOWSKY: 134 Kendall Dr.. Parlin. CIE 4. PATRICIA KIRK: 108 Coolidge Ave., Par- lin. FBLA 4; Student Council 4; Swim Team 4. STEPHEN KIRK: 48 Coolidge Ave., Parlin. Cross Country 2. 3, 4. STEPHEN KLAPY: 36 Creamer Dr., Sayre. Wrestling 2. 3, 4 BETTINA KLEIN: 4 Lapa Ct., Parlin. Images 2, 3, 4; German Club Treas. 2, Sec’y 3, 4; GHS V. Pres. 3. 4; Tennis 3, 4; FT A 4; Quo Vadis 3, Typing Editor 4. MICHAEL KLEINOW: 10 Robert Circle. So. Amboy. Basketball 2, 3. 4. JILL ANN KNAST: 56 Eugene Blvd., So. Amboy. Student Council 2, 3; Spanish Club 2, V. Pres. 3, Pres. 4; Biology Club 2, V. Pres. 3, 4; Echo Lites 2, 3, 4; Pep Club 2, 3, 4; SHS 3, 4: French Club 3. 4; Drill Team 4: JV Baseball Mgr. 3, 4; Quo Vadis 4. WILBUR THEODOR KOBSTAD: 32 Cedar Terr.. Parlin. BRETT KOESTER: Skytop Gardens, Parlin. Spring Musical 3, 4; Fall Drama 4. BOB KOKICH: 21 Zaleski Dr., Sayre. Wrestling 3. LAURA KOLEDITS: 75 Holly Dr.. Parlin. FNA 2, Pres. 3. SHARON KOLMANSPERGER: 30 Har- rison Place, Parlin. Twirler 2. 3, Capt. 4; Concert Band 2, 3, 4 DAWN M. KONOPKA: 30 Henry St.. Sayre. FSA 3, 4. ZYGMUNT JOSEPH KOPROWICZ: 10 Burlington Rd., Parlin. JV Wrestling 2: JV Football 2; Spring Track 4. SCOTT J. KORNBLUM: 8 Piech Place, Sayre. Spanish Club 2, 3: Chess Club 2, 3; SHS 3, 4. STEVEN KOTKIN: 57 Jensen Rd.. Sayre. Chess Club 2, 3; Spanish Club 2, 3. THOMAS P. KOTULA: 41 Pinetree Dr., Parlin JOHN KRAI- VEC: 10 Kierst St., Parlin. Football 3. 4. KAREN LYNN KRALL: 10 Rhode St.. Sayre. German Club 2, 3; Soccer Mgr. 2; Ecology Club 3; French Club 4. STEVEN KRAWET: 22 Fielek Terr., Par- lin. Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; JV Soccer 2, Capt. 3; Biology Club 3, 4; NHS 3, 4; Studio Band 4. RAYMOND KREIGER: 5 Terrace Place, So. Amboy. Football 2, 3, Capt. 4; Basketball 2, 3; Baseball 2, 3, 4: Basketball Club 2; Student Council 4; Winter Track 4. JAMES C. KUCIEL: Crestview Apts.. Parlin. CHRISTINE KUPSCH: 58 MacArthur Ave., Sayre. GHS 3, 4. LINDA LABASSI: 26 Scheid Dr., Parlin. Pit Band 3, 4; Marching Band 2, 3, 4; Concert Band 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 2. Seniors 183 -------------------- Profile — A §tjle All Her Own Laurie La Branche Jacqueline Lakatos Sean Robert Lany Paul C. La Plante Leonard Laskiewicz Jr. Jim Lasko Peter H. Lattanzio Loretta Lauro George Lazo Glen Lazo Advertising is seldom thought of as a true art form, but Andrea Frushon (left) is aware of the artistic skills nec- essary to sell any product. Since the age of ten, Andrea has shown an intense interest in art. She has taken professional art lessons at the Marsha Studio as well as the com- mercial art courses offered at the high school. Andrea has entered some of her best drawings in contests at Mid- dlesex County College. Andrea has used her talents as an artist to do free lance work in advertis- ing. She has designed ads for fashion shows, and has also done the artwork for program covers and menus. Although most of her work is done in oil pastels and pencil, she excels in vir- tually any form of artistic drawing. Her versatility in the field has encouraged her to someday make a living as a free lance artist. I i 184 Seniors Gera nr P. Lebeda Kenneth Lettiere Rich Letts Tom Lewandowski Christine Marie Lis Randy Litz Marlene Lombardo Joseph R. Longo Robin Lynn Lorenc Oxana L. Losowyj Judy Loughman Eric M. Lowy Philip G. Lukas Lori A. Lynch Maureen Theresa Lynch Grace Marie Lyon LAURIE LA BRANCHE: Crestview Apts.. Parlin. Softball 2, 3, 4; FBLA 3; Concert Band 2; JV Basketball 2; JV Field Hockey 3. JACQUELINE LAKATOS: 3 Deborah St., Parlin. Pep Club 2. 3, 4; Spanish Club 2. 3. 4; SHS 2. 3. 4; NHS 3, 4; Ecology Club 3, V. Pres. 4. SEAN ROBERT LANY: 394 Main St.. Sayre. PAUL C. LA PLANTE: 7 Surrey Lane, Parlin. Stage Crew 2; Spring Musical 2, 3. 4; Fall Drama 3, 4; Chess Club 3; Math Club 3, Pres. 4: Quo Vadis 3, Lay- out Editor 4; NHS 3, 4. LEONARD LASKIEWICZ JR: 18 Grand St.. So. Amboy JIM LASKO: 11 Wick Dr.. Sayre. PETER H. LATTANZIO: 25 Lavern St.. Sayre. LORETTA LAURO: 1 Parker St., So. Amboy. GEORGE LAZO: 11 Kenneth Ave., Parlin. Baseball 3, 4; JV Basketball 2; Bas- ketball '3, 4 GLEN LAZO: 7 Giulfoyle Terr., Sayre. JV Wrestling 2, Wrestling 4; JV Baseball 2; Baseball 4; JV Football 3; Football 4; Spring Musical 4 GERARD P. LEBEDA: 27 Heston Ave., So. Amboy. Stage Crew 2, 3; Lighting Crew 2; Drama Club 2. 3; Spanish Club 2: Quo Vadis 2, 3; Spring Musical 2, 3, 4; Asst. Director 2; Chorus 3. 4. KENNETH LETTIERE: 21 York- shire Place, Parlin. Biology Club 2; Ecology Club 2, 3; French Club 2, 3, Pres. 4; Fall Drama 2; Spring Musical 2, 4. RICH LETTS: 66 Merritt Ave., So. Amboy. German Club 4. TOM LEWANDOWSKI: 120 Kendall Dr.. Parlin. CHRISTINE MARIE LIS: 232 MacArthur Ave., Sayre. FBLA 4. RANDY LITZ: 99 Main St.. Sayre. JV Wrestling 2; Wrestling 3, 4 MARLENE LOMBARDO: Skytop Gardens, Parlin, JOSEPH R. LONGO: 26 Marcia St., Parlin. Cross Country 2, 3, Capt 4: Spring Track 2, 3, 4 ROBIN LYNN LORENC: 1 Spruce Lane. Parlin. Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; Paint and Powder 2, 3, 4; Pep Club 3, Sec’y 4. OXANA L. LOSOWYJ: 58 Buttonwood Dr . Parlin. Quo Vadis A. JUDY LOUGHMAN: 5 Joanne Ct., Sayre. Spanish Club 2, 3; JV Soccer Mgr. 2; Soccer Mgr. 3, 4; Images 3. ERIC M. LOWY: Skytop Gardens, Parlin. Spring Musical 3. PHILIP G. LUKAS: 42 Cori St.. Parlin. LORI A. LYNCH: 5 Deerfield Rd.. Parlin. Spanish Club 2: Paint and Powder 2, 3; FBLA 4; Quo Vadis 3. 4; Fall Drama 4 MAUREEN THERESA LYNCH: 22 Deerfield Rd.. Parlin. Spanish Club 2, 4; Cho- rus 2, 3, Paint and Powder 2, 3. 4, Spring Musi- cal 2, 3, 4 GRACE MARIE LYON: 43 Albert Dr.. Parlin. FBLA 2. 3, 4, COE 4: FSA 4; JV Field Hockey 3. Seniors 185 ;ups n DOWNS Denise McGuire Darlene McHugh Mark McSpadden Charles McVeigh Female Tradition Upheld All classes have their ups and downs, but the class of 1981 was led by an energetic group of girls. Guided by senior advisers Mrs. Comeforo, Ms. Ryan, Mrs. Sforza, and Miss Schwenk, the officers (right) made the last year at Sayreville a memorable one for the class. Lisa Haber, class president, will use her experience of trying to organize the activities of 472 seniors when pursuing a career in business management. To ease the tensions of running conces- sion stands and planning the prom, Lisa “draws to relax. It’s a hobby I’ve always enjoyed.’’ Vice-president Liz DeBiase plans to go to medical school. Always health conscious, Liz is an avid runner. “Track is very important to me. I feel depressed if I can’t run.’’ Kim Twardy, class secretary, also plans to “play tennis in college because the competition is exciting.” Co-secretary June Hardbrod would like to major in computer math. When not tackling a mathematical question, June uses writ- ing as “a form of self expression. It’s an outlet for my emotions.” Judy Dodge, class treasurer, enjoys “taking care of people and cheering them up. I’d like to be a nurse so I can help them feel better.” This was the second straight year of female leadership for the senior class, and the girls proved to be a well- rounded company of officers. 186 Seniors KATHLEEN LYONS: 480 So. Pine Ave.. So. Amboy. Student Council 2, 3, 4: Library Council 3, Pres 4: Costume Crew 2 JILL McCOY: 50 Mac Arthur Ave., Sayre. Images 2; German Club 2. 3; Stage Crew 2; Library Council 3. Treas. 4, Ecology Club 3. NANCY McFEELEY: 28 Carter Place, Parlin. JV Basketball Capt. 2; Basketball 3. 4; Spanish Club 2, 3. 4; Basketball Club 2. Sec'y 3; Softball 3, 4; FSA 3; Field Hockey 4; FBLA Sec'y 4 DENISE McGUIRE: 16 Marcia St., Parlin. Basketball 2. 3, 4; Softball Mgr. 2; Basketball Club 2. DARLENE McHUGH: 4 War wick Rd., Parlin. SHS 3, 4, Spanish Club 4. MARK McSPADDEN: 17 Calliope Rd.. Sayre. Baseball 2. 3, 4, Football 3. 4 CHARLES McVEIGH: 210 Main St. Sayre. MARC EDWARD MAHALICK: 26 Frederick Place, Par- lin. JV Football 2, 3; Wrestling 2, 3. 4; Spring Track 3, 4 BERNARD T. MALIK JR: 21 Frazee Ave , So. Amboy CAROL A. MALIK: 18 Frazee Ave., So Amboy. French Club 2, 3. 4; FHS 3, 4 SUSAN MALIK: 376 Lorraine Ave , So. Amboy. Spring Musical 2, 3: Twirling Squad 2, 3. Capt 4; Chorus 2. 3. 4 ANTHONY PATRICK MALLIA. 25 Creamer Dr.. Sayre CYNTHIA MANCINI: 200 Lincoln St , So Amboy. JACQUELINE MARCINCZYK: 5 Bernadine St., Sayre. French Club 2. STUART MARKOWITZ: 39 Holly Dr.. Parlin. Spanish Club 2; JV Soccer 2, 3; Soccer 4: Stage Crew 2 THOMAS MARSCH: 52 Cori St., Parlin TIMOTHY J. MARSCH: 52 Cori St.. Par- lin MARIO MASCALI: 2 Parkview Blvd., Parlin Football 2, 3. Capt 4; Winter Track 2, 3, 4; Spring Track 2. 3. 4 ROSEANN MECCA: 21 Second St.. Sayre. French Club 2: Stage Crew 2, 3, 4, Pep Club 3. 4. EDWARD MEIROSE: 8 Pershing Ave., Sayre. EDWARD MELEE: 24 Cedar Terr., Parlin. JV Soccer 2; Soccer 3. Capt. 4; Fall Drama 3, 4, Spring Musical 3. 4; Student Council 4; Images 3, Editor 4; Echo Lites 4 Marc Edwaid Mahalick Bernard T. Malik Jr Carol A. Malik Susan Malik Anthony Palrick Mallia Cynthia Mancim Jacqueline Marcinczyk Stuart Markowitz Thomas Marsch Timothy J. Marsch Mario Mascali Roseann Mecca Edward Meirose Edward Melee Seniors 187 UPS N DOWNS Joseph Milana Donna Modzelewski Michael Moe Scott Mohr John Montefusco Susan Montemurno Every Man Has His Price Okay fellows, the year is 1981 and the ERA hasn’t been ratified yet — much to your relief. However, there are a few occasions when you may wish for true equality of the sexes, especially where dating is concerned. A few years ago, the average cost of a date was considerably less than it is today. Presently, gasoline costs $1.30 a gallon, the price of one movie ticket is set at $4.00, and a meal at McDonald’s runs $2.00 or so. There- fore, it only seems fair that the practice of the male paying for a date should change. Inflation has taken its toll, and although some guys may feel uncom- fortable asking their dates to help share the cost, most understanding females won’t mind. Times have changed and girls as well as guys hold jobs, so there's no reason why the cost of having fun shouldn’t be shared. Even our resident women’s lib- ber, Patty Crummy, doesn’t object to opening the door for Brent Jaffe (below). Jeff Montemurro Deborah Montenero Robert E. Moran Lynn Sara Moroz Vincent T. Morrissey Ann Moskwa Patricia Mulcahy Peter Muroski Debra Lee Murphy Bob Nanco Lori Ann Napier Cheryl Neilson Elaine K. Nelson George Nelson Ed Neminski Tama Ann Neminski RICHARD M. MENDOZA: 63 Embriodery St.. Parlin. MARIA MICHALIK: 57 Price St.. Sayre. Spanish Club 2. 3. 4; Stage Crew 2; Images 2, 3, 4; Echo Lites 2. Art Editor 3. 4; Paint and Pow- der 3. 4; SHS 4. JOSEPH MILANA: 54 Fielek Terr., Parlin. DONNA MODZELEWSKI: 131 No. Edward St.. Sayre. Spanish Club 2; Soccer Mgr. 4. MICHAEL MOE: 17 Vineyard Ave., So. Amboy. SCOTT MOHR: 50 Harrison Place, Par- lin. Winier Track 2; Spring Track 2. JOHN MON- TEFUSCO: 20 Haven Terr., Parlin. Winter Track 2; Spring Track 2. SUSAN MONTEMURNO: 61 Pinetree Dr., Parlin. JEFF MONTEMURRO: 62 Cori St.. Parlin. DEBORAH MONTENERO: 29 Smith St., Sayre. FBLA 4; COE 4. ROBERT E. MORAN: 9 Marshall Place. Sayre. LYNN SARA MOROZ: 3265 Washington Rd., Parlin. VIN- CENT T. MORRISSEY: 13 Chelsea Ct„ Parlin. ANN MOSKWA: 15 Reseau Ave., So. Amboy. German Club 2. 