Thomas A Edison High School - Talon Yearbook (Fairfax County, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 240 of the 1964 volume:

3 V T llON 1964 VOLUME 11 The Talon Staff Meredith Francoise _ Editor-in-Chief Roland Gramm _ Business Manager Kenneth Guard_ Chief Photographer Judy Stratton _ Organizations Editor Judy Adkins _ Art Editor Eleanor Gilliam _ Senior Class Editor Barbara Hertig _ Typing Editor Sheldon Mann _ School Life Editor Toni Turner _ Copy Editor Barbara By tell _ Academics Editor Nicki Kichinko _ Classes Editor Joe Spooner _ Boys’ Sports Editor Kathie Hawkins ___ Girls’ Sports Editor Thomas A 2 Moods are the expression of the emotions which characterize every person. Although words are the essential tools that man possesses to communicate, a mood represents the ultimate in universal understanding. One expressive look on a face, one action of emotions tells a story of a thousand words. The Talon staff members have seen the great role that moods play in the daily course of a school day. The 1964 Talon has en¬ deavored to preserve these expressions of emotion. Moods can he created verbally, but words do not suffice to capture their true nature. Only pictures, like those contained within these pages, show the true aspects of human emotions. As you look at the pictures, a perfect understanding of human nature will overwhelm you. Any place where people share, laugh, or cry, a mood pervades the scene. A school is a gallery of moods. It epitomizes a student’s mental growth and many are the trials and successes that are encountered in this one aspect of the maturing person. Thoughtfulness and sometimes mental remoteness create an atmosphere in a classroom where minds must he challenged and curiosity satisfied. An athletic field is a stage for the naked feelings that characterize a togetherness and the desire to show pride for a school. For an athlete, achievement and sharing are important. For the spectator, a wild frenzy, pride of school and team, and pure ad¬ venture set the mood. Our contacts with friends create the most rewarding and sometimes most unpleasant moods. Through moods, gratitude and love can be expressed for those who share our trials and laughter. Every¬ where one looks at Edison, people are speaking, although no words are uttered. The language of the silent, but yet communicative mood is found everywhere. But not all moods found in ourselves are the result of our contacts at school. Outside influences produce great effects on the way our lives are governed. The best example of our attachment to the world which is not the school came with the death of President John F. Kennedy. A man had given, a man had built, and a man had died. President Kennedy was filled with affection and dedication for the people he served. All were appreciative of this man’s sacrifices for every one of us. Only his death made us realize the value of a man who fought for human decency. The love and respect we shared was suddenly converted into a mood of grief and bewilderment. As students wept, as students thought, our moods showed the inadequacy of our words and those of the entire country. Only with emotions could we show the debt we owed John Kennedy. Our moods are not merely outward manifestations of our inner thoughts, but compose the essence of our entire being. In a world where all strive for understanding, moods are our answer to ignorance and misunderstand¬ ing. We understand, for we all comprehend the meaning of our moods. Edison High School Fairfax County Virginia 3 I Pensive . . . Edisonites Exemplify Many Moods . . . Melancholy Competitive . . . 6 Table of Contents Classes Advertisements 138 School Life 200 7 SECURITY is ... 8 . . . challenging . . . attentive . . . frustrating . . . apathetic . . . exhausting . . . rewarding A CADEMICS having your homework finished Principal Strives to Perfect Every Facet of Academic Life MR. WOODROW T. ROBINSON Principal From early morning until long after dismissal time, Thomas A. Edison’s principal, Woodrow T. Robinson, is in constant motion trying to create a workable administration and a smooth¬ ly-operating school. Every facet of the academic life of the school—the administration, the faculty, and the student—is given special attention by Mr. Robinson. The principal holds frequent meetings with the assistant principals and guidance members to schedule student and faculty activities, to make policy regula¬ tions, and to discuss school discipline. In periodic meetings with the faculty and heads of depart¬ ments, Mr. Robinson discusses the latest advances in teaching methods and instructional equipment. To gain further insight into the administration of a school, the principal attends monthly instructional meetings for principals of Fairfax County and travels to state-wide and Southern Association of Secondary School conferences. The third part of the academic sphere, the student, is a very important concern of the principal. Mr. Robinson communicates with many students through individual counseling and speaks directly to all of Edison’s students at assembly programs and over the P.A. system. Students and faculty respect and appreciate Mr. Robinson’s conscientious efforts in working to make Edison a model school. Mr. Robinson interrupts busy schedule to talk to Jean Banigan. 0 Alan Beamer, Assistant Principal for Administration, has wide and varied responsibilities: caring for school inventory and maintenance, repair of the school building, management of bus transportation, student discipline, and the public address system. Although Mr. Beamer fre¬ quently attends conferences with the Assistant Superin¬ tendent of Fairfax County and assists Edison’s principal, the majority of his work concerns Edison’s students. In the cafeteria, on the athletic field, during assemblies, and school dances, Mr. Beamer acts at all times with the student in mind. Exemplifying his belief that Youth should have every opportunity to get the most out of their high school education, Mr. Beamer counsels students to make their high school years a profitable experience. Through his counselling he tries to show the student the importance of being a good school citizen thus preparing him to be an acceptable member of society. “I personally feel that the majority of Edison’s student body is good, and I feel quite proud of the caliber of tbe students.” Frequently during impromptu locker room ses¬ sions, Mr. Beamer gives pep talks to team members to promote school spirit. He has livened up the lunch periods on more than one occasion by piping music into the cafeteria. Though Mr. Beamer’s position sometimes brings minor disappointments, he remains a staunch supporter of Edisonites. MR. ALAN L. BEAMER Assistant Principal of Administration Assistant Principals Work in Interest of Students MISS CHARLOTTE ZEIGLER Assistant Principal for Instruction Last year’s Director of Guidance, Miss Charlotte Zeigler, is now demonstrating her administrative abilities in a new position, that of Assistant Principal for Instruction. Although this is a new job for her at Edison, Miss Zeigler has served as vice-principal in several schools in Virginia and has been a guidance director in various elementary and high schools and a teacher of mathematics, Latin, and English. As supervisor of instruction. Miss Zeigler observes classes, assists in the selection of class materials and in plcUining the curriculum. Miss Zeigler stated that the curriculum is deter¬ mined by the student and his needs. She is trying to work out programs which will be of interest to all types of students. One program of this type has been introduced this year, the vocational training program. Miss Zeigler says, “I would like to see a program of studies established which would be so diversified that there would be something in it for every student thus motivating him to learn.” She works with the guidance teachers to introduce new courses such as trigonometry and advanced composition this year and Russian next year. For seniors next year two new courses will be offered, world literature and analysis. Miss Zeigler is interested in and feels close to the students and their interests, and she misses the contact which she had with them in her former position. The Assistant Principal for Instruction thinks that the most important thing for a student to develop is an attitude of always trying to do his best. This is not only important here in high school but in years to come, also. II “Career Night ’ Organization of Newcomers Club, GUIDANCE HELPERS First Row: Sandra Vielhauer, Linda Schilke, Janet St. John. Second Row: Skip Flynn, Darlene Smith, Jo Ann Kovals, Leland Smith, Marcy Devers. MRS. RAE DAVIS MR. ROBERT DE WOLFE MISS ANNELLA GREEVER MRS. MARY HALL MISS VASTHI HAMMETT MR. HERMAN VAN LUNEN 12 ilighlight Guidance Department Activities for Year Working directly with Edison’s students, as well as with parents and administration, is the Guidance Department under the direc¬ tion of George Gianakaris. At least once a year students see one ' of the six guidance counselors to plan their schedules for the com¬ ing year. Eighth graders who will be attending Edison the following year get acquainted with the school during a guidance orientation ; program. Established at the suggestion of the Guidance Department, the Newcomer’s Club has introduced new students to various extracur¬ ricular activities in the school. Groups of students are advised on college life and vocational careers through materials available in the guidance occupational room and through films. Highlighting this year’s guidance activities have been the presentation of a Career Night program with representatives from thirty vocations and the I I planning of a College Night at Lee High School. t MISS JOSEPHINE MATNEY Visiting Teacher MR. GEORGE GIANAKARIS Director of Guidance OFFICE HELPERS First Row: Sharon Meers, Barbara Leone, Judy Leone. Second Row: Brenda Jenkins, Rod McClellan, Ray Hamilton, Louise White, C. C. Quinn, Nancy Sherman, Gloria Batten, Donna Paschall, Richard Petts. Student Office Helpers Get Secretarial Training MRS. EMILY BUSCHER MRS. EVELYN SPINK Office secretaries work diligently to insure a smooth-running, efficient office. Mrs. Spink, Mr. Robinson’s secretary, manages ad¬ ministrative matters. Mrs. Janes, Financial Secretary, takes care of money transactions, and Mrs. Busher, Attendance Clerk, handles dismissals. Office services include helping the Student Cooperative Associa¬ tion, examining student records, taking messages, and obtaining supplies for teachers. Office helpers answer telephones, collect ab¬ sentees, and run errands. 14 Diane Grimes hands the day’s receipts over to Mrs. Janes, Finance Officer, for safekeeping. Bank Encourages Student Saving by Payment of 4% Interest The bank started its now booming career by introducing the student body to the advantages of saving at a school bank that pays 4% interest a year. Every day during the official banking hours, dozens of students enter the bank to deposit a few more pennies into their ever-growing ac¬ counts. The money is available to depositors at all times for withdrawal. Mr. Beamer, who was the first to open an account, now numbers as only one among hundreds of students and teachers who have an account at the bank. Every bank requires a name, and what could be more ap¬ propriate than “The Thrifty Eagles Nest.” Because of Mike Bishop’s imagination, the bank had a name . . . and Mike was ten dollars richer. Students acting as tellers and secretaries have learn ed many of the procedures of effective banking, which will I be of great value in preparing these students for future employment. Miss Bevis and Mrs. Thompson, directors of li the bank, envision a financially successful organization : that will prove to be a valuable tool of education in the |t years to come. I ■ 1 I Jeanie Olsen, a student bank assistant, receives money from depositor, Steve Harris. I MISS FRANCES BEVIS MRS. DONNA THOMPSON BANK HELPERS First Row: Miss Bevis, Lynn Potter, Judy Light, Irena Jedlinski, Peggy Ulher, Glenda Weddle, Mrs. Thompson. Second Row: Yvonna Harpe, Tanya Lewis, Carol Donaldson, Linda Seymour, Sharon Corey. Third ' Row: Dennis Spain, Sharon Whiska, Alinda Swinle, Jeanie Olsen, Marion Kassing. Iv l|£9Ki 11 ' ' ' Mb ■1 try- Clinic Helps Students Keep Close Check on Health The clinic opened this year with the fresh new face of Mrs. Peppe, Edison’s nurse. Many students assist Mrs. Peppe on a voluntary basis, during their free period each day. These aids gain useful medical experience by taking temperatures, and applying medications for scratches and bruises. The girls also perform such useful tasks as making beds, cleaning-up, answering the phone, and calling parents to pick up ill students. The recording of such important data as the results of dental and tuberculosis checks and yearly vision and auditory test is also done by these busy assist¬ ants. Because of the students’ willingness to serve and Mrs. Peppe’s broad medical ability, tbe clinic bas become one of the most efficient services of the school. “Thank goodness for the infirmary,” sighs Marie Bonbrake. School nurse, Mrs. Peppe, checks student health records. CLINIC HELPERS Left to Right: Diana Grimes, Linda Micelle, Diane Honeycutt, Kathy Back, Janice Johnson, Carolyn Friday, Nadine Levine. 16 LIBRARY HELPERS Left to Right: Betty Mullins, Suzanne Smith, Jan Sylvest, Ken Ostrye, Joe Smith, Jennifer Mellion, Marlene Wickline, Mitchell McCarus, Cindy Calhoun, John Groves. Library’s Paperback Book Store Proves to Be Popular One of the best known rooms at Edison is the library, containing more than 6,000 books. As soon as the library opens at 7:30 A.M., students begin to browse through the shelves, check out books, and do research for school projects. Students can find the latest happenings on the world scene in three daily newspapers and more than 100 magazines. The faculty room provides many professional magazines and hooks for the teachers’ use. To raise money for new books and to supply the teachers with supplementary paperback books for their classes, the library operates a paperback book store. Assisting the two librarians, Mrs. Carlton and Miss Hughes, are twenty student assistants. They work one period a day and are kept busy doing circulation work at the desk, clerical work, typing, shelving books, and working with and repairing audio visual materials. MRS. LUCILLE CARLTON Head Librarian MISS CAROLYN HUGHES Wing Wo and Ronald Rawles browse through library’s paper¬ back book store. 17 English Includes Many Things: Literature, Mrs. Greenlee smiles approval as Richard Lee delivers his speech for public speaking. Edison students are fortunate to have an active English Department. The four years of English are scheduled in such a way as to create an interesting and enjoyable series. In freshman classes grammar is emphasized, sup¬ plemented by literature courses. The sophomores have a much more intensive study of literature. In junior and senior years, the pace and depth of the English program increases with the study of American and English litera¬ ture. Panel discussions, debates, and projects are all a part of the curriculum. By participating in these activi¬ ties, a student is given confidence in public speaking, insight into the meaning of prose and poetry, and an ap¬ preciation of the subject. This year a selected group of seniors were given the opportunity to supplement their English work by taking an advanced composition course. This subject is a college preparatory course that encourages creative thought and writing in argument, exposition, and the short story. Another field of English is the public speaking course. The public speaking book used at Edison is a college¬ rated text and makes this course one of the most inclusive and intensive studies in the English Department. Dramatics, a freshman course, presents the students with the challenge of interpretation. This course differs from drama in that it is interpretive reading while drama con¬ cerns theater principles and production. This year the drama students worked on plays which were presented in class. Some of the drama and dramatics students are also members of the Masquers Honorary Society. The English Department aims at increasing the stu¬ dent’s knowledge and appreciation of the humanities as well as the English language. MISS CONSTANCE CONE MISS CAROL DUKE MR. NORMAN FRITTER Department Head MRS. MARY GREENLEE MR. RUSSELL HALL MR. THOMAS KOEHLER 18 rammar, Writing, Dramatics and Public Speaking MISS PENNY NIXON MRS. NATALIE O’CONNOR MISS GLORIA PETERSON MRS. SYLVIA ROSENWASSER Anthea Hailey listens attentively as Dave Lisi reads an original writing in advanced composition cl ass. MR. JAMES SCOTT MISS DORIS SHILLINGBURG Ken Ostrye, Duke Jeffries, and Gary Witt get an opportunity to demonstrate their acting talents in classroom skit. 19 Social Studies Department Adds Two New Courses: MR. JAMES BURDETTE MR. WILLIS CLARK MR. FRANK DAMICO MR. LARRY EIKER Social Studies Department has expanded its curriculum and introduced new teaching methods to meet the needs of the student in today’s complex world. Besides the tra¬ ditional courses of geography, world history, American history, Virginia history, American government, two new courses, psychology and economics, have heen added. Psychology classes deal with the individual and his ad¬ justment to society. The study of economics gives the stu¬ dent an awareness of the principles and problems of economics today. A novel teaching method, team teaching, is used in all geography classes. The participating teachers exchange classes throughout the year so that they can instruct stu¬ dents in their specialized area. For example, Miss Fulcher taught units on Australia and Middle East; Mr. Clark instructed classes on Russia and the Orient and Mr. Bur- dett taught classes on Europe and Latin America. The students in these ninth grade classes rotated every nine weeks. Since the teacher is teaching the same subject to the three classes involved in this program he has more time for preparation and the student benefits by getting differ¬ ent approaches to one class. Freshmen learn of the development of foreign countries and current events. 20 ysychology, Economics; Introduces Team Teaching MR. RICHARD LORITSCH MISS RADINE PELLEGRIN Department Head MR. THOMAS PROPPS MR. JOHN WEDLOCK World history takes on new meaning for two sophomore lasses as they chart the paths of the explorers. Mrs. Betty Rarson explains the merits of mutual funds to Miss Pellegrin’s economics class. Seniors Kathy Knapp, Barbara Bytell, Ricardo Rodriguez, and Arnold Baker discuss foreign governmental systems in Mr. Lawler’s class. 21 Mathematics Department Emphasizes the “Why” of a General math students Rusty Hansen, Frank Hulber, and Doris Hibbs test their knowledge at the blackboard. Kathy Back is a study in complete concentration as she takes an algebra I quiz. Edison’s Mathematics Department maintains a course of study that is modem in every respect. Even the student who desires only a brief encounter with the world of figures studies selected topics in General Math I and Math II. The traditional subjects, algebra, geometry, and inter¬ mediate math are all taught with a modern slant. A fourth year math course. Functions and Matrices, was pre¬ pared by the School Mathematics Study Group ' . A special course in trigonometry and limits, a background course for calculus, is offered especially for those who seek an engineering career. MR. BONNER ALLEE Department Head MISS ANN GALLAGHER MR. ARTHUR LILLEVIG MR, CHARLES LOUDIN Mr. Alice looks on as intermediate math students Hoppy Campbell, Nancye Giam- papa, and Scott Allman solve an analytical geometry problem. 22 lathematical Operation; Offers Traditional, Modern Courses MISS VIRGINIA HESTER MR. DAVID MAGNUSON MISS GLADYS SMITH MR. HINTON SMITH MISS ELIZABETH TOMACHEV MR. STANLEY WAGENHALS Mr. Lillevig checks for accuracy on geometric drawing. Mr. Magnuson tries in vain to equalize an inequality. MR. DALE LISI MR. STUART MacCAFFRAY MRS. WALTRAUT NELSON Mr. Sutton helps Wesley Lyons and Wilma Orange with a quantitative experiment in Chem-Study. Mr. Sutton and the teachers in his department have acquainted their students with many scientific phases and facts. Among the courses are: earth science, an introduction to geology and astronomy; biology, concerned with all matter of plant and animal life; chemistry and chem study, both of which deal with the composition of matter, the latter having emphasis on laboratory experiments; and physics, an introduction to and a specific study of time, space, and matter. The modern laboratories and experienced staff give the student body an excellent oportunity to develop scientific knowledge. Science Students Get Opportunity to Develop Scientifu Mr. Lisi’s earth science class gets a taste of geology. 24 knowledge Through Various Course Offerings Mr. Fox, planetarium director, gives an astronomical interpretation on the birth of Christ. 25 Joyce Thompson puts finishing touches on a French display Mrs. Pauli’s German III class reviews their A.L.M. dialogues, case. Language Students Strive for Oral and Written Fluency Steve Bray, Doug Sinclair, Jerry Green, Gary Will, Karen Warner, Marty Corso and Susan Summerlin learn and record Spanish songs as part of the Spanish class curriculum. “Let’s see, who shall I listen to now?” ponders French teacher. Miss Cerra. 