Vailsburg High School - Valkyrian Yearbook (Newark, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1983 volume:

MIKMim 1983 Recording to Horse mythology, the ilalkyric” mere the handmaidens of Odin, king of the gods. legend holds that the Halkyrie houered oner battlefields and decided the fates of the marriors. in addition to choosing rnltich Hikings mould be uictorious, the Oalkyrie conducted the souls of slain heroes to Oalhalla. the great hall of immortality. This edition of the itailsburg High School ORIKljRiM contains a legend of our heroes. - i K 41 Of M JJ Dailsburg H.S. 107 iuy Street fieuiark, M.JL At Last. . . The Beginning New Quests . . . Now Unfolding When “Cool” Became . . . “That’s Chill!” Bringing Notes When We Were 111 Have Some Fun Never Thought We’d Get Our Work Done . . The More We Earn Perplexed And Puzzled Are We Now But We’ll Find The c Answers Somehow Daydreaming. . . Hoping Time Would Pass Pondering. . . But Eager To Get Out Of Class Preparing For What We Will Be Vailsburg’s Class of 983 TABLE OF CONTENTS f nroN 1NTR0DUCT1 DEDICATION ............ APPRECIATION .......... ADMINISTRATION FACULTY AND STAFF ......!...... SENIOR SECTION '. J..., THE UNDERCLASSMEN ... LOCAL AND GLOBAL MEMORIES ATHLETICS , j.) Tw I • • • V ’ 33 C-1 J A V; .... ..........I .........J7 ......jris .....jC. 20 ........ .....:...'.......24 Jr. TTrr .. 65 .......' 81 .........97 .JL. :X CREDITS Photography: Delma Studios Valkyhan Photo Staff r. Wayne Slappy Special Thanks To: Mr. John Murray. Delma Studios Mr. Henry Posner. Delma Studios Ms. Bonnie Levine. Josten's American Yearbook Company Mr. Frederic Martin During our four years at Vailsburg H.S.. you have shown exemplary leadership qualities. You have been sensitive to our problems and needs. Your personality and attire epitome professionalism. You have been a father and a friend to us. As the Senior Class of 83 bids farewell, we wish to thank you 17 A parental conference Is this the way to the promised land? The Senior Class of 1983 owes you many thanks. After 15 years as an English Teacher, you became our distinguished advisor We appreciate everything you have done to make our final year at Vai sburg a rewarding and memorable one We hope that future graduating classes of Vails-burg H.S. have as fine an advisor as we have found in you. 18 May 1 help you? Well. Pat. in my opinion . .. You can'[ begin to imagine how much we appreciate your tireless service. You mean a great deal to our Class. We wish you the best life has to offer Thank you for being our teacher, brother, advisor. and friend. Mr. Wayne Slappv. Yearbook Advisor 19 Articulate and intelligent Understanding yet stern Miss Theresa S. Dai-id Principal Dedication and excellence are priceless entities. Miss David is determined to foster a conducive educational environment. She has provided the Class of 1983 with a unique model of leadership. Appreciated and respected Our principal teacher Mr. August J. Alamo Vice-Principal Mr. Elias Levinson Vice-Principal Mr. Frederic Martin Vice-Principal Mr. Henry Aratow Good advise is invaluable. We arc fortunate enough to have good counselors. They help us select our classes and provide information that may influence the pursuit of further education and career opportunities. Mrs. Chlorlce Parson Head Couselor Mr. Daniel Me Gonigle Mr. Paul Ziering Mr. Charles Blast Mrs. June Simmons Perhaps one of our most important areas of study is the English language. Terms such as vocabulary, vernacular, syntax, research, biography, bibliography, term paper, footnote, compare, contrast, analogy. paradox, irony, concise, comprehension. composition and essay evolve from the foreign to the familiar. Mr. Joseph Me Elroy Chairperson Mrs. Beatrice Andrews Mrs. Iajis Blackman Mr. Fred Brown Miss Loistene Clark Miss Joan D’Alessio Miss Lelia Dinkins Miss Mar Ilya Feitel Mrs. Ruby Ismail Mr. Jesse Jones Mrs. Janice Melchiono Mr. Peter Steinberg Calculating calculus and geometry while finding unknown quantities of algebra and trigonometry brought our technological society from the abstract to the tangible. Mrs. Ruth Steisel. Chairperson Mr. Anthony Arena Mr. James Green Ms. Marla Jackson Mr. Peter Kopels Mr. John Tonero Mrs. Gloria Ulsamer Comment aller-vous? Que pasa? Languages are only for-cign to those who refuse to cross cultural and linguistic barriers. It is amazing how much we learn about ourselves when studying the idioms of others. Mrs. Lenora Damlano. Chairperson Mrs. Sannette Adams Mr. Enrique Enriquer Mr. Galo I'area Miss Barbara Robinson 2S Mr. Clifton Copper Mr. Bahig Micheal Theoretically, 90% of all of the scientists who ever lived are alive today. Studies in biology, botany, geology. physics, chemistry, and ecology analyze our environs and prepare us for the “Third Wave”. Mr. Ernesto Gonnella. Chairperson Mr. Lawrence Monaco Mr. Albert Ramon Mr. James Scala Craftsmen are artisans who use woods, metals, levels, saws, nails, hammers. T-squares, special pencils. rulers, sandpaper, shellac and paint. Mechanical drawing leads to architecture and engineering. With these tools we may build a better world. The Arts have evolved from the soul of human existence. Art is intriguing and aesthetically appealing. Music is universally soothing and stimulating. Together they paint a noteworthy picture of the tone of civilization. Ms. Valerie Floyd Mr. Gabriel Nevola Mr. Jon Zonda Mr. Waller Afflltto Mr. Michael A ngelo Miss Edith deVries Miss Carole Leone Time is money and vice versa; neither is to be wasted. These classes taught us how to “tend to our own business” Mrs. Cheryl Hawk, Chairperson Mr. Fred Engel a Mrs. Janice Patlock Ms. Gloria Pinckney Mr. Thomas Reilly Miss Barbara Zols Miss Yvonne Goylns Mrs. Edith Wells You may need stitches in your britches Or wish you could bake a cake . . . If you wish to design or desire to dine, ,Home Ec” instructs in dress and mess. 27 Mr. Charles Celia Mr. Era Cohen. Chairperson The annals of history arc shrouded by the gloom of war. Despite conquering all types of adversity, man's inhumanity to man seems unending. Yet a glimmer of hope remains in our hearts. Perhaps we can change things. Mr. John Feeney Mr. James Lennon Mrs. Joyce Moore Mr. John Probst Mr. Joseph Volpe Drug abuse is a social catastrophe. It harms everyone involved: parents. relatives. and neighbors. Wisdom compels us to become informed about the pros and cons of drug use and abuse. Mr. Steven Neb left Reading is a phenomenon that enables us to share the thoughts and experiences of total strangers. Miss Dorothy Matthews. Drug Educator The library is a resource center for private reading, research, and scholarship. It contains treasures which exceed monetary appraisal. 