3; Tennis 3, 4. PATRICIA MUL- CAHY: 48 Robin Place. Parlin. French Club 2, 3, Pep Club 2; Drill Team 2. Capt. 3. 4. PETER MUROSKI: 87 Ernston Rd., Parlin. DEBRA LEE MURPHY: 16 Outlook Ave., Sayre. Stylists of Sayre 4. BOB NANCO: 4 Cori St.. Parlin. JV Baseball 2; Baseball 3. 4. LORI ANN NAPIER: 11 Nottingham Dr.. Parlin. CHERYL NEILSON: 2958 Washington Rd., Parlin. Spring Track 2. 3. 4; Winter Track 4. ELAINE K. NELSON: 34 Nickel Ave., Sayre. GEORGE NELSON: 280 Stevens Ave.. So. Amboy. ED NEMINSKI: 133 No. Edward St.. Sayre. Football 2, 3, 4. TAMA ANN NEMINSKI: 188 Pulaski Ave.. Sayre. FNA 2, Treas. 3; Class Rep. 2, 3; Cheerleading 3. Seniors 189 Benjamin Evin Nesterwitz Pamela Newman Barbara Newton Sheila Norrington Kathy Noviski Regina M. Nowak James M. Nycz Lorraine Nykvist Daniel Ogborne Robert Ohmer Ronald Oldenburg Frank O'Leary April A. Olender William Olszewski Frank O’Neill Lisa Marie Orgonas Dennis Osnato Maria Pampinto James Patella Richard K. Payne 190 Seniors The Preppy-Punk Population Though the seniors of Sayreville won’t make the cover of Vogue, Gor- don Leppig, Cheryl Skutnik, and Don Ferenci (left) are typical of the fashion trends which swept 1981. Prep attempted to rival punk and the ammunition was clothes. Oxford shoes, crew neck sweaters, blazers, kilts and argyle socks competed fash- ionably with safety pins, single ear- rings, sneakers, and leather. Although most seniors did not aim for the extremes of fashion, a ribbon tie or a concert button was enough to identify them as Johnny Collegiate or Johnny Rotten. Seniors seemed to set the pace, so what’s in this year, may be out with the next class. The fun thing about trends is that you never know when you may start one of your own. BENJAMIN EVIN NESTERWITZ: 7 Rota Dr., Parlin. PAMELA NEWMAN: 3 Wilmot Rd. Sayre. Spanish Club 2. 3, 4; SHS 2. 3. 4; NHS 4 BARBARA NEWTON: 9 Virginia Ave , Sayre. Costume Crew 2, 3; Drill Team 3. SHEILA NOR- RINGTON: 34 Kendall Dr., Parlin. Spanish Club 2, 3; Drama Club 2. 3; Costume Crew 2; Chorus 3: Spring Musical 3; Marching Band 3; Asst, to Director, Fall Drama 4. KATHY NOVISKI: 89 Roosevelt Blvd., Parlin. Band Front 3. REGINA M. NOWAK: 55 Richards Dr.. Parlin. JV Field Hockey 2; Field Hockey 3; Spanish Club 2; Cho- rus 2, 3; Concert Chorus 4, COE 4. JAMES M. NYCZ: 9 Grover Ave., So. Amboy. Football 4. LORRAINE NYKVIST: 1 Frederick Place. Parlin. DECA Treas. 4. DANIEL OGBORNE: 158 Madi- son St., So. Amboy. Basketball 2, 3, 4; Baseball 3. 4 ROBERT OHMER: 156 Luke St.. So. Amboy. RONALD OLDENBURG: 236 Arm- strong St.. So. Amboy. FRANK O’LEARY: 157 Kendall Dr.. Parlin. APRIL A. OLENDER: 34 Embroidery St., Sayre, Costume Crew 3. WIL- LIAM OLSZEWSKI: 162-A MacArthur Ave., Sayre. FRANK O’NEILL: 451 So. Pine Ave.. So Amboy. LISA MARIE ORGONAS: 4 Fielek Terr., Parlin. Gymnastics 2. 3; Spanish Club 2. DEN- NIS OSNATO: 33 Holly Dr.. Parlin MARIA PAMPINTO: 17 Sherbone Place, Sayre. Paint and Powder 3. 4; SHS 4; Spanish Club 4. JAMES PATELLA: 1 Guilfoyle Terr., Sayre. RICHARD K. PAYNE: Skytop Gardens. Football 2: Golf 2. 3; Track 4; Wrestling 4. BONNIE PERRY: 224 Washington Rd., Sayre. Ecology Club 4, Sec'y 2. Pres. 3; Images 2. SANDRA PETERSON: 41 Latham Circle. Parlin. German Club 2; DECA 4. LYNN PHILLIPS: 60 Merritt Ave., So. Amboy MANDY PHILLIPS: 623 Main St., Sayre. Spring Musical 2. 3, 4: Chorus 2, 3, 4: Fall Drama 3, 4; Wrestling Mgr. 2, 3, 4: Drama Club 3. 4. RICHARD PLATKIN: 9 Cambridge Dr., Parlin. Echo Lites 2, 3, Photography Editor 4; Images 2, 3; Quo Vadis 3: Biology Club 2. 3; Science League 3; Olympics of the Mind 3, 4: Spanish Club 2; French Club 4. BARBARA JOAN PLATT: 16 Canal St., Sayre. FSA 2, Treas. 3; FBLA 4; COE 4 RICH PLINIO: 33 Idlewild Ave.. Sayre. LOUIS JOHN PLOS- KONKA: 4 Pillar Dr.. So. Amboy. Bonnie Perry Sandra Peterson Lynn Phillips Mandy Phillips Richard Platkin Barbara Joan Platt Rich Plinio Louis John Ploskonka Seniors 191 Lisa Pozai Wayne M. Prato Brian Pritchard John C. Prusakowski DOWNS Debra Ann Przybylko Joann Quackenbush Michelle Rappleyea Ronald A. Ravaioli Jr. Michael Anthony Reagan Steven Rella Kathy Rhatican Eric Roberts Michael G. Roberts Thomas S. Robertson Jeanne M. Rogers Laura Romano Maritza Rosario Marc E. Rosenberg Joseph Rudy Gene Ruggiere 192 Seniors Draft Registration1 For Men Only? One of the most controversial issues of 1981 was the reinstatement of regis- tration for the draft. All men must regis- ter within 30 days of their 18th birth- days or face a felony charge. Many seniors wonder why “all the pressure is put on the men to defend our country?” If the United States “created all men equal” then shouldn’t women register also? As of yet, the U.S. government has not made it man- datory for women to register. Perhaps the U.S., in its infinite wisdom, is avoid- ing one more confrontation. The concensus of opinion of Sayre- ville seniors is that draft registration forces us to see war as a very real threat. “We’ve never lived through a war; it’s a really scary concept.” Deb- bie Spiecker and Steve Brock (below) echo the sentiments held by many pos- sible draftees. LISA POZAI: 807 Washington R ±, Parlin. FSA 2, 4, Sec’y 3; Spanish Club 2; FBLA 3. 4; Cos- tume Crew 3; NHS 3. 4. WAYNE M. PRATO: 98 Weber Ave., Sayre. BRIAN PRITCHARD: 37 Albert Dr., Parlin. Winter Track 2. JOHN C. PRUSAKOWSKI: 200 Oak St., So. Amboy. DEBRA ANN PRZYBYLKO: 18 Pinetree Dr., Parlin JOANN QUACKENBUSH: 16 Wilson Ave., Parlin. Images 3. 4. MICHELLE RAP- PLEYEA: 134 No. Edward St.. Sayre. Band Front 3; Spanish Club 4. RONALD A. RAVAIOLI JR.: 154 Boehmhurst Ave., Sayre. MICHAEL ANTHONY REAGAN: 10 Lagoda St., Parlin. Football 2. 3, 4; Golf 2; Stage Crew 2, 3. 4; Spring Musical 2, 4; Winter Track 3; Spring Track 3, 4; Student Council 3, V. Pres. 4 STEVEN RELLA: 70 Marsh Ave., Sayre. KATHY RHATI- CAN: 16 Deerfield Rd., Parlin. ERIC ROBERTS: 226 Oak St., So. Amboy. MICHAEL G. ROB- ERTS: 36 Cottonwood Dr., Sayre. THOMAS ROBERTSON: 7 Dunlap Dr., Parlin. Stage Crew 3, 4. JEANNE M. ROGERS: 58 Merritt Ave., Sayre. Spring Musical 2, 3, 4; Concert Chorus 4. LAURA ROMANO: 53 Oakwood Dr., Parlin. MARITZA ROSARIO: 14 James St., Sayre. Spanish Club 2. 3, 4; SHS 3, 4; Costume Crew 3. MARC E. ROSENBERG: 4 Wisz Place, Sayre. Drama Club 2. 3, 4; Biology Club 2, 3, 4; Stage Crew 2, 3; Spring Musical 4; Math Club 4. JOSEPH RUDY: 6 No. Minnisink Ave., Parlin. GENE RUGGIERE: 11 Margaret St., Parlin. ANITA RYAN: 41 Scheid Dr., Parlin. JV Basket- ball 2. 3; Basketball 4. DOUGLAS R. RYAN: 192 Madison St., So. Amboy. Football 2. 3, 4; Spring Track 2, 3, 4, Wrestling 2; Winter Track 3. ROB- ERT RYBNICKY: 42 Richards Dr., Parlin. Ger- man Club 2, 3; Stage Crew 2; Chess Club 2, 4, JV Soccer 3. DONNA RYTEL: 27 Latham Circle, Parlin. Gymnastics 2, 3, Capt. 4; SHS 2, 3, 4; Spring Track 2; NHS 3, 4; Spanish Club 3, 4; Math Club V. Pres. 4; FBLA 4. Anita Ryan Douglas R. Ryan Robert Rybnicky Donna Rytel Seniors 193 :ups N DOWNS: Kim Sabine Ken Sadowski Laura Saltzman Ron Santalucia Joseph Nicholas Sardoni Michael J. Scanlon Cynthia D. Scavone Joyce Beth Schenker The Chicken The Bishop Monster “We hope to change the entire film industry as soon as possible,' ’ remarked senior Mike Grau, one of Sayreville’s aspiring motion picture makers. Mike and his film-making partner, Frank Sollecito, (right) have been film- ing Super 8 movies since they were in tenth grade. It seems that Mike was failing Spanish and needed something to pull him through. Their first film, The Chicken Meets the Bishop Monster, brought up Mike’s grade and premi- ered in Mrs. Ludlow’s fifth period Span- ish Class. So far they have made five full movies, each one about fifteen min- utes long. They’ve also done numerous shorter films, each being only a couple of minutes in length. Both Frank and Mike plan to attend a school of visual arts to major in film making. They hope to produce their own movies rather than work for some- one else, “so that we’ll have creative freedom. We enjoy writing the material almost as much as we enjoy filming it.” Since Frank and Mike don’t do their own developing, their films become somewhat expensive, and their creativ- ity is often restricted. Their major undertaking of 1981 was Flipping Channels, a satire on television. Our movies get better and better with each one we make,” commented Mike about their career thus far. To that Frank added, in true Hollywood fashion, “If appreciated, we will sat- isfy.” 194 Seniors KIM SABINE: 2 Ciecko Ct.. Sayre. Pep Club 2. 3: Spanish Club 2; JV Field Hockey 2, 3; JV Bas- ketball 2, 3; Spring Track 2, 3. KEN SADOWSKI: 80 Roosevelt Blvd., Parlin LAURA SALTZMAN: 1 Parkview Blvd., Parlin. Quo Vadis2. Curriculum Editor 3. Editor-in-Chief 4; SHS 2, V. Pres. 3, 4; FTA 3. Pres. 4; Images 2; Echo Lites 2, 3; Stage Crew 3, 4; Science League 3; Class Rep. 2; Biol- ogy Club 2; Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; Girls' Spring Track Mgr. 2; NHS 3, 4. RON SANTALUCIA: 108 Whitehead Ave., Sayre. JOSEPH NICHO- LAS SARDONI: 7 Kendall Dr.. Parlin MICHAEL J. SCANLON: Highway 35. So. Amboy. JV Basketball 2. 3. CYNTHIA D. SCAVONE: 13 Zaleski Dr,. Sayre. JV Field Hockey Capt. 2; Field Hockey 3. 4; Spring Track 2; Spanish Club 2: DECA 2, 3; COE 4; FBLA Treas. 4. JOYCE BETH SCHENKER: Skytop Gardens, Parlin. Winter Track 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 2; Class Treas. 2. V. Pres. 3: Spring Track 3, 4, FBLA 3. PAM SCHENKER: 32 Fielek Terr.. Parlin. Stu- dent Council 3, 4; Olympics of the Mind 3; Class Pres. 2. MARK SCHERER: 29 So. Pulaski Ave.. Sayre ROBERT M. SCHIERECK: 23 Jensen Rd.. Sayre. Football 2, 3. 4; Winter Track 2. 3, 4; Spring Track 2. 3. 4 DONNA SCHNEIDER: 22 Elizabeth St.. Sayre. Gymnastics 2, 3. Capt. 4; Spanish Club 2. 3. 4; JV Baseball Mgr. 3; French Club 4. LINDA LUELLA SEEGER: 18 Vincent St.. Parlin. MARYANNE SEITIS: 1 Robinhood Dr., Parlin. Boys' Basketball Mgr. 2. 3, 4. DEBBY SERES: 4 Cedar Terr.. Parlin. DEBORAH SESSA: Skytop Gardens, Parlin. SUZANNE SHOROSKY: 65 Pulaski Ave., Sayre. JV Cheer- leading 2; Cheerleading 3. Co-Captain 4; Span- ish Club 2. 