Union High School - U Yearbook (Burgettstown, PA)

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Steve Babyak Slovan History Findlay College, B. S. Everyone remembers Mr. Babyak and his civics classes, for he enlivens his classes by his humor. His students may complain about their civics outline assignments. but they'll admit that he's tops as a wrestling coach. Gina Filipponi Slovan Business Education University of Pittsburgh, B. S., M. S. As sponsor of the Senior National Honor Society. Miss Filipponi has done a line job. To her commercial students she is the image of what every well-trained. efficient secretary should be. Her students appreci- ate her enthusiasm in helping any worthy person or cause. Gabriel Hanna Burgettstoum Science, Arithmetic University of Pittsburgh, B. S. Friendliness, courtesy, and helpfulness are a few of the many traits that mark Mr. Hanna. The .lunior National Honor So- ciety has had a very successful year under his sponsorship. He is responsible for the neat appearance of the auditorium after lunch hour. Dorothy Kosovec Burgettstown Freshman English, Literature Bethany College, B. A. The editorial staff of the U is very grateful for the fine help given by Miss Kosovec, who undertook the responsibility of mak- ing the yearbook better than ever. Her ability as an English and literature teacher is recognized by her many students. She also sings beautifully. Harold Malone Langeloth Biology University of Pittsburgh, B. S. His inimitable wit and direct approach to such a difficult subject as biology has en- deared him to the hearts of all the students of Union High School. Mr. Malone does a wonderful job announcing our home foot- ball games. Facult Jean Beyer R. D. Oakdale Physical Education University of Pittsburgh, B .S. The girls' basketball team is under the guidance of this friendly teacher. She has undertaken the training of the girls' minds and bodies in her health and physical ed- ucation classes. Her understanding way and genial personality make her a favorite with everyone. Henry DiPasquale Pittsburgh Music Duquesne University, B. S. The band's fine performances at the foot- ball games indicate Mr. DiPasquale's ex- cellent knowledge of music. He always has time for a joke at band rehearsal and has a friendly smile and hello for every- one he meets. His willingness to co-oper- ate with and advise the hand members is appreciated by them very much. Miriam Harris Burgettstown Senior English, Literature, Journalism Westminster College, A. B. Mrs. Harris' subtle humor enlivens her English and literature classes. She puts the student into the prose and poetry and makes it more interesting and easier to understand. Her work with the Hi-Lite is deeply appreciated by both students and staff members. Frank Longevitsh Slovan Industrial Arts, Metal Shop California State Teachers College, Uni- versity of Pittsburgh, B. S., M. E. Industrial arts and metal shop are bright- ened by Mr. Longevitsh and his humor. Building model airplanes and instructing others in their use are only a few of Mr. Longevitsh's duties. His friendliness is welcomed by all the boys. Barbara Lunger Independence Home Economics, English 8 Mansfield Normal School, Mansfield Di- ploma Mrs. Lunger is one of the faculty who is always willing to help. Her friendly in- terest in her students is greatly apprecia- ted. 9 Harry Colesberry Burgettstown History Muskingum, University of Pittsburgh, B. A., M. L. Mr. Colesberry's quiet personality and hu- mor please his history classes. He sells insurance besides teaching and announc- ing the home wrestling matches. Mary Jeanne Hanna Burgettstown Home Economics lndiana State Teachers College B. S. Mrs. Hanna's neat appearance and beau- tiful clothes are characteristic of the sub- ject she teaches. Under her guidance, the F.H.A. of Union is very much recognized in the state of Pennsylvania. She is help- ful and cheerful to everyone. James Kimberland Atlasburg Mathematics, General Business Training Washington and Jefferson College, B. S. Under the direction of Mr. Kimberland, the Hi-Y helped to stage a successful rally this year. As coach of the junior high bas- ketball team, he has guided the team to many victories. Mr. Kimberland is co-op- erative and understanding to his math and G. B. T. students. Ruth Lowry Washington Music Westminster College. B. S. Mrs. Lowry is kept busy teaching the mu- sic classes and directing the chorus as well as the special vocal groups. Her musical ability is admired by both the faculty and the student body. Patrick McGraw Burgettstown Sophomore English, Literature Edinboro State Teachers College, B. S. An alumnus of Union, Mr. McGraw teaches English and literature to the soph- omores. As assistant football coach, he is a valuable and welcome faculty member.

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Mr. Babyak Mrs, Beyer Mr. C0leSbe'rl'y Miss Filipponi Mr. Dipasquale Mrs. Hanna Mr. Hanna Mrs. Harris Mr. Kirnbvrlund Miss Kosova- Mr. Lungvvitsh Mrs. Lnwrv Mr. Malone Mrs. Lunger Mr. McGraw

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Bogdan Nicksick Burgettstown Physical Education Texas Wesleyan College, B. S. As our coach of football and basketball, Mr. Nicksick is an important member of the faculty. His good-natured humor cheers many a student and helps to make school life more enjoyable. June Schafer Eighty-Four Chemistry, General Science California State Teachers College. B. S. Her personality and willingness to help make Miss Schafer popular with everyone. Her classes recognize her ability to teach effectively such a subject as chemistry. Philip Sauter Washington Industrial Arts . California State Teachers College, B. S. How could Union ever get along without Mr. Sauter? He and his stage crew have created various stage sets for the junior and senior plays. His friendliness rates him high on the list of favorite teachers. J. Wilbert Welch Burgettstown Mathematics Penn State College, A. B. Mr. Welch is well liked by his classes as well as by other members of the student body. His quiet manner and extensive knowledge in mathematics make him a valuable member of the faculty. Facult Violet M. Russo Pittsburgh Spanish, Latin Duquesne University, B. Ed. This year has been the first in teaching for Miss Russo. She is la professora of Spanish and Latin. In her short time at Union, Miss Russo has gained many friends. Wilbur J. Robertson Burgettstown Physics, Mathematics Washington and Jefferson College. B. S. Mr. Robertson is indeed a master in his field. His knowledge of mathematics is well displayed in his classesg he supplies the education that is so important and necessary for academic students. Theresa Tiano Washington Business Education West Liberty State Teachers College, Un- iversity of Pittsburgh, B. A., M. A. Miss Tiano's typing classes are fully aware of her commercial abilities. She demon- strates her helpfulness with a friendly, encouraging smile. Katherine Zollars Burgettstown Junior English, Literature California State Teachers College. B. S. Mrs. Zollars did a wonderful job direct- ing the senior and junior plays. Among other activities. she is junior class advisor and a valuable asset to the U editorial staff. Her sincerity and interest rate her as tops. 10 Joseph Pusateri Burgettstown Problems of Democracy, Driver Training Duquesne University, University of Pitts- burgh, B. E., M. E. Mr. Pusateri is responsible for many Union High students' learning good driv- ing habits. Congratulations are in order for our senior class advisor who became a father this year. Elizabeth Scott Burgettstown Librarian Muskingham College. Penn State College, A. B., M. Ed. We owe our complete informative library to the efforts of Miss Scott, for she is con- stantly working to keep our library up to date. As sponsor of the Alpha Tri-Hi-Y, her helpfulness is appreciated by many. George S. Tony New Kensington Business Education Indiana State Teachers College, B. S. Mr. Tony is the sponsor of the business staff of the yearbook and B-squad basket- ball coach. These duties are in addition to his teaching bookkeeping and practical business training. There are some who re- member him also as keeper of deten- tion. Pat Yanni Slovan Sophomore History University of Florida. B. S. Mr. Yanni's handsome appearance is ad- mired by all. Our baseball coach is friend- ly and courteous to all, and in return, the students regard him with respect.