28 Miss Victoria Jakubiak Mrs. Joh nett a Merritt Ml Diane Charleton Mr. William Fleming Mr. Alexander lerubino I- 1 I Mr. Sidney Rothbard, Chairperson c. Driver education and human relations Anatomy and first aid stations Obesity relates to dietary abuse Atrophy results from lack of use You are what you eat. .. so they say Exercise each and every day Your body is a temple ... don't defile it. L. Mr. Horace Hooper Mr. Vincent Ryan All who wander are not lost. Some students require special care and instruction. Wc arc fortunate to have a team of caring individuals to assess and advise our special students. Mr . Judy Hamblin Mr . Clara Hargrave Mr . Angela Carnaaeiole Mr . Marie Pinto Miss Marie Powell All public institutions require reports, files, memorandums and accurate records. We have one of the most efficient corps of secretaries and clerks in the world. We appreciate your often overlooked talent and contributions. Mrs. Lillian Rosenbaum 30 Mr. Henry Rains Mr. Larry Thompson Cheeking ID cards, locking doors, securing the halls and assisting in maintaining an educational atmosphere has become essential in contemporary urban schools. Mr. William Kravit Senior Security Ms. Ernestine Smith Mr. James Wilson Mrs. Helen Jones Office Aide Mrs. Lorraine Serr Office Aide Mrs. Ann WiIlians Office Aide Mrs. Doris Kingsland Nurse Mrs. Mary Hannibal Nurse Mrs. Genevieve De Vone Speech Therapist 31 If an army moves on its stomach, the Vailsburg Vikings are sure to be conquerors. Nutrition is as important as information. Our cafeteria staff does a remarkable job of providing fine meals. Mrs. Rachel Roberson. Cook Mrs. Diane Alfano Mrs. Jennie Bell Mrs. Stella Loboda Mrs. Queen Richardson Mrs. Susan Sena tore Mrs. Calden Smith Mr. Charles Museara, Senior Custodian Cleanliness is next to godliness. Although we may not be able to see their wings, our custodial staff is full of saints We appreciate all you ha ve done to keep our school clean. Mr. Orlando Dato Mrs. Ruth Wood Jk , Mrs. Rose Burgo 32 SENIORS Kellie Adams A little gained honestly, is better Than great wealth gotten by dishonest means. Barbara Aliens Hunger is good. If it makes you work to satisfy it! Madeline Aleman Wisdom is better than gold. Understanding is belter than silver. Roger Aleong Idle hands are the devil’s workshop; Idle lips are his mouthpiece. Andre Scott and Cecilia Pullin apprehen- Newvella Alexander sively approach the main door. From a wise mind comes careful And persuasive speech. Calvin Allen Kind words are like honey— Enjoyable and healthful. Cynthia Alston Her beauty is to the bone In excellence she stands alone. Wetlande Arebelus It’s better to be slow-tempered than famous; It's belter to have self-control than control an army. 34 Tammir Arrington Good humor may be. The best dress in society. Kim Ales True merit is like a river; The deeper, the less noise. loin Bugle) From care I'm free! Why aren't they all like me?' Julius Baker If eyes were made for seeing. Beauty is its own excuse for being. Robin Baldwin If you wish to advance. Your merits you 're bound to enchance. Patti Ann Ballard There is a pleasure doing good Which sufficiently pays itself. June Baptist Beauty is her charm. She is definitely glib. Her wit can tingle a rib! Sally Barksdale Erie Barnes The smile that wins. There's much that's fine. But tell of days in goodness spent. To see and hear. 35 Chrlsliane He I jour Both quiet and nice. Willing to sacrifice Thurman Birrell Humor and intelligence. Mixed into a pleasant excellence Deborah Bolden All greatness is unconscious. Or it is little and naught Vincent Bell There is an hour On which your dream has power Anthony Belton A fool thinks he needs no advice. But a wise man listens to others. Michael Black With intent to be. A steadfast and faithful friend Yolonda Black The rainbow to the storm of left. The beam that smiles the clouds away Stacey Booker Good Nature and good sense. Are always joined together Frantrle Bourdeau Some noble work of love to do. Nor one bright hour to waste 36 Clarence Bradley With kindliest welcoming. With smiles like those of summer. David Brown Not given to vain suspicion. To trust a friend without condition. Senora Brown A constant friend is a thing. Rare and hard to find. Tarenda Bratcher A tongue that never fears. The truth to speak. Frank Bristol Gentle in manner. Firm in reality. David Brown A friend to all a foe to none. Treats all the same, slights not one. James Brown We never know how high we are. Until called upon to rise. Dwayne Bryant Fulfilling absolute decree. In casual simplicity. Yvonne Bryant I want to be Self-respecting and free. 37 Tonya Burney The mildest manner And the gentlest heart. Edmond Campbell A warm manner Reflects a gentle heart. Bonita Collins Good humor only teaches Charm to last. Yvonne Burroughs Air and manners all more Expressive than words. Mars a Cave Beauty is an understatement For one as gorgeous as you! Veronica Cooper Whoever sows good seed Shall surely reap greatness. Kettisha Byrd You have the boundless gift of beauty. Patricia Clowers See her wit. see her charm. A beautiful trophy on any man's arm! James Crawford They that love mirth Make sorrow sink. 38 Deborah Chandler The heart to conceive. All the hand to execute. Carol Crenshaw The name of friend is common. But faith in friend is rare. Mona Curry Silent and sensible. Fine and friendly. Jeffrey Clarke Oh! Blessed with the temper. To make tomorrow cheerful as today. Louis Cureton Life has loveliness to sell All splendid things. John Crawford God has sworn to lift on high Those who sink with true humility. Lori Crowley The reason firm, the temperate will Endurance foresight and skill. Otis Davis Derrick Dacosta Let quietness and confidence '■There's nothing so becomes a man. ’our strength As stillness and humility. 39 Renee Davis Friend is a word of royal tone. FYiend is a poem all alone. Maurice Detain Sucess is being big of heart, clean and broad of mind. Limmle Dickerson The world has nothing to bestow. From us our joys must flow. Mlrellle Dieujuste Not obscurely bright. But one living light. Etienne Deronceray Tis rare to be liked so quickly. From us our joys must flow. Chantal Dormius Humor has justly been regarded. As the finest perfection. Craig Douglas A few short years will shower. Riches and the pride of power. Ermite Dourilier And of all joys. The sweetest is to learn. Clay Dowdy Humanity and intelligence mixed. According to the perfect formular. 40 Cbristopaer Dubissette He that aims at the sky. Will never hit a tree. Reginald Edrington There is a pleasure in doing good Which sufficiently pays itself. Susan F.ntrminger With malice toward none. With friendship toward all. Wisdom is more to be envied Mar, Dubois Than riches. Actions are letters by Which we spell character. Cheryl Edwards “Work is done well When it’s done with will. Sandra Eley You've pleasant ways about you The kind that wins a friend. Crystal Epps A happy life consists In tranquility of mind. Michelle Epps Tall and cute Elegant, from head to boot 41 Kim Faller A wise women builds her house, while a foolish woman tears it down herself. Lisa Faniel A truthful witness never lies. A false witness always lies. Rodney Faniel ”A man 's good helps him all through life. while evil men are destroyed by their wickedness. Yolanda Fann The work of the wicked will perish. The work of the godly will flourish. Antoinette Foreman Curses chase sinners. While blessings chase the righteous. Vickie Forester Work brings profit. Talk brings poverty. Lynn Faniel If you are looking for advice, stay away from fools. Raymond Ferguson Wise men think ahead; Fools don’t and even brag about it. Cheryl Foster The common bond of rebels is their guilt. The common bond of godly people is good will. 42 Glenn Foster A fool is quick-tempered; A wise man stays cool when insulted. Sharon Glee There is fun in wisdom And wisdom is fun. William Gon aler Of all the crafts Honesty is the master craft! Renee Foster Anxious hearts are very heavy. But a word of encouragement does wonders. Jacqueline Golphin It is better to get your hands dirty, and eat. Than to be too proud to work, and starve. Derrick Goodwin A fellow with pleasant heart will be a success all his days. Ronald Gary Some people like to make cutting remarks; But the words of the wise soothe and heal. Marla Gonzalei The praise of women will pass Only what you do for god will last. Tawana Grace Good nature and good sense Are always joined together. 