Weldon E Howitt High School - Hi Life Yearbook (Farmingdale, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 312 of the 1980 volume:

Hi-Life ’80 Farmingdale Senior High School Lincoln St. and Midwood Ave. Farmingdale, New York 11735 Volume Fifty-six Below: An old couch in the Informal School provides Andrea Bernstein with a comfortable atmosphere while reading A Brave New World. Situated at the end of three residential streets is a modern brick complex so huge that it overshadows the surrounding neighbor- hood. Many local residents and commuters pass by, possibly glancing at this structure or scanning the words on the front wall — “Farmingdale Senior High School.” This lack of atten- tion may be due to a mis- conception that the school is only a pile of bricks set in a middle-class suburban community, with no person- ality or life. The purpose of Hi-Life ’80 is to lead its readers beyond a surface analysis and take them through an in-depth study of the school. It will cover not only the events, fads, and people that characterized 1979-80, but also the stu- dents who provided an emotional aura and gave FHS its own living person- ality. Researching, inter- viewing, and surveying stu- dents and faculty in each section have enabled us to look at the year’s current events “In Depth,” while fo- cusing on specific aspects of 1980 school life in FHS. In addition, we have includ- ed, fpr th$ first time edito- rials' whifch enable the stu- dents to publicize their opinions. Prepare , yourself to plunge into and explore these “Jo. Depth” looks at the students and teachers who personified FHS in 1980. Above: Kerry Miller cleans the edges of her pastel drawing, preparing it for an Art Gallery exhibition. Top: A phone call home straightens out last minute plans for Jeanine Bianco. 2 Theme Contents Theme......... Student Life.. Events........ Sports........ Seniors....... Clubs......... Academics..... Faculty....... Business...... Theme Closing 2 5 44 72 120 172 208 232 264 302 Above: Soap bubbles fill the Commons when Mary Jean Corbett, dressed as a bar of Irish Spring, spreads her suds. Above: Farmingdale Senior High School welcomes early morning students and teachers. Theme 3 Above: Between periods, hallway traffic is a common factor in all students' lives. 4 Student Life STUDENT LIFE IN DE PTH IN DEPTH IN DEPTH A student’s life is more than being confined to classrooms. Not even ten acres of school grounds can contain all the facets that make up the lives of nearly three thousand stu- dents. This section takes an In Depth look at students out- side the classrooms — their boyfriends and girlfriends, hangouts, future interests, and their latest craze with designer jeans. Students’ social activities play an important role in their lives. A look at part time jobs, popular local bars, the Styx Concert at the Nassau Coliseum, and leisure time attractions on Long Island and in New York City provides a well- rounded view of students’ lives beyond classes and homework. To explore the sundry en- virons of teenagers is to know the diversities of a Farmingdale student. Student Life 5 Friendships Enhance School Years Middle: Monique Arian is greeted by companion, Fran Ollivari, after getting off the morning bus. Left A lake, the surrounding woods, and a sunny day provides a peaceful setting for friends, Barbara Roth and Randy Weiss, to chat about the day's events. Above: While waiting for the bell, Janine Czarnec and Jeff Guetta find Marie Argento's story amusing. A room crowded with people can be the loneliest place on earth if you don’t know anyone there. In the same way, spending day af- ter day in a school as large as Farmingdale without having any friends would be devastating to most people. Yet of all the aspects of high school life and friend- ships are probably taken for granted more than anything else. We are so used to having friends around that we don’t realize how hard it would be to get along with- out them. The morning ritual of meeting one’s comrades is probably the most impor- tant part of the school day for many students. The meeting place can be at a locker, a particular bench in the Commons, or a special corner in a hall or stairwell, but wherever it is, students head for it automatically when they enter the build- ing. I always meet my friends at my locker in the morning. From there, the three of us walk around the school and see what’s hap- pening that day,” Rosemary Jones, senior, said. To ar- rive at a meeting place and find a friend is absent can often spoil the whole day. It’s disappointing when they’re absent,” Doreen Armstrong, senior, admit- ted. “There’s suddenly no one to talk to and walk around with.” For all but a few students, it is equally important to have companions in every class. On the first day of school, schedules are ea- gerly passed around to see who has what class togeth- er. An unpleasant teacher can be tolerated with friends around, but even the best classes can be- come a chore if there is no one to talk to. And students who don’t feel like working during a free period are of- ten at a loss as to what to do if none of their friends are also free. “I just sit in the library and read a magazine if no one is around that day,” Scott Kramer, senior, com- mented. Even getting to and from school, whether by bus or on foot, can be a pleasure or a drudgery, all depending on whether there is a friend alongside. In future years, memories of high school will be nu- merous and varied. But nearly all of them will in- volve the friends who were so loyal throughout the school years, and for that reason they will be all the more cherished. 6 Friendships Left Together, Beth Johnson and Jane Mikolowski find last minute studying more enjoyable with their shoes off while stretched out on a Commons bench. Below: It's not unusual for friends, like Kara Daugherty and Patty Bates, to share a locker in a convenient hallway. Above: A warm radiator by a sunny window in a small corner of the school is the best atmosphere for an open- minded Joann Abruscato to listen to Ann Eugenio's dilemma. Above: An eight-track tape deck in a quiet hallway makes the free period entertaining for Keith Spalding. Terri Woods. Jeff Smith, and Artie Pure. Friendships 7 Below: Tom Quinn and Tricia Goodwin find a place to sit and Right Sue Moran confides in a talk. friend while waiting for the buses. High School Romances Flourish Everywhere In the hallways and the stairwells, in the Commons and by the pool, every- where you look there are couples. Some have been going strong for months, while others change so of- ten they’re easy to lose track of. But whether they’re permanent or just for a day, high school sweethearts are alive and well, and very much a part of daily school life. It is not uncommon to see couples walking hand in hand or with their arms around each other, nor is it unusual to see them kis- sing, often quite passiona- tely. Most students don’t mind these displays, for they realize it may be the only time the two get to see each other during the day. It really doesn’t bother me as long as they’re not in my way, Sue Moran, senior, commented. There are a few students, however, who are embarrassed or an- noyed by these public em- braces, and wish they could be done somehwere else. I don’t think it’s the proper place for it,’’ Patty Bates, senior, said. Teachers, too, get upset by the lack of pri- vacy in their students’ love lives. “I have nothing against kissing, but I think it’s in poor taste to do it in public, Mr. Seymour Kopi- low, Chairman of the Sci- ence Department, stated. Yet the couples continue in their activities, regardless of the controversy. Often it is difficult for onlookers to determine just where a relationship stands, especially if they don’t have the terminology just right. There are varying opinions among students as to whether going out with one person is preferable to dat- ing different people. I think dating different people is better because you don’t tie yourself down and you can experience different per- sonalities, Mike Avallone, senior, commented. Most students agree, however, that it is important to have some sort of dating ex- perience before leaving high school. Those who don’t ever have a date can suffer a great deal of envy and depression seeing hap- py couples. Occasionally high school romances develop into life- time commitments, but more often they end after only a short while. They are not forgotten, however, for they provide valuable ex- perience and emotional growth that most students wouldn’t trade for anything in the world. 8 Romance Left Wearing two high school rings is both a sign of devotion to a steady boyfriend and a status symbol. Middle Left Wayne Cisco and Sharon Cahill say goodbye before heading to class. Below: Derek Penn and Donna Frollanger share a few moments between classes. Bottom Left: Maria Maione and Bernie Haibich walk across the school grounds. Left: A couple walks together to their next class. Romance 9 Commons: A Showcase For Students There is no debate that the Commons is both the architectural and social center of the school, but it also has another more in- teresting role. It is the school’s biggest showcase, where the students, wheth- er they are conscious of it or not, are constantly on display to one another. The art of people-watching thrives in the Commons more than anywhere else in the school. Many students are reluc- tant to walk through the Commons because they feel they are being scruti- nized. Ann Marie Grief, jun- ior, admitted, I feel a bit insecure walking through because everybody is look- ing at me.” For the most part this examination of passers-by is not done to intentionally bother people, but rather to catch up on the latest romantic devel- opments. observe fashion trends, or make private ap- praisals of personalities. This can be so nerve- racking for the subjects, however, that some of them go out of their way to avoid crossing the Commons. Of course, there are other stu- dents who don’t mind being inspected. “It’s fun walking through the Commons; it makes me feel important knowing people are looking at me,” Tom Gennaro, jun- ior, stated. It is just as easy to stare at someone on a bench in the Commons as it is to stare at someone walking through, but most students don’t feel scrutinized when they are just sitting or standing around. The atmo- sphere is open and relaxed, and students can talk with friends, do homework, eat candy and pretzels, or pitch pennies across the floor. Yet, if anyone drops their books or laughs too loud, something normally only mildly embarrassing, sud- denly all the eyes in the Commons turn, and sinking through the floor becomes a very appealing idea. A few years ago, the Commons was character- ized by extreme segrega- tion, which increased its psychological effect on people. Different groups such as the Rockos, Freaks, Jocks, and non- conformists each had their own corners. Fortunately, however, this stereotyping has been on the decline in recent years. “Some people think they have an image in the Commons, but they really don’t,” Bruce Eisen- berg, senior, commented. The only obvious segrega- tion which exists today is in the corner by the boys’ bathroom where all the ath- letes and their friends gath- er, the spot Harry Jackson, junior, calls, “Jock City.” After school hours, when there are no students around, the Commons seems like just another large room. During the school day, however, it be- comes the most fascinating room in the building. There is no other place that at- tracts as many students, nor is there any place that plays on the emotions of the students the way the Commons does. Above: A new student in the school makes a new friend in Andy Kramer. Above: Joe Perettine observes Ronnie Heller as he enters the Commons. 10 Commons Below: Students cluster in jock corner. Middle Left: An exhausted student takes a quick snooze in the Commons. Below: Terry Lester, Mario German, Robert Berstein, Carol Bernaudo and Harroula Angelinas do their homework before going to classes. Above: In the Commons. John Booth catches up on some last minute studying while Pat Patrera finishes his lunch. Left: As Donna Camerano crams for a test. Donna Vaughn looks on. Left: Ready to leeave the Commons, Sue Domni has one last word with Karen Moore. Commons 11 Below: A meal of French Fries and Below: Mark Demus studies the Wise Potato Chips is a typical Middle: Pizza, the cafeteria s most composition of his cafeteria teenage lunch enjoyed by Andrea tasty and popular lunch brings a hamburger. DeMayo and Debbie Hein. smile to Audrey McNulty’s face. When asked what their favorite classes are, stu- dents’ answers will vary, but many will immediately respond, lunch.” Whether they are serious or not, the fact remains that when the school day is dragging on endlessly, a lunch break is a welcome and needed re- lief. Back in elementary school, students either brought their own lunch or had the meal specified on the menu. The high school cafeterias, however, offer a wide variety of a la carte foods that can be combined to make a satisfying lunch. Rolls, bagels, cheesebur- gers. heroes, pizza, french fries, and farm eggs are available. There are fruit drinks, milk, and except during periods four, five, and six, soda and coffee. There are also cookies, cakes, potato chips, do- nuts, and ice cream for stu- dents more interested in taste than nutrition. If you’re a junk food junky it’s terrific,” Kara Dougherty, senior, commented. Many students find the choice of three places to eat very convenient. Cafe- teria B is usually busiest, while Cafeteria A has a rep- utation of being a quieter place to eat. The snack bar is popular among students who want to eat quickly and then go on to do something else. There are also those who say the food is superi- or. I always eat at the snack bar because the hamburgers and french fries are much better there, Rosemarie Kenney, senior, said. The faces at the tables may change from year to year, but the comments on the food are always the same. Although, some stu- dents insist it isn’t bad at all, quite a few refer to the food as awful, terrible, stale, and the pits.” You never know what you are going to find in it,” Laura Eberling, senior, stated. For those who don’t have time to eat at home, the cafeterias are open before homeroom so a quick breakfast can be eaten. And during lunch periods, there are always plenty of students eating, relaxing with friends, catching up on work, and restoring their sanity before heading back to classes. 12 Cafeteria Left: Chris Studdert observes Barbara Begeal's reaction to a buttered bagel before she tastes her own. Below: Tom Myer is skeptical of Matt Cambell s hot lunch. Left Bored with the taste, Peter De Above: Billy Quinn. Pat O'Brien. Szalay casts a cold stare at his and Robert Bernstein enjoy a Farm Egg. conversation over orange drink and french fries in the sunny cafeteria. Cafeteria 13 Below: Set in elaborate brick work Middle: Graffitti on the pool wall the school's name stands out emphasizes students' musical proudly on the front of the building. tastes. Campus Provides Aesthetic Atmosphere. The little red school house may still exist in some tiny rural commu- nities, but in Farmingdale it is gone forever. The stu- dents here have the privi- lege of attending one of the most modern and spacious high schools on Long Is- land, situated on a large piece of very scenic proper- ty. The building itself has many special features, the most prominent being the Commons. The arrange- ment of the halls, although confusing at first, is really very simple to follow. It isn’t as hard to get around as people think. From the Commons you can get any- where, Patti Pennino, sen- ior, stated. And almost everywhere you turn there are windows, most of them with a pleasant view of the surrounding grounds. The courtyards between wings provide an attractive view for students more in- terested in staring out the windows than at the black- board. They are also among the areas where smoking is permitted. Even on very cold days, the courtyards are full of students catching a quick smoke while talk- ing to friends, and anyone crossing from one wing to another is very likely to en- counter a great deal of smoke. The pool is probably the most interesting aspect of the school's architecture, but it has a reputation for something other than its design. The phrase, be- hind the pool” is familiar to all students of Farmingdale and brings to mind thoughts of pot smoking and drug dealing. The pool is also the one spot out of the whole exterior of the school where there is a lot of very noticeable graffiti. This has become a part of the pool’s image by now, and most students accept it as such. The adminis- tration persists in having the cement wall sand blasted each year, but their efforts are in vain; for the graffiti always returns im- mediately. The grounds around the building are probably the best part of Farmingdale High School’s appearance. The school has a nice set- ting in the woods, Ronnie Heller, senior, said. In pleasant weather many stu- dents like to go outside for a little fresh air and a change of pace. There is plenty of room in which to relax, and the fields provide ample space for athletics. Behind the football field is the lake, something some students don't even know exists. I was really sur- prised by the size the first time I saw the lake, Donna Swift, junior, admitted. I hadn’t even known it was there.” Although it is slowly becoming polluted and overrun with marsh reeds, the lake is a very peaceful spot, and few high schools have anything like it. Of course, many students don’t notice the school’s appearance, and to anyone who really hates school, what it looks like won’t mat- ter. As long as so much time must be spent within the school grounds, how- ever, it helps boost the spir- its of at least some students to be in a pleasant environ- ment. 14 School Grounds Top: The circular paved courtyard Above: The Commons roof peeks provides an interesting view. over the Administration wing. School Grounds 15 Green and White Shop Satisfies All Needs Bottom: Scott Tregger must disappoint consumer. Eric Oisen. Below: Kathy Marino sells a pack because all the graph paper is sold of gum to Chris Ann Schinnerer. out. Lollipops and bubble gum, chocolate bars and peppermints, caramels and fruit chews, these and other mouth watering treats are the delight of any sweet tooth. They are also the perfect remedy for a num- ber of school-related ail- ments such as boredom, restlessness, hunger and even depression. Taking a break with some delicious candy can do wonders to lift spirits and renew energy during a monotonous school day, and fortunately for students, the Green and White Shop offers a wide selection of goodies to choose from. Students who have no time in their sched- ules for lunch often find that these candies are per- fect snacks to tide them over until they go home and eat something more sub- stantial. And anyone can pick up something to just munch on during classes. Another attraction of the Green and White Shop is that it sells so many school supplies. Pens, pencils, note- books and other similar items are the tools of the trade for students, and it is impossible to function prop- erly in any class without them. For that reason it would seem logical that stu- dents wouldn’t forget them when leaving for school each morning, but some- how they often get left be- hind. It is then that students turn to the Green and White Shop, which sells every- thing from bookcovers to erasable pens. “It’s a good place to buy pens, pencils, and things I forget and need right away,’ Mary Anne Augart, senior, said. The shop also sells Farm- ingdale hats, T-shirts, and mugs, along with little stuffed animals. Even panty hose is sold, something many girls have found ex- tremely handy. The Green and White Shop is run by student vol- unteers from all grades. I like working there because it gives me sales ex- perience,” Sheryl Brynien, junior, explained. To get a job in the shop, students just had to ask Mr. Rug- giero if any help was needed during their free periods. The shop is only open during periods four, five, and six, and for fifteen minutes before homeroom, something which upsets many students. “It should be open every period be- cause not everyone is free when it is open and it is often impossible to get there between periods,” Debbie Genetin, senior, commented. Because their schedules don’t coincide with the Shop’s hours a few stu- dents can’t take advantage of what the Green and White Shop offers. For most students, however, it is a very convenient place to buy the necessary items for school. As Tom McCloskey, sophomore, put it, “It’s good to know you can rely on the store to provide whatever you need at a fair price.” 16 Green and White Shop Below: Students patiently await the service of cashiers, Scott Tregger and Nick Anari when buying pens, candy and notebooks. Below: During his free period, Paul Piazza cashiers in the Green and White Shop. Left The large selection of candy creates a dilemma for Rob VanValkenburgh in choosing a sweet snack. Above: Toffifays. this year's newest and most popular addition to the candy shelf, was frequently sold by Green and White Shop salespeople. Green and White Shop 17 Labels Influence Individual Styles Whether they read Sas- son, Smith’s, Bill Blass, Bon Jour, Calvin Klein, Jor- dache, Gloria Vanderbilt, or Levi’s, pant pockets alone are a dead give away of students’ fashions. Once out of reach, de- signer jeans have now be- come a popular reality. These new figure-fitting jeans, cut especially for a women’s body, have sky- rocketed on the teenage market even though some can cost more than thirty dollars a pair. “Since I have a job, I wanted to buy at least one pair of status jeans,’’ Patty O’Brien, sen- ior, explained. “Besides, even when they’re old and faded, you know you’re still wearing a pair of expensive and prestigious blue jeans. Equally impressed by the new fashion jeans are the males of the school. I like it when girls wear designer jeans,’’ Les Feiner, senior, admitted. It’s nice when you can notice girls again by watching the pants they wear. Another fashionable trend was the new double wrap around belt. Although meant to be wrapped around the waist, it was seen twisted once around the thigh and the waist by innovative students. Spiked heeled clogs, such as “Candies,’’ also accom- panied the new mode of dress and added to the long slim look. Although names like Gloria Vanderbilt and Jor- dache became familiar sights, Smith’s, Lee's, and Levi’s were still very much in vogue. I don’t care about name brands, I stick to my good old Levi’s,’’ De- nise Booth, senior, com- mented. Levi’s were also the most popular pants among the guys. I like them because they’re com- fortable and there is little else for guys anyway,” Pe- ter Hassett, senior, said. In such a large school, it is doubtful that the basic Levi lover will ever die out. Along with Levi’s, work boots, earth shoes, Frye boots and sneakers they will keep their places in the busy hallways. The dated but con- ventional collegiate look, commonly called “preppy, also rose In popularity. Top- siders, corduroys, Izod shirts, crew neck sweaters, plaid button downs and bla- zers contributed to making a neat and pleasing look among guys and girls alike. I think it looks great,” Bar- bara Camp, senior, said “The best thing about it is its simplicity. It adds to the neatness and keeps you from going to any great ex- pense. Skirts and suits took on an added dimension. This year the school-girl look of knee-socks and clogs with a pleated skirt gave a re- juvenated look to the girls. Fashionable wool suits also made their way into the students’ world of dress. Ankle-strapped sandals, narrow skirts, bow-tied blouses, and blazers added a cosmopolitan look. A variety of individual tastes, influenced by the media and fashion maga- zines, went into making our school a focal point for highly individualized ways of dress. Right: Designer jeans such as those worn by Terry Gregorivic and Karalyn Levy are rising in popularity. Far Right: Comfortable and colorful describe Andrea Bernstein, stretched out on a couch out fitted in blue jeans, valour sweater, and bright suspenders. 18 Fashion Below: Pleated skirt, knee socks and clogs give Suzanne Oomni a stylish but simple look. Bottom Left A student displays his appreciation for Jerry Garcia on the back of his denim jacket. Below: Ruth Guinn reflects her taste in engineer overalls. Fashion 19 Employment Pays Off At one time or another just about everyone has had to turn down some- thing special with the famil- iar lament, “I’m broke.” Whether it is to pay for gas, buy a new outfit, go on a field trip, or buy a gift for a friend, money always seems to be greatly in demand but scarce in supply. For that reason many students re- luctantly say goodbye to their free time and begin to job hunt. Many would-be employ- ees go through every store in the Sunrise Mall looking for work, but only a small percentage get jobs there. Other places of employ- ment include local stores and fast food places. While some students get jobs through family connections, others go through the want ads or try employment agencies. For those who find work, although it at first seems like a blessing, it often be- comes a drudge. The limits on leisure time and the problems of getting other things done can be very ag- gravating. “With my job, my homework, and everything else I do, I hardly ever get enough sleep,” Elaine Cal- lahan, senior, stated. Some- how the regular paychecks make working worthwhile, though, and some students don’t mind it at all. ”1 like working because the people I work with are great and the money is good to have,” Gisella Spreizer, senior, explained. Some- times it is difficult to ar- range my schedule around work, but I can usually find the time.” It would seem logical that any college-bound student would want to save money toward that goal. I know I have to support myself in college so my job is impor- tant,” Callahan commented. For many students, how- ever, the paychecks are spent as soon as they come in. New clothes are especially tempting pur- chases for the girls. While some are willing to pay out- Above: Stocking the shelves with cookies is just one activity for Risa Schaber who works at the Nutrition Center. rageous prices for a big brand name from a stylish department store, others are more careful in their spending, going to budget stores and flea markets. I buy everything from coats to jewelry at Roosevelt and Republic flea markets,” Vir- ginia Joseph, senior admit- ted. They sell the same products for half the price. No matter what is bought, however, there is a feeling of accomplishment in hav- ing earned the money rath- er than taken it from par- ents. Being independently wealthy has its advantages, which is evidenced by the ever present supply of high school workers in the local job market. Above: The latest inventory at Fluff and Stuff is checked by Joanne Vasalli. Top: McDonald's restaurant is often a place of employment for students. Working the late shift, Ricky Powell prepares the store for closing. 