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

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Debbie McKeon and Ron Mullei' Adrienne Ciavarro and Chris Samra. Jubilant suprise shows on the face of Homecoming queen, Sue Stevens. Michelle D’Alessio and Matt Blasko, Sue Howardson and Ralph Chance Student Life ‘21

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 Dreams Come True When You Wish Upon a Star Everyone looks forward to Homecom- ing when they can see re- | turning alum- | ni, take part in spirited class | competitions, 2 and crown a i new queen. While this year's celebration upheld these time- less traditions, it also set precedents which helped raise school spirit to a fever pitch. The festivities began in the morning when students poured into the gym for the traditional Fall Spirit assembly. The band and cheerleaders began the assembly. Sue Beers introduced the team cap- tains, who then presented their team- mates. As the athletes ran out, it was easy to tell what class they were in by which corner of the gym made the most noise. The Homecoming queen candidates were presented next. Would the queen be Adrienne Ciavarro, Michelle D’Al- lessio, Debbie McKeon, Sue Howard- son, or Sue Stevens? Capping the high spirited pep rally the Tug-of-War. This eagerly awaited event would begin the yearly class competition. The seniors emerged victorious, starting them off with an impressive lead. That evening the Homecoming celebration continued on the newly lighted field. The theme, “When You Wish Upon a Star — A Salute to Fairy Tales, was carried out through back- drops such as the seniors’ Cinderella, the juniors’ Pinocchio, and the sopho- mores’ Jack and the Beanstalk. As these backdrops were set up, a boister- ous crowd gathered at the stadium for the kickoff. The game against East Brunswick started off with a bang. The explosive action of the game did not cease until halftime. Silence grabbed the ex- pectant crowd as the desired moment had finally arrived. Applause broke the silence as the Homecoming queen was announced. A shocked and elated Sue Stevens couldn’t decide whether to laugh or cry when given the crown. The same spirited play that brought the Bombers out in front helped them to keep within a mere point of their undefeated opponent. Despite the one point defeat, both fans and team members left the stadi- um with a feel- ing of elation. Say re ville’s first night game had been great! VICTORY'! Seniors show their exuberance as the juniors are defeated in the Tug of War. — L Students began cheering loudly even before Jim Curotto blew the whistle that started the Tug-of-War Competition. Prior to Homecoming, many hours of work were necessary to complete the brightly colored backdrops. Barbara Willis and Geralyn Giesler worked hard to create Jack and the Beanstalk. 20 Student Life

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Fiddler on the Roof Fiddler on the Roof, this year’s musi- cal, was a tradition-breaker in more ways than one. Not only did it receive the biggest and best reception of any musical yet performed at Sayreville, but it also received an award for best choral arrangement from Middlesex County College. In addition, the school hired eight string-instrument players, as opposed to two in previous years. The play starred Pete Berger as Tevye and Patsy Kozlakowski as Golda, his wife. Tzeitel was played by Lisa Campion, Hodel by Lisa Dietsch, and Chava by Lori Marullo. Joe DiBella portrayed Perchik, and Paul Laikowski played Motel. The play centered around the Russian town of Anatevka and its Jewish community. It showed the trials and tribulations of Tevye, his family and those around him. The band was directed by Mr. Thomas Maliszewski, the choral director was Mr. Brian Farias, and the director of the play, once again, was Mr. Michael Piccuirro. The play was choreographed by Mr. Robert Speller. Mrs. Carol McCormack was the rehearsal pianist. A good wife ALWAYS listens to her husband. Beginning a new tradition in mens’ fashions were Sam Silverman, Jack Cibrian, Paul Laikowski, Steve Levenson, Ed Brugnoli, John Snyder, and Phil Sclafani. COSTUME CREW: Lizette Pagan, liana Rapp, Jocelyn Gramlich. 22 Student Life