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

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The spring musical of 1982 got SWMHS hopping again with this year’s production of Bye Bye Birdie. Sock hopping actually! Bye Bye Birdie gave the school a real “blast from the past.” The play was the story of a 50’s rock-n-roll idol and how his loyal fans tried to prevent him from being draft- ed. Stars Ed Kosciewicz, J.P. Jones, Ro- sanda Strika. Andrea Spiegel, Judy Berardicelli and Warren Clark with the rest of the cast were absolutely vibrant and exciting with their many song and dance routines. Aiding Mr. Piccuirro with the show were Mr. Shaner, Mr. Ketterer, Mr. Riker and Mr. Resh as they helped di- rect and produce the music, lights and set. They were only advisors, however, to the many talented students. Kelly Harrigan’s leadership enabled the make-up and costume crews to work to peak perfection. As Director Pic- cuirro commented, “I was very confi- dent because we had all the ingredi- ents of a good show” and that the show was a hit because “success of the play has to do with the students.” Mr. Piccuirro, impressed with the quality of students’ involvement, be- gan a new tradition after the last per- formance of Bye Bye Birdie. Students who had made outstanding contribu- tions to SWMHS theatre were perma- nently recorded on plaques to be put on display outside the auditorium. The first recipients of this honor were Ro- sanda Strika, J.P. Jones, and Sean Dunn. Bored with all the attention going to Conrad Birdie, Patti Reynolds turns to her blocks for entertainment. The bittersweet struggle of bringing up their kids is reflected in the faces and actions of Warren Clark and Judy Berardicelli. Eyes bulging and mouths open, the two remaining shriners, Sean Dunn and Tom Hartman, stare in horror at the expose at their feet. 26 Spring Musical

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‘A man's wisdom maketh his face to shine' with the help of a few candles at the National Honor Society Induction ceremony. neously extinguished their candles. The sight was just spectacular, pro- claimed one of the elated parents. The officers gave short speeches ex- plaining the National Honor Society qualities of scholarship, character, ser- vice and leadership. President Chris Gronsky then offered her rendition of It Amazes Me . The 500 parents who attended were impressed by the sophistication of the ceremony. The mood changed, though, to informality as they enjoyed the reception afterwards which was presented by the Home Economics Department. Remarking on the evening, Miss Sowa, National Honor Society advisor, claimed, Every year I have the same emotional feeling because I think it’s very touching... I thought it was beau- tiful. PRIDE AND PRECEDENT It is written that a man’s wisdom maketh his face to shine ... were the words that echoed through the high school auditorium on March 31, 1982. Many proud family members and friends were present as Mr. Dill induct- ed 60 new members to the National Society. The opening procession of students carrying lit candles illuminated the darkened auditorium. Once on stage, everyone took their seats and simulta- RIGHT: As the National Honor Society induction comes to a close, advisor Miss Sowa and President Chris Gronsky share a final moment. LEFT: Important things often come in the smallest packages. The National Honor Society pin is just one of the rewards of the hard work and dedica- tion required. BELOW: The symbolic lighting of the candle of knowledge by Patti Kirk be- gins the National Honor Society in- duction ceremony.

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Young and old are brought together by the melodic sex appeal of Conrad Birdie. A protective mother. Denise Malik, points out that her future daughter-in-law, Rosanda Strika. bears little resemblance to Mari- lyn Monroe. Telephones are energized in Sweet Apple with the news of the pinning of Hugo and Kim. The entire cast of Bye Bye Birdie joins hands to symbolize the teamwork effort put into the musical production. Spring Musical 27