43 Dwayne Green A good man is guided by honesty. An evil man is destroyed by his dishonesty. Fr edge re Green Your soul is nourished when you are kind; It is destroyed when you are cruel. Gregory Green By searching for good you'll find God's-favor. Search tor evil and you'll find his curse. Calvin Hale Everyone admired a man with good sense. But a man with a warped mind is despired. Thomas Hamilton The wicked shall perish; The godly shall stand. Gregory Harris To quarrel with a neighbor is foolish; A person with good sense holds his tongue. Gwendolyn Harris A beautiful women lacking discretion. Is like a gold ring in a pig' snout. Berthaee Hart Trust in your money and down you go. Trust in God and flourish as a tree. Gloria Hart The good look forward to happiness. While evil experts only wrath. 44 Tanya Hart Anyone willing to be corrected Is on the path to life. Linda Harris Whoever refuses correction has lost the Path to life. Sherry Haskins To hate is to be a liar To slander is to be a fool. Dorothy Hester “The upright speak what is helpful The wicked speak rebellion. James Hutchinson A good person gives wise advice But the liar's counsel is shunned. ” Like Amid and Cecie we wondered what looms beyond that door. Melvlna Ingram A personality like this is rare. Depth and substance beyond compare. Dianna Hume God Protects the upright But destroys the wicked. Charlene Irving Pleasant sights and good reports gtve happiness and health. 45 Rino Israel A diligent worker. Determined to succeed. Dianne Jackson There is no poverty. Where there is virtue. ” Leslie Jackson Good sense and good nature. Are never separated. Theresa Jackson Quiet and industrious. Well liked by every one of us. Veronica Jackson Behind her quiet manner lies A charming person in disguise. Diane Helton Good nature is worth more Than knowledge. Alexis Henderson Grace is more valuable than beauty Sincerity is more priceless than duty . Terrance Henderson A sparkling eye. a light step Here’s a guy with lots of pep. Melvin Hickson The man with an empty head Claims that chivalry is dead. 46 Donald Hill What a shame to the lad who sleeps away his hour of opportunity Rachel Howard Above all else, guard your affections. For they influence everything else in your life. Trlna Hill Hay your name he honored in all generations, the nations of the earth will praise you forever. Taw ay n a Hudson Life is a song worth singing . . . Sing it! Erie Holmes Lazy men will be poor: Hard workers get rich. Judy Jobe Who can find a virtuous woman Her price is far above rubies. Eldia Johnson Her smile lights the sky on a dreary day. Karlin Johnson When you are a friend You have friends. Hark Johnson He that is slow to anger Is better than the mighty. 47 Mary Johnson Here is a lady. Light of step is she. Stacey Johnson He who is true to one friend Thus proves himself worthy of many. Andrea Jones She is a woman, one in whom Hath never lost its fresh perfume. Anthony Jones There is a pleasure doing good Which sufficiently pays itself. John Jones Oh' Blessed with the temper. To make tomorrow cheerful as today. Larry Jones The man who wins Is the man who thinks he can. Theresa Johnson She has a voice of gladness. A smile and eloquence of beauty. Bridget Jones With dimpling face. All full of grace. Robin Jones With your wisdom, develop common sense and good judgement. 46 Shaun Jones A little mischief by the way. A little fun to spice the day James Kemp ‘An ounce of mirth. Is worth a pound of sorrow. Elroy Lawson Why scratch with chickens. When you can fly with eagles. Tammy Jordan Always willing to lend a hand. Without an order or command. Anthony Kellam Modesty is a candle that. Glows with your merit. John lailinder To know a thing is nothing. Unless others know you know it. Peney Lapaix An honest man speaks Volumes without words. Denise Lee The wise are cautious and avoid danger. -4 fool plunges ahead with false confidence. ” Roderick Little All that glitters is not gold. Love can t be bought or sold. Hoy Longsworth He likes his music and his fun And is also liked by everyone. Delicie I.ope r Shining eyes, a smile of pearl She is a perfect girl. Gerald l.ove He means well And does as he means. Rosamond Lovell “To serve is her desire Something we all admire. Carla Luekey Hard work means prosperity Only a fools idles away his time. ” Saundra Luke Education is a treasure And culture never dies. Mae kens Lytbus A patient, tranquil spirit The first true gentleman. April Mahone A quiet tongue Makes a wise head. Tanetta Mandervllle Unsophisticated and sweet A combination hard to beat. 50 Earl Marlin He that aims at the sky. Will never hit a tree.” Kimberly Marlin Actions are letters by Which we spell character. Reginald Marlin Wisdom is more to be envied Than riches. Wendy Mathaek There is a pleasure in doing good Which sufficiently pays itself Lyvonna McGhee “Work is done well When it 's done with a will. Everll Mcl.can You've pleasant ways about you The kind that wins a friend. Alonro McNair “With malice toward none. With friendship toward all. Gary McNair A happy life consists In tranquility of mind. Robert McNair Greatness is measured by valor. Intelligence and integrity. 51 Kenneth Meiorn Self-control means controlling the tongue A quick retort can rum everything Jorge Merino A wise man doesn't display his knowledge. But a fool displays his foolishness. Audrey Miller Anxious hearts are very heavy. But a word of encouragement docs wonders. Evelyn Miller Truth stands the lest of time Lies are soon exposed Cornelia Mills Deceit fills hearts that plot evil; Joy fills those who plan for good Timothy Mitchell Crooks are jealous of each other's loot While good men long to help each other Dornita Moore God loves those who keep their promises and hates those who don't Mleheal Morris Hardwork means prosperity Only a fool idles away his time Satalle Morris Lazy people want much but get little While the diligent arc prospering 52 Sheila Murray Wnh dispost ion sweet and fair She faces the world without a care. AH Muhammad No great man ever Thought himself so.’ Timothy Myers Life has given me its best Laughter, joy and all the rest Heather Nelson No one knows what she ran do Until she tries. Lamont Nutter Self-respect The cornerstone of character Kathryn O’neil A happy smile for everyday To all who come her way. Ivyn Ormond Gentle in manner Firm in reality. Walter Outing True merit is like a river: The deeper, the less noise. S3 Robert Pan key Both quiet and nice. Willing to sacrifice Wayne Parks There is an hour on which your dream has power. Hemina Patel Humor and Intelligence. Mixed into a pleasant excellence. Jlgish Patel For he was a brave fellow. With eye and conscience clear Sanjay Patel Independent as the sun. Associates or glows alone. Crystal Pender Bright as a star Warm as the sun . Joseph Pender From care I'm free! Why arent't they all like me? Raymond Perez Life is short, cares will come You’re never to old to have fun. Rhonda Perry The smile that wins. But tell of days in goodness spent. S4 Theresa Pettus Why scratch with chickens When you can fly with eagles. Jesiea Pierson It's cute to be nice and nicer to be cute. Anthony Pittman A fool builds upon the sand: The wise build upon the rock. Rodney Pleasant A wise man controls his temper: He knows anger causes mistakes. Daryl Porter Nature made him what he is. And never made another. Ann Marie Powell The smile, like sunshine. Darts into many a sunless day. Joan Powell She brings all that is good And all that is fine. Ceeelia Pullin Nature made her what she is. And never made another. Eunice Raney Short and cute, that's what she is: At cheerleading, she's a whiz. 55 Pa tty Retd We never know how high we ore. Until colled upon to rise. Michelle Reid So absolute she. So well to know her own. Patrick Rhodes A friend to all. a foe to none. Treats all the same, slights not one. David Rios A constant friend is a thing Rare and hard to find. Steven Risers Men of few words Are the best men. Anthony Roberts God gives speech to all. And song to few. William Resto He goes and comes. Living a friendly word Robbie Rivers Personality is to a man What perfume is to a flower. Arnetta Roberts And of all joys. The sweetest is to learn. 