St Josephs High School - Lily Yearbook (Hammonton, NJ)

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BACK ROVV. I.. to R.: M. J. Bailey, A. Mclntosh, M. Pace, A. Capella. V. DeNardo, SECOND ROW: S. Pietrofitta. F. Pace. D. Berenato DA DeBlase, V. De' Nardo. M, Brennan. B. Wells, A. Berenato, A. D'Ar- gelo. R. Dilkleglio. A, Renzi, D. Caracciolo, E. C311 W Santora, P. Montecalvo, T. Mature, W. Bish, R. Bish, FRONT ROWH R. Kaiser, R. Ranere, Fichetola, P. Lindsay, K. janneit. J. Bertino, A. Grasso, M. VanDyke, J. Kennedy. C. Gantnerg Mascots, C. Caracciolo, A. Monastra. a . I -1 . . 5 f 5 Y is K ,iff I X 15 3 . Vw.. 1-il 4, ru .4 f 1 , 4' -3 A ' ' ,. ' ' s . ' Y.: o . 5- . -Lt , . V V' f- - . ' Q Q. '- 1 ' K - Oi A, FNQLOI E , , M I E 5 3 LA-.qv . if 1 4' . ' V ' rw ' '. 4' 4, Q ' , - 5, A p . bk E., gf L 8 iwaggis Q 1, -f V1 - . ' A , . ff uffis. . A i ft - as . gl 'Q A-it A - I -5 JJ 5 . l l? ag! . ' s . S s I SV gi' 'sf' -. Bel :mg 1 Pride in the Karps Under the direction of Jerry Vitalo St. ,Ioseph's Drum and Bugle Corps cop- ped several honors in the Youth Week competition held in Bridgeton, N. on May 8. Tying for first place with Holy Spirit of Atlantic City, they received a gold trophy and 575 in cash as a prize, scoring 92 points out of a possible 100. Regina Kaiser, Freshman was given a me- dal for attaining second place in baton twirling. Sophomore Carmela DeLosso received honorable mention, The school orchestra, organized only last year. con- tinued its excellent work and gave a fine performance in the annual musicale. The Music Festival was a grand success in each of its divisions: the high school choral numbers. the accordion groups, the kiddie orchestra, and the primary contributions. jerry Vitalo, director- of St. josephh Drum and Bugle Corps, orchestra, and accordion orchestra is likewise leader of the Kingamen, well known locally for their fine dance music and entertainment.

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6145.9 Nights and Dances S. Rundio and D. Liberto, Student Council president and Senior Class president, join with members of the student body to lead the grand march at the Xmas party given by the Student Council. Jh- Beautiful scenes similar to the one in this picture ap- peared at the Freshman Class nite dance on May 24th, The Yuletide festivities began with an after- noon party given by the Student Council be- fore Christmas vacation. Thrilled by the huge Christmas tree, tinsel, laurel and-mistletoe, the students showed their Christmas spirit by dancing and caroling. Entertainment followed. Later the Ufroliclcersn gathered around the Christmas tree while Santa Claus Frank Ender- lin distributed the gifts. The Senior l lolly Flop held the following evening had a large turnout of young couples who danced to the music of the Kingsmen. In February the Sophomores held their annual class night dance. Student guests were impressed by the fairy tale atmosphere created by life-sized figures of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs placed in a sylvan setting. The students enjoyed dancing to recorded music, entertainment by the Sophies and delicious refreshments. The Sophomore class, particu- larly, Audrey Silcora and Bill juliano deserve commendation on their beautiful scenery. Before the drudgery of studying for final exams faced them, the Freshmen and Sopho- mores spent a delightful May evening dancing amid The Gypsy Trailf, Attired in formal wear, the girls had a taste of what Prom night is lilce. The gym was colorfully decorated with covered wagons and gypsy figures. Signs of the zodiac displayed in the center of the floor interested many of the young dancers. Origin- ality, admirably executed. was the kevnote of this event. On Parent Night Seniors delighted their parents with a talent show. Thus ended a year of exciting social activities. held in the gymnasium. The lower clasamen seemed excited by their first formal. At the Student Council Christmas party refreshments , were served after everyone danced in the gym. The nod! was not spiked, the seniors were just ugooing of. turnout of students and alumni. The scenery of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs decorated by the Sophomore: for their claunight which turned out to be a very successful evening with a ine

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A Monastra, mascot. SECOND ROW. M. Brennan, D Caracciolo, C. DeLosso, M. Rubba, A. Capella, P Lindsay, J. Daminger, M. Van Dyke, C. Gantner, R Kaiser, J. Kennedy comprise the twirlera and color uard members of the Drum and Bugle Corp: 4+ is '11 and its Achievements Much new talent was discovered, all of which was featured, vocally or instru- mentally in solo or group arrangements. Dancing was also included. Appropriate costuming and scenery added color and sparkle to the entire program. As a spe- cial Marian Year feature, we dedicated the program to our Blessed Lady, and we re-consecrated ourselves to Mary, For all our musical achievements we wish to thank Jerry Vitalo who has been doing a splendid work among us. Jerry is a graduate of St. Joseph's elementary school, Hammonton High, and the Juil- liard School of Music. During World War II he played the piano and.trumpet in the U. S. Navy Band. Besides directing our music program, he directs his own Kingsmen , which is acquiring local fame and renown. St. Joseph's Drum and Bugle Corp: received a gold trophy and S75 in cash when it scored 92 points out of a possible 100 when it tied for first place with Holy Spirit High School of Atlantic City in the Elk: Youth Week Competition held in Bridgeton on May 8.