26 During Edison’s second year, language studies were made more practical with extended use of the new Audio- lingual Method. However, textbook study was still used to subordinate the A.L.M. studies. Extensive use was made of Edison’s modern and efficient language laboratory. Any student is eligible to start any of the four of French and Spanish, thfee of German, or two years of Latin. Stu¬ dents, however, failing to uphold at least a “C” average are not advised to continue. The goal of the language department is to help the students learn and understand the language in such a way that it can be practically applied. Some history and cul¬ ture, exploration of native traditions and other pertinent topics are included in each course to stimulate and sustain interest among the students. French students learn by listening in a well equipped language lab. MISS JOAN CERRA MISS ANN GIBBONS MR. GLEN HENTON Department Head MRS. CECIL LEWIS MRS. JOANNE NITZ MRS. ALICE PAULI 27 MR. DOYLE CATLETT Choral Director Combined choruses jointly perform at Capitol Rotunda. Chorus in the operetta, Down in the Valley, provide a singing narration. Senate Rotunda Performance Highlights Choruses’ Activities It’s a segregated day for the mixed chorus as Mr. Catlett directs only the boys. Doyle C. Catlett’s direction coordinated the four choruses into a fine musical group. The two girls’ choruses and the two mixed choruses received adequate musical instruction as well as participating in many extracurricular activities. Many excellent programs were presented by the choruses, the highlight of the year being a presentation in the U.S. Senate Rotunda. Mr. Catlett taught not only the basics of music to his classes, but concentrated on such subjects as volume and breath control. The choruses benefited from this training, and the result was a group whose productions were char¬ acterized by both quality and harmony. 28 Band Increases School Spirit at Ball Games and Pep Rallies Band students put instruments in proper places ready for use the next time. Instrumental proficiency was developed in Edison’s band under George Duman’s direction. Basic principles of musical presentation and coordination were taught. Edison’s band, proclaimed the best amateur musical organization in the Maryland-District Columbia area, dem¬ onstrated its versatility and proficiency many times this year. The student body was entertained at pep rallies, bonfires, and assemblies. During half-time at football games, the band added to the spirit and excitement with demonstrations of combined musical and marching skill. The band worked in four groups. The concert band, the reserve band, and the marching band are all part of the skillful, proficient group which has brought many honors to Edison. Musicians concentrate on achieving perfect harmony. Edison’s marching band eagerly await tbeir chance to perform at half-time. 29 MR. RONALD WISNIEWSKI Department Head Julia Schaitberger creates an imaginative composition in chalk for Mrs. Monk’s Art III class. Art Students Learn Principles and Elements of Art Mr. Wisniewski teaches art students the ancient craft of pottery making. Painting, drawing, sculpture, graphs, design, and mixed medium are all included in various aspects during at least one of the four separate courses in art offered at Edison. The field of art study is open to any student with a “C” average, and an interest in art. The Art Department also works in conjunction with the Industrial Arts Department. Among other activities, students of art have decorated bulletin boards throughout the school, and have worked on weekly parallel projects. Many are members of a select group, the Art Guild, which was responsible for the decorative Christmas cards sold during the holiday season. Art III and IV classes took an all-day excursion to New York City where they visited the Gugenheim Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art, and the Whitney Museum of Art. The goal of the Art Department is to teach the appre¬ ciation and full understanding of the principles and ele¬ ments of both modern art and the art of earlier periods. It is hoped that the various field trips help to enhance art appreciation and to introduce students to the new styles and techniques of the professional art world. 30 Home Economics Prepares Girls for Future as Homemakers Four years of home economics and a special course for Seniors ar e available to Edison students. The courses are open to any student regardless of the general course being followed. The courses include actual hours spent in model kitchens. The girls also sew and knit many garments which provide them with both a means of increasing their present wardrobes and developing economic ideals for their future domestic careers. The talents of several of the girls were exhibited during the month of January when the niche in the main lobby was turned into a fashion showcase displaying some of the garments made by girls in the Home Economics Department. The objective of the Home Economics Department is to prepare girls for a pleasant and profitable domestic life both emotionally and materially. In the more advanced courses, some girls spend classroom hours being instructed in human relations and their relation to marital problems. Freshmen get practice in preparing and serving dinner. 31 “I hope we won’t have to keep books this big!” sigh bookkeep¬ ing students Lynn Potter and Cindy Calhoun. MISS FRANCES BEVIS MISS MERTLE CALLAHAN MISS PEGGY HALL MRS. SANDRA STEVENS MRS. DONNA THOMPSON Department Head MRS. NANCY TRULUCK Important Business Techniques Taught to Future Executives Mrs. Truluck hopes to see improvement in accuracy in her first year typing students. 32 ( I I I I ! Under the category of “commercial” courses come sub¬ jects such as typing I and II, shorthand I and II, personal typing and shorthand, and bookkeeping. In these courses, students are prepared for a career in the business world by coming in contact with and learning to solve the types of problems they can expect to meet in their chosen future careers. The students also learn business techniques and how to apply them to their work. Any student with either the commercial or general aca¬ demic course is eligible to take one or more of these subjects. This year, some of the department’s outstanding typing students represented Edison at a typing contest held at Madison College. Also, some shorthand students were en¬ tered in the Gregg Awards Contest. Miss Callahan teaches students how to decipher Gregg shorthand symbols. “This has got to stop, I just can’t afford a new eraser every day!” laments Vana Herfurth. 33 V.O.T., C.O.P. Programs Employ Modern Office Machinery i t t Marlene Wickline, Gene Gorham, and Louise White gain practice in using modem office machinery in C.O.P. program. Linda Sherwood learns to operate the IBM machine in the V.O.T. program. The initials “V.O.T.” represent Vocational Office Train¬ ing. V.O.T. includes some hours in class in addition to which students are placed “on the job” for three or four hours per day. Students 16 and over who are taking V.O.T. are awarded two credits for completion of the course. The V.O.T. classroom actually resembles an office. There are machines of almost every type including calcu¬ lators, adding machines, mimeoscope, duplicators, transcrib¬ ers, stencil machines, and electric and manual typewriters. All students leam how to operate these machines; and by ating the machines, which enables them to work as secre¬ taries and to help in the I.B.M. room. Clerical Office Practice, C.O.P., is very similar to V.O.T. The difference lies in the fact that C.O.P. is an elective for seniors only, offering one credit. Requirements for this course are: two years of typing, the basic business topics, and business math. The goal of V.O.T. and C.O.P. is to integrate all school learning into one marketable skill. MR. JAMES ROSS Head of Vocational Department 34 Distributive Education Students Learn Retailing Distributive Education is a program in which students attend school half a day and in the afternoon work in re¬ tail, wholesale, or service occupations. The goal of this de¬ partment is to introduce students to the fields of distribu¬ tion and retailing. Juniors and seniors who are 16 years or older are eligible to take the course of distributive edu¬ cation. Students of the D.E. program are members of D.E.C.A., the Distributive Education Clubs of America. Throughout the year, the department sponsors field trips to department stores and manufacturing plants. Through the study of salesmanship, mathematics, advertising, human relations, and merchandising, distribu tive education students receive an excellent preparation for a future career. Penny Pintuff, D.E. student, gets practical experience on the job working at Grant’s five and ten. Industrial Cooperation Training Has Individual Study Program The Industrial Cooperation Training Program encom¬ passes all the industrial skills: auto mechanics, data processing, building maintenance, cosmetology, commercial arts, and radio and T.V. repair. This department is not operated on the unit system but rather as an individual study program. The goal of the department is to encourage students to develop craft skills. Juniors and seniors 16 years or older, preferably with some background knowl¬ edge, are qualified to study under this program. Besides the individually supervised study program, the student also receives “on the job training” in the afternoon after three hours of classes in the morning at Thomas A. Edison. Mr. Dake assists I.C.T. students as they study in their individual textbooks. 35 MR. MILTON AUST MR. RICHARD BAUSH Department Head MR. RICHARD DUNMIRE Long, exacting hours at the drawing board have taught Robert Swan to work slowly and carefully on each drafting assignment. Industrial Arts Students Prepare for Future Careers Through 36 lassroom Instruction and Practical Experience in Shops The Industrial Arts Department is actually a combination of two large subject areas. The Industrial Department trains students to have a better knowledge of consumer buying and a broad view of industrial practices. The Vocational Department trains students for full time jobs after graduation. Both boys and girls are eligible for the industrial program, but only carefully screened students of 16 years or older can take the vocational courses. Students of the Industrial Arts Department have taken several field trips to such places as the Army Map Service and the David Taylor Model Basin. They have also done work in over-hauling autos, T.V. sets. Courses included in the Industrial Arts program are: industrial arts, mechanical drawing, architectural drawing, electronics, general shop, vocational drafting, vocational maintenance and repair, and vocational auto mechanics. Mr. Aust discusses the complexities of electronic devices with freshmen Steve Mikesell and Jimmy Parsons. 37 Physical Education Department Uses Canadian Royal Air MR. FRED BERNHARD MR. ROBERT CARSON Director of Boys’ Athletics MISS DIANE FARY Director of Girls’ Athletics MRS. NANCY HART Sophomore girls learn Red Cross emergency first aid treatment in their health class. Edison’s Physical Education Department has presented a well-rounded curriculum this year to the gym classes of basketball, baseball, football, wrestling, tumbling, work on the parallel bars, ping-pong, badminton, weight-lifting, and mental and physical programs which include first aid. While the Junior and Senior boys have planned activities five days a week, the Sophomore boys have three days of activities and two days of health. The Freshman boys have three days of activities plus one half of a semester of both first aid and drivers’ education. The girls’ physical education provides activities to bene¬ fit students in physical and mental fitness. Special activi¬ ties of the department include intramurals, modern dance classes, and student-faculty basketball games. The Freshman girls learn drivers’ education and first aid. Sophomores study personal hygiene. The Junior and Senior girls enjoy all of the usual physical education activities. Several of the teachers in the department are also coach for the girls’ hockey, basketball, and softball teams. Larry Andrews finishes a triumphant elimb. 38 fo rce Physical Fitness Program In Its Curriculum ) 1 ii Physical education girls enjoy an invigorating game of volleyball. MR. TOMMY PERRY MR. CARL HENSLEY Diana Grimes prepares for the big serve. MISS SANDRA MASEMER MRS. NANCY RAYBOLD Sometimes I wonder about all this emphasis on physical fitness,” exclaims Mike Carter as he executes a difficult stunt on the parallel bars. 39 Faculty Caught Off Guard Those hard working teachers! Teachers chat over a hearty lunch in school cafeteria. “People! What do you mean you don’t understand?” “Hmmm, this description sounds like a pleasant setting.” A sweetheart perhaps? Mrs. Deese performs a daily routine of checking attendance. “I should have class today.” never let those ‘wild-eyed liberals’ teach 41 SA TISFA CTION is • • 42 CLASSES . . . uniting . . . companionship . . . rivalry . . . exuberance . . . dedication. I completing another day. Keene Is Freshman President; Spink, Vice President FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS: Shirley Davis, Treasurer; Linda Wil¬ liams, Secretary; Dianne Spink, Vice President; and Shelby Keener, President. MISS FULCHER, Class Sponsor The Freshman Class entered Edison as the first new class to the school. They have had to adjust to the differ¬ ences of high school as compared to intermediate school. The freshmen attended the football games and partici¬ pated eagerly in the pep clubs thus instituting school spirit. The officers elected in the fall continued to work through¬ out the year to make the class a progressive part of school activities. Leading the class is President Shelby Keene who organ¬ ized the freshman dance that was enjoyed by all students. Other officers aiding Shelby are Dianne Spink, Vice Pres¬ ident; Shirley Davis, Secretary; Shirley Davis, Treasurer. Miss Fulcher, class sponsor, coordinated the class in their planning of activities and gave them ideas that were fully appreciated. 44 Roger Able Tommy Adams Vicki Adams Carolyn Aduddell Ben Aleskowitz Amanda Anderson Barbara Andrews Donna Ando Rhea Artuler Bill Arrin David Ash Mary Asher Leida Atkinson Sherry Atkeson Larry Avery Kathryn Back Linda Backstrom Barbara Bacon Gary Bacon Melva Bailey Lewis Baird James Barnes Helen Barnum Beth Barry Carl Battemfield Linda Bauserman James Beach Gary ' Beans About 575 Students Enter Freshman Class David Beck Eddie Becker Jean Bennett Lucy Berg Susan Bizzell Steve Boles Pam Bollinger Ethel Bonbrake George Bondurant Eileen Boneta Darlene Booth Barlois Boros David Bouges Sharon Bowers Harold Bowman Delcir Boyd Steve Boyd Bill Brenzovich 45 Donald Brewer Polly Brewer Linda Bridges Frankie Brindzik Colleen Brown J. C. Brown Tim Brown Clark Brownfield Fred Browning Eddie Bryant Chester Bryant Randy Bufalari Linda Burk Paulette Burks Randy Burks Cliff Burnett Mason Burns Chris Bursevos Sherri Butler Betty Byrd Denice Caiazzo Ninth Graders Adapt Readily to High School Daniel Caldwell Doug Campbell Jack Campbell Mary Campbell Lynne Cannon Alan Capps Bonnie Cary Douglas Carter Gwen Casey James Caton Bill Chidester Dave Childress Martha Childress Lucille Cicale Mary Cicale Lewis Currier Shirley Clark Mary Casey 46 Joyce Clouser Cheryl Coffey Carmen Cole David Collegeman James Collins Patty Collins Regina Comeau Margaret Comer Terry Compton Ricky Emerson has a hard time getting used to the long halls. Lauria Conner Mary Conrad William Cooke Sharon Cooke Barbara Cowan Cynthia Corbin Berry Cordone George Costenbader Marilyn Crane James Crist Richard Cross Douglas Curtis Steve Dains Bryan Damn Shirley Davis Tony DeAngelis Tom De Frees Deborah Dent Lynda Denbo Cheryl Dickerson Vicki Dickerson Deborah Dillard Florence Dixon Sheila Dodson 47 Linda Dodson Donna Donaldson Jean Donovan Ann Dorer Doris Dorsey Karla Drewy John Duchaj Sharon Due Judy Eddy Greg Edmonds Kay Eilbert Verne Elmore Ricky Emerson James Evans Pat Fagan David Feaser James Felsecker Marty Ferris Steve Forehord Pat Fosnocht Sandy Foster Becky Fowler Maureen Fowler Edwin Franklin Linda Frazier Freshmen Lynne Rossenwasst. Kay Phillips and Cathy Ho I I I Richard Frozier Jay Freemon Shannon French Karen Fridley Glenn Fulmer Donna Funk Bryan Furmon Edward Gardner David Garland Marsha Garrette Kenny Gaudreault Tommie Gibron Jimmy George Julie George Patrick Genzler Sara Gerlach Bonnie Gilmore Margie Glass i 48 culdn’t resist that Tootsie Pop il. Kathleen Glover Steve Goodheart Joe Gordon Helen Gorham Joan Gorham Linda Gorham Mike Gourley Marion Gray Phillip Gray Chris Graves Margie Gribble Jr. Grimsley The New Edisonites Conform to School Fads Sandra Grimsley Stepanie Grogan Carol Grouer Marc Guindon Karin Gsell James Hale Pat Hall Gertrude Hansuorough Russell Hansen Jim Hamm Ann Hardin Jeffrey Haeye Pat Harrington Barbara Harris Donnie Harris Roger Harris Stephen Harris Hakenson Harry 49 Richard Hart Sheila Harte Bill Harvey Lindsa Harvey Yuonne Haughw oot Nancy Hawkins Karen Hawley Doris Hihhs Dennis High J anies Hill Steve Hitaffer Shirley Heatwale Eileen Hiffion John Hendrickson Danny Henson Linda Hertig Doris Hibbs Martha Herndon Sharon Hibbins Walter Hodges Russell Hoff Freshmen Prove to Be Very Barbara Holland Wayne Hollaway Kathleen Hoyt Frank Hubler Nancy Hughes Robin Hummer Edith Hunt Frances Hunt Barbara Hurley Carol Jackson Doris Jacobsen Charlotte James Richard Jarrano Richmond Jellison Donna Jencks Danny Jenkins Ricky Jewell Alex Jedlinski Johnny Johnson Kenna Kay Linda Johnson Mike Johnson Louis Jones Raymond Jones 50 Robert Jones Nancy Jose Bob Judy Janet Justice Robert Kahn Ann Komoroski Carol Kanakanui Craig Kawamoto Mike Keene Shelby Keener Jerry Keeter Larry Kester Ann Kettenacker Trent Kichinko Nita Kidd George King Nancy King Sharyn Kiser Carol Kite Cathy Knott Janet Kook onscientious Workers in School Projects Bill Sutton demonstrates that favorite “Bend and stretch. Reach for the sky.” Steve Kopel David Kumber Linda Lamb Cathy Lane John Langley James Lawhorn George Laws Richard Lefler Debbie Lennox Michael Lewis David Lewis Randy Lewis 51 Wing Woo encounters a daily difficulty. Sharman Liner Arthur Lisi Jimmy Little Becky Livengood Burnley Lloyd Ed Lloyd Virginia Lloyd Jeanne Lord Betty Louis Class of ’67 Apply Their Randy Louis William Louis Bob Lowe Bonnie Lowther Judy Lund Richard Lunglhofer Vicki Lunglhofer Mary Luzaich Linda McGuire Dolores McKinney Sonia McKinney William Mear Sharon McMahon Dale Madaris Brenda Mason Cynthia Mason Gerald Mason Dee Master Arlene Marin Joyce Marshall Jenny Marszalek Bobby Martin Grey Martin Marliese Martin i. I 1 I 52 Arthur McBride Dariel Mayer Carla McCarus Sharon McClary Mike McCleary Bob McDaniel Pat McDonald Regian McFall Kathieleen McGinty Joe McGirk Sharon Merica Randy Miles David Miller Joan Mitchell Alan Mizelle Cheryl Mizelle Marie Mizelle Sharon Miller Carolyn Moore Mike Moore Marsha Morrow Newly Acquainted Spirit to a Prosperous Year Sue Mulvey Barbara Mullen Beth Murray Ross Murphy John Muglia Winnie Nash Peggy Neal Steve Nichols Ann Marie Noble Betty Norton Eddie Northrop Ricky Newman John Olsen Ed Olson Dave Onks Donna Orndorff Karen Orr Edward Osier Gene Otis Robert Paris Jimmy Parsons Carolyn Pavey George Payne Delores Perdue 53 Arlene Perkins Roberta Permison Dave Pemphry Richard Rex Charles Peyton Karen Phenicie Kay Phillips Charles Pilkington Richard Pinto James Popelarski Dorothy Potter Paul Powell Carol Pratt Daphne Price James Prohaska Bobby June Pulley Stephen Pulliam Bruce Qualls Curt Quap Bruce Rain Ted Rakes Donna Ramey Herbert Ramsey Bradley Ramsey Ricky Randall Vicki Rankin Larry Rao Mary Rappole Linda Raskin Ronald Rawls Class Selects a Slate of All Linda Reid Wally Rhein David Robertson Richard Robertson Winston Roland Linda Rose Rusty Rosen Lynne Rossenwasser Donald Rouse Robert Rowolah Glenna Rush Ronald Rush Chery Rutherford Terrie Sands Eleana Saperstein James Sarrano Sue Savage Mary Jean Schalbrack Michael Scherr Dan Schmitt Vivian Scott Richard Scrimshaw Bob Seidel Ritchie Sellers Catherine Semich Patricia Sestito Charles Shaffer Stuart Shapiro Sharlene Shaw Richard Shays Louis Sheekan Jacqueline Shepard Judith Shepard Paul Shifflett Howard Shoafft Ronald Showalter Todd Seigel Vernon Simon Kay Sims Stephen Sinclair Deborah Smith Ronnie Skillin Janet Smith Susan Smith Robert Snapp Bruce Snyder Joel Solomon Girls for Officers Olivia Southerly Diane Spink Shirley Spooner Jill Brinsevich is either surprised or happy as he receives his iirst report card at Edison. Jerry Sprouse Alan Stanley Barbara Stauffer Barbara Stephens Connie Stewart James Stewart Leslie Stewart Alison Stivers Nancy Stopel Bill Street Thomas Sullivan Bill Sutton Janice Sylvest Joseph Taylor Ronnie Taylor Specer Taylor Sandra Thompson Linda Thorton Margaret Tiemann Sharon Tillery Susan Tilson Tim Toomay Steve Towns Betty Travers Harry Trullender Everett Trumpower Carol Turner William Updegraff Patsy Vail Ronald Walker Lyndon Ward Colette Watkins Carol Watson Gary Watson Frank Weaver Carol Wells Carol Wheeler John Weinhold Buckie Wharton Bobby White Dennis White Richard White I ¥ Cynthia Mason watches as Toni DeAngelis says, “I’ll never do it again.” 