3; Quo Vadis 2. CATHY E. SIDORKO: 15 Eulner St., So. Amboy. MARK SIELEWICKI: 126 Standiford Ave., Sayre. TED SIEMINSKI: 146 Main St.. Sayre. Pam Schenker Mark Scherer Robert M Schiereck Donna Schneider Linda Luella Seeger Maryanne Seitis Debby Seres Deborah Sessa Suzanne Shorosky Cathy E. Sidorko Mark Sielewicki Ted Sieminski Seniors 195 Penelope Silletti Heidi Lorraine Singer Nancy Siwiec Jeffrey Skurka Cheryl Skutnik Susan Slaski Kathy Smith Linda Smith Colleen A. Smithers Marylu Snyder Frank Sollecito John Albert Sosulski Diana Soto Pamela Sowley Michael Speiser Debra Spiecker Lisa Sprague Lisa Steckert Marjorie Streimer Mark S. Sudia 196 Seniors Profile Resident Satirist “Ferenci-izes Classics The pen is mightier than the sword, and Don Ferenci (right) has wielded a lethal weapon since the tenth grade, when he began writing satire. Don has rewritten such classics as Twain’s Huckleberry Finn and Fitzger- ald’s The Great Gatsby, replacing the main characters with persons repre- senting his friends and enemies. Although Don keeps to the storyline, the tone is always humorous. Authors from Shakespeare to Edgar Lee Mas- ters have been “Ferenci-ized,” as well as publications ranging from Life mag- azine to the English Department’s “Guide to Writing a Research Paper.’’ Don has also written an underground newspaper which supplied day to day coverage of school life in and out of the classroom. “It’s about time that biol- ogy class was covered by the media, ” claimed editor-in-chief Ferenci. KKA Productions, which Don estab- lished to publish his works, has also put forth T-shirts, a revised edition of- the “Monopoly’’ board game, and vari- ous “curricular survival kits.’’ From behind his typewriter, Don has produced a wealth of material to keep both students and teachers laughing. His satirical works are now so numer- ous that no literature is safe from the sword of F. Scott Ferenci. Dawn Sutter John P. Sweeney Kevin Sweeney Scott Swiderski PENELOPE SILLETTI: 62 Richards Dr., Parlin. Student Council 2, 3, 4; Images 2, Layout Editor 3, 4; Echo Lites 3. Business Manager 4; Chorus 3, 4; Spring Musical 2, 3, 4, Fall Drama 4. HEIDI LORRAINE SINGER: 18 Gorczyca Place, So. Amboy. Spanish Club 2. 3. 4. NANCY SIWIEC: 239 Kath St., So. Amboy. Costume Crew 3. JEF- FREY SKURKA: 187 MacArthur Ave., Sayre. Wrestling 3. CHERYL SKUTNIK: 101 Harrison Place, Parlin. Echo Lites 2; German Club 3; Ecol- ogy Club 3. 4, FNA 3; GHS 3, 4 SUSAN SLA- SKI: 28 Fifth St., Sayre. KATHY SMITH: 27 Fourth St., Sayre. LINDA SMITH: 39 Cotton- wood Dr., Sayre. Concert Chorus 2, 3. COL- LEEN A. SMITHERS: 121 Kendall Dr., Parlin. Field Hockey 2, 3; Softball Mgr. 3. MARYLU SNYDER: 40 Harrison Place. Parlin. Costume Crew 3. FRANK SOLLECITO: 71 Holly Dr.. Par- lin. Student Council 2, 3, 4; Tennis 2, 3, 4; Soc- cer 2, 3, 4; Fall Drama Stage Mgr. 2, 3, 4; Spring Musical 4, Stage Mgr. 2, 3; Spanish Club 2. JOHN ALBERT SOSULSKI: 132 Weber Ave., Sayre. DIANA SOTO: 81 Haven Terr., Parlin. DECA V. Pres. 4. PAMELA SOWLEY: 11 Gillen Dr., Parlin. Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; SHS 2, 3, 4; Biology Club 2, Sec'y-Treas. 3, 4; Echo Lites 2, 3; NHS 3, Treas. 4; Quo Vadis 2, Underclass Edi- tor 3, Sports Editor 4; Pep Club 3; Stage Crew 3, 4; FT A 3. Sec'y 4 MICHAEL SPEISER: 3 Ida St., Sayre. DEBRA SPIECKER: 200 Wesco St.. So. Amboy. Softball 3, 4; Olympics of the Mind 3. LISA SPRAGUE: 8 Burlington Rd., Parlin. LISA STECKERT: 29 Fielek Terr., Parlin. Stu- dent Council 2, 3, 4; Echo Lites 2; Quo Vadis 2; Rifles 2, 3; Spanish Club 2. MARJORIE STREIMER: 10 Driftwood Dr., Parlin. Echo Lites 2, 3; Spanish Club 3, 4; Football Mgr. 3; Quo Vadis 3, 4; Spring Track 3; Images 3. 4; DECA 4. MARK S. SUDIA: 1 Burlew Place, Parlin. Wres- tling 4. DAWN SUTTER: 81 Orchard St.. So. Amboy. Tennis 2, 3, 4. JOHN P. SWEENEY: 39 Haven Terr., Parlin KEVIN SWEENEY: 16 Sny- der Ave., Sayre. Pit Band 2, 3, 4; Studio Band 2, 3, 4; Concert Band 2, 3, 4; SHS 3, 4; Marching Band 4. SCOTT SWIDERSKI: 35 Latham Circle, Parlin. Baseball 2, 3. Seniors 197 UPS N DOWNS' Louis Szabo Patricia Ann Taormina Keith A. Testa Michael Steven Tevis Allan Sylvester A Musical Clash1 Dock vs. Disco “What’s your favorite musical group?” Ask this question of the first ten people you pass in the hall, and you are quite likely to get ten different responses. With all of the different styles, and the groups which represent them, nothing seemed to provoke more arguments amongst high school students like seniors Curt Friedlander, Eric Lowy, and Paul La Plante (above) than popular music. Country rockers such as Charlie Daniels and Molly Hatchet, and heavy metal groups like Van Halen and AC DC seemed to be at a stand still in pop- ularity. Meanwhile, the whole disco scene, headed by the likes of Donna Summer, was on the wane. Punk rock and new wave artists like the Ramones, Devo, and Elvis Costello, however, were finally being accepted and well liked. Whereas the 50’s were dominated by Elvis Presley, and the 60’s were ruled by the Beatles, no single artist or group has managed to gain that kind of widespread popularity since the break- up of the Fab Four. No superstar emerged during the year 1980-1981, and to make matters worse, rock-n-roll suffered the loss of one of its most influential musical masterminds. The cold-blooded assassination of John Lennon left virtually everyone numb with shock. There’s no doubt that the music society was hurt by the loss of Lennon. So now that the sounds of Elvis Presley and the Beatles have been forever confined to records, there’s no telling which way the musi- cal winds will blow. r J Carla Thomsen 198 Seniors ALLAN SYLVESTER: 29 Hillside Ave., Sayre. LOUIS SZABO: 15 Weber Ave., Sayre. Soccer 2, 3 PATRICIA ANN TAORMINA: 34 Driftwood Dr., Parlin. Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; Soccer Mgr. 2, 3, 4, Chorus 2; Stage Crew 2. KEITH A. TESTA: 21 Wilson Ave , Parlin. Cross Country 3; Track 3. MICHAEL STEVEN TEVIS III: 3 Cambridge Dr , Parlin. Football 2; Basketball 2, 3. 4. Basketball Club 2, 3. CARLA THOMSEN: 5 Ida St.. Sayre. TRACY TIERNEY: 52 Coolidge Ave , Parlin. Spanish Club 2; JV Basketball 2: Spring Track 2. MARC TOGLIA: 100 Dusko Dr., Parlin. Spring Musical 2, 3. 4; JV Soccer 2, 3; Soccer 4; Span- ish Club 2. 3. 4; SHS 2, 3, 4. Images 2. 3, 4; Biol- ogy Club 3, 4; Echo Lites Sports Editor 3, Fea- ture Editor 4; NHS 3. 4, Science League 3. NICHOLAS TRAINA: 91 Marsh Ave., Sayre. Band 2, 3. 4 MARY ELLEN TRICKEL: 37 Hill- side Ave., Sayre. Pep Club 2; Spanish Club 2, 3, 4, SHS 2, 3. Treas. 4, NHS 3. 4 MAUREEN TRIGGS: 71 Hillside Ave . Sayre. Pep Club 2, 4; Echo Lites 2: Spanish Club 2. 3. 4; SHS 3. 4; NHS 3, 4, JV Cheerleading Co-Capt 3; Cheer- leading 4 JOANNA MARIE TUMMINELLO: 80 Marsh Ave., Sayre. French Club 2, 3, 4; Spring Track 2, 3. 4: Pep Club 2: Stage Crew 2, 3; Echo L ites 2. 3: Class Rep. 2, 3: Winter Track 3, 4 JIM TURNER: 5 Juniper Lane. Parlin. PAULA A. TURSO: 30 Buttonwood Dr., Parlin. Class V Pres 2 KIMBERLY A. TWARDY: 40 Hillside Ave., Sayre. Tennis 3. 4; Class Sec’y 4: Student Council 4 LAURIE UNKEL: 90 Dolan St.. Sayre JV Cheerleading 2; Cheerleading 3. 4: GHS 2, 3. 4, NHS 3, 4, Spring Musical 2, 3. 4: Student Council 3, 4, Paint and Powder 4 BRIAN UST: 17 French St., Sayre. Spanish Club 2. 3, 4; Stage Crew 2 Gymnastics 4. THOMAS VANDE SANDE: 17 Kendall Dr.. Parlin. JV Soccer 2. Soccer 3. 4: JV Baseball 2, Capt. 3; Baseball 4 LISA VIBRONEK: 39 Embroidery St.. Sayre. DONNA LYNN VICIDOMINI: 25 Church St Sayre. Spanish Club 2. 3, 4; Stage Crew 2; FTA 3. 4 Tracy Tierney Marc Toglia Nicholas Trama Mary Ellen Trickel Maureen Triggs Joanna Tumminello Jim Turner Paula A. Turso Kimberly A Twardy Laurie Unkel Brian Ust Thomas vande Sande Lisa Vibronek Donna Lynn Vicidomini Seniors 199 Jumpin' Jalopies And Hyped-Up Hotrods! Since Henry Ford designed the Model T in the early 1900’s, cars have been a symbol of independence. Diana Bozan, John Zebrowski, and Doug Ryan (below) all take pride in their modes of transportation. Whether it’s a jalopy or a classic Corvette, it’s still satisfying to be able to say, “This is my car.’’ The luxury of not having to take the bus in the morn- ing. and being able to leave at 12:09 makes that gas guzzler all the more worthwhile. With the aid of parts from the local speed shop, once humdrum cars were transformed into “hotrods. Although the days of cruising the boulevard are banished to the 50’s, an extra spin around the parking lot can still attract attention. Although that first car may not last forever, the good times it was a part of do not follow it to the junkyard. ANNA R. VICINO: 72 Albert Dr., Parlin. Cross Country 2; Winter Track 2; Spring Track 2. COL- LEEN VOGEL: 4 Virginia St. Sayre. CHRISTINE VOIGHT: 4 Washington Rd.. Parlin THOMAS VUOCOLO: 20 Fracee Ave.. Sayre. Track 2, 3; Soccer 2, 3. 4 MATTHEW WEBER: 170 Wes- sco St., So. Amboy MAURA WEBER: 10 Rari tan Ave., So. Amboy. Biology Club 3. CATHY WEINSTEIN: 11 Scheid Dr.. Parlin. LINDA WELLS: 54 Such St.. Parlin. DECA Sec’y 4 REBECCA WESHNAK: 7 Florence Dr.. Parlin Class Rep. 2. 3, 4; Student Council 2, 3; Drama Club 2, 3; Stage Crew 2; Images 3, 4. STACY WEXLER: 58 Kierst St.. Parlin. Images 3. 4; Olympics of the Mind 3. EILEEN WILLIAMS: 36 Robin Place, Parlin, JIM WILSON: 28 Scheid Dr.. Parlin. Spanish Club 4. RON WINES: 3191 Bordentown Ave., Parlin. LISA WISHNEY: 19 Rota Dr., Parlin. SHS 2, 3, 4; Ecology Club 3. DEBBIE WITKOWSKI: 19 Cori St.. Parlin French Club 2, 3: Quo Vadis 2; FNA 3; NHS 3. 4; FSA 4 SUE WITKOWSKI: 15 Kierst St.. Parlin JV Cheerleading 2 MARY LOU WOLSKI: 89 Weber Ave., Sayre. German Club 2, 3; GHS 3, 4, NHS 3, 4, Pep Club 3; Biology Club 3; Ecology Club 3. THOMAS WOS: 13 Karcher St., Sayre. DEBORAH WROBEL: 8 Sioux Place. Parlin Girls’ Basketball Mgr. 2; Paint and Powder 2, 3, 4 KAREN MARIE YAREMKO: 3 Stevenson St., Parlin. Band 2; Pep Club 4. 200 Seniors Anna R. Vicino Colleen Vogel Christine Voight Thomas Vuocolo Matthew Weber Maura Weber Cathy Weinstein Linda Wells Rebecca Weshnak Stacy Wexler Eileen Williams Jim Wilson Ron Wines Lisa Wishney Debbie Witkowski Sue Witkowski Mary Lou Wolski Thomas Wos Deborah Wrobel Karen Marie Yaremko Seniors 201 ■■UPS DOWNS Leonard James Zalenski John Zebrowski Thomas Zentek Michael Zerafa Bridget S. Zezenski Carolyn Catherine Zidiak Joe Zonak Deborah Lynn Zoon STEPHEN JOSEPH YUHAS: 15 Latham Circle, Parlin. GREGORY ZACZEK: 168A MacArthur Ave.. Sayre. JEFFREY ZADLOCK: 20 Idlewild Ave., Sayre. Wrestling 2; Tennis 2, 3. LEONARD JAMES ZALENSKI: 22 Pershing Ave., Sayre Wrestling 2: Tennis 2. 3. JOHN ZEBROWSKI: 54 Forrest Ave., Sayre. JV Baseball 2, 3; Baseball 4. THOMAS ZENTEK: 11 Walling St., Sayre. MICHAEL ZERAFA: 7 Fielek Terr.. Parlin BRIDGET S. ZEZENSKI: 11 John St.. Sayre FSA 2; FNA 3; Spanish Club 3, 4; Library Council 3, 4 CAROLYN CATHERINE ZIDIAK: 46 Zale- ski Dr., Sayre. Spanish Club 2, 3; Spring Musical 2. 3: Class Rep. 3. 4. JOE ZONAK: 210 Ernston Rd., Parlin. DEBORAH LYNN ZOON: 20 Schmitt St., Sayre. Spanish Club 2, 3. 