20 Supply and Demand Top left: Kathy Santoro counts change for a customer during a busy day at Landis Variety. Top right Stephanie Mailman is busy counting change while listening to her next order at the Orange Julius. Above: Korvette s record department, patronized by many students, provides Robert Feeney with an affordable outlet to satisfy his musical needs. Supply and Demand 21 t BOWL Monday morning is the most depressing time of the week, the time when everyone is thinking, oh no, five whole days of this. Tuesday is a little better, the general atti- tude being, at least it’s not Monday. By Wednesday spir- its have definitely improved; after all, the week is halfway over, Thursday everyone is im- patient, willing the time to go faster. And then it comes, the day they’ve all been waiting for. Thank God it’s Friday, everyone says, and no one really cares what happens at school. Friday night is at hand, and the weekend is about to begin! Top: The ever popular game of Above: A Farmingdale student tries pinball is played by Walter his skill at bowling. Adamchik at the Sunrise Mall Top Left The sign that indicates the Farmingdale Bowling Alley on Conklin Street is a familiar sight. « 22 Weekends Top Left: Time Out. the game Above: On a Friday night. Phil LoNigro Top Right: Miller and Heineken are Above: A crowd bundles up on a room, at Sunrise Mall is a favorite shows the bartender his I D card. the most popular brand of beers Saturday afternoon for a home football weekend hangout of many among eighteen year old seniors game students. - Weekends 23 WEEKENDS CONT'D What to do on a Friday night is a question many students could answer with one word: “drink.” Bars like Whiskey Red's, Rum Bot- tom’s, Tabbard Ale House, and Changing Times seem to have a magnetic effect on students, drawing them out week after week. “I go to bars because there are no better places to hang out,” John Brown, senior, explained. The only prob- lem with these places if that students often find them- selves heading out the door. The wine and cheese places are less strict about proofing, however, so many students bring their busi- ness to them. Pawnbroker, Backbarn, and Wine Gallery are some of the more popu- lar weekend hangouts. Par- ties, too, are good places for drinking, and many stu- dents prefer just getting to- gether with friends at some- one’s house than going out to a bar. Of course, not everyone is interested in drinking, and there are plenty of oth- er things to do on the weekends. Many students enjoy seeing a movie, and the theaters with tickets for under two dollars draw the biggest crowds. I don’t see any reason why I should spend four dollars or more to see a new movie when it will get to some- place inexpensive like Farmingdale eventually,” Mary Sotis, junior, stated. Bowling is another popular weekend activity, and roll- erskating is beginning to at- tract more students as well. Just hanging out with friends holds appeal for a lot of students, and fast food places like McDonald's are convenient places. Another good thing about weekends is that students who have been getting up at six or earlier all week can catch a little extra sleep. “I look forward to Saturday morning all week because it’s the only time I get to sleep late,” Chris Jeffreys, junior, commented. In gen- eral, Saturday is a day to do things there are no time for during the week. Cleaning around the house isn’t ex- actly fun but it has to be done sometime. A lot of students work all or part of Saturday since they don't get many hours in on week- days. Going to the football games is a good way to spend Saturdays during the season, and Saturday nights victory parties are not uncommon. Saturday nights are repeats of Friday, and they can also be a time to pick up a little money babysitting. When Sunday comes, spirits are already damp- ening, because the fun part of the weekend is pretty much over. Homework has to be done, and students have to recover from the previous nights and get themselves ready to face another school week. Rob- ert Hunt, junior, said; ”1 procrastinate on Friday af- ternoon and Saturday, so on Sunday I spend the whole day working.” There is always the feeling that time has gone fast over the weekend, and nobody really wants to see it slow down again for five days. Unfortu- nately there is nothing to do but go to sleep Sunday night prepared to start an- other countdown in the morning, and hope that maybe Friday will come a little faster this week. Weekends 25 Long Island Features Something for Everyone Below: Firey sunsets ablaze Long Island skies Between the bright city lights and the solitary glow of Montauk’s lonely light- house, lies Long Island, a land of diversity and con- trasts. The westernmost edge of Long Island stands at the threshold of New York City. From here the Island gradu- ally transforms into miles of suburbia eventually leading to the remote rural setting of the east end. But no matter where one is on the Island he is never very far from the beaches, which some consider Long Island’s greatest attraction. “I love Long Island for its waters and beaches,” Lori Canestraro, senior, said. On the southern shore, Jones Beach and Fire Island lure millions of visitors each year with their flat and sandy beaches. For those who dislike this atmos- phere, the northern shore offers more private and rocky beaches with pictur- esque settings. Whether sunbathing, swimming or just taking a relaxing stroll, the beaches provide yearound pleasure. Besides providing lovely beaches, the Atlantic gives Long Island an ideal locale for all sorts of fishing which is a major hobby as well as an important industry. Aside from Jones Beach, Long Island has many other state parks available which offer facilities for row boat- ing, horseback riding, bicy- cling, iceskating, sleigh rid- ing, baseball, tennis or golf, picnicking, and family out- ings. Liz Follet, sophomore, stated, I think it’s great we have so many state parks around us, because there’s something to do every sea- son.” Occasionally, free or inexpensive concerts are also held at the parks. Pop- ular among Farmingdale High School students are Belmont, Bethpage and Eis- enhower parks, to name just a few. One of the major pas- times of students is shop- ping, and Long Island cer- tainly accommodates this urge. There are many large malls and shopping centers on the Island which sell al- most any thing a student would need. I love the malls. I can spend a whole day there and always have something to do,” Victoria DeSimone, sophomore, commented. Towns like Cold Spring Harbor and Northport provide small specialty shops where it is fun to purchase unique items and gifts, or just to browse. Also on Long Is- land are many flea markets, the most popular one at Roosevelt Raceway. Here, great bargains can be found. For leisure time, Long Is- land has hundreds of movie theatres and several live stage productions such as the ones at Jones Beach and Northstage theatres. Rock concerts, exhibits, and hockey games are held at the Nassau Coliseum and professional baseball and football games can be seen at Shea Stadium. Although some students tend to see only its bad points, Long Island has a wide assortment of attrac- tions with something for everyone. Above: Fishing in the Atlantic can sometimes be hazardous, but remains a profitable industry. Right: The State Parks offer just about every kind of recreation for young and old alike. 26 Long Island Above: A quiet stroll alone on the beach is something any Farmingdale students can appreciate. Above: This amphitheater at Eisenhower Park is the scene of many open air concerts. Middle Left: Long Island Expressway, sometimes known as “the world's largest parking lot. is a familiar sight to all Long Island students. Above: The biggest entertainment attraction on Long Island is Nassau Coliseum, and athletic competitions. Long Island 27 City’s Cultural Enrichment Middle: The bright, marquis from Below: Another new building adds A Chorus Line.” beckons people to the ever changing New York to experience the excitement of a City skyline. Broadway play. Belies Much Criticism It’s crowded and it’s dirty. There is always traffic and everyone rushes around, pushing and shoving as they go. But there are also museums and historic sites, shows and concerts galore. And there is an exciting at- mosphere that can’t be found on Long Island. For all its faults, New York City holds a magic appeal for young and old alike, and the students of Farmingdale are fortunate in being only about an hour’s drive away from it all. Field trips are always popular among students, and the city has something interesting for just about every kind of class. Journal- ism classes can watch the production of the world re- nowned New York Times, while Economics students can visit Wall Street and see the Stock Market in ac- tion. The ballets and operas at Lincoln Center, the mu- seums and galleries, the Broadway shows, and his- toric sites like the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are big attractions for the Eng- lish and Social Studies classes. The Humanities program is particularly fa- mous for its abundance of field trips. ‘‘Trips are great, especially in Humanities, they’re a good way of get- ting involved with the city, Mary Jean Corbett, senior, commented. Many students like to make trips to the city on their own time also. ’’There is so much to do in the city, it’s a great place to hang out,” Corbett said. Some go in on a regular basis while others visit only once or twice a year. Few would re- fuse the opportunity to go in during the Christmas season. The tree and ska- ters at Rockefeller Center, the magnificent displays in department store windows, the smell of roasted chest- nuts, and the sound of bells from the Salvation Army Santa Clauses all provide a special holiday magic. Of course, there are some students who hate New York City because of its noise, crime, and pollu- tion. “The city is too busy, and it’s so full of perverts and strange people that I don’t feel safe there,” Lori Canestraro, senior stated. And many feel that even though the city is fun to visit, they wouldn’t mind liv- ing far away from it. But nearly all students have been glad at one time or another that they had the chance to get a taste of the Big Apple, and there are those who will remain for- ever faithful. Cathy Oro- bona, senior, declared, ’’The city is fun and ex- citing. I love it and I go whenever possible. I’ll nev- er leave New York because it’s my home and it's fantas- tic.” 28 New York City Above: Early morning risers begin restoring life to a sleeping city. Bottom Left: Amid the heights of New York City’s skyscrapers, the Below: The magnificent Triborough gleam of the Chrysler Building Bridge enlightens the evening sky. catches the eye. New York City 29 Below: Buses at the front entrance are eagerly boarded by students with early dismissal Below: Edward Byrnes uses a rather unique vehicle to get to school. Different Ways to Come and Go For about a half hour every morning, the doors near the pool are in almost constant motion as a steady stream of students enter from over thirty buses that cover district 22. Some are in a jovial mood from talking with friends, but oth- ers are starting the day with a headache and grumpy disposition from unwanted smoke and noise. Mean- while the other school en- trances are the scenes of added arrivals, those of the walkers and students with cars. For many of them, too, the mood of the day has been influenced by the conditions of the trip to school. Bus transportation is available to all students who live at least two miles from the school. With the high school in such an out- of-the-way spot, many of the bus students had been walkers previously. Some like the change, others don’t. For most students the wait at the stop is the only annoying part of an otherwise uneventful rou- tine. I like taking the bus because I'm lazy and it's easier than walking, Lisa Pristina, senior explained. For a few, however, the bus ride can be a very unplea- sant experience. Any stu- dent who voluntarily sits in the front can be subject to ridicule as a fag. A more common and worse prob- lem arises for students who don’t smoke while the ma- jority of other riders do. I hate having my hair smell full of smoke by the time I get to school in the morn- ing, Laura Ghiorsi, soph- omore, stated. Other than complain and make a lot of enemies, there is nothing to do but endure the offensive smoke. Unfortunately, these problems can transform bus service from a privilege to a dreaded part of the day. Walking has its advan- tages in that students don’t have to leave home or school at a set time every day. If you walk you don’t have to wait around for the late bus after school, you can leave whenever you want, Maria Nerantzinis, senior, mentioned. Walkers also don't have to put up with crowds early in the morning. I can walk with whomever I want, and if I want to be alone I can, Joanne Visalli, junior, com- mented. When the weather is bad, however, especially in the bitter cold of winter, the advantages to walking aren’t as clear. When it’s raining or it’s really cold, a bus seems more appeal- ing,” Visalli said. Getting a license is a big event, and one of the first things many seniors want to do is drive to school. For most, this is only possible when they can borrow the family car, but there are a few lucky seniors who have that special status symbol, their own car. The cars in the student parking lot and on the streets around the school come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and conditions. Of course, the dream of many seniors is to own a Camaro, a Firebird, or maybe a customized van. Since this is usually impossible due to cost, however, many stu- dents simply soup up their cars. Pin stripes and racing wheels add flavor to the ex- terior, while small knick- knacks and decorations in- side reflect the owners’ per- sonalities. Stereo systems are also very valuable addi- tions. No matter what con- dition the cars are in, though, they have a very special importance to their owners. You have so much more freedom with a car. You can get wherever you want to go whenever you want to go, Phil Lo- Nigro, senior, said. With the high cost of gas, it is very difficult for seniors without jobs to keep cars. Gas prices are ridiculous, my gas for each week costs me one day’s pay at work, LoNigro commented. Occa- sionally the luxury of having a car becomes too costly, and students have to re- gretfully give them up. Owning a car is both a learning experience and a convenience that most stu- dents would like to try. For those that are not so lucky, however, buses and walk- ing remain the standard methods of getting to and from school each day. 30 Transportation Below: The big yellow school bus Middle: Peter Gelsomino pulls into Below Right: Unpleasant walking has been a part of some students' the student parking lot In his own conditions convince Paul Ciesco to lives since kindergarten. car. wait for a lift. Far Left: Bright weather makes the walk to school enjoyable for Brenda Saul and Maureen Buckley. Left Faces display no delight as students leave the buses to face another school day. Transportation 31 Right: The Aggie School attracts some Farmingdale students into its two year college. Middle Right Piles of college literature add to a senior’s uncertainty and confusion when selecting the perfect school. Above: A Fordham University representative answers questions from Kathy Santoro and Mark Oemus at a college visitation day in the cafeteria. Right: Mr. Marino programs the Guidance Office computer to get college information for Jerry Clifford. 32 College Below: The college posters near the cafeterias give Derek Penn some interesting information. Decisions Emerge After Complex Process Left: The 12th grade office provided forms and pamphlets about financial aid. SAT's. and other information necessary to college applicants. Above: The Career and College Corner in the library made numerous college catalogues available for Mario German and other interested students to study. For many students, col- lege planning began in their junior year. I started to think seriously about col- lege in the beginning of my junior year. I knew it would probably be the biggest and most important decision I’d ever have to make, and I wanted to find out as much as I could, Mary Raguso, senior, explained. No matter when they be- gan making serious plans, it was common for students to seek the advice of others in making their decisions. Although the guidance de- partment offered plenty of pamphlets and catalogues, not many students credited it with helping them choose a school. The guidance department was good about technical things like send- ing out applications fast, but they didn’t help me choose a college that was best for my needs, Linda Sperling, senior, com- mented. One thing the guidance counselors could do was help students select courses that would benefit them in college. I took AP courses because they gave me college credit, Sperling stated. JoAnn Anselmo, senior, said, It’s good to have a well balanced schedule as a senior. There are a lot of good electives that let you see what would be good to take in college. Not everyone thought about Even when all the appli- cations were sent in, sen- iors still faced the long period of anxious waiting for responses. Only when the mail brought letters of acceptance could nervous seniors relax in knowledge that their high school ef- forts had paid off, and their plans for the future could get under way. Explain what you feel are the most important problems facing the con- temporary world, and sug- gest some possible solu- tions. Essay questions similar to this one were only part of the time consuming appli- cation process that all col- lege bound seniors had to go through this year. There were also financial aid forms, teacher recommen- dations and student sum- maries. Each college had its own deadline, and the pressure of getting every- thing mailed on time often caused seniors to neglect their homework and other activities. But filling out ap- plications was just one phase in the complex pro- cess of choosing a college. College Planning 33 Politics and Government Affairs Prompt Varied Opinions Foreign Crisis Domestic Problems Receive Attention In the small isolated com- munities that dotted this country's east coast three hundred years ago, people lived very sheltered lives, and the occasional news of the outside world that they received was out-dated and had little effect on them. Today, however, it is virtually impossible not to know what is going on throughout the country and around the world. There are newspapers like the New York Times, Newsday, The Daily News, and the Post, and magazines like Time and Newsweek. There are news programs from five to eight p.m. and again at ten and eleven, and the radio stations have news broadcasts on and off throughout the day. Anyone can hear about the results, or the latest energy propos- als in Congress. For high school age students these are all important issues that can have a serious effect on their lives, but among the students at Farmingdale the levels of interest in these po- litical and government affairs varied greatly, from total dis- interest to active political in- volvement. Their reasons varied, but there were students who had absolutely no desire to keep track of what was going on in the government. Joanne Pucciarelli, senior, com- mented, Political and gov- ernment affairs don’t interest me at all. I think President Carter is boring.’’ This opin- ion was shared by many stu- dents who found the daily news stories monotonous, and felt there were more in- teresting things to do than watch the news or read the paper. The others were de- pressed by reports of an inflating economy, the gas shortage, government scan- dals like Watergate and AB- SCAM and the hostility to- ward Americans in countries like Iran while others were happier just ignoring every- thing. There were also stu- dents who found the news reports too perplexing to be bothered with. I pay a little attention to what is going on. but the issues are very con- fusing. I didn't understand anything about politics,” Debbie Barrett, senior, re- marked. The crisis in Iran and Af- ghanistan, however, sud- denly made many students conscious of an importance to know what was going on in our government. When the militant students in Tehran took hostages at the Ameri- can embassy, there was a dramatic turn in the wave of apathy that was sweeping the nation, and patriotic feel- ings flourished where they had once been nonexistent. Students in the high school displayed their feelings with anti-Iranian T-shirts and but- tons. “I’d like to see the hos- tages released, but if they aren’t I’d like to see war, Mike Tucciaione, senior, stated. Talk of war became even more common when the Russians invaded Afgha- nistan, and students faced with the possibility of draft registration took a keen in- terest in what the govern- ment was doing. “I listen to government affairs now more than even before because now it affects me more di- rectly whether or not our country goes to war and the draft is started again, Patty Mason, senior explained. An- other concern among stu- dents that related to the situ- ation in Afghanistan was the United States boycott of the summer Olympic games. Es- pecially after the excitement of Eric Heiden's spectacular performance and the hockey team’s dramatic victory at the winter games, many stu- dents were eager to see our athletes compete in the sum- mer events, and found it difficult to support President Carter’s stand. There were also issues 34 Students and Politics In Depth IN DE PTH hellno Top Left While in the library. John Vezzi read about the hostage negotiation proceedings. Above: Students vehement feelings about the hostage situation were displayed in the numerous T-shirts and buttons worn. within the nation that caught the attention of students. The energy crisis became much more of a reality when the school was consistently cold and when new drivers had to pay for their own gas. The frightening accident at the Three Mile Island nuclear plant caused a lot of alarm, and when a major No-Nukes rally was held in New York City in September, many stu- dents in school the next could be seen wearing T- shirts testifying to their par- ticipation. And as they real- ized how much the solution to these problems depended on what was happening in Congress, students became particularly upset over news of Abscam and other govern- ment scandals. Above: The draft issue was the concern of Ted Bresford. John Renault, and Mason Keller on Dress Down Day. Students and Politics In Depth 35 Politics and Government Affairs Prompt Varied Opinions Above: The New York Time� provides Brian Calhoun with relevant campaign news. Important Decisions Faced By All Potential Student Voters While the majority of stu- dents in the high school were not eligible to take part in the Presidential election, for those that were, it be- came especially important to pay attention to political news. “I usually just skip over the newspaper articles on politics, but since it is election time I read a few,” Linda Adamo, senior, said. The upcoming election forced eligible voters to make many serious deci- sions, the most important one being whether or not to take advantage of their right to vote. Some students, after studying the many candi- dates and their stands on various issues, found there was no one with whom they agreed or felt would do the job right, and they therefore saw no purpose in casting a vote. “I want to vote, but if I don’t think I can vote for the best man then I won’t vote at all,” Adamo stated. I was looking forward to voting, but now I feel that if you don’t like the candidates you shouldn’t vote,” Barrett com- mented. Most students, however, were eager to have a voice in the election. I’d like to vote because for once I’d like to have something to say, and maybe voting will encourage me to get more involved with politics, Eve- lyn Korzendorfer, senior, stated. Eileen Young, senior, added, I’m glad I can vote because it means I’m able to do something about the gov- ernment.” For those students who wanted to take part in the election, deciding on a party affiliation was a necessary step, but it wasn’t something everyone considered very im- portant. “I think it is dumb to vote for somebody just be- cause he is in your party, because he could be as bad as the other guy.” Barrett re- marked. Glen Zingarino. sen- ior, mentioned, “I don’t trust the Democrats, so I’d rather vote Republican as the less- er of the two evils.” There were some students, how- ever, who took their party affiliations very seriously, and a few even joined groups like Young Republi- cans, where they could be actively involved in the elec- tion by helping the cam- paigns of their candidates. It was selecting a particular candidate to back that presented the most difficulty to the schools potential vot- ers. The numerous magazine articles and television talk shows helped expose stu- dents to the various candi- dates and their platforms, as did the televised debates. For some, it was simplest to just stick with their families’ political views. “I haven’t chosen a party yet, but I’ll probably vote the way my parents do,” Young admit- ted. Other students, how- ever, wanted the decision to be their own. I don’t have a favorite candidate yet, but I watch the news and listen to the primary results,” Adamo said. Because of the serious- ness of the problems facing our nation, even the students who weren’t eligible to vote in the 1980 election took a deep interest in the Presi- dential campaigns, and did what they could to back the candidates they were most impressed with. Michael Ber- kowitz, sophomore, ex- plained. I can’t vote in this election, but I do follow the primaries and upon looking at the candidates credentials I am supporting one who I feel is best trained for the job.” Our country’s government is large and complex and the key to its success as an efficient system is people 36 Students and Politics In Depth IN DEPTM = Left: Campaign stickers were one | way students with definite political views could make their choices known to the school. who are aware of what is happening in the nation and in the world and who will ac- tively participate in local na- tional elections. The students at Farmingdale High School shared this responsibility to make our government work, and their growing political in- terest and awareness was a sign that they were ready and willing to do their part. Above: Articles about the candidates caught the attention of Orlando Lopez. Students and Politics In Depth 37 Below: Keith Spaulding could often be seen carrying his large and valuable radio. Musical Tastes Reflected Many Ways In pen, pencil and magic marker, on desks and ta- bles throughout the school and on all the Commons' benches, the students of Farmingdale made their mu- sical tastes known through graffiti. Group names, song titles, and occasionally en- tire lyrics could be found just about anywhere, bear- ing testament to what music was most popular. Groups like The Who, Styx, and Pink Floyd were some of the favorites among students this year. “Styx captures the feelings of today, Debbie Hein, jun- ior, explained. “The songs have emotion, they’re more than just words and music thrown together. Bruce Springstein and Neil Young were also very popular art- ists, but like anything that depends on individual taste, the choice of musicians varied as much as the stu- dents themselves. The de- bate over the merits of rock vs. disco continued, and was even carried over to the editorial section of The Daler News, published by the journalism class. For many students noth- ing could beat the thrill of getting tickets to their fa- vorite groups' concerts. Laurie Gambino, senior, commented, “I like con- certs because of the feeling of closeness with the band. I feel like I'm part of them, and that they’re playing es- pecially for me.’’ Tickets were often ex- pensive and difficult to get, but after every concert, the fact that many students had attended anyway was ob- vious from the number of concert T-shirts being worn. One of the bigger and more tragic news stories of the year dealt with the death of eleven young people at a Who concert in Cincinnati. The victims were unintentionally killed by a crowd of teenagers who had paid the general admis- sion price, and were press- ing against the entrances in order to get the best seats. This brutal story served as a nationwide reminder of the need for more and bet- ter security at concerts, and for better organized admis- sions. The news of the deaths did not, however, in any way deter many Farm- ingdale students from at- tending concerts at Nassau Coliseum and Madison Square Garden. Above: Tommy Shaw and the other members of Styx drew large crowds at their concert Middle Right: This Beatles sign in the Commons is one of the largest examples of musical graffiti inside the building Above: Like many other students, Edward Albert displayed his musical taste through his clothes. Right: One of the most popular groups this year was Pink Floyd, and T-shirts such as this one were frequently worn. 38 Popular Music Left: With his radio to provide some entertainment. Gary King enjoys his lunch a little more. Below: Although it wasn't one of the favorite groups, the Grateful Dead was still a common sight on the T-shirts worn by many students. Middle Left: After a Jethro Tull concert. Paul Bellow and Mike Cherry proved their attendance with T-shirts. Left: Members of the Allman Brothers band performed In concert at Nassau Coliseum In December Popular Music 39 From Soaps to Science Fiction: The Favorites in Film and Television Bottom: The Cast of Dallas’’ line Below: Her role in 10 made Bo up for a Ewing family portrait. Derek an overnight success. A genetics class was studying blood types and how to determine an in- fant’s parents, when sud- denly someone mentioned Monica’s illegitimate baby, and teacher and students alike joined in a conversa- tion about “General Hospi- tal”. This may seem a little strange, but the numerous devoted soap opera fans at Farmingdale seldom missed a chance to discuss the lat- est developments in the lives of their favorite char- acters. and the shows pro- vided an endless source of gossip. In a show like “General Hospital”, a cast of about forty characters provided for many interweaving plots which held the viewers at- tention. Mary Addeo, sen- ior, commented. ‘‘I like ‘General Hospital’ because the story gets really in- volved and the situations presented are very inter- esting.” These complicated stories made it important to catch all the episodes and many students found them- selves practically addicted to their favorite shows. Soap operas have tradi- tionally been daytime pro- grams, but the very suc- cessful “Dallas”, shown on Friday nights, could easily have fit in with the after- noon programs. J.R. Ewing, with his cruel and selfish scheming and double crossing, was the classic villain. The numerous love affairs and deep dark se- crets of the other family members were scandalous enough to please any soap opera fan. Their involvement with the characters was what at- tracted many viewers to shows like “Dallas” and “General Hospital”, and it is also what made “M.A.S.H. one of the most popular television programs among Farmingdale High School students. During the seven years on the air, “M.A.S.H.” has maintained consistent high quality, and the cast members have made their characters very real to the audience. “The characters have developed so well over the years that you really get to know their personalities, and you can tell how they are going to react in a certain situation,” Liz Follet, sophomore, re- marked. This was a year of ex- pectations for movie goers, as long awaited and highly publicized movies made it to local theatres. The con- troversial “Apocalypse Now,” with its spectacular special effects, received varied reactions from stu- dents. “I thought it was a very disturbing movie. It made me see the Vietnam War for what it was really worth; nothing,” Stuart Fur- bush, senior, commented. Wally Adamchik, senior, said, “I enjoyed it as much as any movie I’ve seen. I think Martin Sheen ex- emplified the example of an American officer, one who did what he was told.” Inspired by the phenome- nal popularity of the tele- vision series. “Star Trek — The Motion Picture” made its debut in a flood of media publicity shortly before Christmas. Although many found the film lacking in ac- tion, devoted fans enjoyed seeing the crew of the En- terprise together once again. Another film that de- veloped from a television program was The Muppet Movie.” The somewhat in- credible but very funny tale of how Miss Piggy. Kermit, Fozzie and the other now famous muppets got their start was a big hit among students. “I thought 'The Muppet Movie’ was the most intelligent movie I’ve seen in my life. I think Ker- mit should get an Oscar nomination,” Mark Schwartz, senior, remarked Of course, the busier their schedules got, the less time students had to go to the movies, or watch tele- vision. Nearly all found, however, that seeing a good film every once in a while and catching an oc- casional episode of their fa- vorite show, served as the perfect break in an other- wise monotonous routine. The outrageous comedy “Soap” remained a favorite program among students 40 T.V. and Films Left: Jeff (Rick Anderson) confronts Joe (Douglas Sheehan) and Ann (Susan O'Hanlon) in a scene from 'General Hospital'' Left: Dustin Hoffman, Meryl Streep and Justin Henry all earned Oscar nominations for their roles in Kramer vs. Kramer Above: Jane Fonda could be seen this year in The China Syndrome,'' and The Electric Horseman.'' this year, but even the bi- zarre behavior of the Camp- bells and Tates seemed mild compared to the crazy antics of the cast of “Satur- day Night Live, another show which was as big a hit this season as ever. With the advent of cablevi- sion, more and more people have been able to see pop- ular motion pictures on their own T.V. sets, but go- ing out to the movies was still a major form of enter- tainment. Although ticket prices on the newest films were as high as $4.50, there was an increase in the number of theatres with admission costs ranging from seventy-nine cents to $2.50. One of the year’s most successful films was “Kra- mer vs. Kramer”, a moving but realistic drama about the love story between a fa- ther and the son he was left to raise when his wife walked out. I really en- joyed ‘Kramer vs. Kra- mer,,”f Karen Markland, senior stated. “The acting was excellent throughout, but the little boy’s perform- ance was especially good.’’ The film, climaxed by an emotional custody battle, starred Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep, an actress whose popularity was soar- ing with every new movie she appeared in. There were several suc- cessful comedies this year, including “The Electric Horseman, which teamed up veterans Robert Redford and Jane Fonda in an un- usual but delightful plot. Bo Derek achieved immediate fame as the ideal woman being chased by the laugh- able bachelor, Dudley Moore, in “10”. T V. and Films 41 U.S. Blackmailed Students invoking the name of Aya- tollah Khomeini invaded the United States embassy in Iran, overwhelmed its Marine Corps guards and took 60 Americans as hostage on November 4, 1979. The Iranian solution: surren- der Iran's deposed Shah, who was under treatment for lymphatic cancer in New York, as the price of the Amer- icans’ release. Meanwhile, U.S. college campuses conveyed a wave of anger which spread throughout the country. Anti- Iranian demonstrations, flag burnings, and intense animosity for Iranian stu- dents triggered the demand to deport 50,000 Iranian college students from America. Since this procedure would violate U.S. immigration laws, it was rejected by the government. American diplomatic strategy was to isolate Iran and make it appear as a notorious international outlaw, but such pressures had little impact on Khomeini, who by February, still did not give a definite answer concerning the hostages’ release. In the same month, six Americans hidden secretly by the Canadians in their Tehran embassy finally escaped from Iran and arrived in the U.S. un- harmed. As a result of Canada’s aid and words of support from other coun- tries, it was apparent that countries world wide regarded Khomeini’s act as an inexcusable violation and back- ed the United States during the or- deal. Unpopular Dollar At first glance it was mistaken for a quarter. In actuality, it had a monetary value equivalent to one dollar. The United States Mint had hopes of the new Susan B. Anthony one dollar coin becoming more of a demand than George Washington’s dollar bill be- cause of its durability. It would cost the country much less to occasionally mint new coins than to continuously replenish the supply of wearing paper money. Although the intentions were good, the coin did not rise in popularity. There was so little distribution of the new dollar, that it became necessary to halt further minting and to fix quotas on banks and businesses Front Page News which were required to use the Susan B. Anthony dollar. Soviets Invade Afghanistan Afghanistan was an odd and remote focal point for a United States-Soviet crisis. Yet it was here that Soviets chose to break through the Afghan border in a blitzkrieg involving 50,000 soldiers aided by heavy artillery to take control of the country. Salt II provided no obstacle for the Soviet invasion since the Senate had prolonged its deliberation on the is- sue. It was possible that it would nev- er be approved. A Soviet occupied Afghanistan has threatened Iran’s and Pakistan’s security and possibly that of the U.S. The Soviet invasion was a stepping stone to the world’s largest oil supply. Threat of War Along with the Soviet onslaught came the cold realization of a pos- sible war and the reenactment of the draft. Many high school and college students held demonstrations across the country. Chants of ’’Hell No We Won’t Go” rejuvenated the grim mem- ories of Vietnam. The threat of war also haunted women. They had to face the reality that they too may be eligible for the draft. Another situation related to the Af- ghanistan crisis was the possible U.S. boycott of the Summer Olympics. It is possible that the opportunity for our athletes to compete in the games would be destroyed, but talk of the U.S. cringing under a world power like the Russians would be eliminated. No Gas Pumping out at $1.30 or more a gallon was the gasoline New Yorkers found hard to come by during the summer of ’79. As a result of Governor Hugh Carey’s odd-even gas rationing and OPEC’s hike in prices, it became apparent that scarcity, long gas lines, the familiar No Gas” signs, and sky- rocketing prices would remain a con- stant threat for Americans. Abscam Revealed Using two fictitious sheiks, Yasser Habib” and “Kambir Abdul Rahman, and a nonexistent company, “Abdul Enterprise Ltd., FBI agents spent two years gathering evidence against members of Congress in a bribery and corruption investigation that came to the public’s attention on February 2, 1980. Codenamed Abscam, a con- traction for “Arab Scam,” the scandal involved bribes up to fifty thousand dollars that were paid in exchange for help in making investments, obtaining permission for Arab businessmen to reside in the United States, and build- ing hotels and gaining a casino li- cense in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The news of Abscam brought about House and Senate probes, and it also inspired a lot of criticism towards the FBI’s method of building a case from nothing through the use of unsolicited bribes. Gold Prices Soar The wild bidding in gold by Middle Eastern investors worried about de- velopments in Iran, Afghanistan and the Middle East was one proposed explanation for the phenomenal rise in gold prices in January. Set at 524 dollars an ounce on December 31, prices began going up at the Inter- national Monetary Funds monthly auction on January 2, and culminated at 835 dollars an ounce just sixteen days later. All time highs were set by other metals as well, and the price of silver had the most direct impact on the cost of consumer goods. The price of some Eastman Kodak film products rose seventy-five percent as a result of silver costs. Pope Visits N.Y.C. During his tour of six United States cities. Pope John Paul II spent two days in New York City, where he was joyously received by young and old alike. His visit included a speech to the U.N. General Assembly, mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Yankee Stadium, a ticker tape parade down Broadway, and a youth rally at Madi- son Square Garden attended by 20,000 jubilant high school students. 42 News Briefs Jimmy Durante On January 29, 1980, the world fa- mous “Schnozzola” died of pneumo- nitis. Throughout his more than fifty years as a night club and film comedi- an, Durante was known and loved for his bulbuous nose, raspy voice, bat- tered hat, penguin strut, butchered diction and honky tonk piano playing. Another of his trademarks was his 1940's radio and television show sign- off, ‘‘Goodnight Mrs. Calabash, wher- ever you are. Thurman Munson The captain and star catcher of the Yankees was killed in an airplane crash on August 2, 1979. At age thirty-two, he was the only Yankee to have been named both American League Rookie of the Year and Most Valuable Player. Joy Adamson As the author of Born Free, the story of Elsa the lioness, Adamson was world famous for her involvement in the African wildlife conservation movement. After living in Kenya for forty years, she died on January 3, 1980, in what was apparently a mur- der. Memories Remain Jay Silverheels Silverheels. famous for his role as Tonto in “The Lone Ranger” tele- vision series, died on March 5, 1980 of pneumonia complications. He founded the Indian Actors Workshop in Hollywood, and was the only Ameri- can Indian to have his star set in Hollywood’s Walk of Fame along Hol- lywood Boulevard. Arthur Fiedler As conductor of the Boston Pops for fifty years, Fiedler was one of the world’s most popular music figures before his passing on July 10, 1979. He conducted the first recording of an orchestra ever to sell over one million copies. David Janssen Although never a major motion pic- ture star, Janssen was a distinguished television actor with a tough but ten- der touch. He was best known for his four year series, “The Fugitive. Con- sidered a workaholic, Janssen died of a heart attack on February 13, 1980. George Meany Meany was one of the pioneer lead- ers and central figures in the labor movement, and he served as Presi- dent of the AFL-CIO for twenty-five years. His dream of labor unity never came true because of his personal and idealogical clashes with other la- bor leaders, but the 13.5 million mem- ber organization did become a strong political block under his leadership. Meany stepped down from his posi- tion in November 1979, and died of cardiac arrest on January 10, 1980. Vivian Vance Famous for her role as “Ethel Mertz in the television comedy I Love Lucy. the sixty-eight year old film, stage and television actress died of cancer on August 17, 1979. Memories Remain 43 Above: The one hundred piece symphonic band, directed by Mr. Bradford DeMilo, performs at the annual Winter Concert. 44 Events IN DEPTH The work, study, and eat- ing habits of approximately three thousand students are virtually controlled by school bells which ring every forty-five minutes. Ac- tivities proposed, planned, and sponsored by the stu- dents body have created pleasure filled diversions from Pavlov’s Theory. Events has produced a timely account of popular social affairs such as the Junior Prom and Play- crafter’s The King and I, smaller activities like con- certs and art exhibits, and the fund raising which financed these events. Opinions about the purpose of school sponsored events have been published along with an In Depth feature on the pleasures and traumas of high school which was an event in itself. Activities not only broke the monotony of the eight o’clock or two o’clock school day routine but also preserved sanity among the student body. Events 45 College Fair Helps in Planning For Future Where should I apply to? What should I major in? Can I afford the tuition? Will I be accepted? These and other ques- tions were among the multi- tude asked by confused and inquisitive seniors at the Nassau Coliseum Col- lege Fair on October 17. The Fair proved to be a valuable experience for some, but for others the de- cision became even tough- er. “At first, I was very con- fused and I wasn’t sure at all about where I wanted to go, but after going to the fair I made a definite deci- sion, Nancy Gannon, sen- ior, remarked. However, some reactions differed. It was too overwhelming with all those different colleges, Jimmy Hicks, senior, stated. Representatives from over four hundred colleges and universities attended the two-day event which ca- tered to the college bound senior and their parents. “In addition to picking up applications and catalogs from the various colleges and universities, students were given a chance to meet with companies that spon- sor F.A.F.; to discuss Finan- cial Aid plans. Parents also set up meetings to discuss what was available, Ed Glasscot. Guidance Coun- selor, said. For the students who were unable to attend the fair at the Coliseum, or for those who sought addition- al information, a Fair Day was held in the school cafe- teria in December. Although only very few colleges were represented, most students preferred the casual atmo- sphere, and were more at ease while talking with a representative. The people from the colleges were very helpful and friendly, Peter Rubenacker, senior, com- mented, but I still don’t know where I want to go. Above: Brochures and applications from Molloy College were made available to those students who were interested in that school. Above Right: A St. Joseph's college application captures the attention of interested senior Rose Kenney. Right: The curriculum and requirements at St. John's University are explained to Judy Freshour by a school representative. 46 College Fair Below: White carnations were delivered to the VLC on the morning of Green White Day. Here. Gerard Foley. Brian Calquhown and Tom Henn. take on the task of spraypainting the flowers green in the boy's locker room. Carnations Adorn Halls The smell of cigarette smoke that usually fills the school halls was overcome by the fragrance of the car- nations that were being sold by the Varsity Leader's Club on Green and White Day. Held on October 26, Green and White Day has been a school tradition for many years. It's original purpose was and still is to create excitement and in- crease school spirit for the football game against arch- rival Syosset. It also serves to raise needed funds for VLC functions. Many students partici- pated throughout the day by purchasing the thirty-five cent flowers. As a result, many girls could also be heard secretly telling a friend, “someone gave it to me. But whether the car- nations were purchased be- cause of school spirit or as gifts, the flowers provided a welcome relief from the everyday appearance and scent of the school halls. Above: In the role of a cheerful salesman. Tom Henn smiles while trying to sell his carnations in the commons. Above: A flov.or for a friend, purchased from VLC member. Artie Seeberger, helps brighten the day for Susan Luongo. Green White Day 47 Bottom: Stuedents crowd the lobby Below: Anxious to begin the trip, of Syracuse Unviersity s Newhouse Elain Callahan waits to board the School of Communications while bus to Syracuse. waiting for their first class to begin. ESSPA Honors High School Journalists On November 2, ten Hi- Life editors and their advis- or John McLennan, repre- sented the three Farm- ingdale High School literary publications at the annual Empire State School Press Association Convention in Syracuse, New York. The Muse Media and the Paper Lion staffs were unable to attend the con- vention. However, those who did attend proudly cheered as they accepted the awards that the three publications accumulated at the banquet held that eve- ning. “We knew that since the other kids weren’t there we'd have to make enough noise for them, too,” Elaine Callahan, Hi-Life Senior Edi- tor, said. “Just because they weren’t there in person didn’t mean they weren’t there in spirit, and we were representing Farmingdale, not just Hi-Life.” Among the 14 awards won, Muse Media was named Best Magazine in New York State and Hi-Life and Paper Lion received second and third place re- spectively in their cate- gories. An individual Daler, Charlie Cohen, was also honored by being named Best Photographer. The students spent the afternoon prior to the ban- quet attending classes at Syracuse University. The classes covered topics such as Layout Style and Copywriting which the stu- dents found to be beneficial in their work as yearbook editors. Jim Horan, Hi-Life Co-Faculty editor stated. “The new layout and copy techniques that were taught improved my section of the book.” When the evening was over, the staff returned to their hotel and celebrated the victories. The following morning they headed home bringing with them the hon- ors they received during their stay in Syracuse. 48 E.S.S.P.A. Officers Inaugurated Top Right: The new class officers take the stage and receive flowers after being introduced to the crowd. Above: On a crowded dance floor. Glen Mark and Beverly Benacetti find room to take advantage of the music and do a popular dance. Because expenses were minimal and no formal attire was mandatory, the In- augural Ball attracted stu- dents from various personal income ranges to celebrate the inauguration of the newly elected class officers on November 5. Tickets for the Ball sold for twelve dollars and for many, this was a reason- able price. It was worth it because you could wear whatever you wanted. You didn’t have to go out and rent a tux like you do for a prom, Scott Klein, senior, said. Music was provided by the junior class who hired the student band, Mercury, for the evening. Although the band played mostly rock music, the dance floor was filled throughout the night. In preparation for the dance, each class was as- signed a different task. With the senior class paying the bills connected to the Ball, the sophomore class, through the use of a stage, candles and other decora- tions was able to transform the commons from a place to spend free time into a place to dance and have fun. It was unbelievable how different the commons looked,” Patty Rogers, sophomore, commented. I’m used to just hanging out on benches talking, not eating at tables and danc- ing. After introducing the new officers to the students and choosing Ann Marie Greif Ball Queen , the dance quickly came to a close. Those students who ling- ered watched as the com- mons was restored from a dance hall back to a place to hang out . Even before this moment, the Inaugural Ball had become only a memory to those who’d at- tended. We had a great time at the Ball, Lisa Hall, senior class president, said. It seemed as though everyone became friends for the night. I hope that this tradition continues long after we re gone. Inaugural Ball 49 Informal School Carries on Tradition Dressed in overalls and flannel shirts and carrying homebaked cakes and cookies, members of the In- formal School congregated on October 23, 1979 for their annual Square Dance at the United Methodist Church. Despite the caller’s in- structions, the students filled the church basement with stamping and clapping and made the atmosphere come alive through their ac- tions and attitude. Every- one was dancing around and having a goodtime,’’ Marcy Frishman, junior, said. I was psyched for it and knew I’d have a good time.” According to John Papayani, social studies teacher. It was fantastic, everyone was warm and to- gether.” Throughout the evening, the caller led the students through dances ranging from the Charleston to the Virginia Reel and many stopped dancing only long enough to grab a cookie and a glass of apple cider. When the clean up be- gan, the laughter continued as students discussed the evening. The Informal School is a small group and it was just us. We re all close so everyone had a good time,” Nan Selman, senior, added, It was the best time I’ve had in high school.” After their appetites could no longer withstand the aroma of steaming hot vegetables, lasagna, turkey and other homemade delights, the students, fac- ulty and alumni of the Infor- mal School put their forks into a satisfying Thanksgiv- ing dinner at their annual feast held on November 21. Students sat on the Infor- mal School couches hold- ing paper plates piled high with a variety of home- baked foods while trying to balance cups of apple cider between their knees. How- ever, despite the minor difficulties, the holiday at- mosphere was enhanced by cheerful conversation and a visit from two Thanksgiving pilgrims, Chris and Carol Abato, who, Bob McKean, English teacher, said, were the first to ever dress up for the feast.” The tradition of holding a feast began in 1970 and, each year since, it has played an important role in the Informal School year. I think it’s important because it gives everyone the chance to see old friends who have graduated and gives us the opportunity to get together and have a good time without worrying about school for a day,” Nancy Johnston, senior, stated. It also gave the members of the school the opportunity to take part in something together as each student must bake some- thing to contribute to the wide variety of foods. After consuming all they could hold, the students be- gan clearing away the left- overs and realized that the event was a success. I felt this feast was one of the best we’ve had,” Janice Sepe, senior, commented. I never saw so much food in my life. It was a great way to start the holiday.” Above: A break between dances gives Janice Sepe and Karen Asaro a chance to relax around a Halloween Jack-O-Lantern. Above: Barbara Hare. Paul McMahon and Jeff Lamphere hold a conversation over an empty plate of lasagne. 50 Feast and Square Dance Below: In the spirit of Left A plate of potato salad gets Thanksgiving. Chris and Carol a reaction out of a hungry Jackie Abato add a traditional pilgrim Lyons. touch to the feast. Above: A group of students await the caller's instructions before beginning the next dance. Above Right: Sunshine and a windowsill piled with desserts is the perfect setting for a cheerful reunion between John Papayani and an Informal School alumnus. Feast and Square Dance 51 Seniors Discard Fears to Donate Blood No way! Not me! This is often the reaction of a child approached by a doctor with a needle. This fear is often carried into adul- thood. However, on Decem- ber 19, eighty-six seniors put their childhood fears behind them in order to participate in the annual Senior Blood Drive. As they entered the girls’ gym, each student was con- fronted with the sight of fel- low classmates lying on ta- bles with tubes in their arms. It was scary seeing everyone like that, Rose Kenney, senior, said. It made me nervous at first but, after talking with people who'd already gone through it, I calmed down. The drive, supervised by the Inter-County Long Is- land Blood Service, is held each year during the holi- day season, and is spon- sored by the Honor Society. Each student who volun- teered, had to donate one pint of blood. After the blood was taken, it was transported by truck to a lab where it was processed into five parts and stored until it was transported to area hospitals. Although one hundred students had originally signed up to donate, eighty- six actually did so because of the requirements. Every donor had to weigh at least one hundred pounds and be free of any illness at the time they contribute. Volun- teers were also questioned and given blood tests by a doctor or nurse before being allowed to donate. After giving their blood, students were given cook- ies, jelly beans and juice to help them recover lost blood sugar. According to Mrs. Mathisen, school nurse, This year’s blood drive was much better than last year's, and despite a few joking screams, the stu- dents behaved well. The reasons for giving blood varied with each stu- dent, but many could be overheard saying, Why not? Patty Bates, senior, remarked, I think that it’s the best Christmas present that I could give anyone. Top: Questioning about past medical history was just one of the many stages Maureen Kilduff had to undergo before giving blood. Above Left: Unaffected by their loss of blood. Jim Daly and Nicky Kilanowski enjoy juice and cookies. Above: One donor, who felt that worry was needless, relaxes while giving blood. 52 Blood Drive Lecture Awakens Awareness of Rape Rape can happen to anyone, Rita Gottesman, a detective with the Nassau County Police Department Sex Crime Unit, said at a lecture held by the Health Department, December 10 in the Lecture Hall. The lecture, How to Avoid Becoming a Rape Victim, was restricted to twelfth grade girls only be- cause of the subject matter involved. According to Mrs. Regina Dunn, Health teach- er, the purpose of the lec- ture was, to make the girls more alert to dangers and to make t hem mo re cautious about them. I never thought about it happening to me, Dolores Neufeld, senior, said, But now I realize that I'm going to have to be more care- ful. After showing a film en- titled Rape Alert, Mrs. Gottesman talked about safety precautions and self defense methods that women should be aware of. She discussed such pre- ventive measures as in- home locks, whistles, walk- ing on opposite sides of the street and the possibility of using keys as a weapon. She then spoke of the rea- sons why rape occurs and answered any questions that the students had. I learned a lot about safety, Debbie Bruno, sen- ior, said. I went home and told my family and girl- friends about it. Above Left: The lecture proves interesting as Toni Argento listens intently. Left: The crowd of girls listens as Ms. Gottesman gives a beneficial answer to a question. Rape Lecture 53 Sales Help Build Club Treasuries and Benefit Individuals What do three foot high coloring books, green car- nations, crunchy chocolate bars, beach towels, calen- dars, candles, posters, and soggy pretzels have in com- mon? Students loaded down with these items could be seen around the school throughout the year trying to persuade and pester their friends into buying them. With increasing desires for snacks, pretzel and can- dy sales proved to be the most popular fund raising technique. Instead of run- ning to the cafeteria to sat- isfy their hunger, students opted for the Commons and their friends to purchase these nourshing and some- time slightly dry munchies. During the Christmas sea- son. Key Club members pa- raded around the hall car- rying giant coloring books. Hansel and Gretel, The Three Bears and The Wiz- ard of Oz were among the books purchased for youg relatives who were some- times smaller that the pages they were coloring. This sale and others such as carnations on Green and White Day, beach towels, candles, stuffed animals and posters, were held for the purpose of building club treasuries and funding activities. Foil Pictures for school rings” and “Crunchy Chocolate for Prom tickets, could have been the mottos for the Sophomore and Junior Class sales. Foil pic- tures of animals, sayings and scenic views were sold by sophomores in the fall. A percentage of each packet of pictures sold went to- wards a discount on a class ring. The Junior Class worked their sale the same way; a percentage off a prom ticket for each bag of candy sold. Although trying to sell these ever popular items may seem like a difficult task, most of the sellers en- joyed it. I liked selling the towels because I’m helping the band and it was a new item to sell”, Karen Weiler, sophomore, said. The variety of items were sold for a variety of rea- sons. But thanks to the stu- dent salesmen who peddled their products, the sales flourished and were a com- mon practice and some- times a nuisance all year. 54 Fund Raising Left: A collection of items that were sold includes giant coloring books, super crunch candy bars, pretzels and foil pictures. Opposite Page Top Left: A break between classes allows Rosalie Masia to purchase a pretzel from Robert Pallassiano. Left: While trying to sell pretzels for the VLC, Tom Murtagh relaxes with Cheryl McAfee in the Commons. Opposite Page Left: In order to purchase her school ring at a discount price, Carol Abato sells a foil picture to Heather Benn. Above: Marcie Phillips and Chris Abato fill laundry baskets with hot pretzels from an Informal School oven during a fund raising drive. Fund Raising 55 High School Events Contribute to Social Education Sophomores Adjust While Juniors Gain Confidence When students begin tenth grade, they enter the high school as nervous and anxious sophomores but three years later they emerge as confident and expectant graduating sen- iors ready to face the world. During these three years, students have been ex- posed to a social education as well as an academic one through events designed to involve them outside of the classroom atmosphere. Of- ten it is not realized though, that the combined three years of high school is an event in itself. On their first day of high school, sophomores found themselves lost among the masses. Although I have a lot of friends now. my first day was a nightmare,” Ka- ren Asaro, junior, stated. I felt so small because the school is so big and there were so many people.” I felt like I was trying to find my way out of a maze,” Tony Mariani, senior, added. After experiencing their first feelings of anxiety, stu- dents quickly found them- selves thrust into high school life. Many also found themselves trying to adjust to the new amount of free- dom that they had been granted. You have more freedom in high school and you’re not treated like a little kid any more,” Sue Domni, senior, said. You get the chance to grow up when you move from junior high to high school. Al- though the ample freedom was noticeable, most soph- omores found their own happy mediums. The first major high school event in the life of a sophomore is the In- aurgural Ball. The purpose of this dance is not only to inaugurate and introduce the new class officers, but it also introduces tenth gra- ders to the social aspect of high school. When I went to the ball I felt more com- fortable because I met new people and we all got along,” Patty Rogers, soph- omore, remarked. In the spring of soph- omore year, the excitement of ordering a school ring brought with it a feeling of belonging and being a part of the high school. When I ordered my ring I felt spe- cial and I felt that it was something that would al- ways be there to remind me of high school,” Lisa Cuzio, junior, commented. How- ever, these feelings were minimal compared to the actualization of placing the rings on their fingers. This brought with it the realiza- tion that almost half of their Top: After receiving her class ring, Christa Spreizer upholds tradition by having Rose Kenney turn it for good luck. Above: A Saturday Afternoon football game serves as a social outing for students. 