56 ' I Theresa York Phillip Zachman John Zachman Pat Zielinski Norbert Ziemann Mary Wilmoth Noel Windsor James Woolls Cindy Wright Janice Wright Josie Wilcox Edward Wilkinson James Williams Gloria Williams Carolyn Sue Wilson Linda Williams Freshman Football Team Has Winning Season SOPHOMORE OFFICERS: Joy Brinkman, President; Linda Saunders, Treasurer; Donna Hess, Secretary; Dianne Corso, Vice President. Sophomore Advisor, MISS CONE The Sophomore Class headed by President Joy Brinkman has been especially active this year by sponsoring the Shipwreckers dance, which was most successful. There were also special spring activities in which many sopho¬ mores participated eagerly. In the spring the sophomores were well repre sented in the carnival production. They worked diligently on their jobs assuring the Carnival com¬ plete success. These activities were boosted by the dues that were collected by the sophomore officers and council- men. Looking into the future the class has already begun saving money toward the Senior prom which promises to be one of the best. With the frequent executive and committee meetings the class was able to coordinate their activities very efficiently. Accompanying Joy as officers are: Dianne Corso, Vice President; Donna Hess, Secretary; Linda Saunders, Treas¬ urer; and their faithful advisor. Miss Cone. Charlotte Abel Mike Adams Glenn Albright Philip Aliff Conrad Allman Jeff Alsbrook Sue Allsbrook Bette Lou Anders Dick Anderson Glen Anderson Ray Anderson Tom Anderson Kardn Andrus Carole Anson Richard Anthony James Arrington Pete Asai Barbara Ashby Joy Brinckman Is President of Sophomore Class Lana Atkinson Darryl Atkinson Tommy Ayres Ronald Baker Steve Baker Linda Baldwin Dorothy Ballard Butch Banton Bill Barbour Amelia Barnes Skeeter Bateman Doug Barraelough Benny Benson Roland Bermer Allan Berry ' Kay Bibb i Ellen Bishop Mike Bishop 59 Elizabeth Bixler Phil Boucher Maureen Bowen Terrie Bowen Janet Boyer James Boyle Pat Boyle Danny Brackens John Bradford Michael Bradley Edwin Branham Carol Breedlove Pat Tommay and Richard Lef- fingwell translate “Willie ille pu” Talented Soph omore Class Shows Cheryl Brewer Larry Bright Phillip Briggman Joy Brinckman Betty Brinson Donna Brown Lawrence Brown Larry Bryant i Linda Buehanan Larry Budd Mondie Bullock Linda Burrows t Pat Butler Doris Campbell William Campbell Steve Capps Greg Carpenter Ken Carroll 60 Frances Carter Jo Ann Casey Ronnie Cash Bruce Clouser Brenda Coffey Maureen Cole Mady Colin Larry Collier Danny Collins David Collins Kathy Compton Pat Connolly Academic Athletic, and Artistic Talents Ralph Charles Kurt Chesley Barry Cohen Cletus Conrad James Conrad Bryan Conroy Paul Cooke Carolyn Cooley Pam Corbett Jerry Corbin David Corey Dianne Corso Douglas Crouch Ronnie Crouch Richard Croushore Rayburn Crowell Robert Cundiff Jeff Curry 61 Pat Davies Mary Jeanne Davis Donna De Angelis Jimmy Dearing Lewis Deaton Maureen Deegan Jeff Devine Elaine DeWitt Jerry Dikey Connie Dohner Jerry Dooley Lewis Downs Judy Downs Jeff Drifmeyer Jennings Dulin Tenth Graders Contribute Robert Eilbert Joyce Elder Jessie Elder Greg Embrey Barry Enright Bobbie Evans James Ferguson Donald Ferm Kathy Fones “Pll never get everything back in,” exclaims sophomore JoAnn Casey. 62 Brenda Fowler Beverly Fox Kay Fritzinger Kurt Fritzinger Thomas Fritzinger Sandi Furr Lynette Geronimo Eliece Gilbert Dennis Good “And now the meeting will come to order,” demands Joy Brinckman, president of the Sophomore class. ' Generously to March of Dimes Drive Janice Gorham Pat Gorham Jesse Grant Nancy Graumann Alston Green Russell Green 1 I I Melvin Green Gary Green Eugene Gregg Kay Griffith Margie Griffiths Edward Grimes I I Trudy Grimm George Grimsley Ivan Hall Jerry Hall Kathy Hall Alvinia Hamilton ! 63 Jeri Heidermyer Susan Herzer Donna Hess Peggy Hibbitts Kitty Hinken Pat Haney Elaine Hannafey John Harlan Barbara Harris Larry Harris Dave Harris Michael Harris Gail Harrison Ron Hansen Ann Hastey Brian Hawley John Heann After High School What?—Eager Sophomore Alan Hohl Marsha Hoke Linda Holland Bill Holtzclau Russell Hughes Jeffrey Hull Barbara Hunt Susan Iroff Ronald Ivester Two sophomore students, Pat O’Donnell and Sharon Schilke, use the library for serious study. 64 Frank Jencks Daniel Jenkins Carl Janes Fran Jennings Cathrine Johnson Danny Jones Patricia Jones Rhonda Jones Roger Justice Kathy Kalinowsky Gloria Kassing Karen Keller Kathrine Keller John Kelly Pat Kester Donnie Kidd Glen Killsgaard Susie Kilby Take Part in College Night Activities Gary King Sharon Kilby Zoe Ann Kirby Bernard Klein Karen Kopel Delores Kyles Dennis Kyles Lin Labadie Nancy Lacy Betsy Lane Sandra Lakey Larry Langfery Barbara Laughen Anneliese Laurka Gary Lee Nancy Lee Roger Lee Marcelle Leet 65 Richard Leffingwell Carol Leight Bob Lewis Richard Lewis William Lewis Sharon Liner Pamela Litchield Cabell Lloyd Lynette Lockart Linda Looney Ken Lowe Pam Lowery Carol Lugar Sue Lundy Pat Lyons Frank Machnick Jeff Madaris Sharon Madaris Sophomore Sponsored Dance Is Cynthia Manuel Lena Mapes Claire Marche Norma Marlow Leslie Marsh David Martin Robert Mason Tommy Mason Lucille Massey Donna Massie Pat Matheny Palmer Mays . . and when I push this one up, the whole ceiling col- 66 Debbie McBee Paul McCarus Bill McCleany Wanda McCormick John McCracken Linda McCracken Julie McDaniel Helen McDonald Mike McFeeley LaDonna McGuire Elizabeth McHoffa Linda Mears Ellen Mennicke Mark Meyen Bryan Miller David Miller Dink Miller Peggy Miller Social Affair for the Class of ’66 lapses,” snickers Cabell Lloyd. Elaine Mims Kenny Mittendorff Anita Monson Steve Monts Liz Moore Gwen Morris Nicky Morris Lynne Morton Mike Morton Linda Moser Jimmy Moss Valerie Moura 67 Betty Mullins Ralph Mulner Randy Murphy Linda Murray John Mustone Linda Napier Debbie Nealey Lee Neitzel Jane Nemetz Alvin Nichol Bill Nichols George Nichols Diann North Katherine Norton Christina Obusek Pat O’Donnell Kenneth Oldham Judy Olmstead ik. Tenth Graders Exemplify School Spirit an Linda Olsen Joseph Oren John Osier John Palda Patrick Palfrey Vicki Palniateer Andy Pardue Sandra Parsons Diane Pasey Pat Davies, J.V. cheerleader, really puts enthusiasm in what she does. 68 Lisa Pauli Linwood Payne Varnell Payre Tommy Pearson Marcia Pieler Carole Perkins Arnie Permison Brenna Perry Brenda Perry Jo Perry Paul Petefish Sherry Petitt Ernest Phillips Clyde Pickett Frank Pilkington George Popelarski Wayne Pugh Eddie Purcell Anticipate Even Better Results As Juniors Cheryle Pusey Ken Bars Brenda Reed Dennis Reid Sandra Rabanas Dale Rizzo Reggie Roberts Tommy Roberts Carolyn Robinson Vernon Robinson Frederick Roderick Rene Rodriguez Diane Rose Jack Rowdon Rex Runyon Sandy Sanchez Cherry Sanders Linda Saunders 69 Lowell Savage David Scliaitberger Barbara Scbardin Sbaron Scbilke Sue Scbroeder Karl Scbrverdtfeger Debbie Scott Sandy Scrimsbaw Peggy Semucb Mary Sexton Susie Sexton Donnie Sbamblin Celia Sbarkey Bruce Sbarpes Bob Sbeldon Dave Shepp Harry Sberman Robert Sherman Larry Shifflet Nancy Shoaff Ernest Shoemaker Joan Short Joan Simpson Katherine Simpson Glen Smith Kim Smith Lionel Smith Ricky Smith Suzanne Smith Charleen Soolsly Diana Sparks Becky Spairow Joan Spears Gail Springman Carol Steeves David Steinbach 7 Abilities, Sets Goals John Taylor Bette Thomas Joyce Thompson Mary Thompson John Tillery Barbara Tillett Johnny Timbook Pat Toomay Lin Tornese Joe Turner Gary Usrey Margie Via Terry Vening Rita Visconte Robert Vorox Linda Wagonhals Joyce Waggle Paul Walsh 71 Mary Walter Linda Walters Nancy Warfield Tom Watson Michael Weaver Beverly Weeks “I told you I can’t open my mouth,” gestures Elaine DeWitt to her frustrated classmates. Sophomore Michael Wiegard Harriet Weinhold Connie Wilkinson Harvey Wilson Louise Wilson Linda Wise David Wollock Dennis Woolfrey Beverly Wright Don Wright Vernona Wright Macdell Wriska Sandra Young Fay Yowell Linda Yowell Richard Zacofsry Roger Zampell Manfred Ziemann 72 Mady Colin helps design cafeteria decor for the Sophomore Shipwreck Dance. Sophomores write long study of stem structures. and detailed labs involving the Sophomores in Mrs. Rosenwasser ' s English Class participate in a heated dis¬ cussion. Members of class in one of their many committee meetings. 73 The rising Senior Class, as it takes its last steps before becoming the seniors in the true sense, looks back on a happy, prosperous, and eventful year. A well attended swim party aroused friendly competi¬ tion between the juniors and seniors, as did the junior senior basketball game in March. Which class had the best cheerleaders? The juniors gave the seniors a scare when they almost took away the Gold Caddy in the advance ticket sale con¬ test for “All My Sons.” Three bake sales, one in the fall, and others in February and March, were very successful, and helped raise money for the first junior senior prom. MR. SCOTT, .Junior Class Advisor Juniors Enjoy Junior-Senior Basketball Game JUNIOR OFFICERS: Steve Schardin, Vice President; Diane Guinden, Secretary; Cindy Fowler, Treasurer; Walt Berg, President. John Addudell Priscilla Alexander Joelle Anderson Ken Anderson Larry Andrews Linda Andrews Kristina Apperson Bob Backstrom Berg Leads Class; ScJiardin Is Vice President Mark Barbero Robert Barry Gloria Batten Ann Baxley Joy Bliss Jerilyn Bohn Bonnie Beatty Sterling Beck 75 Lee Bernhard Jeanette Bennett Joan Bennett Bob Bentley Walt Berg Penny Berris Tom Bevis Rita Bible Christine Billeb Don Bise Dale Blight Bobby Bloyer Cbris Bohner Joe Bondwart Denise Boueher Rosemary Bowling Ron Bowman David Boyce Chuck Boyd Nancy Boyer 76 Gayle Bray Steve Bray Wayne Breen Blaine Brim Stuart Brown Richard Bryant Jeanette Benett struts around during halftime. The College Bound Take PSAT Tests in November Larry Bruce Ron Buckner Tom Burkhart Anny Busko Greg Butler Connie Buxton Vivian Byrd Cindy Calhoun 77 Sharon Craghead Tami Cranford David Critchley Diane Cummings “I double dare those lights to fall on me,” screams McKeever (Art Phelps) in the “Solid Gold Cadil¬ lac” production. Diane Cundiff Bonny Curry Linda Lee Dan Donald Davis Michael Davis Patsy Davidson Albert DeAngelis Barbara Dickinson Wayne Dickinson Teri Dickinson George Dodd Carol Donaldson 78 Richard Callaway Hoppy Campbell Richard Carey George Cash Pat Carniichael Tom Carter Carle Cartelle Bob Chapin Sue Childs Reggie Collins Pat Conely Leo Conrad Juniors Join Extracurricular Activities I “Need a ride?” Keith Rodney’s Taxi Service Bart Cooley Joyce Copeland Jiidi Cowan Phyliss Crabtree 79 Adelaide Dorer Michael Dougherty Billy Dowlin Terry Dyer cr C5 Come on fellas, get together—please! In a World of Mirth and Merriment, Dennis Early Joan Economides James Eddy Alan Fagan Ralph Featherstone Carol Firkins 80 Alice Firks Johm Flahive Danny Fleck Terri Fletcher Maureen Fogarty Penny Forehand Ruth Ann Foster Cindy Fowler Jolly Juniors Enjoy Skits, Sports, and Songs. Phil Franklin Ted Freemon Billy Gainer Larry Gaudreault Carol Gelling Linda George Nancye Giampapa Donald Gloeckler Pat Goad Howard Gorham Darlene Graves Jerry Green 81 Donald Greenwalt Judy Gross Russ Grove Diane Guindon Toni Turner and Paul Hildebrand talk shop with Mr. Scott. Cleva Gunter Michael Guron Bud Hales Jessica Hall Nancy Hall Sheila Hall Jim Hamblin William Hamblin Georgia Hand Sandra Hardin Sarah Harlow Yvonne Harpe 82 David Harris Norman Harris Rebecca Harris Richard Harris Two new “Keyettes,” Jimmy Soper and David Corey, wash cars at the Keyette Car Wash. Juniors Selected for Key-Keyette Clubs. Charles Harover Barbara Harvey Henrietta Hawkins Patricia Heath Eddie Haywood Vana Herfurth William Herzer George Hewitt 83 Sandra Hewitt Janies Hibbs Paul Hildebrand Kenneth Hinson Mary Jane Hippie Ann Hollingsworth Gail Howard Donna Howdyshell Class Well Represented on Cheerleadin Rick Hudson Judy Hurley Julie Hyman Elaine Jackson Richard Jacobs Sandra Jacobson “We’ll get our pep up yet,” yells Adele Pilkington, J.V. cheerleader. Carlton James Gail Jaynes Irene Jedkinski Paul Jeffries Becky Jenkins James Johnson Pat Johnson William Johnson Squad-Thirteen Juniors Are in the Group. Rena Jones Herman Judy Gail Katacinski Cynthia Keebaugh Kathy Keller Robert Keltic Danny Kester Sheila Kilby Sonja Kinictzsk Peggi King Gary Kirby Gene Klow 85 Walter Kraus Vivian Lacy Davis Lane Bob Langford “How many high schools did you say you grad¬ uated from?” ask Ralph Featherstone and Rich¬ ard Carey. James Lankford David Larrick Barbara Lawhorn Douglas Lawrence Judy Leight Barbara Leone Ralph Lee Sandy Legg Class of ’65 Orders I Judy Leone Barbara Lewis ! I Tanya Lewis Marcia Liebman Elizabeth Liddell Linda Light Wayne Lockwood John Love Danny Lovern David Lovern E Rings-Now the Wait. Don Greenwalt, yearbook photographer, caught in the act of taking pictures of Edison Game. Mary Ellen Ludlow Sue Lutz Larry Lynch Janies Lyon 87 Richard Machmer MaryLou Maly Linda Mandello Raymond Mnagum Rochelle Mapes Bonita Margolies Chris Marschat Steve Marsh Juniors Improve Financial Matters by Vicki Marsh Janet Marshall Harmon Mart:;. Lawrence Martin Margaret Martin Sandi Martin Gloria Batten finds time in her busy schedule to help one of the teachers, Mrs. Pauli. ] Nancy Mates Kenneth Matheny Sally Mattern Roxie McBee Lee McCaleb Mary McGinty Christine McGloin Brenda McGuin Collecting Class Dues and Sponsoring Bake Sales. Ronnie McGuin Joe McKay Marilyn McKinney Ann McKinney Bob McLaughlin Doug McNaron Gloria Meade Jamie Meeks Kenneth Merritt Sharon Mier Betty Lynn Miller Gerald Miller 89 Joan Mims Robert Moffet Alvin Moll Ronald Monday Virginia Monson Jimmy Montgomery Daniel Moore James Moore The Academic Minded Get a Chance to Demonstrate Sharon Moore Kenneth Moura Clifford Morton Thomas Muglia Deborah Murphy Hillery Myers Jerry Nacht Richard Nelson Cary Nevitt Janis Nichols Robert Noel Robert North “Stop the bubble machine!” yells Drum Major Roger Bacon. Ann Norton Robert Norton Millicent Nuckols Steve Nuckols Their Knowledge by Taking College Boards in December Michael O’Brien Jeanne Olsen Wilma Orange Ken Ostyre Alan Paire Virgini a Pardue Harold Parker Michael Partin Marilyn Payne Samuel Pearson Robert Penn Bill Pennington 91 Tom Rawlings Robert Rawls Keith Rodney Louise Rogers Adele Pilkington Doreen Purdham Richie Pintuff Joyce Plaugher Donna Poole Linda Poole Charlene Posey Lynn Potter Robert Pratt Alan Prysock Toni Pullman CC Quinn 92 George Roland Sandra Rose Priscilla Rozsa Joyce Rubbi Bonnie Rush Annabel Russell Walter Sanders Stephen Schardin Julia Schaitberger Dennis Schalbrack Selling of the Victory Cake Encourages School Spirit Dave Scott Marie Scott Leslie Sedgwick Phyliss Seibert Elsa Sergent Crickett Sestito George Shaffer Skip Shankle 93 Linda Shelton Carolyn Sheffield Richard Shelton Susan Shepard Linda Sheppard Carol Shewmaker Bob Showalter Susan Siegworth Cyndee Simmons Doug Sinclair Bette Smith Fred Smith Joseph Smith James Soper Margaret Soroka Linda Southworth re- Juniors, Art Phelps, Pat Johnson, and Karen Warner, view their lines for tryouts for “Solid Gold Cadillac.” Karen Sovonick Carolyn Spangler Linda Spears Donald Spegelmyer Charles Spindle Eric Spink Richard Springfield Ronald Stanley Kathy Stanton Jack Stickel David Stinson Pete Stoyko Juniors Send Delegatesto “Ifs Academic Dean Strickland Linda Sturgill Shirley Sullivan Robert Swan Alinda Swink Mike Tabor Jo Ann Taylor Jeffrey Teeter 95 Judy Tharpe Linda Thiebolt Barbara Thompson Bonnie Thompson Planning and Working on Pron Karen Vest Carole Villard Kelly Vining Doris Voron 96 Marcia Vozzola Virginia Wa3e Rozanne Wallace Karen Warner Linwood White Mary Jane White Linda Whitley Betty Wiley Climaxes Activities for Year Ken Wine Gary Witt Linda Wolz Danny Wood Marsha Wray Linda Wright Sharon Wriska Janies York 97 SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS: First Roiv: Marcy Devers, Maria Rozsa, Sheldon Mann. Second Row: Arnold Baker, Robin Russell, David Francoise. MISS PATTERSON Class Sponsor word “senior” carries a broader meaning than merely “older” or “of higher rank.” For us it carries a connotation of hard work, good times, and a newly-awakened sense of responsibility. During the two years here at Edison, we have set precedents and traditions have been established which will serve as guidelines for future classes. Through the constant endeavors of our class, a student government was created under a constitution which will act as an axis of government for following admin¬ istrations. Athletic teams were organized, and, largely due to senior support, our teams have pushed even closer to a championship. An Honor Society was founded to promote and recognize scholarship and character. Publications developed and numerous clubs were formed to ac¬ commodate the diverse interests of Edison’s students. Through the efforts of the class officers and Senior representatives, the individual was made to feel an integral part of the class. During the second semester, special committees were organized to allow the senior to take part in the organization and execution of class activities. The Senior year has been highlighted by many monthly activities: the class trip to the World’s Fair, the Senior Prom, Baccalaureate, and, finally. Grad¬ uation. Anthony Wayne Adams “Tony” Varsity Basketball, Captain, 11, 12; Sports Editor, The Talon, 11; Kev Club, 12. Carol Ann Adams “Carol” Sharon Kay Adam s “Sherry” Y.F.C., 11, 12; Pep Club, 11. Approximately 290 Graduate in Class of ’64 Judith Ellen Adkins “Judy” Art Editor, The Talon, 11, 12; Art Editor, The Erudite, 11, 12; S.C.A. Cabinet Member, 11, 12; Junior Class, Prom Decoration Committee, Chair¬ man, 11; Keyettes, 12. Albert Allen “Albert” Della Louise Anderson “Della” The Talon, 11; The Current, 11, 12; Pep Club, 11; Latin Club, 11; F.T.A., 12 . John Ward Anderson “Johnny” Sports Editor, The Current, 11; S.C.A., Homeroom Representative, 12. Newell Jackson Anderson “Butch” Varsity Football, 12; Track, 12; Senior Class, Activity Committee, 12. Robert I.ewis Andrews “Bob” Transferred from George Washington High School, Alexandria, Virginia, 11; All-State Chorus, 11, 12. 99 Carolvn Dean Arnold ‘ “Carol” V.O.T., 12. Winifred Athey “Winnie” Barry Lynndon Atkinson “Barry” Senior Class, Activity Committee, 12; Senior Class, Publicity Committee, 12. About Forty New Students Join Class This Year Felipe Luyanda admires Claudia Navarretti’s class ring. Both stu¬ dents joined the Senior Class this year. Scott Lee Baird “Scott” Arnold Barry Baker “Amie” Junior Class, President, 11; Varsity Basketball, li; Varsity Golf, 11; Var¬ sity Club, 11, 12; National Honor So¬ ciety, 11, 12; Senior Class, President, 12; Key Club, 12. 100 Rol ert Theordore Baker “Bob” Band, 11, 12. Jean Elizabeth Banigan “Jeannie” Transferred from Radford High School, Honolulu, Hawaii, 11; Majorette, 12. Patricia Rita Barrett “Pat” The Current, 11, 12; Junior Class, Prom Committee, 11; I.R.C., 11; Latin Club, President, 11; Senior Class, Ac¬ tivity Committee, 12; Senior Class, Graduation Committee, 12; “All My Sons”, Publicity Committee, 12. Edwin Jerald Barthlett “Jeriy” Transferred from Baker High School, Mobile, Alabama, 11; Varsity Basket¬ ball, 12. Lee Ann Baskin “Lee Ann” Chorus, 12. Michael Bladen Bayliss “Mike” Varsity Football, 11, 12; Varsity Bas¬ ketball, 11; Varsity Club, 11, 12. Patricia Ann Bayne “Pat” Transferred from Madison County High School, Madison, Virginia, 11; Varsity Basketball, 11, 12, Co-captain, 11; Var¬ sity Softball, 11; The Talon, 11; Con¬ cert Band, il, 12; F.H.A., Parliamen¬ tarian, 12. Douglas Oliver Beach “Doug” Grant Donald Beale “Don” Junior Class, Councilman, 11; Band, 11; Concert Band, 12. Milton Louis Becker “Milton” Chorus, 11, 12; Octet, 11; “Down in the Valley”, 12; “Carousel”, 12. Lynndianne Beene “Lynn” Transferred from Camp Hill High School, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, 12. 101 Patricia Ann Belche “Pat” The Erudite, 11, 12; S.C.A. Homeroom representative, 11; Art Guild, 11. Kenneth Playford Bernst “Ken” Chorus, 11, 12. Joan Beriy “Joan” Rebecca Cecelia Boaze “Becky” Carol Ann Boneta “Carol” Chorus, 11, 12; I.R.C., 11, 12; The Talon, 12; The Current, 12; The Erudite 12; “Down in the Valley” 12; Spanish Club, 11, 12; Decoration Committee, Junior class, 11; Publicity Committee, Senior class, 12; Pep Club, 12. Richard Scott Bonney “Dick” The Current, The Erudite, 11, 12; Band 11, 12; S.I.P.A. delegate, 11; Key Club, 12; crew—“All My Sons”, 12; Senior Council, 12. Judith Dawn Brawner “Judie” Varsity Basketball 11, l2; C.O.P. Cho¬ rale 11, 12. John Thomas Brindzik “John” Sandra Gwendolyn Brown “Sandie” Latin Club 11; Newspaper 11, 12; German Club 12; Hospitality commit¬ tee, Senior Class. Patricia Sheila Burgess “Pat” F.B.L.A., 12; Prom Committee, 12. Susan Eleanore Burho “Sue” lorensics 11, 12; J.V. Cheerleader 11: Newspaper 11, 12; Chorale 11; Pep Club 11, 12; I.R.C. 12; Yearbook 12; Senior Graduation Committee. 12 Class Leads in Promotion of School Spirit Patrick Carl Burks “Pat” Chorus 12. Deatra Ann Burnell “Dee” Advanced Chorus 11; V.O.T. Program 12; Future Business Leaders of Amer¬ ica Club 12. “Seniors, are ya with me?” yells Judy Dellinger to the Senior cheering sec¬ tion. Jerrold Arthur Butler “Jeriy” Monica Eva Butler “Monica” Barbara Suzanne Bytell “Barbara” The Talon 11, 12; Erudite 11; National Honor Society 11, 12; I.R.C. 11, 12; Latin Club 11; Solid Gold Cadillac 12. Linda Gail Carter “Linda” Claudfe Louise Chittum “Claudia” Chorus 11; Future Business Leaders of America Club, President, 12. Michael Peter Cicale “Mike” H.R. Representative, 11; Varsity Foot¬ ball, Co-Captain, 11; Vars ity Club, See- retary, 11; Varsity Baseball, 11, 12. 