Weehawken High School - Zenith Yearbook (Weehawken, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1980 volume:

Zenith 1980 Weehawken High School Liberty Place Weehawken, NJ Volume 53 WEE HAW KEN HtfrH •SCHOOL J 1 felkUMUUUU WEEHAWKEN HIGH SCHOOL PROUDLY PRESENTS “THE GREATEST CLASS ON E VRTH” PRODUCERS AND DIRECTORS: pg.5 FACULTY, ADMINISTRATION, PERSONNEL MAIN ATTRACTION: P8 7 •SENIORS I960 CENTER RING: P8-75 SPORTS SIDE -SHOW: P§b3 ACTIVITIES CONING- ATTRACTION: P8 '09 UNDERCLASSMEN CIRCUS •.TICKET: ff N PRICELESS Acknowledgement Could we have done it without them? A special thanks to . . . Mrs. Eileen Polazzi Mr. George Polazzi Mr. Anthony Colasurdo The Faculty and Administration And, of course, the SENIORS, The GREATEST CLASS ON EARTH The 1979-80 school year for the graduating class of 1980 was the best possible year we could have had. Thank you all for a senior year that we will all remember. FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATION They want ME in the office? What do you mean, boys in the girls' room? My favorite martian, eat your heart out! Gourmets can type too! I told you I could fill the board in 10 mins. Board Of Education And Secretaries Seated: Board Secretary and Business Administrator Marion G. Dougherty, President John Oleske, Vice President James Dette, Andrew P. McGorty. Standing: Superintendent of Schools Dr. Richard E. Onorevele, Ralph Auriemma, Michael Olvesen, Roger Dorian, Michael Ganim, Louis Ferullo. Ranjan Patel Edith Bonsee 7 Superintendent’s Message Dear Graduates, Class of 1980: Your commencement from Weehawken High School should be of great significance to you and your family as you enter not only a new career but a new decade. The projection for the 1980’s is thematically considered to be the “Energetic Eighties. This theme characterizes the zeal displayed by Americans throughout the land for the duty of our nation to create a better world. The need for energy is being balanced by the concern for safety regulations. The need to feed the hungry is being met by charitable contributions of food supplies, and the need for understanding is being met by the extension of brotherhood. These are the fine qualities that I see displayed in the Class of 1980 and 1 know you will succeed in all your endeavors as you progress through this decade. Best Wishes. Sincerely, Dr. Richard E. Onorevole Superintendent of Schools Dr. Richard E. Onorevole, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Jean Diaz Secretary to the Superintendent si Mrs. Frances Tholman Secretary to the Superintendent Mr. Vincent Ruppert Attendance Office Administration Principal Peter ). Olivieri Dear Graduates: Each of your years here at Weehawken High School has had its impact upon who you are and who you are becoming. As the forces which comprise the pattern of a year are altered, your image of that year is in turn altered. This yearbook will, in future years, serve as a permanent, non-changing reminder of many of your high school experiences. It is my sincerest wish that the you who emerges in the future can reflect with satisfaction upon these experiences, and can view them from a position of joy and success. Principal Peter J. Olivieri Mr. Wolf plans another busy day in his hectic schedule. Assistant Principal Howard M. Wolf Mr. Olivieri relaxes at a basketball game. 9 Faculty — Ringmasters And Taskmasters Perry ndPurgatorio Business Elizabeth Badrig Guidance • •• iA!l .«•••''if i...� � 1! Anthony Colasurdo English Anne Alaimo Typing Julia Buda Spanish Ciro D'Ambrosio Science Frances Bryngil English Kathleen Dwyer Physical Education Teachers. They're loved, they're hated, they're cursed at, they're smiled at. They are friends to some and foes to others. Weehawken High School would be nothing without them. Our teachers are the backbone of our school, and we. the students of WHS, are glad that they care. Mary Wilson English to Gertrude Dietch Physical Education Patrick Digiore Physical Education Patricia Hannan Guidance Carol Gallagher Secretarial Practice Ferdinand Improta Science Laura Issacs Comp Ed Reading Gloria Hurley Guidance Craig Berteele (left, top) Math Thomas Russo (left, bottom) Science Mary Alexovits History Carol Fortier Drama 11 Gino De Pinto Italian Michael Krause Science Florence Levine Math Carol Molnar Home Economics Sheldon Mayer Business Math Claire Nelson History Carol Malsch English Evelyn O'Neill Nurse John Passarotti Science Carnig Nersesian Math 12 Gary Schimel Security Wayne Schiele Physical Education Neil Reardon History [center photo) David Rubin Math Allen Schichtel English Doris Raynes Health Eileen Polazzi Math Aimee Pearlman Home Economics George Polazzi Art 13 Robert Schmidt English Kathe Schlomann Librarian Bruce Stacey Industrial Arts Theresa Shelley Spanish Barbara Selesky Music Richard Terpak Reading, English Thomas Urchuk Science Harry Untereiner History Susan Turok Spanish Joseph Wisniewski Athletic Director Raymond Yasson Guidance 14 Secretaries Duties Range From A To Z Mrs. Eileen Valentino Mrs. Dolores Dahl Mrs. Madeline Wolf Mrs. Margaret DeStefano The secretaries of this school perform a myriad number of tasks. Typing, organizing, filing, taking dictation and answering phones, they keep the school running smoothly. Students can always rely on the cheerful efficiency of the secretarial staff. 15 Mrs. Laura Maione Mrs. Dorothea McGorty Our Meals And Mops Are Tops Ray Meyer, Amibals Sanchez, Ernest Matero, Harry Auletto, Marty' Roti Mrs. Anne Valenti. Mrs. Sarah Lockhardt. Mrs. Julia Irwin, Mrs. Helen Harry off to another job. Businelli The custodians' task is not always an easy one. Their jobs take them from the basement to the third floor music room, repairing, cleaning, replacing, installing a hundred and one odd things. They are well appreciated, and the appearance of our school is evidence of the custodians' hard work. The cafeteria staff helps to provide the students with a nutritious lunch. They plan meals for the week, and each day prepare and sell lunches along with other snacks and bever- ages. 16 Angela Benito, Barbara Romano Remember When . . . Mr. Schichtel received his first ’ phantom” cartoon (from a person we all knowj? . we had the secret Blimpie parties?___________________________ Dorina Ardeljian Dor William Bemke Billy Hugo Arambarri Primo II Elia Araujo John Borthwick Frank Annese Dominick Altomare Dom” David Capuano Judith Caputi Jerry Castillo Remember When . . . . the bee went up Hiam's pants and stung her? Mike Salvador talked to Ralph in Geometry? Antonio Buonsanto Tony Patricia Burke “Patti” Remember When . . . . . . the school was on fire? . . . Janet tried to pull the shade up but knocked it out the window? Lisa Cattuna Lee Sylvia Cosio Patricia Chemas Maria Cueto Jose Castillo Tina Davide Carol Della Fave Bernard Della Fave “Baretta” Belinda De Moya M M” Remember When . . . Mr. Unlereiner came back? . . . Jesse and Tilo went around taking pictures of girls' better sides? City Swings As Seniors Search David Capuano, Steve Hegartv. Benny DellaFave, Jesse Luis and John Valledor invade city streets. A happy group on their way to the fair. After a hard day at the college fair, Tito Enriguez, Roseann Dolan and Jesse Luis take in some city sights. Students hoarded buses as journey to the Big Apple began. First and main stop, the National College Fair, where people piled into the elevators to make their way to the fourth floor. There they examined and collected pamphlets from many different colleges and trade schools represented. Lunch was eaten in various fast food places. Some students went to Central Park hoping to take a ride in the horse and buggy, while others peeked into the ABC building to see their famous stars from ALL MY CHILDREN. A tired but happy group of students crowd as they await the opening of the New seniors arrived back at school richer for the experience. York Coliseum Teachers Get It in the End When teachers meet donkeys, anyth- ing can happen- and it did! No matter how hard the teachers tried to coax and calm their four-legged partners, the donkeys did just what they wanted. Thanks to Mrs. Pearlman and her junior class this night of excitement and fun was brought to the gym of WHS. Before starting the game the teachers were instructed on how to sit on the donkeys, but due to circumstances beyond their control, many of them found themselves sitting on the floor instead. When the game finally got off the ground, a new type of basketball took place. Roseann De Nichilo Armando Duarte Kathleen Dunkin Fernando Dullavin Kathy” Remember When . . . ■ ■ ■ we had Senior Freak Out Day and we never looked so good? . . coach tried to make coffee but forgot to put the coffee in the pot? Remember when . . . . . . Jesse ate chalk in Biology? . . . the school was fire bombed? Perry Falco Marianne Fearon “Marry Alexandra Fernandez “Alex Waldo Enriquez “Tito” Teresita Duran Ita r Remember when . . . . . . Mrs. Gallagher threw plastic spiders at us at the Masquerade? ■ . . We had the best Football Queen dance?_______________ Jose Fernandez Nancy Fernandez “Fifi” Conrad Ferrer Susan Fleming Susie Patrick Flood 26 -Paf Michael Freschi John Geany Thomas Girardo Donna Gratale Marlen Guerra Jose Gutierrez “Ito Remember when . . . . . . the football team won the Thanksgiving game? ... we couldn't decide what to do for the senior play? J Leovaldo Graells Leo” Remember when . . . . . . Glenn came lo school in an ape suit and got suspended? ... we had an Iranian walk out that never happened? Janet Handel Kathryn Harris Steven Hegarty Kathy Remember when . . . . . . the navy band played so loud lhal they blew all the fuses in school? . . . Mr. Russo jumped on the desk and acted like a frog? . Seniors Disguise And Surprise Munching out at the masquerade. Best Group (and tastiest ) - Marry Fearon, Judi Caputi, Janet Handel. Lisa Spinosa, Linda Vitulano, Tony Buonsanto (McDonaldland characters) Fly me! I'm Elisa. Where could one find a playboy bunny, a genie, crayons or a french fry all in one place? At the Senior Masquerade, which was held on November 7, 1979, in the school gymnasium, festively decorated in the spirit of Halloween. All who attended arrived in costumes of different shapes and sizes and in a variety of colors. The highlight of the masquerade finally took place when the winners of the senior polls were announced. With plenty of food, music and dancing, all who attended, including teachers, seemed to have had a frightfully good time. Believe me, we’re not all that holy! Clowns with class! 