56 Social Education In Depth IN DEPTH high school years were over and that their positions had been established amongst approximately 3,000 students. Throughout their junior year, students became aware of the importance of a college education. Exams such as the Scholastic Apti- tude Test were offered at the conclusion of eleventh grade and most students become overwhelmed by their importance. Along with S.A.T. scores, the Jun- ior Prom was also a topic of discussion, and candy sales were held to raise money for the class’s up and com- ing events. Junior year ended in a re- laxed manner at the Hunt- ington Townhouse where students gathered for a night of dancing and socia- lizing. “I think that the Prom is definitely one of the only events where you could dress up nice and just go out and have a good time, John O’Connor, senior, said. Patty Reidlinger, sen- ior, also stated, The Prom is something special be- cause you look forward to it and get to share it with your friends. Along with formal socia- lizing events, numerous sporting activities must be considered when speaking of student’s social lives. Many Saturday afternoons in the fall were spent on the football field cheering the Dalers on. Many winter af- ternoons and evenings were also spent in the boy’s gym cheering on the wrestling, basketball and other teams. These events are an impor- tant part of high school life because they give students the opportunity to be proud of and to share in the team’s victories and de- feats. We have real school spirit here. I wouldn’t want to come from other schools because of what I’ve seen of them at games, Roberta Perrone, senior, said. Our winning teams and spirit makes us special. After the games, students found ways to celebrate or console their friends and teammates at victory parties or at the nearest fast food restaurant. Either way, they were once again building memories to add to an im- portant event in their lives. Above: Students crowd the Top: The program for the Junior benches of the Commons on Prom is studied by Tom Henn Green and White Day. and Chris Johnson. Social Education In Depth 57 High School Events Contribute to Social Education Seniors Make The Most of Their Last Year As the long awaited arriv- al of their last year became a reality for seniors, the tra- ditional outbreak of “senior- itis” became evident throughout the school. Aside from choosing col- leges and thinking about the future, seniors were giv- en the privileges of partici- pating in events designated exclusively for them. Repeating an established tradition, students masque- raded their way through Senior Dress Down Day with costumes that were reflective of the times, rep- resented ingenuity and ef- fort and that meant memo- ries for the students. It also signified the beginning of a year of laziness, excitement and fun that was to termi- nate only with the handing out of diplomas. During the year, it was commonplace to see sen- iors cutting classes or merely relaxing and having a good time. Homework, which often would be done in spare time during the school day in order to have evenings free, was pushed aside as it became more im- portant to be with friends than work. “After two years of hard work, we were en- titled to take it easy and have a good time,” Kara Dougherty, senior, remark- ed. Students were able to uti- lize their talents and their sense of humor when they set out to organize the an- nual Senior Talent Show. Because of a general lack of interest or talent, there was the possibility that the show wouldn’t go on. But as more people signed up, the date was set for March 14. A month beforehand, students began practicing among themselves and per- fecting their acts and skits. The night of the show, the auditorium was filled to capacity with parents, stu- dents, and those seniors who did not participate. Amused, they watched as students sang, danced, laughed and even roller skated their way across the state. Outrageous spin-offs of popular television shows commercials, game shows and soap operas were mixed among the serious acts of musically talented students. Also popular throughout the show were remarks and skits giving the seniors the opportunity to comically imitate teachers and administration. “I’m glad we had a show,” Anna Rouvas, class vice-presi- dent. said. “It wouldn’t have been the same without it.” With finals out of the way in June, the students were faced with a variety of activ- ities that were held during Senior Week. Although the cost of the activities sepa- rately totaled $65.00 the students were offered the opportunity to purchase a Senior Activity Card for less. Senior activities began with the distribution of mo- mentos on June 3, 4, and 5. The momentos included a mug, duffel bag, frisbie and bumper stickers along with the traditional t-shirt bear- ing the title of the senior Theme Song Long May You Run. The annual senior trip to Moodus Connecticut was held on June 10. After the long bus ride, the students spent a fun filled day play- ing tennis, swimming, boat- riding or just enjoying the relaxed atmosphere with friends. “The trip is a good thing, Janine Czarnec, senior, said. I just wish it were longer. They should make it a weekend trip. The last opportunity for the students to participate in an event as a class, presented itself on June 18 at the Senior Banquet. Un- like the Prom, a date was not needed to attend the Banquet, which was held at the Huntington Townhouse. Throughout the evening students reminisced and danced to the music of Mazarin and Reefer. When the evening ended, the stu- dents dispersed in groups to continue the celebrating at parties or local bars. On Sunday, June 22, the dream of 825 seniors had arrived as they stepped into the Farmingdale College Gymnasium to receive their diplomas. It was then that many came to realize how important their three years at Farmingdale were. Go- ing to this school has benefited me because it’s given me the chance to meet new people and it’s helped me prepare for the future,” Mike DeAlto, sen- ior, stated. Vinny Labbate, senior, added, I feel that I’ve matured since I came to the high school and I also feel that it’s been an important event in my life because I was prepared for the future and was able to have fun doing it. 58 Social Education In Depth IN DEPTH Top Right Smiling across the Commons. Raggedy Ann and Andy. Janine Bianco and Karolyn Levy, search for their friends. Above: The brightly lit Huntington Townhouse was the site of the annual Senior Banquet. Top Left Graduates and their friends and families listen to a speech given by John McLennan, principal, at the commencement exercises. Above: With their homework pushed aside. Gisella Spreizer, Linda Sperling and Renee Regulla find time for friendly conversation in the Commons. Social Education In Depth 59 Cheer Spread Through School Below: A friendly smile and a few kind words from clown. Phil DiDomenico. coax a frightened girl to relax December brought with it a feeling of expectation as Christmas and winter re- cess drew closer. It also in- duced a feeling of holiday spirit and unity as organiza- tions and classes began planning activities to spread Christmas cheer throughout the school and community. During the week prior to vacation, members of the Honor Society, and the Hu- manities and Exploring Childhood classes donated canned goods and old toys to be given to needy fami- lies. A raffle was also held by the members of the In- formal School, who used the proceeds to provide a local family with new clothes, food and an after- noon outing. We knew that all the trouble we went to was worth it when we saw the smiles on the children’s faces, Vita Wayne, Infor- mal School teacher, said. It’s nice to know that someone else would have a happier Christmas because of you. Along with adopt- ing individual families, stu- dents cheerfully entertained groups of less fortunate children and senior citizens. On Thursday, December 20, the Honor Society spon- sored a Christmas party for children in the Headstart program. The children were brought from Woodward Parkway Elementary School to the school cafeteria where they were met by clowns and elves who served homemade cakes, cookies and punch. The shouts and screams of delight heard from the chil- dren were heightened by the appearance of Santa Claus, John Brown, who entered the cafeteria bear- ing gifts for everyone. After passing out the presents, which were purchased with the treasury funds, the chil- dren played with their toys and sang Christmas carols before returning to school. Members of the Future Business Leaders of Amer- ica helped to brighten the holidays of Farmingdale Senior Citizens as once again the cafeteria was the site of a party. The Senior Citizens were invited to at- tend a dinner on Wednes- day, December 20. Interact also went to Daleview Nurs- ing Home where they sang carols and served punch and cookies to residents in a specially decorated room while several other mem- bers roamed the halls car- rying cookies to bed-ridden patients. Lynn Constandy, junior, stated, I love these kind of activities because they help to get everyone in the Christmas spirit and it makes you feel good. When the bell rang end- ing sixth period on Friday, December 21, most of the student body could be seen running to catch an early dismissal bus. As in year’s past, only a handful of stu- dents remained to take part in the annual Christmas ac- tivities held in the Com- mons. Those who did participate walked into the decorated Commons to watch the Dalerettes perform to Jingle Bell Rock” and to receive balloons from Christopher Meade, who was dressed as Santa Claus. Both the Concert and Jazz Bands also added to the festivities by playing traditional carols and en- couraging students to sing along. There should be more activities like this,’’ Patrick Healy, tenth grade Dean, commented. It gets the students together and gets them in high spirits. Mixed with the sounds of Christmas carols, the strains of rock music could be heard coming from the auditorium where the Farm- ingdale Teacher Band was performing for the students. This was a great way to start off the vacation; it brought the teachers and students together in the spirit of things,” Linda Reilly, senior, said. The activities were very produc- tive,” Charles Zodda, twelfth grade Dean, remark- ed. The kids got to enjoy themselves before going home for the holidays. The confinement of the school halls did not stop students from spreading the contagious Christmas spirit. Aside from amusing themselves, the smiling faces of both the students and teachers, proved that their many efforts were suc- cessful in brightening an otherwise dreary Christmas for those who were less fortunate than themselves. 60 Christmas Festivities Left Unable to resist the delicious desserts, Melissa reaches for a cupcake with the aid of the elf, Lynn Constandy. Above: Most of the children were small in stature, but big in appetite. Sheryl McAfee solves Nicole's problem as she boosts her up for a cookie. Left: The Dalerettes display precision and accuracy in their holiday routine. Chrismas Festivities 61 Below: Celloist Janine Bianco concentrates on the notes while performing. Below: The band prepares their music for their opening number. Concert Generates Holiday Spirit Although the heat was not working on Tuesday, De- cember 18, warm tunes of the Jazz Lab, Chorus, Or- chestra. Madrigal and Sym- phonic Bands radiated from the auditorium. The attendance at the Winter Concert primarily consisted of the per- formers’ parents. “There are not many students that are interested in orchestra music,” Theresa O’Sullivan, senior, said. However, the audience enjoyed the music which ranged from Christ- mas songs to jazz selec- tions. “As we looked out from the stage, few stu- dents could be seen, but the presence of our parents and friends urged us to do our best, Karen Weiler, sophomore, stated. The diversified musical arrangements performed by the students were a wel- come change from past concert programs. Saxo- phone solos featured by the Jazz Lab, Chorus, and Ma- drigal singers, accom- panied by Mrs. Allison, and a forty-four piece orchestra conducted by Mr. Tomford all combined to create a pleasure filled evening of new and popular musical arrangements. Above: A tuba solist performs for the audience. 62 Winter Concert Artists Add Beauty to Study Environment With the help of the Stu- dent Art Gallery, under the direction of Mr. William Cor- by. students with artistic tal- ents were given the opportu- nity to display their work at the S.A.G.’s bi-monthly ex- hibits in the library. The December 13 exhibit contained works such as montages, oil paintings, pastels and ceramics. “We use everything that’s sub- mitted.” Corby, advisor, said, although anyone can contribute generally only the art class students did.” Students worked on the projects during art class and sometimes stayed after school to finish their piece. The amount of time spent on a project depended on the complexity of it, Corby added, for example, some oil paintings took up to 5 weeks to complete.” Each exhibit was open to anyone who used the li- brary and to those who just liked to wander through and view the display. “I think the paintings look nice in the library. They help to liven up the atmo- sphere.” Felicia Tirico sophomore, commented. Along with the school ex- hibits, the SAG. also helped to organize the an- nual Gatto exhibit in the town of Farmingdale. This gave the student artists the chance to display their work not only to their fellow students but to the public as well. Above: In order to complete her silk screen for the exhibit. Sue McCallum receives help from S A G. advisor. William Corby. Top: A portrait hung by Krista Pabst Above: Monica Morgan takes adds to the exhibit. advantage of the auiet atmosphere to admire a pastel sailboating scene. SAG. Exhibit 63 OPINIONS What is the importance of school events? School events expand the learning experience outside the classroom. It helps students learn how to inter- act in society . . . Bruce Boyce, junior I feel that the purpose of school events is so that when we look back in our years here, we ll have something other than academics to remember . . . After all, when we look back, the times that we shared with our friends will seem most im- portant . . . Not everyone enjoys these types of events; they shouldn’t be expected to. Those who do will participate. I think we should do our best to promote these activities. They should appeal to many different people. But in the end, the final choice is the individ- ual's and we should not feel dis- appointed if some people decide not to participate. It does not mat- ter how many people are there; it matters who is there. Michelle Osterfeld, senior School events make it possible to be with your classmates in different places other than the classroom. They are a way in which you can meet new friends and be with your old ones . . . Anonymous School events are to enable the students to get to know each other and have fun togehter. . . Michele Dalton, senior I think the purpose of school events is to bring all the students closer together. Unfortunately in this school, too much emphasis is placed on separating different groups of people ... I think there would be more students attending school events if more emphasis was placed on the student body as a whole group, rather than small ones. Barbara Hayes, junior I wish I placed more importance on school events than I did. They are important and make you feel more a part of the school. Participation in school events opens oppor- tunities to meet new friends and to have good times with old ones. The school events make you a part of your high school . . . Nancy Gannon, senior I feel school events are important because they add some variety to the rather boring routine of school . . . Students do not participate be- cause year after year the same events take place. There is nothing different to interest them. New and different events should be organ- ized to increase participation. Liz Hall, junior School events enhance the unity of the school. They give everyone the chance to meet together outside of school and enjoy each other’s company . . . These events will give me my fondest memories . . . Mary Zimmerman, junior I think school events are important. They give me something to look forward to and I am able to be with my friends while having a good time . . . Suzie Rouvas, junior I feel the main purpose of school events is to give the students something to remember their high school years with ... A routine school day gets quite hum-drum af- ter a while and a special school event breaks the monotony . . . Marianne Kleinhans, junior . . . School events are an important part of school life. They give every- one the opportunity to participate in something with their friends. They add to your school years be- cause even if you don't have a good time they give you special memories . . . Anonymous Above: Students crowd the Commons at the annual Inaugural Ball to await the arrival of the band Mercury. 64 Opinions Below Right: Concert T-shirt fad Below: A Town of Oyster Bay gets recognition from all ages, showmobile acts as stage for Below young fans purchase shirts Mercury drummer Jimmy Coscettie from a merchant set up in front of a as he performs for crowd. local store. Above: A view from atop town movie theater shows off the rooftops of Farmingdale and the population who crowded Main Street for the annual fair. Hardscrabble Fair Serves As Town Outing After a week of rain and one postponement, Main Street was finally closed to traffic so the village of Farmingdale could hold the 8th Annual Hardscrabble Fair on June 2, 1979. De- spite the ninety degree heat, most of Farmingdale squeezed their way through the endless crowd for the purpose of celebrating town heritage and promoting community spirit. Throughout the day people bustled their way up and down the street, fear- ing only the possibility of being hit by a bicycle or baby carriage. Many could be seen admiring handi- crafts, browsing through the local shops, or just sampling some of the food from the many restaurants and stands, that lined their path. The food at the fair was the best, Ray Flood, senior, commented. There were so many different kinds. Entertainment was pro- vided by local bands, in- cluding Flatbroke and Mer- cury, which was made up of High School students. Also on hand was the Farm- ingdale Dalerette Kickline, who performed for the crowd. Many of the Dale- rettes could be seen peddl- ing their familiar green and white balloons throughout the afternoon. The spirit of the day was caught by Sophomore Carol Abato. The fair is a really good thing, she explained. It helps us to recognize the town's heritage and helps to bring the community closer together. Hardscrabble fair 65 A Touch of the Orient is Brought to the Stage The cue was about to be given, and in a few mo- ments the anxiety and ner- vousness over what was re- hearsed for months was to be released. The curtain rose as the Playcrafters premiered their production of the King and I on No- vember 9, 1979. Set in the oriental atmo- sphere of Siam, the play highlighted the lives of the English school teacher Anna, portrayed by Jennifer Greenberg, senior, and the King, Tommy Gamblin, jun- ior. As hectic as it all was, each act and scene were rehearsed until the entire cast felt it was right. The long, hard hours did not seem to have an effect on most of the crew. “After putting in three hours, Mr. Ulric might quit for the eve- ning, but I would be so keyed up that I just wanted to stay,” Greenberg stated. The play brought the cast and all involved closer to- gether. Joe Kentenbaum, senior, stated that, “last year, although the cast was bigger, we were much closer, but I still think this year we were a happy fami- ly. Adding to the immense diversities created on stage, members of the cast ranged in age from fourth graders to seniors. The small chil- dren of Siam were por- trayed by friends and rela- tives of the older cast mem- bers. The feeling of unity spread itself to old and young alike. “The kids were no problem because the older ones took care of them,” Ken Ulric, director, said. Throughout the course of the long rehearsals, the or- chestra also came to be a major factor in this produc- tion. The pit band, under the direction of Mr. Brad De- Milo, had to work and learn their musical parts just as the actors had to learn their lines. According to DeMilo, The music was profes- sional Broadway music, it’s original, not watered down student music.” The King and I was presented three more eve- nings on November 10, 16 and 17. It encountered only one major mishap. Myste- riously, during the second performance, a dog ap- peared from backstage and quickly became the main character in the scene. Af- ter running around the sets and actors, the animal was retrieved and the show went on. After the final curtain, the cast rushed off to a cast party to celebrate their suc- cess. The audience was left awed by the professional appearance of the sets and actors and gave the troupe a well deserved standing ovation. “It was a great show,” Ed Ahern, senior, said. “I've never seen a high school production that was put on with such high quality and profes- sionalism.” Top: A frustrated King, Tom Gamblin repremands a shocked Anna, Jennifer Greenberg. Above: The slave girl Tuptim, Lori Kreussling, sings My Lord and Master while thinking of the man she loves. Below: The Interpreter, Larry Right: The deck of a ship sets the Abuhoff, is kicked by the scene for Captain Orton. Harry Kralahone, Ken Ryan, In Jackson, and Louis Leonowens, punishment for making a mistake. David Ulric, as they arrive in Siam. Above: In the palace, the wives and children of the King respectfully await the King's arrival. Above: Prince Chululongkorn, Robert Peralta, receives some fatherly advice from the King. Tom Gamblin. King and I 67 Junior Year Ends on Formal Note Leaving their everyday lives behind, three hundred and four couples walked into a world of fantasy and elegance at the May 29 Junior Prom in Leonard’s of Great Neck. “My first reac- tion was Wow!,“ Kathy San- toro, senior, said, “the place was fancy, nice and high class.” Many students were also taken aback by the appearances of their friends. “I was surprised to see everyone so dressed up. I’m used to seeing them just hanging out in dung- arees,” Heather Benn, sen- ior, stated. This year’s prom, was the first to be planned without the traditional Prom Com- mittee. This placed the total burden of decision making on the Class Officers. “We made an announcement for a committee but no one showed up,” Diane Muller, Class Secretary said. “The four of us had to work to- gether, it was hard but Mr. Glascott helped.” Preparations for the affair began with the thirty-five dollar ticket sales in mid- April. As students busied themselves with solutions to the problems of trans- portation, table arrange- ments and flowers, others were concerned with finding the perfect gown or tuxedo. “It took me two nights of shopping, Mindy Levy, senior, said. “All the gowns looked alike. I finally found something different in the last store I went to.” According to Peter Gott, senior, “I was picky about my tuxedo because it was the only time I was going to wear one and I wanted it to be nice. During the course of the evening, musical entertain- ment was provided by the bands Gold Coast and Full House, who, Cathy Schel- horn, senior, said, took too many breaks but got every- body dancing.” However, there did seem to be differ- ing opinions on this matter. Ed Murphy, senior, com- mented, “I didn’t think the music was too good and the dance floor was too crowded. One thing that almost everyone agreed upon, though, was the quality of the food, said Ellen Price, senior. “It wasn’t that great; it tasted like soap.” Many people also believed that the service was too slow.” It took so long to get your food,” Theresa O’Sullivan, senior, commented. “By the time you got it everyone was starving. The crowning of the Prom Queen and her court proved to be a highlight of the evening. Everybody held their breath as run- ners-up were called, and cheered when Renee Tai- clet was chosen 1979 Prom Queen. Renee and her date then danced to the Prom Theme song “Comes a Time . After hours of dancing, socializing and having pic- tures taken, the evening came to a close. For some it ended all too soon. “The evening went very fast; it felt like I had just gotten there and it was time to leave,” Kathy Kenny, sen- ior, said. Students, upon leaving Leonard’s were surprised by a sudden rainfall which threatened to terminate post prom plans. “We went to the beach anyway, but got kicked out by security, Jamie Patterson, senior, stated. “If you think about it, we could have let the rain ruin our night but we didn’t.” Some people went off to bars, such as Fulton Street Pub, but this proved a prob- lem for those under eight- een. “We were supposed to go to Katy Daley’s,” Chris Kwiatkowski, senior, said, “but we didn’t have any I.D. and we couldn’t go to the beach because of the rain. For some, the activities carried on into the next day. Whether it was a pic- nic at Belmont State Park, horseback riding or a trip to Great Adventure Amuse- ment Park, students got to- gether to continue having a good time. Although there were mixed feelings about the evening, senior Anna Rouvas summed it up by saying, “I’ve never seen anybody happy all at once like they were that night.” Above: Goldcoast entertains prom goers with the Beatle s song This Boy . 