103 Robert George Ciccotelli “Bob” Transferred from Balboa High School, Panama Canal Zone. Robert Harry Clemens, Jr. “Bob” Advanced Chorus, 11, 12. Nancy Cole “Nancy” Mary Kathleen Collins “Kathy” Sharon Gail Corey “Sherry” F.B.L.A., 12. Martin Ernest Corso “Mort” ♦ Varsity Football, 11, co-captain 12; Varsity Club 11, 12; Varsity Baseball 12 . Robert Stephen Cowan “Steve” Varsity Baseball, 11; National Honor Society, 11, 12; Key Club, 12; Varsity Track, 12; Varsity Club, 12. Iva Lee Crist “Iva” The Talon, 11, 12; Junior Class, Prom Decoration Committee, 11; S.C.A., Bul¬ letin Board Committee, 11; Senior Class Publicity Committee Chairman, 12 . Elizabeth Anne Critchley “Anne” Y.F.C., 11; Junior Class, Prom Decora¬ tion Committee, 11. Susan Marie Cronin Susie” Majorette, 11, 12; F.T.A., 11; F.N.A., 12; Spanish Club, 12. Lorraine Lee Cross “Lorraine” Graduation Committee, 12. Sue Ann Croushore “Suzi” Transferred from Jeannette Senior High School, Jeannette, Pennsylvania; Y.F.C., 12 . Susan Ann Cunningham “Sue” Junior Class, Secretary, 11; Prom Decoration Committee, 11, 12; Key- ettes, 11, 12; Copy and Rewrite editor of Edison Current. Margie Lee Daniel “Margie” Chorale, 11, 12. Tonie Davies Football 9, 10. Billie Dean “Billie” Transferred from Buckhannon, West Virginia; F.B.L.A. officer, 11; Chorus, 11; C.O.P., 12. Do Seniors have much homework? Ask Roland Gramm. Assumes Role of Leadership in ’63-64 Transferred from Paxton High School, Jacksonville, Florida; Junior Varsity Cheerleader, 11, Varsity Cheerleader, 12; F.T.A., 11; The Talon, 11, 12; S.C.A. Committee, 11; Junior Prom Decoration Committee, 11; Chairman of Senior Gift to School Committee, 12; Newcomers Club, 12; Spanish Club, 12. Marcella Marie Devers “Marcy” Y.F.C., 11, 12; The Current, 11, 12; Senior Class Historian, 12; Keyettes, 12; National Honor Society, 12; Chair¬ man for Senior Class Last Will and Testament Committee. Crystal Priscilla Dodge “Crystal” Class of ’64 Judy Karen Dellinger “Judy” 105 Harold Russell Dodson “Harold” V.O.T., 12. Earlton Lee Downs “Coochie” Varsity Football, 11; Varsity Basket¬ ball, 11. Sandra Jean Ellmore “Sandi” Advanced Chorus, 11. Michelle Ann Emory “Mike” Varsity Hockey, 11; F.T.A., 11; Junior Class, Prom Committee, 11, 12. Richard Deane Engel “Rick” Donna Dean Eiwin “Donna” The Talon, 11, 12; Y.F.C., 11; Drill Team, 12; F.B.L.A., Secretary, 12. Linda Morgan Eaith “Linda” Senior Class, Graduation Committee, 12 . Thomas Patrick Lay “Tom” Varsity Football, 11, 12; Varsity Bas¬ ketball, 11; Varsity Club, 11, 12; The Current, 11; Junior Class, Councilman, 11; S.C.A. Representative, 11; F.T.A., 11; Junior Class, Prom Decoration Committee, 11; Key Club, Recording Secretary, 12; Spanish Club, 12; Sen¬ ior Class, Gift Committee, 12. Mae Lou Eowler “Mae” TfSnsferred from Francis C. Hammond High School, Alexandria, Virginia, 11; V.O.T., 12. David Hal Francoise “Dave” S.C.A., Vice President, 11; “It’s Aca¬ demic,” 11; The Erudite, Editor-in- Chief, 11, 12; Golf Team, 11, 12; Na¬ tional Honor Society, Treasurer, 11, 12; Senior Class, Vice President, 12; Key Club, Corresponding Secretary, 12; S.C.A. Representative, 12. Meredith Ann Francoise “Meredith” The Talon, Layout Editor, 11, Editor-in-Chief, 12; The Erudite, Layout Editor, 11, 12; S.C.A., Committee Member, 11, 12; “Masquers Premier,” 11; “All My Sons, 12; “Solid Gold Cadillac.” 12; “Carousel, 12; S.I.P.A. Delegate, 11; Mas¬ quers, Treasurer, 12; Keyettes, 11, 12. Linda Carolyn Franke “Frankie” Transferred from Vicenza American High School, Vicenza, Italy, 11; News¬ paper Typist, 11; Drill Team, 12. 106 Marlene Simms, Senior Queen Candidate, checks to see liow she’s doing in the Basketball Queen contest. William Gates Franklin “Bill” Latin Club, 11. Ellen Louise French “Frenchie” Participation in Contests Exemplifies Class Initiative Carolyn Lee Friday “Carolyn” F.N.A., Secretary, 11, 12. Sheridan Lee Funk “Sheri” Varsity Hockey, 11, 12; Varsity Bas¬ ketball, 11, 12; Varsity ftball, 11, 12. Ronald Wayne Furr “Ron” Transferred from Waynesboro, Virginia; I.C.T., 12. 107 William David George “David” “Carousel”, 12. Eleanor Ann Gilliam “Eleanor” The Talon, 11, Senior Editor, 12; Na¬ tional Honor Society, Secretary, 11, ,12; S.C.A., Cabinet Member, 11, 12; Junior Class, Councilman, 11; Senior Council, 12; Spanish Club, Vice President, 12; S.C.A., Homeroom Representative, 11: S.C.A. delegate to Richmond, 11. Sharon Ann Goodheart “Sherry” Latin Club, 11; F.T.A., 11; F.H.A., 12; Newcomers’ Club, 12. Clarence Eugene Gorham “Gene” Varsity Club, 11, 12; Varsity Basket¬ ball, 11; Varsity Baseball, 11. Roland Patrick Gramm “Roland” The Talon, Photography Editor, 11, Business Manager, 12; The Erudite, Business Manager, 11, 12; “Masquers Premiere”, Student director, 11; “All My Sons”, Student director, 12; Mas¬ quers, 12; Key Club, 12. Evamurle Olive Green “Eve” The Talon, 11; Art Guild, 11; Chorus. 12 . Joseph William Green “Joe” Transferred from Mount Vernon High School, Alexandria, 12. Gordon Charles Gregg “Gordon” Transferred from Ballou High School. Washington, D.C., 11; The Talon, 11; The Current, 11, 12; the Erudite, 11, 12. Weekly Meeting of Senio lOi Senior eounselor, Mrs. Hammet, helps Pat Neri plan for the ture. Diana Carolyn Grimes “Di” Youth For Christ, 11, 12, Secretary. 11; F.N.A., 11, 12; German Club, 12. Elizabeth Lee Grogan “Betsey” Transferred from Swampscott High School, Boston, Massachusetts, 11; S.C.A., committee, 11; Prom commit¬ tee, Junior Class, Senior Class, 11, 12; The Current, Assistant Business Man¬ ager, 11, 12, Exchange Editor, 11, 12: Graduation committee. Senior Class, 12. Karen Dianne Gnibb “Dianne” Youth For Christ, 11, 12, Vice-Presi¬ dent, 11; The Current, 11; Junior Class Council, Councilman, 11. Kenneth Edward Guard “Ken” The Erudite, 11, 12; “It’s Academic”. 11; Key Club, 12; The Talon, Chief Photographer, 12; “Solid Gold Cadil¬ lac,” 12. IcLSS Officers Results in Numerous Activities Anthea Elizabeth Hailey “Anthea” Transferred from Shrubbery Co-Educa¬ tional School, England, 11; Scholarship for Summer Science Training Program at V.P.I., 11; Keyettes, 12; Varsity- Hockey, 12. Ronald Eugene Hall “Ronnie” The Erudite, Material Editor, 11, 12; Chess Club, President, 12; Key Club, 12. Janet Lynne Halnon “Jan” Chorus, 11; F.T.A., vice-president, 11; Art Guild, 12; Graduation Committee, Senior Class, 12; The Erudite, 12; Prom Committee, Junior Class, 11. 109 Raymond Hamilton “Ray” Varsity Track, 11, 12; Varsity Football. 12; Varsity Club, 12. Rol)ert William Hamilton “Rob” Varsity Football, 11, 12; Varsity Club, 12 . Barbara Hardison “Barb” Michael Harsb “Mike” Varsity Football, 11; Varsity Club, 11. 12 . Barbara Hawes “Barb” Mary Judith Hawkins “Judi” S.C.A., Secretary, 11; Varsity Cheer¬ leader, 11, 12; I.R.C., 11; F.N.A., 11; Keyettes, 11, 12; National Honor So¬ ciety, 11, 12. Richard Combs Henderson “Dick” Varsity Football, 11, 12; Varsity Track, 11, 12; Varsity Club, 11, 12, Sergeant- at-Arms, 11; Y.F.C., 11; Senior Class, Activities Committee, 12. “The pause that Refreshes.” Pam Nagle dives in at the Senior swim party. Kathleen Denise Hawkins “Kathie” The Talon, Girls’ Sports Editor, 11, 12; National Honor Society, 11, Historian, 12; Keyettes, 11, Treasurer, 12; Var¬ sity Hockey, 11, 12; Varsity Basketball, 11, 12; Varsity Softball, 11, 12; Ad¬ vanced Chorus, 11, 12; All-State Chorus, 12. 110 Swim Party Provides Exercise and Fun for All Ronald Iroff “Ronnie” Walter Roy Jacobsen “Wally” Senior Class, Activities Committee, 12. Philip Stanley Janes “Phil” Y.F.C., 11, 12; Senior Class, Prophecy Committee, 12. Michael Ernest Henner “Mike” Barbara Jean Hertig “Barb” The Current, Business Manager, 11, 12; The Talon, 11, Typing Editor, 12; The Erudite, 11, 12; Advanced Chorus, 11. 12; Junior Class, Decoration Commit¬ tee, 11; Masquers, 12; Keyettes, 12; “Solid Gold Cadillac,” 12; “All Mv Sons,” 12; “Carousel,” 12. James Myron Hill Jim Reuben Dario Hinojosa “Junior” Activities Committee, Senior Class, 12; Chorus, 12. Diane Honeycutt “Diane” F.N.A., President, 11, 12; Chorus, 11. 12; The Talon, 11, 12; Senior Ciass. Prom Committee, 12; Senior Class, Graduation Committee, 12. Phyllis Jeanne Hummer “Phyl” Transferred from Solanco High School. Quarryville, Pennsylvania, 12; F.T.. .. 12; Spanish Cluh, 12. Seniors Find James Jones 64 T • ” Jim Marion Joan Kassing “Marion” Junior Varsity Cheerleader, 11; Varsity Cheerleader, 12; Pep Club, 11. Bonnie Lee Kelly “Bonnie” S.C.A., homeroom representative, 11: F.T.A., treasurer, 11; The Talon, 11, 12; I.R.C., 11; F.N.A., 12; “Solid Gold Cadillac,” 12; Chorus, 12; The Current, 12; “Down in the Valley,” 12. Nicki Jane Kichinko “Nicki” Chorus, 11, 12; Junior Class, Prom Committee, 11; The Talon, 11, Class Editor, 12; The Current, 11, 12; Span¬ ish Club, President, 12; “Down in the Valley,” 12; Senior Class, Graduation Committee, 12; Senior Class, Activities Committee, 12; Newcomers’ Club, 12. Gerald King “Jerry” Lynn Paige King “Lee” Junior Class, Prom Committee, 11; Y.F.C., 11, 12; F.N.A., 12; “All My Sons,” 12; Senior Class, Last Will and Testament Committee, 12. il2 Thomas William King lorn Varsity Track, 11, 12; Varsity Foot¬ ball, 12. Judith Mary Kiselyk “Judy” I.R.C., Reporter, 11; German Club, President, 11; German Club, 12; Art Guild, 11; S.C.A., Homeroom Repre¬ sentative, 11; Senior Class Councilman, 12; “Solid Gold Cadillac”, 12. Earl Murray Kiseler “Earl” nf Wrath” “Tom Jones” Entertaining and Educational “What’s so fascinating about do-nuts?” Dave Francoise works the refreshment stand at the senior movie. Philip Nicholas Klein “Phil” Varsity Baseball, 11; Chess Cluh, 12. Katherine Elizabeth Knapp “Kathy” The Talon, 11; National Honor Society, 11, 12; I.R.C., 11; Keyettes, Corres- 4 )onding Secretary, 12; Latin Cluh, Treasurer, 11; Y.F.C., 11. 113 Bettie Carolyn Knight “Bettie” Varsity Basketball, 11; Junior Class, Councilman, 11; The Current, 12. Peter Kosak “Pete” Jill Patricia Kostyk “Jill” The Current, Circulation Editor, 11, 12; Junior Class, Treasurer, 11; Art Guild, Secretary, 11, 12; The Talon, 11; S.C.A. Homeroom Representative, 11; Junior Class, Prom Committee, 11; F.T.A., 12; Chorus, 12. Jo Ann Kovals “Jo” Chorus, 11; F.B.L.A., 12; V.O.T., 12. Barbara Ann Kumbar “Barbara” The Current, 11, 12; Advanced Chorus, 11, 12; “Carousel”, 12. Harvey Wesley Lawhorne “Wes” Varsity Football, 12; Varsity Track, 12. Richard Garland Lee “Richard” Band, 11, 12; Varsity Track, 11; Var¬ sity Football, 11. Catherine Louise Levay “Cathy” Junior Varsity Cheerleader, Captain, 11; Pep Club, 11; Junior Class, Prom Committee, 11; Drill Team, 12. 114 ( Joseph Levine “Joe” Nadine Barbara Levine “Nadine” The Talon, 11; F.N.A., Vice-President, 12 . Mai’sha Teresa Lewis “Teriy” Michelene Cedele Lewis “Mich” Transferred from Morga ntown High School, Morgantown, West Virginia; “Masquers’ Premiere,” Student Direc¬ tor, 11; The Erudite, 11; Masquers, Vice-President, 12; “Solid Gold Cadil¬ lac,” 12. Jerry Lee Little “Jerry” Spanish Club, 12; Track, 11. Michael Ludwig “Mike” Senior Class, Activities Committee, 12. Students Lead Active Life With Extracurricular Duties Cynthia Dianne Lund “Cindy” Transferred from Frankfurt, Germany, 11; Chorus, 11, 12; Spanish Club, 12. John Patrick McCallan “John” Mitchell Edward McCarus “Mitch” Varsity Football, 11; “Masquers’ Pre¬ miere,” 11; “Solid Gold Cadillac,” 12, “All My Sons,” 12, “Carousel,” 12. 115 Charles Rodney McClelland “Rod” “Masquers’ Premiere,” 11; Senior Class, Activities Committee, 12. Richard McCrady “Dick” Band, 11, President, 12; Varsity Foot¬ ball, 11, 12; Varsity Track, 11, 12; German Club, 11, 12; Varsity Club, 12. Robin Russell rehearses for the Hootenanny. Class Participation Boosts Success of Hootenanny Samuel Bruce McDowell “Bnice” Charles William McGirk “Bill” Band, 12. Bethel Monroe McPherson “Beth” Chorus, 11; Spanish Club, 12. 116 Maxwell Theodore Mandel “Max” Latin Club, 11; S.C.A., Cabinet Mem¬ ber, 12; The Current, 12. Sheldon Richard Mann “Sheldon” The Talon, School Life Editor, 11, 12; The Erudite, Circulation Editor, 11, 12; Debate, 11, 12; Senior Class, Treas¬ urer, 12; Key Club, Treasurer, 12; S.C.A., Homeroom Representative, 12. Andrew Jack Marche “Andy” Mary Frances Market “Mary” Transferred from St. Mary’s Academy, Alexandria, Virginia, 11. Jennifer Ann Mellion “Jen” The Current, 11, 12; The Erudite, 11, 12; F.T.A., 11, 12; Senior Class, Last Will and Prophecy Committee, 12. Richard Anthony Merritt “Lefty” Varsity Football, 11, 12; Varsity Bas¬ ketball, 11; Varsity Baseball, 11; Var¬ sity Track, 12; Varsity Club, 11, 12. Patricia Lee Meyen “Pat” The Current, 11, 12; The Erudite, 12; F.N.A., 11, 12; I.R.C., 11, 12; Senior Class, Business Committee, 12. Robert Edward Mittendorff “Boh” Varsity Football, 11, 12; Varsity Wres¬ tling, 11, 12; Varsity Track, 11; Var¬ sity Club, 11, 12; National Honor So¬ ciety, 11, 12; Key Club, President, 12; “Student of the Year” Award, 12; “It’s Academic”, 12. Linda I.ee Mizelle “Lynn” Y.F.C., Secretary, 11, 12. Lee McWhorter Curtis Madaris “Johnny” Wrestling, 12. 117 Raymond Moats “Mickey” Chorus, 11; D.E.C.A., Vice President, 12 . Daniel Maldenhaiier “Dan” Mimi Maria Moller “Mickey” Transferred from Milne H.S., Albany, N.Y. “Darling, you dance divinely.” Coring Shiver in the “Solid Gold Cadillac.” Nancy Caroll Moorhead “Nan” Charles Irvin Morris “Charles” Donald David March “Dave” Pamela Nagle “Pam” The Talon, Copy Editor, 11; National Honor Society, 11, 12; Keyettes, 11, 12; Advanced Chorus, 11, 12; S.C.A., Cabinet member, 11; AU State Chorus, 11, 12; S.C.A., Homeroom Representa¬ tive, 12; “Down in the Valley,” 12; “Solid Gold Cadillac,” 12; “Carousel,” 12; Masquers, 12. Claudia Jo Navarrette “Claudia” Transferred from Middletown High School, Middletown, Rhode Island, 12; Senior Class, Activities Committee, 12; Senior Class, Graduation Committee, 12; “All My Sons,” 12. Gary Robert Montunnas “Gary” M8 Cynthia Rae Neitzel “Cindy” Transferred from Balboa High School, Canal Zone, Panama, 11; The Erudite, 11, 12; “Masquers Premiere”, 11; Na¬ tional Honor Society, 12. David Lloyd Nelson “David” Patrick James Neri “Pat” Transferred from Gen. H. H. Arnold High School, Wiesbaden, Germany; Varsity Basketball 12. 1 1 Seniors Are Active in “Solid Gold Cadillac” Gary Nevitt Lary Varsity Baseball 11. Judith Lorraine Nevitt “Judy” Varsity Hockey—Co-captain 11, Var¬ sity Hockey 12; Varsity Basketball 11, 12; Varsity Softball 11, 12. Jeffery Newberger “Jeff” Jo Ann Newlon “Jo Ann” Marilyn Elizabeth Oppenheim “Marilyn” Art Guild, 12. Dianne Parnell “Diane” 119 Donna Sue Paschall “Donna” Junior Varsity Hockey Team 11; I.R.C. 11, 12; Yearbook Business Staff 11, 12 . Thomas Alexander Patrick “Pat” Junior Prom Committee 11; Senior Class, Activities Committee 12; “Solid Gold Cadillac 12. Linda Ann Pavlick “Li nda” Varsity Cheerleader 11, 12; Advanced Chorus 11, 12; Junior Council Repre¬ sentative 11; Senior Class Representa¬ tive 12; Keyettes 11, 12; National Honor Society 11, 12. Musically Inclined Seniors Perform in ‘Down in the Valley Stephen Pegler “Steve” John A. F. Perkins “Johnny” Activities Committee 12. Robert Perkins “Bob” Betty Piatt “Betty” Ray Pike “Ray” Dorothy Plaugher “Dot” 120 Richard E. Pkmkett “Rick” Charlie Potter “Charlie” Edison Chorale 11, 12. Ronald Lee Powell “Ron” Varsity Baseball 11, 12; Edison Chor¬ ale 11, 12; Senior Class, Activities Committee, 12; “Solid Gold Cadillac” 12 . Kenneth Randall “Kenny” Varsity Football 11; I.C.T. 12. Ron Powell, narrator of “Down In the Valley,” awaits his cue. John Wesley Raines “John” Varsity Football, 11, 12; Track, 11, 12; F.T.A., 11; Wrestling, 12. hoduction Rnhy Ann Price “Ruhy” John Wright Prohaska “Johnny” The Current, 11, 12; S.C.A., Homeroom Representative ll, i2; The Talon, 11, 12; “All My Sons” 12; “Carousel”, 12; Senior Class, Activities Committee Chairman, 12. 121 Richard James Raymo “Rickey” Merle Irene Reid “Merle” Transferred from Port Angeles, Wash¬ ington; National Honor Society, 12; F.T.A. 12; The Talon, 12. Michael Thomas Reid “Mike” Varsity Track, 11, 12; Varsity Foot¬ ball, 12. Class Trip to World s Fair Highlights Activities Eileen Reilly “Eileen” The Current, 11, 12; Chorus, 12. Sandra Renno “Sandy” Varsity Cheerleader, 11; Junior Class, councilman, 11; Advanced Chorus, 11; Girls Chorus, 12. Suzanne Alice Roberts “Sue” Junior Class, Councilman, 11; “Mas¬ quers’ Premiere,” 11. Betty Jean Robertson “Jeanie” Hedy Robinson “Hedy” Transferred from Knoxville Central High School, Knoxville, Tennessee, 12. Ricardo Rodriguez “Ricardo” Transferred from Ballou High School, Washington, D.C., 11; S.C.A., Presi¬ dent, 11, 12; “It’s Academic”, 11; The Current, Associate Editor, 11; Opti¬ mist Club, “Student of the Year”, 11; Virginia Boys State, 11; S.C.A. Dele¬ gate to Richmond, 11, 12; “Masquers Premiere”, 11; “All My Sons”, 12; “Solid Gold Cadillac”, 12; Faculty As¬ sembly Committee, 12; Booster Club Student Coordinating Committee, 12; “Voice of America” finalist, 12; “Car¬ ousel,” 12; National Honor Society, 11, 12; Key Club, 12; The Talon, 12; Vice Chairman of Y.W.C.A. County¬ wide Leadership Conference, 12; For¬ ensics, 11, 12. 122 Robert Howard Roe “Bob” Transferred from Francis C. Hammond High School, Alexandria, Virginia, 11; Marching Band, 11; Concert Band, 11. Harold Thomas Royall “Harold” Maria Carolyn Rozsa “Maria” The Talon, 11; S.C.A., Homeroom Rep¬ res entative, 11, 12; The Erudite, 11; “Masquers’ Premiere,” 11; Keyettes, 11, District Representative, 12; Senior Class, Secretary, 12; “Solid Gold Cadil¬ lac,” 12; “All My Sons,” 12; Masquers, 12; I.R.C., Secretary, 12. Rolnn Louise Russell “Robin” The Current, Editor-in-Chief, 11, 12; Junior Class, Vice President, 11; Sen¬ ior Class, Vice President, 12; Keyettes. 11, Parliamentarian, 12; National Honor Society, 11, 12; S.C.A., Delegate to Richmond, 11, Homeroom Repre¬ sentative, 12; All-State Chorus, 11, 12; Advanced Chorus, 11, 12; S.I.P.A. Con¬ vention Delegate, 11; The Erudite, 11; Varsity Softball, 11; “Student of the Year” Award, 12. Carol Marie Rutledge “Carol” Chorus, 11; Y.F.C., 11; Junior Class, Prom Committee, 11; D.E., 12. Marty Corso entertains study hall with “Mr Bluebird on my shoulder.” Maria Sanchez “Maria” Transferred from Francis C. Hammond High School, Alexandria, Virginia; D.E.C.A., 12. Stephen Michael Schaefer “Steve” Linda Ann Schilke “Linda” Transferred from Wakefield High School, Arlington, Virginia, 11; F.T.A., 11, President. 12; I.R.C., 11; The Current, 11, 12; S.C.A., Committee, 11; National Honor Society, 12; Spanish Club, 12. Joan Rhonwyr Schroeder “Joan” 123 124 “What do you mean I have a flat head?” asks Gary Sloppy as Dave Francoise measures him for cap and gown. Ellen Marie Seidel “Ellen” The Current, 11, 12; I.R.C., President, 11; “Masquers’ Premiere,” 11; Ger¬ man Club, 11, Secretary, 12; F.N.A., Parliamentarian, 11, 12; “Solid Gold Cadillac”, 12; Keyettes, 11, 12; Mas¬ quers, 12. Linda Arlene Seymour “Linda” Hugh Andrew Shaffer “Andy” Varsity Track, 11, 12; Varsity Club, 11, 12; German Club, 12; Forensics, 11. Patricia Michele Shankle “Pat” Drill Team, 12; Graduation Committee, Senior Class 12; F.T.A., 12. Harold Leslie Shapiro “Harold” National Honor Society, 12. William James Sharkey “William” I.R.C., 11, 12; Prom Committee, Junior Class, 11; Key Club, Vice President, 12; The Current, Sports Editor, 12 Nancv Anne Sherman “Nancy” The Current, 11, 12; The Talon, 11; Latin Club, 11; Varsity Hockey, 11; Pep Club, 11; Drill Team, 12; F.T.A.. 12; Activities and Graduation Commit¬ tees, Senior Class, 12. Loring Eugene Shiver “Loring” “Solid Gold Cadillac”, 12; “All My Sons”, 12; S.C.A., Reporter, 12; Grad¬ uation Committee, Senior Class, 12. I Dianne La Rue Simmons “Dianne” Transferred from Norview High School. Norfolk, Virginia; German Club, 11. 12; Prom committee, 11; F.T.A., 12; The Current. Marlene Purnell Simms “Marlene” Captain Varsity Cheerleaders, 11, 12: Vice President of International Rela¬ tions Club, 11; Homeroom Representa¬ tive, 11; Varsity Softball, 11; Keyettes. President, 11, 12; President of Na¬ tional Honor Society, 12. Margaret Ann Sinclair “Margie” Chorus, 11; Graduation Committee, 12. Graduates Receive Traditional Caps and Gowns John Robert Skillin “Jack” Varsity Club, 11, 12; Varsity Baseball. 11 , 12 . Gary George Sloppy “Gaiy” Homeroom Representative, 11. Darlene Evelyn Smith “Darlene” Chorus. 11; Business Committee Senior Class, 12. Lance Lee Smith “Lance” Leland Floyd Smith “Leland” The Current; Graduation Committee Senior Class. Marshall Randy Solomon “Marshall” Varsity Golf, 11, 12; Prom Committee, 11 . 125 Malcolm Steven Soroka “Malcolm” Senior Class, Activities Committee, 12. Joseph William Spooner “Joe” I.R.C., 11; Varsity Baseball, 11; The Talon, Boys’ Sports Editor, 12; “Solid Gold Cadillac,” 12; “All My Sons,” 12; “Carousel,” 12; The Current, 12; Mas¬ quers, 12; Key Club, 12. Sandra Stephens “Sandy” Transferred from Lakenheatli Senior High School, Lakenheatli, England, 12; V.O.T., 12. John Chandler Stewart “John” Band, 11, 12. Janet Marie St. John “Janet” Senior Class, Business Committee, 12; V.O.T., 12. Thomas Storer “Tom” Varsity Basketball, 11, 12; Varsity Qub, 11, 12. Jiiditli Mae Stratton “Judy” The Talon, Business Manager, 11, Or¬ ganizations Editor, 12; F.T.A., Secre¬ tary, 11; Advanced Chorus, 11, 12; Junior Class, Prom Committee, 11; Na¬ tional Honor Society, 11, 12; “Down in the Valley,” 12; “Carousel,” 12; Keyettes, 12; Senior Class, ' Gilt Com¬ mittee, Co-chairman, 12; Senior Class Graduation Committee, 12; All-State Chorus, 12. Sandra Sullivan “Sandy” Transferred from Forest Sherman High School, Naples, Italy, 11; Junior Var¬ sity Cheerleader, 11; Drill Team, 12. Marsha Anne Summerlin “Marsha” Varsity Field Hockey, 11, 12; Spanish Club, 12; S.C.A., Homeroom Repre¬ sentative, 12; Senior Class Committee, 12; “Carousel” 12. Carol Ann Sutherland “Carol” V.O.T. 12. Sandra Jean Sutton “Sandy” 126 11 . Sha ron Sue Swim “Sherry” Prom Committee 11; Yearbook, Justine Marie Tansey “Tina” Senior Activity Committee, 12. Barbara Jean Tatum “Barbara” Junior Prom Decorations Committee, 11; Drill Team, 12; “Solid Gold Cadil¬ lac”, “All My Sons”; The Talon, 12; Masquers, 12. Leah Tepper “Leah” Decorations for Prom, 11; Senior Activ¬ ity Committee, 12. Dawn Lee Thompson “Dawn” The Talon, 11; The Current 11; F.T.A., President, 11; Prom Decorations Com¬ mittee, 11; Drill Team, 12; Masquers, 12; “Carousel,” 12. Marilyn Patricia Thorn “Marilyn” Prom Committee, 11. Distinction of Being First Graduates Is Cherished by All Carol Leonore Tingley “Carol” Varsity Hockey, 11, 12; Varsity Bas¬ ketball, 11, 12; F.T.A., 11, 12; Na¬ tional Honor Society 12; Senior Coun¬ cil Representative, 12; Keyette, 11, 12. Nancy Gail Todd “Nancy” Co-Captain Majorettes, 11; Chorus, 11. Terrie Lynne Tolios “Terrie” Latin Club, 11; German Club, Vice President, 11, President, 12; The Cur¬ rent, 11, 12; “Student of the Year” Award, 11. 