30 Let's go clown around! Best Couple (and cutest”) - Ernesto Morin, Hugo Arambarri (Bridesmaids) Cool - Ray Musketeers! Can I have a light? Best Disguise - Kathy Harris (Death) You can grant my wish for Farrah Fawcett?! They went quackers! Mickey, your blue cheese stinks. Not everyone can fit at the table! Laugh, clown, laugh! Back to your cages, you two. Hey! Who pinched me? I'm ready to roll! Do you know your ears are bent? During intermission, Chris will shoot him out of a cannon! The American Ayatollah! 'm only allowed to chew Weehawken’s own Rockettes. ’rident. t George Koprowski Michael Leahy Robert Lennan “Herb” Kathleen Leonard Remember When . . . ... we couldn't wait to get into high school and now we can't wait to get out? ... we were all freshmen and got away with everything? Celeste Langford i i Javier Macias Remember When . . . . . . there was a big fight after the Emerson game? . . . Alex fell asleep on the type-writer in Mrs. Gallagher's class? Rosemary Lisotto Rose Jesse Luis J.L. Joseph Leone Hiam Liddawi Ice” Raimonda Lo Dolce “Ronnie Anthony Macina Remember when . . . . . . Mrs. Gallagher gave us a break? . . . janet, Kathy, Toni, Marry, Roseann, Linda, and Chris saw all the soap opera stars and got all excited? Maria Martinez Madeline Minervini “Maddy” Rose Marie Minervini “Rose” Allison Miske Als” Helen Moore Anna Miranda Ernesto Morin Remember when . . . ... we decrorated the gym for the senior masquerade and all our decorations fell down? . . . we sang Heartbreak Hotel” in the girls lockeroom? Michael Mughetto Thomas Oakley Elisa A. Ortega Lisy Helen Pearson Kenneth Mulder “Kenny” Remember when . . . . . . the guys took their pants off in geometry and sat in their gym shorts? . . . Chris and |anet beat up Marry in the Zenith room? Judith Pomponio Judy Janet Perez “Giggles” Robert Picone “Rob Kathryn Porcelli John Pyne Eleno Ramos Bedford Rodriguez Donna Richardson Carmen Rivera |ose Rodriguez Magnolia Rodriguez “Maggy” Michael Rodrique Remember when . . . . . . everyone got sick after the Hoboken game? . . . Mr. Schichtel conducted his Christmas extravaganza? ehiors Brighten 19 Skyline Seniors “freak out” for the first time on October 30, 1970. Dressed for the occasion, seniors wore the brightest, shiniest and zaniest outfits imaginable. Faculty members as well as underclassmen were amazed at the enthusiasm of the senior class. This photograph proves the Class of '80 to be “The Greatest Class on Earth.” Poll Winners Take Center Ring Class Pin Ups Best Looking: Rosa Villamar Alberto Ruiz Nicest Smile: John Borthwick |anet Handel Most Popular: |udi Caputi Jesse Luis Teachers' Pet: Anthony Iacono Rose Minervini Most Artistic: Donna Richardson Luis Valcarcel Most Talkative: Ronnie Rosado Isabel Diaz 42 Best Dressed: Anthony Iacono Alexandra Fernandez Shyest: Helen Pearson Anthony Salvemini Class Rebel: Tom Oakley Kathy Dunkin Most Sophisticated: Linda Vitulano Wilson Ventura Most Likely to Succeed: Amal Sidani Jesse Luis Class Cuties: Ray Ryan Grace Yeo Class Sweethearts: Juan Rodriguez Anna Miranda Most Athletic: Sammy De La Torre Lisa Spinosa Nicest Eyes: Frank Annese Janet Handel Best Dancers: Elisa Ortega Conrad Ferrer Class Clowns: Isabel Diaz Michael Freschi Class Bookworms: Amal Sidani Anning Smith Friendliest: Hiam Liddawi Herb Lennon Most School Spirit: Tito Enriquez Judi Caputi Class Pals: Maria Martinez Sylvia Cosio Class Flirt: Ralph Rosado Nancy Fernandez One of the longest held and eagerly awaited traditions at Weehawken is the announcement of senior poll winners. Voting and tallying continues at a hectic pace as nominees vie for awards in each of the categories. The excitement mounts and finally climaxes at the Senior Masquerade, where the winners, dressed in varying degrees of craziness, are announced. Class Pals: Anthony Visaggio Michael Freschi r Remember when . . . . . . Mr. Untereiner called Hiam. Ito, Elisa, and Murphy The Honeymooners in Urban Studies? ... we had peppier pep-rallies? Remember when . . . ... the eighth period cooking class put hot pepper in Mr. Olivieri's macaroni? . . . Rose stayed in the bathroom during a fire drill and there was a real fire? Kevin Ryan Raymond Ryan Ray 47 Alex Fernandez, [udi Capufi. Innetjrlandel, Pllisa Ortega. Lisa Spinosa, Hiam Liddawi. Barbara [ifdv Pompflolff Injun Queen Crowned At Dance Queen Alexandra Fernandez, flanked by the members of her court Hiam Liddawi, Celeste Langford, Elisa Ortega, and Linda Vitulano help kick off the Thanksgiving Day festivities. I I I As the football season drew to an end and the Thanksgiving game slowly crept upon us. final preparations were being made for the crowning of the Football Queen. After the eleven candidates were chosen, the exci- tement began as the pep rally allowed the candidates to parade around the gym. Finally, at the Football Queen Dance, the Queen was selected and, like Cinderella, for a whole night and all the next day, all eyes were upon her. Her reign continued through the next day when the Queen, in all her glory, presided over the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Seniors Teach Faculty A Lesson! “Give me detention, huh- wait till I get you Friday. “You little squirts don’t have a chance of beating us teachers — you'd better say your prayers. In the days before the senior-faculty game, these good-natured taunts and threats are constantly exchanged in classrooms and halls. Teachers and students alike always look forward to this annual event. The distance between teacher and student is somewhat lessened and the participants are able to compete on a more or less equal level. The students this year swept the faculty members away with some hot-shot shooting, fast breaking, and constant defen- sive pressure. The girls squad easily defeated the woman faculty team, 38-16, and the boys surprisingly overwhelmed an undermanned, undercondi- tioned men's faculty squad, 76-55. With the hoots and hollers of the seniors ringing in their ears, the teachers, tired and winded, could only reply Wait till next year. They may be bitter rivals on the court but senior Ralph Rosado and faculty member Anthony D'Angelo display the warm affection that is found among the teachers and students at WHS. The senior girls anxiously await a shot at their favorite teachers. Even though they were “all mixed up Kathy Dunkin, Lisa Spinosa. Carmen Camacho, and Ross Minervini straightened themselves out enough to help defeat the women faculty members. English teacher Robert Schmidt reflects the wear and tear of a tough, but futile effort to defeat a strong senior team. A confident group of faculty members discuss tactics before the game. All their Barbara Waldy casually awaits a rebound, plans went by the boards, however, as a strong senior squad upset their hopes for an easy victory. Remember when . . . ... we had fun at Toni's pajama parties? ... a certain teacher found Playboy pictures in his attendance book sophomore year? Anthony Salvemini Antonia Sgherza “Toni Amal Sidani Mary Salhany “Mar” Kathy Santos “Kath Marissa Sasoonian Michael Anthony Salvador Mr. Mike 1 Remember when . . . . . . Elisa walked around with flippers on her feet? . . . The first floor girls' bathroom was open? Anning Smith Smitty” Donna Signs Nelson Sosa SOS Lisa Spinosa Edward Stager Remember When . . . . . . Roscann tried to catch the ball in gym and fell head first over the wrestling mats? . . . Carol told Mr. Vitalich she'd give him a quarter if he gave her a two? 54 Reina Valverdut Camila Vasconez Remember When . . . . . . Mike, Marry and Janet built a snowman during 4th period study_hall in the courtyard? ... we had a snow day off? (neither do we!) Carlos Vilar “Biggie” Rosa Villamar Rosie” Rene6 Vion Anthony Visaggio Sage” Remember when . . . ... we got used to seeing the girls' basketball team win? . . . Lisa Spinosa scored ner 1000 points? Linda Vitulano Barbara Waldy Grace Yeo “Ticker No Shows Anthony Dicembri Bernard Eisenhauer Salvatore Gruttadauria Glenn Miller Laurie Ruppert 5« We Survived The Seventies! Are We Ready For The Eighties? As we graduate we are not only becoming true adults but we are also leaving a nest which has protected us from the outside elements. Before we proceed with the years to come we must look back, back at what we may not have been aware of. but what had to have had an influence on our thoughts and ideas. The seventies, which were sometimes referred to as the me decade, found Americans busily trying to improve themselves in any way possible. But the seventies also had its bleak moments. As we entered '71 a major breakthrough in overseas relations occurred when Henry Kissinger visited Red China, opening a path for future relations. Also in '71. 18 year olds became eligible to vote. The year 1972 offered devastating tragedies, most outstanding being the Olympic Games held in Munich. Members of the Palestinian Liberation Organization broke into Israeli quarters and killed 11 after holding them hostage in return for the release of 200 Arabs held in Israeli prisons. Other events in this violent year included the death of Harry Truman and the wounding of Governor George Wallace. A path to better relations with China was widened when they gave us two pandas as a gift of good will. '73: Remember Watergate? Yes, this was a year of disclosures. The involvement of President Nixon with the Watergate break-in led to his acquiring a reputation as a liar and a computer. Also, formal U.S. involvement in the Vietnam war ended and Vice- President Spiro Agnew resigned as a result of a charge of income tax evasion. '74: Nixon, after near impeachment, was forced to resign from the presidency. Patty Hearst was kidnapped and the sale of gold became legal. '75: The hope of returning freedom to South Vietnam came shattering down. The beginning of a flight to freedom for refugees began. Patty Hearst was arrested, “Squeaky” Fromme attempted to kill President Ford and Chiang Kai-Shek died at the age of 87. 1976: Peanut year had arrived! It was another election year and people were looking for a ''new'' man to run their country, and thus elected former Governor of Georgia, Jimmy Carter, as their new President! It was also the year of our country's bicentennial! Happy Birthday America! “Sex scandals in the White House! claimed Elizabeth Ray. 1977: Peace? After 29 years of distant hatred, Israel and Egypt began peace talks. Remember the blackout? 1978: Horror! Congressman Ryan, at the request of many California residents, went to Guyana to investigate the Reverend Jim Jones' cult. The People’s Temple. Little did he know of the consequences of his investigations. Not only were the Congressman and an NBC newsman shot, but 914 people were led to a grisly death by the reverend. Also, the first test tube baby was born and the Yankees won the World Series! For you locals, Weehawken's football team broke their 2 year losing streak by defeating Union Hill and Marist. 