68 Prom Loft: Upon entering Leonard’s. Jackie Leone and her date search for their friends among the many tables. Below: As the chicken soup is served, it’s evident to Rob Palmutto that sloppy waiters and formal attire don’t mix. Above: Fun and laughter played an important role throughout the evening. John Tomeo and his date share a joke with friends. Prom 69 Creativity T ransforms Senior Class On Halloween morning, instead of the usual run for homeroom, students could be seen heading for the Commons to witness the traditional antics of those seniors participating in Sen- ior Dress Down Day. Students transformed themselves into such things as Candy Kisses, witches, clowns, Killer Bees, and into television and movie characters through the use of masks, make-up and cos- tumes. Throughout the morning, students could be seen conversing with some very weird characters. Witches cursed the on-looking crowd, the man in the shower flashed the girls with his raccoontail, and Darth Vader battled it out with the Killer Bees. Seniors who were not dressed down roamed around en- joying the relaxed atmo- sphere. The reasons seniors par- ticipated in Dress Down Day were many. Some did it in the hopes of winning a prize, many dressed down just for the fun of contin- Below: Jack in the boxes. Linda Waldeck, Barbara Pastor, and Below left An elated Patty Mason Elissa Benninger. show off their spreads laughter while passing elaborate costumes during the through the Commons. parade uing a tradition. We dressed down because we’ve waited so long for it, we watched all the other classes of seniors dress down and now we’ve done it,” Patty Mason, senior, said, “It really didn’t matter if we won or lost, we had fun doing it.” The day climaxed with the annual parade to Wood- ward Parkway elementary school. Although, one child pulled the beard off one of Snow White’s seven dwarfs, and several others wanted to drink from the human beer cans, the rest of the chil- dren responded with laugh- ter and cheers. After the parade, seniors went home or back to school. Costumes were put away and Dress Down Day became only a memory. But to the juniors and soph- omores, it became some- thing to look forward to. Ac- cording to Sheryl Brynun, junior, “Dress Down Day is a senior privilege and a lot of fun, I’m definitely looking forward to it.” Above: Even under hectic conditions. David Hylka takes time out to satisfy his ghoulish appetite with a well-balanced meal. 70 Dress Down Day Left: Like the pictures that line the wall of the library, clowns Phil DeDomineco. and Robert Arena add color and beauty to the Commons Left: Peter Pan. Karin Ferrero. and Big Bird. Kathy Marino, walk down Woodward Parkway. Below: Hari Krishna devotee. James Pitelli, emphatically preaches the word to his fellow followers Above: Killer Bees. Chris Kwiatkowski. Elaine Callahan, and Donna Serra, scan the Commons for their next victim. Above: Felt. glue, and artwork helped to turn Kathy Santoro into Miss Piggy, the muppets famous female Dress Down Day 71 Above: Fullback, Lenny Insalaco sweeps around Massapequa's left end while reaching for a first down. 72 Sports SPORTS 1 IN Df 1 IN DE Athletic excellence is a goal reached by Farm- ingdale students and coaches; our championship titles won this year have proved it. But love for a sport is more than just de- siring a winning title. Sports focuses on the team both as a whole and as individuals, and gives a start-to-finish account of obstacles and progress throughout the season. Inside, the reader will see how spring sports were af- fected by numerous : PTH : pth changes, how the Dalers disproved Newsday’s pre- dictions, and how some teams exceeded their own expectations to name a few. The In-Depth article will fea- ture Farmingdale’s tight athletic budget and how it is a factor in determining a team's failure or success. This section portrays not only the glory of winning but also the backbreaking practices and team spirit that cannot but help to shape a team’s ability to succeed. Sports 73 Right: While completing another grueling lap. Joe Perrettine displays the perseverance of a runner. Bottom Right: Teammates John Below Left: At an afternoon Krumenacker and Billy Naslonski practice. Dominic Spada prepares have a pre game warm-up. to improve his lacrosse skills. Opposite Right: Before going to bat Jim Genoy receives a helmet from teammate Tom Mier. 76 Spring Sports Changes Affect Spring Athletes “Change” is the most ac- curate word to use when describing what Farm- ingdale's Spring Sports ath- letes have undergone this year. Not only were there training and coaching tran- sitions made, but the customary months in which certain sports were played have also been altered. Girls tennis, traditionally played during the Spring season was converted to a fall sport. Many high schools on Long Island have tennis teams that compete during the Fall months, therefore this tran- sition gives Farmingdale an advantage equal to that of the other teams. The new coach, Robert Reidy, was voted as a strong asset to the team. Barbara Begeal, senior, commented, “Coach Reidy helped everyone with their mistakes by showing some good pointers. He also taught us to use more strategy than we originally had been. Despite the one and eleven record, the team was not easily discouraged. Coach Reidy commented, “I was disappointed that we didn't win more, but given the fact that only three girls played before, we couldn’t expect much better.” The repaving of the courts was a pleasant change for the boys’ team as well as the girls’. Lynn Constandy, junior, commented It was much better playing on a smooth court without all of those cracks.” The girls’ track team has also shed its traditional role as a Fall sport and is now played during the spring. Don Snyder, Farmingdale’s Athletic Director, said, “The basic reason for this is that the County and State Championships are held during the spring and the girls have a better chance of placing in them while they’re in training. Another reason is that weather con- ditions are better for run- ning during the spring months.” This year also provided a dramatic change for the La- crosse team. The players have been under the pres- sure of upholding the County title and second place rank in New York State ever since the emer- gence of the 1978 team. Coach Hartranft com- mented, “This team prob- ably accomplished more in the way of individual talent than we did the year be- fore.” The team was aiming for another championship season, but although they were unable to attain their goal the team held an im- pressive record where the wins outweighed the loses by a large margin. Dominic Spada, senior, views team effort as the key to success. He commented, Lacrosse is a sport that must be played as a team, because winning depends on the strategy and the team’s atti- tude toward the game.” Many things in sports never change, like the usual sweaty hours spent prac- ticing. For the Lacrosse players it’s experience and skill of handling the stick that count. For the baseball players, practices entail hours of standing and running under the hot, glaring sun while waiting for a fly ball, or rac- ing around the field after batting in a run. For tennis players, along with the time- consuming practices comes sore arms and calaced hands. Unlike most contact sports, however, golf is not so much a matter of strenuous workout sessions but is a test of individual skill and coordination. The lack of fan attendance at golf tournaments is another aspect of sports that also never changes. Tom McCaffrey, senior, com- mented, “I can relax more without people there and it’s easier to concentrate on the game.” For most athletes, the glories of the season come at the end, when the cham- pionship games give the team a chance to acknowl- edge the extent of their po- tential. Joe Perettine, sen- ior, stated, “The most re- warding part of the track season is when we find our- selves in the county divi- sions in the best of shape.” Something that never changes at Farmingdale High School is the will and spirit to win. The most suc- cessful teams are those whose players and coaches have a binding friendship. Robert Monaghan, soph- omore, commented, Through all the practices, games, pain and sweat there has to be some team spirit, friendship or close- ness to keep us going.” Spring Sports 77 Dalers Dominate Division Talking about a tough act to follow! Last year, the football team roared through the season unbeat- en and unscored upon. When it was all over, they were ranked first in New York State, and the whole school was eagerly awaiting an encore performance. This year’s varsity squad met the challenge head on, and finished the season with a record few teams could boast of. Although they bowed to Sewanaka in the championship, during the regular season, the team remained undefeated and gave up only twelve points. The Dalers, who were tabbed to finish second in Conference l-A by News- day, started slowly. They narrowly defeated Law- rence, 8-0, in their season opener, and had trouble with Mepham before pulling away in the second half for the victory. As the season prog- ressed, the Green Machine shifted into high gear. While Oceanside was able to snap the Farmingdale shut- out string at twelve games, no one could stop the Da- lers from rolling up impres- sive victories. John Nas- lonski, junior quarterback, sparked the offense with his pinpoint passing, com- pleting four out of nine for fifty eight yards and two touchdowns. Seniors Len Insalaco and Bill Naslonski led a Daler ground attack that rushed for over one hundred and eighty-three yards. As usual, the Farmingdale defense played a major role in the team’s success. Ron Heller, senior, (17 sacks) and John DeTomasso, sophomore, (the leader in tackles), anchored a tight unit that allowed just twenty points all year and racked up six shutouts. Commenting on the team, Coach Snyder said, “I don’t like comparing last year’s team with the present one. But our goals never change from year to year. We prac- ticed hard and took each game as it came.” While talking about the pressures of the season, Bill Naslonski, senior, said, I tried not to think about last year’s team when I was playing. Even though each year brings a new team and a new season, the pressure is always the same. I tried to avoid the pressure as much as possible.” Right: Joe Torio, halfback, has a tight grip on the ball as he plunges through the Massapequa defense. Above Middle: An anxious team watches the pregame performance. Above: Tension-filled and tired, Above: Team mascot, the Lion, Bud Sichler displays the pressures cheers along with Joan Lackner of a game. and Cathy Schelhorn. 78 Football Left In the center position. Joe McConnville prepares to snap the ball to quarterback, John Naslonski, while Massapequa waits on the line. Below Left: Dalers, Andy Kramer (59) and Len Insalaco block the Syosset defense, while Billy Naslonski runs for a touchdown. Below Right: The familiar We are number one cheer is performed by Joan Lackner and Cathy Schelhorn. Bottom Left: Coaches Apgar. Mulligan and Synder try to stay warm, while watching the game from the sidelines. Bottom Right: Clutching the ball. Tom Walsh drives through the Massapequa defense. Football 79 Farmingdale Team Loses Title Below Right Len isalaco keeps a tight grip on the ball while brushing off the opposition. Below: A Sewanaka player is tackled by lineman John DeTomasso (41), with Joe Torio (24) following for a play. Despite winning the Conference l-A title with a perfect 8-0 record, the Dalers still had to win the playoff game against the Con- ference l-B team to stake a legitimate claim to the county title. Only Sewanaka stood between Farm- ingdale and another county championship. On November 24, in a game that proved to be the biggest upset of the season, the Da- lers surrendered their title as Nassau County Champions to the Sewanaka Indians. Many people felt the Farmingdale team was playing under a great deal of emotional stress and pressure, not only because of the nature of the game, but because they were expected to repeat as county champs. However, Farm- ingdale did make sev- eral good plays. Late in the fourth quarter, an excellent play was made by Len Isalaco, senior, running back, when he crashed through the Sewanaka defense for a 46 yard touchdown. Ronnie Heller, sen- ior, Co-captain, com- mented on the game, “There were a few good plays that we didn't take advantage of, but overall we didn't play too badly. It was a close game. The fact the Farm- ingdale hadn't lost a game in two years made the victory that much more gratifying for the Sewanaka team. Coach Mulligan stated, People in general are out to get Farmingdale. When a team beats Farm- ingdale it’s considered a big success. 80 Football Left: Quarterback John Naslonski (11) completes a perfect pass just seconds before an attack by the opposing defense. Back Row: Coach Don Snyder. Coach Bob Mulligan. Troy Rosasco, Mike Lore. Al Calabrese. Joe McConnville, John Brown. Jim Hoenings. Bill Corwin. Andy Kramer. Craig Perry. Jim Maybury. Ray Flood. John Krumenacker. Coach Irv Apgar. Middle Row: John Conneely. Anthony Febo. Larry Crossley. Bob Robitzek. John Naslonski. Pat Redo, Brendan Wilcox, Lou Calserone. Tony Toradalo. Buddy Sichler. Bob Korkuc. John DeTomasso. Don Lang. Bottom Row: Dave Delligati. Joe Torio. Charlie DellAquila, Ronnie Heller, co-captain. Len Insalaco, co-captain, Bill Naslonski, co- captain. Bill Farley. Tom Walsh. Tom Lomonaco. John Considine. Steve Mormino. Missing: Tony Caliendo, John Vatter. Ray McGovern. Lou Brienza. F.H.S. 8 Varsity Football (8-1) Lawrence 0 32 Mepham 0 35 Massapequa 0 26 Oceanside 6 32 Syosset 6 23 Berner 0 25 East Meadow 0 22 Hicksville 0 6 Sewanaka 8 Football 81 Below: Good form and skill are Below Middle: At one of the daily displayed by Laurie Austin while practices. Patty Bates swims a few doing the butterfly stroke laps across the pool. Girls Swimming (7-2) F.H.S. 74 Cold Spring Harbor 98 48 Syosset 28 103 Long Beach 76 98 Garden City 74 102 Uniondale 68 92 Calhoun 80 68 Bethpage 104 58 Hewlett 24 113 Island Trees 55 Top Row: Coach Bill Annis, Karen Borroso. Chris Lathuras. Dorothy Louhnau. Patty Bates. Laurie Austin, Tina Strubel, Susan Weiglan. Middle Row: Kelly O'Neil. Rose Zipper. Susan Granville. Lisa Strubel. Denise Pistone. Geraldine Bongo. Terry Cloonan. Bottom Pow: Sandy Wall. Lesley Annis. Lisa Gannon. Lynn Kennedy. Barbara Salvia. Carol Sherman. Missing: Kathy Borrosso. Diane Freshour. Co-Capt. Joanne Pallock. Patty Rodgers 82 Girls Swimming Left: Waiting for the whistle Dorothy Louhnau perpares for a quick start. Lower Left: An exhibition of exceptional talent is shown in back dive by Lisa Gannon. Swimmers Set New School and County Records After putting in at least three hours of practice each day for several weeks and an equal amount of mental prepara- tion, the Farmingdale Girls Swim team has attained its reward with the best season yet and a 7-2 record to prove it. The girls not only broke the school records, but the county as well. The relay team, better known as “The Deadly Medley consisted of swim- mers, Dorothy Louhnau, sophmore, Diane Freshour, junior, Laurie Austin, sen- ior, Patty Bates, senior. The four girls won the county divisions and set a record for the second year in a row, in the 200 yard medley relay. Patty Bates, in her sec- ond year on the swim team was the county champ for the 50 yard freestyle and placed within the top ten for the 100 yard freestyle. Coach Bill Annis com- mented on Bates’ achieve- ments, She had the natu- ral talent, but she was also a good listener.” Tina Streubel, sophmore. Lisa Strebel, freshman, Rose Zipper, junior, and Christine Lathuras, senior, all placed third in the coun- ty for the 400 yard freestyle relay. Since swimming is an ex- tremely demanding sport, each participant must indi- vidually discipline himself. The mental attitude of the swimmer is also quite im- portant. I felt that if I want- ed to get better, I had to work harder. I went to prac- tice with the attitude of pushing myself to the limit,” Patty Bates, senior, stated. It’s ninty-five percent mental and five percent physical,” Diane Freshour, junior, said. “You must be mentally prepared for a race or you’ll lose. If you can talk yourself into win- ning, then there is no doubt that you will.” Chris Lath- uras, senior, commented. “It takes special people to be swimmers, they must be dedicated and have the pa- tience and desire to reach their goals.” Girls Swimming 83 Top Row: Doug Ferber. Co- captain, Jeff Cooper, Peter Grell. Ray Soluri. Coach Jim Dugan. Bottom Row: Mike Garcia. Roy Bauer, John Kobi. Missing: Rich DiBernardo. Paul Faria. Pat Finn. Brian Jones, Steve Jones. Co-capt., Maurico Pachon. John Quinn. Right Team effort is important as Brian Jones (11) and Ray Bauer (6) attempts to recapture the ball. Far Right: Michael Garcia demonstrates a head block. Right: A Syosset player runs toward the ball as Daler John Kobi tries to block him. 84 Soccer Experienced Players Aid Team In the highly competitive high school sports world, fans sometimes forget that a winning record is not the only sign of a successful season. This year's varsity soccer team reminded everyone that a team that grows and learns with each game has accomplished as much as a team that wins the championship. Despite a record of two wins, ten losses and one tie, the players feel that they are a talented and skilled team. They ended last year's losing streak early in the season by de- feating Bellmore-Kennedy, and later went on to beat arch-rival Syosset. “We knew we were a much bet- ter team than last year’s. It was bound to happen be- cause our attitudes had im- proved, Roy Bauer, senior, explained. Mike Garcia, senior, added, ‘‘It was a to- tal team effort. We played Top: Mauricio Pachon (13) tries to gain the ball before his Berner opponents. Left: During a game against Hicksville. Doug Ferber (5) dribbles the ball down the field. together and felt more like a team. One reason for the team’s losses is that they compete in one of the most difficult conferences in the county. The conferences are based on school’s pop- ulations, but this system has obvious flaws. It’s not an equitable way to placing teams’’ Mr. Dugan, varsity coach, commented. The school may have 2700 stu- dents, but only twenty tried out for the varsity team.” Even with such tough competition, the soccer team played very well throughout the season. In games such as those against Berner and Hick- sville, Farmingdale only lost by one goal, scored on a penalty shot or in the last few minutes of the game. “We’re really a much better team than our record in- dicates.” Garcia stated. Varsity Soccer (2-9-1) F.H.S. 1 Half Hollow Hills 2 2 East Meadow 6 0 Hicksville 4 4 Bellmore Kennedy 1 0 Berner 6 3 Syosset 1 0 Massapequa 5 0 East Meadow 2 3 Hicksville 4 2 Berner 3 1 Syosset 1 0 Massapequa 2 Soccer 85 Mileage Strengthens Attitudes and Muscles Lett Back Row: Coach Al Parks. Ken Arnold. Marc Demas. Kurt Ludwig. Steve Melore. Middle Row: Greg Wolling. Paul Ciesco. Bob Monaghan. Ken Cottrell. Co-captain, Tom McGuirk. Bottom Row: Steve Israel. Tom Giminaro. Tony Giammanaro. John Driscoll, Dan Gorczycki. Missing: Joe Perettine. Co-captain, Mark Janusczewski. Below Left: Kurt Ludwig and Mark Demas loosen their muscles by walking, after a six lap run. Below Right Runners Kurt Ludwig and Mark Demas begin their daily practice run. ’We’ve gone pretty far, not to the top, but we have improved,” Paul Ciesco, senior, stated. The 1979 Cross Country team, al- though not champions, were winners in their own right. Through extreme dedication to their sport, these runners have proved that a team can attain a noticable im- provement if they try hard enough. However, one drawback that cannot be helped, is that practices are not held during the summer. Also due to a lack of publicity early in the year, there was limited participation in the sport. If we were off to a better start we could have gotten progressively strong- er,” Robert Monaghan, sophmore, commented. Marc Demas, senior, said, “Farmingdale’s junior high schools don’t have any Cross Country track teams, while most other schools on Long Island do, so hardly anyone is coming to the High School with ex- perience.” The runners must honest- ly enjoy their sport or they would not be able to trek across the field and woods for five miles each day. “We threw a football around while running at practices. It passed the time,” Step- hen Isreal, senior, com- mented. ’’During a meet the dis- tance seemed to fly by. I just concentrated on my stride, wove in and out of the crowd and thought about music,” Ken Cottrell, senior, stated. Joe Per- ettine. senior, captain and Ken Cottrell, co-captain contributed their leadership qualities and experience to the team. “When we found that we were getting lazy, Joe kept on pushing us, not like a dictator, of course, but enough to encourage extra enthusiasm,” Tony Gimminaro, senior, said. But the true asset to the team was their spirit and camaraderie. “We respect each other and stuck to- gether,” Gimminaro added. 86 Cross Country Track Left: A puddle after a recent rainfall, provides a hurdle for Kurt Ludwig and Marc Demas to jump during a pratice meet Below Left: Walking out past the track and gradually picking up speed as they enter the wooded area behind the school. Kurt Ludwig and Mark Demas engage in Below Right: A wooded path provides the daily routine necessary for Kurt Ludwig and Mark Demas with a staying in shape. aesthetic diversion. Cross Country (9-3) F.H.S. 35 Mepham 15 29 Hicksville 26 47 Baldwin 16 23 East Meadow 38 19 Sewanaka 44 50 Bellmore Kennedy 15 45 Uniondale 15 33 Massapequa 24 46 Berner 15 22 Calhoun 39 43 Oceanside 16 43 Lawrence 16 Cross Country Track 87 a Right Mixed feelings of pain and concentration are apparent on Jim Lepano s face, as he strives for a flawless performance. Below Right: Strong arm muscles are essential to a gymnast, as displayed by Mike Cano on the Parallel bars. Varsity Gymnastics (3-1) F.H.S. 84.2 Massapequa 86.1 86.5 Berner 48.1 92.2 Calhoun 51.2 84.7 Freeport 68.4 Gymnasts Possess Positive Viewpoint In accordance with the winning tradition at Farm- ingdale High School, the Boys Gymnastics team finished its season with a respectable record of 3 wins and 1 loss. The loss was suffered in the first meet, against Massapequa, who later went on to be- come the Division II Cham- pions. The team lost by less than one point, a very nar- row margin for such a high scoring sport. This loss proved to be the determin- ing factor in the final divi- sion standings. After overcoming the dis- appointment of losing their first meet, the gymnasts practiced long and hard, in the hope of making a come- back. Practices were held for two hours a day, six days a week. Sometimes a few dedicated team mem- bers would practice for three hours or more on a given day. All of the hard work and preparation paid off. The team went to win the remaining four meets. Although the team failed to retain its past division II title, the season did have many high points. The total score of 92.3 points, ranked them among the top teams in Farmingdale history. A major highlight of the season was when Marc Co- hen, senior, captain, com- peted in the state Cham- pionship and his perform- ance on the parallel bars won him first place in both the division and county championships. He also placed eighth in the state meet. Commenting on his accomplishment, Cohen stated, “It was very exciting to compete in the state Championship, with tough competition. While I’m doing a routine I think about each move at a time and I try to keep tight. I don’t think it’s too difficlut to concentrate, but when I get distracted it’s a drain on energy.” Frank Sposato, senior, said, Allround we had one of the best teams ever, even though we didn’t win the championship, we used our potential to the fullest.” 88 Boys Gymnastics Left: During a home meet. Marc Cohen makes a difficult maneuver appear easy. ■M ¥ , — — Left: After his routine John Calabro performs a smooth dismount. Back Row: Nancy Burns. Manager. Mike DeAlto. Chris Henn. Charlie Reichel. Greg Tesser, Tom Henn, Perry Townes. Jane Michaelowski. manager. Middle Row: John Calabro. Dan Baccelliere. Mike Cano. Bill Douglass. Jim Lepano. Frank Sposato. Bottom Row: Tom Tomeo. Jeff Zind. Marc Cohen, captain. Jim Pittelli. Steve Mancuso. Coach Jim Hraba. Boys Gymnastics 89 Above: Standing: Bernie Blanchard. Coach Steve Bitel. Greg Boris. Jeff Tanen. John Hasely. Anil Gullati, Chris Jeffreys. Dave Tanen. John Carmen. Jeff DeWeaver. Kneeling: Jason Winters. Nick Cardascia. Richard Reimer. Right Waiting for the ball. Bernie Blanchard plans his next move. Seasonal Change: A Help and Hinderance A tough transition had to be made by the boys tennis team this year. The change of season had its assets, but also brought about some problems. The com- petition was rough for the relatively inexperienced team. Jeff Tanen, senior, pointed out that it had been a year and a half since they last competed. Tanen also commented, Few practice sessions were a major drawback, unlike the rich schools, we couldn’t prac- tice during the winter.” Since the majority of boys teams play during the spring, the Dalers encoun- tered a wider range of com- petition. However, playing in the warmer weather was a wel- come change for many of the team members. Bernie Blanchard, senior, stated, I think it was much more ap- propriate in the spring. The fall wind carries the ball and controls it, while the spring wind won’t interfere with your shot.” Julainne Ryan, junior, said, I tried to attend most of the home matches, be- cause they were exciting and I really enjoy tennis.” 90 Boys Tennis Left: During a pre-season practice. Jason Winters hits the ball to Jeff DeWeaver. Lower Left Upon returning the ball. Jeff DeWeaver displays a Below: Jeff DeWeaver attempts to strong forehand save the ball. Boys Tennis 91 Balls, Nets, Racquets, and Sticks ... Board of Education Allots for Facilities For many years, Farm- ingdale High School has been known throughout Long Island as having an outstanding athletic depart- ment. Two major reasons that contribute to the yearly sucess of twenty-one var- sity teams are budget and facilities. It is the misconception of many people that it is up to the individual coaches to al- lot a certain amount of money to their teams each season. The process of managing the budget, which is set by the Board of Education, is a bit more complicated. The amount of money granted to the Sports De- partment each year is ap- proximately 100,000 dollars, 10.000 of which is used for transportation. Another 33.000 dollars is allocated for replacement of equip- ment. The percentage allowed to the girls’ teams has steadily increased in past years and is now equal to what the boys’ sports re- ceive. Mr. John McLennan, Principal, said, “I believe it won’t be long before there are as many major girls sports as there are boys.” If a coach and team members feel that they de- serve more financial assist- ance due to the popularity and growth of the sport, then a request is drawn up and given to Mr. Don Sny- der, the Director of Athlet- ics. He then sends it to the administration for approval. The administrators then present the request to the Board of Education for the final approval. When dealing with a coach’s salary, four things are taken into consid- eration: the time and re- sponsibility of the coach, the length of the season, the size of the team, and the difficulty of the sport. Negotiations between the teachers union and the Board of Education are es- sential before a decision can be reached. Equipment and facilities can be a major problem when there is either a short- age of funds of lack of school support. The Farm- ingdale hockey team, which plays its home games at the Bethpage rink, is made up entirely of Farmingdale stu- dents, and it is not recog- nized as a varsity sport in the Farmingdale High School district. Each year the question of a school — sponsored team arises be- cause, the players petition to have it funded by the school district. The reason for its not being a school — sponsored sport is the ex- ceedingly large amount of money that it costs. The Board of Education claims that the expenses of equip- ment and insurance are too great. Danny Collins, junior, and hockey player, com- mented, We all buy our own equipment and every year we have to get new skates, which cost 150 dol- lars. We also buy a couple of sticks every few weeks which cost 10 dollars a piece.” Collins also added, ’’Even though we don’t get sponsored by the school, we want varsity letters.” Below Middle: Early in the season, the football team drills offensive plays. Bottom: A view of the repaved tennis courts, located behind the school. 92 Budget and Facilities In Depth PTH IN DE PTH- Above Left: Phillip Abshire takes a break during workouts on the weight machine. Above: At a home meet, Marc Cohen prepares to dismount, after his performance on the new set of rings. Left: Many runners complain about the poor conditions of the gravel covered track, but Anthony Mauro and Charlie DellAquila find it useful for practices during the winter months. Budget and Facilities In Depth 93 Balls, Net, Racquets, and Sticks ... Below: The weight machine aids John Brown In toning his arm muscles. Budget Covers Equipment and Coaches There are ways of provid- ing the school with athletic equipment without dipping into the budget. For in- stance, the Universal, known as the weight ma- chine, in the boys’ gym, was purchased only by var- sity team members, not the Board of Education, in 1970. The players raised 2,600 dollars by selling Farmingdale pillows. John Brown, senior, said, In- stead of paying a hundred dollars at a Health Spa, I work out on the universal in the gym. It’s a good piece of equipment, and it helps keep me in shape. Coach Mulligan added, It’s a very fine piece of equipment. It’s used during the evening by some athletes. It's also used eight periods a day by the gym classes. The Board of Education did, however, allot some money to purchase new equipment for the girls gymnastics team in 1978. Suzanne Domni, senior, said, It was a big asset to the team when we got new parallel bars because the old ones were not regu- lation height, and we had to hold our home meets at Woodward Parkway Ele- mentary School. Another budget expense came about when the school’s tennis courts were repaved. Many players still complain that they are not in the condition they should be. Karin Hagner, junior, stated We had problems this year when it rained. The end two courts were always flooded. I think they could have been leveled off a little better. Jeff Tanen, senior added, “Even though the courts were just redone, they’ve started to peel already, and they have to be done over again.” Federal laws, plus inflation, can present finan- cial obstacles for some teams, football coach, Irv Apgar, said, Because of new federal safety regu- lation which says we have to use helmets with a seal of inspection, we now have to buy new helmets. A few years ago they were 20 dol- lars, now they’re 65 dol- lars. While commenting on the condition of football equip- ment, Ronnie Heller, senior, said, Most of our equip- ment is in good shape from year-to-year and this sea- son we had practice pants as well as game pants. Heller also largely attrib- uted Farmingdale excellent reputation to the coaches. He said, ‘‘I think the coaches in this school run a very good program. The talent we have on our teams is no different from any other high school, but our coaches work on devel- oping and using the avail- able talent. 94 Budget and Facilities In Depth IN DEPTH Left: Concentration is the key. as Judy Freshour straddles on the balance beam. Below Left A young Daler fan assist Andy Kramer with a drink of water during the game. Below: A pitch-back help� Terry Woods develop good passing techniques. Budget and Facilities In Depth 95 Right; Chris Ihm spikes the ball to teammate Shelley Warren. Below Right: Candi Salvato (14) hits the ball while Shelley Warren watches for the return. Girls’ Volleyball (1-11) F.H.S. 0 Hicksville 2 0 Massapequa 2 1 Syosset 2 0 Kennedy Bellmore 2 0 Berner 2 0 East Keadow 2 0 Hicksville 2 0 Massapequa 2 0 Syosset 2 2 Kennedy Bellmore 1 0 Berner 2 0 East Meadow 2 Right At practice Chris Lathuras spikes the ball while Shelley Warren sets up for a block. 