127 Barbara Ann Trowbridge “Barbara” Senior Class, Graduation Committee, 12. Carrie Ellen Tuohy “Carrie” Junior Class, Prom Committee, 11. Ralph Usry “Ralph” Chess Club, 12. Sandra Billie Vielhauer “Sandy” I.R.C., Secretary, 11; Junior Varsity Basketball, 11. Allen Michael Waggle “Allen” Michael Leigh Walker “Mike” Varsity Football, Co-captain, 11, Cap¬ tain, 12; Varsity Track, 11, 12; Var¬ sity Wrestling, 11; Varsity Club, 11, 12. Seniors Face the Future With Definite Goals Cheryl Lee Walter “Cheryl” Varsity Softball, 11, 12; The Talon, 11; Pep Club, 12; Varsity Basketball, 12; Senior Class, Publicity Committee, 12. William Albert Walter “Willie” The Current, 11; Art Guild, 12; Junior Class Prom Decoration Committee, 12. William Watson Walter “Billy” Varsity Football, Co-captain, 11; Var¬ sity Football, 12; Varsity Basketball, 11; Varsity Club, Vice President, 11; Varsity Club, 12. 128 Martha Ann Wiley “Martie” V.O.T., 12. Philip Harvey Webb, Jr. “Flip” Glenda Rae Weddle “Rae” Judith Anne Wenner “Judy” Transferred from Julienne High School, Dayton, Ohio, 12; F.B.L.A., 12. Agnes Louise White “Louise” Transferred from Francis C. Hammond High School, Alexandria, Virginia, 12; C.O.P., 12. Norma Marlene Wickline “Marlene” C.O.P., 12. Patti Marie Wilcox “Patti” The Current, Typing Editor, 11, 12; The Erudite, Typing Editor, 11, 12; The Talon, 12; F.N.A., Historian, 11, 12; German Club, 11, Historian, 12; S.C.A., Homeroom Representative, 12; Senior Class, Councilman, 12; Senior Class, Hospitality Committee, 12; Key- ettcs, 12; Newcomers’ Club Council, 12. “Quit shuffling and deal!” Students enjoy relaxing in the Senior lounge. 129 Stanley Hilbert Wilkerson “Stanley” Edward Charles Wilke, Jr. “Batch” D.E., 12; D.E.C.A., 12. Dick Bonney and Eleanor Gilliam proudly display the list of seniors that have been accepted early by colleges. Paul Stanley Williams, Jr. “Stan” Band, 11, 12; “Carousel,” 12. End Result of Tweh Betty Jane Wilson “Betty” Gerald William Wilson “Jerry” Varsity Football, 11; Varsity Baseball, 11 , 12 . Terance Harold Wilson “Terry” Varsity Track, 11, 12; Band, Treasurer, 11 , 12 . 130 Dale Eric Winstead “Dale” Chorale, 11, 12; “Down in the Valley”, 12; “Solid Gold Cadillac”; “Carousel”; Masquers. Norman Ronald Witman “Ronnie” Robin Louise Wood “Robin” News and Feature Editor, The Current, 11, 12; S.C.A., Secretary of publica¬ tions, 11, 12; National Honor Society, 11, 12; Keyettes, 11, 12. Roland David Young “Dave” Art Guild, 11, 12. Joseph Zombro “Joe” Martha Jean Zweig “Martha” Chorus, 12; “Down in the Valley”. 12 F.H.A. Club, 12. Years-Career or College Janet St. John and Joanne Kovals get information on a business career from Mr. Gianakaris, Guidance Director. I 131 FIRST: Carol Tin dev FIFTH: Claudia Navarrette TENTH: Robin Wood FOURTH: Arnie Baker SECOND: Barbara Bytell 132 FIFTH; Dave Francoise Spotlighting the Seniors And Judy Dellinger does her one better by going down backwards. Judy Adkins slides down the bannister . . . Eleanor Gilliam discusses cultural differences between the U.S. and Ecuador with foreign ex¬ change student Rosa Salazar. 134 Class of 1964 First Row: J. Adkins, D. Anderson, W. Athey, J. Banigan, P. Barrett, L. Baskin, P. Bayne, L. Beene, P. Belche, C. Boneta, J. Brawner, S. Brown, P. Burgess, S. Burho, B. By tell. Second Row: C. Chittum, K. Collins, S. Corey, I. L. Crist, E. Crithley, S. Cronin, S. Craushore, S. Cunningham, M. Daniel, B. Dean, J. Dellinger, M. Devers, C. Dodge, M. Emory, D. Ervin. Third Row: L. Faith, M. Francoise, L. Franke, C. Friday, S. Funk, E. Gilliam, E. Green, D. Grimes, B. Grogan, D. Grubb, P. Guth, A. Hailey, J. Halnon, B. Hardison, B. Hawes. Fourth Row: J. Hawkins, K. Hawkins, B. Hertig, P. Hill, D. Honeycutt, P. Hummer, E. Jones, M. Kassing, B. Kelly, N. Kichinko, L. King, J. Kiselyk, K. Knapp, B. Knight, J. Kostyk. Fifth Row: J. Kovals, B. Kum- bar, N. Levine, M. Lewis, M. Lewis, C. Lund, B. McPherson, B. Margolies, M. Market, J. Mellion, P. Meyen, L. Mizelle, P. Nagle, C. Naverrette, C. Neitzel. Sixth Row: J. Nevitt, J. A. Newlon, M. Oppenheim, D. Parnell, D. Paschall, L. Pavlick, D. Plaugher, M. Reid, E. Reilly, S. Renno, H. Robinson, M. Rozsa, R. Russell, L. Schilke, E. Seidel. Seventh Row: P. Shankle, N. Sherman, L. Sherwood, D. Simmons, M. Simms, M. Sinclair, P. Skidmore, D. Smith, S. Stephens, J. St. John, J. Stratton, S. Sullivan, M. Summerlin, S. Sutton, S. Swim. Eighth Row: J. Tansey, B. Tatum, D. Thompson, M. Thorn, C. Tingley, N. Todd, T. Tolios, M. Trail, B. Trowbridge, C. Walter, G. Weddle, J. Wenner, L. White, N. Wickline, R. Wood, M. Zweig. - A First Row: A. Adams, A. Allen, J. Anderson, N. Anderson, B. Atkinson, S. Baird, A. Baker, R. Baker, J. Barthlett, M. Bayliss, D. Beale, M. Becker, R. Bonney, J. Brindzig, J. Butler, B. Cicotelli. Second Row: B. Clemens, M. Corso, S. Cowan, C. Downs, T. Dyer, R. Engel, D. Enright, T. Faye, J. Flynn, D. Francoise, B. Franklin, W. George, G. Gorham, R. Gramm, G. Gregg. Third Row: R. Hall, R. Hamilton, R. Hamilton, R. Henderson, J. Hill, R. Hinojosa, R. Iroff, W. Jacobsen, P. James, W. Johnson, J. King, T. King, E. Kisler, P. Klein. Fourth Row: P. Kosak, C. Lacey, R. Lee, J. Little, M. Ludwig, F. Luy- anda, M. McCarus, R. McClelland, S. Mann, A. Marche, J. McClellan, R. Meritt. Fifth Row: B. Mittendorff, D. Moldenhaur, G. Montunnas, D. Murch, P. Neri, G. Nevitt, J. Newburger, P. Patrick, S. Pugler, J. Perkins, R. Pike, C. Potter, R. Powell, J. Prohaska, J. Raines. Sixth Row: R. Raymo, M. Reid, R. Rodriguez, S. Schaefer, A. Shaffer, H. Shapiro, W. Sharkey, L. Shiver, J. Skillin, G. Sloppy, L. Smith, M. Soloman, M. Soroka, L. Smith. Seventh Row: J. Stewart, T. Storer, R. Usry, A. Waggle, M. Walker, W. Walter, P. Webb, T. Wilkenson, S. Wilkerson, P. Williams, G. Wilson, T. Wilson, R. Young, J. Zombro. 135 Senior Superlatives BEST ALL-AROUND Arnie Baker Marlene Simms One of the many traditions established by the Class of ’64 was the choosing of Senior Superlatives. Each member of the class had a voice in both the nomination and elec tion of the boy and girl to fulfill the categories of Best All Around, Most Athletic, Most Talented, Most Studious, Most School-Spirited, and Friendliest. The pur¬ pose of the superlatives was to recognize those students who have proven themselves outstanding in a specific area. MOST SCHOOL SPIRITED Nicki Kichinko Coochie Downs MOST TALENTED Bob Clemens Dawn Thompson Rod McClelland 136 Senior Superlatives FRIENDLIEST Loring Shiver Marcy Devers MOST ATHLETIC Judy Nevitt Jerry Barthlett Jill Kostyk Mike Walker MOST STUDIOUS Dave Francoise Barbara Bytell SURPRISE inquiring . . . anticipation . . . . agitation . . . perseverance . . . accomplishment . . . hearing that you ve been chosen. 139 Steve Schardin and Toni Turner learn basic elements for being capable leaders in the Leadership Training Conference in McLean. S.C.A. HOMEROOM REPRESENTATIVES First Row: Jimmy Prohaska, Charlene Nash, Toni Turner, Danny Moore. Second Row: Pat Sorenski, Carolyn Cooley, Lynn King, Carol Boneta, Jan Sylvest. Third Row: Blaine Brim, Ken Mitten- dorff, Paul Hildebrand, Marsha Summerlin, Debbie Scott. Fourth Rotv: Erank Hubler, Linda Hertig, Patti Wilcox, Shel¬ don Mann, Arnold Baker, David Erancoise. S.C.A. Establishes Precedents With Semi-Formal Dances; The S.C.A. raises enthusiasm for AES program by sponsoring a foreign exchange as¬ sembly for the entire student body. As school closed in June, 1963, the Student Cooperative Association had completed its first successful year. The May election had provided a group of willing and eager students to carry on the activities of the S.C.A. Work continued during the summer, as plans were made to welcome thirty-one foreign students into the homes of Edison students. Secretary Gloria Batten worked diligently to contact all the necessary people. On July 15, 19C3, the bus bearing the international visitors was welcomed by all host families and interested students. While these stu¬ dents were at Edison, various activities were held, includ¬ ing a splash party. As the school year began, plans were formed for up¬ coming activities. A school flag was designed and presented to Mr. Robinson on September 15. The first student hand¬ book, The Edison Edict, was compiled and rushed to be printed in time for the beginning of school. Donations of¬ fered by students for the handbook went toward the pur¬ chase of football robes. Social events were not lacking in the plans that the S.C.A. had for the year. Two dances were the result of intense preparation. The first, the “Blue Caverns” dance, took place in October, with 350 people enjoying a fun- packed evening in a mysterious and eerie cave setting. One of the biggest social events was the first annual Christmas dance, “Winter Eantasy.” 140 First Row: Richard Pintuff, Maria Rozsa, Berry Cordone, Rhea Articuleer. Second Row: Pat Johnson, Pam Nagle, Jessee Ellder, Marsha Garrette, Judy Shepard. Third Row: Joyce Thompson, Jane Nemetz, Elice Gilbert, Valerie ] Iaura. Fourth Row: Carol Kite, fdizabeth Hixler, Kathie Simpson, Barbara Lewis, Lisa Pauli. Pat Butler. SPONSOR Mr. I.awler A.F.S. Chapter Makes Plans for Foreign Exchange Program Next Year Artie and Bill pitch in to help decorate for the “Winter Fantasy.” Hootenannies became the rage of the season. The S.C.A. was quick to profit from this fad as two WWDC hootenan¬ nies were planned. Over 1700 students from the entire area joined in making these the most successful S.C.A. events. Receipts of over $600 were earmarked for foreign exchange. Since the S.C.A. felt that foreign students would be of great benefit to the student body and the community, a chapter of the American Field Service was organized in January to make all preparations for the reception of a student. Edison High School is looking forward to welcom¬ ing its own foreign exchange student in August of 1964. The climax of the S.C.A.’s plans did not come until the beginning of May. The first S.C.A. carnival, whose prepara¬ tions, under the supervision of Maxwell Mandel, began in September, featured a multitude of booths, rides and games. Thousands of people from the entire area flocked to this activity for a day of fun and excitement. The S.C.A. year also included such miscellaneous activ¬ ities as fund drives for charitable organizations like the March of Dimes; conferences were attended and planned by the officers and committee members; newspaper re¬ ports publicized school events; and the name of Thomas A. Edison High School became known to the entire area. The Student Cooperative Association has again achieved its goals with efficiency and originality, but another excit¬ ing year lies ahead for the S.C.A. 141 S.C.A. Executive Branch Displays Outstanding Leadership S.C.A. OFFICERS Andy Shaffer, Parliamentarian; Russell Green, Treasurer; Gloria Batten, Secretary; Ricardo Rodriguez, President; Art Phelps, Vice President; Jim Hamblin, Reporter. Maxwell Mandell, chairman of the S.C.A. Carnival Committee, presents Skip Shankle the five dollars prize money for entering the winning name. La Fete. Ric gives fast-talking sales pitch to sell S.C.A. basketball booster pins to mem¬ bers of the Key Club. S.C.A. CABINET Robin Wood, Secretary of Publications; Carol Shewmaker, Secretary of Foreign Exchange; Eleanor Gilliam, Secretary of Activities Co-or-dination; Maxwell Mandell, Secretary of the Carnival; Judy Adkins, Secretary of Arts and Bulletins; Anny Busko, Secretary of Student Relations; Jim Moore, Secretary of Programs. EDITOR-IN-CHIEF COPY EDITOR Meredith Francoise Toni Turner Talon Editorial Board Meets Often to Co-ordinate Staffs SPONSOR Miss Shillingburg BUSINESS MANAGER Roland Gramm Eleanor and Joe chat with “Clyde”, The Talon’s Mas¬ cot. 143 The Talon Staff Members Spend Endless Hours in Order to SCHOOL LIFE ACADEMIC OFxGANIZATIONS Sheldon Mann Barbara By tell Judy Stratton BUSINESS STAFF Marilyn Payne, Donna Paschall, Bonnie Kelly, Eliece Gilbert, Ralph Mulner. Missing: Diane Honeycutt, Sally Mattern, assistant Business Manager. Few students who bought The Talon realize that a year¬ book is much more than a record of memories and events. To the creators of The Talon, a book of 200 pages means endless hours of work. Staff members often are required to make personal sacrifices to assure the successful production of a yearbook of which they can all be proud. The Talon means specific things to each staff. To the editor, the yearbook means the coordination of activities. To the business staff, the yearbook means obtaining ad¬ vertisements to aid finances. To the photographers, it pre¬ sents the goal of taking pictures characterized by origi¬ nality and quality. The yearbook typists spend hours typing copy. To the layout staff, a unique composition of pic¬ tures and words is of prime importance. To the copy editor, a yearbook means creation of original copy. To the Art Staff, the formation of the pages means careful thought and sketching. To the editors, the yearbook rep¬ resents interviewing, planning, and coordination with other staffs. Their time and effort and the help of the faculty, administration, and the student body produced a publica¬ tion to cherish for a lifetime. j Produce a Yearhooh of Which the Student Body Can Be Proud “Do we have to put football scores in the yearbook?” “Gosh, I wonder if we’ll ever finish.” CLASSES Nicki Kichinko SENIORS Eleanor Gilliam YEARBOOK STAFF First Row: Vicki Marsh, Judy Dellinger. Second Row: Nancye Giampapa, Sue Burho, Carol Shewmaker, Ellen Mennicke, Donna Ervin, Carol Boneta, Merle Reid, Claudia Navarette, Johnny Prohaska. 145 i I EDISON CURRENT EDITORIAL STAFF Seated: Robin Russell, Editor-in-Chief; Robin Wood, News and Feature Editor; Jill Kostyk, Circulation Editor; Betsy Grogan, Exchange Editor; Patti Wilcox, Typing Editor; Sue Cunningham, Copy and Rewrite Editor. Standing: Steve Schardin, Chief Photographer; Bill Sharkey, Sports Editor; Richard Bonney, Layout Editor. Robin Russell, Editor-in-Chief, asks Miss Duke, sponsor, for criticisms on the latest edition of the Edison Current. Richard Bonney studies headline sizes for lay- ing-out the next edition. EDISON CURRENT COP AND REWRITE STAFFS Linda Thieboldt, Barbara Kumbar, Ellen Seidel, Sue Seigworth, Gloria Batten. 146 The Edison Current enjoyed a successful year in which Ed¬ ison’s newspaper was ranked as second in the state of Vir¬ ginia at the Southern Interscholastic Press Associations (S.I.P.A.). Under the editorship of Robin Russell, the Current staffs started into the planning of another year of keeping the student body informed of school events and current topics of discussion. A journalism workshop, under the direction of News and Feature Editor, Robin Wood, was held to teach prospective reporters the key to writing excellent newspaper articles. In this way, the Current had a well-trained group of reporters. A subscription drive in co-ordination with the other publi¬ cations provided the 1,100 readers for informative stories and articles. Hootenannies, dances. Senior Class activities, sports news, and extemporaneous polls were only a part of the vast amount of news that the Current conveyed. Robin Russell’s editorials on such timely issues as club participation, petitions, and student behavior created much discussion. The Edison Current continues to represent the student body in its opinions and activities. The school and the community have been kept well-informed through the efforts of the Edison Current staff. Roland Gramm and Barb Hertig, Business Managers of The Talon and Edison Current respectively, are happy over the evident success of this year’s package deal. Edison Current Produces Many Thought-provoking Articles EDISON CURRENT REPORTERS Nancye Giampappa, Sue Burho, Linda Looney, Joy Brinkman, Larry Gaudrealt, Russell Green, Pat Johnson, Leland Smith, Linda Schilke, Maxwell Mandell. 147 The Erudite Offers More Gifted Edison Students an Outlt The Erudite, Edison’s literary magazine, was sold as part of the 1963-1964 Publications Package Deal and was distributed to over 600 students three times this year, in December, March, and June. The name of the magazine w ' as chosen by Editor-in-Chief Dave Francoise. The word “erudite” pertains to intellectuals gener¬ ally, but in reality is synonymous with “scholar.” The Erudite demonstrates students’ creativity and literary talents in fields of poetry, essays, and the short story. The magazine is approxi¬ mately twenty to thirty pages in length, and contains student art work accompanying many of the poems and short stories. The Erudite staff is divided into six individual groups: ma¬ terial, layout, art, typing, circulation, and business. The ma¬ terial staff collects reviews, discusses, and evaluates all contribu¬ tions to The Erudite and is responsible for choosing the mate¬ rial to be published. The layout staff works in cooperation with the art staff in arranging all the edited material and the cor¬ responding art work in a pleasing and arresting pattern. Typing and proofreading the material to be printed are the initial re¬ sponsibilities of the typing staff. In addition, they must check all materials to ensure that no mistakes exist in the draft. The circulation staff plans the method of circulation which makes certain that the magazine is distributed to the proper subscribers. Finally, the business staff has the responsibilities of both keeping The Erudite’s records in smooth and correct order and of soliciting patrons for the magazine from among the teachers and parents of the students at Edison. The Erudite exemplifies the fine potential talent that exists among the Edison students and reflects their thoughts and emo¬ tions through their writing. The surprising depth of much of the material indicates that there are many alert and mature minds at Edison High. ERUDITE STAFF Standing: Gordon Gregg, Miss Duke, sponsor, Gloria Batten. Seated: Ruth Ann Foster, Ronnie Hall, Carol Shewmaker, Julie Hymen. Hor Their Literary Talents, as Enthusiasm is Prevalent LITERARY MAGAZINE EDITORIAL STAFF Insert: Dave Francoise, Editor-in-Chief. On Stairs: Toni Turner, Material Editor; Judy Adkins, Art Editor; Sheldon Mann, Circulation Editor; Meredith Francoise, Layout Editor; Patti Wilcox, Typing Editor; Roland Gramm, Business Editor. 149 Steve Cowan shows Honor Society members wliere to sign up for one of the many trips to the Library of Congress. Recognition of outstanding performance in high school is an essential part of a student’s educational growth. The National Honor Society offers this recognition to deserving students. The Society is composed of a relatively small group of students who have shown excellence in four specific areas: character, service, leadership, and scholarship. The Society offers valuable service to its members and to the school. Early this year a tutoring service was estab¬ lished. There were also several trips to the Library of Congress. National Honor Society holds impressive fall induction ceremony. N.H.S. OFFICERS First Row: Carol Tingley, Corres¬ ponding Secretary; Eleanor Gilliam, Recording Secretary; Marlene Simms, President. Second Row: Dave Francoise, Treasurer; Kathie Hawkins, Historian; Steve Cowan, Vice President. N.H.S. Sponsors Tutoring and Trips to Library of Congress NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY First Row: Barbara Bytell, Kathie Hawkins, Nancye Giampapa, Pam Nagle, Marlene Simms, Carol Gelling, Janet Mar¬ shall. Second Row: Miss Patterson, sponsor, Linda Pavlick, Eleanor Gilliam, Carol Tingley, Kathy Knapp, Merle Reid, Judy Stratton, Judi Hawkins, Robin Wood, Linda Schilke. Third Rotv: Bob Mittendorff, Harold Shapiro, Steve Cowan, Paul Hildebrand, Arnold Baker, Marcy Devers, Dave Francoise, Missing: Ricardo Rodriguez, Robin Russell, Jim Moore. 