1979: The man of peace began his voyage across the world. Pope John Paul, the man with the golden smile, came to the U.S. to spread a new religious aura across the nation. The Pittsburgh Steelers won the Super Bowl against Dallas. Gas prices went up and long lines were up and rocketing with the price of gold, which hit a record of $700 an ounce. On a sadder note, Americans mourned the death of Richard Rogers, one of the great Broadway composers of all time. As his own lyrics testify, his “songs will be sung for a thousand years . 1979 was also a year of terror! The Ayatollah Khomeini returned to Iran and began a crusade of utter horror, actually holding America hostage. Fifty Americans are as of this writing held hostage in a take over of the U.S. embassy. Three Mile Island stirred up the anger of many citizens criticizing the use of nuclear power. Margaret Thatcher was elected the first woman prime minister in England. Remember the King Tut craze? The 70’s was certainly a fascinating decade. Ballet dancers were defecting, women were fighting for equal rights and disco was the newest fad around. We witnessed the loss of Elvis, Bing Crosby and John Wayne. We’ve seen newcomers enter the world of show business - Charlie's Angels , Cheryl Tiegs and Suzanne Sommers brought about the latest fad in TV shows - the Jiggle Show . In fashion, skirts were up, down and then slitted, as was the economy of the nation! Everything and everyone was becoming high” in every aspect of the word. We've exercised ourselves to death, dieted and jogged for miles on end, while tennis and soccer became very popular. Cities were broke as were the banks this summer and we're certainly on skates! (Cheap skates?) Remember the big snow storm? We went from large to small, easy to technical. Computer games were certainly in . There were also news strikes and teacher strikes too! Our sense of morality was questioned as issues like abortion and divorce became prominent. Teenage pregnancies were also on the rise as was drug use among students. These were the events we experienced and, hopefully, matured with. The times were frustrating and sometimes bleak, but faith and dedication pulled us through. They will form our memories when we look back, bringing us smiles and tears. We wave farewell to the 70's, and prepare to meet the challenge of the new decade. Students Stage “The Sorority” Comedy - Mystery Mix Delights Amal Sidani Roseann Dolan (esse Luis Eleno Ramos Maria Cueto Anning Smith Toula Taliadorous Judith Caputi Waldo Enriquez Linda Vitulano 60 Senior Class Officers and Representatives Senior class officers: President |udi Caputi, Vice-President Janet Handel, Secretary Lisa Spinosa. Treasurer Linda Vitulano. Advisor Eileen Polazzi Working together for several years has been a definite advantage for our senior class officers. Under the supervision of Eileen Polazzi. the students were able to arrange some senior activities during the previous school year. A few of these activities were the masquerade, the class trip to the Tamiment Country Club, and the senior prom held at the Manor. The hard work and determination of these officers have made it easy for the Class of 1980 to be The Greatest Class on Earth! Homeroom representatives: Amal Sidani, Chris Dorian, Hiam Liddawi, Elisa Ortega. Not pictured: Anthony Iacono, Rosa Villamar, John Borthwick 61 Senior Awards Wrestling: John Borthwick - Midland Pk. Tourn. 1st pl„ Kearny Tourn. 2nd pi.; Sam De La Torre - Midland Pk. Tourn. 4th pi.. Kearny Tourn. 4th pi.; Anthony Iacono - Midland Pk. Tourn. 3rd pi., Kearny Tourn. 4th pi. Lisa Spinosa, 1,207 points-a school Varsity Cheerleaders: Judi Caputi, Janet Handel, Judy Pomponio. Barbara Waldy, record. Rose Ann Dolan - HCIAA Competition 2nd degree of excellence; United Cheerleading Competition, 2nd degree of excellence. Football: Tom Oakley - All league 1st team, All county 2nd team; Sam De La Torre - All Teague 2nd team, All county Honorable Mention; Alberto Ruiz - All league 2nd team, All county Honorable Mention. Ana Del Campo - Letter of Commendation from National Merit Scholarship; Kathy Leonard - $1,000 to the Wood School; Jesse Luis - $6,500 to Cornell; Rose Ann Dolan $1,200 to the Berkley School. o 1980 Zenith staff: Janet Handel, Christine Dorian, Donna Schmadel, Charlene Ortiz. Barbara Waldy, Marry' Fearon, advisor Anthony Colasurdo, Tito Enriquez, Linda Vitulano. Seated right are Danny Mastropierro and Elisa Ortega. Not pictured: Anning Smith, Donna Richardson. Luis Valcarcel, Merilee Murphy, Yanett Pena, Nancy Witsik, Sylvia Enriquez. 64 Staff Collects and Selects Photographers Danny Mastropierro and Tito Enriquez await their assignments. Not pictured: Anning Smith. The 1980 edition of the Zenith is brought to you through the efforts of a dedicated, talented and hard-working staff. Driven to exhaustion by the demands of constant deadlines and ruthlessly spurred on by new advisor Anthony Colasurdo, we occasionally faltered, but finally, it was done. The staff always found time, however, for moments of relaxation and the pleasure of each other's company. Indian Ink Begins Exchange Program Seated: Yanett Pena, Maria Sangillo, Leah Thomas, Rosie Lopez, Mimi Singer, Peter Paldino. Standing: Charlene Ortiz, Jennifer Phillips, Amy Mah, Donna Schmadel, Raul Cardenas, Beth Valentino, Michael Mughetto, Tito Enriquez, Danny Mastropierro, Marry Fearon, Nancy Moran, Nora Vitulano. Not pictured: Ramrakshah Tiwari, Sam Cardinale, Wendy Vlahanic, Lee-Ann Behrens, Ann Marie Dorian, JoAnn Stepkovich, Diane Behrens, Patricia Kuhn, Jeanette Molinaro. Sports editor Mike Mughetto in hot pursuit of another story. The Mass Media class examines a recent issue of the Indian Ink in search of errors and ideas for improvement. The Indian Ink Staff endured several distressing losses this year. Because of the absence of a managing editor and the cutting of the budget, the staff was burdened with extra labor and the necessity of conducting fund-raising activities. Staff members sold bumper stickers and candy bars in order to meet costs. Advisor Anthony Colasurdo stressed improvements in leads, and good basic journalistic style. Exper- imenting with a new format was done with layouts and headlining. A school newspaper Exchange Program was begun this year enabling Weehawken to share ideas with local high schools. Members of the Indian Ink also contributed school news to the High School Set in the Jersey Journal. Copy editor Yanett Pena meets with advisor Anthony Colasurdo to iron out some difficulties. Student Council Publishes Handbook Front row: Chris Ulrich, Thomas Montalvo, Amal Sidani. Silvia Cosio, Marianne Fearon, Hiam Liddawi, Jesse Luis, Back row: Tito Enriquez, Lynn Wilkens, Grace Almoyan, Jim Sabato, Anning Smith, Xiomara Ramos, Tricia Quidor. Advisor John Passarotti Advisor Thomas Russo Student Council Officers: Tito Enriquez, president, Jesse Luis, vice-president. Jim Sabato, secretary, Tricia Quidor. treasurer. And for our next number . . . One of the highlights of this year's Student Council was the publication of the Student Handbook. The handbook stipulates rules and regulations of the school and also serves as an orientation for ninth graders and new students. The Student Council represents the student body of Weehawken High School. Headed by its four officers, Tito Enriquez, president. Jesse Luis, vice- president, Jim Sabato, secretary. Tricia Quidor, treasurer, with advisors John Passarotti and Thomas Russo, the council discusses and acts upon the needs and opinions of the students. At meetings, suggestions regarding im- provements in the school, and ideas to better the activities of the school are formulated. The council also has sponsored the Football Queen dance and is currently working on a new program of studies for the incoming freshmen. 67 NHS: Leadership, Character And Service President Amal Sidani opens NHS induction ceremony. Advisor John Passarotti Demonstrating character, initiating leadership, and providing services are the qualities upon which the National Honor Society stands. The Carpe Diem chapter has established a fine reputation within the community for rendering such services as collecting money for the American Cancer Society on Dime Day, answering letters to Santa Claus for all the grade schools, recycling news- papers, and providing hostesses for school functions. The National Honor Society is planning to extend its services by collecting stamps for the Salvation Army, who in turn will provide meals for the poor in underdeveloped countries. The members also sponsored a Spring Dance for the entire student body. 68 Inductees. Front row: Jackie DeMoya, Donna Schmadel, Amy Mah, Jennifer Phillips, Nancy Witsik, Anthony Iacono, Pauline Klimentos, Rosa Villamar, Diana Garcia. Second row: Adele Papa, Medalina Nimo, Luis Valcarcel, Mary Cannon, Grace Almoyan, Caroline Medich, Sharon Kelly, Tricia Quidor, Charlene Ortiz. Third row: Kathy Kelly, Clara Rodriguez, Yanett Pena, Marcello Krizman, Maria Duarte, Hiam Liddawi, Monica Clavareza, Mike Kiledjian, Walter Enders. Fourth row: Gwen Woodring, Yvette Hallerman, Pat Kuhn, Nancy Moran, Kati Gaulkin, Missy Michkowski, Yadira Rivera. Fifth row: Karen Nersesian, Sara Abdelaziz, Amy Colantino, Cathy Haugh. Front row: Tito Enriquez, Jesse Luis, Anning Smith. Second row: Lisa Spinosa, Linda Vitulano, Grace Yeo. Elisa Ortega, Amal Sidani, Barbara Waldy, Janet Handel, Chris Dorian, Roseann Dolan, Marianne Fearon. Third row: Marissa Sasoonian, Chris Ulrich, Antonia Diamantis, Diane Olvesen, Jim Sabato, Xiomara Ramos, Lillian Eques, Hala Liddawi. Fourth row: Rita Sariminasian, Nowal Hamdan, Marianne Pearson, Jane Pecha, Angela Rana, Janice Nafash. Not Pictured: Judi Caputi, Maria Cueto, Rose Minervini, Mike Mughetto, Toula Taliadourou, Renee Vion, Diane Behrens, Steve Leone, Jeff Mahoney. Library Council — The Book People The Library Council's duties range from preparing books for circulation to checking them out. Time is also spent discussing new books that arrive and novels the students have read. Library council: Chris Ulrich, Margie Villacis, |acky De Moya, Leonora La Mantia. Marissa Sasoonian, Leo Graells, Celina Ruiz, advisor Kathe Schlomann. Spanish Club Meets “Evita!” Monica Clavereza and Theresa Perez enjoy good food and music at the Spanish Club party! Spanish Club: Karen Nersesian, Soraya Mendez, Rosie Lopez, Clara Lopez, Charlene Ortiz, Celina Ruiz, Sylvia Enriquez. Advisor Julia Buda This year the Spanish Club was involved in various activities. Among these were two visits to New York City. One was to see the Latin flamenco dancer Jose Greco in Carnegie Hall and the other was to view the Broadway show Evita.” Closer to home, the Spanish Club had a Christmas Party and visited a Spanish restaurant to sample some Hispanic dishes. 