56 Curtis Robinson Good humor may be The best dress in society. Flmer Rodgers A happy smile for everyday He gives all who come his way. Rice Robinson If you wish to advance Your merits you're bound to enhance. Armando Rodriguer No legacy is so rich As honesty. Steve Samaroo Kevin Salters A truthful witness never lies Only the good can giVc a(jvice a false witness always lies Rebels can't. Val Robinson Nothing is more honorable Than a grateful heart. Mercedez Rodriguez Sweetness and friendliness Add to your success. Michael Samuel Pride leads to arguments. Be humble take advice and become wise. 57 Andre Scott “The wisc arc promoted to honor. But fools are promoted to shame. Darrvl Scott May your name be honored in all generation: The nation of the earth will praise you forever Theresa Scott A wise youth makes hay While the sun shines. Arlene Sleby “What a shame to the women Who sleep away her hour of opportunity. “ Denenne Selby “Women with common sense are admired as counselors; Those without it are beaten as servants. Rodney Shelton Lazy men are soor poor: Hard workers get richer. Ronnell Simmons Knowing god results in every other kind of understanding. Benjamin Singleton With some wisdom develop common sense And good judgement. Andrew Smith Above all else guard your affection for They influence everything else in your life. 58 Harvey Smith A wise man controls his temper He knows anger causes mistakes Perry Etta Smith It is better to eat soup with someone you love Than to eat steak with someone you hate ___ Tyrone Smith Pleasant sights and good reports give Happiness and health David Sneed A wise man holds his tongue Only a fool blurts out everything he knows Robin Spells The difference between childhood and adulthood lies in handling responsibility. Claude St. Fleur Silent and sensible Fine and fnendly Michael St. Jean There’s nothing so becomes a man As stillness and humility William Stanford The smile like sunshine warms many a sunless day. ” Diana Steward Some noble work of love nor one bright hour to waste. 59 Jacquclcnc Stuart The name of friend is common But faith in friend is rare Ada Sutton She was she was fa,r If eyes were made for seeing None on carlh above her Then beauty is its own excuse for being Saun Swint A sparkling eye a light step Here's a man with lots of prep. Steven Swinton The smile that wins But tell of days in goodness spent Felicia Tate Deep Hearted Pure One perfect rose Deborah Taylor Sophisticated and sweet: A combination hard to beat. Ann Thomas The only jewel that will decay Is knowledge Ellis Thomas See the conquering hero come. Sound the trumpet beat the drum. 60 Rodney Thomas .Music is the prophet art Among the gift god hath sent. Sharon Thomas There is no greater compliment Than to be well liked. Erie Thornton He fools around and has his fun Rut you'll find his work’s done. Simone Thursday Well done is better Than well said. Angela Tillman Quiet, sweet and debonair She doesn't seem to have a care . Marvlna Turner Life has loveliness to sell All splendid things. Marianella Vat alio Silent and sensible. Fine and friendly. Mar it a Velei Her cheerfulness wins friends Wherever she goes. Angela Walker Heart on her lips And soul within her eyes . Sandra Wallace Much mirth and no sadness All good and no badness Valerie Weal To be good is noble. To show others is noble Carrltt White Nothing great was ever Achieved without enthusiasm Cynthia White It's nice to be natural When you're naturally nice. Cheryl Whitaker The merry twinkle in her eye. Proves that mischief lurks nearby. James White A quiet mind is richer Than a crown. Rickey White There is no knowledge That is not power. Claudine Williams A faithful friend is The medicine of life. Cynthia Williams It is hard to stop a quarrel once it starts; so don’t let it begin. 62 Felicia Williams Don’t tell your secrets to a gossip Unless you want them broadcast to the world. Ware Williams Any fool can learn by experience the wise learn wisdom from the wise. Vanessa Williams The lord hates the gift of the wicked But delight in the prayer of his people. Gwendolyn Williams Punishment that hurts Chases evil from the heart. JaneI Williams Good sense is far more valuable than gold or precious jewels. Mari Williams If you have good eyesight and heanng thank god who gave them to you. Roselle Wilson A soft answer turns away wrath But harsh words cause quarrels. Patsy Williams If you sleep too much the days will pass by. Shawn Wilson Gentle words cause life and health griping brings discouragement Bernard Wimberly Happy is the generous man. The one who feeds the poor . Clarence Bradley ponders Anthony Kel- Erie Win go lam wonders I may not be all that I will be. But 1 am somebody . 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Robinson D. Robinson H Roche S. Rose W. Rose T. Rouse A Santiago S. Scott J Seardy R. Sherrxxl A. Shabazz N. Silua C. Simmons J. Simmons J. Simpson J. Simpson A. Smith E. Smith S. Smith L Snelborough A. Sprankle C. Stanely A. Stanford D. Stanislaus M, Stroud D. Sutton B. Swanson W. Smith A Taylor A Taylor I. Thompson C. Thurman W. Todd D. Toussamt J. Turner B. Tyson V. Virola P. Wadley S. Walker M Walker C. Warren C. Warren A Water E. Waynick E. Williams H. Williams J. Williams J William L. Williams O. Williams T. Williams D. Wilson T. Wise J Woolford E. Worthington D. Wynn Just What’s In Store For The Viking Class Of ’84 ? 74 CRAZY CANDIDS “Vernry Interesting . . . Not this book!!' EI-e-e-leven ” “I'm liberated” ‘Oh, what a man. Did Sugar Ray get started this way? I don't accept bribes! Do you see it yet? Some day we’ll be great' You’ve got problems . . . 77 “Do I really need it?” “And a little of that. BEAUTY CARE FROM FASHION FAIR “Your hair requires care.” El lie Winslow, skin care specialist “I know I look good No matter you view. Viking women are gorgeous. It won't bite you. Even the underclassmen were photographed this year. Smile? Pretty please???’ DELMA DEFINITELY MADE A DIFFERENCE Put your finger right there. Tilt your head a little more, please? ■ ■ m Hold this please? LET'S GET PHYSICAL!!! Ijet me hear K I your body talk Gas prices dipped a little . .. Barney Clark received an artificial hear E. T. finally phoned home . . . Things became “smurfy as litth captured our imagination . . . Pac Man fever gobbled our pock arcades. . . Ms. Pac Man was more than Pac Man w Those imaginary creatures inspirec dance steps ... Can you still d American cars became more cc cign competition .. . X. K. and Esvmholized several t vnr Mayor _______________________________ _____________ ‘ BAi LY MIDWAY MFG CO All r� «rv d Ml Rocky Robinson Cecelia Pullin i i Vickie Forester Wayne Parks Patti-Ann Ballard Keith Durden David Rios Theresa Johnson 84 Curtis Robinson Elmer Rogers Cecil Fyffe Glenn Foster Theresa Jackson % Maritza Velez Sharon Thomas John Jones Jr. Stacy Johnson Otis Davis Maria Luisa Michelle Epps Marva Cave Steve Swinton 85 Lights! Cameras! Action! Oh no, not you How about doing it this way God Bless the Child Hey, Saeed! Sha’ll do it. You're not the real Stephanie. Coach Jones? Ain’t no mountain high enough No river wide enough To keep me from you I did my best Take the best To find a way And make it better To make it right Just Once . . . Hide 'em Cowboy Baby Sidney lndividu.ih.