150 Masquers Instill Appreciation of Theatrical Arts at Edison Debbie Scott lights candle at a solemn moment for the Masquers at the induction ceremony. “To develop students as individuals, vocally, physically, emotionally, and culturally; to train both audience and stu¬ dents to appreciate the living theatre; to present plays that picture all phases of life and dramatic literature; to approach perfection in its own realm; to encourage creative work in every phase of the dramatic arts, to add stature to theatre in general and to the high school in particular.” With these objectives, the Masquers Theatre Honorary has selected members from those who worked for the development of the theatre at Edison. A total of sixty points earned for work in various phases of the drama department’s annual pro¬ ductions entitles a student to membership. Under the sponsor¬ ship of Mrs. Greenlee, three plays were produced this year. Fast-moving comedy was presented in “Solid Gold Cadillac,” high drama in Arthur Miller’s “All My Sons,” and a superb musical, “Carousel,” was the highlight of the year. CHARTER MEMBERS First Row: Phil Franklin, Meredith Francoise, Ricardo Rodri¬ guez. Second Row: C. C. Quinn, Toni Turner, Sue Burho, Barbara Hertig. Third Row: Mrs. Greenlee, sponsor, Jane Nemetz, Dawn Thompson, Paul Hildebrand, Debbie Scott, Carol Shewmaker. Missing: Michelene Lewis, Kathy Keller. MASQUERS OFFICERS Dawn Thompson, Secretary; Carol Shewmaker, President; Meredith Francoise, Treasurer; C. C. Quinn, Social Director. Missing: Michelene Lewis, Vice President. MASQUERS First Row: Carol Gelling, Dawn Thompson. Second Row: Meredith Francoise, Jane Nemetz, Cindy Neitzel, Sue Burho, Debbie Scott, Barbara Hertig. Third Row: Phil Franklin, Carol Shewmaker, C. C. Quinn, Barbara Harvey, Linda Murray, Pat Johnson, Linda Looney, Jim Moore, Toni Turner, Ricardo Rodriguez. Fourth Row: Joe Spooner, Mrs. Greenlee, sponsor; Barbara Tatum, Roland Gramm, Paul Hildebrand, Ellen Seidel, Art Phelps, Sheldon Mann. KEYETTE CLUB OFFICERS First Row: Maria Rozsa, District Representative; Marlene Simms, President; Nancye Giampapa, Vice President. Second Roiv: Sue Cunningham, Re¬ cording Secretary; Marcy Devers, Chaplain; Carol Shewmaker, District Representative; Diane Corso, Sophomore Representative. Third Row: Katherine Knapp, Corresponding Sec¬ retary; Kathie Hawkins, Treasurer; Robin Russell, Parliamentarian; Carol Tingley, Senior Representative. The Keyette Club, an honorary girls’ service group, is dedicated to the improvement of its school and community. Under the excellent leadership of their sponsor, Mrs. Rosen- wasser, the girls strive toward these goals through the completion of service projects. These included obtaining shoes and making stuffed an¬ imals for needy children in the area. One week a month, each girl gave up a part of her lunch period to serve as an administrative aide. A joint Keyette-Key Club car wash proved to be a successful undertaking. The Keyette Club is now recognized in both school and community as a re¬ liable and responsible group. Keyette Charter members make plans for the coming year. Seated: Meredith Francoise, Robin Russell, Kathie Hawk¬ ins, Maria Rozsa, Ellen Seidel, Sue Cunningham. Standirig: Pam Nagle, Robin Wood, Marlene Simms, Judi Hawkins, Linda Pavlick. Keyettes Work Enthusiastically to Improve School and Community KEYETTE CLUB First Row: Pam Nagle, Maria Rozsa, Marlene Simms, Mondie Bullock, Sandi Hewitt. Second Row: Mrs. Rosen- wasser, sponsor, Anthea Hailey, Linda Pavlick, Pris Rozsa, Dianne Corso, Barbara Hertig. Third Row: Meredith Francoise, Judy Adkins, Judy Nevitt, Janet Marshall, Carol Shewmaker. Fourth Row: Carol Gelling, Nancye Giampapa, Sue Cunningham, Judy Stratton. Fifth Row: Joy Brinkman, Susan Tingley, Linda Looney, Katherine Knapp. Sixth Row: Patti Wilcox, Kathie Hawkins, Carol Tingley, Marcy Devers. Seventh Row: Robin Russell, Ellen Seidel, Gloria Batten, Barbara Harvey. !52 I Key Club Members Hear Political Lectures; Attend Convention KEY CLUB First Row: Bob Mittendorff, Johnny Prohaska, Jim Moore, Doug Butler, Richard Leffingwell, Bob Backstrom. Second Row: Mr. Weatherly, Kiwanis Club representative, Richard Bonney, Keith Rodney, Brian Hawley, Jimmy Soper. Third Row: Tom Faye, William Sharkey, Ricardo Rodriguez, Arnold Baker. Fourth Row: Joe Spooner, Ken Guard, David Francoise, Andy Shaffer. Fifth Roiv: Ken Mittendorff, Sheldon Mann, Mr. MacCaffray, sponsor, Russell Green. One of Edison’s newer clubs is the Key Club, composed of hoys selected for qualities of leadership, scholastic performance, and school participa¬ tion. The club conducted bottle ' drives and a car wash. Members cooperated with the S.C.A. to decorate for school dances. They sponsored clean-up drives on the schoolgrounds, parked cars at games, aided Falls Church’s cerebral palsy unit, and assisted the Booster Club’s “Lights for Edison” drive. In December, a charter in Key Club International was granted to the Edison chapter. A dinner was held to celebrate the event. Key and Keyette Club members double their efforts while washing Miss Zeigler’s car at the joint car wash, held during the teachers’ work day. KEY CLUB OFFICERS First Row: Robert Mittendorff, President; Thomas Faye, Recording Secretary; Sheldon Mann, Treasurer. Sec¬ ond Row: William Sharkey, Vice President; David Francoise, Cor¬ responding Secretary; Andy Shaffer, Parliamentarian. 153 Varsity Club Raises Personal and Group Standards of Athletes VARSITY CLUB First Roiv: Steve Bray, Mark Barbero, Hoppy Campbell, Walter Berg, Mike Walker. Second Row: Melvin Greene, Jack Skillin, Billy Gainer, Ken Wine, Bob Noel, Bob McLaughlin. Third Row: Richard Henderson, Robert Mittendorff, Richard Leffingwell, Eric Spink, Howard Gorham. Fourth Row: Gene Gorham, Dick McCrady, Richard Jacobs, Greg Butler, Mike Harris, Bill Walters, Andy Shaffer. Sixth Roiv: Steve Cowan, Mike Bayliss, A1 Moll. Keith Rodney. Seventh Row: Rick Merritt, Danny Jenkins. Edison ' s Varsity‘Club is composed of athletes who have lettered in any of the five major sports. It was organized under the leadership of Coach Propps, with Eric Spink taking the role of President. During the Christmas season the club’s big project was the food drive for the .Salvation Army. The prime objective is to bring Edison’s athletes closer together and to keep personal and group standards high. Varsity Club Officers bombard Judy Dellinger with snow¬ balls. Jack Skillin, Treasurer; Andy Shaffer, Vice Presi¬ dent; Hoppy Campbell, Parliamentarian; Eric Spink, Sec¬ retary; Keith Rodney, President. Three Varsity Club Members, A1 Moll, Jerry Wilson, and Mike Walker, do some “Monday morning quarterbacking” before homeroom. PEP CLUB OFFICERS Mondie Bullock, Historian; Shelia Kilby, President; Diane Cundiff, Secretary; Marsha Wray, Vice President. I Working in association with the Boosters Club is the active Pep Club. Linder the sponsorship of Miss Snyder and Mr. Hensley, the vivacious officers have led this group in its activities. The Pep Clul) has been quite successful in its attempts to improve school spirit. The Pep Club had cheering sections at both football and basketball games, and Edison supporters could he seen wearing the club’s booster tags and buttons. The Pep Club sponsored car washes, hake sales, and the Student Directory. Well Organized Pep Club Spreads Spirit Throughout Edison PEP CLUB First Row: G. Bray, N. Hughes, C. Jackson, S. Furr, J. Lund, M. Wray, D. Cundiff, S. Kilby, M. Bullock, C. McCarus, K. Jencks, J. Waggle, J. Elder, V. Wright. Second Row: K. Kalinowsky, M. Simms, S. Hewitt, J. Hawkins, P. Baldwin, L. Rogers, L. Olson, S. Foster, L. Williams, S. Keener, E. DeWitt, J. Thompson, P. Harrington, L. Napier, B. Laughon, C. Marche. Third Row: J. Casey, C. Breedlove, B. Coffey, L. Rhodes, S. Clark, S. Lokey, S. French, N. Shoaff, M. Garrett, J. Hook, M. Hamilton, S. Savage, L. Atkinson, B. Byrd, J. Sylvest, S. Allsbrook. Fourth Row: K. Hoyt, A. Komorski, S. Gordon, J. Wilcox, B. Mullens, C. Walter, B. Rush, D. Jenkins, P. Jones, V. Rankin, B. Hurely, K. Orr, C. Billeb, R. Jones, C. Rutherford, L. Pratt, P. Collins, B. Brinson. Fifth Row: L. Laughery, M. Tabor, B. McCollough, J. Wright, L. Raskin, J. Neidermeyer, V. Byrd, K. Jacobson, M. Gardener, B. Rush, A. Capps, T. Sigel, J. Johnson, L. Thiebolt, L. Rosenwasser, K. Phillips, C. Pratt, F. Jennings. 155 Mixed Choruses gather outside Senate Office Building after their performance in the Senate Rotunda. “Now think wonderful thoughts, and you can fly!!” “The Last Farewell,” Bryan Miller and Pam Na¬ gle in Down In The Valley. Choral Department Is a Group “Working in Perfect Harmony TREBLE CHOIR First Row: Gloria Meade, Bette Thomas, Sandra Lokey, Betsy Lane, Joan Short, Beverly Fox, Bonnie Kelly, Pat Barrett, Nicki Kichinko. Second Row: Barbara Leone, Sandra Renno, Martha Zweig, Gloria Williamson, Patricia Goad, Peggy Annis, Wilma Orange, Sue Harlow. Third Row: Mickey Moller, Eileen Reilly, Jill Kostyk, Annabelle Russell, Leslie Marsh, Bonnie Beatty, Mary Ellen Walter, Rena Jones. 156 Edison’s Choral department can well be described as a group “working in perfect harmony.” Under the direction of Doyle C. Catlett, the four choruses, Girls Chorus, The Treble Choir, Mixed Chorus, and the Edison Chorale, re¬ ceived excellent musical instruction as well as participating in many extracurricular programs. A few of the most memorable events of the year were the Eall Concert, the Christmas Program, the Choral Fes¬ tival, the Spring Concert, and an operetta, “Down in the Valley.” Just before Christmas they had the honor of per¬ forming for the senate in the Capitol rotunda. Selected members of the Chorus were chosen to partici¬ pate in the All-State Qiorus Competition. Several outstand¬ ing students participated in the National Symphony Con¬ cert, and those who sought improvement attended County- Choral Clinic. FRESHMAN GIRLS’ CHORUS First Roiv: R. Livengood, J. Marshall, C. Watkins, L. Backstrom, R. Rufalari, M. Glass, A. Komoroski, L. Hertig, B. Carey, S. Harte, M. Bailey, V. Lloyd. Second Row: L. Berg, K. Phillips, G. Hanshorough, C. Jackson, C. Cole, D. Price, E. Boneta, L. McGuire, L. Rose, M. Weicenhurg, S. Peverill, P. Neal, D. Clary. Third Row: J. Lund, S. Shaw, B. Stephens, D. Donaldson, V. Lungl- hofer, J. Eddy, D. Dillard, K. Drewry, B. Fowler, M. Campbell, A. Perkins, C. Gorham, M. Schalback. Fourth Row: D. Hibbs, D. Spink, B. Hurley, D. Smith, L. Ward, E. Hunt. MIXED CHORUS First Row: C. Obusek, D. Rizzo, L. Light, S. Smith, F. Jennings, L. Sturgill, B. Gainer, B. Goll, D. Kidd, J. Goode, M. Meyen, A. Lisi, J. Mims, B. Hawes, L. Welch. Second Row: R. Bible, P. Haney, C. Moore, K. Fones, S. Craghead, C. James, B. Harris, R. Hinojosa, L. Donahue, E. Osier, C. Shaffer, L. Mandello, G. Hand, D. Hess, C. Firkins. Third Row: J. A. Casey, D. Graves, M. Lewis, T. Turner, B. Cash, S. Tingley, A. Green, B. Back- stroni, D. Greenwalt, A. Welch, T. Brinkley, P. Forehand, E. Mennicke, C. Shewmaker. Fourth Row: J. Bliss, L. Pauli, L. Buchanan, C. Breedlove, L. Bur¬ rows, G. Jaynes, J. York, H. Trullender, R. Pike, W. Sanders, J. Dickey, E. Haywood, S. Pearson, J. Peyton, M. Summerlin, L. Morton, accompanist; L. Baskin. 157 Band and Choruses Work Jointly on Christmas Program, ALL-STATE CHORUS Seated: Kathie Hawkins. Standing: Pam Nagle, Charles Potter, Robin Russell, Alan Welch, Bryan Miller, Judy Stratton. Missing: Donnie Kidd, Walter Sanders. CHORAL DIRECTOR Mr. Catlett “Then I’ll kiss her so she’ll know.” Practice for Carousel, presented in April, began over three months before the performance. Bob Andrews and Bob Clemens practice for their duet in the Christmas assembly. EDISON CHORALE First Row: Pam Nagle, Barbara Hertig, Bob Andrews, Bob Clemens, Pam Nagle, Nancy Bayer, Linda Pavelick, Margie Daniel. Second Row: Sandi Martin, Cindy Lundy, Nancye Gianpapa, Dale Winstead, Paul Hildebrand, Ken Bernst, Judy Stratton, Dawn Thompson. Third Row: Barbara Kumbar, Milton Becker, Wayne Lockwood, Patrick Burks, Charles Potter, Robin Russell, Kathie Hawkins. 158 Qraduation, and Carousel Band and Chorus complemented each other in many programs. Separate fall concerts were presented, hut on Christmas they combined their talents for an outstanding performance of carols and other traditional Christmas music, with the “Hallelujah Qiorus” as the grand finale. The Band and Chorus concluded the year’s well-rounded program by performing at the Baccalaureate and Gradu¬ ation. However, the highlight of the year was the production of a superb musical, “Carousel,” performed in cooperation with the drama department. It was a great challenge, re¬ quiring great amounts of time, hard work, and talent. The tremendous reception of this production left a final note of success for the Music department. Northern Virginia’s outstanding band members participate in All-State Band held at Edison. BRASS CHOIR First Row: Boh Langford, Keith Rodney, Cliff Burnett, Dale Burnell. Second Row: Bruce Rainwater, Tom Adams, Bud Hale, Dick McCrady. Third Row: Dick Bonney, John Flahive, Bob Kahn, Bob Roe. BAND DIRECTOR Mr. Duman CONCERT BAND Front Row: J. Stewart, J. Drifmeyer, D. Shepp, R. Miles, M. Thompson, D. Miller, J. Simpson, A. Monson, D. Boucher. Second Row: R. Cash, C. Dawson, D. Rouse, P. Williams, G. Fulmer, B. Pilkington, J. Popelarski, J. Boyle, D. Beale, D. Blight, R. Baker, B. Cooley, J. Hill, L. Savage. Third Row: P. Bayne, S. Sexton, P. Boucher, T. Wilson, D. Burnell, C. Burnett, A. Pardue, B. McGirk, B. Langford, B. Hales, D. McCrady, B. Rainwater, J. Plaugher, L. Tornese, B. Kahn, D. Bonney, J. Flahive, B. Roe. Fourth Row: R. Lee, T. Adams, B. Keltic, B. Ramsey, R. Tilley. Standing: R. Bacon, M. Tabor, C. Morton, K. Lowe, F. Machnick. Missing: R. Lunglhofer, J. Crist, K. Rodney, D. Lisi, D. Mayer. 159 Proclaimed the Best Musical Organization in Maryland 4||B| Mr. Duman leads a sectional rehearsal for the clarinet section after school. Edison’s band, under the direction of Geroge Duman. received two trophies for their performance in the Amer¬ ican Automobile Association Parade, was proclaimed the best musical organization in the area, and placed first in the Labor Day Parade. Well known to the student body is the Concert Band, which participated in many school and county programs, which demonstrated their skill and versatility. The Reserve Band, composed of those who lacked the experience necessary for the Concert Band, is taught basic skills, and by the close of the year, each menrber has be¬ come an efficient musician. Volunteer members from these bands formed the Edison Marching Band, which performed outstanding half-time shows at the football games. Also present at many school events was the Pep Band. BAND OFFICERS Terry Wilson, Treasurer; Bill Pilkington, Uniform Manager; Anita Monson, Librarian; Dick McCrady, President; Denise Boucher, Secretary; Richard Bon- ney. Vice President. RESERVE BAND First Row: J. Crist, G. Comeau, C. Dickerson, D. Ando, S. Liner, S. Merica. Second Row: B. Robinson, B. Judy, J. Freemon, B. Street, S. Mikesell, R. Emerson, W. Parker, C. Moran. Third Row: M. Beasley, D. Miller, W. Woo, G. King, W. Rhein, B. Sutton, J. Harlan. Standing: J. Turner, G. Bacon, K. Smith. Missing: B. Phelps. Mr. Duman is always extra willing to help the “gals” with their part in the Reserve Band. 160 District of Columbia Area, Band Has Successful Year i! I MARCHING BAND First Row: J. Flahive, B. Kahn, B. Hales, B. Roe, S. Mikesell, L. Tornese, D. Bon- ney. Second Row: B. Cooley, B. Baker, J. Freemon, D. Blight, B. Street, J. Hill, L. Savage. Third Row: D. Burnell, C. Burnett, A. Pardue, B. McGirk, B. Phelps, M. Beasley, D. Miller. Fourth Row: B. Lang¬ ford, B. Keltie, H. Judy, R. Lee, J. Plaugher, B. Conroy, W. Woo. Fifth Row: M. Tabor, K. Smith, C. Mor¬ ton, G. Bacon, M. Thompson, K. Lowe, F. Machnik. Sixth Row: C. Moran, D. Lisi, R. Miles, R. Tilley. A. Monson, P. Bayne, B. Ramsey. Seventh Row: D. Shepp, B. Rainwather, B. Sutton, J. Stewart, W. Rhein, T. Adams, J. Drifmeyer. Eighth Row: C. Dawson, P. Boucher, R. Cash, B. Pilkington, J. Boyle, S. Sexton, P. Williams. Ninth Roiv: D. Boucher, D. Miller, J. Simpson, T. Wilson, D. Beale, D. Rouse, C. Dickerson. Tenth Row: R. Emerson, J. Crist, J. Popelarski, G. Fulmer, D. McCrady. Missing: R. Lunglhofer. Pep Band gives freely of its time to help promote school spirit. Marching Band demonstrates marchinc before proud Edison fans. ability by forming the “Big E AX DRILL TEAM First Row: B. Leone, J. Anderson. Second Row: D. Ervin, P. Shankle, D. Anderson, L. Franke, S. Sullivan, D. Thompson, C. Levay, N. Sherman, B. Tatum. Third Row: J. Hurley, C. Shewmaker, S. Moore, S. Summerlin, S. Kencitski, D. Scott, L. Buchanan, D. Cummings, L. Sheppard. Fourth Row: C. Gelling, P. Forehand, C. Firkins, B. Curry, L. Murray, P. Haney, J. A. Erwin, A. Barnes, P. Lowry. Fifth Row: K. Andros, P. Butler, R. Bowling, A. Swink, C. Simmons, C. Sheffield, K. Warner, J. Leone. Drill Team Precision Adds to Game Half-time Show “About-face 2-3-4 ... !” called Joelle Andersen as Edison’s first drill team began a session of summer practices. The girls, numbering forty, were chosen for their coordination and ability at the close of the last school year. They are under the direction of the Music Department, and Drum Major, Roger Bacon. Tlie girls “about-faced,” and “right-faced,” the entire summer, and were in fine marching order for the first home football game. They set a striking scene in their red and white uniforms, and proved to be quite an asset to the entire sports program. Al¬ though organized to perform only at football games, the Drill Team continued to entertain at two basketball games. Drill team demonstrates ability at pep rally for underclassmen before one of Edison’s games. Trophies, A wards, Recognition Adorn Majorettes in Second Year With hard work, the thirteen majorettes twirled to fame. Practice was made perfect by combining the skill of the girls; the leadership of Gail Jaynes, and the teaching talents of her sister. The group had a busy year, starting with marching in all the games, and ending the year by marching in the Cherry Blossom Parade. Shortly after Thanks¬ giving, they performed at the Turkey Bowl in Maryland, capturing the first place honors for the school. Several times during the year they performed in firemen’s parades for the Franconia and Penn Daw Firehouses. Majorettes perform “Sugar Shack” routine at Edison’s last basketball game with Mt. Vernon. HEAD MAJORETTE Gail Jaynes MAJORETTES First Row: Patsy Davidson, Kay Griffith, Jeanette Bennett, Janet Marshall, Donna Hess. Second Row: Linda Sturgill, Sue Cronin, Janis Nichols, Jean Bannigan, Maureen Fogarty, Jamie Meeks. 163 FTA, FHA, FNA Prepare Edison Students for Choser Barbara Harvey, Historian; Georgia Hand, Treasurer; Gloria Batten, Parliamentarian; Linda Schilke, President. Missing: Dawn Thompson, Secretary; Janet Marshall, Vice President. As long as the Future Teachers of America are at work, education in America is in good hands. Membership in this organization is open to all students interested in the pro¬ fession of teaching. Sponsored by Miss Smith and Mrs. Turner, the members rendered many services to the school, besides maintaining an active social club. They visited Madison College in Har¬ risonburg, Virginia, and this fall sent two representatives to the state F.T.A. Convention, held annually in Richmond. The F.T.A. was especially active during National Educa¬ tion Week. Besides giving a tea for the faculty, each mem¬ ber gave them extra help. Throughout the entire year, F.T.A. members were available to all teachers who wished assistance. They rendered such helpful services as grading papers, recording grades and doing filing and typing jobs for the teachers, all of which provided excellent preparation for their future careers in the teaching profession. Elizabeth Bixler, Beverly Baker, Eliece Silbert, Linda Sbilke, Diane Simmons, Miss Smith, sponsor. Second Row: Marsha Mar¬ row, Kim Smith, Linda Lavney, Barb Canley, Ralph Mulner, Gloria Batten, Sanda Kemsley. 1 Anny Busko, Vice President; Joan Economides, Historian; Millie Nuckols, President; Linda George, Corresponding Secretary; Pat Bayne, Parliamen¬ tarian. Study Hall students admire American Education Week sign displayed in front of Edison by the F.T.A. 64 Careers Through Appropriate Programs and Activities Future Nurses of America is an organization open to all girls who are interested in a career in the nursing profes¬ sion. The organization is sponsored by Miss Gallager and Miss Smith. Since their organization last year, the Future Nurses have not only broadened their scope of activities, but also their range of interests. This year the officers attended a tea held at the new Wash¬ ington Hospital Center. There they heard an interesting speech given by a member of the High School Nurses Aid Program, and exchanged ideas with other area high school students. At their meetings the girls enjoyed panel discussions and heard lectures by speakers from the Vocational Depart¬ ment. An area Public Health Nurse spoke to the girls and they visited the nursing school at the New Alexandria Hospital. F.N.A. First Row: Diana Sparks, Donna De Angelis, Marlese Martin, Joan Econo- medes. Second Row: Carol Knapp, Anabelle Russel, Kathy Fones, Diane Guindon, Anna Lisi Lorey. Third Row: Ellen Seidel, Diane Grimes, Sue Lurdy, Kathy Simpson. F.N.A. officers prepare for T.B. tests in clinic. Several Home Economics students organized the Future Homemakers of America. They held their first meeting on November 6, under the advisorship of Miss Hen¬ derson, and in December they received their National Charter. Every girl enjoys social functions, and F.H.A. hopes to provide many of these. The girls plan teas and parties which are open to members and other interested students. These girls are concentrating their skills and talents into building better homes of the future. F.H.A. First Row: Pat Bayne, Anni Busko, Millie Nuckols, Linda George, Joan Economides. Second Row: Jeri Nedlemyer, Pat Heath, Virginia Wade, Linda Whitley, Linda Looney, Patty George, Helen Barnum. 165 By Studying Lives, Histories, Habits and Cultures of GERMAN CLUB First Roiv: Mrs. Pauli, Sponsor; Kim Smith, Linda Looney, Betsey Lane, Terrie Tolios, Patti Wilcox. Second Row: Mike Schear, Elizabeth Bixley, Judi Kiselyk, Ellen Seidel, Lisa Pauli, Tom Burkhardt. Third Row: Joe Smith, Blaine Brim, Larry Martin, Bob Morris, Phil Franklin. GERMAN CLUB OFFICERS Joe Smith, Treasurer; Patti Wilcox, Historian; Ellen Seidel, Secretary; Terri Tolios, President; Linda Looney, Vice President. Jointly sponsored by Mr. Hinton and Mrs. Lewis, the Spanish Club enjoyed investigating Spanish customs. At a Christmas party, the club observed the custom of “break¬ ing the Pinata.” The club was invited by the Groveton chapter to attend a program at the Pan American Union in Washington, D.C. A dinner at Arnold’s Hofbrau and arranging to see “The Wall” were only a few of the many activities of the lively German Club, under the leadership of sponsor Mrs. Pauli. At the close of the year a farewell party was given for the departing German Club Seniors. Though small in relation to other clubs, Edison’s Latin Club has big plans for its size. The major project for this year was the production of a play written by one of its members, Kathy Knapp. Under the sponsorship of Mrs. Pauli, production of “The Die is Cast” was a successful presentation. Latin Club rehearses for play presented to promote membership for the club. 166 o ountries, Spanish, German, and Latin Clubs Improve Knowledge of People SPANISH CLUB First Rotv: Ken Maura, Nicki Kichinko, Judy Dellinger, Sue Cronin. Sec- SPANISH CLUB OFFICERS Nicki Kichinko, Pres- ond Row: Gloria Meade, Linda Schilke, Phyllis Hummer, Bonita Margolios, Carol Boneta, ident; Ken Maura, Vice President; Judy Dellinger, Eileen Boneta. Secretary. LATIN CLUB First Row: Donna Massey, Annabelle Russell, Diane Guidon, Teri Dil¬ lon. Second Row: Bryan Miller, Bob Pratt, Mike Wiegard, Mrs. Pauli, sponsor. Spanish Club enjoys “the pause that refreshes” at their Christmas party. 