96 Girl’s Volleyball Volleyball Team Lacks Experience “We bumped, we set, we spiked, we lost,” was the humorous remark of vol- leyball coach Angelo DiF- rancisco. The coach, refer- ing to the team’s 1-11 record, was not dis- couraged. DiFrancisco seriously ex- plained, “We were young and inexperienced, but some of the girls made great progress and I’m very optimistic about next year. Between varsity playing ex- perience and up-and-com- ing J.V. players, we could surprise a lot of teams.” Although most players don't recognize their team as inexperienced or other- wise, most admitted that few excuses could be made in defense of their record. However, many girls re- mained optimistic in their view of the season and most hoped for a better season next year. Dawn Graves, junior, ex- plained, “We had a lot of individual talent, but lacked experience in playing as a team. Determination and more experience should bring next year’s team a successful season.” Roberta Perrone, senior, commented, “Although at times it was a frustrating season, playing volleyball was still a lot of fun. Per- rone added optimistically, With so many talented girls on the team each year, I’m sure we’ll have a win- ning season yet.” Top Lett: Suzanne Domni serves the ball while Roberta Perrone sets up for a bump. Left: Dropping to her knees. Candi Salvato prepares to return the ball in a pre-game warm-up. Back Row: Chris Ihm. Chris Lathuras, Roberta Perrone. Kris Farrell. Coach Angelo DiFrancisco. Middle Row: Karen Lisk. Candi Salvato. Suzanne Domni Co- Captain. Rose Zipper. Front Row: Shelley Warren. Co- Captain. Lynn Canstandy. Debbie Fiordilino. Dawn Graves. Barbara Camp. Missing: Karen Moore Girls’ Volleyball 97 Track Members Keep Up Pace Throughout the 1979-80 Winter Track season, there had been a feeling of com- eraderie among the team members. But more impor- tantly there was an atmo- sphere of determination. This was our rebuilding season,” stated coach Wal- ter Brem. There was a quest for new talent to fill the positions of graduated seniors and much effort was put into building and strengthening the skills of the remaining athletes. The members of the Winter Track team, worked on be- coming fast and accurate in sprinting, hurdles, distance and field events. The decline of female runners in recent years had forced the girls who spe- cialized in certain events to spend time training for those in which they were not as proficient. Sherry Brock, senior explained, There was a strong friend- ship among the girls.” It was agreed upon that the friendly atmosphere was a factor which helped lead them to victory, along with the willingness to keep up with the tiring pace. Coach Brem, started an informal team in order to continue the training of gif- ted athletes through the winter months. His time and personal efforts aided in the formation of a Farmingdale High School Winter Track team, established in 1977, for all runners. Above Right: Throwing the shotput helps Ray Flood develop strong arm muscles. Back Row: P Romanelli. D. Scarangella, R. Monaghan. J. Persampire. D. Burghardt. D. Chiusa. Coach W Brem, R Weithofer, M. Januszenski, S. Makely, J. Genoy, J Brown, W Ferrara. Third Row: T. McGuirk, K. Arnold. A Schellhorn. T. Zeng, P. Ciesco. P Abshire. C. DellAquila Co- Captain, J. Perettine. S. Israel. J. Connely. E Strubel. J. Abely Second Row: R Steembuch, S. Kumbsky. J. Driscoll. T. Walsh. P Buckley. A. Giammarinaro. F. Inness. A. Cano. E. Schmidt. K. Lindo. J Santana. A Mauro. F. Sposato Co-Captain. Front Row: C. Abato. C. Abato. J. Jacobs. J. Paruolo. B. Rice. M Buckley. C. Schellhorn. G. Tomeo, S. Palino, J. Timmons. G. Bongo. S. Brock. S. Ferrante. J. Auguste Missing: J. Lavelle 98 Winter Track Left: Taking advantage of a warm day. Steve Israel and Tony Giammarinaro practice outdoors. Below Left: During the cold weather Maureen Buckley. Danny Scarangella and Danny Burghardt run in the boys' gym. Below: Timed laps around the gym are a significant part of training for Cathy Schelhorn. Below Middle: Weather permitting. Jeff Zund and Anthony Mauro run on the empty track after school. Winter Track 99 Dalers Secure County Title In the true Farmingdale tradition, this year's basket- ball team clinched the Nas- sau County Championship. While highlighting the final playoff game, Greg Wildes, sophomore, said. We got very physical and intense towards the end of the game, and when it was over it felt good. The boys played ag- gressively and were ex- pected to hustle in order to attain their championship position. We knew what we had to do, and we went out and performed, Ed Murphy, senior, commented. The players also realized that hard work and dedication would not get them any- where without solid team- Varsity Basketball (19-5) F.H.S 79 Glen Cove 62 89 Bellmore Kennedy 58 52 North Babylon 48 62 Syosset 47 57 Harborfields 66 69 Berner 49 80 Freeport 63 62 Massapequa 48 71 St. Agnes 78 84 Hicksville 66 82 Lawrence 85 55 East Meadow 59 63 Bellmore Kennedy 49 79 Calhoun 59 64 Syosset 32 57 Baldwin 41 71 Berner 43 56 Lawrence 51 49 Massapequa 34 65 Freeport 61 79 Hicksville 58 65 Hempstead 53 46 East Meadow 45 48 Ward Melville 51 Above Right: Spotting a break in Back Row: Donny Lang. Ed Berner s defense. Bruce Weiner Murphy Co-Captain. Greg Wildes, passes off. Duane Woods Co-Captain. Michael Alvarez. Middle: Michael Perettine. Kevin Williamson. Terry Woods. John Kline. work. We were ten different personalities, but on the court we worked together, Bruce Weiner, senior, stated. On March 15, the relative- ly young, but talented team went to the Nassau Coli- seum for the Long Island Championship against Ward Melville. But the opposition was able to gain a three point lead, and the Dalers met their fifth and final de- feat of the season. With all the coaching ex- perience of Carl Savalli be- hind them, the team gained more and more conviction with each win, and worked hard for its' accom- plishments. 100 Varsity Basketball Left: Jumping up. Terry Woods struggles to regain possession of a rebound at the Glen Cove game. Lower Left: Teammates Greg Wildes. Duane Woods, and Kevin Williamson assist Donny Lang (42) while he reaches for a rebound Left: While Glen Cove's defense is down, open man Duane Woods takes a jump shot. Varsity Basketball 101 F'dale 4 8 10 9 2 3 2 2 8 10 3 7 8 8 8 5 4 5 Farmingdale Hockey (16-1-2) Plainedge 2 Plainview 0 Massapequa 1 Bethpage 0 Syosset 1 John F. Kennedy 1 Berner 2 Hicksville 2 Plainview 1 Plainedge 1 Massapequa 2 Syosset 2 John F. Kennedy 0 Berner 2 Hicksville 5 Bethpage 2 Plainedge 3 Berner 6 Back Row: Kevin Kiendle. Dennis O’Connor Manager. Roger Lavan. John Vatter Capt.. Mike Fallen. John O’Connor. Thomas Zarek. John Booth Co-Captain. Danny Collins Co-Captain. Neil aCappadona. Coach Paul Markison Charlie May Front Row: Gary Gordon. Wally Adamchik, Rich Alsis, Bobby Cappadona. Peter Flynn. Chester Broman. Missing: Keith Kiendle Above Right: Tommy Zarek faces- off at the beginning of the Bethpage game. Bottom: Stopping for a break. Charlie May. John Booth, and Danny Collins gather to discuss game plans. 102 Hockey Left: Looking for an open man. Dan Collins carries the puck down the ice. Left: While the game continues late into the afternoon. Tommy Zarek faces-off in the last quarter. Hockey Team Follows Farmingdale Tradition The Farmingdale Hockey team easily met its annual goal of being one of the best teams in the county. Having had only one loss and two ties, the team skated through a highly successful season, reaping sixteen wins along the way. “We have what athletes at Farmingdale are famous for: hustlers, and most of all the desire to win,” John Vatter, captain, said. Vatter also discussed some of the team's most favorable as- sets. “We did have some swift and talented skaters. Such as the first line which was composed of highscoring sophomore Tom Zarek at center, and juniors Roger Lavan and Danny Collins. The defensive chores were handled nicely by All-Stars Mike Fallon and John Booth. I think Farmingdale has the best goal-tending tandem in the league with Kevin Kiendle. He’s one of the most talented goalies ever to come from Long Is- land.” Each year the team struggles with the issue of school support. The Board of Education refuses to rec- ognize the Farmingdale Hockey team as a high school varsity team, for rea- sons varying from ex- cessive violence to over-ex- pensive equipment. “As far as support goes, we don’t mind playing for ourselves, but we’d like to share our success with the rest of the school,” Vatter added. “Fan participation is in- creasing, fifteen of our friends came to watch the last game,” John Booth, Assistant Captain, com- mented. Hockey 103 Back Row: Coach Apgar. Brenden Wilcox. Ron Heller. Charlie Ross. Al Calabrese Middle Row: Joe Byrnes. Tommy King. Gerard Profreidt. Bob McDaniels Front Row: Matt Tropiano. Tony Ferrara. Tom Henn. Mike Bresnahan. Jim O’Connor. Right While trying to psych out his competitor. Joe Byrnes looks for a take down. Bottom: In a referees position. Tom Henn and his opponent prepare for the next period. s. 52 Boys' Wrestling (8-4) Hicksville 8 33 East Meadow 25 21 North Shore 22 30 Berner 26 25 Island Trees 34 54 Syosset 3 23 Massapequa 27 20 Kennedy Bellmore 30 45 Carl Place 9 36 Oceanside 11 39 Herricks 11 28 Beth page 25 104 Wrestling Dalers Wrestle to Stay on Top For the 1980 Wrestling team, rebuilding meant hard work. Each year the seniors walk in knowing exactly what to do. Coach Apgars' job is to start with the basic fundamentals for the new members. This year the number of people who went out for wrestling seemed to have declined, Joe Byrnes, sen- ior, said. The reason, sug- gested by a teammate, might be that some people could not handle the strenuous practices. How- ever, a new policy, which started this year, had daily practices shortened, which in turn gave the athletes a renewed attitude toward practice. But, what seemed to be the key to most vic- tories was, in fact, practice. In order, to help raise the teams’ morale, Apgar formed the Wrestlettes. As a group of sports-minded girls, the Wrestlettes publi- cized the matches with hand-made posters, which they placed around the school. The girls also raised funds for the team by sell- ing various items. Last years’ team was one of the best Farmingdale has ever had. This year we're fighting to stay on top, Tom Henn, senior ad- mitted. Even though there were some problems, our team spirit became stronger as the year progressed, be- cause after we won a few matches, the half-way atti- tude and uncertainty were gone, Ronnie Heller, sen- ior, said. The team finished second in the Half Hollow Hills Tournament and placed fourth in both the Lawrence Tournament and the Con- ference IA. The Dalers 8-4 record proved that their division was one of the most difficult in the county. Above Left: While concentrating on wrist control. Ronnie Heller overtakes his adversary. Left: Tom Henn counters a take down, against the struggling opposition. Wrestling 105 Bottom Left: During a practice game Chris Lathuras blocks a shot Bottom Right: While Betty Rauff by Kim O'Connor keeping the other takes a side shot. Kim O'Connor teammates on guard. waits for the rebound. Talent Abounds on Girls’ Team Although most of the sports reports on the news deal with the traditional all- male teams, one sport that has been demanding more attention lately is womens’ basketball. Here at Farm- ingdale. girls' basketball is a firmly established part of the athletic program, one that has brought the school a great deal of pride in re- cent years. This years' varsity squad was eager to repeat the winning performance of the last two seasons, but be- cause several valuable play- ers had graduated, another championship season could not be met. “We worked hard last year, and we did really well. We knew we could do just F.H.S. 44 Girls' Basketball (8-4) Syosset 34 54 Berner 40 57 Hicksville 31 49 East Meadow 29 32 Massapequa 28 34 Berner 60 38 Syosset 55 26 Massapequa 33 56 Hicksville 33 43 East Meadow 38 47 Syosset 41 54 Hempstead 76 as well this year, but that we would have to work much, much harder, Christine Ihm, junior, ex- plained. The challenge did not deter the girls however, their 8 and 4 record proved that they had a competent and talented team. “The team we had last year could never be re- peated, but all it took was determination and hope to come through with another good season,” Shelley War- ren, senior, commented. Although, in general, girls’ sports don't get the recognition they deserve, the girls on the basketball team made themselves known through their out- standing record. 106 Girl s Basketball Left: Concentration and good aim are shown by Chris Lathuras, while practicing jump shots during a daily workout. %■ M£Ua jaWMC04U jsMNGau i a Back Row: Coach Karnes. Sue Warren. Sue Barberi, Kim O'Connor. Sue Ferrante. manager. Middle Row: Kris Farrell, Rose Zipper. Debbie Fiordilino. Dawn Graves. Front Row: Shelly Warren. Chris Ihm. Chris Lathuras. Betty Rauff. Girl's Basketball 107 Right: Judy Freshour performs a back walkover. .H.S. 114.75 Girls’ Gymnastics (8-0) Massapequa 110.40 121.35 Uniondale 73.4 121.5 Berner 95.05 123.75 Lawrence 121.00 128.9 Kennedy Bellmore 82.7 124.3 Baldwin 97.4 129.1 Calhoun 12.85 126.95 Oceanside 121.40 Back Row: Coach Hraba. Lorraine Kelly. Mary McKeviny, Barbara Spencer. Christine Carpenter. Tracy Wieting. Judy Miller. Marc Cohen, manager. Middle Row: Geraldine Bongo. Laura Vigh. Lisa DeBernardo. Siobhan Ogilivie. Elise Schreiner Front Row: Judy Freshour. Co- Captain. Linda Reilly Co-Captain. Missing: Veronica D'Angelis. Laura DeSantis. Jackie Hatzfeid. Debbie Hernandez. Cara Josanne. Donna Kaye. Kathy Kenny. Maureen Marlow. Sheryl McAfee. Lorraine Profriedt. Janine Negri. Jill Shalet. f 108 Girl’s Gymnastics Bottom Left: While practicing a Below: With the help of coach Hraba, straddle handstand. Barbara Judy Freshour attempts to complete a Spencer develops balance and dismount. control. Gymnasts Go Undefeated Gymnastics is a challeng- ing and individual sport, which leaves much room for creativity. This year the girls put their natural ability together with creativity and turned out with a perfect record. As well as being the Con- ference I Champions, the 1980 team took third place in Nassau County. Some girls also had major achievements in the individ- ual counties, such as Judy Freshour, who came in first place on the balance beam and Cara Josanne, a fresh- man, was awarded first place on the uneven bars, second place, all-round, and third on the beam. The talent and coordina- tion of each gymnast was exhibited through various events. The floor exercises were performed to music and the girls created a rou- tine that followed the tempo of the chosen piece. “You listen to the music over and over to find moves that coorespond with the melody. Certain parts specifically require ballet or dance, while a fast pace re- quires tumbling moves, ' Judy Freshour, senior, ex- plained. Traditional equipment, such as the beam, uneven parallel bars and horse were designed to measure the flexibility and muscular coordination of the gym- nast. Although it is an individ- ual sport, genuine team spirit was always there. Kathleen Kenny, senior, commented, “Sometimes almost an entire practice was spent helping a team- mate learn just one move and then perfect it.” Left: As she demonstrates a walkover on the balance beam. Lisa Reilly displays her flexibility. Girl's Gymnastics 109 Left: As he completes a third lap across the pool, Greg Carman swings rapidly through the water. Below Middle: Good form is a basic rule for a quick start, as displayed by Johan Wennborg. Bottom Left: At the sound of the whistle. Jeff Vanostrin leaps into the water. Below: During the meet against Bethpage. Tom Penzes takes a well deserved break. Back Row: Coach Annis, Jeff Vanostrin. Johan Wennborg, Tom Murtagh Co-Captain. Jerry Foley Captain, Warren Corrigan. Charlie Reichel, Greg Carman. Middle Row: John Guetta. Billy Annis, Bob Senecal. Jeff Martin, Eric Datsun. Mike Cano. Front Row: Neil Harms. Tom Penzes. John Tournour. Mike Hartman. Scott Gregorchuck. Steve Mancuso. Chris Cash. 110 Boys’Swimming Boys’ Swim Team Makes Waves The boys’ swim team is constantly psyching-up. Whether preparing for the entire season or one meet, the ideas conceived to boost team spirit ranged from theme songs to good luck hats. However, this year, luck had little to do with the teams’ tremendous suc- cess. Talent was the key word. The teams’ eleven wins, two losses and one tie, were the results of a sea- son faced with high aspira- tions and an abundance of talent. Greg Carman, sen- ior, explained, “The team is made up of a bunch of ded- icated guys who want to swim.” “We had tremendous team spirit because of all the hours we spent prac- ticing. We spent more time at the pool than at home,” Jerry Foley, Captain, said. Neil Youngs’ “Comes A Time’’ was chosen this year as their theme song. It was played often during prac- tices and prior to meets, while the team psyched-up. Although much of its time was spent practicing, the team also found ways to al- lieviate some pressure. Be- fore each meet several swimmers would help to psych their teammates with shouts of encouragement. Workouts were rigorous for all team members. Be- side the traditional weight lifting and strings of timed laps to build endurance, ex- tra practice sessions were required of all swimmers. One-and-a-half hour work- outs took place each morn- ing before school, and sev- eral hours of the day during vacations were spent in the pool. Johann Wennborg, an ex- change student from Swe- den, had his first ex- perience as a member of a swim team at Farmingdale. Wennborg explained, Since joining the team I’ve gotten much better. I’ve met many people through this team and I like it. Boys’ Swimming (11-2-1) F.H.S. 114 Wantagh 57 57 Plainview Kennedy 27 45 Hewlett 38 111 Jericho 60 99 Westbury 66 67 Plainview 104 108 Great Neck North 64 98 Great Neck South 74 72 Long Beach 99 86 Bethpage 86 96 Cold Spring Harbor 73 99 Mepham Kennedy 62 102 Garden City 65 100 Hicksville 71 Left: Intense concentration is essential for Mike Cano as he prepares for a back dive. Boys'Swimming 111 Professional Sports in Review Athletic contests of any type appeal to one s com- petitive nature. Professional sports, therefore, have al- ways been popular among youngsters and teenagers, as well as adults. This year a unique event that caught the public's eye was the 1980 Olympics; a special series of athletic events that are played every four years. Only the most highly talented athletes of each country enter into this ultimate test of skill in the most extremely competitive of contests. Eric Heiden, American speedskater, set a new record by winning five gold medals in the Lake Placid Winter Olympics. Also in Olympic action, the United States Hockey Team scored more than just goals with American public. They went undefeated throughout the season and a major victory over Russia, enabled them to qualify for the finals. A gold medal was won by beating Finland 4-2. Cathy Orobona, senior, com- mented, I think the Olym- pics was the only exciting thing on television this year.'1 There was also exciting action in pro ball. The Su- perbowl brought a rousing victory for the Pittsburgh Steelers, when they plowed over the Los Angeles Rams for a final score of 31-19. Commenting on profes- sional football, was Jeff Above Middle: The NBC television station covered the Orange Bowl in Florida, when the Steelers played the Cowboys. Above: Fans of the Dallas Cowboys know they can expect dazzling and beautiful half-time entertainment with the Dallas Cheerleaders. Top Right During the Superbowl, the Pittsburg Steelers huddle as they discuss game plans and strategy. Right: The rainy weather is of little concern to the NBC Sportscasters, as they pay full attention to the game from the sidelines. 112 Professional Sports Cooper, senior, Tm rooting for the New York Giants be- cause I like the under- dogs.” Another Pittsburgh team won the 1979 World Series. The Pirates defeated the Baltimore Orioles by a nar- row 4-3. I think it was an excellent World Series ex- cept for the rain and cold weather. I was happy to see the Pirates come back and win the last three games,” Mr. DiFrancisco, baseball coach, stated. Lett: During one of the many exciting Islander games, an impatient Eddie Westfall faces off against the Atlanta team. Below: Displaying the awesome calf and thigh muscles that made them champions. Beth and Eric Heiden roll powerfully through a summer workout on four-wheelers Above Left: Skating down the ice. Bobby Nystrom goes after the puck. Left: The New York Yankees Shortstop. Russell Bucky Dent, was hailed Most Valuable Player, when his team swept away the 1978 World Series title. Far Left: While the Mets take on the Chicago Cubs at Shea Stadium. Ron Hodges (42) is up at bat after Steve Henderson Professional Sports 113 OPINIONS What are the rewards of participating in sports? . . . Physical satisfication . . . It’s nice to win, but you must accept your loses. Brendan Wilcox, junior I run in Winter track and it’s some- thing that really teaches you to per- servere, you can’t give in to the agony. Jane Jacobs, junior I had always wanted to be in high school sports and in ninth grade I finally got my chance. I was on varsity swimming, basketball, and J.V. softball and since tenth grade I’ve been on swimming, volleyball, basketball, and J.V. softball. Al- though I’ve been involved in swim- ming the longest, basketball is my favorite. I love playing all sports and I get many things out of them. I get enjoyment, the thrill of victory, pride, and a lot of self-satisfication knowing that I’ve done my best . . . There is very, very much time and energy spent in practicing for a sport. You really have to be dedi- cated and want it, to spend all your time on it. No matter what the end results are, it is always worth it, especially if the results are good ... I am planning to play basketball in college next year. At first I wasn’t sure, but with all the opportunities open they are hard to pass by. I am playing because of my love for it, but also so I can have a good edu- cation for very little money ... I do not plan a career related to sports, mainly because I don’t want to. Ac- tually, I never even thought about it when searching for a possible ca- reer. I think it would take all the fun and enjoyment out of it. Chris Lathuras, senior Sports are very fulfilling. They give its participants a sense of com- petitiveness, and of the school spir- it and pride. Sports should be taken seriously, but the enjoyment aspect of each game should be main- tained. Karen Lisk, senior In track, while you’re running, you think of all the time and sweat you’ve put in and you run harder .. . I’ll continue in college if I get a scholarship for the sport. Carol Abato, sophomore Some coaches just don’t care. They’re in it for the prestige. These coaches don’t treat you as an indi- vidual, they only care about their team looking good. anonymous Practices are long, but all your friends are there, anyway without it we can’t win. Betty Ann Rauff, junior I’m a runner. I run cross country, winter and spring track. I took up running to help me get into the school I hope to attend. I just start- ed this year, and the only thing I'm sorry about is that I didn’t start much sooner ... I can honestly say I enjoy running. Since I started run- ning I feel much better and strong- er than I ever have before. Running is also a good way to relax. When I run I forget about things that are bothering me ... I think that any- one who is seriously interested in running believes that practice is worthwhile. With practice comes improvement and that is the goal of any runner — to improve. After all, most people have to improve to win, or to stay on top ... If I am capable, I hope to continue with running in college. I enjoy it and find it to be very challenging. Paul Ciesco, senior I play sports for the com- petitiveness. After a game we feel like we’ve done something. We have spirit especially in basketball, because we’re one of the top teams on Long Island. Chris Ihm, junior Practices don’t really matter. It all depends on whether your spirit is in it. Gerilyn Martucci, soph- omore I play basketball, tennis and softball . . . we get a feeling of accom- plishment after a game and win or lose we go sick either way. Mary Zipper, junior . . . an improvement in my physical condition . . . practice was a lot of fun and a chance to improve play- ing skills. Barbara Camp, senior Above: In his routine on the rings, gymnast Bill Douglas displays strength and concentration. 114 Opinions Above: During gym class, Aaron Cano demonstrates one of the best ways to stay physically fit. I get a lot of enjoyment playing for the high school teams, its very exciting. It’s one of the best ways to get good competition between two teams. I love to beat Berner and Syosset ... I al- ways feel great after we win, I always say we’re the best, and I love to prove it. Losing isn’t so bad. I always look back at a team we had that was great, like football. Then I feel we’re still the best . . . sometimes it seems the more work you put into it, the less it pays off. For volleyball, we stayed until 5:30 and we only won one game. We stayed till 4:30 for basketball and came in third. For softball, we were out of here by 3:15 and came in first ... I think I’m going to be a physical education teacher, but I’m not sure. Susan Barbari, junior To be a good at anything, one must work hard at it, but as long as he likes it, it’s worth it. In an individual sport such as track, the satisfaction re- ceived from competition is great. As one gets himself in shape he feels very good just walking around. Athlet- ics give a person the chance to ex- press himself, since he can show his courage, strength and perseverence I would like to go to a college which doesn’t stress victories, but rather the personal gains one acquires. If this were the situation, I would definitely continue my athletic participation for my personal growth. Jim Lavelle, junior After losing an important game, I feel that if we had tried harder and had excuted all the right plays, there would have been no reason to lose, but if we didn’t I feel depressed, an- noyed and angry . . . the energy which is spent in practice is worth the time since the ability to play well only comes from hard work and practice. Shelley Warren, senior It feels good when the things you’ve done at practice can be executed well on the court, especially when you win, it feels like its worth it . . . It’s great to win and nobody likes losing, but if you tried your best, what can you do? . . . The coach has to be concerned with the athlete as an individual. A lot of time is spent by a player working on her weakness and developing her skills, it makes for a better overall team effort ... I’d like to play basket- ball in college or at least work with in some way. I really don't want to give it up after high school. Kris Farrell, junior . . . you meet a lot of great kids, you learn sportsmanship, and most of all you get a good feeling about yourself. You feel glad that you could be a part of a team and contribute something to this great school ... of course, you feel like all your hard work was well worth it. When you lose it hurts. You feel empty, and it seems your work was for nothing. But, if you really know deep down that you gave it all you had, you’ve got nothing to be ashamed of. Kim O’Connor, sophomore I play baseball and hockey and would sure love to be able to play both in college. My ultimate goal in life is to play one of these professionally, how- ever, if I don’t, I plan to study law. Dan Collins, junior Opinions 115 Fitness Inspires Leisure Athletes Farmingdale's teams have a reputation for ex- cellence in sports, but there were numerous athletes in the school who were never seen on the playing fields. Many health conscious stu- dents who had little or no free time after school be- cause of a job or club activ- ities, could often be seen during their free period ei- ther jogging around the track, or hitting a handball. I jog to keep my weight down, especially when I'm in school and I can't get out that much. It helps burn up extra calories,” Christine Kwiatkowski, senior, said. Over the weekends, dur- ing the summer and throughout the school year, many students spent their free time enjoying games of tennis, handball, or frisbee. When the weather is nice, I bring my tennis rack- et to school and play during my free period,” Joe Kes- tenbaum, senior, com- mented. Playing handball is a lot of fun and it's good ex- ercise. It's also pretty com- petitive when you get into it, Mary Raguso, senior, stated. Although someone tossing a frisbee might not seem very athletic com- pared to a basketball or hockey player, leisure sports fans take their activi- ties very seriously. It's just like any other sport you play, Raguso added. You have to stick with it if you're really going to stay in shape. Her feelings were apparently shared by many, because almost all year round students could be seen improving their physi- cal fitness and having a lot of fun at the same time. Above Right: A few minutes between classes is enough time for Scott Klein to flip a frisbee to a friend. Above: Students play handball after school in the boy's gym. Right: While enjoying a nice day. Lisa Hall jogs around the track to stay in shape. _________2_______ 116 Leisure Sports Left: During her free period, AnnMarie Nolan plays frisbee in the courtyard. Above: Willie Alaimo. Steve Jones, and Len Insalaco get together after school to throw around a football. Left: Despite the cool weather. Bob Young and Mike Petritus enjoy a game of paddleball on the school court. Leisure Sports 117 Right: Wrestlers. Ron Heller. Al Calabrese. Bob McDanels. Tom Henn. and Charlie Ross consider the possibilities of a win during the North Shore match. Below Right: Assistant Lacrosse coach Budd Krumenacker and Coach Bob Hartranft watch intently for the outcome of the game Below: During gym class. Steve Higgins displays the strain from working on the weight machine. 