-n Smooth Suiter Goldbrtcker tip I... Down “EL SID ” RETIRES AFTER 38 What generation gap??? 500 Washboards We love our grandpa YEARS OF DEDICATION . Ready? Beginf Looking Good! Picnic Anyone? I’m not Stevie, I'm better. I know it’s boring This is how it is You’ve taught me. . . Let me teach you? Everything’s cool. Super Hooper Really? Who knows? Parlez Vous Fran-cais? At Last! Java! No wonder he has nice hands. Well you finally got it. That's it, right there. So, you failed me, huh? Wake me when you're done. PATRONS OF Roaaell Simmons (At Left) is serious about becoming a strong link in the community. THE YEAR Roy Longsworth (Bottom Right) casually cools out. Glen Foster (At Right) helps Cecelia Pullin get in the swing of things. Bonita Collins (Below)has a continental attitude about her destiny. Dawn Wynn (At Right) will light up someone’s life. Vickie Forester (Below) spins into her future aspirations. Steve Swinton and Veronica Jackson (Bottom Right) are just two of our sensational seniors. Bridget l Tyson Miss Junior Tonja Poinselte Miss Freshman THE 1982-83 June Baptist Miss Senior H O M E Q C V O E M E I JV N s c Yolonda Fann Gwen Cohen Miss Vailsburg Miss Sophomore NfWAftK CITY SCHOOLS STADIUM w VIKING METTLE WINS MEDALS James Crawford Seldom has any school been fortunate enough to have a coach who dominates a sport. Under the tutelage of Coach John Tonero, Vailsburg High has begun to dominate Cross Country. Coach Tonero's athletes, both male and female teams are respected throughout New Jersey. Our great Viking runners had to traverse 5,000 meters Mike Black Andrew Smith (Top left to right) M. Hill. A. Barbour. A. Thomas. R. Bowers. L. Nutter. A. Smith, C. Langley, J. White. J. Crawford. T. Rouse (Bottom left to right) Coach J. Tonero. G. Smith. M. Black. L. Cureton. C. Rice. K. Taylor. G. Smith. D. Wynn. A. Irons Lois Cureton (captain) (3.1 miles) to beat the elements, their opponents and the clock to claim victory. We are proud of those of you whose blood, sweat and tears won glory and positive recognition to Vailsburg High School. We will cherish the memory of those glorious days in September, October and November. James White (captain) Lamont Nutter (Top left to right) M. Black. L. Nutter. A. Smith. J. Crawford. L. Cureton. J. White. L. Nutter. A. Smith M. Black (front) J. (Bottom left to right) E Johnson. L. Cureton. J. White. M. Epps Crawford (Top I to r)H. Jones. A. Burns. L. Williams. T. Williams. M. Epps. K. Marsh. T. Baptist. C. Pierre (Bottom I to r) Coach J. Tonero. S. Williams. L. Galbreath. K. Little. A. Braithwaite. P. Stanley. E. Johnson Michelle Epps (captain) Eldia Johnson (captain) Boys Varsity Honors Undefeated in Dual meets City Champs 3rd Place: Essex County Championships 2nd Place: New Jersey State Sectionals Girls Varsity Honors Undefeated in dual meets City Champs Essex County Champs 3rd Place: New Jersey State Sectionals 5th Place: Group III State Championship 99 Reggie Martin Ellis Thomas Mike Undscy Walter Outing Larry Jones Robert McNair Robert Pankey Timothy Myers Darryl Scott Steve Canterbury Karim Johnson Mark Williams Erie Thorton Ron Gary Thurman Bizell Harvey Smith Top row L to R: R. Braith waite. D. Howard. C. Cave. A. McNair. T. Bizell. R White. T. Bennett. R. White. C. Burton. M William. K. Farrington. M. Lindsey. L. Simpkins. E. Thorton. I. Boswell. R. Gary. R. Daniels. K. Gerald. R. Taylor. W. Outing. H. Smith. G. Bailey. K. Foster. S. I e-may. S. Rose. Bottom row L to R: R. Dun-las. C. Hargrove. R. McNair. D. Scott. L. Jones. K Johnson. S. Canterbury. E. Thomas. R. Martin. R. Pankey. S. Rudolph 101 Assistant Coaches Smith, Brown, and Zenda ponder . . . What do we do when everyone seems against us.. . Let Mike throw a few bombs to ... . and Coach Jones’ complaints fall on deaf ears? .. . guess who? Dig in and play some DEFENSE! Spring Walt’s juice loose ... ... for a few TD’s. HITMEN AND GRIDIRON Groans, grunts, and pounding pads amid dusty duels . . . Ferocious football is purposefully played against obstinate opponents ...Vying valiantly and striving stupendously to port pigskin . . . 102 ... Across a silly little line. Cheating shows . . . never goes . . . Barringer’s Bears are Beaten iNtftAfr a nr school mawum PROJECT PRIDE Larry fixes his mouthpiece The Lindsey-Jones Era Ends Touchdown! Ellis Thomas scores Hargroves hands are harbingers of future Viking victories 103 Undefeated City Champions Steve Samaroo Tony Warren Will the real football players please win another championship? Under the coaching of Anthony Arena, the Vails-burg Viking Soccer Team dominated the Newark City League and gave fits to several suburban teams. The Vikings used a stingy defense and tenacious offense to garner an impressive record. Raymond Perez (Bottom l-r)J. Saintzare. Af Mejia. C. Gayle. S. Ayala. R. Perez. D. Sanchez. P. Sakhiengchank. J. Ayala. B Melfiende, C. Alvarez (top 1-r) (Top l-r) J. Merino, B. Powell. D. Second In Essex County 104 Kerry Hume Rmo Isreal 19 Wins 2 Losses 1 Tie David Brown Garfield Phillips Top scorers Garfield Phillips 33 goals Derrick Da Costa 26 goals Both Garfild and Derrick were selected to all-city. All County and All-states Allstars teams. Joining these offensive magicians in these honors was Ray Perez, our acrobatic goaltender. Brown. D. Da’Costa. M. Samuel. K. Hume. J. Merino. R. Isreal. S. Sa-maroo. T. Warren. G. Phillips. Coach Arena Derrick DaCosta Fifth In New Jersey Jeorge Merino Micheal Samuel ios Tommy Hamilton David Rios Edmond Campbell Wayne Parks Benjamin Singleton Curtis Robinson Back row: W. Parks. L. Bryant. C. Warren. D. Jackson. C. Justice. I. Brockington. D. Rios. B. Singleton. A. McRae. T. Wise. B. Harris. A. Smith. C. Stanley. F. Jackson. J. Resto, B. Nolan. S. DcCosta. J. Cordero. K. Daniels. P. Smith. E. Barksdale. D. Bullock. E. Pacheco Front row: R. Jackson. C. Robinson. J. Turnage. L. Layton. E. Campbell. R. Charles. N. Medlin. T. Nolan The 1982-83 Marching Band 106 Cheryl Whitaker Gwen Gncr Carla Luckey The Marching Band struts their stuff and bounces to the rhythmic beats of our awesome drumline. The twirlers twist and flip thier batons to add flare to our parade. The 1983 Viking Baton Twirlers Hack row. L. Fann. A. Oliver. T. Haywood. R Herring. M. Weaver. Front row: C. Luckcy. A. Walker. Y Fann 107 June Baptist Janet Williams Dawn Winn Patricia Clowers Yolonda Black Lacrisha Grier Sareka Baptist Linda Hams Cute and adorable . . .that's what they are Opulent while performing their show Lovely and as charismatic as a star Our Color Guard have a meritorious glow Rhythm in their souls and rhyme In their heart. Renca Davis Deborah Taylor Mary Johnson Christian Beljour (from left to right) H. Tyson. M. Turner. C. Williams, D. Taylor, M. Johnson, N. Deloach. C. Williams. W. Smith, D. Winn. P. dowers. C. Pul I in. J. Baptist. R. Davis. A. Hicker-son. 11. Grier. V. Forester. B. Bryant. C. Williams. B. Jordan. C. Beljour. V Reid. C. Crenshaw Advisor Miss Barbra Robinson Colorguard Captains Giving the fans a feeling of pep Under any circumstances they perform their part And never fail to keep in step Raising the spirits of the crowd Dance, Color Guard, dance . . . everyone is proud Cornelia Mills Claudine Williams Sharon Glee 109 Eunice Raney Marva Cave Cheerleaders are young ladies who encourage and excite the fans. They are beautiful representatives of Vails-hurg High. In any kind of weather, cold or hot. on the field or in the gym. they cheer our team onto spectacular victories. (back row Left to right) A Brower. A. Tillman. R. Austin. S. Winn. T. Grace. V. Covington. D. Harris, T. Johnson. M