167 International Relations Club Focuses Attention on the World Art Guild Members Print and Sell Christmas Cards With membership open to all art enthusiasts, the Art Guild of Edison High seeks to further knowledge of and create interest in art while serving the school. The silk screen printing process was introduced this year by the Guild’s sponsor, Mr. Wisniewski. In the fall a trip was taken to New York City to visit various museums and other places of artistic interest. The group also journeyed to Richmond in the spring to visit the Museum of Modern Art. Also at Christmas, activities included the designing and selling of Christmas cards. Art Guild members select the design for the cards to be sold to the student body. I.R.C. OFFICERS Maria Rozsa, Secretary-Treasurer; Bill Sharkey, Vice President; Miss Pellegrin, sponsor; Jim Moore, President. Promoting international understanding by studying world affairs and foreign cultures was the purpose of I.R.C. This year the mem¬ bers heard lectures by speakers from both the Russian Embassy in Washington and from the American Association of the United Na¬ tions. Other activities of the I.R.C. included a discussion on the Panama crisis. Also, a movie on Nazi Germany, “The Twisted Cross,” was shown. Under Miss Pellegrin’s guidance, activities greatly increased. Membership in this club is open to all students who are interested in the role of the modern American concerning other nations and the world. ART GUILD Seated: Jan Halnon, Susan Siegworth, Margie Soroka, Mr. Wisniewski, sponsor. Standing: Shanon French, Ron Bowman, Carol Vouard. Maria Rozsa and Bill Sharkey prepare I.R.C. showcase for United Nations Week. 168 Y.F.C. Meets Weekly, as Members Retain Bible Trophy Teacher Help Days, Quizoramas, food drives, retreats, assemblies, and bimonthly meetings were some of the jobs which kept the Youth For Christ Club busy this year. During the winter a Bible Quiz Team competed against various other high schools’ teams for a trophy. Edison came out on top for the second year in a row. YFC CLUB Jo Mims, Marla Janes, Marcy Devers, Kathy Fones, Diane Grimes. Standing: Phil Janes, Bill Stewart, Tod Freeman. Debate Club Completes Second Successful Year at E.H.S. Coached by Mr. Ronald Borror, Edison’s debate team ended the season with an outstanding record, beating such rival schools as G.W. and Woodson. The energetic debaters engaged in competitive debates every Monday night here at Edison during the months of February and March. The topic was: Resolved: That Social Security benefits be extended to include complete medical care. In addition to Monday night competition, Edison also participated in several tournaments held at George Washington and American Universities. On Ed¬ ison’s Varsity affirmative was Blaine Brim and James Moore, while Tom Burk¬ hart and Joe Orin composed the J.V. affirmative. Negative Varsity was Sheldon Mann and Carol Shewmaker—with J.V. negative—Mike Davis and Larry Gauderault. DEBATE AFFIRMATIVE TEAM Blaine Brim, Joe Arin, Jim Moore, Tom Burk- NEGATIVE DEBATE TEAM Sheldon Mann, Carol Shewmaker, hart. Mike Davis. Missing: Larry Gaudreault. 169 Distributive EducationProvides Specialized Training for Students Distributive Education provides specialized training for persons entering or already employed in retail, wholesale, and service occu¬ pations. The regular Distributive Education program has two initial objectives: to prepare high school students for future employment in a vast and dynamic field, and to improve the occupational compe¬ tency of adults entering retail, wholesale, and other distributive oc¬ cupations. The D.E. Club seeks to subordinate the work done by the educa¬ tional section of the department. Linder Mr. Elliott’s guidance, the clul) continues to strive for the goals they hope to achieve as a re¬ sult of their preparation in school. Ed Wilkie chauffeurs Maria Sanchez, Mickie Moats, and Carol Rutledge, all D.E. students, to their afternoon jobs. D.E.C.A. First Row: Mr. A. B. Elliot, sponsor. Penny Pintuff, Bob Miller, Carol Rutledge. Second Row: Raymond Moats, Maria Sanchez, Don Bise, Jerry Miller, Carolyn Minnix, Jesse Grant, George Cash, David Nelson, Sammy Reed. Third Roiv: Norman Mears, Bill Amblem, Ralph Dillingham, Fred Jacobs, Wayne Smith, Ed Wilkie, Gary Hosaflook, Dennis Madaris, Ron Royston, Charlie Roberts. F.B.L.A. First Row: Sharon Corey, Claudia Chittum, Peggy Uhler, Marion Kassing, Elizabeth Liddell, Jeanne Olsen, Linda Shelton, Glenda Simpson. Sec¬ ond Row: Diane Cundiff, Shelia Kilby, Marsha Wray, Mary Ellen Ludlow, Sheila Hall, Linda Thiebolt, Shirley Sullivan, Cindy Calhoun. Third Row: Sandi Martin, Tanya Lewis, Lynda Wolz, Ann Norton, Maryanne Baldrec, Carolyn Robinson, Donna Ervin. 170 Astronomy Club Scans the Universe With Telescopic Lenses ASTRONOMY CLUB First Row: Steve Boles, Manfred Zieman, Jeff Hull, Steve Monts. Second Row: Sterling Beck, Ken Guard, Brian Conroy, Bob Baker, Dennis High, Bill Pen¬ nington, Alan Fagan, Larry Martin. The newly organized Astronomy Club, formerly the Sci¬ ence Club, has begun an extracurricular and extensive study of the universe. They actively participate in observing the unusual celestial occurences. The club’s activities have been limited, but they hope in the future to hold interscholastic observances and invite other schools to partic ipate in their activities. Jeff Hull and Mr. Fox look at the stars. Purpose of Chess Club Is to Improve Game of Members Chess Club members use drawings to improve their play. Chess Club membership was open to anyone experienced in chess or interested in improving his chess game. Under the sponsorship of Mr. Allee, the boys not only improved their play, but learned new methods of reasoning by dia¬ grams. They also participated in tournaments with other area schools. The Chess Club ended a very successful year with an impressive record. Checkmate! 171 EXCITEMENT is . . 172 . . . eagerness . . . enthusiasm . . . disappointment . . . ovation . . . recognition . . . pride SPOR TS winning your first game. 173 Fine Supervision an I In any large high school a comprehensive program for • physical activity must be established. Hard work, fine sup¬ port, and avid participation are important fundamentals necessary for such a program. Edison may well he proud of its athletic department. It offers fine facilities for any and all types of sports. A large diversified interscholastic schedule of varsity sports for both hoys and girls is available. Daily physical educa¬ tion classes encourage training in the basics of vigorous physical activity. Other supplemental areas such as the Gymnastics team are present also. These characteristics are evident in other schools, but Edison is fortunate in having the direction and guidance of excellent adult supervision. Without this important characteristic of Edison ' s athletic program, the full ath¬ letic potential of the Eagles could not be realized. COACHES Dave Bernhard, Carl Hensley, Sandy Maesmer, Bob Carson, Diane Eary, Tom Propps, Nancy Raybold, Tom Perry. Missing: Albert Elliott, Erank Damico, Dolores Hart, John Wedlock, Alan Beamer, Pat Patterson. Mr. Kelley and Mr. Miller, members of the Boosters Club, sell pennants. Billy Gainer receives the “Most Outstanding Football Player” trophy awarded by the Springfield-Franconia Lion’s Club. oach Develop Edison Athletes TOM PROPPS Head Varsity Football Assistant Track FRED BERNHARD Head Track Assistant Football CARL HENSLEY Head Varsity Basketball Assistant Football ALBERT ELLIOTT Freshman Football Golf FRANK DAMICO Head Wrestling J.V. Football JOHN WEDLOCK J.V. Basketball J.V. Baseball TOM PERRY Head Baseball Freshman Basketball ALAN BEAMER Tennis MRS. NANCY RAYBOLD Varsity Hockey Danish Gym team visits Edison on United States tour. MISS SANDY MAESMER J.V. Hockey Varsity Basketball MRS. DOLORES HART J.V. Basketball MISS PAT PATTERSON Varsity Softball MISS DIANE FARY Girls Athletic Director J.V. Softball BOB CARSON Head Athletic Director 175 “I lost my contact lenses.” Donny Spigelmeyer (20) and Mike Bayliss (42) smash a Groveton ball carrier as Richard Henderson (73), Alan Paire (15), and Mike Walker (80) run to assist. MARSHALL DOWNS EDISON 20-0 IN FIRST GAME OF THE SEASON Edison’s Eagles, in their first home game, prevented Marshall’s Statesmen from scoring in the first half. How¬ ever, faced with fine running and unfortunate penalties, hopes for an Edison victory dimmed. Edison threatened to score by recovering a fumble on Marshall’s twenty yard line. A series of drives moved the ball to the ten yard line, but Marshall’s line stopped the Eagles. Marshall dominated the second half. Edison’s defense foiled a touchdown pass attempt by Marshall, but inter¬ ference was called. The ball was moved to Edison’s twenty yard line. Marshall fumbled, and Edison recovered on its own five yard line. Again bad luck met Edison when the Eagles attempted a punt which was blocked and deflected into Edison’s end-zone giving two points to Marshall. The game ended 20-0. CAVALIERS PLUCK EAGLES 18-0 In its first away game, Edison clashed with a tough Woodson line. Edison’s quarterback, Marty Corso, threw a long pass from the Edison 40 yard line to Michael Walker, placing the hall on Woodson’s twenty yard line. But the Eagles failed to take their opportunity. Woodson regained possession and pushed the ball to the Edison ten. The Cavaliers scored. Later Edison again recovered the ball on Woodson’s 15 yard line but Woodson held for four downs and prevented Edison’s from scoring. In the remainder of the game, the Cavaliers scored and pushed their score up 12 points to defeat the Eagles 18-0. LEE GAINS “VICTORY BALL” KICKING OFF OFFICIAL RIVALRY Lee’s Lancers were surprised when determined Edison put up a strong defense. The Eagles scored the first touch¬ down when Mike Bayliss received a long pass, putting Edison in the lead. The Lancers penetrated Edison’s line and scored, making the score 7-6. By the end of the third quarter Lee pushed ahead 13-7. The game ended with a score of 19-7. Marshall VARSITY FOOTBALL 20 Edison 0 Woodson 18 Edison 0 Lee 19 Edison 7 Mt. Vernon 19 Edison 0 Jeb Stuart 26 Edison 7 1 Groveton 21 Edison 0 ! Osbourn 13 Edison 0 McLean 13 Edison 0 Hammond 39 Edison 0 “I’ll take that, pal touchdown pass. ” Billy Walters (82) spoils a Groveton 1 176 4 ® “Kill the ref!!’’ Melvin Greene (36) joins the pile-up. Varsity Gains Valuable Experience in First Group 1-A Season Norman Snead, quarterback for the Washington Redskins, presents an autographed football to Ricky Cassada who was injured during a football practice. Standing: Mr. Ernest Corso, Ricky’s father, and Coach Tom Propps. MAJORS TAME EAGLES 19-0 The spirit of the Edison team was deflated at the hands of the Majors. Mt. Vernon set the score up early in the first quarter, leading Edison with a score of 6-0. In the third and fourth quarters Mt. Vernon added 13 points to the score defeating Edison 19-0. JEB STUART DEFEATS EDISON 26-7 The Jeb Stuart Raiders drove ahead to score four touchdowns and two extra points before half-time. With only 43 seconds left in the game, Edison scored a touch- dorvn and an extra point. EDISON MAULED BY TIGERS Edison’s Eagles met the Tigers at Groveton about half¬ way through the season. The first half of the game proved to be a defensive game. The second half of the game was an unfortunate one for Edison when Groveton scored three times. This ended the game with a score of 20-0, Groveton. 177 I i VARSITY FOOTBALL First Row: B. Mittendorff, D. Spig- elmyer, D. Fleck, D. Butler, B. Miller, T. King, B. McLaugh¬ lin, W. Lawhorn, C. Robertson, K. Rodney. Second Row: R. Rodericks, J. Rowden, M. Heath, J. Allsbrooks, D. McCrady, E. Spink, T. Fay, R. Hamilton, A. DeAnglis, M. Bayliss, R. Hamilton. Third Row: M. O’Brian, W. Berg, M. Walker, M. Corso, R. Merritt, J. Edmonds, A. Paire, J. Raines, A. Shaffer, Strong Experienced Opponents Prevent Young Edison Hig 178 i ' ’HHI m i — t 1 ■k. m A t- m « “High and mighty Eagles.” John Edmonds and A1 DeAnglis at pep rally and bonfire. B. Walters. Fourth Row: D. Atkinsson, Manager D. Wood, M. Green, B. Bentley, T. Laws, M. Harsh, P. Walker, J. Hughes, Manager G. Butler, M. Reid. arsity Football Squad From Producing a Winning Season EAGLES STUNG BY YELLOW JACKETS Penalties and a series of passes that failed to connect downed the Eagles in their 13-0 loss to Oshourn. Both teams were held in a 0-0 score until late in the second quarter when a run by Osbourn gave the Yellow Jackets a 7-0 lead. Time and again Edison was in scoring position, but penalties prevented a touchdown. In the fourth quarter Osbourn scored six more points for its 13-0 victory. McLEAN TRIPS EDISON The first quarter ended with a score of 0-0, but in the second quarter, McLean managed to accumulate a score of 13-0. Edison prevented McLean from scoring in the second half. The final score was 13-0. HAMMOND SMASHES EDISON Hammond’s Admirals defeated the Eagles in one of the most disappointing games of the season. Though it held Hammond’s line for the first quarter, the Edison defense weakened later in the game and failed to capitalize on their scoring chances. During the last three quarters, Hammond was able to score six times, ending with a score of 39-0, the worst defeat of the season. 179 1 m il jC — , -T __ __ Jjjg Wi ilh 1 ! ► .o ' ' s LsJ J.V. FOOTBALL First Row: P. McCarus, J. Kelley, L. Savage, R. Hansen, B. Nichols, B. Benson, B. Sutton, G. Albright. Second Row: E. Grimes, B. Banton, D. Leffingwell, P. Toomay, C. Chesley, R. Lewis, W. Rhein, J. Paloa. Third Row: J. Million, K. Mittendorff, M. Harris, D. Barraclough, M. Carter, B. Hawley, N. Morris. Fourth Row: D. Jenkins, H. Sherman, 1. Hall, D. Crouch, Coach Damico. Freshman and Junior Varsity Football Teams Show Promis ieo FRESHMAN FOOTBALL Lee 0 Edison Mt. Vernon 6 Edison Ft. Hunt 0 Edison George Washington 19 Edison Hammond 0 Edison Groveton 12 Edison 26 34 19 14 14 20 ! I n Developing J.V. FOOTBALL Marshall 19 Edison 6 Woodson 13 Edison 33 Lee 6 Edison 6 Mt. Vernon 0 Edison 13 Jeb Stuart 20 Edison 14 Groveton 6 Edison 7 McLean 31 Edison 18 Hammond 28 Edison 0 “Heads or Tails?” Edison Freshman football team captain (left), Groveton team captain, and referee. Winning Spirit Through Successful Seasons. J ! I ‘ FRESHMAN FOOTBALL First Row: Bob Martin, Marc Guindon, Wally Rhein, Spencer Taylor, Eddie Bryant. Second Row: Steve Boyd, Glenn Fulmer, Ronnie Skillin, Tim Toomay, Richard Sharp. Third Row: George King, David Feaser, Trent Kichink, Jimmy Parsons, Jimmy Sarrano. Fourth Row: Rusty Hansen, William Updegraff, Richard Frazier, Morris Hicks, Paul Shifflett, Ritchie Sellers, Coach Elliott. 181 WOODSON 59 EDISON 67 Ml “One at a time, please!” Pat Toomay (13) fights for a rebound as Alan Paire and Jerry Barthlett wait to assist. The Eagles opened the season with a 67-59 double over¬ time victory over the Woodson Cavaliers. The non-league contest ended with the score tied 50-50. The first overtime ended in another deadlock 57-57. As Woodson’s key players were forced out by fouls, Edison pulled away to its first win of the season. STUART 66 EDISON 50 Edison suffered its first loss at the hands of Stuart, as the Raiders came from behind to overcome a 31-26 deficit at halftime. The Eagles held the advantage throughout the first half. Stuart returned from intermission and held the Eagles, while scoring consistently to register the win. GROVETON 62 EDISON 47 The Tigers proved too fast for the Eagles in our first home game. The winning team, through excellent tactics, managed to keep the ball out of the Edison five’s hands for the victory. WASHINGTON-LEE 42 EDISON 40 The Washington-Lee Generals defeated the Eagles in a seesaw overtime battle, 42-40. The Eagles used a fine de- i fense to give W-L its biggest scare of a 43-game winning j streak. Edison tied the score at 38-38 with three seconds remaining in the regular game. Varsity Rehounds t “Do even better the second half and we’ve got the game.” Coach Hensley changes strategy during a time-out. Forward TONY ADAMS (Captain) Senior 182 Guard PAT NERI Senior juin Late Victories FALLS CHURCH 64 EDISON 56 Edison dropped its fourth straight game of the season, as the Jaguars played fine defensive ball. The Jaguars, yielding to the Eagles from the floor, won the contest at the free throw line converting 22 points. WAKEFIELD 55 EDISON 28 A slow-starting Warrior squad found the range in the second half and went on to dominate the Eagles 55 to 28. None of the Eagles managed to score in double figures against the Wake¬ field defense. HAMMOND 69 EDISON 78 Edison brought home its first league win in defeating the Ad¬ mirals with a consistent offense and good poise. The Eagles were never behind and in the third period broke a tight game wide open a nine point lead. Alan Paire scored 25 points and Pat Toomay tallied 24 in leading the Eagles’ balanced scoring attack. MADISON 77 EDISON 67 The Madison Warhawks scored 44 points in the second half to break open a close contest, and defeated the Eagles 77 to 67. The fine efforts of the Eagles could not stop Madison. Jump ball, jump ball. Whose gonna’ get it!?” Alan Paire goes up as Jerry Barth- lett watches. 183 JERRY BARTLETT Senior Jerry Barthlett is fouled while scoring two points on a lay-up at G.W. Forward DAVE LARRICK Guard Junior Packed Bleachers Reflec WOODSON 69 EDISON 73 For the second time during the season the Eagles de¬ feated the Cavaliers. Pat Toomay with 26 points and Alan Paire with 22 points led Edison into a large lead. How¬ ever, the Cavaliers closed the gap to a single point in the 4th period before Edison fi nally pulled away. MARSHALL 52 EDISON 63 A balanced offense which placed four Eagles in double figures and a tight defense gave Edison its first back-to- back victory. Edison’s 11 point margin at the foul line proved to be too much for the Statesmen to recover, FORT HUNT 40 EDISON 79 The Eagles had no trouble in defeating the inexperienced Federals 79 to 40. After taking an early lead the Varsity dominated the game. Alan Paire and Tony Adams cleared the boards with ease, and the heads-up playmaking of Eric Spink gave the Eagles an impressive victory. Paire tallied 27 points and Spink dropped in 15 to take scoring honors. DANNY LOVERN Forward Junior “JERRY’S FLYING HIGH AGAIN.” Jerry Barthlett takes a jump shot for two as A1 Moll and Pat Toomay look on. kudent and Parent Support LEE 57 EDISON 58 Dave Larrick sank a set shot with 15 seconds left to give the Eagles their fourth straight win, as they defeated Lee’s Lancers. The game was close as the Varsity held a one point lead at the half, 30 to 29. Lee got off a shot with five seconds left in the game, but sophomore Pat Toomay snagged the rebound to close out the Lancer’s bid, ANNANDALE 78 EDISON 56 After opening an early lead, Annandale’s Atoms proved too much for the Eagles as they lost 78 to 56. Jerry Barth- . lett and Pat Toomay each dropped in 14 points but could not recover the lead established by the Annandale team. McLEAN 73 EDISON 71 McLean’s Highlanders nosed to a tight victory. In spite of a third quarter rally the Eagles could not catch a close lead. Only one of the victors’ points came from the free- throw line. Alan Paire took Eagle scoring honors with 25 points. 4 JOHN LOWE Forward Junior 185 Guard AL MOLL Junior ' j ' w J “It keeps jumping out of my hands, too.” Three George Washington rebounders gain control of the ball. Alan Paire (43) and Jerry Barthlett (51) find a difficult job at the boards. Eagles Display Top Form in Games With Woodson, Fairfa STEVE NUCKOLS Forward Junior ALAN PAIRE Center Junior FAIRFAX 66 EDISON 81 Edison built up an early lead to defeat Fairfax easily. Outstanding rebounding by Jerry Barthlett, Pat Toomay and Alan Paire, who set a school record with 32 points, showed a fine performance for the Eagle squad’s 81-66 victory. YORKTOWN 62 EDISON 73 Edison’s Eagles upset Yorktown’s Patriots with fine shooting from Alan Paire and Pat Toomay. The Eagles played a fast game and never relinquished their first quarter 9 point lead. GEORGE WASHINGTON 62 EDISON 52 The Eagles played well against the G. W. Prexies, but found G.W.’s scoring and consistent rebounding had opened up a 6 point lead which the Eagles could not re¬ cover. The final score was 62-52. MOUNT VERNON 33 EDISON 60 Despite tactics by the Mount Vernon Majors and only a 2-1 lead at the end of the first quarter, Edison closed out the season by defeating the Majors, 60-33. The win was the ninth of the year for the Eagles. JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL SCHEDULE Stuart 36 Edison 33 Groveton 47 Edison 51 Washington-Lee 36 Edison 30 Falls Church 28 Edison 47 Wakefield 31 Edison 37 Hammond 60 Edison 56 Madison 46 Edison 52 Woodson 37 Edison 40 Marshall 41 Edison 51 Fort Hunt 30 Edison 50 Lee 40 Edison 44 Annandale 38 Edison 46 McLean 25 Edison 43 Fairfax 26 Edison 42 Yorktown 41 Edison 49 George Washington 71 Edison 56 Mount Vernon 17 Edison 50 FRESHMAN BASKETBALL SCHEDULE Stuart 28 Edison 20 Mount Vernon 26 Edison 24 McLean 40 Edison 14 Marshall 26 Edison 18 Madison 46 Edison 29 Lee 43 Edison 36 Herndon 61 Edison 39 Woodson 36 Edison 15 Groveton 55 Edison 29 George Washington 68 Edison 21 TOM STOKER Guard Senior Lee, and Yorktown He 8 covered well, but they can’t block his shot.” Alan Paire, hidden behind a President, adds two for the Eagles. VARSITY BASKETBALL Kneeling: Eric Spink, Steve Nuchols, A1 Moll, Dave Larrick, Pat Neri, Danny Lovern. Standing: John Lowe, Tony Adams, Pat Toomay, Coach Hensley, Alan Paire, Jerry Barthlett. Tom Storer. Manager KEN OSTRYE Manager RONALD BUCKNER (picture missing) RALPH FEATHERSTONE “JUST LIKE THE VARSITY!” Paul McCarus takes a lay-up in one of J.V.’s “fast breaks.” JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL First Row: Paul McCarus, Dennis Woolfrey, Larry Bryant, Ken Mittendorff. Second Row: Russell Green, Bill Nichols, Dave Martin, Pat Palfrey, John Harlan. Third Row: Steve Baker, Ronny Ivester, Harvey Wilson, Bob Lowe, Benny Benson, Manager Chuck Boyd. J.V. Qualifies for Tournament as Freshmen Gain Experience i I FRESHMAN BASKETBALL First Row: Fred Peeler, Bob Robinson, Craig Kawamoto, Roger Able. Second Row: Jimmy Ca- ton, Tim Toomay, Coach Perry, George King, Bob Snapp. 