69 Photography Club Front Row: Rosie Gaccione. Yakeline Pena, |esse Luis. Back Row: Anning Smith. Joe Facchini, Tito Enriquez. Advisor John Passarotti. The Photography Club, under the supervision of John Passarotti, learned the fundamentals of picture taking. Contrast, composition, angles, lighting and other aspects of fine photography were discussed in great depth. Developing and various darkroom techniques were demonstrated as were the essential skills of retouching and blending. Portrait, landscape and trick photography were also studied in the club's curriculum. Art Club Elisa Ortega puts finishing touches on Sylvia Enriquez's nose. Front Row: Ana Herrera, Pura Cabrera, Leslie Rivera, Gwendolyn Woodring. Back Row: Advisor George Polazzi, Elisa Ortega, Sylvia Enriquez, Antonia Diamantis. The Art Club not only had a lot of fun this year, but learned many things as well. During preparations for an art show, they were taught new techniques in painting and drawing. Each member voiced opinions on all work that was done and helped each other improve style and technique. 70 Cooperative Industrial Education and Vocational School Front row: Carmen Reyes, Madeline Minervini. Ericka Jungman, Margaret Mack. Michael Flood. Back row: Andy Rogers. Perry Falco, Ronnie McLaughlin. Donna Richardson. In order to attend the Hudson County Area Vocational-Technical School, a student must obtain an application for admission from the guidance department. The admissions committee of the Hudson County Area Vocational-Technical School will evaluate this application, and approve it if it passes all the requirements. Students who attend the Hudson County Area Vocational-Technical School are able to take trade and technical courses that are not offered in the regular high school. Courses include Air Conditioning and Refrigeration. Commercial Art and Clothing, Cosmetology. Fashion Design, Electronics and numerous other programs designed to give hands-on experience to students. The C. I. E. program provides the students with an opportunity to learn vocational skills in a setting other than the normal classroom. In this program, students come to school for half a day and work in some form of trade or occupational position for the other half of the day. The students get credit for classroom activities as well as a salary for C. I. E. work outside the school. Seated: Marc Stonehouse, |essica Miguel, Kathy Kelly, Richard Butler, Anthony Buonsanto, Lizardo Aranda. Jose Castillo. Standing: Larry McCallum, David Capuano, Wanda Flecha, Lester Romero. Vilma Rosado. Victoria Torres. )uan Torres. 71 A Little Bit of Christmas Christmas at WHS was festive and enjoyable. Mrs. Fortier's drama class per- formed several plays, a group of students, under the guidance of Mr. Schichtel, protrayed the Babes in Toyland and the band played Christmas songs for everyone to enjoy. Injun Scoreboard GIRLS' TENNIS W OPP. Hoboken 2 3 St. Joseph's 2 3 Emerson 0 5 Memorial 0 5 Union Hill 0 5 Bayonne 2 3 Union Hill 0 5 Bayonne 2 3 Memorial 1 4 Emerson 2 3 Hoboken 0 SOCCER 5 W OPP. St. Peter's 3 5 Memorial 1 4 St. Joseph’s 3 0 Marist 1 1 Cresskill 2 3 Hudson Cath. 1 2 Hoboken 0 3 North Bergen 0 2 Bayonne 2 4 St. Peter’s 0 0 St. Michael's 2 1 Memorial 0 5 St. Joseph's 2 1 St. Michael’s 3 0 Marist 0 1 Hudson Cath. 0 1 North Bergen 0 2 Hoboken 0 2 Bayonne 1 7 FOOTBALL W OPP. Hoboken 0 16 Caldwell 0 42 Union Hill 6 6 Marist 6 25 Lincoln 0 6 Hudson Cath. 0 22 Emerson 0 7 Ferris 0 22 Essex Cath. 27 0 GIRLS' BASKETBALL W OPP. Hoboken 50 55 Union Hill 70 51 Dickinson 32 28 Kearny 38 36 Memorial 39 35 North Bergen 59 56 St. Joseph’s 42 35 Emerson 39 36 Harrison 48 16 St. Michael's 69 32 Hoboken 27 39 Union Hill 67 41 Dickinson 45 22 Memorial 48 45 North Bergen 76 49 48 St. Joseph's 55 46 Emerson 42 45 St. Michael’s 54 30 Second place - HCIAA BOYS' BASKETBALL W Opp. Belleville 43 60 Kearny 69 62 Hoboken 37 62 Union Hill 53 74 Hillside 20 36 Parsippany 54 55 St. Anthony’s 38 75 Memorial 44 83 North Bergen 46 72 St. Joseph's 52 69 Belleville 49 64 Emerson 41 45 St. Michael's 53 55 Hoboken 45 54 Union Hill 52 66 St. Anthony’s 50 60 Memorial 50 60 North Bergen St. Joseph's 51 77 79 94 Emerson 71 95 Leonia 82 78 St. Michael’s 46 50 WRESTLING Kearny Xmas Tourn. 2nd pi. Midland Pk. Xmas Tourn. 3rd pi. W Opp. St. Peter’s 55 12 Pope Pius 45 24 Paterson E. S. Our Lady of 36 34 the Valley 41 25 Bayonne 42 23 Hudson Cath. 22 37 Harrison 51 11 North Bergen 4 56 Orange 42 24 St. Patrick's 61 4 Lyndhurst 12 54 Dwight Morrow 15 42 Greenbrook 31 29 Paramus Cath. St. Dominick's BASEBALL W St. Cecilia’s Hoboken St. Mary's Union Hill St. Anthony's Kearny Memorial Ferris North Bergen St. Joseph's Emerson St. Michael’s Hoboken Union Hill St. Anthony’s Memorial North Bergen St. Joseph's Emerson St. Michael’s GIRLS’ SOFTBALL W St. Cecilia's Holy Family Academic Holy Rosary Memorial St. Aloysiuis St. Michael's Bayonne Holy Family North Bergen St. Mary's St. Dominick's Memorial St. Michael's Bayonne Holy Rosary North Bergen Immaculate Cone. St. Dominick’s BOYS' TRACK W Opp. Edison Tech. Don Bosco Tech. Emerson Hoboken Glen Rock GIRLS' TRACK W Becton Regional Glen Rock Emerson Union Hill Opp. BOYS' TENNIS W Hoboken Union Hill Kearny Memorial North Bergen St. Joseph’s Emerson Hoboken Union Hill Memorial North Bergen St. Joseph's Emerson Opp. Opp. OPP. Girls’ Tennis Struggles Through Season Captain Rose Minervini, the squad’s only senior, stretches to return a low serve in a match against Emerson. Caroline Medich, Renee Racli, Gina Spinosa, captain Rose Minervini, Sara Abdelaziz, Debbie Holloway, Diane Olvesen, Coach Patrick Digiore. Coach Patrick Digiore constantly stressed the importance of the follow through. Diane Behrens, sidelined for much of the season because of illness, was greatly missed. With a record of 0-12, the girls' tennis team didn't have a very successful season. Some of the veteran players were injured and inexperienced players had to be brought up faster than they should have been. This may work to the girls' advantage next season, however, since only one player is graduating. Outstanding performers included captain Rose Minervini, Diane Behrens and Debbie Holloway. 77 Soccer Gets A New Kick Coach D'Angelo discusses strategy with team during half-time of St. Peter's Javier Macias practices juggling in preparation match. for an upcoming match. The soccer team went through many position changes due to the loss of last year's veterans. Despite inexperience and numerous injuries. Wee- hawken's soccer team has continued to grow and prosper. Though the team’s record was a disappointing 4-12. many of the matches were lost by only one goal. The hard-driving efforts and enthusiastic play of this year's team made them deserv- ing of a better fate. One bright spot was the addition of two freshman girls to the junior varsity squad. These spunky females invaded a previously all-male world and proved themselves both as teammates and competitors. 78 Captain Tito Enriquez puts a quick move on a Memorial defender. Varsity: Richie )odice. Raul Cadenas, Carlos Garcia. |ulio Donado, Carlos Lopez. Mike Kilcdjian. Danny Tello, Javier Macias. Marcos Miranda, Leo De Candia. Coach Anthony D'Angelo. Richie Karabin, Sammy Fasciano. )immy Terlizzi. Paul Hamilton. Alex Brig, Jose Rodriquez. Tito Enriquez. Jeff Mahoney. Iraklis Buouinaris, Alois Branc. Assistant Coach Gino De Pinto Captains Jeff Mahoney. Tito Enriquez, and Jose Rodriquez at the first night game. Molly Dunkin and Kim Enriquez bring new challenge to the formerly all male soccer team. Football Season Ends In Glory Front Row: )ose DeLaTorre, Luis Valcarccl, Ralph Rosado, Tom Oakley, Alberto Ruiz, Ray Ryan, Mike Rodrique, Mike Jodice. Second Row: Patrick Haugh, Glen Madsen, Louis Scardigno, John McLaughlin, Robert Lennan, Armando Duarte, Mike Callagy, Orlando Ruiz. Third Row: Head Coach Wayne Schiele, Eugene Moore, Juan Martinez, Jose Romero, Steve Quidor, George Kallert, Dave King, Dave Thomas, Steven Gallagher. Fourth Row: Coach Brian Long, Troy Ritz, Danny Minervini, Albert Schlageter, Frank Ortiz, Tommy Englese, Robert Michkowski, Orlando Rivera. Rumaldo Fernandez. Fifth Row: Coach William Smith, Mike DeBari, Joe Facchini, Frank Pasquale, Jose Manso. Henry Roman. John Forster, Coach Charles Rizzolo. Back Row: Coach Richard Terpak, Mike Avoletta, Mike McGowen, Steve Irving, Robert Santana, Brian Throgmorton, Luis Rodriguez, Glen Moore, Coach James Carroll. The football team's fantastic surprise victory over Essex Catholic on Thanksgiving Day by a score of 27-0 left the sweet taste of success in the hearts of players and fans. The entire team had a part in the victory, but outstanding perfor- mances were turned in by Tommy Englese, Ralph Rosado, and Frank Ortiz, each of whom scored a touchdown. Sammy DeLaTorre kicked a field goal and extra point. Mike Rodrique added a two-point conversion on a pass from Alberto Ruiz. Although the team was not as successful as had been hoped (1-7-1) the triumph provided a satisfying conclusion to an otherwise disappointing season. The season began with camp sessions in August at Weehawken Stadium. Because of the new lighting recently installed at the stadium, half of the games were played on Friday nights. 80 Captains Ralph Rosado, Alberto Ruiz, and Sammy DeLaTorre. Injun formation ready for attack. Alberto Ruiz slams an Eagle runner with a bonejarring tackle. Mike Jodice kicks off after an Indian touchdown. Winning coach Wayne Schiele is carried from the field by an ecstatic Indian team. George Kallert awaits snap from center Robert Lennan. Super Seniors Injuns Cook Turkey And Essex Thanksgiving festivities began with an action packed pep rally held in the school gymnasium. Spirits were lifted and hopes heightened as the Injuns' supporting squads and fans looked forward to a Thanksgiving game victory. Later that evening, at the Football Queen Dance, with the help of Unique Sounds, students danced the night away with the newly crowned Football Queen. The following day, a colorful parade which included all the supporting squads marched from the high school to the stadium where the Indians scalped Essex with a 27-0 victory. The juiciest victory of the season! 