Layton. (front row left to right) M. Cave. M. Ingram. C. Alston. A. Jones, (not shown) Pamela Chandler no Mel vina Ingram Andrea Jones Angela Tillman Theresa Johnson Cynthia Alston Ta wanna Grace Deborah Chandler Miss Robinson confers with co-captains. WE ROCK THIS HOUSE!!! Bottom RowLefl-to-Right: D. Harris. A. Jones. M. Ingram. M. Cave. M. Layton. Top Row Left-to Right Mrs Salerno. C. Pullin. R. Austin. A. Browers. T. Grace. T. Johnson. C. Alston. A. Tillman. P. Chandler. J Baptist V Forester. ' To A a Athlete Dying Young The time you won your town the race We chaired you through the marketplace Man and boy stood cheering by. And home wc brought you shoulder-high. Today, the road all runners come. Shoulder-high we bring you home. And set you at your threshold down. Townsman of a stiller town. Smart lad. to slip betimes away From fields where glory does not stay. And early though the laurel grows. It withers quicker than the rose. Eyes the shady night has shut Cannot see the record cut. And silence sounds no worse than cheers After earth has stopped the ears: Now you will not swell the rout Of lads that wore their honors out. Runners whom renown outran And the name died before the man. So set. before its echoes fade. The fleet foot on the sill of shade. And hold on to the low lintel up The still-defended challenge-cup. And round that early-laureled head Will flock to gaze the strengthless dead. And find un withered on its curls The garland briefer than a girl’s. lf IUw.rd Hou.m.o AND REASON RHYME Paul Murray- Fallen Soccer Hero WINNERS AND LOSERS Winners are always a part of the answer Losers are always a part of the problem A winner always has a program A loser always has an excuse A winner sees a green near every sand trap A loser sees two or three sand traps near every green A winner says. “Let me do it for you A loser says. That’s not my job A winner sees an answer for every problem A loser sees a problem in every answer A winner will say. It's difficult but it's possible A loser mumbles. It may be possible but it’s too difficult Winners are always a part of the answer Losers are always a part of the problem Author Unknown 113 GETTING A GRIP ON THINGS Don’t Worry, Coach . . . . Sometimes You’re Up . . . Sometimes You ’re Down . . . Above center. Coach Jones ponders his plight Center Life. Mike grabs hold Center Right, Mark Carter sets Bottom Center. Chris dances Wrestling is a sport which requires tireless dedication. Contrary to popular opinion, although strength is important. the best wrestlers use a senes of moves and countermoves as well as quickness to beat an opponent. Coach Jones is a superior wrestling instructor. This year we were competauve. Next year we'll be champs But We’ll Get Back On Our Fleet 114 With Hard Work And Determination Rodney Braithwaite prepares to scalp”a Red Raider. We’ll Be Number 1 Again By Cradling, Countering, Pressing And Pinning Chris James plans to pin his victim. 115 Rob McNair Andrew Turner REBOUNDING AND REBUILDING Anthony K el lam Dwane Green (L to R) Coach Tom Reilly. M. Brunson. S. Swinton. D. Green. L. Jones. A. Turner. J. Williams. R. McNair. A. Kellam. J. McNiel. E. Peat. Assistant Coach Anthony Arena. Coach Reilly diagrams the X's and O’s for his team (left) The loss of Emmett Sellars and Bruce Johnson left a tremendous vacuum. To fill the void Coach Reilly fashioned a new offense under the leadership of Steve Swinton. Rob McNair became “chairman of the boards. At right, Coach Arena prepares the Junior Varsity for possible service next year. We are confident that you will rebound back to championship caliber very shortly. Andrew taps it to Steve. Come, on, Fellas ... It’s only a game. Dwayne outlets to Swint. Anthony's anguish ... Gooch”goes for two. RISING TO THE OCCASION Marvin Brunson may be next year’s PG. Turner and McNair rose above their opponents. CAGEY LADY VIKES THE LYNN KENNEDY SHOW OK, Ladies . . . Play defense and get the ball to Lynn Dorothy Hester Theresa Pettus Coach Ryan and the entire Vails-burg H.S. community were fortunate enough to have witnessed the talented Lynn Kennedy. Perhaps. Vailsburg's Athlete of the Year. Lynn totally dominated the Newark City League, lead us to a Christmas Tourney Championship in Nutley and rose to the level of stardom that most people would be content with merely dreaming about. Lynn is the first basketball player, male or female, in Newark history to score more than 2,000 points in a high school career. She is also the only girl in Essex County with such an accomplishment. Kelly Tripucka, now with the Detroit Pistons of the NBA. is one of the select few males to have achieved such scholastic scoring statistics. Furthermore, she is a beautiful person as well. With Lynn’s departure, Coach Ryan will have a tremendous offensive vacuum to fill. No worry Folks! Cheryl Curley and Jackie Deloach will fill the void quicker than Mr. Hooper can press the point button on the scoreboard. Of course, we will miss Lynn's cool, calm, collected and consistant temperament and point production. Good Luck, Lynn. Take heart Vin ... The Lady Vikes will continue to win. N. Dunson. . Brockmgton. K. Rawis. C. Simmons. D. Hester. Coach Vincent Ryan. L. Kennedy. J. Deloach. S. Wright. D. O'Meal ly. T. Pettus 119 Michelle calls cadence Captains Eldia Johnson (center) and Michelle Epps (right) lead the stretch lap. Melanie's Shot Out Jackie’s got the Juice Watch Claudinette fly. Where’s Coach Hooper? Super Frosh Lisa Williams Lisa's goals are high Anthony Thomas Louts Cureton One lap to go James White Timothy Myers Under Coach Hooper, the Vikings became a dominant force. Essex County Open Champs. 2nd. Place Essex County Relays. 2nd Place NJ Relays. NJ Group III open Champs. Indoor Gold And Glory Kerry Gerald Ellis Thomas Walter Outing Coach Tonero's record is unparalleled in the annals of Girls' Track. EZscx County Relay Champs Essex County Open Champs NJ Group III Relay Champs 2nd Place NJ open 3rd Place East Coast Invit. (2 mile relay) Harvey Smith BATS AND BASES Ray Perez The Varsity Baseball Team, under Coach Engel, had only two returning seniors this year. We are proud of their representation of Vailsburg and the Class of ‘83 Like their counterparts, the Varsity Softball Team, only had two reluming seniors. With outstanding athletes like them, it's no wonder that Coach Ryan is a successful coach. Maria Gonzalez GALS AND GLOVES Arnetta Roberts 122 At right: Coach Ier-ubino stands with Ronald Nelson and Sterling Lovell. Below: Ron and Sterl display their winning form. FORE!!! CONCENTRATION, FORM, AND ACCURACY ARE PAR FOR VIKINGS Nice stroke! Follow through Head down Who'll pass the baton when Michelle and Eldia are gone? Or the Faster . .. SETTING A Than Fastest Frosh ... PACE Squatting (l-r) S. Norman. G. Griffith. L. Roberts. D. Lucas. T. Williams. A. Paris. P. Stanley Standing (!