189 Wrestling and Gymnastics Offer Variety to Athletics Mark Barbaro demonstrates the “grapevine” on Bob Noel. VARSITY WRESTLING SCHEDULE George Washington 5 Edison Marshall 27 Edison Mount Vernon 22 Edison St. Stephens 8 Edison Lee 14 Edison McLean 8 Edison Fairfax 23 Edison Groveton 17 Edison Washington-Lee 27 Edison Woodson 24 Edison Triangular Meet Fairfax 24 Edison Fall Church 45 51 23 21 38 27 38 26 23 18 18 21 Bob Mittendorff, lone senior on the Varsity Wrestling team, prepares for the “take¬ down.” Directed by Mr. Borror the gymnastics team strives toward physical fitness and poise. Hand balancing and free forms of exercise are among the skills practiced. 190 I VARSITY WRESTLING First Row: Chris Robinson, Mark Barbero, Bob Noel, Richard Jacobs, Skeeter Bateman. Second Row: Coach Damico, Mike Daugherty, Hoppy Campbell, Gerry Green, Melvin Green, Steve Bray, A1 DeAngelis. Missing: Bob Mittendorff. Victorious Season Gains Avid JUNIOR VARSITY AND RESERVES First Row: Gary Kirby, Billy Gainer, Dick Leffingwell, Mike Tabor, Andy Pardue, Rusty Han¬ sen. Second Row: Lloyd Phillips, Wally Rhein, John Prohaska, Bucky Meyers, Terry ' Wilson, Ralph Mulner, Bob Eilbert. Third Row: Gary Green, Tom Muglia, Kurt Fritzinger, Gary Jenkins, John Tillery, Dick Calloway, Bob Cundiff, Mike Harris, Jim Hughes. Support for Varsity Wrestling 191 Girls ' Hockey Teams Have Commendable Record VARSITY HOCKEY First Row: Kathie Hawkins, Joyce Plaugher, Bobbie Thomas, Gwen Morris, Marsha Summerlin, Nancy Boyer. Second Row: Carol Tingley, Kathy Stanton, Susie Shepherd, Bette Thomas, Sheri Funk, Anthea Hailey, Judy Nevitt, Carol Anson, Mrs. Raybold. 1 VARSITY HOCKEY SCHEDULE Lee 0 EHS 2 Woodson 4 EHS 3 Mt. Vernon 0 EHS 4 Herndon 1 EHS 1 Falls Church 0 EHS 1 Stuart 2 EHS 1 McLean 0 EHS 2 Groveton 1 EHS 0 Marshall 1 EHS 0 Varsity huddles to plot new strategy. Kathie Hawkins chats with the “enemy” before the game. f 1 192 Participate in Annual Piny Day With Other Teams j Edison’s Girls’ Hockey teams made a fine showing this year under the experienced leadership of Varsity Coach Mrs. Raybold and Junior Var- I sity Coach Miss Maesmer. The Varsity ended their season with the com- i mendable record of four wins, four losses, and one tie. The Junior Varsity ' held its own by tying all seven of its games. The girls worked hard to attain teamwork. After the Varsity beat its arch rival McLean, the entire team agreed that the hard work had been worth the trouble. The team journeyed to Woodson, where a member of the English Touring Hockey Team explained many of the finer points of the game, j Another highlight was participation in an annual Play Day in coordination with teams from other Fairfax County high schools. Judy Nevitt and Sheri Funk were voted the Outstanding Players on the Varsity. I 1 I J.V. HOCKEY SCHEDULE Mt. Vernon 0 EHS 0 Herndon 0 EHS 0 Falls Church 0 EHS 0 Stuart 1 EHS 1 McLean 0 EHS 0 Groveton 0 EHS 0 Marshall 0 EHS 0 Joyce Plaugher and Bobbie Thomas board the bus for hockey prae- tice. I j ! i I ' Susan Shepherd, Linda Andrews, Joyce Plaugher, and Bobbie Thomas take a break from their busy practice schedule. [■ 1 [ I JUNIOR VARSITY HOCKEY First Row: Leslie Sedgwick, Barbara Harris, Sue Tingley, Linda Backstrom, Mary EUen Wal¬ ter, Crickett Sestito. Second Row: Linda Andrews, Barbara Laughon, Diana Sparks, Dale Rizzo, Annelice Lauria, Pat Zielinski, Barbara Cowan. 193 - ff Edison Defeats Fort Hunt 31-14 in Best Game of Year Both of Edison’s teams had successful seasons in girls’ basketball this year. Girls’ Varsity ended the year with seven wins and four losses, under Miss Maesmer’s eoaching. The team agreed that their best game this year was the one in which the girls defeated Fort Hunt by a score of 31-14. Ironically, the Fort Hunt team was coached by Miss Woolfolk who directed the Varsity girls last year. The honors of highest scores for the season went to Judy Nevitt and Sheri Funk. The Junior Varsity girls also had a successful year, under Mrs. Hart’s direction, with a record of six wins and five losses. Judy Nevitt sinks a foul shot. Pat Bayne and Judie Brawner try to get the ball from a Mt. Vernon player. GIRLS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL First Row: Sheri Funk, Mary Ellen Walter, Jessie Hall, Pat Bayne, Miss Maes- mer. Second Row: Kathie Hawkins, Judy Nevitt, Judie Brawner, Linda Andrews, Bette Thomas. Third Row: Leslie Sedgwick, Scorekeeper; Sandy Sanchez, Joyce Plaugher, Bobbie Thomas, Cheryl Walters, Manager. JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL First Row: Susie Kilby, Barbara Harris, Linda Backstrom, Nancy Lee, Carole Perkins. Second Row: Linda Lamb, Donna Funk, Mrs. Hart, Diana Sparks, Val Moura, manager. Third Row: Carol Anson, Sharon Kirby, Linda Burke, Diane Spink. Girls’Basketball Has Seven Win-Four Loss Record This Year VARSITY BASKETBALL SCHEDULE Lee 29 EHS 26 Annandale 35 EHS 33 Ft. Hunt 14 EHS 31 Fairfax 34 EHS 51 Woodson 46 EHS 44 Mt. Vernon 16 EHS 26 Herndon 44 EHS 29 Falls Church 13 EHS 28 Stuart 23 EHS 38 McLean 21 EHS 34 Groveton 37 EHS 44 INIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL SCHEDUL Lee 6 EHS 10 Annandale 6 EHS 15 Ft. Hunt 10 EHS 11 Woodson 13 EHS 9 Mt. Vernon 5 EHS 9 Herndon 7 EHS 12 Falls Church 26 EHS 12 Stuart 12 EHS 5 McLean 18 EHS 10 Groveton 12 EHS 10 Miss Maesmer gives the Varsity some tips. 195 Experienced Chearleaders Lead Edisonites in Keepim DIANNE CORSO MARION KASSING JUDY DELLINGER MARLENE SIMMS Co-Captain JUDI HAWKINS 196 School Spirits High; Six Cheer for Second Year at Edison SANDI HEWITT Co-Captain PEPI BALDWIN CHRIS MARSCHAT LINDA PAVLICK LOUISE ROGERS 197 Varsity Cheerleaders Lead Pep Rallies and Bonfires. “Come on, Eagles! Yell!” Cheerleaders wait anxiously for the next touchdown. VARSITY CHEERLEADERS Kneeling: Marlene Simms and Sandi Hewitt, Co-Captains. Standing: Pepi Baldwin, Chris Marschat, Judy Dellinger, Linda Pavlick, Judi Hawkins, Louise Rogers, Dianne Corso. Development of New Cheers Promotes School Spirit School spirit was given a tremendous boost this year by the efforts of the Varsity Cheering Squad. Frigid winter nights and warm summer practices did not seem to affect the girls’ support of Edison’s teams. Aside from their ef¬ forts at games, the girls demonstrated their vivacity and talent at pep rally assemblies and bonfires. The girls at¬ tended the “It’s Academic” program, where they boosted our team’s morale with pre-competition cheers. The cheerleaders’ schedule included a trip to Woodson High School where they attended a party for all cheer¬ leaders in the Washington area. At the end of the year, the girls volunteered to teach auditioning girls some of their techniques. The spirit which the girls showed was greatly appreciated by the student body. Football player Rick Meritt presents Judy Dellinger with a corsage during a pep rally. Cheerleaders and their mascot, Margaret Anne Pardue, pause for a moment during a football game. Marion Kassing and Judi Hawkins give a yell for Edison. Junior Varsity Cheerleaders Yell Teams to Victory “Are you proud of your school? Yeah, man!” Edison’s Junior Varsity Cheerleaders dem¬ onstrated school pride almost every Friday and Saturday night. Faced with problems such as organizing new cheers and designing original uniforms, the girls spent much time during the summer attempting to solve them. Junior Varsity girls had a successful year, due in part to the work of their sponsors. Miss Gibbons and Mrs. Nitz. “One, two—clap—three, four—clap. Oh, my Cheerleader mascot tries a different method to get a win—prayer! aching knees.” JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEADERS First Row: Adele Pilkington and Vicki Marsh, Co-Cap¬ tains. Second Row: Linda Mandello, Joan Short. Third Row: Virginia Pardue, Margaret Anne Pardue, Mascot; Sue Lutz. Fourth Row: Sue Childs, Peggy King. Fifth Row: Pat Davies, Cindy Fowler. 200 Linda Johnson, captain of the Freshman cheerleaders, leads I the yells at a pep rally. Freshman cheerleaders get plenty of practice by cheering their football team to victory. Seven Freshman Cheerleaders Join Cheering Squad FRESHMAN CHEERLEADERS Kneeling: Kay Eilbert, Sharon Tillery, Daphne Price. Standing: Donna Funk, Linda Johnson, Kathy Semich, Linda Reid. sirir HAPPINESS is ... %s .. . . . congenial . . . jovial . . . lonely . . . responsive . . . grief . . . accomplishment . . . SCHOOL LIFE being with others Fall A Time of Sorrow . . . “Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty.” John Fitzgerald Kennedy A leader dies; flags are lowered; a nation mourns. Our last tribute . . . 204 Sixteen Acts Headline Edison s First Hootenanny “Hey Mom ’ says Joi Bliss, “I’m scared and so’s Robin Russell— those are real live people in the audience!” Nineteen hundred and fifty Edisonites attended the first Hoote¬ nanny, held October 19 in the gym. The 16 act program, attracted entliusiastic performers from high schools as far away as Bethesda- Chevy Chase. Radio station WWDC provided the master of ceremonies and taped the individual performers for later broadcast. WWDC also of¬ fered jtrizes to the three best acts. They were: Dawn Thompson; Judy Stratton, Dawn Thompson, and Diane Grubb; and Bob Haupt¬ mann from B-C. C. Come on now, Judy and Diane, you’re not going to let Dawn drown you out—are you? 205 “The annual meeting of General Products Corporation ' will come to order.” Thus began a most successful play, The Solid Gold Cadillac, sponsored by the Edison Masquers. Nine hundred Edisonites laughed uproariously at the comic 3-act Cinderella story of a New York actress who attended a stockholders meeting, asked a simple, but embarrassing question, and finally became the President of the powerful General Products Corporation. This delightful Kaufman-Teichmann comedy, presented November 14 and 15, was the first play ever produced in Edison’s auditorium and successfully began the Gilly (Steve Schardin) waits impatiently for Mr. Blessington (Paul Hildebrand) and Metcalfe (Ricardo Rodriguez) to fin¬ ish the funnies! “And . . . this is what will fascinate you ladies!” Estelle Evans (C. C. Quinn) broad¬ casts a special report. i “Why, you miserable -,” says Artie Phelps, playing McKeever. 1963-64 Masquers play season. Solid Gold Cadillac - A Successful Beginning 206 “We wouldn’t want anything to happen to you, Mrs. Partridge,” Sheldon Mann (Snell) tells Dawn Thompson (Mrs. Partridge). Students Enthusiastically Begin New School Year Although Senior officers start work early, they are pressed for time. 207 Winter A 2 ni • ime T or Contemp Nation . . . 208 Edison’s cafeteria was elaborately and festively decorated to add atmosphere to the theme, “Winter Fantasy.” One hundred and fifty couples in semi-formal attire danced amidst tinsel trees, gay murals, paper streamers, and other festive decorations. The faculty dining area was transformed into a realistic family scene, complete with a blazing fireplace. Neither expense nor effort was spared in the planning of this dance—even refreshments were supplied free of charge. The couples who attended this dance will agree that the decorations and the warm atmosphere contributed to a truly memorable event. Ricardo Rodriguez and Toni Turner serve punch at the “Winter Fantasy.” Do you think our snow dance will work? S.C.A. Sponsors “Winter Fantasy 9 ? 209 Dick McCrady, Richard Tilley, Bill McGirk, Jeff Driffineyer, and David Shepp set the mood of Christmas spirit in German class. Edisonites Enjoy Winter Delight 210 ‘ALL MV SONs“ FCC-’b loring shiver JOSEPH SPOONER WtUlHM HHMSIiN ELLEN MENNICKE LXNN KING ARTHUR PHELP5 TOHM PROH SKA gARgARA TAT UH LINDA hurray R)CM D0 R0BW6UEZ Ann Deever (Linda Murry) tells Kate Keller (Barbara Tatum) “Come on, Kate, let’s gossip!” Masquers Present Second Production-‘‘All My Sons “A man’s honesty is his star—when that star falls he wants to be alone.” This melodrama by Arthur Miller, revolved around the tragic result of one man’s dishonesty. Depressing but ab¬ sorbing, it depicted the moral deterioration of a man, due to his wartime act of selfishness. All My Sons provided an opportunity for talented stu¬ dents to display their abilities in dramatic acting, while giving our school an appreciation of serious drama. Curtain call . . . Jim Bayliss (Coring Shiver) tells Kate Keller (Barbara Tatum) “He’ll come back. We all came back, Kate.” Chris Keller (Art Phelps) asks Joe Keller (Joe Spooner), “What kind of man are you?” 211 Royal Couple Reigns at Sweetheart Dance The King and Queen and their court: Bob Noel, Diane Corso, Marlene Simms, and Mr. Carson substitute for Melvih Green, Richard Jacobs and Linda McQuire. February 8th the auxiliary gym was hushed as Edison’s King and Queen were announced; Shelia Kilby and Mark Bar- bero reigned as the Royal Couple. After the King and Queen had been crowned, the Sweetheart Dance officially began. This semi-formal was sponsored by the Athletic Department to raise funds for the much-needed equipment. One girl from each class was nom¬ inated by the basketball team as a can- | didate for Queen, while candidates for King were selected from the wrestling team. The winners were chosen by mone¬ tary vote. Students Enjoy a Variety of Winter Activities 213 Grin and bear it! Flying fish? “No kidding?” The play Young Tom Jeffer¬ son is presented in Edison’s auditorium by the Northern Virginia Y.W.C.A. i I i 1 214 Sing along with . . . Our School Matures as Year Progresses I Don’t they have any short people at this school? The Danish gym visits Edison. 215 1 I j Spring _, A Time to Escape . . . A time to clean cobwebs out of dusty corners. Attaining heights at Edison. 2I6 Edison Has Many Faces; These Are Just a Few 217 Only her hairdresser knows for sure! Co-operation—an Essential Element 218 Graduation Is a Harvest of Memories { I I As a year ends, we realize that no one can stop time. As our school ages and mellows, as the colors begin to fade a bit, as the traditions become more established, we know that each class passing through its doors has ex¬ perienced perhaps the most important years of its youth. During this period we mature, learning to handle the privileges and the responsibilities that come with adulthood. During these four years we learn to live with the imperfections in others . . . and in ourselves. It is now that we form rewarding and sometimes painful friendships—but in the process we lear n. For those who have courage and determination, a world of promise lies ahead. Some will be entering the final stage of their education—college, a world unto itself. But no matter where we go, where our road leads, what the future will bring, we will carry with us always and shall cherish forever that rich store of emotions and memories given to us during our journey through this school. A final good-bye . . . For Seniors, the gates of high school are closed. Graduation—our Diploma Day. 219 ■•nniiTa; INSECURITY is ... 220 . . . interesting . . . expectance . . . informative . . . generosity . . . patience . . . AD VER TISEMENTS being broke. 221 Ik .. lets et acauai e To the Graduating Class: A Message of Congratulations from Virginia’s Oldest National Bank Although First Citizens National Bank of Alexandria is the oldest National Bank in Virginia, founded in 1864, we dedicate ourselves to the future. This year finds graduates at the threshold of tomorrow — entering a new and better world, with more challenges and more rewards than at any time in history. We of First and Citizens share with you every confidence in this future. Many of you, we are sure, will come to know First Citizens personally In the years ahead. We look forward to the pleasure of serving you, as a financial counselor, as a neighbor, and as a fellow citizen. We pledge to serve you well. Our heartfelt congratulations to each of you. 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VIRGINIA Phone Kl 9-2214 Franconia Hardware Franconia Road Alexandria, Virginia 354-8280 Linda Hertig carefully chooses a color from the wide assortment of paints offered by Franconia Hardware for her new bedroom. For all hardware, household and sporting goods go to Franconia Hardware. AUTO—LIFE—FIRE HAROLD A. CASSADA-REX STORER Representatives 800 N. Washington Street Alexandria, Virginia Phone 549-41 16 Mr. Cassada anxiously awaits as Mr. Storer talks to a teen-ager about car insurance. For the best insurance possible consult Nationwide. 1639 Fort Hunt Road Hollin Hall Shopping Center Alexandria, Va. so 8-2700 Member Multiple Listing Service , _ m _ SOLD Suburban REALTVCa CD 8-270° ' I I f FISCHER HARDWARE CORPORATION BLAND AND BRANDON 451-3700 225 For all grocery needs, shop at C J Delicatessen, for dependable ser¬ vice, as Ken Guard does. C J DELICATESSEN LEVINSON ' S CLOTHING STORE 424 King S+reet Alexandria, Virginia 605 Telegraph Road Alexandria, Virginia For a new suit at that special dance or for any fine grade clothes, shop at Levinson ' s Clothing Store like Bill Sharky does. PHONE 256-5000 ' yiiy our Service for tike finest financial services! Small Enough to Be Friendly — Large Enough to Be Helpful Fairfax County ' s Largest Bank MOUNT VERNON NATIONAL and 31[eirinLljer of iF.D.I.C. an J tke Federal IKeserve System 226 KELLEY ' S CLEANERS Nicki KIchinko takes full advantage of Kelley ' s fast and reliable service. Located across from Edison, Kelley ' s o ffers dry cleaning, shoe repair and high quality service. 421 I Franconia Road Alexandria, Virginia 354-3042 227 Linda Murray carefully chooses new cloth for that very special dress. For reliable service and low prices be sure you too shop at Barby ' s for the very best fabrics. BARBY ' S FABRIC SHOP 6402 Springfield Plaza Springfield, Virginia ROSE HILL PIZZA CARRY OUT FOOD SERVICE BAKED TO ORDER IN 7 MINUTES 3938 Franconia Road Rose Hill Shopping Center Alexandria, Virginia Phone 765-6500 HAVE YOUR ORDER READY WHEN YOU ARRIVE Spaghetti Dinners Sauce — Meat Balls Submarine Sandwiches Hrs. I I A.M.-Midnight Fri.-Sat. 11 A.M.-I A.M. Sun. 3 P.M.-IO P.M. Discount tor All Parties, Organizations, and Clubs SPECIALIZATION IN CARRY-OUT ORDERS Phone 765-6500 BOB RINER Real Estate Sales Insurance 7061 Brookfield Plaza, Springfield, Va. Telephone 451-2421 24-Hour Service _ LOW PRICES SPORT FAIR FRIENDLY SERVICE FISHING TACKLE ONE OF THE LARGEST DISPLAYS IN NORTHERN VA. GUNS HAND GUNS • RIFLES • SHOTGUNS AMMO • RELOADING SUPPLIES ARCHERY • BASEBALL • FOOTBALL TENNIS • BOWLING AND ALL SPORTS EQUIPMENT FREE PARKING AT BOTH LOCATIONS 1 CHERRYDALE I 3617 Lee Hwy Arl. 542-9500 VA. AND MD. LICENSES c SPRINGFIELD 6412 Brandon Ave. Va. Licenses 451-3262 228 THE ERUDITE SUPPORT CONTRIBUTE: POEMS, ESSAYS, SHORT STORIES I I ( i I I Keep Informed READ Edison €urr ni Bob Mit+endorff uses the reliable service and gas at Hybla Valley Gulf where pleasing the customer comes first. HYBLA VALLEY GULF 2826 Richmond Highway Alexandria, Virginia A. B. W. TRANSIT CO. Serving Northern Virginia Dependably for Over 40 Years FOR INFORMATION Scheduled Service 549-7800 Charter Dept. TE 6-4500 229 rci nN. 1 IN i K«m� mm ifl vj, 1 1; VI ■] ROSE HILL APARTMENTS and ROSE HILL SHOPPING CENTER Built and Managed by MORELL REALTY CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. The Talon Staff Wishes to Say Thanks TO the ADMINISTRATION AND FACULTY MEMBERS — for their generous support of The Talon. TO HARRIS AND EWING — for their services as official school photographers and those very special photos. TO MR. PASCOE AND NATIONAL SCHOOL STUDIOS — for their services as official school photographers. TO THE BUSINESS FIRMS WHO ADVERTISED IN THE TALON — for their support of Edison High School. TO MISS SHILLINGBURG — for the long hours of work. TO PATTI WILCOX, BOB MITTENDORF, AND RUTH ANN FOSTER — for their generous voluntary help. Index Academics _ 8-41 Advertisements _ 220-223 Administration _ 10-11 Art Department _ 30 Art Guild _ 169 Astronomy Club _ 171 Band _ 29, 160, 161 Bank _ 15 Basketball, fresbman boys _ 189 Basketball, Junior Varsity boys _ 189 Basketball, Varsity _ 182-188 Basketball, Junior Varsity girls _ 195 Basketball, Varsity girls _ 194 Cheerleading, Junior Varsity _ 200-201 Cheerleading, Varsity _ 196-199 Chess Club _ 171 Chorus - 28, 156-158 Classes - 42-137 Clerical Office Practice _ 34 Clinic _ 16 Coaches _ 174 Commercial Department _ 32-33 Debate _ 168 Diversified Education Club _ 170 Diversified Education Department _35 Drill Team _ 163 English Department _ 18-19 Erudite _ 148 Faculty, Off Guard _ 40-41 Foreign Language Department _ 26-27 Football, freshman boys _ 181 Football, Junior Varsity _ 180 Football. Varsity _ 175-179 Foreword _ 3 Freshmen _ 44-57 Freshman Officers _ 44 Future Business Leaders of America Club _ 170 Future Homemakers of America Club_ 165 Future .Nurses of America _ 164 Future Teachers of America Club _ 164 German Club _ 166 Guidance Department _ 12-13 Gymnastics Team _ 190 Hockey, Junior Varsity _ 193 Hockey, Varsity _ 192 Home Economics Dei artment _ 31 Industrial Arts Department _ 36-37 Industrial Cooperation Training _ 35 International Relations Club _ 168 Introduction _ 4 Juniors _ 74-97 Junior Officers _ 74 Key Club _ 153 Keyettes _ 152 Latin Club _ 166 Library Club _ 17 Main Office _ 14 Majorettes _ 162 Masquers _ 151 Mathematics Department _ 22-23 Music Department _ _ 28-29 National Honor Society _ 150 Organizations _ 138-171 Pep Club _ 155 Physical Education Department _ 38-39 School Life _ 202-219 Science Department _ 24-25 Seniors _ 98-137 Senior Class Picture _ 134-135 Senior Officers _ 98 Senior Superlatives _ 136-137 Seniors, Top Ten _ 130-131 Social Studies Department _ 20-21 Sophomores _ 58-73 Sophomore Officers _ 68 Spanish Club _ 167 Sports _ 172-201 Student Cooperative Association - 140-142 Table of Contents - Thank You _ 224 Title Page _ 1 Varsity Club - 164 Vocational Office Training - 34 Wrestling _ 1 1 Yearbook _ 143-145 Youth for Christ Club - 169 232 VRARE 373.755 T 1964 V.2 Thomas A. 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