118 Sports Wrap-up Daler Teams Continue to Win Top Left: The grafettied ticket booth, behind the school, serves as a morale booster. When Daler fans attended a game, match or meet, what they saw was a team playing a game according to a standard set of rules. They also saw that team working, sweating com- peting and putting forth its best effort in order to win. But what the average fan may not have thought about, is the most crucial aspect of every sport: the hours of preparation and training behind each game. Bill Naslonski, senior, tn reference to football, said, During the season we practiced for about three hours a day, five days a week for three months, and I was training for about a month before the season started.” The individual strength and stamina of each athlete was unique unto himself and his team. It was neces- sary for the individual to have made sacrifices, so that the team did not. The usual daily practices were spent drilling manu- evers and strategy, as well as building muscular coor- dination. People seldom re- alized the mental anguish which each athlete ex- perienced when the coach did not like what he saw at practice, or especially when the individual felt that he did not measure up to his fullest potential. Occasionally many ath- letes experienced a lull or slump for a variety of rea- sons, ranging from sus- tained injuries to mental fa- tigue. The reasons for the suc- cess of an individual were as different as the individ- uals themselves: for some it was personal gain, others enjoyed the competition, and still others needed to expend their stored physi- cal energy. The world of sports is extremely competitive. To some it is an escape from the real world. To others it is a way into college with a scholarship,” Shelley War- ren, senior, explained. Year after year, whether practices go well or not, Farmingdale’s teams are expected to be winners. Year after year there is an abundance of individual tal- ent, which provides for the making of a winning team. The Dalers and their fans have good reason to claim that Farmingdale is number one. Top Right: Dalerette Mary Raguso is despondent over the football teams' loss to Sewanaka Above: During a break at football practice. Tony Tardalo encourages team spirit. Sports Wrap-up 119 Above: Covered with a football jacket, Theresa Mangieri nods off on a Commons bench 120 Seniors IN DEPTH Although senior year came equipped with the ag- gravation and tension of college application dead- lines, interviews, long await- ed acceptances and un- wanted denials, it was vir- tually a year of rest for most seniors. Senior privileges, electives, and senioritis helped to dispell the ten- sion and anxiety and made college and future planning less of an ordeal. This section is not merely a panel of faces. Along with profiles of classmates with special interests and achievements, an In Depth article depicts the reaction to legalized privileges that new eighteen year olds are now faced with. Senior opinions also respond to the fears of newly found personal responsibilities and independence. If it were not for the indi- vidual expressions, talents and personalities of each student, a school would be only a edifice. A school is its people. Seniors 121 Below: Chris Moroney Coaching Utilizes Spare Time Spending her free time advising and coaching seven-year-old soccer en- thusiasists and cheerleaders was Chris Moroney's favorite activity in her senior year. The children Chris coached were participants in the Farmingdale Wol- verines and Hawks. For fifteen hours a week and on weekends, through the spring, summer and fall, she could be seen at Heiser Lane or Howitt Junior High helping the children train. My biggest job was to show the children they have certain responsibilities, and to help them like themselves as well as others,” Chris explained. Chris prefers to coach the six and seven-year-old soccer athletes be- cause that sport gives them more of an opportunity to participate. She feels that her hobby is very mean- ingful and productive. “I love working with little kids and I try to make sure that they are happy with what they are doing, and that they don’t get hurt. With plans for attending the Farm- ingdale Agricultural School, Chris would like to pursue a career imme- diately related to children. My volun- teer activity is certainly giving me the experience I need for the future, she stated. Joanne Abbruscato Rick Abel Philip Abshire Gerard Achenbach Walter Adamchik Linda Adamo Mary Addeo Warren Adler Edward Ahern Monica Ahern William Alaimo llene Albert Ralph Alfano Scott Algeo Donna Allen Barbara Allgier Jerry Almedina Kenneth Altabef Michael Alvarez Nelson Alvarez 122 Seniors Linda Ambrose Rosemary Amereno Nicolas Amoruso Josephine Ancona Gerard Andersen Lynn Anderson JoAnn Anselmo Laura Antlick Robert Arena Marie Argento Ronald Argento Toni Argento Monique Arian Maureen Arico Doreen Armstrong Dean Aronowitz Adam Aschkenas Joann Aspromonte Paul Atlas Paul Attanasio Mary Anne Augart Kelly Austin Above: Debating the answers to that morning’s English Quiz. Charlie Reichel gives a listening ear to Frank Sposato. Seniors 123 Laurie Austin Lisa Avallone Michael Avallone Anthony Badalamenti Jean Balogh Joseph Barbuto Robert Barca Debra Barrett Maureen Barry Richard Bartlett Maureen Bartolomeo Patricia Bates Roy Bauer Walter Baumann Barbara Begeal Diana Beirne Paul Bello John Belsito Christopher Beltrani Laurie Bender Above: Anthony Febo. Joseph Toreo. Ray Flood, and Joe McConville. 124 Seniors Below: Painter Greg Carman displays his unusual working attire. § Young Businessman Launches Career Most people who own businesses are over twenty-five, but for Greg Car- man, a seventeen year old senior with his own painting business, age is not a barrier to business success. After his two cousins left for col- lege, Greg took over the business of painting homes and small businesses, including the Sosa Real Estate Agency. Although his business is not advertised or licensed, Greg states, I do the job just as well as an estab- lished professional would, and at low- er rates.” Greg doesn’t plan to continue this as a career, but for now he is saving it to help pay his college expenses. “During the spring and fall, when I’m not swimming or life guarding, the painting keeps my busy. The extra money isn’t bad to have around ei- ther,” Greg commented. Greg feels confident about future business endeavors after using this occupation as a learning experience. “With this job I learn how to deal with all kinds of people, and the responsi- bility in financial matters it gives me will be a great asset with whatever future occupation I choose.” Michael Benes Heather Benn Elissa Benninger Theodore Beresford Bambi Berg Christine Bergmann Robert Bergsten Colleen Bernard Stephen Bernardo Lisa Bernhardt Robert Bernstein Katrin Besser Janeen Bianco Russell Bier Michelle Birthwright Cynthia Bishop Bernard Blanchard Lina Bobelis Keith Bogart Cynthia Bohne Seniors 125 Below: Sound advice from a Fordham University representative was taken heed by Christine Kwiatkowski and Marc Demas. Evan Boltin Diane Bonafede John Bonini Debbie Booth Denise Booth Gerard Borgo Kevin Borysewicz Karen Botsch Paul Botta Robert Bonser Kevin Bracken Jill Brem Steven Brem Louis Brienza Paul Broderick Coralynne Brown John Brown Lisa Ann Brown Debra Bruno Gregory Brzezinski Robert Buch Jeffrey Buchheit Paul Buerkle Laura Burkhardt Catherine Burmeister Kenneth Burns 126 Seniors Joseph Byrnes Henry Cadena Sharon Cahill Anthony Caliendo Joseph Caliguri Elaine Callahan Iris Carrier Barbara Camp Robert Campanella Matthew Campbell Luis Campos Lori Canestraro Mary Ann Cannone Michael Cano Deborah Capone Patrice Capone Striving For A Place In World Championships Above: Joann Noll hopes and dreams of becoming a world figure skater While many students roller skate to disco music, one prefers a more con- servative style. Instead, senior Joann Noll can be seen at the Bay Shore Roller Rink skating to the sound of the waltz. Joann has been involved in com- petitive skating for the past eight years and has earned numerous trophies and medals. She and her partner compete for their roller rink against many other couples from the metropolitan area. Occupying much of her time, she practices from 2:30 to 7:00 each day except weekends during which the hours expand to between 7:30 and 1:30. Lessons three times a week are also necessary to reach her very high goals. “I am aiming to compete in the National Championships in July and if I succeed in this, I’ll strive for com- peting in the World Championships held in Portugal,” Joann commented. Although she’s planning to attend vocational school on the future, Joann is more than content presently. “I love all the time I spend roller skat- ing; it’s fun, the people are great!” Seniors 127 Below: Goalie Kevin Kiendle anxiously awaits the puck. Self-Sacrifices Earn Self-Esteem A lot of students complain about getting up at six a.m. on school days, but for senior Kevin Kiendle, the alarm rings much earlier. As a player on the Suffolk County Royals hockey team, he must practice at four a.m. each day. Kevin, who has played hockey for eight years, is also on the high school team, and he has been honored many times for his skill. He won “The Out- standing Goalie Award each of the last three years, and was named “Most Valuable Player” two years ago. Hockey is not only very time con- suming, but it is also a very expensive sport. “Registration costs two hun- dred dollars, and the price of my equipment last season was over one thousand dollars,” Kevin commented. His love fo the game makes the cost worthwhile, however. Playing on the Royals can be interesting, because twenty-four of the forty games take place in Massachusetts. Kevin is undecided about his plans for the future, but he is sure that he wants to be on the hockey team at whatever college he chooses. James Caraciolo John Cardito Gregory Carman Anthony Carnesi John Carlson JoAnn Castro David Cates Kenneth Cawley Diane Cenci Sandra Chabza Annette Chapman Danny Charleston Caryn Cherry Michael Cherry Santa Chillemi Gary Chipurnoi Thomas Christ Connie Ciervo Paul Ciesco Ronald Cione 128 Seniors Above: Nan Selman cleans up after the Thanksgiving Feast Christopher Cirone Deborah Clages Gerard Clifford John Clyne Mark Cody Eileen Cohen Marc Cohen Steven Cohen Lenore Colletti Brian Colquhoun Michael Condon Jeffrey Cooper Mary Jean Corbett Maria Costa Theresa Costanzo Thomas Costello Kenneth Cottrell Steven Cozzetto Leslie Crane Debbie Cremers Frank Crivillaro Maureen Cunningham Anthony Curreri Janine Czarnec Linda Dagnessa Michelle Dalton Seniors 129 James Daly Peter Damp Marlene D’Angelo Patricia Daunt Rosemarie Davids John Davis Michael DeAlto Franklin DeFiore James DeFrancisco Glenn Deitsch Kevin Delaney Charles DellAquila David Delligatti Daniel Delucia Donna DeMaio Connie Demas Marc Demas JoAnn DeRienzo Maria DeRosa Lawrence DeSanto Patricia DeSimone Julie Desrochers Below: Before entering the college fair, Matthew Campbell. Jimmy Edwards, and Herman Suseven stop to collect pamphlets and information. 130 Seniors Barbara Devereaux Pedro Diez Michael DiBartolo Richard DiBernardo Frank DiCicco Kenneth Dickinson Philip DiDomenico Barbara Diebner Patte Diem Karen Dillon Michael DiLucca Edward DiSanza Lisa Dittmar Josephine Doerbecker Michael Doller Suzanne Domni John Dooley Karen Dorber Michael Dorman Kara Dougherty Above: Dressed in her Kimono. Michelle Osterfeld displays Japanese attire. Junior Year in the Orient Many students dream of traveling to foreign countries, but for most the dreams never become a reality. Mich- elle Osterfeld. however, spent her en- tire junior year in Sakata. Japan as a Rotary Club exchange student. Aside from adjusting to school Mon- day through Saturday, strict school dress codes, and sleeping on a mat. Michelle had a difficult time learning the Japanese language. “It took me at least six months until I was able to carry on a decent conversation with anyone. she commented. In keeping with the Rotary Club procedure. Michelle spent her stay in several spots. She lived for three or four months at a time with three dif- ferent families, and then spent a week with a Buddist monk and two at a teacher’s home. Michelle grew very close to her hosts and still keeps in close touch with them. Although the experience has pro- vided lifelong memories, the most im- portant end result was a new sense of ethnic appreciation. “My experience of being an exchange student has given me a much broader outlook on people and made me less prejudiced about unfamiliar ideas and customs. Seniors 131 William Douglass Brian Driscoll Patricia Duggan Douglas Dunn Cullen Dykas Robert Dysart Steven Easterbrook Laura Eberling Roy Edling Jacqueline Edwards James Edwards Jeffrey Eichenlaub Lisa Eisemann Bruce Eisenberg Jeffrey Eng William Engelmann Nancy Engler Frank Eppolito Nicholas Eppolito Fred Epstein Edward Erickson Melanie Ericson Ann Eugenio Above: The camera captures a very photogenic side of Linda Reilly. 132 Seniors Heller Wins Thorpe Award Below: Thorpe Award presented to Ronnie Heller. Although there are numerous awards for professional football play- ers, most high school stars go vir- tually unrecognized. The Thorpe Award is designed to honor the most outstanding high school football play- er in Nassau County. Ronnie Heller was this year’s recipient, only the sec- ond Daler to receive the award. Due to a knee injury, Ronnie played little football as a sophomore and jun- ior. As a healthy senior, he doubled at tight end on offensive and defensive end. Ronnie credits his coaches as instrumental in his winning the Thorpe Award. “My coaches helped me tre- mendously to make up for the time lost while injured, Ronnie com- mented. He is equally appreciative of his teammates. “They made it easy to do my job. I was lucky to have played with such a great bunch of guys.” One might think winning awards would raise Heller s head above the clouds, but Ronnie’s feet are planted firmly on the ground. He plans to at- tend college to study criminal justice, then become a New York State police officer. Coach Snyder confided, “We’re sure Ronnie will have no trouble going from the defensive line to the line of blue.’’ Eric Evensen Mary Ezzo Paul Fannelli Nancy Farbizio David Farrell Glyn Fasano Anthony Febo Robert Feeney Pamela Fehl Les Feiner James Fellman Douglas Ferber Vladimir Fernandez Albert Ferrante Jacquelin Ferrara Loriann Ferrara Neil Ferrara Salvatore Ferrara Karin Ferrero James Ferro Seniors 133 Below: Chris Robinson awaits advice from his guidance counselor. First Hand Experience In Iran Although most Americans knew a little about Iran from hearing about the exiled Shah, it wasn’t until the embassy in Tehran was taken over that people started learning about that country. Senior Chris Robinson, however, knew a lot about the Iranian society because he lived in Isfahan, Iran for three years. Chris spent four years abroad, but the last three were in Iran, where his father taught at the American school Chris attended. The Robinsons lived in an American compound with 1000 people from Grumman. The com- pound was surrounded by soldiers, and the Americans were not allowed out after eight p.m. It was difficult adusting to such restrictions because Americans are used to so much free- dom,” Chris commented. Although he did not actually live among the Iranians, he was on a soc- cer team that traveled throughout the country, so he learned a lot about the culture and people. Because of our country’s conflict with Iran this knowl- edge seems especially impressive, but it was Chris’s exposure to foreign so- cieties in general that made his years abroad so worthwhile, because it gave him a better understanding of different cultures than most Ameri- cans will ever have. Charles Fetter Paul Fetter Patricia Fickeissen Laura Fiedler Patrick Finn Pamela Fishel Rochelle Fishman Edward Flanagan Dorothy Fleming Raymond Flood Robert Florio Gerard Foley Stephen Foresta Carolyn Fornabaio Thomas Franco 134 Seniors June Franke Judith Freshour Randi Freidlander Heidi Frobart Stuart Furbush Martin Gagliardi Deborah Gaissert Francine Galfano Nancy Galgano Rosemarie Gallagher Harold Galm Mary Ann Galpine Edward Gambella Laurie Gambino Eugene Gamblin John Gannon Nancy Gannon Michael Garcia Deborah Garofano Debbi Genetin James Genoy Seniors 135 Mario German Linda Giacona Anthony Giammarinaro Nicholas Giaramita Geraldine Gigliano Daryl Lyn Giglio Heidi Glade Matthew Glascott Eric Glickman Maria Godas Andrew Gohn Steven Goldstein Tricia Goodwin Dan Gorczycki Peter Gott Joe Grady Kenneth Graf Douglas Graham Myrna Grandal Richard Gray Salvatrice Grazia Nicholas Greco 136 Seniors Soccer’s Been Very Good to Mauricio Below: A usual smile is shown on the face of exchange student Mauricio Pachdn. % wi -■ iT With everyone concerned about student apathy, it’s refreshing to find someone who wants to be involved in everything going on in school. Mau- ricio Pachbn, an exchange student from Colombia, was just that kind of active student, participating in every event he could. Not everyone would agree with Mauricio’s belief that everything about this school is great, but his explan- ation was that the people here are wonderful. “The people at school were always friendly and they made me feel comfortable and welcome.” Having played soccer in Colombia since he was very young, Mauricio was eager to join the varsity squad. He played as a toward, and his skill added a lot to the team. Although he wasn’t on any other teams, Mauricio made an effort to attend all the games and lend his support. Although Mauricio received no credit in his Colombian school for his year here, and had to repeat the work when he returned home, he felt the experience was worthwhile. When it was time to leave in January, Mau- ricio’s parting comments were “I hate to leave because I am really going to miss everybody.” Jennifer Greenberg Michael Greene Thomas Gregg Theresa Gregorovic Peter Grell Karen Grob Amy Grumet Lucie Guerra Jeffrey Guetta Nancy Gutierrez Robert Gutierrez Bernard Haebich Susan Haff Marianne Hahn Lisa Hall Beryl Hamilton Laura Hamilton Melissa Hamilton Maureen Handley Doreen Hannon Seniors 137 Political Activist Involved with Party Below: Young democrat, Adam Aschkenas waits for the bell to ring to go to his next class. Participating in the political party of one’s choice is an important aspect of the American election process. In keeping with this tradition, Adam Aschkenas has become an active member of the Young Democrats of the Town of Oyster Bay. The goal of the Young Democrats is to recruit 800 members and get 10,000 signatures on a petition. The object of the petition is to bring about a more comprehensive government through zoning,” Adam explained. If we succeed it will give the Young Democrats a high status image, and candidates will want us to back them.” Within his first three weeks in the organization, Adam’s efforts nearly doubled the membership, and he was soon nominated for a seat on the Board of Executive. Adam plans to continue his educa- tion at Hofstra, studying political sci- ence, history and philosophy. After college he wants to pursue a career in government adminstration. Al- though Adam feels it is his civic duty to belong to Young Democrats, he also knows the experience will be very beneficial in his future political en- deavors. Kathleen Hansen Barbara Hare Lisa Harloff Richard Hartmann Carolyn Harvey Alison Hasman Peter Hassett Robert Hawkins Catherine Heckman Ronnie Heller Karen Henkel Thomas Henn Laurie Hert Michael Hickey James Hicks Stephen Higgins Mitchell Hipp Debbie Hodne Donna Hoffman Regina Hollwedel 138 Seniors Above: Despite the early hour of homeroom, Barbara Allgier appears ready for the day’s activities. Steven Holtzman Arthur Holzknecht Richard Horn George Hovorka Kenneth Huff Diane Hunt Regina Hurban Thomas Hurd David Hylka Lucille laboni Lenore ladevaia Gregory Ingram Frank Inniss Leonard Insalaco Stephen Israel Annmarie Jackson Maria Jacoby Sharon James Seniors 139 Popularity Increases Peer Pressure By the time they reach high school, most students have had plenty of ex- perience with peer pressure. It starts as early as elementary school, where anyone not conforming to the stand- ard dress code can face cruel teasing or complete ostracism. It occurs again through Junior High, when many im- portant decisions, such as whether to begin smoking or drinking, are made with the strong influence of friends. Once they are beyond Senior High, many students feel they are beyond the stage where peer pressure affects them, but the fact that they still want to be an accepted part of the group can be seen in the way they dress, their choice of hangouts, or their opinions on contemporary issues. This need to be accepted is what makes people so susceptible to peer pressure. To be on the outside of a group looking in, is one of the lonliest positions imaginable, and to avoid finding themselves in that situation, many people will go along with some- thing they don’t necessarily agree with. It is for this reason that peer pressure is looked upon as something bad, especially by parents. The clas- sic case of a teenager whose first cigarette was a result of nagging by peers, serves as a constant reminder to parents trying to make their chil- dren stick to their own beliefs. For many students, it takes time to realize they can find acceptance even when they don't go along with every- one else. One of the greatest factors in convincing them, is the presence of open minded friends, who enjoy a new outlook and a little individuality. Diane Siclari, senior, commented. The reason my friends and I get along so well, is because we accept each other for what we are.” There is a subtle amount of peer pressure among people of nearly any age group, but once they realize they don’t have to go along with any of it, most people can learn to blend their ideas with the popular ones, and be much better rounded individuals as a result. Jeffrey Jaramillo Christine Johnson Cindy Johnson Laurie Johnson Nancy Johnston Rosemary Jones Steven Jones Joel Jorgensen Virginia Joseph Frank Jovine Richard Kaiser Elizabeth Kalten David Kass Donna Kaye Roger Keim 140 Seniors Cathy Keith Leonard Kelch Mason Keller Kathleen Kelly Nancy Kelting Rosemarie Kenney Kathleen Kenny Joanne Kerschbaum Joseph Kestenbaum Thomas Kester Kevin Kiendle Andrew Kilanowski Maureen Kilduff Gary King Thomas King Patricia Kinney Scott Klein Carolyn Kline Peter Klopfer Charles Koabel Donna Kowalchik Alice Kopcha Evelyn Korzendorfer Laurie Kovacs Seniors 141 Ann Kozak Andrew Kramer Scott Krammer Frank Krebs Lori Kreussling Diana Krug Helen Krug Lori Kunz Barbara Kunze Kathy Kuras Christine Kwiatkowski Vincent Labbate Suzanne Labitzke Joan Lackner Margaret Lagano Tammy Lamb Theresa Lamb Gerard Lang Ann Lankford Kelly Lanzo Valerie LaPlaca Christine Lathuras 142 Seniors Visiting Student Discovers New Culture The English language is said to be the most difficult of all languages. Al- though Yuka Sato, Japanese ex- change student, studied English in Ja- pan before coming to Farmingdale, she still found it difficult to talk with people. Two dictionaries were carried at all times to help her when commu- nications broke down. Yuka also took evening classes at Howitt to improve her English. Yuka found it interesting to com- pare the American and Japanese school systems. She found the stu- dent-teacher relationship to be much closer in Japan. In Japan the teach- ers also play the role of our parents, so we are much closer to them, Sato cited. Although the high school is one of Long Island’s largest, she took a liking to its size and the amount of freedom students have. While in Japan, Yuka had high hopes of becoming an exchange stu- dent. I felt it was a chance to meet interesting people and to be close with people from a different country. By attending the school she helped many students learn about a culture totally different from our own. Darene Laughton Linda Ledford Kenneth Leftakes Jacqueline Leone Linda Leone James Lepano James Leroux Terry Lester Jeannine Lettiere Andrew Levine Karalyn Levy Mindy Levy Michelle Licastro Sarah Liehlich Robert Link Ronald Lipori Karen Lisk Philip LoNigro Michael Loos Rolando Lopez Seniors 143 Right: A quiet moment is utilized by Lori Kreussling as her artistic ability is expressed in the informal school. Karen Lorenzen Salvatore LoVerde Margaret Lucchese Kurt Ludwig Charles Luick Jacqueline Lyons Marguerite Macagnone Mary Lou Macari Joyce MacCallum Lisa Maggio Ellen Magnan Jayne Mahoney Stephen Mahoney Stephanie Mailman Maria Maione Stephen Makely Kevin Makuskie Lori Malkin Marie Maloney Theresa Mangieri 144 Seniors Bruce Mangio Glen Mann Steve Manzione Anthony Mariani Kathleen Marino Salvatore Marino Glenn Mark Karen Markland Gary Marmaro David Martens Kathleen Martin Maureen Marzagalli Patricia Mason Brian Mazzeo Mike McAlpine Thomas McCaffrey Susan McCann Joe McConville Robert McDanel Thomas McDonough Graduating Into the Eighties For many students, graduating sig- nifies the arrival of “The Future. For the class of 1980, graduation also sig- nifies the arrival of a new decade along with new opportunities and re- sponsibilities. “I like the idea of being the first graduating class of a new decade, Bruce Weiner, senior, said. It makes me feel excited and optimistic to know that I’m going to be a part of the changes that may take place within the next ten years.” Political happenings of the sev- enties served to impress upon stu- dents an awareness of current affairs. With the Iran Crisis, Presidental Elec- tion and other Political Issues carried over from the seventies, seniors be- gan to realize that they will be called upon to actively take part in the events of the eighties. Whether they are attending college or seeking employment, each senior also had to find and review the op- portunities that will be open to them during the eighties. According to Kurt Ludwig, senior, “Because of the tech- nological advances that have been made in recent years, there will be new facets of business. Older people won’t have the knowledge that the young people will have for the new jobs.” Thanks to the women’s move- ment we ll have numerous opportu- nities for women in all fields, espe- cially business, Barbara Camp, sen- ior, stated. During the 1980’s, graduating sen- iors will also gain numerous responsi- bilities as they first turn 18 and then 21 years of age. Among these respon- sibilities will be those of an adult, the right to vote in four presidential elec- tions and being able to legally drink. Every student is uncertain about what the future holds for them, but for the graduating seniors of 1980, The Future of their dreams has arrived. Seniors 145 Lisa McGrath Thomas McGuirk Linda McKenzie Dorothea McLoughlin Barbara McNamara Miles McNamee Audrey McNulty Christopher Meade Jacqueline Mege Thomas Meier Joanne Melito William Meo Ralph Messana Andy Messina Stephen Messina Judith Miller Pam Miller Christine Moffett Anthony Mogavero Margaret Montany Kara Montgomery Kathleen Mooney Susan Moran Gina Mordiglia Christine Moroney Barbara Morton 146 Seniors Doreen Muldoon Lisa Mule Dana Muller Diana Muller Maria Munaco Edward Murphy Michelle Murphy Joseph Murray Donald Musso Christopher Myrato Manuel Nash William Naslonski Paul Neiman Cathy Nelson Maria Nerantzinis Dolores Neufeld Diana Nicifora Diana Niesig AnnMarie Nolan John Nolan Seniors 147 JoAnn Noll Gary Nowakowski Patricia O’Brien Patricia O’Brien Noreen O’Connor Mary O’Dea Catherine Oliveri Francesca Oliveri Eric Olsen Roland Olsewski Catherine Orobona Linda Ortiz Michelle Osterfeld John O’Sullivan Theresa O’Sullivan Deirdre Owen Krista Pabst Mauricio Pachori Robert Page Daniel Palino Ralph Palotta Richard Palubin 148 Seniors Below: A pleasant conservation is shared by Cathy Orobona and Heather Benn while they enjoy the day's hot lunch. Roberto Paluzzi Michael Papagno Paul Parente Lisa Partenza Ann Pascuzzo Keri Pasquariello Barbara Pastor Jamie Paterson Barbara Pellegrini Derrick Penn Frederick Penna Patricia Pennino Jacqueline Pepe John Percudani Joseph Perettine Roberta Perrone Joseph Persampire Pasquala Petrera Peter Phalen Marcy Phillips Paul Piazza James Pittelli Seniors 149 AnnaMarie Placa Donna Poorman Christina Porcelli Diane Porpora Lisa Posillico Lori Posillico Richard Powell Michelle Powers Ellen Price Peter Prinzivalli Lisa Pristina Gerard Proefriedt Joanne Pucciarelli Karen Queen Brian Quinn Julie Quinn Ruth Quinn Sheila Quinn Tom Quinn William Quinn John Raad Mary Raguso Susan Rand David Recinos Charles Reichel 150 Seniors Above: Free period antics are displayed in the commons by Marc Cohen. Mike Cano, and Jim Pitelli. James Reichel Patricia Reidlinger Kevin Reifert Linda Reilly Renee Regula Jon Renault Paulette Rich Sandra Riegner Arthur Reihl Joseph Rimland Stephen Rindos Joseph Rios Joanne Rizzi Frank Rissuto Victoria Robitzek Seniors 151 Michelle Romano Roy Romano Maria Romeo Michele Rosa Laurie Ross Linda Rotter Gregory Rouse Anna Rouvas Lynda Rowan Peter Rubenacker John Rugen Cindy Rupprecht Richard Russo Mary Rutkowski Sharon Rybacki John Sabal Gary Sadowsky Theresa Sadowski Candi Salvato Annette Santana Kathy Santoro Michael Sardinia Mary Studded and Ronnie Heller while studying. 