83 Grapplers Take ’Em to the Mats Bottom row: Woody Borthwick, Juan DeLaTorre, Victor Vangelakos, John Borthwick, Anthony Iacono, Eugene Moore. Top row: Charles Rizzolo, assistant coach, Keith Baker. Jose Romero, Thomas Oakley, Frank Annese, Frank Ortiz, Jimmy Terlizzi, Sam DeLaTorre, Coach Wayne Schiele. They start slowly, but move into their attack with total surprise. Exci- tement erupts from the crowd . . . Determination twists their faces . . . the sweetness of victory - a pin! The wrestling team knocked out a string of consecutive triumphs to help make them one of the winningest teams in the school. It wasn't easy to achieve their victories; it took a lot of hard work, self sacrifice and discipline, including drastic diets, but it paid off well. Congratulations to the team for up-lifting the spirit of Weehawken High. Juan DeLaTorre finishes off an opponent. A winning team's efforts don't go unrewarded. 85 Victory for Girls, Spinosa’s 1000th Varsity, bottom row: Grace Almoyan, Diane Behrens, Rose Minervini, Lisa Spinosa, Kim Principe, Karen O'Connor, Mary Cannon. Top row: Head Coach Perry DelPurgatorio, Anna Szczyradlowski, Sharon Kelly, Rosie-Lopez, Kim Enriquez. Jeanette Molinam, Judy Soto. Assistant Coach Kathy Dwyer. 86 ]V, bottom row: Rosie Lopez, Judy Soto, Kim Enriquez, Anna Szczyradlowski, Karen O'Connor, Jeanette Molinaro. Top row: JoAnn Stepkovich, Donna Macina, Debbie Walsh, Doreen Dunkin, Shirley Hallerman, Lisa Rea, Coach Kathy Dwyer. Mr. DelPurgatorio gives a few pointers before the game begins. Diane Behrens jump shot scores two. Rose Minervini fends off some tough defense by Kearny girls. Lisa Spinosa has become the third girls' basketball player at Wcehawken High School to score 1,000 points, joining Laura Franco and Eileen Wilt in this prestigious accomplishment. This 1980 basketball season had a great start thanks to seniors and captains Lisa Spinosa, top scorer. Rose Minervini, defensive player, and the rest of the starters Diane Behrens, Kim Principe. Sharon Kelly and Grace Almoyan. The dedication and drive of the entire squad has contributed to its success this season. Kim Principe awaits pass to set up an offensive play. 87 Lack of Height Hurts Hoopsters Senior Ronnie Rosado dazzles the crowd. Varsity coach Brian Long and asst, coach Anthony LaBruno prepare Senior Mike Jodice goes for a jump shot against St. strategy for game. Anthony defender. Our 1979-1980 basketball season will never go down in WHS's history, but even though our Indian team wasn't victorious they fought each opposing team till the last second. With a new coach, Brian Long, and a team of enthusiastic players, the Indians played hard and strong. Because of the lack of experienced senior players, our varsity had to enlist the help of the underclassmen. Brought up to the higher ranks, the rookie players held their own and played superior ball. Many of the games were lost by only a few points because of the tenacity of the Indian squad and their never-say-die attitude. Varsity - front row: Coach Brian Long, Mike Jodice, Gary Cocchio, Ismael Pabon, Ronnie Rosado, Tom Englese. Center row: Asst. Coach Anthony LaBruno, Joe Leone, Dave King, Julio Perez, Jose Manso. Back row: Ralph Rosado, George Koprowski, |uan Perez. Julio Perez hits a fade away jumper. Senior George Koprowski and Tommy Englese get ready for a fast break. 89 Junior varsity - front row: Rumaldo Fernandez, George Arango. Raul DeLaTorre, Steve Gallagher, Danny Mastropierro. Center row: Juan Perez, Charlie Freyre, Jose Manso, Raul Cardenas, Coach Jerry Dorio. Back row: Leo Velasquez, Richard Jodice, Dave Thomas. Steve Gallagher battles for a layup. Anticipation! Airborne, Juan Perez hits a short jumper in the J V’s defeat of the Friars. Freshmen - front row: Robert Santana, Kenny Peters, Artie Ruiz, Anthony Szczyradlowski, Nick Spaccavento, Frank Detrizio. Center row: Coach Anthony D'Angelo, Anthony Sciancalepore, Steve Irving, Miguel Cabrera, Mike Avoletta. Back row: Manager Anthony Del Vescovo, Mike McGowan. |ohn Torres, Robert Mendez, Hernando Hernandez. Boys’ Tennis Senior Armando Romaguera Front row: Marcello Krisman, Jose Perez, Samuel Morales. Back row: Jimmy Sabato, Raul Cadenas, George Santos, Coach Pat Digiore, Armando Romaguera. Not shown: Anthony Iacono, Hugo Arambarri. Coach Digiore instructs squad in proper grip and stance. Mr. Digiore's hopes for a successful season were pinned on the talents of seniors Anthony Ike Iacono, Hugo Arambarri, and Armando Romaguera. Coach D received fine performances from all the members of the squad through diligent work and their display of sparkling enthusiasm. 91 Coach Patrick Digiore In pre-season workout, Coach La Bruno reviews fielding fundamentals. Good Defense Boosts Baseball Cold early spring weather did not prevent the team from holding batting practice. Here Lester Romero develops eye coordination and proper batting technique. 92 The team takes advantage of the first spring day to hold outdoor practice. New head coach Anthony La Bruno will have his work cut out for him this year. The baseball team will play 20 games in a tough North Hudson conference facing peren- nially tough opponents like North Bergen, St. Joseph's, and Memorial. The relative inexperience of most of the squad, and the fact that 16 of 20 games are important county contests, will make this challenge a formid- able one for the team. Coach La Bruno, hoping to improve on last year’s bleak 3-17 record, is banking on the talents of returning seniors, Ralph Rosado, Conrad Ferrer and Ito Gutierrez, to help turn the team around. Jose Gutierrek, pitching ace and key infielder. Senior Conrad Ferrer warms up before going to the plate. Asst. Coach Bob Schmidt fungoes fly balls to outfielders. Gradual strengthening of pitchers' arms is a vital part of spring training. Here Tommy Englese works the winter kinks out of his arm. Coach La Bruno counts on the strong throwing arm of Ralph Rosado to cut down base runners. Nowhere To Go But Up Early season workouts give )ackie Soto a chance to work on batting skills. Coach Terpak stresses the basics during outfield drills. In its second year of league play the girls' softball team has nothing to lose. In 1979, its first season, the girls lost every game, giving up an average of 21 runs per contest. This year, with an expansion of the schedule from 14 to 22 games and a new, more competitive attitude, the girls are looking, not only for their first victory, but for respectability in their division. Coach Terpak looks to Rose Minervini and Lois Dow to help lead the girls on to victory. 94 Maureen McLaughlin shags fly ball during outfield drills. After a long cold winter, Tricia Quidor loosens up a stiff arm. Lois Dow, fine pitching prospect, gets in shape during preseason conditioning workout. Runners Take Their Marks Elisa Ortega clears a hurdle. Freshmen girls learn the ropes in early indoor practice. Coach Kathy Dwyer A study in concentration. Rita Sariminasian trains for the difficult shotput throw. The 1980 girls' track team is looking forward to a successful season. They will compete in dual meets and a number of Saturday invitationals. The squad will be captained by seniors Elisa Ortega. Barbara Waldy and Linda Vitulano. Other returning seniors include Ana Del Campo and Amal Sidani. Unfortunately photos of the boys' team were unavailable at press time, but they are being coached by |im Carroll. 95 Bottom row: Ana Del Campo, Celina Ruiz, Elisa Ortega, Coach Kathy Dwver. Second row: Rita Sariminasian, Marilyn Alberian, Clara Rodriguez, Denise Trimino, Antonia Diamantis, Nancy Moran, Lynn Wilkens. Third row: Ann Marie Dorian, Lisa Farinola, jennifer Phillips, Charlene Ortiz. Karen Nersesian, Maria Sangillo, Jackie Quidor. Top row: Mariela Perdoma. Elizabeth Veras, Alexis Antonetti, Rose Petruzzella, Melody Maldonado, Donna O'Donnell, Linda Handel, Elise Malsch. Sports For All Seasons 1'J And The Band Played On Barbara Selesky, Advisor. Band members: Shirley Hallerman, Yvette Hallerman, Louis Sirio, Peter Paldino, Charlene Ortiz, Marianne Pearson, Tito Enriquez, Lisa Spinosa. Samuel Morales, Rufino Gonzalez, Jose Paez, Kim Enriquez, Jose Rodriquez, Raimonda Lo Dolce, Wendy Vlahanic, Silvia Enriquez, Lee Ann Behrens, Young Ho In, Angelo Murolo, Steve Leone, Raymon Reyes, Ricardo Diaz, and Drum Majorette Elise Malsch. Not pictured: Medalina Nimo, Gregie Throgmorton, Grace Almoyan, Alois Branc, Antonio Pertesis, Perry' Falco, Richard Karabin, Lester Romero, and Thomas Montalvo. With the appointment of new advisor Barbara Selesky, the band underwent many revisions this year. Members of the band were required to wear uniforms at pep rallies and also provided musical entertainment at these spirit- raisers. In addition they provided colorful halftime entertainment at the football games. The band performed at Christmas and Spring concerts at schools in the area. Their concerts were eagerly awaited by both students and faculty. I rumpet section Steve Leone, Perry Falco, Mike Salvadore, rehearse a tune for Christmas assembly. The great mellow sounds of WHS. Band seniors: Lisa Spinosa, Tito Enriquez, Band helps kick off gala Thanksgiving Parade. Raimonda Lo Dolce, and Young Ho In. Flaggies Get A Kick Out Of Football Front row: Leslie Rivera, Patricia Kuhn, co-captain Elisa Ortega, Teresa Perez, captain Linda Vitulano, Amal Sidani, Cathy Haugh. Second row: Lillian Eques, Carol Rosero, Amy Colantino, Lilly Liddawi, Denise Trimino. Back row: Kim Principe, Angela Marinas, Tricia Quidor, Yadira Rivera, Hala Liddawi, Gwendolyn Woodring, Hiam Liddawi, Toni Sgherza, Debbie Cardenas, Kris Hegarty. Standing at rigid attention, the Flaggies begin their routine. What are Weehawken Flag Twirlers? They are a 22 member squad headed by captain Linda Vitulano, co-captain Elisa Ortega, and advised by Jill Leone. Their job is to bring colorful half-time entertainment to the fans at varsity football games. But they don’t stop twirling after the season. Two more months of hard practice are spent preparing for competition which, this year, took place in March. Looking back on the year's work, the flaggies will always remember going to Blimpie's after every football game . . . parties at the co-captain’s house . . . Hiam’s lips . . . dying to play football with the guys, who couldn't because they were always practicing. Senior Amal Sidani 100 Senior Hiam Liddawi Gwen in action! Flaggies go through their paces at the Thanksgiving pep rally. Advisor |ill Leone Senior Carol Rosero Captains Linda Vitulano and Elisa Ortega Senior Toni Sgherza Cheerleaders Smile, Sparkle, Shine! Weehawken's Chorus Line! Underclassmen honor seniors at the closing of football season. Front row: JV captains Nora Vitulano, Lois Dow. Back row: Varsity captain Janet Handel. Advisor Marianne Kelly, Asst. Rosemary Gioffre, co-captain Alexandra Fernandez JV squad watches the action intently as they cheer the team on. 102 Varsity Cheerleaders. Front row: Cathy Petrino, Roseann Dolan, Maria Duarte. Middle row: Alexandra Fernandez, Judi Caputi. Janet