-r) P. Clowers. J. Tonero. R. Burrell. A. Burns. H. Jones. S. Thomas. T. Grace. M. Epps. And discover M. Brown. K. Little. L. Galbreath, C. Pierre. L. Epps. J. Peters. S. Williams. C. Celia We’re still §H The senoirs on this team ... Kneeling (l-r): K. Taylor. C Langely. E. Harris. S. Matthews. G. White. F. Miller standing (l-r): E. Barksdale. Coach C. Smith. A. Thomas. L. Cureton. L. Nutter. I. Boswell. K. Gerald. W. Outing. Coach H. Hooper. A. Christy. L. Layton Jog with the juniors... And stride with the sophmores. SWIFTER THAN THE WIND They help each other stretch ... Practice under unusual conditions... And run with all their hearts! Student Council Advisors Miss Clark and Mrs. Pinckney with Soph. Representatives: (I to D N. Medlyn. M. Ford. F. Cooley. A Chris Madyn. Frosh Representative. Browers. M Layton (top in back) P Chandler Student Council Officers: (I to r) M. Reid (Sec.). P. Johnson Close up Club: (I to r) M Samuel. T. Williams. S. Thuesday. P. (Treas.). C. Bradley (V. Pres ), M. Reid (Corres. Sec.). S. Thuesday Johnson. M. Reid. M. Reid. Miss Clark. B. Harris. C. Bradley. (Pres.) Jr. Representatives: (I to r) T. Williams. M. Reid. A. Smith. C. Simmons, (front) L. Williams. C. Gregory. P. Johnson. B. Harris. L. Booker. L. Bryant. K. Jinks. M. Reid. Sr. Representatives: (I to r) G. Love. G. Hart. M. Reid. F. Tate. F. Greene. S. Thuesday. M. Samuel. C. Bradley, (on desk) L. Jackson. T. Grace. P. Clowers STUDENT COUNCIL 126 Senior Class Officers Standing: Miss D'Alcssio. Rodney Pleasant. Michelle Epps. Marva Cave. Harvey Smith. Patsy Williams. Seated: Clarence Bradley (Treasurer). Eunice Raney (Secretary) Reggie Martin (President). Veronica Cooper (Vice-President). Ivyn Ormond. Missing: Darryl Scott (Vice-President). Rachael Howard (Secretary) The Vailsburg H.S. Jazz Ensemble (lA'ft to right) Darius Jackson. Andrew Smith. Bonita Bryant. Reggie Charles. John Turnage. Curtis Robinson. Juan Toledo. Mr. G. Nevelo. Advisor Mr. Nevola conducts a Christmas concerto. Our string section is sensational. Music is reflective of the harmony which can be found in the human spirit. The human voice is our primary instrument Whether Classical or Pop. Gospel or Rhythm and Blues. Jazz or Funk, people love to hear harmonious melodics. To master a musical instrument is to capture one of Life's most precious gifts. Bonita Bryant and Mr. Nevola perform a beautiful duet. A little bit of jazz adds pizzazz. And a one. and a two . . . Pianissimo dolce legato Debbie’s soul. Crescendo Chorus! Jeff and Robin's Duet A few parents listen in. Eric’s solo and Under Mrs. Floyd's tutelage the chorus emerged into a harmonious blend of voices. The Christmas concert was a success despite technical difficulties. Even Carl Sharif, our Board President and Dr. Columbus Salley, the Executive Superintendent, took notice. f) A AlCt? (R L) Phyllis Ciesienski, Trudy Pitts, Inos Bilal, Brenda Childs, Mrs. Hamblin ¥ Tf? Mss+i t (Advisor) Lisa Faniel, and Clara Suriel ' (L-R) top: Chris Warren, Advisor Mr. Nevola, Juan Toledo, Anthony Thomas, C rriA grt Cauell Lott, (kneeling) Arthur McCray, Curtis Robinson, John Turnage � o W7� f j7 IJAktaL Not shown Pat Clowers, Tanetta Manderville x MAlld W 130 Whether assisting the cheerleaders and serving the community, the VYSC can be counted on to make a positive contribution. Vailsburg Youth Service Club (L-R) Mrs. Rice. L Bryant (Captian). R. Guzman. T. Manderville. S. Daniels. M. Irby. C. Pender (Co-Captain). C. Young. K. Alston. L. Edwards. D. Little. C. Jinks Canvasmg and serving the needy Caucusing and exchanging ideas TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS 1 Seated: Miss Leone. Advisor. Front Row (L-R): L. Bryant. K. Ates. M. Turner. A. Business Club Officers (L-R) Standing (L-R): Henderson. F. Green. V. Cooper. V. Reed. Y Fann Back row (L-R): K. Adams. J. J. Baptist (President). F. Green. Secretary) Baptist. V. Forester. C. PuJJm. T. Manderville. R. Longsworth. M. Cave. C. White Seated (L-R): V. Forester (Treasurer). Y. Fann (Vice-President) The Stephen Crane Chapter Of The National Honor Society Seated (L-R): Mananella Vassallo. Derrick DaCosla. Margaret Reid. Mireille Diejuste Standing: Bertharee Hart. Simone Thuesday. Denise Lee. Michelle Reid Missing from picture: June Baptist. Reginald Charles. Veronica Cooper. Cheryl Curley. Yolanda Fann. Paulette Johnson. Paul Mattia. Vivian Pacheco. Marjone Reid DEBATE ANYONE? (L-R) Margaret Reid, John Harmon, Mrs. Andrews, Advisor John Simmons, Marjorie Reid. H SHAKIRAHS PLACE 273 16th Avenue Newark, New Jersey “Where It's Happening!’’ THE 1983 VALKYR!AH STAFF Advisor: Wayne Slappy Editor-In-Chief: Reggie Martin Managing Editor: lA n Crowley layout Editors - Eunice Raney. Robin Spells, and Stacey Johnson Copy Editor - Evelyn Barksdale Photo Editors - I amis Cureton and Gilbert Hernandez Art Editor - Steve Rivers Diction Editors - Denise l ee and Clarence Bradley Sports Editors - Darryl Scott and Michelle Epps Promotion Managers: Andre Scott and James Hutchins Ad. Sales Mgr. - Sweden Aleong Fund Raising Mgrs. - Marva Cave and Deborah Chandler Book Sales Mgr. - Bridge tt Tyson Circulation Mgr. - La von l ayton Business Manager: Patricia Clowers Advertising Accounts Mgr. - Harnett Gner Yearbook Accounts Mgrs - Judy Jobe and Natalie Morris Fund Raising Acc. Mgr. - Mana Gonzalez Executive Secretary: Tanetta Manderville Asst. Exec. Secretaries - Delancey Allen and June Baptist Typists - Vickie Forester. Deborah Taylor. Roy Longsworth. Cynthia Alston. Marva Cave. Mana Gonzalez. Ann Thomas. Etienne Deronceray. Michelle Reid and Marjorie Reid DO YOU JUST BELONG? Are you an active senior. .. the kind that would be missed? Or are you just contented, 'cause your name is on the list? Are you the type of senior who mingles with Slappy's flock? Or do you just come to school to criticize and knock? Do you attend the meetings to help the work load along? Or are you just satisfied to know that you belong? Are you an active senior, who'll get right in and mix? Or do you just come to school to talk about the cliques? Are you an active senior.. . the type that success adore? Or do you sit in class and repeat It's a bore ? Are you the type of senior who does everything on time? Or are you one of those whose always left behind? Tell me. senior, do you criticize your school for what they do not do? Yet. when they give something, you always count out you. Think this over senior. . . You know right from wrongI Are you an active senior, or DO YOU JUST BELONG? Melvins Ingram Madeline Aleman Mary L. Johnson Gloria Hart Veronica Cooper Calvin Hale Bonita Collins Bridgett Jones Yolanda Victoria Janet Williams Angela Walker Julius Baker Roselle Wilson Tanetta L. Manderville Kellie Adams Gerald Love Patricia Clowers 134 Steven Rivers Carol Crenshaw Kimberly Martin Dianna Stewart Judy Ann Jobe June Baptist Jacqueline Golphin Christiane Beljour Roy Longsworth Jr. Dawn Wynn Wendy Mashack Etienne Deronceray US Bonnie Levi, Hey. Stacey! How does this contraption work? They call me “The Cropper THE 1983 VALKYRIAN STAFF Daniel Webster directed the Delma tour. John Murray and Deborah confer with a technician. Harriett and Tanetta. Calvin and Natalie editing proofs. Maria and Darryl prepare layout sheets. Oh, no! Look at my tie!?! LETTING IT ALL LAYOUT e blemishes” Harnett cutting' up - Homeroom 032 Top Earl Martin. Frank Bristol, Tammie Arrington. Glenn Foster. Michelle Hayes. Chantel Dormus, Chris Wiggings. Rhonda Baldwin. Sandra Luke. Limmie Dickerson. Mr. fonero Middle: Demetrius Molette. Roselle Wilson. Crystal Pender. Lynn Faniel. Crystal Epps. Tawana Grace. Dianna Stewart Bottom Sanjay Patel. Rickey White. Timothy Brown. Mark Johnson. lx me Collier. Tyrone Smith. Steven Rivers Homeroom 303 First row: T. Myers. J Hutchins. A Belton. S. Wallace Second row: J Golphin. D. Jackson. T. Hart. P. Reed Third row: M. Curry. Mrs. Moore. J. Jobe. C. White. W. Archelus. A. Tillman. Homeroom 111 Backrow: J. Golson. S. Mann. A. Graham. B. Ellis. D. McDaniel. M. Davis. A. Davis. Mrs. L. Blackman. Row2:S. Wilson. L Rodgers. C. Jenkins. T. Jackson. T. Ferguson. D. Gardner. E. Bryant. J. Quinones. T. Dent. L. Vazquez. S. Homer. Row 3: D. Dollier. Y. Jones. D. Jenkins. S. Camby. A. Paris. G. Griffith. D. Fudge. Row 4 A. Hill. D. Wynn. J. Lalimore. C. Madyun. C. Alvarez. J. Santiago 138 .1 Kneeling J. Mon no. C. Crenshaw. M Curran. C. St-Fleur. Middle A. Thomas. T. Hill. N. Morris. I. Bagley. R. Foster Standing L. Singleton. P Lapaix. G. Love. H. Roche. J. Lalindcz. D. Rios. A. Sutton. R. Thomas Missing: i5. Haskins. S. Hayward. L. Fame!. D. Chandler. Mr. John Feeney. Homeroom 010 HOMEROOM 310 Kneeling H. Acevedo. C. Hale. D. Porter. W. Stanford. T. Henderson. Seated Y. Smith. C. Beljour. D. Bolden. S. Thomas. A. Henderson. B. Blake, A. Foreman. R. Perry. 