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

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ABOVE LEFT: The smiles of Peter Kalamaras and Diane Koprowicz express the overall emotion of the Junior Prom. ABOVE CENTER: Highstepper Margaret Green shows off her latest dance steps as the band, Northern Lights, performs a Doors medley. ABOVE RIGHT: After a long night dancing, Cindy Pfeiffer and John Piserchia lead the way to the Junior Prom smorgasbord. RIGHT: “Eight is enough for John Mininno BELOW RIGHT: The uniqueness of the Junior Prom cake captures the mood of the evening. Starry, Starry Night Glimmering stars, subtle lighting and the music of Northern Lights helped set the tone for the 1981 junior prom. With “Stairway to the Stars” chosen as a theme, the prom committee was faced with the task of transforming the hectic atmosphere of the cafeteria into the formal setting of the occa- sion. After eight months of preparation, the committee met the challenge, as the evening of May 9, saw more stars and more couples on the dance floor than the past several years. Adding to the occasion were the traditional favors, flowers, tempting hot and cold dishes and an exquisite four-tiered confection which, ironically, was left uneaten. The response to the band was very favorable, as it satisfied the students’ mixed musical preferences by performing both rock and disco songs. Miss Lamprecht, who spent a great deal of time planning for the occasion, said, “I was very pleased with the turnout. Although there were the problems of selec- ting a good band, good food, and the right decorations, the kids overcame the pressures, and put together a terrific evening.” 28 Junior Prom

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 West Side Success Story ABOVE: It's a solemn moment as Tony and Maria ex- change everlasting vows. BOTTOM LEFT: Tomboy Anybodys ' played by Rosanda Strika shows she ain’t no lady. BOTTOM RIGHT: Caught in a moment of comic relief, Sean Dunn calls on Officer Krupke to provide help for fellow Jets. Other gang members provide support. With the final drop of the curtain, a lengthy but rewarding period of hard work and dedication for all those involved in the pro- duction of the spring musical was completed. While it didn’t boast the proverbial cast of thousands, “West Side Story” did utilize over 300 cast and crew members, helping to make it not only the most elaborate, but as Mr. Cunliffe said, the best musical he had directed in his six years of working at SWMHS. Although “West Side Story” was difficult to bring to life, outstanding performances by Jeanne Rogers as Maria, Kevin Ferguson as Tony, and Laurie Unkel as Anita, helped make the event a grand finish for Mr. Cunliffe, who left the school at the close of the year. “I was very pleased, very proud of the students for their fine performance,” he commented. Separating this year’s production from past presentations was the predominantly male cast and the hiring of professional violinists who added the necessary finishing touches to the musical scores. The departing Mr. Cunliffe, who had con- sistently directed all of this school’s musicals in fine style, summed up his feeling in saying, “I would definitely do it again.” Spring Musical

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A Rose Is a Rose May 29, 1981, was a special date for the 282 couples that attended the senior prom at Westmount Country Club. This affair’s unique combination of elegance and energy offered something for everyone’s taste and suc- ceeded in attaining great popularity. Upon arriving, the students displayed great energy. The dance floor was alive with excitement as the music of Kinderhook con- tinued throughout the night. Miss Schwenk, one of the senior advisers, smiled and com- mented, “Everybody danced like crazy. Red silk roses on the tables and the formal attire of the attendants contributed to the elegance of the evening. Hors d’oeuvres preceeded a delicious prime rib dinner. Though many couples stole quiet moments away from the crowd, everyone shared the highlight of the evening by dancing to Jeanne Rogers’ rendition of “The Rose . Miss Schwenk described the moment as “very touching, a beautiful end to a beautiful evening . ABOVE LEFT: In a gallant attempt to prove that chivalry is not dead, Ed Bailey sweeps Lisa Blaska oft her feet. LEFT: The senior prom was a terrific way for Janice Albert and her date to wind up their high school years. BELOW LEFT: Relaxing together after a long evening Steve Cunha and Elise Green share a drink. BELOW CENTER: The bittersweet theme of this Senior Prom was captured in the song The Rose sung by Jeanne Rogers. BELOW RIGHT: As the evening draws to a close, Lisa Cypra and John Lynch share a quiet moment away from the noise and excitement of the dance floor.