Handel, Nancy Moran. Back row: Barbara Waldy, Jo Ann Bly, Joan Michkowski, Judith Pomponio. Not pictured: Antonia Rendine Senior squad members: Judith Pomponio, Barbara Waldy, Janet Handel, Judi Caputi, Alexandra Fernandez, Roseann Dolan Choo-choo, Injun train coming through! Cheerleaders await their cue before performing at Christmas assembly. JV Cheerleaders. Front row: Jackie Quidor, Maria Sangillo, Beth Valentino, Linda Handel, Nora Vitulano. Middle row: Karen Koprowski, Lois Dow, Debbie Holloway. Back row: Gina Spinosa, Leah Thomas, Michelle Singer, Eileen Cardenas. After attending the United States Cheerleading Association cheerleading camp and learning a variety of skills, our cheerleaders, armed with new pom poms and uniforms, displayed their spirit throughout the fall and winter seasons. Extending their talents beyond cheering, they also portrayed Santa's elves in the Christmas show' which was performed for the grammar school and high school students. Although the cheerleaders usually perform at the football and basketball games, this year they also lent their voices and routines to the soccer and wrestling teams. Without a doubt the cheerleaders began the new decade with sparkling new ideas and great big smiles! Legs are here and we’ve got 'em! 103 Color Guard Displays Red And Black Front row: Marlene Miranda, Diane Behrens, Lieutenant Anna Miranda, Mary Cannon, Karen Hamer, Back row: Captain Kathy Harris, Lieutenant Lisa Cattuna, Kathy Kelly, Mercy DelGado, Rose Gaccione, Arlene Goodwin, Eileen McLaughlin, jeanette Molinaro, Silvia Hector. Captain Kathy Harris Lieutenant Lisa Cattuna Lieutenant Anna Miranda Stony-faced and eager to perform, the Color Guard stands at rigid attention as they await the halftime whistle. They snap into action, their even strides taking them to the center of the field, where they proudly display the colors and perform the routines they have diligently practiced during the summer months. Halftime over and the routine completed, they march off the field awaiting the start of the second half of the game so they can cheer their Injun team on to victory. 105 The high-stepping Color Guard completes a routine. The majorettes have demonstrated hard work and devotion this year, although they have had many difficulties. Led by their captain, Celeste Langford, and advisor Pamela Murgo, the girls have performed enjoyable routines and contributed to o.ur overall school spirit. The majorette squad, cut from ten to five girls, may be small in size but they are very big in boosting spirit. Majorettes strut and twirl for the fans. Captain Celeste Langford Advisor Pamela Murgo is flanked by Majorettes Janice Nafash, Angela Rama, Celeste Langford, Rosa Hernandez. Not pictured: Donna Gratale, Lynn Wilkins Majorettes: Small In Size, Big In Pride The majorettes perform an intricate routine at the Thanksgiving pep rally. 106 Varsity Girls Rout Alumni Alumna Laura Franco puts a shot over grace Almoyan's outstreched arms. Michele O'Connor puts a move on Diane Behrens. The girls' basketball team, ex- ploding from the very beginning of the game, routed a determined, but out-played group of alumni, in their 15th annual contest, 69-25. Coach Perry Del Purgatorios squad, utilizing a full court press and led by top scorers Lisa Spinosa, Rose Minervini and Diane Behrens, were just too much for the veteran alumni squad. 107 comme ATTRhCTIOn 109 Class Of ’81 Officers And Representatives President Chris Ulrich, vice-president Lillian Egues, advisor Aimee Pearlman, treasurer Denise Trimino and secretary Hala Liddawi. The junior class is already preparing for the time when they will be seniors. They arranged an exciting disco dance, organized a hilarious donkey basketball game and established an easy payment plan for dues in order to help ease next year's expenses. Under the leadership of their class officers and representatives and with the help of advisor Aimee Pearlman, the junior class is ready to meet the challenges of 1981. no Homeroom representatives Yvette Hallerman, JoAnne Bly and Lillian Liddawi, seated, and Rene Raclee, Xiomara Ramos and Mary Cannon, standing. Not pictured: Clara Rodriguez. Marilyn Albcrian Grace Almoyan Lizardo Aranda Keilh Baker Diane Behrens Ana Benitez Alois Branc |oAnn Bly Richard Butler Alberto Cabrera Debbie Cabrera Pur a Cabrera Raul Cad on as Mary Cannon Maureen Casey Gary Cocchio Horatio Cuellas Angela Detrizio Antonia Dimantis Lea Direnzo |u!io Don ado Lillian Egues Daisy Fernandez Wanda Flecha Berta Garcia Diana Garcia Angela Gomez Gloria Gudiel Yvette Hallerman Paul Hamilton Patrick Haugh Noval Hendan Charles Heslin Christina Iglesias Felipe Iglesias I rone |acome Linda jackson 111 Cathy Kelly Lori Kelly Michael Kiledjian Keith Krieger Marcello Krizman Lida Larrera Steven Leone Hala Liddawi Lillian Liddawi Caesar Lopez Phyllis Lopez Glenn Madsen |eff Mahoney Angela Marinias |uan Martinez Lisa Martinez Lawrence McCallun Caroline Medich lessica Miguel Robert Michkowski Tommy Montalvo Rosa Morales Nancy Moran Carol Moreira Janice Nafash Medalina Nimo Patrick Oakley Ismael Pabon Adele Papa Iraida Paz Marianne Pearson |ane Pecha Julio Perez 112 |ulian Rivera Clara Rodriguez George Rodriguez lose Rodriguez |o� o Romero Lester Romero Maria Sanchez Rita Sariminazan fames Schielzo Nancy Sindo Kenny Snedeker Vito Tattoli Teresa Perez Antonio Pertesis Brenda Picari Kim Principe Steven Quidor lose Ramos Xiomara Ramos Angela Rana Dave Chris |osefa Thomas Ulrich Veliz Ramrakshah Anthony Manolo Tiwari Valiccnti Vidal Denise Angel Mercedes Trimino Valledor Villacis Marisela Victoria Lynn Wilkens 113 Gwendolyn Woodring Class Of ’82 Officers And Representatives The vivacious and active sophomore class worked hard all year in order to raise funds. They sold candy in February and this effort was a great success. They also sponsored a dance in the spring to help their fund raising efforts. Sophomore class officers president Catherine Haugh, vice-president Sara Abdelaziz, secretary Evelyn Montalvo, treasurer Amy Colantino. Advisor David Rubin Sophomore homeroom representatives - Seated are Sara Abdelaziz, Catherine Haugh, Brunilda Marrero, Eleni Pashalidis. Standing are Donna Ann Schmadel, Pedro Rivero, Charlene Ortiz. 114 Onofrio Eileen Cardenas Lois Dow Francine Charlie Fontana Frey re Caputo Danny Doumit Cervantes Ana Maria Duarte Rose Caccionc Anthony Patricia George Amaniera Applegate Arango Monica Amy Barbara C lavare za Colantino Cosmano Walter Thomas Sylvia Enders Englesc Enriquez Edward Ana Eric Galore Garcia Garcia lose Alex Phillip Baquerizo Brig Capaaso Leo Raul Ann Marie DeCandia DeLaTorre Dorian |uan |oaoph Rumaldo Entenza Facchini Fernandez Kali Bridget Karen Gaulkin Giancaspro Hamer Cathy Haugh Richie Karabin Denise Marcel Eileen McLaughlin Kris Hegarty Trina Karabin Brunilda Marrero Karon Nersesian Lazara Homandez Sharon Kelly Lydia Marrero Mar ' Oakley Kathleen Hofstcde Michael Kimmelman Danny Mastropierro Karen O'Connor Daniel Hogan Patricia Kuhn Cosmo Mezzina Linda O'Connor Debra Holloway Carlos Lopez Marlene Miranda Raimundo Ortega Tammy Hughes Claudia Macias Jeanette Molinaro Richie |odice Amy Mah Evelyn Montalvo Ericka Jungman Joae Manso David Mulder 116 George Santos Herbert Schwanse Judith Soto Mayda Vellz Carl Saas Ida Sindo James Terlizzi Andrea Vierra Albert Schlageter Gina Spinosa Miguel Tore! las Nora Vitulano Donna Schmade! Jaqueline Soto Nancy Valderrama Nancy Witsik B Charlene Ortiz Frank Pasquale Jennifer Phillips Leslie Rivera John Rosenberg Francisco Ortiz Carmen Perez Linda Porcelli Yadira Rivera Glenda Santiago Maria Pa bon Jose Perez Tricia Quidor Pedro Rivero Susan Parkhill Cathy Petrino Wayne Raymond Alex Romero 117 Class Of ’83 Officers And Representatives Class officers: President Silvia Rodriguez, Vice-President Maria Sangillo, Secretary Jackie Quidor, and Treasurer Michelle Singer. Facing the year with anticipation and unfamiliarity, the freshman class of '83 experienced the demanding work and the scurrying about related to high school life. This year’s officers, along with advisor Craig Berteele, have formed activities to help support the newly established class. In order to meet financial obligations they have collected dues from each student, and have instituted many fund raising activities. 118 Advisor Craig Berteele Michael Avoletta ]aqueline Arellano Angel Arrata Hadalinda Alvarez Alexis Anlonelli Lucy Acemyan Rose Amalia Hernando Pamela Carlos Steven Karen Hernandez Hernandez Heslin Igiesia Irving Koprowski Lee Ann Behrens Ivette Casanova Mabel Degregorio Theresa Direnzo Richard Escobalcs Paula Gonzales Shirley Hallerman William Kricgcr Iris Benitez Dobbie Cardenas Anita Diaz Doreen Dunkin David Fleming Varinia Grande Linda Handel Leonora La Mantia Iraklis Bourinaris (Malis Chavez Maria Diaz Clara Duran |ohn Foster David Crimics Suzanne Hamer Luis Larrea Francisco Cabrera Carmcla Cifarelli Ricardo Diaz Kim Enriquez Michael Gonzalez Carlos Cuidcl Thomas Hansbury Harry Litchfield 119 Eva Lopez Melody Maldonado Soraya Mendez Samuel Morales Alexandro Ortega Mariela Perdomo Victor Reyes Martin Rodriguez Michelle Rosenberg Rosario Lopez Terry Maloney Michael Millan Merilee Murphy lose Paez |uan Perez Carmen Robles Silvia Rodriguez Cynthia Sainato Donna Macina Elise Malsch loseph Miller Clarence Normil Peter Paldino Margarita Perez |uan Rodriguez Henry Roman Maria Sangillo Michelle Mack Richard Marrero Maria Montes de Oca Donna O'Donnell Michael Paolillo Orbin Perez Luis Rodriguez Velma Rosado Hector Santin Patricia Kenneth Roaario Doreen |acquelinc Lisa Perlaza Peters Petruzella Phillip Quidor Rea 120 Elizabeth Danny Valentino Vazquez Maria Vazquez Eusebio Elizabeth Veras Louis Sino Brian Throgmorton Robert Snedeker Alfio Tomarchio Ioann Stepkovich John Torres lames Tierney Theresa Valderama Stacy Wey Mk Todd Wilkens Michelle Singer Leah Thomas Wendy Vlahanic Debra Walsh ALTOMARK. DOMINICK 217 Dodd St. Ski Club 11 ANNESE, FRANK 204 Shippen St. Italian Club 9 10 Football 10 Wrestling 11 12 Ski Club 11 ARAMBARRI. HUGO I!) Duer Place ARAl l|0. ELIA 38-49th. St. ARDELJIAN. DORINA 4810 Park Ave. Indian Ink 10 N ILS. II BKMKE. WILLIAM 09 Hauxhurst Ave. BORTHWICK. JOHN 127 Shippen SI. Wrestling 9 10 11 Captain 12 Football 9 10 H R. Rep. 12 Student Council 10 BUONSANTO. ANTONIO 25-49th. SI. Class Vice Pri:s. 10 Voc. School 10 11 12 BURKE. PATRICIA 01A-46th. SI. CAMACHO. CARMEN 101 Oak SI. CAPUANO, DAVID 021 Gregory Ave. Italian Club 10 Photography 12 CAPUTI. JUDITH 228 Maple SI. Cheerleading 9 10 12 Indian Ink 11 N.H.S. 10 11 12 Class Pres. 9 10 11 12 CASTILLO, IKRRY 89 Liberty PI. CASTILLO. JOSE 85 Liberty PI. CATTUNA. LISA 7 Lincoln PI. Color Guard 9 10 11 Senior Directory 