1st Standing Row W. Parks. A. Mahone. B Wright. T Pettus. G. Hart. P Ballard. G. Williams. D. Lee. 2nd Standing Row W. Gonzalez. V. Bell. B. Baskerville. J. Green. A. Turner. S. Leonardis. E. Campbell. D. Bryant. C. Pull in. A. Jones. HOMEROOM 021 Top H Nelson. S. Glee. S Thuesday. D Brown. T. Manderville. R. Martin. D. Green. E. Wingo. L Crowley. C. Bradley. P. Mattia. I. Ormond. Middle M. Dieujuste. K Adams. S. Barksdale. V. West. S. Wilson. D. Selby. K. Swain. J. Pierson. M. Rodriquez. M Gonzalez. Mr. Lennon. Seated S. Elley. M. Ingram. P. Clowers. E. Raney. R. Spells. K Oneil. 139 SHELIA: We wish you a lot of uck future. We both feel proud to have a daugh AUDREY: We love you and are success. We are looking ■ achievements. We wis. I Aim and the Um RINO: success m the lucky and you. Wilson Murray of your present ard to your future joy. Sincerely, Willie Wilburt Iphonso Miller Jr. want to say I am confident I am that you will al best. Second, I want to say I am saying this to you more often. )u and how lys do your ry for not Love. DAD We are very proud of you, and I Spuldn’t hope for a better son. We wish you happiness and success in your future. Love, MOM Carolyn Jones DEAR ERIC: Just wanted to tell you how mud let you know how proud we are wish you happiness and success With love, Mr. Mrs. Beni Barnes goal and go for it You have to be an adult. So study hart degree. DARYL: We are so proud of you and a, our son. We wish you all the world in all of your endeavor . very much. ? Mr we care and of you. We DEAR MERCEDES: You have made us all very pr love you and wish you ha Love, tom Jimm M itchy, id you are 'ess in the love you Mrs. Porter )f you. We always. ith. Palsy. Milly We love. ou and wish the best in life for you. The step voumave made has been a large one. We arc . i Hd of you. Look ahead positi vely for nothin § is Impossible. Long life, much hap-and suet ess in all your endea vors. Love always. _____ Wilhelmina S. J. Scott, Sisters and Grandparents PATTI-ASi Congratul LOVE. ureyour perserverance will reward r nre nrr r: you. STEVE: Your brothers, sister and I love you d and 1 look forward to you achieving g things because we are so happy for you. Mom and the ter rest. THURMAN, Jr.: .. ... Your mother and father are proud of your present success. We hope in the near future that you will achieve your goals and beco great man _ Mr. Mrs. Bizzt 11 Sr. WENDY: Good luck in all of your endeavors and you sec them through. We wish you a sue ful life. May God bless you. )by CL A Y: Listen, this is a long road you are traveling, you have just finished v of the way. The other V will seem harder and longer, but you and God can make it. We wish you blessings all the way in whatever you choose. We love you very much! Your family Ms. P. Dowdy and Paresi THERESA: I am so glad you decided to finish school and not waste your time. Now. I am looking forward for you to do something special with your life. Love, Mrs. Scott WITH LOV CYNTHIA: Wo are very proud of you and very much. We are looking for us success in the near future. wish ness. Love, Mr. and Mrs. Williams we love you lard to your you happi- TAMMY: Being the beautiful person you giving of yourself like you von, you will make_whatevsA come true. It’s up to you. ML . loving and only say to m you want Arrington TO OUR ELMER: wish you love, happiness, and great sue ss in all your endeavors. xive, tommy, Linda Brandi : was t vou: U.ery OR AH ANN BOLDEN: ? are very proud of you. You made it! It was rd. but you dit it. We know whatever il in life, you will succeed. Love, Mr. Mrs. O VA: u have made us very proud of you so far th all the ambitions that you have, we are there is more to be seen in the years to ne. We love you very much, and most of all. u are our daughter. We wish you all the luck 1 happiness, Sincerely, ______Mr. Mrs. Charles Cave KIMBERLY MARTIN. We knew you would make it and for that we are proud. Now, do the very best that you can in the profession you have chosen. Love, Mom and Dad IVYN: We love you and are proud of your present success. We are looking forward to your future achievements. We wish you all the luck. Love Pete and Mom CECIL: You have the ability to do great work. Whatever career you choose, you will reach your full potential. We are very proud of you. God bless you. J Mom Dad MICHAEL: Congratulation ti W wish you luck find achievements. Love. are all proud of you and success in all your future know you will succeed. The Morris Family We. the parents of Mackens Lythus, are proud of your common efforts. Something that you should never fo rget “A good and a strong parent and an undemanding child means a lot in this wicked system”. This will part of your future. Things you should think about. We wish you happiness MICHELLE We are proud of your present achievements and we hope you progress to even higher heights. U V? do love you. A M Hayes IOLA: Congratulations on your graduation and your future success. We love you. fsouis and the Monel Snead Gang HARVEY: We love you and are proud of your present success aid we are looking forward to your future succ ess. We wish you all the happiness, joy and lore. Sincerely. Mom and Dad CRAIG Son we yoursel keep G throug, luck pe membe. you dea Rach Mom are so proud of you. Life is hard and come easy; so don't give up. Love and your fellowman, always pray and by your side- He will see you We e, good health, success and Joy. Re-weycill always root for you andjoye] Mffihatha Miad DA VID: May yok str ve to achieve all of your future endeavors. iRemember, education is knowledge and understanding. Bring forth your best. Mrs. Lucille Sneed DEAREST SUSAN: I You did it! We knew you could, because you fare a dinner! We love you and are proud of you. The Entzminger Family 141 Mr Marla, We wish you love, Joy and peace. God has blessed us with a fine daughter We have given you the best j we could provide. In return, we want only two things from you: RESPECT-for yourself and others-and SUCCESS- in reaching your goals. Love, Mamml and Pappl Gonzalez CONGRATULATIONS JAMES HUTCHINS IC K S Homeroom 309 And the Class of 83 Top How: Miss Clark. F. Bourdeau. D. Hume. J. Powell. E. Dorvi-her. V. Williams. F. Williams. V. Jackson. B. Aikcns, M. Detain. D. Helton, R. Allen Middle Row: S. Swint. A. Smith. M. Hickson. K Gerald. M. Morris. M. Manns Bottom Row:J. Pender. K. McZorn. L. Jackson. L Nutter. J. White. T. Scott Carnell’s Barber Shop Capri Fast Food 289 16th Avenue Newark, New Jersey “Good Luck Hutch! Appling Liquor Inc. 275-277 16th Avenue Newark, New Jersey CONGRA TULA TIONS MARVA CAVE FROM THE DALLAS COWBOYS 99 Let me out of here!™! Would you like it well-done, rare He thinks he's G. Q. If only I knew how to count. What note!?! UmphU! Don't that look good! Look Marc, you’re guilty. So what else is new? « 7 MUST NOT BRUSH DURING CLASS. Look Ma. no cavities! What are you looking at? What? Central! You must be mad. Just poppin' along .. . Radiators on the wall? I know it's early... But sign here please? Up the down staircase Only your English teacher knows for sure. Change that V to a “J” ONLY VIKINGS VACILATE ON Darryl Dawkins was here. Behind closed doors. Whose face cracked this? All Aboard For Dover Can you believe I had to do this? WHAT ’S WITHIN THESE Hurry? Here comes Malik! WALLS Two minutes to go 147 c