202 Seniors Profile Hell Knock You r Soc ks O f f “Give me an electric guitar, a micro- phone, and a couple hundred watts of power, and I’ll knock your socks off! Senior Ed Melee (right) is dead seri- ous about his music. “Playing with qualified musicians who can ‘groove’ is the ultimate euphoria.” Ed and rock-n-roll seem to go together, but his interests are neither few nor related. When he doesn't have a guitar in his hand, he devotes time to activities like the Varsity Soccer team, Images, the Student Council, and the Sayreville Young Republicans. Ed has participated in the newly instituted Gifted and Talented program, and has also played in SWMHS theatrical pro- ductions. However, most of Eddie’s fleeting moments of spare time are consumed by intrigue for music. He’s played in a number of bands including The Style and Tor Volskis The PSB’S. After graduating and attending Middlesex County College, Ed’s goals are simple: “I’m gonna make a million dollars in a rock-n-roll band!” Senior year is almost capped” for Robin Lorenc as the impact of gradua- tion hits her. It's not what you know, but who you know. Leo Brereton demonstrates this knowledge as he attempts to con” the portrait photographer (who he had introduced himself to at the junior prom) into taking additional pictures. Seniors 203 ups|N! DOWNS Seasons Of MisT, Memories Of Cold It seems as though the clock has stopped as Lynda Giovenco snatches a few moments out of time to catch up on her work. In September, it seemed like eons until June, but in retrospect the first day of classes seems as though it was only yesterday. Mementos of prom night and graduation won’t be pressed between the pages of a scrapbook for some time to come, but, when these thoughts are finally committed to memory, there will only be the blurred vision of the past — a past gone by, never to be touched again. A mist seems to settle on these fields filled with memories, and just as every- thing King Midas touched turned to gold, those last few precious weeks of school will become their own golden memories. There will always be definite images amidst the blurred past. Nothing can match the exhuber- ance felt when you tossed up your graduation cap for the first and final time. Nothing can match the feeling of the last time you gave your locker that final slam. Nothing can match the weightlessness of freedom — the feeling that you’ve never continued Class has finally ended, and for senior Pam New- man the long awaited weekend has come. Each day of the week evokes a different emotion: Fridays are full of excitement while Mondays can only be described as dismal. David Eisenberger finds it difficult to cope with his “Monday morning blues.” 204 Closing Susan Slaski and boyfriend Anthony Jaronsky wish that those 4 precious moments between classes weren’t so short and far between. 4fU Thumbs up to Dave DeFilippis for being so “cool.” Julie Brady streaks up and over the final hurdle like greased lightning. Closing 205 Photography buff Marjorie Streimer With an extra step, and a swing of the hips, Steve Gulick adds a flare of Fred becomes the subject of a fellow photo Astaire to a typical volleyball game. enthusiast. ThAiSpEciAl FiRST RidE been this free before and quite possibly never be this free again. A glimmer of reminiscence will cross your face remembering the little things, like getting lost on the first day of school, and just “hanging out” during those priceless four minutes between classes. There will also be the more encompassing memories. Mem- bers of the class of ’81 will one day tell their children that they graduated in the year John Len- non was brutally murdered, the American hostages came home from Iran and Ronald Reagan became the 40th President. The past will always hold memories of long-awaited Fri- days and dreary Mondays. There will be the security of familiar faces and the growing apart of friends. There will be memories of what it was like to be young and just getting out of high school, ready to conquer all obstacles. The roller coaster ride has come to an end. New expe- riences await, but that first ride will always be special. Arms upheld in joy, the Bombers realize the touchdown is theirs. 206 Closing Down in the dumps, Rita Brodniak can’t face the thought of beginning another week. However, Jill Knast sees Mondays in another light. Caught up in the activities of the past weekend, she realizes Friday is only 5 days away. Roses, a token of love, aren’t enough to show the depth of the feeling Quo Vadis '81 has for Ms. Joseph. In the rare moments when an adviser gets the chance to breathe, Ms. Joseph reflects upon the ups and downs of her career and can only smile. It’s the final hill, for seniors that first rol- lercoaster ride surges forward speeding to a grinding halt. An end of 4 years cap- tured only in memories. Closing 207 AdvERTISEMENTS 208 Advertisements Congratulations to the Class of ’81 From the Class Officers and Advisors Yahoo! We Made It! Advertisements 209 Congratulations to the Class of '81 Best Wishes From the Class of ’83 , Wuk ed to tlte (Class of 81 (Compliments of dJashinqton CCcloo (POJ Raritan Speed Sport Speed Parts and Auto Parts 512 Raritan St. Sayreville, South Amboy Best Prices Anywhere Save 10% With This Ad Our Best Wishes for Happiness, Success and Health in the Future 59 Main Street Sayreville, N.J. 08872 201-254-3600 210 Advertisements Best Wishes Graduates Sayreville Education Association People Who Care About Kids Patricia Compton, President Patrick R. Marotta, Vice President Rita Kopec, Vice President Barbara Johnson, Treasurer Beth Ann Griffiths, Corresponding Sec’y Arlene Sciarappa, Recording Sec’y Advertisements 211 EFINGER SPORTING GOOD CO. Serving the Sportsman and Athlete Since 1909 513 W. Union Avenue Bound Brook, N.J. 08805 (201) 356-0604 Outfitters of the Bombers C oncfratu(ationA to the C laAS Wholesale Distributors Everything for Every Sport Compliments of: Lockwood Boat Works, Inc. HIGHWAY 35, MORGAN WILLIAM LOCKWOOD P -'riAcillci Smith S4i MinA The Marina SOUTH AMBOY, N.J. 08879 PHONE 721-1605 Bedrecm The Original Cinema Saloon Studio of'Zb a nee Graduate of Dance Educators of America Class or Private Instructions in Tap — Ballet — Acrobatic — Hawaiian — Modern Jazz Route 35 South Amboy, N.J. 08859 1 Minnesink Avenue Parlin, New Jersey 721-8999 212 Advertisements Kolodziej and Cohan Sayreville f liarmacy l oute 9 (oundefford at diaiv Sayreville, 721-4100 ROBERT WILLENBROCK 257-2483 Proprietor DITTMAN’S FOOD MARKET Certified by jSUNOC0) NIASE BUCHBERGER’S SUNOCO 273 Main St. South River, New Jersey Transmission and Foreign Car Specialists Choice Meats Commercial Supplier Groceries Organizations Free Delivery Home Freezer Orders Proprietor Ernston Rd. and Bordentown Ave. Lyle (Bob) Buchberger Parlin, N.J. 721-9569 — 721-6311 Walter’s Auto Body The Flying Dutchman MORGAN INN INC. y-y-_ I Corner of Stevens Ave. and Rte. 35 Morgan, South Amboy, NJ 08879 721-9725 vutllt AST • 1 L- J 1 C— HAY’S BIKE SHOP Established 1963 — Authorized Dealer Schwinn — Ross 502 Raritan Street Sayreville, N.J. 727-3660 Expert Repairs Rt. 35 727-3799 Morgan, N.J. The Members of the Board of Education Extend Their Sincere Best Wishes and Congratulations Barbara A. Anderson Randy Corman Thomas R. DeCaro Danny J. DiPoalo Gertrude Goldkopf James H. Robinson Thomas J. Strugala Adeline R. Wranovics Douglas A. Cowan — President 214 Advertisements 257-3270 Four Seasons Flower and Gift Shop Lauree, Don and Leona Garbowski FLOWERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS 139 Main Street Sayreville, N.J. Braces Made You Beautiful Sayreville H.S. Made You Smart A Great Combo for the Right Start Rupp’s Sayreville Hardware 347 Washington Road Sayreville i i Old Bridge Best of Luck to All Graduates” Dr. Donald W. Frantz Orthodontist 28 Throckmorton Lane 727-6666 Peterpank Diner Route 9 Sayreville, N.J. 721-2850 Homestyle Cooking Our Specialty Also Featuring: Steaks, Chops and Quality Seafood Salad Bar, Cocktails Fresh-baked Goods Daily Advertisements 215 TXTestmount V w C t % Jeitmount (Country dfuL damp l oatl lAJedt f atterdon, dj. . 256-2700 Francisco A. Salcie, MD Herbert B. Bierman Esq. Raj B. Dhakhwa, MD 216 Advertisements $oin tin Sayreville ijouncf Republicans Politics of the New Wave President Richard Becker Vice-President Joseph DiSciullo Learning From the Past to Serve the Future ” Sayreville Historical Society Ernston Liquors 310 Ernston Road Parlin, N.J. 08859 Congratulations to the Class of '81 Greens ’n Things A Seasonal Store 727-2440 Imported and Domestic Wines Cold Beer Kegs and Cases 3185 BORDENTOWN AVE. SAYREVILLE, N.J. 08859 721-8840 ONE HOUR DRY CLEANERS Washington Rd. and Roosevelt Blvd. 727-1719 Sayreville, N.J. We Specialize in Drapes, Suede and Leather Wedding Gowns Tailor on Premises Laundry Cross Country Cable Plymouth JOE D’ESPOSITO 727-7000 Sayreville Chrysler-Plymouth, Inc. Route 9 and Ernston Road — Sayreville, N.J. P.O. South Amboy, N.J. 08b79 721-3600 Advertisements 217 Congratulations Class of 1981 In Memory Of EDWARD J. ROBINSON Former Sayreville Educator for Thirty-Eight Years 1932-1970 He Pursued the Highest Ideals in Education and Dedicated His Life to Furthering the Knowledge of His Students 218 Advertisements ratu fat i onA Webb’s Auto Body Repair Auto Sales Warren C. Webb Owner Manager Samsel School PTA Congratulations Laura Quo Vadis And The Class of 81 Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Saltzman and Family 1 Parkview Blvd. Parlin, N.J. 08859 721-4900 282 Emston Road Parlin, New Jersey 08859 Phone (201) 727-1570 Innovators II Hair Designers NOT FOR WOMEN ONLY fJlie 'Ylledicine fflioppe Joseph R. Motard, Jr. R.Ph. Manager 520 Emston Rd., Sayreville, N.J. 727-4550 Open Tues.-Fri. 10-9, Sat. 10-4 3310 Washington Road Parlin, N.J. 08859 Phone: 727-0993 Advertisements 219 Jlie (Soroush of Sayreville (Congratulate A the graduating (Class of 1981 n £1. C,zefniLowdLi, Idflayor Jelix lAJidnieu dfij president SZenneth W. anan, Sc. httiam acLson Joseph W. J eenan, r. OL omas tZ JCuU Inaniero Jrauisano 220 Advertisements Sapide WeJicJ Qroup 53 Main Street Sayreville, N.J. 08872 254-6200 Peds. and Adult Med. 254-7600 — OB-GYN 26 Throckmorton Lane Old Bridge, N.J. 08857 679-5100 — Peds. 679-8500 — Adult Med and OB-GYN 679-5800 Business Office Cox’s Sayreville Flower Shop 154 Washington Road Sayreville, NJ 08872 254-0085 Phone 727-9782 BECKWITH’S GETTY SERVICENTER Major Auto Repairs Inspection Work — Lubrication Accessories Jack Beckwith Bordentown Ave. Cor. Ernston Road Parlin, N.J. 08859 15 Cherry Lane Parlin Off Washington Road (barmen -S pezzi 1Juneraf Jdome edic cited to perdonaf Service 721-1290 Spacious Facilities Ample Parking Advertisements 221 Congratulations Class of “81” Mr. Dee’s Hot Dogs (Ernston and Johnsons Lane) Also Mr. Dee’s Subs (Rahway Ave., Woodbridge) Weller's Pharmacy Prescriptions 257-0759 69 Main St. James E. Weller, R.P. Sayreville, N.J. 08872 Congratulations Claire and the Class of '81 Shear Imagination in Hair Design for Men and Women 152 Main St. Sayreville 254-4622 Family Carpets, Inc. Carpet — Tile — Linoleum 726 Hwy 516 Old Bridge, NJ Opp. Browntown Shopping Center 679-2560 EL MATADOR Open 24 Hours Steaks Seafood Chops Free Salad Bar With Dinner U.S. Hwy. No. 9 0. Bridge Twp. — 721-8511 J. J. Harrigan Co., Insurance Courteous and Efficient Personal Service • Auto • Homeowners • Commercial • Small Businesses • Life Insurance Phone: 254-2662 Sayreville Auto Parts, Inc. Automotive Parts and Accessories Speed Equipment Machine Shop Service 1250 Route 9 Sayreville 721-7500 242 Main Street Sayreville, N.J. 08872 222 Advertisements The Sayreville Young Democratic Club Congratulations P.O. Box 152, Sayreville, NJ 08872 President — John Wisniewski Class of 1981 Vice President — George Jorgensen Treasurer — Chris Gronsky Recording Secretary — Lori Lynch Corresponding Secretary — Kim Kominikiewicz Sergeant-at-Arms — Matt Persons Legal Adviser — Jeff Lichtenstein Roosevelt School PTA Good Luck and Best d ishes to the Class of '8 Class of '82 1500 Main St. Sayreville, NJ 08872 Congratulations Class of 1981 Sayreville Lawn Garden Center Lawn Service Maintenance Greenfield’s of Sayreville Landscaping Residential Commercial Greenhouse Plants Shrubs 93 Main Street Sayreville, NJ 08872 254-0161 Advertisements 223 J!rn DLJ Shop Flowers for All Occasions 727-6464 257-3629 3225 Washington Rd. Parlin, N.J. 08859 Mini Mall Ernston Road and Route 9 Parlin, New Jersey 08859 m Prompt Courteous Service-Our Trademark- VILLAGE INN LIQUORS SAYREVILLE’S HOME OF FINE WINE SPIRITS 51 8-520 Washington Rd., Sayreville 254-1442 400 Washington Rd. Sayreville, NJ 08872 Kuchtas Parlin Supply House Inc. (201) 254-5150 „ � !'- WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES- Best Wishes to the Class of !81 5 Eisenhower School P.T.O. Carouie beauty S)hop Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 727-1020 721-9794 No Appointment Necessary 727-4344 ONE HOUR MODERNIZING DRY CLEANING FRANK MALAQUIAS 308 ERNSTON RD. PARLIN, NJ 08859 224 Advertisements SW HHS Student Council Fulfilling goals and touching others in many ways Student Community School Representation Projects Spirit 1980-81 OFFICERS President: JUDY KALICKI Secretary: CELESTE DEL GATTO Vice President: MIKE REAGAN Treasurer: WAYNE LOCKLIN Advisors: M. Kwiatkowski L. Kratinski Advertisements 225 UPS N DOWNS The Editors and Staff of QUO VADIS Extend Their Best Wishes to the Graduates Editors-in-Chief Don Ferenci Laura S. Saltzman Layout Editors Natalie Barbella Paul C. La Plante Copy Editor Joey Di Sciullo Athletics Editor Pamela A. Sowley Assistant Editor, David Saltzman Senior Editors Stephanie Gumas Madeline A. Jones Student Life Activities Editor Lisa Cypra Academics Faculty Editors Lynda Giovenco Kelly Gorka Underclass Editors Jacqueline Knast Elise Kowzan Typing Editor Bettina Klein Business Manager Claire Farrell Adviser Ms. Karen Joseph Staff Jessica Bauer Judy Berardicelli Warren Clark Kevin Ferguson Wendy Good Scott Huguenin Brett Klaproth Carol Kowzan Matt Pachkowski Michael Saltzman Rohit Shah 226 Advertisements A ccardo, Lisa 162 Administration 126-127 Aich, Gary 12, 70, 162 Albanir, Mrs. Barbara 113, 135 Albany. Jackie 74, 162 Albany, Joseph 152 Albert, Janice 162 Allman. Cindy 67, 88, 89. 152 All State Chorus 27 Almeida, Arthur 142 Alster, Alisa 152 Altieri, Andrew 162 Alvarado, Liza 142 Alvear, Robert 142 Amarescu, Eric 152 Anderson, Mrs. B. 126 Anderson, Bill 92 Anderson, David 29, 32, 112, 152 Anderson, Dawn 30 Anderson, Dean 142 Anderson, Douglas 162 Anderson, John 142 Anderson, Laura 162 Anderson, Nancy 152 Angelhone, P. 139 Anthony, Brian 70, 162 Anthony, Robert 83. 142 Antone, Leah 142 Antonides. Debra 142 Antonitis, Marge 104, 163 Antonucci, John 163 Appel, Lisa 163 Appell, Cindy 142 Applegate, Aaron 10, 48, 86, 104, 115 Applegate, Fred 163 Arkis, Janet 29 Armus. Jill 25, 152, 159 Arthur, Mrs. Irene 136 Ashe, Richard 163 Auriemmo, Frank 73, 142 rc achman, Dara 111, 152 Bailey, Ed 163 Bailey. Jill 142 Bailey, Karen 152 Bailey, Laura 163 Bailey, Marcy 89, 142 Baker, Karen 163 Balka, David 152 Ballo, Jill 152 Balon, J. 139 Balsamo, Joseph 163 Balsamo, Danielle 142 Balzamo, Michele 163 Band Front 30-31 Barbella, Natalie 35, 106, 107, 111, 121, 163, 154, 138 Barnes, Mr. Kevin 54, 138 Bartkovsky, Ronald 163 Bartlinski, Mary 29, 106, 142 Basketball, Boys’ 84-85 Basketball, Girls' 88-89 Basketball. Boys’ JV 87 Basketball, Girls JV 86 Basso, Christopher 142 Basso, Linda 152 Baszak, Edward 142 Baszak, Louise 152 Batissa, Gail 99, 101, 152 Battaglia, Thomas 73, 143 Battiato, Mark 55, 152 Bauer, Jessica 115, 123, 143 Bauer, Matt 29 Baumann, Mrs. Georgia 132 Baumann, Jean Marie 143, 148 Baumann, Rich 163 Baxter, Dawn 106, 143 Beck, Leonard 106, 143 Becker, Lee 163 Becker, Nadine 83, 106, 143 Becker, Richard 106, 160, 163 Behr, Peter 163 Bender, Lorry 152 Benulis, William 164 Berardicelli, Dina 146, 152 Berardicelli, Judy 67, 143 Berg, Thomas 164 Bergeron, Theresa 143 Bernardi, Eva 164 Bernicker, Judi 30. 143 Bertschy, David 164 Besso, James 85, 152 Best. Thomas 152 Betzler, Leeann 164 Beyer, Kathy 98, 104, 115, 164 Beyer, Ken 152 Biancamano, Steve 80. 152 Bienias, Joyce 164 Binda, Adrianne 6, 164 Binder, Nancy 143 Binder, Paul 143 Biology Club 110-111 Birardi, Michele 164 Bird, Michael 164 Bittle, Miss Joan 132 Bjelka, Miss Maureen 136, 137, 159 Blanda, Robert 152 Blaska, Rhonda 29 Blaszka, Deneen 152 Blaszka, Kevin 164 Blaszka, Lisa 99, 143 Blaszka, Lori 101, 143 Blaszka, Marisa 100, 161, 164 Blaszka, Tim 81, 152 Bloch, Chris 92 Bloodgood, Coleen 113, 115, 143 Bloodgood, Sharyn 27, 28, 164 Blue and Grey Week 40-41 Boardman, Mr. Kenneth 2, 135 Bobbins, Melissa 152 Bocson, Holly 99, 152 Boda, John 152 Bodnar, Susan 143 Boehm, Mr. C. 126 Boehm, Kurt 80 Boehm, Laura 143 Boganski, Nancy 130, 152 Bolger, Deanna 41, 152 Bolton, Ronald 143 Bonnefin, Michelin 114, 143 Borak, Mrs. Patti 128, 129 Borawski, Frank 86. 152 Bordak, Mr. Martin 35, 46, 136 Boris, Christin 25, 100 Borup, Randal 72, 73, 86, 152 Bottomly, Brian 25, 164 Bottomly, Kevin 152 Bouchard, Jacalyn 57, 77, 143 Bourke, James 152 Bouthillette, Glen 65, 164 Bowes, Thomas 152 Boyce, Yvonne 98. 164 Bozan, Cynthia 30, 143 Bozan, Diana 164, 200 Bracht, Frank 152 Brady, John 81, 143 Brady, Judy 164 Brady, Julie 152, 205 Brady, Kenneth 152 Brady, Michael 67, 143 Brady, Thomas 65, 164 Braitsch, Bill 165 Braitsch, Marie 143 Brand, Joseph 73, 86, 143 Brander, Melisa 152 Bratsano, Stamatis 143 Brego, Glenn 73, 143 Breitweiser, Cheryl 152 Bremer, Allison 63, 143 Bremer, Deborah 152 Bremer, Eric 29 Brereton, Leo 106, 112, 127, 165, 203 Bressler, C. 139 Brewer, Bonnie 29, 99, 143, 144 Brien, Patricia 152 Brien, Peter 165 Brien, Sue 165 Briody, Ellen 91, 98, 166 Briody, Kate 77 Brock, Steve 166, 193 Brock, Valerie 29 Brockup, Tim 166 Brodniak, Rita 92. 93, 106, 107, 165, 166, 207 Brower, Bernie 10, 152 Brower, Susan 68, 166 Brown, Denise 152 Brown, Mr. Richard 136 Brugnoli, Thomas 152 Bruno, Gina 68, 89, 166 Bruno, Theresa 131 Brys, Linda 106, 152 Brys, Nancy 166 Buchanan, Mrs. Margaretta 139 Buckalew, James 143 Buckiewicz, Mrs. Dorris 139 Buckler, Ann 101, 152 Buckley, Vivian 166 Buczynski, Cindy 98. 100, 104, 107, 166 Budny, Denise 166 Budny, Janice 143 Bufano, Suzanne 83, 106, 143 Bukow, Joyce 143 Bunyon, Robert 152 Buono, Theresa 143 Burgbank, Dot 68, 166 Burgermeister, Bob 166 Burgermeister, Bill 106, 143 Burke, Harold 143 Burkshot, Lois 41, 106, 152 Burnett, Ralph 143 Burns, Eileen 99, 166 Burns, Kathleen 143 Burns, Robert 83, 166 Burrell, Sheila 41, 106, 152 Burzynski, Joseph 81, 152 Bush, Charles 143 Businski, Karl 143 Butler, Robert 152 Buttitta, Cheryl 166 Buyofski, Donna 166 Byrnes, Kathleen 103, 106, 143 Byrnes, Susan 32, 104, 152 Byrnes, Thomas 167, 170 r afeteria chatter 16-17 Caliendo, Mr. John 114, 141 Callahan, Arlette 143 Callahan. Jeannine 110, 152 Camacho, Alberto 38. 41, 167 Camacho, Alden 152, 157 Cameron, Dawn 110, 143 Cameron, Lisa 167 Campbell, Mary 63, 143 Cann, Robert 167 Cannella, Nancy 152 Cannon, Thomas 167 Capeci, Daniel 143 Cardone. Len 167 Carcich, Mr. Louis 135 Carlesimo, Tricia40, 99. 152, 159 Carlo, Barbara 167 Carlo, Daniel 73. 152 Carltock, Mrs. Marie 132 Carney, Doug 167 Carney. Erin 152 Carney, Jerry 80 Carney, John 143 Carney, J. 139 Carney, Thomas 168 Carollo, David 143 Carr. Barry 143 Carr, Joann 143 Carrano, Cathy 168 Carstens, Karen 29. 143 Caruso, Joseph 109, 168 Caruso, Michael 67, 81, 143 Caruso, Paul 29 Casale, Natalie 143 Cascais, Virginia 31, 50, 55, 140, 168 Casella, Jmaes 169 Casella, John 143 Castello, Ann 169 Castlegrant, Larry 143 Castronovo, Tony 29, 96, 152 Castrorao, Renee 2, 74, 169 Cejner, Christine 143 Cenci, Kim 143 Cerase, Debbie 169 Chance, Holly 52 Chance, Mary 143 Chaplin, Karen 143 Cheerleaders 100-101 Chernow. Mike 152 Cheskin, Mr. Joel 2, 135 Chess Club 112-113 Chiacchiaro, Maria 115, 143 Chiaramonte, Donna 11, 169 Chirico, Steven 152 Cholowski. Annmarie 104, 111, 169 Christensen, David 67, 143 Christensen, Jill 106, 169 Christensen, Scott 111 Chrysanthopoulos, G. 169 Chudkowski, Dianne 152 Ciavarro, Dawn 9, 152 Ciccarone. Jeanne 152 CIE COE DECA 52-53 Cirko, James 7, 110, 112, 152 Ciszewski, Mr. John 128, 134 Clark, Arlene 67 Clark, Meg 100, 169 Clark, Warren 115, 118, 123, 152 Clarke. Kate 77, 152 Clarke, Kathleen 143 Clyde, Patty 67 Cohen, Neil 67,90, 143 Coleman, Mrs. Patricia 141 Colter, Jesse 143 Collier, Darlene 29, 143 Colophon 232 Coman, Michael 152 Comerford. James 169 Comerford, Kevin 99, 143 Como, Faith 169 Comeforo, Mrs. Caryl 130, 186 Compta, Edward 143 Compta, Vivienne 152 Condiracci, Edward 86, 113, 143 Conlon, Keith 70, 73, 153 Connors. Dana 67 Connors, James 153 Connors, Jeff 64, 65, 92, 93, 168 Conover, Sandra 153 Conrad, Sharon 169 Conroy. Bette 153 Consolo, Linda 153 Cook, Mike 73, 85. 153 Cooney, Joseph 67, 153 Cooney, Terence 70, 169 Coppinger, Mrs. Joan 57, 114, 132 Cordes. Robert 131 Corman, Mr. R. 126 Corrigan, Monica 153 Corsetti, Denise 153 Costello, Steven 169 Counsman, Anne 130, 169 Counsman, Mr. Henry 126 Cowan, Mr. D. 126 Cowan, Pam 153 Coyle, Debbie 98, 114, 170 Coyle, Karen 170 Coye, Maureen 30, 85, 143 Coyne, Julianne 143 Critelli, Deana 170 Croasmun, Lisa 13, 170 Cross Country, Boys’ 78-80 Cross Country, Girls’ 76-77 Crowe, Robert 153 Crozier, Colleen 86, 124, 143 Crummy, Patricia 100, 170, 188 Cseh, Ken 170 Cserr, Steve 50, 128 Cumber, Scott 143 Cunha, Steve 9, 70, 170 Cunliffe, Mr. Charles 33. 112, 132 Cunliffe. Maryam 143 Curotto, Robert 143 Curren, Dolores 153 Curtis, Brian 144 Curtis, John 170 Cusumano, Paul 144, 150 Cusumano, Tony 153 Cutrona, Jeff 61, 153 Cypra, Laurie 144 Cypra, Lisa 107, 122, 171 Cyr, Robert 144 Czachur, Ed 85, 171 Czernikowski, Mayor 174 aloia, Scott 70, 171 Dalton, Kenneth 144 D'Amato, Bruce 144 D’Ambra, Vincent 144 Index 227 Danella, Diane 25, 31, 153 Danella, James 171 Dankovcik, Rich 112, 144 D'Arpa, Antonio 3, 61, 92, 171 D'Arpa, Paul 73. 81, 144 Davis, Robert 171 DeBiase, Carl 80 DeBiase. Liz 77. 107. 171. 186 DeBiase. Patty 153 DeCaro. Mr. T. 126 Dechiara, Vincent 81 Decker. Douglas 144 Defilippis, Dave 106. 153. 205 Defino. Marie 153 DeForne. John 144 Dekanski, Margaret 171 Delgado, Mark 50 DelGato, Celeste 26. 