130 Oak SI. Cheerleader 10 11 12 Co-Captain 12 Student Council 10 11 Executive Comm. 10 11 12 CIIEMAS. PATRICIA 218 Maple St. COSIO, SYLVIA 30 Fulton St. Chorus 10 11 N.H.S. 10 11 H R. Rep. 11 12 Student Council 11 12 Cl I ETC), MARIA 99 Clifton Terr DAVIDE. TINA KELLY 93 Clifton Terr. Zenith 11 Pep Stpiad 11 Senior Dance Comm. 12 DE BARI. FRANK 100 Highpoint Ave. Basketball 9 Soccer 11 DE LA TORRE. |OSE 4526 Park Ave. Tennis 9 Football 9 10 11 Captain 12 DEL CAMPO. ANA 02 Columbia Terr. N.H.S. 10 Track 11 Ski Club 11 Stage Crew Senior Play II DELLAFAVE, BERNARD 31 W. 19th SI. DELLA FAVE. CAROL 112 Oak SI. Majorette 10 11 DE MOYA, BELINDA 85 Liberty PI. DE NICHILO, ROSEANN 510 Hudson Ave. Cheerleader 9 10 DIAZ. ISABEL 17 Oak SI. Track 10 DICEMBRI. AN THONY 111 Shippen Si. DOLAN. ROSEANN NILS. 11 12 Girl’s Softball 11 DORIAN. CHRISTINA 20 Duer PI. Cheerleader 10 11 Student Council 9 10 11 N.H.S. 11 12 DUARTE. ARMANDO 3344 Park Ave. Football 12 Wrestling 10 DULLAVIN. FERNANDO 2 Potter PI. Track 9 10 11 12 1)1 INKIN. KATHLEEN 30 Fulton PI. DURAN. TERESITA 3004 Park Ave. EISENIIAIIER. BERNARD 0 Zerman PI. ENRIQUEZ. WALDO 40 Columbia 'Terr. Wrestling 10 12 Band 9 10 11 12 Soccer 9 10 11 Captain 12 Student Council 9 10 11 President 12 National I lunor Sue. 10 11 12 Photography 11 12 Indian Ink 12 Zenith 12 FALCO. PERRY 110 Shipped SI. FEARON. MARIANNE 407 Park Ave. Cheerleader 10 Indian Ink 11 12 NILS. 11 12 Vice-President 12 H R. Rep. 11 12 Executive Comm. 12 Zenith 12 Editor Ski Club II FERNANDEZ. ALEXANDRA 73-46th. St. Cheerleader 10 11 Co-Captain 12 Football Queen 12 FERNANDEZ. JOSE 49-47th. SI. FERNANDEZ. NANCY 4530 Park Ave. FERRER. CONRADO 39 Eldorado PI. Baseball 11 12 Wrestling 12 FLEMING. SUSAN 3004 Park Ave. Band II Zenith 10 FLOOD, PATRICK 213 High wood Ave. FRESCIII, MICHAEL 220 Shippen St. Bowling 9 10 GEANY. JOHN 3608 Park Ave. GIRARDO. THOMAS 153 Ncsbil SI. GRABLLS. LEOVALDO 3708 Park Ave. GRATALE, DONNA ROSE 125 Oak St. Majorette 11 12 GRUTTADAURIA SALVATORE 222 Highpoint Ave. Rock Ensemble Stage Crew 9 10 11 12 GUERRA. MARLEN 89 Liberty PI. GUTIERREZ. |OSE 4530 Park Ave. Football 9 10 Wrestling 9 10 Baseball 9 10 11 HANDEL, JANET 419 Gregory Ave. Cheerleader 9 10 11 Captain 12 Class Vice Pres. 9 11 12 Student Council 9 10 N.H.S. 10 11 12 Zenith 12 122 1 HARRIS. KATHRYN 724 Boulevard East Color Guard 9 10 11 Captain 12 Band 9 HEGARTY, STEVEN 600 Gregory Avc. Ski Club 11 Library Council 12 HOGAN. EILEEN 574 Gregory' Avc. HUGHES. ROBIN 17-51th. St. IACONO, ANTHONY 133 Shippen St. Wrestling 9 10 11 Captain 12 Tennis 9 10 11 12 Soccer 9 10 11 Indian Ink 9 10 11 Student Council 9 10 12 N.H.S. 12 Photography 11 IGLESIAS. NORBERTO 4l-47th. St. IN. YOUNG HO 33-49th. St. Soccer 10 11 Band 11 12 Track 11 12 Photography 11 IACOME, DAVID 99 Liberty PI. JARAMILLO, MARIANNE 4536 Park Avc. JODICE. MICHAEL 209 Maple St. Basketball 9 10 11 Captain 12 Football 12 ( Baseball 12 11INCO, BLANCA 11 Columbia Terr. KLIMENTO. PAULINE 35-48th. St. N.H.S. 11 12 Astrology 11 12 KOPROWSKI, GEORGE 845 Boulevard East Basketball 10 11 12 Football 9 LANGFORD, CELESTE 3506 Park Avc. Majorettes 9 10 11 Captain 12 Ski Club II Softball 11 12 LEAHY. MICHAEL 12 Liberty PI. LENNAN. ROBERT 510 Hudson Avc. Basketball 9 10 11 Football 9 12 LEONARD. KATHLEEN 132 Dodd St. LEONE. |OSEPH 17 Columbia Terr. Basketball 9 10 11 LIDDAWI. III AM 1-50th. St. Flagtwirler 10 11 12 H R. Rep. 9 11 12 Student Council 12 N.H.S. 12 Ski Club 11 Executive Comm. 12 LISOTTO, ROSEMARY 121 Shippen St. Girl's Basketball Mgr. 10 11 LO DOLCE. RAIMONDA LIA 50 Liberty PI. Band 10 11 12 Bowling 10 Chorus 9 Track 12 LUIS. |ESSE 713 Boulevard East Football 9 Track 9 10 11 12 N.H.S. 10 11 12 Executive Comm. 11 12 Vice-Pros. Student Council 12 Ski Club 11 Student Exchange Comm. 11 12 Board Relations Comm. 12 MACIAS. IAVIER 6-50th. St. Soccer 10 11 12 MACINA. ANTHONY 134 Shipped St. MARTINEZ. MARIA 33-471 h. St. H R. Rep. 9 10 11 Student Council 12 N.H.S. 11 Chorus 10 11 French Club 10 11 MILLER. GLENN 67 Chestnut St. Zenith 12 Indian Ink 12 MINERVINI. MADELINE 41 West 19th. SI. Astrology Club 11 Girl's Softball 12 MINERVINI. MARIA ROSE Girl's Basketball 9 10 11 Captain 12 Girl's Tennis 9 10 11 Captain 12 Girl's Softball 11 12 Student Council 9 H R. Rep.9 N.H.S. 11 12 MIRANDA. ANNA 206 llighpoinl Avc. Color Guard 9 10 11 Co-Captain 12 MISKE. ALLISON 212 llighpoinl Avc. MOORE. HELEN 3344 Park Avc. Color Guard 10 11 Softball 11 12 MORIN. ERNESTO 73 Hauxhurst Ave. MUGHETTO. MICHAEL 133 Oak St. Basketball 9 10 11 N.H.S. 11 12 Tennis 9 Indian Ink 9 10 11 Sports Editor 12 MULDER, KENNETH 3602 Park Ave. MUNOZ. NANCY 3716 Park Ave. OAKLEY. THOMAS 5 Cooper PI. Wrestling 11 12 Football 9 10 11 12 ORTEGA. ELISA A. 3412 Park Ave. Flagtwirler 10 11 Co-Captain 12 Track 9 10 11 12 Zenith 12 H R. Rep. 12 N.H.S. 10 11 12 French Club 10 Art Club PEARSON. HELEN M. 2 Potter PI. Chorus 9 Band 10 11 PEREZ. JANET 18-48th. St. PICONE. ROBERT F. 3306 Pleasant Ave. POMPONIO. JUDITH 22 Eldorado PI. Cheerleader 9 10 11 12 |. V. Captain 10 11 N.H.S. 10 11 Student Council 9 10 11 12 Track 9 PORCELLI. KATHRYN 216 Highpoinl Ave. PYNE. JOHN 107 Maple St. RAMOS. ELENO 46 Fulton St. RICHARDSON. DONNA 70 Liberty PI. Band 9 10 11 Art Club 11 12 Basketball 10 11 Italian Club 9 Track 10 Zenith Staff 12 RIVERA. CARMEN 37-49lh. St. Zenith Staff 10 11 Dance Comm. 10 11 French Club 9 10 Pep Squad 10 123 H.R. Rep. 12 Student Council 12 RODRIGUEZ, BEDFORD 221 Shippen St. RODRIGUEZ. |UAN 6 Liberty PI. RODRIGUEZ. MAGNOLIA 24-50th St. RODRIQUE. MICHAEL 46-47th. St. Football 9 12 ROGERS, ANDRES 17-50th St. ROMAGUERA, ARMANDO 3220 Pleasant Ave. Basketball 9 ROMANO. GINA 15-49th. St. Indian Ink 9 Track 10 N.H.S. 11 ROSADO. RALPH 49-47th. St. Basketball 9 10 11 Captain 12 Baseball 11 12 Football 11 12 ROSADO, RONNIE 49-47th. St. Basketball 9 11 12 ROSERO. CAROL 179 Hackensack Plk. Rd. ROVITO. ROSEANN 80 W. 18th. St Track 10 Softball 11 RUIZ. ALBERTO 54-47th St Football 9 10 11 Co-Captain 12 Basketball 9 Baseball 10 11 12 RUIZ. ('.ELINA 80 Highwood Terr Track 9 Student Council 11 12 H R. Rep. 11 12 RUIZ. ERNESTO A. 80 Clifton Terr. RUPPERT, LAURIE 2212 Palisade Ave. Cheerleader 9 10 Student Council 9 10 Class Rep. 11 Senior Play 11 National H.S. 12 RYAN. KEVIN 28 Liberty PI. RYAN. RAYMOND 35 Columbia Terr. Tennis 9 Football 9 10 11 Co-Captain 12 Track 9 10 Wrestling 11 SALHANY, MARY 200 High point Ave. N.H.S. 12 SALVADOR. MICHAEL ANTHONY 46 Cooper PI. Football 9 10 11 12 Band 9 10 11 12 Baseball 9 Track 10 11 12 SALVEMINI. ANTHONY 53, Kingswood Rd. SANTOS. KATHY 99 Liberty PI. Track 9 SASOONIAN MARISSA 104 Highpoint Ave SGHIELZO. DOMINIC 104 Hauxhurst Ave 8CHF.RZA. ANTOMA 107 |efferson Ave. Flagtwirler 10 11 12 Ski Club II Decorating Comm 12 SIDANI. AMAL 55 Hauxhurst Ave N.IIS 10 Treasurer 11 President 12 Chorus 10 Flagtwirler 11 12 Track 9 10 11 12 Ski Club 11 Photography Club 12 French Club 9 10 H R. Rep. 12 Student Council 12 SIGNS. DONNA 136 Highpoint Ave. Softball 11 12 SMITH. ANNING 56 Columbia Terr. Indian Ink 9 N.H.S. 11 12 Student Council 11 12 Photography Club 11 12 Zenith SOSA. NELSON 55-46th. St. Baseball 12 SPINOSA. LISA 222 |ane St. Basketball 9 10 11 Captain 12 Class Sec. 9 10 11 12 N.H.S. 10 11 12 Student Council 9 10 Band 9 10 11 12 STAGER. EDWARD 6 Cooper PI. TALIADOl IROl I. TOULA 23-51th. St. Art Club 2 yrs. French Club 1 vr. N.H.S. 2 yrs. TORNQUIST. ROBERT 29 Fulton SI Bowling II TRIFOGLIO. MARY 26 Grand St N II S 12 TRINCHET. BLANCA 22 High Wood Ave VALCARCEL. LUIS 3329 Park Ave Football 9 10 11 12 Track 9 10 11 NHS 12 Art Club 12 Ski Club 11 Band 9 10 11 Stage Band 10 11 Zenith 12 VALLEDOR, |UAN 25-50th. St. VALVERDUT, REINA 2 Ridgely PI. VESCONEZ, CAMILA 3510 Park Ave. VILAR, CARLOS 85 Clifton Terr. VILLAMAR, ROSA 30-49th. St. Ski Club 11 Class Rep. 11 12 Student Council 11 12 H R. Rep. 11 12 N.H.S. 12 Photography 12 VION. RENEE 211 Oak St. French Club 10 Ski Club 11 N.H.S. 11 12 VISAGGIO, ANTHONY 9 Shippen St. VISAGGIO, FRED 123 Shippen St. VITULANO, LINDA 404 Gregory Ave. Class Treas. 9 10 11 12 Flagtwirler 9 10 11 Captain 12 Track 9 10 11 12 N.H.S. 10 11 12 Student Council 9 10 Zenith 12 WALDY. BARBARA 198 Highwood Ave. Cheerleader 10 11 12 H.R. Rep. 11 N.H.S. 10 11 12 Track 9 10 11 12 Zenith 12 YF.O GRACE 11-47th. St N H S 11 12 124 A Antonio Acevedo A ). Delivery Service AlFredo American Interstate Motor Freight F. Andretta M. Andretta Andy Vivian Pat Marge Antonacci Mr. Mrs. Bruce Appell Patricia Applegate Mimi Arambarri Armosap II August Fabrics Inc. Aunt Diane Auntie Uncle Emily Azmelian Harold Azmelian Harold Emily Azmelian Jean Azzarella B Baba Bacallao Armando Baez Mr. Joe Barry Vinny Bellifemine Carmen Bengen Benji Marie Berger Bertocci Family jo Marie Bialkowski Mr. Mrs. S. Bialkowski Mr. Mrs. A. Bigart Big Ed Mr. Bill Roberta Blake Lolita Blanco A. Bonito Edith Bonsee Joyce Brandenburg B R Auto Parts Bud Betty Bummer Mr. Mrs. R. A. Burger Buttercup c Mr. C Ca Tom Cahill Camila is No. 1 Samuel Ada Carballo Boosters John Carmichael Carol Scott Casey Mr. Mrs. Casey Mrs. Castino C.B.S. Films Celeste-Always Special Celeste - Be Happy Celeste-Love Hank Celeste-Love Tim Chris Anna Cello Elizabeth Centinaro Joseph Centinaro Chuck Satin Cinea Repertory Group C M Film Ralph Colasurdo Jr. Gustavo Coronei Graciano Cubas Adriana Cummings D Ciro D’Ambrosio Dee DeFelice Family Gina DeFelice Julia DeFelice Edward A. Delaney Jr. Mr. Mrs. Della Fave Gino Depinto Andy D'Errico Mr. Mrs. A. D’Errico The DeStefanos Niessa Diamantis Jean Ray Diaz Madelyn Diaz Disco Fever Discotronics Inc. Bereta Diz Julio Donado John Dorish Marion G. Dougherty Du Art Film Industries Joann Dulanie Miss Dwyer E Elan Diane Eneida Lee F Deirdre Fearon Marianne Fearon Mr. Mrs. John E. Feraon Jr. Mr. Mrs. John E. Feraon Sr. Mr. Ferrera Fernandez Family Good Luck! Flaggies have more fun! G Carrie Gallagher The Gallaghers Bill Garry Lea Gibson Good Luck Celeste Good Luck Celeste, may the future be ours forever! Good Luck Love to Andy Good Luck Rosa Kathy Gradan Virginia Grego Gramma Gross Mr. Mrs. Gross The Guerrera’s - Good Luck” H Hank-n-Celeste Cathy Haugh Cathy Haugh Kevin Haugh Mary Haugh Pat Haugh Grandma Hain Ana Herrera Mrs. M. Higgins Dan Hogan Mr. Mrs. Andrew Hogan I I Love You, Carlos F. Improta Internation National Isapcionnoosa I Mark Jamsen J.E.L. Automotive J.E.L. Automotive K Kathy Kassab Keep-it-cool-and-stick- in-there- Sis! Lori Kelly Kennedy's Kimba L Anthony James La Forgici Marianna Lagani John Marie Lamendola Jacqueline Laredo Helen Lickefett Erwin Linhart Ruth Linhart Ruth Linhart Artie Marie Londrigan Billie Lorant Roslyn Losick Love, Mom 2 Love, Nelly Love, Your Teddy Bear M Mamma John Manetas Mrs. Mannion Mercedes Manrique Frank Marto Barbara Matzek Mrs. Katie McDonald Tom McGorty Tom McGorty John Melton M M Delivery Service Mr. D. Minervini Mr. Mrs. A.G. Morano Mrs. Jenny Munos with Love Kerrin Murphy Mr. Mrs. William Murphy Mrs. Nora Murphy Mr. Mrs. Murray N Nancy J. Oronzco Was Here Mr. Mrs. Nelson Janice Nersesian Pat Chuck Niclas Anthony Adam Nicolich Ada Maria Nimo Carmen Nimo Lily Nimo Mr. Mrs. Marion Nimo November 29, 1977 Hank-n-Celeste o Ray Ortega Francisco Ortiz Carol Otto Frederich Otto P Tara Padrone Park Ave. Band Ran j an Patel Mary Pellegrino Marie Pipitone Mrs. Polazzi R Raynes Family Neil Reardon Mr. D. Rezach Mrs. D. 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Wells Terry Wells When you have a cat name it Mimi-Good Luck Emma Wichmann Good Luck Mr. Wisniewski Billy Witsik Nancy Witsik Mrs. Marie Witsik Mr. Mrs. Woscek 128 Best Wishes To the Class of ’80 Weehawken Booster Club President - Joe King Vice President - Sal Jodice Secretary - Mrs. Ulrich Treasurer - Harry Barker 127 Good Luck to the Class of 1980 Idila’s School of Modeling European Style Special thanks to Marissa! Phone (201) 865-4411 Library Council 38-49 St. 2nd Floor Weehawken, N.|. 07087 Spinosa Music Lincoln Delicatessen 201-865-2168 Pianos Musical Instruments Organs Lessons Sheet Music Accessories - Fine Wines - Hot Cold Buffet - Liquors - Beers - Hors D'Oeuvres 4414 Bergenline Avenue 201-348-8655 Union City. N.|. 07087 3502 Park Ave. Parties Catered Weehawken, N.J. Choice Liquors Compliments of Specialists in needleworks, canvas, and fabrics. HIGHWOOD GARAGE 863-9843 Joan Toggitt, LTD Auto Repairs — Road Service Official N.J. 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N| Best Wishes WE DELIVER Union City Library 865-4451 324-43rd Street 866-8200 Union City Good Luck and Success to the Class of 1980 Weehawken Education Association 133 CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1980 FROM YOUR YEARBOOK PHOTOGRAPHER VINODD STUDIOS Ben And Roger Halpern 123 Monticello Avenue Jersey City, New Jersey 07305 333-8980 134 PALACE RECREATION Home of the Indians 312 38th Street Union City Good food Good Bowling HESS GAS STATION 612 Boulevard East Weehawken, NJ Trophy Manufacturers 798-4466 STAN’S SPORT CENTER Sporting Goods Wholesale Retail 528 Washington St. Hoboken, NJ 07030 Ray Cerrito Good Luck and Best Wishes To the Class of 1980 Dr. Mrs. Richard E. Onorevole Good Luck Seniors Compliments of a friend 135 To the Class of '80 May success, happiness, and good fortune be the path to your future LOVE, the CLASS OF '81 Congratulations from THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Amal Sidani, President Marianne Fearon, Vice President Lillian Eques, Treasurer Diane Behrens, Secretary Mr. |ohn Passarotti, Advisor TURNON TO NEW IDEAS NOW! selection of rock t-shirts featuring: BLOND1E, RAMONES, STONES. ZEP, BANGS, BEATLES, AND MANY, MANY MORE ........................................................................ STOP!! and go through our large selection of underground LP's, rare and hard to finds. Bruce, Patti, Elvis, Stones, Beatles, Led Zep, Rockabilly, New Wave, and Now New BANGS 45! ALSO!! a complete selection of silver jewelry, accessories, scales, buttons, feather jewelry and leather wallets . . . A Unique Store, For Unique People, Since 1971 136 CONGRATULATIONS to the CLASS OF 1980 WEEHAWKEN BOARD OF EDUCATION John Oleske, President James Dette, Vice President Ralph Auriemma Roger Dorian Patrick D’Achille Louis Ferullo Michael Ganim Andrew McGorty Michael Olvesen Richard E. Onorevole Superintendent of Schools 137 Marion G. Dougherty Board Secretary Business Administrator The staff of the INDIAN INK wishes to congratulate our sister publication on the successful completion of the 1980 Zenith and wishes luck and success to the graduates of 1980. The Best of Everything to the Class of '80 GOOD LUCK! STUDENT COUNCIL President: Tito Enriquez Vice-President: Jesse Luis Secretary: James Sabato Treasurer: Tricia Quidor Advisors: Thomas Russo and John Passarotti Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Class of '80 May Your Dreams Come True Tomorrow Col. and Mrs. Roger J. Dorian Mr. and Mrs. Peter Olivieri Lauren, Nikki, and Guy 138 The ZENITH staff wishes the Class of ’80 the best of life! Congratulations and Best Wishes TO THE CLASS OF 1980 THE GREATEST CLASS ON EARTH Congratulations from 701 Kennedy BLVD North Bergen, NJ 348-1115 4307 Park Avenue Union City, NJ Main Office Eastview Exxon CUBAN Auto Parts Accesorios Y Repuestos Tel. 865-1450 EW. Berger and Bro. Good luck to the class of '80 Weehawken, NJ Celeste, Angela, Janice Lynn. Rosa and Donna. COMMUNITY STORE Best of Luck to the Class of '80 Love, Varsity Janet, Alexandra, Barbara, Roseann, Judi, Judy, Maria, Missy, Cathy, |oann, Nancy, Tonia. Advisor: Marianne Kelly 3716 Park Ave. 863-0104 A center for activities and information in support of: PEACE AND SOCIAL JUSTICE (paz Y j usticia) Free legal counselling - glass recycling (consejo legal gratis) Supported by donations and sale of donated items. phone: (201) 867 7013 COSTA DEL SOL TRAVEL AGENCY Complete Travel Service Amalia Alvarez 4200 park avenue MANAOcn WEEHAWKEN. N. J. 07007 (201) 798-9765 963-8695 7 7‘zbieAet @04WlaiHteHaMce Ohc. SPECIALIZING IN MACK TRUCKS AIR CONDITIONING WELDING TOWING ROAD SERVICE - COMPLETE TRUCK REPAIRS PEIN FEARON 770 TONNELE AVE. JERSEY CITY, NJ 07307 Editor’s Page Thanks to . . . Janet Handel and Chris Dorian who were not only the assistant editors but also two excellent workers. All the underclassmen who, due to the lack of seniors on the staff, took the responsibility of working on layouts. Elisa Ortega, Barbara Waldy, and Linda Vitulano, who contributed to the yearbook even though they had a demanding schedule. Our guardian angel, Mr. Petrucci, who not only helped us with the mechanics of the yearbook but also was a good friend. Tito Enriguez, Anning Smith and Danny Mastropierro, who were the staff photographers. Luis Valcarcel and Donna Richerdson, who contributed all the art work for the yearbook. Ed Jerry, of Vinodd Studios, who took care of the senior portraits along with activities, sports and candid pictures. Mr. Terpak who looked over the page proofs and helped us get started. All the teachers and students who cooperated with us when we needed information for copy or needed photographs. The Zenith Business Staff who filled sixteen pages of ads. Mr. Colasurdo, who gave his time and patience to help us get this book together, even when he had to give up his days off in order to help us meet deadlines. Index Acknowledgement................................. page Activities Divider ............................. page Administration ................................. page Advertisements ................................... page Alumni Game .................................... page Art Club ......................................... page Band ............................................. page Baseball ....................................... page Basketball, boys ................................. page Basketball, girls .............................. page Board of Education ............................... page Boosters ......................................... page Cafeteria Staff................................. page Candids ............................... page 6, 72, 96, Cheerleaders ................................... page Christmas Play ................................. page Cooperative Industrial Education ................. page College Fair ..................................... page Color Guard .................................... page Color Page ....................................... page Crowded Hall ..................................... page Custodians ....................................... page Donkey Basketball .............................. page Editor’s Page .................................. page Empty Hall ..................................... page Faculty ........................................ page Faculty Divider ................................ page Flagtwirlers ................................... page Football ....................................... page Football Queen ................................. page Football Queen Dance ........................... page Freshmen Class ................................. page Freshmen Class Officers ........................ page Indian Ink ..................................... page Junior Class ..................................... page Junior Class Officers .......................... page 4 Library Council ................................ page 69 63 Majorettes ..................................... page 106 9 National Honor Society ......................... page 68 127 Office Secretaries............................. page 15 107 Photography Club .............................. page 70 70 Scoreboard ..................................... page 76 98 Secretaries. Board of Education ................ page 7 92 Secretaries, Superintendent .................... page 8 88 Senior Awards .................................. page 62 86 Senior Class ................................... page 18 7 Senior Class Officers........................... page 61 125 Senior Directory .............................. page 122 16 Senior Divider ................................. page 17 108 Senior Faculty Game ........................... page 50 102 Senior Masquerade ............................. page 30 74 Senior Play .................................... page 58 71 Senior Polls ................................... page 42 22 Soccer ......................................... page 78 104 Softball, girls ............................... page 94 40 Sophomore Class................................. page 115 2 Sophomore Officers.............................. page 114 16 Spanish Club.................................... page 71 23 Sports Divider ................................. page 75 143 Student Council ............................... page 67 144 Superintendent ................................ page 8 10 Table of Contents .............................. page 3 5 Tennis, boys ................................... page 91 100 Tennis, girls.................................. page 77 80 Thanksgiving ................................... page 83 48 Title page ..................................... page 1 49 Top Ten ........................................ page 60 119 Track ......................................... page 95 118 Underclassmen Divider ......................... page 109 66 Vocational School .............................. page 73 111 Wrestling ................................... page 84 110 Zenith ........................................ page 64 143 . 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