98. 99. 115, 117. 153 DelGesso, Dina 31, 144 DelGuercio, Donna 171 DelGuercio. Larry 144 Deliman, Debra 144 Deliman, Joann 153 Dell, Janet 29 Delmotte, Marie 153 Delucia, Jon 153 DeMarco, Phyllis 153 DeMarco, Sharon 171 DeMild. Patti 86. 153 Dempkowski. Ken 144 Denino, Michael 47, 82, 83, 153 DePasquale, Donald 110, 116, 144 Deutsch, Jennifer 106, 107, 171 Deutsch, William 153 Devine, Leeann 171 DeWorth, Wendi 153 Diaczyszyn, Diana 153 Diaczyszyn, Kathy 27, 104, 107, 171, 176 Di Angelis, Steven 29, 144 Diaz, Janet 144 DiBenedetto, Tom 144 Dill, Annette 144 Dill, Mr. Homer 126 Dineen, Mr. Patrick 2, 141 DiPoalo, Christina 52, 171 DiPoalo, Mr. D. 126 DiSciullo, Joseph 45, 107, 121, 123, 171 DiSciullo. Paul 144 Dittman, J. 139 Dittmer, George 144 Dodge. Judy 100, 171, 186 Dolan. Jill 86, 144 Dolan, Judy 31, 144 Doll. Mr. William 77, 135 Domino, John 86. 153 Donnelly, Denise 31, 114. 153 Donnelly, Tom 29 Door Decorating 26 Down, Marjorie 153 Down, Susan 172 Downes, Laura 111, 144 Doyle. Nancy 153 Drohan, Lori 156. 172 Dropkin, Robyn 172 Drwal, Cathy 77 Drwal, Laureen 49, 77, 106, 153 Dryzga. John 107, 111, 112, 113, 116, 172 Dubil. Glynn 153 Duffy, Lisa 101, 153 Dulemba, Mrs. Mary 141 Dunn, Sean 154 Dunn, Thomas 73. 154 During, David 61, 172 During, Joseph 154 Dusko, Greg 172 Dwyer. Greg 57. 70, 173 Dwyer, Ken 65, 67, 154 Dwyer, Susan 173 Dziekan, Marie 173 Dyczok, John 25, 112, 144 Dzergoski, Michael 173 - berle, Alexis 173 Echo Lites 116-117 Eckstrom, Mike 92 Ecology Club 110-111 Edgington, Tom 154 Eisenberger, David 173, 204 Elwood, Estelle 92, 107, 173 English, Ed 173 Eppinger, Wayne 173 Eska, Paul 32. 161 Esposito, Anthony 32, 73, 144 Esposito, Kathy 67 Esposito, Rose 154 Evanovich, Dr. George 113, 136 fj acuity 126-141 Faczak, Gregory 80, 173 Fallon, Ann 173 Fallon, Melanie 43, 144 Fallon, Michael 29, 144 Fallon, Patti 29 Fanok, John 144 Farfel, Robin 30. 154 Fargo. Colleen 97. 111, 113. 116, 144 Fargo. Kevin 92, 110, 111, 116, 154 Farmer, David 173 Farrell, Claire 114, 122, 173 Farrelly, Romona 144 Farver, Cindy 20, 173 Fauci, Carmine 144 Fazekas, Robert 144 Fazekas, Robin 173 FBLA FSA FTA 114-115 Fehl, Ron 154 Fehrle, Mrs. Miriam 138 Fennell, Taryn 173 Fenstermaker, Keri 63, 114, 144 Fenstermaker, Todd 29 Ferenci. Donald 45, 107, 120, 160, 174, 191, 197 Ferguson, Kevin 39, 45, 116, 123, 144 Ferguson. Patrick 54, 144 Ferreri, A. (Mgr.) 139 Ferri, Nick 154 Ferrigno, Sal 154 Ferro, Ivan 144 Festino, Ken 144 Festino, Mike 174 Field, Brice 144 Field, Robyn 99 Field, Stacie 144 Field Hockey 68-69 Field Hockey, JV 67 Fig, Kathy 53, 174 Fingeriin, Michael 144 Fingerlin, Robert 174 Firestine, Lisa 111, 145 Fischer, Cathy 29, 145 Fischer, Coach 81, 83 Fischer, Theresa 114, 145 Fitzpatrick, Bernadette 106, 114, 145 Fitzpatrick. Jim 29 Flaherty. Brian 67, 106, 145 Flakker, James 174 Flanagen, Jeff 154 Flannery. Linda 114 Flechner, Susan 107, 174 Fleming, Mr. R. 126 Fleming, Robyn 154 Florenzie, Richard 174 Fogarty, Patricia 145 Fogarty, Sharon 154 Football 70-71 Football. JV 72 Football, Sophomore 73 Ford. Louis 154 Foreign Language Festival 104- 105 Fortoul Arturo 174 Foschini. Charles 145 Fox, Barbara 104, 106, 153, 154 Fox. Kevin 170, 175 Fraass, Tim 154 Franzese, Karen 29 Freeman, Karen 175 Freeman, Lori 106, 154 Freid, Brian 175 Freid, Helen 30. 145 French Club and Honor Society 106 Freyer, Beth 86, 145 Freyer, Kurt 175 Friedlander, Curt 175, 198 Fruehwirth, Don 154 Frushon, Andrea 175, 184 Fusco, Mark 145 Fulham, Barb 29 Fulham, Mike 175 Fuller, Justine 175 Fuoti. Phil 175 f' alantino, Mrs. Laura 130, 144 Gallagher, Chris 154 Gallagher. Jim 67. 145 Gallagher, John 154 Gallagher, Ken 154 Gallagher, Mark 29, 145 Gallagher, Tom 175 Gan, Susan 104, 107, 175 Ganci, Maria 145 Garbowski, Michele 29, 86, 154 Garnett, Kathleen 154 Garrick, Frank 145 Gawron, Alfred 145 Gawron, George 175 Geiger, Theresa 145 Geipel, Joann 154 Geleta, Joseph 145 Geletei, Mr. James 128 Geletei, Joseph 29, 99. 112, 154 Gelfand, Evan 20, 29. 175 Gelfand, Stephanie 29 Gellis, Karyn 145 Gelsinon, Mrs. Elyse 132 Genua, Doreen 106, 145 Gerard, Nancy 31, 145 Gerba, Scott 154 Gerlesky, Susan 35, 145 German Club and GHS 106 Giamboi, Catherine 154 Gibbons, Sue 145 Giddes, Linda 154 Giesler, Susan 145 Gifted and Talented 56 Gilbert, Lana 62, 63 Gilbert, Tom 80, 145 Gilboy, Joseph 175 Gilfillan, Mr. Fred 85, 86, 131, 136 Gilkie, Eric 145 Ginman, Raymond 25, 48, 91, 145 Giordano, Jerry 57, 175 Giordano, Mike 73 Giovenco, Lynda 123, 175, 204 Gizzi, Diane 104, 107, 110, 160, 176 Glenn, Wendy 106, 114, 154 Gochango, Margaret 29 Godowski, James 29, 154 Goetz, Elizabeth 176 Goetz, Mary 176 Golaszewski, John 154 Golaszewski, Karen 176 Gola, Mrs. Christine 130, 144 Goldkopf, Mrs. G. 126 Golla, Bernice 154 Golla, Renee 29 Golla, Robert 29, 176 Good. Wendy 154 Goodman, Jeanne 114, 145 Goodspeed. Linda 110, 145 Gorka, Kelly 123, 176 Gorka, Kristine 56, 115, 154 Goskowsky, Stephen 83, 176 Gozora, Mr. Steven 134, 135 Grabas, Sharon 154 Grabas, Steven 34. 145 Graff. Robin 154 Grandinetti. Steve 176 Grandjean, James 154 Grasso, Karen 114, 176 Grasso, Susan 131, 176 Grau, Kathy 106, 145 Grau. Mike 4. 9. 177, 194 Green, Donna 154 Green, Elise 177 Griffin, Scott 177 Griffith, Louise 154 Groncki, Mrs. Barbara 140, 141 Gronsky, Chris 104, 113, 154 Grzymski, Tom 29, 102, 177, 181 Guancione. Jodi 154 Guarino, Jeff 154 Gugliotta, Dan 46, 83, 154 Gugliotta, John 6, 154 Gulick, Stephen 177, 206 Gullo, Robert 80. 81. 99, 145 Gumas, Stephanie 19, 68, 121, 174, 177 Gunia, Thomas 51, 80, 113, 145 Gurgol, C. 139 Gymnastics, Boys' 60-61 Gymnastics, Girls' 62-63 IL™ Hagopian, Cheryl 154 Hahn, Mrs. Arlene 139 Hahn, Timothy 106, 113, 177 Hahneman, Rodger 65, 154 Haklar, Albert 177 Haley, Doug 70, 177 Haley, Drew 154 Hall, Charlotte 106, 110, 111, 112, 113, 154 Hall, David 113, 178 Haltli, Robert 145 Haltli, David 145 Haltli, Lori 178 Haltli, Mrs. Patricia 141 Haltli, Tom 54, 154 Hambley, Cathy 178 Hamma, Scott 154 Hammer, Laura 154 Hampson, Kathleen 29, 48, 154 Hangouts 24-25 Haney, Kathy 114, 145 Haney, Kevin 178 Hanlon, Donna 178 Hansel, Darryl 145 Hanstein, Donna 154 Hardbrod, June 107, 178, 186 Harding, Danielle 145 Hardy, Maureen 155 Harnick, Judi 155 Harrigan, Kellyann 106, 145, 146 Harrison, Jean 145 Harrison, Patricia 145 Hart, Theresa 107, 178 Hartman, Kathy 52, 178 Hartman. Patti 140, 155 Hartman, R. 139 Hartman, Thomas 29, 145 Hastie, Scott 155 Hauber, Fran 178 Hauber, Irene 145 Haynes, William 155 Hazners, Mrs. Vija 102, 106, 132 Hefele, Mr. Steve 85, 138 Hefelfinger, Mr. John 138, 61 Heil. Charles 178 Heimall, Debbie 145 Heise, Kirstin 74, 145 Helleland, Eric 145 Hellinger, Jeffrey 106, 145 Hellwig, Mrs. Elizabeth 135 Helpa, Lise Anne 99, 111, 155 Helwig, Mr. Larry 138 Hept, Sheri 19, 101, 155 Herbert, Barbara 74, 155 Herrick, Paul 145 Hesterhagen, Lori 145 Higgins, Gregg 81, 145 Hilger, Marie 178 Himel, Lisa 30 Himey, Eileen 145 Himey, Linda 178 Hogan, Doreen 145 Hogarth, Laurie 145 Hohsfield, Holly 178 Holliday, Mary 155 Holsworth, Jeff 145 Holt, Jeanne 92, 99, 155 Holthausen, John 155 Holup, Brent 145 Homecoming 20-21 Homecoming Preparation 18-19 Home Economics 60 Hoover, Dawn 155 228 Index Hoover. Diann 85. 146 Hope, Coleen 43, 105, 155 Hope, Gail 146 Horbatt, Peter 146 Horvath, Mr. William 128 Hospador, Shawn 155 Hourahan, Margaret 155 Hourahan, Neil 178 Howardson, Theresa 99, 159 Howells, Robin 146 Hrankowski, Barbara 17 Hrankowski, Sharon 155 Hudock, Mr. Robert 135 Hufford, John 179 Hufford, Sandra 155 Hughes, Joseph 179 Hughes, Lisa 155 Huguenin, Scott 104, 121, 155 Humanities 48-49 Hummel, Janet 155 Hummel. Karen 107, 111, 114, 179 Hyatt, Mary Ann 155 | mages 118-119 lorillo, Lisa 179 Industrial Arts 51 Inman, Mr. James 67, 138 Izworski, Cheryl 155 ablonski, Ken 146 Jackowski, Beth 179 Jadwinski, Irene 146 Jadwinski, Patty 31, 102, 179 Jaffe, Brent 115, 119. 179, 188 Jaffe, Mike 29 Jakob, Lisa 106, 179 Jankowski, Mrs. Nancy 139 Janson, Jennifer 146 Jardula, Mrs. Constance 132 Jaronsky, Anthony 155, 205 Jarusiewicz, Jill 155 Jarusiewicz, Jody 86, 146 Jarvis, David 5, 155, 1 Jasion, Michael 155 Jasko, Nancy 180 Jeannette. Glenn 73, 146 Jedrusiak, Jill 146 Jedrusiak, Joann 180 Johnson, Miss Barbara 136 Johnson, Joanne 155 Johnson, Lisa 180 Johnson, Stan 161, 180 Jolly, Doreen 99, 101, 155 Jones, Angela 55, 180 Jones, Francis 146 Jones, Helena 155 Jones. John P 297 29, 106, 155 Jones, Kathy 67 Jones, Madeline 104, 107, 111, 121, 160, 174, 180 Jones, Marybeth 76, 77, 99. 146 Jones, Molly 146 Joseph, Ms. Karen 120, 132, 207 Josso, Joann 155 Juliano, Gayle 155 Juniors 152-159 Jurkiewicz, Scott 86 abat, Jody 99. 155, 159 Kackurich, Joe 29 Kaczynski, Maryann 86, 146 Kadi. Mrs. Carol 135 Kaelin, Robert 155 Kaiser. Kim 180 Kalamaras. Connie 102, 146 Kalamaras, Emanuel 146 Kalamaras. Peter 146 Kalicki, Judy 68. 98. 99, 180 Kalinowski, Joseph 180 Kallnischkies, P. 180 Kallnischkies, Vicky 146 Kaluzny, Richard 180 Kaminski. Janet 30, 38, 114, 147, 148 Kaminski, Judi 98, 100, 104, 107, 180 Kampf, Donna 181 Kane. Lauri 155 Kantor, Kimberly 114, 154, 155 Kapes, Kurt 181 Karounos, Olga 155 Kath. Arnold 181 Kausch, Donald 181 Kausch, Richard 147 Kawalec, Donna 30, 155 Kawalec, Joe 29 Kawalec, Laura 3, 28, 106, 107, 111, 136, 181 Kazmierski, Kevin 94, 155 Kearney, Brian 147 Kearney, Joseph 5, 73, 155 Kearney, Loretta 181 Kearney, Theresa 77, 155 Keir, Manuel 147 Kelly, Richard 147 Kennedy, Lisa 31, 62, 63 Kennovin, James 147 Kenny, Jackie 155 Kenny, Robert 155 Ketterer, Mr. Timothy 48. 135 Khan, Robert 67, 155 Kides. Lynn 181 Kieras, Timothy 112, 147 Kiernan, John 48, 80, 90, 155 Kiernan, Kevin 66, 67, 99, 147 Kierst, Carol 181 Kieselowsky, Steve 52, 182 Kilian, Tracy 4, 29. 155 Kinsel, Gary 147 Kirk, Lisa 155 Kirk, Patricia 106, 155 Kirk, Patty 92, 98, 182 Kirk, Stephen 79. 80. 182 Kirsch, Jeannine 155 Kiyak, Cynthia 68, 91, 147 Kjersgaard. Sherri 155 Kjersgaard, Vince 147 Klaproth, Brett 49, 155 Klapy, Stephen 182 Klauder, Kristine 155 Klein, Bettina 74, 75. 106, 113, 123, 182 Kleinow, Ellen 155 Kleinow, Michael 11, 85, 182 Knast, Jacqueline 106, 111, 114, 121, 155 Knast, Jill 31, 165, 182,207 Knoell, Keith 29, 147 Kobstad, Bernadette 111, 155 Kobstad, Ted 179, 182 Koenigsberg, Mr. Charles 132 Koester, Brett 36, 37, 183 Kokich, Robert 183 Kole, Kathy 35. 147 Koledits, Laura 183 Koller, Joan 106, 147 Kolmansperger, Sharon 31, 183 Kominkiewicz, Kim 86, 147 Koncz, Mrs. Lorraine 132 Konkowski, Kim 115, 147 Konopka, Dawn 183 Konopka, Joanne 110, 114, 147 Kopek. Christine 31, 156 Kopec, Miss Rita 132, 159 Koprowicz, Diane 147 Koprowicz, Zygmunt 183 Kornblum, Cindy 31, 147 Kornblum, Scott 183 Kosciewicz, Edward 34, 37, 147 Kotkin, Janet 147 Kotkin, Steve 183 Kotsak, Barry 147 Kottaras, Anna 147 Kotula, Andrew 38. 112 Kotula. Tom 183 Kovaleski, Keith 156 Kowalewski, Cheryl 147 Kawalski, Stephanie 147 Kowzan, Carol 68, 147 Kowzan, Elise 104, 111. 121, 156 Kraivec, John 70, 183 Krajewski, Laura 29 Krall. John 147 Krall, Karin 183 Kratinski, Mrs. Leanore98, 135 Krause. Russell 147 Krawet, Steven 17, 107, 183 Krieger, Raymond 58, 70, 98, 182, 813 Kreseski, Thomas 29, 147 Krieger, Chris 65, 147 Krumbine, Fred 85, 156 Krumbine, Judith 85, 147 Kryzkowski, Sue 156 Krzyzkowski, Walt 147 Kubisiak, Valerie 99, 101, 156 Kuciel, James 183 Kuciel, Karen 31, 156 Kulick, Alison 147 Kulin, John 80. 147 Kupcha, Gail 77 Kupsch, Christine 183 Kupsch, Doreen 147 Kurczeski, Kim 156 Kurtz, Mark 156 Kwiatkowski, Miss Christine 95, 104, 132 Kwiatkowski, Miss Marianne 98, 136 Kwiecinski, Robert 156 l_____ abassi, Linda 29, 183 LaBranche, Laurie 57, 184 LaBranche, Linda 147 Ladzinski, Mark 73, 156 Ladzinski, Matt 86, 147 LaFontaine, Ray 156 Laikowski, Vickie 63. 114, 115, 147 Lajewski, Ann Marie 29 Lakatos, Jackie 107, 110, 184 Lake, Mrs. Marie 130 Lakomski, Tim 147 Lamprecht, Miss Loretta 136, 141, 159 Landsberg, Debbie 74, 75, 114, 156 Landwehr, Pete 147 Lang. Mrs. Laura 132 Language Arts 44-45 Lany, Sean 184 LaPlante, Paul 37. 107, 121, 123, 184, 198 Larciczack, A. 139 Larsen, Jim 156 Larsen, Robin 111, 147 Laskiewicz, Leonard 184 Laskiewicz, Lorraine 156 Lasko, Mrs. Florence 132, 144 Lasko, James 184 Lasko, William 156 Lattanzio. Peter 184 Lauro, Loretta 184 Lawrence, Michael 147 Lazo, George 85, 184 Lazo, Glen 15, 38. 70, 83, 184 Lebeda, Gerard 185 Leccese, Lori 106, 147 Lehman, Tammy 147 Lehman, William 52 Leone, Miss Elena 130 Leppig, Gordon 191 Lettiere, Ken 106, 185 Letts, Richard 106, 185 Levenson, Sharie 147 Lewandowski, Tom 185 Library Council 110-111 Lichtenstein, Bruce 156 Lipay, Marian 147 Lis, Christine 185 Liscio, Terese 147 Litz, Randy 83, 185 Locha, Mary 147 Locklin, Wayne 26, 73, 98, 156 Lockwood, Ellen 67 Lockwood, Judy 67, 156 Logan, Mrs. Shelley 135 Lombardi, Gina 147 Lombardo, Marlene 185 Lomeli, Michele 147 Longo, Joseph 78, 80, 185 Loniewski, Mark 61 Lorenc, Robin 94, 185, 203 Losowyj, Oxana 185 Loughman, Judith 14, 185 Loughman, Kevin 156 Loughman, Linda 147 Loupassakis, Karen 68 Lovely. Janet 156 Lovely, Thomas 129 Lowy, Eric 185, 198 Loy, David 156 Lubin, Karen 156 Lubin, Lisa 147 Ludlow, Mrs. Catherine 44, 104, 132 Lukas. Philip 185 Lukie, Caryn 67 Lukowitz, Kim 106, 115, 147 Luther, Warren 95, 80, 156 Lynch. Lori 36, 165, 185 Lynch, Maureen 18 Lynch. Patricia 68, 147 Lyon, Grace 185 Lyons. Kathy 98. Ill, 186 Lyons, Robert 147 Lytkowski, Christa 99, 156 cCartney, Joe 147 McCloud, Kathy 57. 156 McCormack, Mrs. Carol 137 McCormack, Jim 147 McCoy, Janice 130, 147 McCoy, Jill 111, 186 McCurdy, Caroline 89, 156 McCurdy, Daniel 147 McCutcheon, Phil 67. 156 McDonald, Barbara 147 McFeeley, Nancy 68, 89, 186 McFeeley. Patrick, 147 McGovern, John 65 McGrath, Todd 73, 156 McGuire, Denise 89, 186 McGuire, Maureen, 86, 147 McHugh, Darlene 186 McHugh, Kathleen 156 McHugh, Lauren 77 McKenney, William 111, 156 McKeon, Kelly 106, 147 McKeon, Tim 81, 156 McLean, Cathi 156 McNamara, Moira 147 McSorley, Maureen 86, 147 McSpadden, Mark 70, 186 McVeigh. Charles 186 McVeigh, Valerie 63, 147 Macaluso, Ann Marie 77, 147 Macaluso, Georgina 77 Mackiewicz, Karen 156 Mackin, Mrs. Anita 110, 137 Magliocco, Anthony 147 Mahalick, Edward 83, 147 Mahalick, Marc 83, 187 Mahn, Steve 73, 147 Malanowski, Mr. Frank 132 Malanowski, W. 139 Malik, Bernard 162, 187 Malik, Carol 106, 107, 187 Malik, Denise 31, 156 Malik, Robin 31 Malik, Susan 31, 187 Mallia, Anthony 187 Mancini, Angela 114, 147 Mancini, Cynthia 187 Mankowski, Barbara 17, 147 Mantas, Michael 106 Marching Band 28-29 Marcinczyk, Jackie 187 Marcinczyk, Lonny 147 Margolies. Joy 147 Marino, Karen 147, 148 Markowitz, Stuart 65, 187 Marotta, Dr. George 137 Marsch, Denise 63, 147 Marsch, Timothy 187 Marsch, Tom 187 Martens, Sharon 147 Martin, Daniel 147 Mascali, Dennis 73, 83, 156 Mascali, Mario 3, 70, 187 Masters, Nanette 55, 156 Matagrano, Anthnoy 109, 112, 113, 156 Matagrano, Joanne 147 Math 46 Math Club 112-113 Matt, Michelle 8, 156 Index 229 Matt, Robert 147 Matthews, Barbara 86, 148 Matthews, Ronald 67, 148 Matthews, Susan 156 Matthews, Vicky 156 Matysik, Thomas 148 Mayer, Joni 62, 63 Maurer, Ms. Susan 74, 138 Maze, Andrew 106, 111, 115, 148 Mazurkiewicz, John 29 Mazzara, Catherine 148 Mazzarella, Gary 67, 81 Meany, Debra 114, 148 Mecca, Roseann 187 Medford, Susan 156 Medin, Allan 156 Medlin, Jay 99, 144, 148 Medvetz, John 156 Meier, Elizabeth 156 Meirose, Edward 187 Miese, Susan 156 Misner, Richard 148 Melee, Ed 36, 65. 67, 98, 187, 203 Melnick, Donna 29 Mendoza, Richard 188 Meyer. Linda 148 Miara, A. 139 Miara, Raymond 73. 148 Miara, Ronald 73, 148 Michalik, Maria 104, 107, 115, 188 Michalik, Melissa 35, 36, 37, 119, 156 Michalik, Regina 156 Michalik, Teresa 148 Michel, Elaine 77, 148 Middlesex County Adjunct H.S. 56 Migliore, Antoinette 31 Mikhalik, Mike 156 Milano, Michele 156 Milana, Joseph 188 Miller; Barbara 148 Miller, Kurt 156 Mills, Beth 148 Mininno, John 70, 73, 156 Mitrosky, Lisa 77, 111, 148 Modzelewski, Donna 48, 188 Moe, Michael 6, 188 Mohr, Christopher 148 Mohr, Scott 188 Monaghan, Ron 50 Montefusco, John 188 Montemurno, Susan 188 Montemurro, Jeff 189 Montenero, Debbie 189 Moore, Mrs. Patricia 140, 141, 144 Morales, Timothy 148 Moran, Cheryl 4, 156 Moran, Michelle 148 Moran, Robert 189 Morgan, Laura 29 Mormak, Christine 67, 89 Moroz, Lynn 54, 189 Morrissey, Vincent 189 Morton, Scott 156 Mosca, Theresa 148 Moskowitz, David 156 Moskwa, Ann 74, 189 Mosulak, Ellen 148 Mowery, Kim 156 Mozdzen, Steve 156 Mrvicin, Eileen 148 Mueller, Mary Ann 139 Mulcahy, Patty 31, 189 Muller, Barbara 156 Mullican, Leroy 156 Mulligan, Jeffrey 156 Mulligan, Richard 148 Munoz, Fabrizio 156 Munoz, Lynda 74, 148 Mureski, Michele 111, 148 Muroski, Peter 189 Murphy. Debra 140, 189 Murray, Patricia 148 Murtha, Mike 106, 110, 112, 156 Musical 38-39 | agle, Joan 156 Naglich, Claudia 31, 114, 148 Nanco, Robert 189 Napier, Lori 189 Nash, Kenneth 148 National Honor Society 107 Nayduch. L. 139 Nebus, Christine 148 Nehila, Jeanne 148 Nehila, Terri 156 Neilson, Cheryl 189 Neilson, Chris 148 Neilson, Mark 40, 156 Nelson, Elaine 189 Nelson, George 189 Neminski, Edward 70. 189 Neminski, Sheryl 148 Neminski, Tami 189 Nerbetski, Len 156 Nesterwitz, Ben 190 Nesterwitz, James 156 Nevin, Ken 156 Newcomer, Mr. Daniel 130 Newcomer, Mark 69, 86, 156 Newman, Pamela 190, 204 Newton, Barbara 190 Newton, Mrs. Monica 128 Nieves. Charles 156 Nixon, Richard 149 Norel, Dawn 31, 106, 156 Norrington, Moira 30, 110, 113, 149 Norrington, Sheila 30, 190 Notte, Dean 156 Novelli, Laura 157 Noviski, Kathy 190 Nowak, Regina 190 Nowicki, Miss Eileen 137, 159 Nowicki, Linda 31, 44, 111, 114, 115, 157 Nycz, James 70, 190 Nykvist, Lorraine 190 'Boyle, Michelle 157 O’Boyle, Regina 149 O’Connell, Eileen 157 O’Connell, Maureen 149 O’Connell, Tara 31, 67, 86, 149 O’Connor, Richard 157 O’Connor, Terrence 81, 106, 149 O’Donnell, Mary Beth 92, 114, 149 Ogborne, Daniel 84, 85, 190 O’Hara, Theresa 29 O'Hare, Mike 85, 86, 149 Ohmer, Robert 190 O'Kelly, Dan 157 Okie. Debra 111 Okie, Michael 157 Oldenburg, Ronald 129, 190 Oleary, Frank 190 Oleksza, Michael 157 Olender, April 190 Oleniak, Jody 149 Ollivier, Thomas 202 Olsen, Thomas 73. 157 Olszewski, William 190 Olympics of the Mind 180-109 Oneill, Frank 190 Ordner, Jeffrey 157 Orgonas, Lisa 190 Orlando, Mr. George 138 Orlowicz, Mary 106, 157 Osborn, Mr. Charles 137 O’Rourke, Sharon 157 Orrigo, M. 139 Ortiz, Paul 72, 73. 85. 86. 87, 149 Osnato, Dennis 190 Osnato, Lynn 149 Osterbye, Jill 157 Ott, Leona 15, 157 achkowski, Greg 29 Pachkowski, Matt 67. 83. Ill, 149 Pahira, Cathy 157 Paint and Powder 34 Paldino, Patricia 114, 149 Paldino, Ronald 157 Palermo, Barbara 114, 149 Pampinto, Maria 35, 104, 190 Pancurak, Kim 144, 149 Parillo, Mrs. Pamela 114, 141 Parisio, Andrew 50, 144 Parker, Dan 149 Parkinson, Dave 157 Parks, Mrs. Dorothy 132 Parnell, Dr. Marie 15, 45, 105, 108, 126, 127 Pashley, Kathleen 29, 110, 113, 149 Paskell, Steve 157 Pasternak, Susan 105, 113, 149 Patalano, Philip 149 Patel. Phil 112, 149 Patella, James 190 Paul, Mr. Lynn 128, 129 Paul, Scott 29, 112, 149 Paulson, Scott 149 Pavlik, Richard 149 Payne, Richard 190 Pazur, Jill 13, 157 Pedro, Mariana 149 Pelszynski, Kate 157 Pena, Joseph 81, 157 Pena, Marilyn 149 Pentek, Stephen 157 Pepsin, Michelle 12, 15, 157 Perry, Bonnie 110, 191 Personalized Sports 94-95 Persons, Jon 29 Peters, Michael 29, 149 Peterson, Cynthia 149 Peterson, Sandra 107, 191 Petrozzi, Patricia 157 Pfeiffer, Cynthia 106 Pfeiffer, Scott 157 Phillips, Ann Marie 157 Phillips, Mandy 35, 37, 191 Phillips, Marylynn 191 Phillips, Mike 29 Physical Education 54 Piatek, Mrs. 114 Pietraszka, Linda 63 Piekarski, Ann Marie 149 Pietraszka, Linda 63 Pietraszka, Paul 47, 73, 157 Pinaha, George 157 Piserchia, John 157 Pistilli, Angela 31 Pit Band 32 Platkin, Richard 191 Platt. Barbara 191 Platt, Gregory 149 Play Preparation 33 Plinio, Richard 191 Ploskonka, Louis 191 Podbelski, Jill 157 Poetsch, Scott 92, 149 Polak, Mark 157 Polidori, Michael 157 Popola, Patrick 47, 149 Popowski, Ms. Sherri 5, 133, 138 Porpora, Gerard 57, 86, 158 Post. William 112, 115, 149 Posunko, Mrs. Barbara 132 Poth, Pamela 89, 158 Potoski, Elizabeth (Lisa) 149 Poulos, Regina 158 Poulos, Tracy 158 Poweska, Diane 149 Poweski, Christine 149 Pozai, Lisa 192 Prato, Wayne 192 Pretti, Kyle 158 Prevoznak, Daniel 73, 81, 149 Pritchard, Brian 192 Provenza, Camille 158 Prusakowski, John 192 Prusarczyk, Jim 86, 158 Prusecki, Scott 149 Przygoda, Pam 29, 158 Przybylko, Debra 192 Przybylowski, Mark 149 Pytel, Ellen 158 uackenbush, Joann 192 Quigley, Phil 158 Cuo Vadis 120-123 appleyea, Michell 192 Rasimowicz, Mark 73, 158 Raub, Dale 73, 158 Ravaiolo, Ronald 192 Raymond, R. 139 Reagan, Michael 70, 98, 192 Reagan, Thomas 99, 149 Recine, Mr. Vito 130 Reese, Caroline 106, 111, 149 Regelski, Connie 158 Rehfuss. Marianne 27, 30, 158 Reisman, Adam 16, 158 Rella, Steven 42, 192 Resh, Mr. John 135 Rewekant. Cynthia 114, 158 Reynolds, Patricia 114, 149 Rhatican, Kathy 192 Rhatican, Mrs. Patricia 130 Ricci, Carol 158 Ricciardi, Laurie 158 Richardson, Carol 47, 158 Richel, Pam 92, 149 Riker. Mr. Alfred 128, 138 Risley, Mark 149 Roberts, Brandon 149 Roberts, Eric 192 Roberts, James 29 Roberts, Michael 192 Robertson, Thomas 161, 192 Robinson, Mr. J. 126 Roesner, Lisa 158 Rogers, Jeanne 39, 105, 192 Rolzhausen, Tom 158 Roma, Hedy 56, 99, 114, 158 Roma, Mary 114, 149 Romano, Mrs. Angelina 111, 136, 137 Romano, Laura 172, 192 Romatowski, Mrs. Joan 141 Romel, Alan 158 Romel, Chris 67 Romer, James 27 Rooney, Scott 149 Roros, John 65, 67 Rosario. Maritza 192 Rosenberg, Marc 192 Rosenblum, Jeffrey 67, 158 Rosinski, Adam 158 Rovira, Ray 150 Royle, Jim 150 Rudge, Linda 63 Rudy, Joseph 192 Rudy, Ken 73. 150 Ruggiere, Gene 192 Ruiz, Miguel 158 Rupp, Frances 158 Rupp, Mr. John 128 Russo, Darrin 158 Russo, Robert 29 Ruszczyk, Matthew 106, 150 Ryan, Anita 89, 124, 193 Ryan, Doug 70, 193, 200 Ryan, Ms. Janet 18, 86, 138, 186 Ryan, William 158 Rybnicky, Robert 193 Rydzewski, Kathy 106, 105 Rytel, Donna 62, 63, 104, 107, 113, 193 € abine, Kim 194 Sabine, Shelley 68, 158 Sabo, Dave 158 Sadowski, Kenneth 194 Sadowski, Lenora 158 Saltzman, David 94, 97, 111, 123, 150,219 Saltzman, Laura 104, 114, 120, 123, 160, 194, 219 Saltzman, Michael 60, 61, 113, 121, 158,219 Salvaggio, M. 139 Salvatore, David 106, 111, 158 230 Index Salvatore, Joseph 158 Samaniego, Maria 4, 158 Samuel, Chris 73, 158 Santalucia, Ron 194 Santaniello, Cindy 158 Sanzeri, Dina 97, 150 Sanzeri, Dorian 158 Sardoni, Joseph 194 Savona, Doreen 68, 99, 150 Scanlon, John 150 Scanlon, Michael 194 Scavone, Cynthia 68, 107, 194 Scavone, Penny 150 Schachel, John 150 Schack, Bethann 106, 150 Schaefer, Cheryl 158 Scheid, Bethany 110, 150 Schenkel, Linda 158 Schenker, Joyce 107, 194 Schenker, Pamela 98, 195 Scherer. Mark 195 Schiarappa, Arlene 132 Schicchi, Chris 158 Schiereck. Robert 70, 195 Schiller, Sandra 76, 77, 91, 150 Schmeyer, Mr. Donald 2, 141 Schmidt, David 150 Schneider, Donna 63, 195 Schneider, Laura 29 Schneider, Linda 150 Schorr, Gregg 118, 158 Schwenk, Miss Darlene 141, 186 Sciarappa, Mrs. Arlene 132 Science 47 Science League 112-113 Scranton, Elaine 158 Scully, Kelly 150 Seaman, Chris 158 Seaman, Paul 150 Seeger, Linda 195 Segarra, Anita 31, 158 Seitis, Maryanne 195 Seminaro. Joseph 79, 80, 158 Seniors 162-203 Seres, Deborah 195 Servedio, Mike 158 Sessa, Debby 131, 195 Sforza, Mrs. Judith 6, 132, 135, 186 Shabatun, Lisa 31, 114, 150 Shah, Rohit 44, 113, 123, 150 Shalkauskas, Lisa 158 Shann, Brian 158 Shapiro, Adrienne 83, 150 Sharrock, Sue 158 Shell, June 151 Shorosky, Suzanne 100, 104, 195 Shortino, Steve 158 Shur, Mrs. Ellen 115, 132, 133 Shymanski, Michael 151 Sideris, Maritsa 74, 158 Sidorko. Cathy 195 Siebek, E. 139 Sieczkowski, Mrs. Constance 139 Siekowski, Connie 151 Sielewicki. Mark 195 Sieminski, Ted 195 Silletti, Penelope 35, 36. 98, 115, 117, 118, 196 Simcox, Jim 83, 159 Simko, Mr. John 128 Simko, Mrs. Lorraine 111, 130 Singer, David 151 Singer, Heidi 196 Sivilli. David 151 Siwiec, Nancy 196 Skibicki, Stephanie 151 Skibicki, Victoria 111, 158 Skolnik, Eric 106, 151 Skurka, Eileen 31, 159 Skurka. Jeffrey 196 Skutnik, Cheryl 107, 191, 196 Slaski, Susan 196, 205 Slesinski, Kathy 30, 151 Sloan, Nancy 31 Smigechi, J. 139 Smiglesky. Debbie 151 Smith. Brian 80, 90, 113, 159 Smith, Catherine 66, 67, 106, 151 Smith, Charlene 111, 159 Smith, Kathleen 196 Smith, Leisha 92, 159 Smith, Linda 196 Smith, Norbert 80 Smith, Robert 151 Smithers, Colleen 196 Snyder, Marylu 196 Sobiranski, Stephanie 159 Soccer 64-65 Soccer, JR 66 Solden, Robert 159 Sollecito, Frank 15, 65, 96. 98, 194 Sophomores 142-151 Sorensen. Wendy 7. 159 Sosulski, Adam 151 Sosulsky, John 196 Soto, Diana 196, 208 Soto. Paul 5. 29. 67. 159 Sowa, Miss Annette 107, 126 Sowley, Pamela 104, 107, ill, 114, 122, 160, 174, 196 Spanish Club 102-103 Spanish Honor Society 104 Spano, M. 139 Special Education 55 Speiser, Michael 196 Spiecker, Debbie 193, 196 Spiegel, Andrea 151 Spinola, Dawn 29, 33, 151 Spolowitz, Michelle 159 Sprague. Lisa 196 Stage Crew 35 Starace, Ralph 25 Stary, Robert 159 Starzec, Walter 151 Stasse, William 151 Stavola, James 10, 159 Steckert, Jill 31 Steckert, Linda 31, 159 Steckert, Lisa 98, 196 Stefanski, Debra 151 Stefanski, Mike 159 Steiner, Ronald 73, 159 Stoddard, Veronica 151 Stoebling, Lori 114, 151 Stoeckel, Sherry 11. 114 Stofan, Cheryl 31, 159 Streimer, Dan 151 Streimer, Marjorie 56, 196, 206 Strika, Rosanda 11, 159 Strugala. Joann 159 Strugala, Mr. T. 126 Student Council 98-99 Sudia, Mark 196 Sukunda, John 112, 159 Sullivan, Laura 63. 151 Sun. Mein 110, 111, 113, 159 Sunski, Ms. Judith 67, 89, 128, 138 Sutherland, Ms. Carla 135 Sutter, Dawn 74, 75, 197 Sutthill, Helen 40. Ill, 151 Sutton. Gail 151 Sweeney, John 197 Sweeney, Kevin 29, 32, 197 Sweeney, Patricia 68, 151 Swiderski, Scott 10, 197 Swimming 92-93 Sylvester. Allan 198 Szabo, Louis 198 Szabo, Mr. Robert 135 Szabo, Steve 61, 159 Szczecina, Steve 159 Szczepanik, Lori 68, 86, 151 Szecine, J. 139 Szot, Christopher 159 Szukics, Frank 86, 151 Szulc, Eric 151 Szumowski, Cynthia 141 Szymanski, Mike 159 adros, Magdy 151 Taormina, Patricia 50, 198 Targonski, Jean 151 Targonski, Joan 151 Tauber, Edward 151 Tauber. Patti 29 Tauby, Jacqueline 151 Telepan. Cynthia 151 Tennis, Girls’ 74-75 Testa, Keith 198 Tevis, Michael 85, 198 Tewell, Mr. Richard 130 Thomas, Lisa 151 Thomas, M. 139 Thompson, Karen 26. 159 Thomsen, Carla 198 Tice, Coach 92 Tierney, Joann 151 Tierney, Tracy 199 Tisdale, Tracey 9, 159 Toglia, Marc 65, 104, 107. 115, 160, 199 Tomkoski, Walter 79, 80. 90, 151 Top 10, 160 Traina, Nick 199 Trainer. Sharon 151 Trawinski, Jackie 151 Trawinski, Rich 151 Treat, Tracy 159 Tremel, Sharon 151 Trent, Mrs. Mildred 139 Trepesowsky, Lynn 112, 115, 151 Trickel, Maryellen 160, 199 Triggs, Marueen 100, 104, 107, 199 Trovata Michael 110, 151 Truchan, S. 139 Tsaptsinos, Paul 151 Tumminello, Joanna 41, 199 Tupkielewicz, Fred 159 Turner, James 199 Turner, Jill 151 Turner, Lorraine 106 Turner, Scott 159 Turso, Paula 199 Twardy, Kim 74. 98. 186, 199 Twardy. Sheri 62, 63 Tyszkiewicz. Mr. John 138 __ hrig, George 54, 159 Ullman, David 151 Unkel, Jamie 7. 38, 101, 169 Unkel, Laurie 38. 98, 100, 101, 107, 199 Unkel, Sandy 74, 159 Ust, Brian 61. 199 V ▼ alente, Anthony 151 Vallee. Michelle 31 Vandalism 22-23 Vandesande, Thomas 65, 199 VanFossen, Shari 106, 151 VanWhy, Glenn 159 VanWoeart, Elaine 63, 159 Vermeal, Debra 159 Veronsky. Michael 86. 151 Vibronek, Lisa 199 Vicari, Richard 81, 159 Vicidomini, Donna 167, 199 Vicino, Anna 201 Vicino, Robert 151 Vincent. Robert 151 Vlin, Mrs. Evelyn 130 Vogel, Colleen 5, 201 Voight, Christine 201 Vroom, Dawn 114, 115, 151 Vuocolo. Thomas 65, 201 T ▼ agner, John 151 Wajda. Maryann 159 Walus, Kathleen 99, 159 Warzecha, Walter 151 Wasilewski, Greg 29, 159 Wasko, Mike 61, 159 Weber, Mr. Edwrad 126 Weber, Kim 114, 151 Weber, Matt 201 Weber, Maura 201 Wedekind. Ted 151 Weinstein, Cathy 201 Weinstein, Michael 151 Weir, Miss Donna 137 Wells, Linda 201 Welsh, John 6, 159 Wenzel, Kurt 151 Weshnak, Rebecca 201 Wexler, Stacy 201 White, Robbin 159 White, Scott 159 Wiamer, Teresa 159 Wiamer, Timothy 61, 151 Williams, Eileen 201 Williams, Jackie 151 Williams, Kathy 159 Wilson, James 201 Winant, Steve 151 Wines, Ron 201 Wintergrass, Steve 159 Winter Track 90-91 Wishney, Lisa 107, 210 Wisk, Patty 29 Wist, Kim 7, 106, 127, 151 Witkowski, Debbie 201 Witkowski, Sue 201 Wojcik, David 159 Wolf, Edward 19, 65. 92, 159 Wolf, Jim 92 Wolski, Marylou 106, 107, 160, 201 Wolski. Paul 159 Wong, Staci 40, 151 Woods, M. 139 Worden, Robert 159 Wortley, Mr. John 130 Wos, Janet 113, 114, 151 Wos, Thomas 201 Wranovics, Mrs. A. 126 Wren, Steve 151 Wrestling 82-83 Wrestling, JV 81 Wright. Chnthia 151 Wriolie, Sharon 111 Writesel, George 151 Wrobel. Debbi 35, 201 Wybraniec. Mr. Theodore 135 y aremko, Karen 201 Yetman, Mark 159 Yin. Katharine 106, 111, 151 Yuhas, Cheryl 151 Yuhas, Steve 202 Yuhasz. James 151 Yuhasz, Michael 151 ““jit— abaleta, Paul 65, 159 Zaczek, Greg 202 Zaczek, John 73, 151 Zadlock, Jeff 202 Zajac, Jeff 151 Zalenski, Len 202 Zaleski, Mr. Leonard 54, 73, 82. 83, 138 Zambo, Alicia 151 Zarconi, Joseph 29, 151 Zebrowski, John 10, 200, 202 Zentek, Thomas 202 Zerafa, Mike 202 Zeyen, William 73, 159 Zezenski, Bridget 111, 202 Zidiak, Carolyn 202 Zielinski, Mike 29 Zientek, Tom 151 Zihala, Steven 115, 159 Zimmerman, Richard 151 Ziobro, Theresa 159 Zonak, Joseph 202 Zoon, Debbie 202 Zrebiec, William 151 Zulin, Alyeece 31, 151 Zupko, Karen 67 up t DOWNS: ColopInoN By the time the final deadline was met, we had logged over 1000 hours in preparing this year’s book. There were a thousand hours of interviews, quad paks, and photo-taking, yet it might have taken twice as long without all the outside help we received. Now that we’ve got a few spare seconds on our hands, we’d like to say thanks... ... To Mr. Geletei, for developing pictures, and for the “UPS-N- DOWNS” design ... to Chuck Heil, for assisting with the UPS-N-DOWNS” graphics ... to Eileen Downs, for pho- tography ... to Mrs. Mackin, for the ecology pictures ... to Miss Schwenk, for the use of the typing room ... to Miss Bittle, for letting us use her room as copy editor headquarters ... to Charles Venando, for his Christmas- time art work ... to the seqretaries, for a whole lot of special favors ... to the custodians, for letting us work late into the night ... to all the teachers who gave us a break when the pressure was almost too much ... and especially to Mom.” Thanks also goes to the administra- tors, teachers, and students who answered hundreds of questions all year long, and helped us to complete this book. And special thanks to our parents, for not locking us out at night because you forgot we lived there, and for not threatening to have Ms. Joseph shot at sunset because she kept us working nights and weekends. A sincere thanks to Ms. Joseph since without her dedication and patience, nothing would have gotten done; and more importantly, thanks for the love that went into this yearbook and made it all worthwhile. But most of all, thanks for letting us be a part of something that has now become a part of us. The 950 copies of the 9 x 12 1981 Quo Vadis were published by Sayreville War Memorial High School’s yearbook staff and printed by Taylor Publishing Company, of Dallas, Texas. Mr. George Franklin was the company’s representative. The 232 page book includes 80 pound enamel paper, pages 1-16 and 80 pound matte paper, pages 17-232. On the cover is an embossed special design with a cordoba brown base, applied grain and applied ivory color- ing. End sheets are vivi-text tan. Copy is in Helvetica. Features are in 10 point type. Introduction, division pages and closing are in 12 point. Scoreboards, senior statistics and cap- tions are in 8 point. All headlines were hand set by the staff. On the cover, Quo Vadis is in Broadway 48 point, UPS-N-DOWNS and the spine are in Avant Garde 24 point. The title page is in Broadway 36 point; Student Life uses Avant Garde 36 point; Academics uses University Roman 36 point; Athletics uses Annlie Extra Bold 36 point; Activities uses Broadway 36 point; Faculty and Underclass use De Vinne Ornamented 36 point; Seniors use University Roman Bold 36 point; Advertisements are in Helvetica Standard, Bodoni, and Park Avenue, all in 36 point; the Closing is in Peignot Light 36 point and the Index is in Broadway 36 point. All rules are one or two point. All portraits were taken by Lorstan Thomas Studios, in Union, New Jersey. Mr. Greg Costich was the company’s representative. All candids were shot with Kodak film. The Sterling Magazine Company contributed the picture on page 168. John Wisniewski took the title page pictures. Quo Vadis is a member of the Columbia Scholastic Press Associa- tion. 232 Colophon For Reference Not to be taken from this library