152 Seniors Matrimony Still Pi Confronting the questions posed by marriage is a difficult task for most students. Many issues must be con- sidered when it comes to deciding on this potential part of everyone’s fu- ture. Until recently, marriage was the only decent way for consenting adults to live. Our society has become more open minded, however, and living to- gether is gaining widespread accept- ance. The freedom associated with living together attracts many young people, but the moral issues involved keep it from being an easy decision. “Maybe I’m old fashioned, but I just don’t think it is right,” Lorraine She- zzles Seniors del, senior, commented. Elizabeth Fol- let, sophomore, added, I personally do not approve, but I understand the logic that living together is a way to find out about a person before be- coming legally tied.” Another decision that must be con- sidered is whether a career is more important than marriage. I’m inde- pendent enough to want a career, but if I had to choose I think I would take marriage.” Christa Spreizer, junior, said. “A job can be insecure, but I could depend on my husband to stick by me.” With more and more women inter- ested in having both a career and a marriage, the idea of having a large family is not as popular as it once was. “I want a career,” Follet stated, “and if I can’t devote all my time to my children then I don’t think I should have any.” The majority of students still want at least a couple of children, however. Ann Lankford, senior, re- marked, “No matter how close you are to your husband, without children there is an emptiness in your mar- riage” Gerard Foley, senior, said, “The family life is a very important part of a marriage.” Marriage may not be the institution it once was, but it still holds great appeal for many students. George Sasso Yuka Sato Judith Savicki Jill Scarangella Risa Schaber Catherine Schelhorn David Schilt Chris Ann Schinnerer Linda Schnall Doreen Schnetzer Linda Schrank Kenneth Schreiber Debbie Schrimpe Paul Schirio Debbie Schroader Mark Schwartz Matthew Sebastiano Angie Sebastopoli Arthur Seeberger Debbie Sellitti Seniors 153 Right: A free period in the commons gives Dominic Spada time for relaxation. Nan Selman Anthony Selvaggio Diane Senecal Janice Sepe Patricia Serniak Donna Serra Kathleen Setzer Michael Shapiro Susan Shaw Kerriann Shea Lorraine Shedel Carol Shilliday Robert Sichler Diane Siclari Lisa Silverstein Wayne Sisco Donna Smith William Smith Joseph Snyder Carmine Soldano Matthew Sotis 154 Seniors Domenic Spada Minda Spann Linda Sperling Richard Spiegeleire Christopher Spina Frank Sposato Gisella Spreizer Donna Stanton Jodi Stauder Barbara Staweck Susan Stonebridge Linda Strauhs Holly Stout Christine Studdert Mary Studdert Mitchell Sulkess Glenn Sullivan Herman Suseven Jerry Sutherland Renee Taiclet Above: A free period is wisely used by Lori Canestraro and Glen Mann as they share their studies. Seniors 155 Right: Shelly Warren glances through a photography book in order to prepare for her next class. Jeffrey Tanen Edward Taravella Anthony Tardalo Susan Tasik Gene Terry Lisa Thannhauser Kara Theal Christopher Thompson Frances Tilleli Sophia Tilleli John Tomeo Anthony Torchiano Joseph Torio Scott Trager Tammy Travis Lucia Trifoli Arthur Troiano Donna Trollinger Laura Tropiano Mitchell Trosterman Eileen Tully 156 Seniors Bonnie Turner Curtis Upton Cheryl Valenti Eva Valvano Patrick Van Ewyk Robert VanValkenburg Lauren Vassallo John Vatter Michael Venezia Donna Venturino Audrey Verga Margaret Vespe John Vezzi Peter Volberg Chris Wagner Linda Waldeck Cathy Wallace Shelley Warren Donna Wassmuth Susan Weglein Mary Ellen Weiden Bruce Weiner Ronald Weisbrod John Wennborg Tom Wetherall Seniors 157 Joanne Whaley Kathleen White Lori Wieting Kathi Willi Christine Williams Susan Williams Cheryl Wilson Raymond Wilson Patricia Wolfe Ken Worker Michael Worthington Eileen Young Laura Zachmann Regina Zaffrano Robert Zambenedetti Janet Zimmerman Glenn Zingarino Alisa Zivitofsky Lisa Zizzo Right: A break from the usual class routine provides Barbara Camp with a chance to tell her story to Iris Camer, Maureen Arico, and Patty O'Brien 158 Seniors OPINIONS N------------- How Will Your New Responsibilities and Independence Affect Your Life? . . . Turning 18 doesn’t phaze me one bit. One day doesn’t make you a different person than you already are. It is a cumulative growth which makes one a more mature individ- ual, not the idea of getting old . . . Rose Kenney, senior . . . Turning 18 means that you have reached a point in your life where you are faced to make deci- sions which will shape and affect your future . . . anonymous ... I would prefer to remain 16 years old because responsibilities are so minor but college and my future will have to prevail . . . Linda Schnall, senior . . . I feel that responsibilities should not be taken advantage of, especially drinking and driving. You are old enough to take on these responsibilities so use your best judgment and don’t act like a child because legally you’re an adult. . . Linda Waldeck, senior ... I look forward to the privileges. I would like to have a voice in gov- ernment. I love the idea of having my own transportation so I don’t have to depend on my parents, anonymous ... I think that by the time I am eighteen I will be responsible enough to vote wisely, on the best candidate not the most popular . . . anonymous . . . Being eighteen, people will look up to you as an adult. I would feel proud to have responsibilities placed upon me. It is all part of growing up . . . Marlene D’Angelo, senior . . . The responsibilities that will shortly be upon me are those which everybody will have to face up to in order to live in our society. I will try to live up to these respon- sibilities to the best of my ability . . . Pete Krupsky, senior ... I believe voting is a special privilege which must be exercised The rights to drink and drive are one I will take seriously. These are very fragile rights that can be taken away easily . . . Douglas Graham, senior ... I feel college will be much more difficult and will take a lot of getting used to ... anonymous . . . The biggest responsibility we have once we turn 18 is being able to make it on your own . . . Julie Quinn, senior ... As you get older, your responsi- bilities do change, but you realize what has to be done and there is no second thought to it. . . anonymous . . . I’ve always done what I wanted. I see no reason why a different age should change me . . . anonymous .. . I've been going out drinking since I was 14, and have gotten more sensible about it. I feel better now that I’ll be 18 in about 3 weeks because I won’t have to lie about going to bars anymore . . . anonymous . . . I know when I turn 18 and have graduated from school, life won’t be as easy as it has been, my par- ents won't be as responsible for me as they have been and I will have to more independent. I am happy that I will have more freedom but when I think about it sometimes I realize it’s not going to be as easy . . . anonymous Opinions 159 Privileges Enhance Senior Year While Responsibility is Accepted Legal Age of Eighteen Motivates Seniors As senior year progress- es, it brings with it a time of anticipation, nervousness, and of course a time of making many complicated decisions that recquire ma- ture thought and personal guidance. As the legality of eighteen approaches, most seniors are confronted with the re- alization of what was once thought as merely aspira- tions. They are now privi- leges to this select group. New independence is thrusted upon these individ- uals. A survey was dis- tributed throughout the en- tire senior class, and the re- sponse to their newly aquired responsibilities was tremendous. Most students felt they will use their new rights wisely. “These new responsibilities will present a big change in my life and although they will become greater as I turn eighteen, they are all part of growing up and maturing,” Donna Kowalchik, senior, stated. The most popular among seniors was the new driving priviledge. Many seniors re- sponded to the question of what they were looking for- ward to most as they gradu- ate with the answer “my li- cense”. “I can’t wait to get my own car, stated senior Judi Miller. This feeling was most prevalent throughout the class. One controversial issue arroused this year was the possibility of raising the le- gal drinking age from 18 to 19. “I don’t think raising the legal age is fair. Why should it be raised when we are just turning eighteen. We have waited so long,” Joanne Melito, senior stated. The law, if passed, would make little, if any dif- ference to some students, What a waste of paper this law would be. There would be no problem for an eight- een year old to get liquor,” Robert Arena, seniors, said. Some seniors feel that if they are old enough to serve their country, they are old enough to drink legally. “I’m against the raising of the legal drinking age to eighteen. If the draft was reinstated, the gov’t would tell a guy to go and die but he couldn’t have a drink first, Jimmy Edwards, sen- ior, exclaimed. Exactly what does being a senior mean to most sen- iors? Of course, it means the last year of high school but also it entails thoughts about future plans, college work, and trade school. “I want to be ready for the world and to make it on my own with a little help from my friends,” Sal Ferrara, senior, said. Above center: Arriving at school is Above: Newly acquired licenses senior Randy Friedlander allow seniors to drive to school. 160 Senior In-Depth IN DE PTH Left: Getting away from the traditional bus trip to school, two students arrive by their own transportation. Left: A common pleasure for some seniors is indulging in a few beers. Senior In-Depth 161 Privileges Enhance Senior Year While Responsibility is Accepted School Freedoms Seniors Mature Although many schools imply that they offer a great deal of freedom, not many experience the immense in- dependence of those who attend Farmingdale High School. Students are recognized for their maturity and desir- ed independence. Seniors are specially treated be- cause most would soon be upon the legal age of eight- een. Since most seniors look forward to driving so much, they are facilitated with a large student parking field in which they can leave their car during a full day and not be charged. It given permission, this park- ing lot enables students to go to the local McDonalds or Pizza Hut during a free period without worrying about where to park the car. Senior privileges do not end there. Throughout the junior and sophomore years most courses are manda- tory with only a small selec- tions of electives. In the senior year, however, the opposite holds true. Only Health, Gym and English are the required classes. The remaining periods may be filled with half year so- cial studies courses or vari- ous business courses. The most important thing that I want to achieve from my senior year is to pass all my Help subjects fairly well.” Gerald- ine Gigliano, senior, stated. These choices and free- doms offered to the seniors give them a taste of their privileges and rights that go along with the legal age. Choice of political party and the vote for political can- diates are very important to the majority of seniors. While some seniors are un- decided as to voting, most are enthusiastic and posi- tive about it. “I feel every- one should take part in the government. It is important because it should give you a feeling of national unity, Maria Munaco, senior, said. Leaving the secure sur- roundings of an enviorn- ment that has been con- stant for the past three years is a major change. But the students of Farm- ingdale High School start adjusting early in their sen- ior year. When electives are chosen by the students themselves, it is then that a senior feels that he is be- ginning to have the say in his future endeavors. I am so happy that I am finally growing up and I am being sent into the world alone, Laura Tropiano, senior, commented. When a student reaches the drinking, driving, and voting age he must also ac- quire a certain maturity, for his actions will now affect other people. This maturity is gradually acquired during the three high school years as more responsibilities are placed upon the students. Consequently, Farmingdale High School helps the stu- dents mature and prepares them for the outside world. IN DEPTH Above Left: Senior Ann Eugenio arrives anxiously to school. Above: Last minute hysteria leads seniors searching for a parking space. Above: The final place where the senior class is together as a group; graduation ceremonies. Senior Directory ABBRUSCATO. JOANNE 21 Elm Ave.. Farmingdale ABEL. RICK 9 Hart. Farmingdale ABSHIRE. PHILIP 8 Regina Rd.. Farmingdale: Track 10. 11. 12 ACHENBACH. JERRY 5 North West Dr.. N. Massapequa: Theater Club 11. Informal School 11.12. J.V. Lacrosse 10 Captain 10 ADAMCHIK. WALTER 170 Grant Ave.. Farmingdale: Lacrosse 10. 11. 12 Hockey 12. Ski Club 10. 11. 12 ADAMO. LINDA 50 Lambert Ave.. Farmingdale: Dalerettes 11. 12. Hl-Llfe typist 12. Future Secretaries 12 ADDEO. MARY 266 Prospect Ave.. Farmingdale ADLER. WARREN 49 S. Park Circle. Farmingdale ALTABEF. KENNETH 150 N Alvany Ave.. N. Massapequa: Paper Lion 11. 12 Honor Society 12 AHERN. EDWARD 215 Conklin St.. Farmingdale AHERN. MONICA 215 Conklin St., Farmingdale: Ski Club 12. Acting 10. 11 AHRENS. KENNETH 9 Pauling Dr.. Farmingdale ALAIMO. WILLIAM 17 Sixth Ave.. Farmingdale ALBERT. ILENE 3 Birch PI.. Farmingdale ALFANO. RALPH 80 Birch PI.. Farmingdale ALGEO. SCOTT 146 N Chestnut St.. Farmingdale ALLEN. DONNA 42 Hillside Rd.. Farmingdale ALLGIER. BARBARA 138 Plitt Ave.. Farmingdale ALMEDINA. JERRY 10 E. Pepper Circle. Massapequa ALVAREZ. MICHAEL 34 Monroe Rd.. Farmingdale ALVAREZ. NELSON 34 Monroe Rd.. Faingdale AMBROSE. LINDA 135 N. Elm St.. N. Massapequa AMERENO. ROSEMARY 14 Pine St.. Farmingdale AMORUSO. NICK 302 Balchen St.. Massapequa Park ANCONA. JOSEPHINE 243 N. Rutherford Ave.. N. Massapequa: Ski Club 12 ANDERSEN. GERARD 128 Washington St.. S. Farmingdale ANDERSON. LYNN 188 N. Kentucky Ave.. N. Massapequa ANDERSON. THOMAS 185 Pine St.. Farmingdale ANSELMO. JO ANN 191 N. Atlanta Ave.. N. Massapequa: Dalerettes 10. 11. Ski Club 11. 12 Secretary 11 ANTLICK. LAURA 21 Maynard Dr., Farmingdale ARGENTO. ANTOINETTE 155 Main St.. Farmingdale ARENA. ROBERT 1028 N Central Dr.. Massapequa: Softball 10, 11, 12 Ski Club 10. 11, 12 Lab Squad 10. 11. 12 Paper Lion 12 Lacrosse 10 ARGENTO. ARNOLD 155 Main St.. Farmingdale ARGENTO. MARIE 106 East Dr., Farmingdale ARGENTO. RONALD 155 Main St.. Apt. 6. Farmingdale ARGENTO. TONI 155 Main St.. Apt. 6. Farmingdale ARIAN. MONIQUE 36 Hallock St.. Farmingdale ARICO. MAUREEN 34 Sunset Ave . Farmingdale: HI-LJfe Asst. Senior Editor 12 Future Secretaries 12 ARMSTRONG. DOREEN 91 Oakdale Blvd.. Farmingdale: Dalerettes 10. 12 co-capt. 11 Future Secretaries 11 ARONOWITZ. DEAN 463 Pacific St.. Massapequa Park ASCHKENAS. ADAM 16 Evans St.. Farmingdale: DECA 10 Green-Room Players 10 Playcrafters 10. 11. 12 Student Faculty Relations Board 10, 11 Future Business Leaders 11.12 ASPROMONTE. JOANN 127 East Dr., No. Massapequa ATLAS, PAUL 251 Rose St.. Massapequa Park: Wrestling 10. 11. 12 ATTANASIO, PAUL 289 Van Cott Ave., Farmingdale AUGART, MARY ANN 6 Robin Ct.. Farmingdale: Muse Media 10. Fiction Editor 11. Editor- in-chief 12, Honor Society 11. 12 Lab Squad Above: Lobby Security Guard. Ture Brandstrom. keeps watch over all the people who enter and exit the school. 10 president 11. Badmitton 10. 11. 12 AUSTIN. KELLY 28 Cinque Dr.. Farmingdale AUSTIN. LAURIE 426 Staples St.. Farmingdale: Swimming 10. 11, 12 AVALLONE. MICHAEL 29 Colonial Dr.. Farmingdale BADALAMENTI, ANTHONY 216 Idaho Ave.. N. Massapequa BALOGH. JEAN 11 Pine Tree Dr.. Farmingdale BARBUTO. JOSEPH 105 Greenway Dr.. Farmingdale BARCA. ROBERT 263 N. Michigan Ave.. N Massapequa J.V. Football 10 J.V. Wrestling 10 BARRETT. DEBRA 234 N Kentucky Ave.. N. Massapequa: Bowling 10. 11, 12 Hl-Llfe 12 BARRY. MAUREEN 240 Staple St.. Farmingdale BARTLETT. RICK 482 Ocean Ave.. Massapequa Park: Lacrosse 10. 11. 12 BARTOLOMEO. MAUREEN 168 N. Elm St.. N. Massapequa BATES. PATTRICIA 73 N. Kings Ave.. N Massapequa: Track 10. 12 Swimming 11. 12 Captain 11. 12 Winter Track 11 Boys Swim Team Manager 10. 11. 12 BAUER. ROY 115 Washington St.. Farmingdale: J.V. Soccer 10 Varsity Soccer 11,12 BAUMANN. WALTER 34 Park Cir.. Farmingdale BEGEAL. BARBARA 32 Waverly PI.. Farmingdale: Badmitton 10. 11. 12 Tennis 10. 11. 12 J.V. Basketball 10. 11. 12 J.V. Volleyball 10, 11 Varsity Volleyball 12 Girls Leaders Club 11,12 President 12 BEIRNE. DIANA 80 N. Maple St., N. Massapequa BELLO. PAUL 62 Vanderwater Ave.. Farmingdale: J.V. Football 10 J.V. Baseball 10 Varsity Baseball 11.12 BELSITO. JOHN 181 East Dr.. N. Massapequa BELTRANI, CHRISTOPHER 9 Daniel Dr.. Farmingdale BENDER. LAURIE 22 First Ave.. Farmingdale BENES. MICHAEL 228 Sullivan Ave., Farmingdale BENN. HEATHER 140 Elizabeth St.. Farmingdale: Informal School 11,12 BENNINGER. ELISSA 47 Arch Ave., Farmingdale: Swimming 10 BERESFORD. THEODORE 19 Jerome Ave.. Farmingdale: AVA — Livewires 10, 11. 12 Vice-President 11 Annie Get Your Gun 10 Arsenic and Old Lace 10 Theater Club 11 Bye Bye Birdie 11 World of Mime 11 King and I 12 BERG. BAMBI 23 Seventh Ave.. Farmingdale: Informal School 1112 BERGMANN. CHRISTINE 44 Taylor Dr.. Farmingdale: Informal School 11. 12 Informal School Yearbook 12 BERGSTEN. ROBERT 125 West Dr.. N. Massapequa BERNARD. COLLEEN 152 Sullivan Ave.. Farmingdale BERNARDO. STEPHEN 132 N. Linden St.. N. Massapequa BERNHARDT. LISA ANN 157 Washington St., Farmingdale BERNSTEIN. ROBERT 105 Pleasant Dr.. Farmingdale BESSER. KATRIN 150 Bethpage Rd.. Farmingdale BIANCO. JANEEN 195 N Kentucky Ave.. N Massapequa: Orchestra 10. 11. 12 Hl-Llfe 12 BIER. RUSSELL 109 Lincoln St.. Farmingdale BIRTHWRIGHT. MICHELLE 34 Dunbar St.. Amityville 164 Senior Directory BISHOP. CYNTHIA 10 Plitt Ave.. S. Farmingdale. Green Room Players 11 BLANCHARD. BERNARD 27 Maynard Dr.. Farmingdale: Tennis 11 Paper Lion 11 BLOM, JANICE 436 Broadway. Massapequa Park BOBELIS. LINDA 140 Linden St.. Massapequa Park: Future Business Leaders 11 Varsity Soccer Manager 11 P.T.A. Fashion Show 11 BOGART. KEITH 223 N Kentucky Ave. N. Massapequa Muse Media 10. 11. 12 History Club 11 Honor Society 12 BOHNE. CYNTHIA 33 Hart St.. Farmingdale BOLTIN. EVAN 310 Linden St.. Massapequa Park Paper Lion 10 BONAFEDE. DIANE 17 Meadowwood La.. Farmingdale BONINI. JOHN 70 Walnut Ave.. Farmingdale: Muse Media 10 Honor Society 11. 12 BONSER. ROBERT 45 Hemlock Dr.. Farmingdale BOOTH. DEBBIE 35 McKinley Ave.. Farmingdale BOOTH. DENISE 91 Crestwood Blvd.. Massapequa BORG. DAVID 167 Queens Ave., Massapequa BYRNES. JOSEPH 69 Louis Dr., Farmingdale CADENA. HENRY 85 Rose St.. Massapequa Park CAHILL. SHARON 17 Lowell Dr.. Farmingdale CALIENDO. BORG. SANDRA 167 N. Queens Ave.. Massapequa BORGO. GERARD 25 Garfield Ave.. Farmingdale BORYSEWICZ. KEVIN 11 Alexander Dr. Farmingdale BOTSCH. KAREN 13 Sullivan Ave.. Farmingdale: Student Art Gallery 12 BOTTA, PAUL 66 Elm Dr.. Farmingdale: Informal School BRACKEN. KEVIN 7 Pepper Circle S.. Massapequa: Informal School 11. 12 BREM. JILL 48 West Oak. Farmingdale: Girls Track 9. 10. 11. 12 Badmitton 11 Varsity Volleyball 11. 12 Dalerettes 10. 11. 12 Co- Captain 12 Girls' Leaders Club 11, 12 J.V. Softball 11 BREM, STEVEN 542 Staples St.. Farmingdale BRIENZA. LOUIS 146 Yoakum Ave.. Farmingdale BRODERICK. PAUL 86 N Maple St.. N. Massapequa BROWN. CAROLYNNE 36 Schliege Blvd.. S. Farmingdale: Mime Troupe 10 Future Nurses 10 Pamoja 10 BROWN. JOHN 210 Rutherford Ave. Massapequa: J.V. Football 10 J.V. Lacrosse 10 Varsity Football 11. 12 Track 11,12 BROWN. LISA ANN 135 Michael Dr.. Farmingdale BRUNO. DEBIY 64 Bernard St.. Farmingdale BRZEZINSKI. GREGORY 16 Kent La.. S. Farmingdale BUCHEIT. JEFFREY 275 N Delaware Ave.. N. Massapequa BUCH. ROBERT 16 Saxon Rd.. Farmingdale BUERKLE. PAUL 180 Iowa Ave . N. Massapequa: Main Office Aide 11. 12 BURKART. DAVID 129 Sunset Ave.. Farmingdale BURKHARDT. LAURA 78 Crestwood Blvd.. S. Farmingdale: J.V. Soccer Score Keeper 10 BURMEISTER. CHATHERINE 14 Scho Dr.. Farmingdale BURNETT. SCOTT 41 Copeland PI.. Farmingdale ANTHONY 8 Byrd St.. Massapequa CALIGURI. JOSEPH 38 Copeland PI.. Farmingdale CALLAHAN. ELAINE 25 Paula Dr.. Farmingdale: Hl-Llfe Assistant Editor 11. Hl-Life Senior Editor 12 CAMER. IRIS 185 N Delaware Ave. Massapequa CAMP, BARBARA 3 Beechwood St., Farmingdale Volleyball 10, 11. 12 Intramurals 10. 11. 12 Hi-Life 12 CAMPANELLA. ROBERT 21 Lee Dr.. Farmingdale CAMPBELL. MATTHEW 6 Paula Dr.. Farmingdale: Ski Club 10. 11. 12 J.V. Lacrosse 10 CAMPOS. LUIS 1016 Broadway. Massapequa CANESTRARO. LORI 103 Lambert Ave.. Farmingdale: Dalerettes 10. 11. 12 Captain 12 Honor Society 10. 11. 12 CANNONE. MARY ANN 84 Heisser La.. Farmingdale CANO. MICHAEL 1 Regina Rd., Farmingdale: Gymnastics 11. 12 Varsity Swimming 11. 12 Ski Club 10. 11. 12 CAPONE. DEBORAH 12 Block Terrace. Farmingdale CAPONE. PATRICE 23 Hart St., Farmingdale: Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Muse Media 11 CAR ACIOLO, JAMES 89 W Oak St.. Farmingdale CARDITO. JOHN 49 Michael Ave.. Farmingdale: Swim Team 10 Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Ski Club 10. 11. 12 Paper Lion 11. 12 Intramural Softball 10.11. 12 CARISON. JOHN 15 Radcliff La.. Farmingdale: J.V. Baseball 10 CARMAN. GREGORY 66 N. Main St.. Farmingdale: Swimming 10, 11. 12 CARNESI. ANTHONY 94 Spencer St.. Farmingdale: J.V. Football 10 Key Club 11. 12 Paper Lion 11 Intramural Softball 10. 11. 12 CASTRO. JOANN 27 Hemlock Dr.. Farmingdale CATES. DAVID 151 N. Queens Ave., Massapequa: Science Club 10. 11 CAVANAGH. THERESA 27 Arch Ave.. Farmingdale CAWLEY. KENETH 53 Cedar Dr., Farmingdale CENCI. DIANE 179 Wyoming Ave., Massapequa CHABZA. SANDRA L91 Kentucky Ave.. Massapequa: Future Secretaries 11. 12 CHAPMAN. ANNETTE 436 First Ave.. Massapequa Park: Chorus 10. 11. 12 P.T.A. Fashion Show 10. 11. 12 Green White Shop 12 Playcrafters 12 CHARLESTON. DANNY 164 Detroit Ave. Massapequa CHERRY. CAROLYN 280 N Utica Ave. Massapequa: Dalerettes 10. 11 CHERRY. MICHAEL 71 Louis Dr.. Farmingdale: Baseball 10. 11. 12 CHILLEMI. SANTA 15 Nostrand St.. Farmingdale CHIPURNOI. GARY 160 S. Park Dr.. Farmingdale: Ski Club 10. 11. 12 Business Club 11. 12 Gymnastics 11 CHRIST. THOMAS 3 Evans Ave.. S. Farmingdale: Intramurals 10. 11. 12 CIERVO, CONNIE 24 Leslie La., Massapequa CIESCO. PAUL 7 Barbara Dr.. Farmingdale: Honor Society 11. 12 Paper Lion 11. 12 Cross Country 12 CIONE. RONALD 37 Greenway Dr.. Farmingdale CIRONE. CHRISTOPHER 202 Willard Ave.. Farmingdale CLAGES. DEBORAH 141 Midwood Ave.. Farmingdale CLIFFORD. GERARD 106 West Dr., Massapequa Hl-Llfe 11. 12 Tennis 12 CLYNE. JOHN 52 Spielman Ave., Farmingdale: Basketball 10. 11. 12 CODY. MARK 6 Kent La., Farmingdale COHEN. EILEEN 28 First Ave., Farmingdale Playcrafters 11 Muse Media 10 Paper Lion 12 COHEN. MARC 190 Atlanta Ave.. Massapequa: Student Activities Council 10 Key Club 10. 11. 12 Gymnastics 10. 11. 12 Captain 11. 12 COHEN. STEVEN 209 Elm St.. Massapequa COLLETTI. LENORE 245 N. Syracuse Ave.. Massapequa COLQUHOUN. BRIAN 257 Rutherford Ave. Massapequa: J.V. Soccer J.V. Basketball Varsity Basketball 11. 12 V.L.C. 12 Key Club 10. 11. 12 CONCA, THERESA 233 N. Atlanta Ave. Massapequa CANDON. MICHAEL 209 N. Delaware Ave.. Massapequa COOPER. JEFF 140 Rose St.. Massapequa: Soccer 10. 11. 12 Key Club 11. 12 Paper Lion 12 CORBETT. MARY JEAN 205 Violet St.. Massapequa Park: Hl-Llfe 10 Paper Lion 12 Honor Society 11.12 COSTA. MARIA 19 Sullivan Ave . Farmingdale: Future Secretaries 12 Bowling 12 COSTANZO, TERRI 24 Birch Ave.. Farmingdale COSTELLO. THOMAS 185 Idaho Ave. Massapequa COTTRELL. KENNETH 7 Rhonda La.. Farmingdale: Track 10. 11 Cross Country 11. 12 Honor Society 11. 12 COURTNEY. CHRIS 101 Louis St., Massapequa COZZETTO, STEVEN 355 Linden St.. Massapequa Park: Muse Media 11 Playcrafters 11, 12 Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Tennis Team 10 CRANE. LESLIE 77 Duane St.. Farmingdale CREMERS. DEBBIE 188 Linden St.. Massapequa CRIVILLARO. FRANK 160 Cherry St.. Farmingdale CUNNINGHAM. MAUREEN 60 N. Main St.. Farmingdale: Swimming 10. 11 CURRERI. ANTHONY 246 Albany Ave.. Massapequa CZARNEC. JANINE 106 Adams St.. Massapequa: Track 10. 11. 12 Gymnastics 10. 11 DAGNESSA. LINDA 118 Roy St., Massapequa DALTON, MICHELLE 471 Atlantic Ave.. Massapequa DALY. JAMES 94 Oakdale Blvd., Farmingdale DAMP. PETER 202 Radcliffe Ave., Farmingdale DANGELO. MARLENE 16 Daniel Dr.. Farmingdale DAUNT. PATRICIA 4 Rose Ct., Farmingdale DAVIDS. ROSEMARIE 56 Miller Rd.. Farmingdale DAVIS. JOHN 23 Sunset Ave.. Farmingdale DEALTO. MICHAEL 2 Mill La.. Farmingdale: Gymnastics 10.11, 12 DEFIORE. FRANKLIN 203 N Albany Ave.. Massapequa: Playcrafters 10. 11. 12 Orchestra 10. 11. 12 Wind Ensemble 10. 11, 12 Paper Lion 11 Lacrosse 10 DEFRANCISCO. JAMES 17 Laurae Dr.. Massapequa DEITSCH. GLENN 3 Cardinal La.. S. Farmingdale. Golf 12 DELANEY. KEVIN 6 Woodward Pkwy.. Farmingdale Senior Directory 165 DELL AQUILA. CHARLES 219 Birch Ave.. S. Farmingdale: J.V Football 10 Varsity Football 11, 12 Winter Track 10. 11. 12 Spring Track 10. 11. 12 DELLIGATTI. DAVID 1540 Lake Shore Dr., Massapequa Park: J.V. Football 10 J.V. Baseball 10 Varsity Football 11. 12 Varsity Track 11 DELUCIA. DANIEL 11 Sandy Court. Farmingdale: Bowling Club 10 Ski Club 10. 11.12 BOCES Aviation Mechanics 11. 12 DEMAIO. DONNA 157 N. Oak St.. N. Massapequa: Future Secretaries 11 DEMAS. CONNIE 33 Grant St.. S. Farmingdale: King and r crew 12 Chorus 10. 11 Green White Shop 12 P T.A Fashion Show 11. 12 DEMAS. MARC 183 N. Hickory St.. N. Massapequa: Spring Track 10. 11. 12 Cross Country 11. 12 Honor Society 11. 12 Student Activities Council 12 Photography Club 12 DEMUTH. DAVID 22 Locust Ave.. Farmingdale DENMEADEM. JAMES 280 Utica Ave.. Massapeque DERENZO. JOANN 127 Sunrise Dr.. N. Massapequa: Future Business Leaders 11 Varsity Soccer Manager 11 P.T.A. Fashion Show 11 Key Club Helper 10. 11. 12 DEROSA. MARIA 6 Linden St.. Farmingdale DESANTO. LAWRENCE 2 Yoakum Ave.. Farmingdale DESIMONE. PATTI 115 N Kings Ave . N Massapequa DESROCHERS. JULIE 10 Roberts St.. Farmingdale: Track and Field 10 DEVEREAUX. BARBARA 54 Birch St Farmingdale DIBARTOLO. MICHAEL 24 Avon Rd Farmingdale: Soccer 10. 11. 12 DICICCO. FRANK 267 Violet St.. Massapequa Park DICKINSON. KEN 188 West Dr.. N. Massapequa: Social Attendent 10. 11. 12 DIDOMENICO. PHILIP 1026 N Central Dr.. N Massapequa: Paper Uon Business Director 11. 12 Honor Society Treasurer 12 D.E.C.A. 10 DIEBNER. BARBARA 20 N. Cheryl La.. Farmingdale Dalerettes 10 DIEM. PATTE 32 Morton St.. Farmingdale DILLON KAREN 7 Hampshire Dr., Farmingdale DILUCCA, MICHAEL 195 N. Beech St.. Massapequa DIAZ. PEDRO 15 Greenway St.. Farmingdale J.V. Lacrosse 10 Varsity Lacrosse 11. 12 DISANZA, ED 40 Oakwood Ave.. S. Farmingdale Football 10 Track 10 DITTMAR. LISA 130 Woodward Pkwy.. Farmingdale DOERBECKER. JOSEPHINE 32 Mill Rd.. Farmingdale: Lab Squad 10. 11. 12 Muse and Media 11 DOLLER. MICHAEL 17 Eagle La.. Farmingdale DOMNI. SUZANNE 2 Lourae Dr.. Massapequa Park: J.V. Volleyball 10 Varsity Volleyball 11. 12 Varsity Gymnastics 10. 11. 12 Dalerettes 12 Girls' Leaders 12 DONOVAN. PATRICK 59 W. Oak St.. Farmingdale DOOLEY. JOHN 170 Prospect St.. Farmingdale: Informal School 11. 12 Football 10 Baseball 10. 11 DORBER. KAREN 198 N. Utica Ave.. N. Massapequa DORMAN. MICHAEL 166 Sunset Ave.. Farmingdale: Daler Pressmen 10. 11. 12 DOUGHERTY. KARA 60 Prospect PI.. Farmingdale DOUGLAS. WILLIAM 11 Jerome Dr., Farmingdale: Gymnastics 11. 12 DRISCOLL. BRIAN 134 N Cedar Dr.. N Massapequa DUGGAN. PATRICIA 2 Hemlock St.. Farmingdale: Orchestra 10 DUNCAN. KEVIN 4 Henley Rd.. Farmingdale DUNN. DOUGLAS 17 Tenth Ave.. Farmingdale: Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Photo Club 11. 12 History Club 11 Interact 11. 12 Chess Club 10 DYKAS. CULLEN 78 Leslie La.. N. Massapequa DYSART. ROBERT 4 Fallwood Pkwy., Farmingdale EASTERBROOK. STEVEN 4 Edward Ct.. Farmingdale EBERLING. LAURA 29 Locust Ave.. Farmingdale EDLING, ROY 19 Copeland PI.. Farmingdale EDWARDS. JACQUELINE 270 West Dr . N. Massapequa: Softball 10 Basketball 10. 11. 12 EDWARDS. JAMES 270 West Dr.. N. Massapequa EICHENLAUB. JEFFREY 8 Hampshire Dr.. Farmingdale: Band 10. 11, 12 Wind Ensemble 10. 11. 12 Orchestra 10. 11. 12 Jazz Band 10. 11. 12 Pit Band 11,12 EISEMANN. LISA DAWN 31 Cedar Dr., Farmingdale EISENBERG. BRUCE 308 Rose St.. Massapequa Park: Playcrafters 10 Paper Uon 10 Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Foreign Exchange in Sweden 11 Interact 12 ENG. JEFFREY 10 Larkspur Ct.. Farmingdale: Honor Society 11. 12 ENGELMANN. WILLIAM 52 Jerome Dr.. Farmingdale ENGLER. NANCY 132 Midwood Ave.. Farmingdale: Librarian Aide 10 Future Secretaries 12 EPPOLITO. FRANK 272 N. Michigan Ave.. N. Massapequa EPPOLITO. NICK 272 N. Michigan Ave.. N. Massapequa EPSTEIN. FRED 81 Beech St.. Massapequa ERICKSON. ERIC 475 Charles Ave., Massapequa Park ERICSON, MELANIE 230 Walker St., Massapequa Park: Informal School 11, 12 EUGENIO. ANN 279 N. Wisconsin Ave.. N. Massapequa EVENSEN. ERIC 8 Third Ave.. Farmingdale EZZO. MARY 131 Prosepct St.. Farmingdale FANELLI. ANGELO 1 Eagle La.. Farmingdale FANELLI. PAUL 67 Hemlock Dr.. Farmingdale FARBIZIO, NANCY 36 Miller Rd.. Farmingdale FARRELL, DAVID 4 Paula Dr.. Farmingdale FASANO. GLYN 19 James St.. Farmingdale FEBO, ANTHONY 965 Fulton St.. Farmingdale: Varsity Football 12 FEENEY. ROBERT 27 Daniel Dr., Farmingdale: Photo Club 11. 12 Honor Society 12 FEHL. PAMELA 1472 Lakeshore Dr.. Massapequa Park: Orchestra 10. 11. 12 Tennis 10 Paper Lion 10. 11 Honor Society 12 FEINER. LES 103 Abbott St.. N. Massapequa FELLMAN. JIMMY 50 County Line Rd., Farmingdale FERBER. DOUGLAS 909 Main St.. Farmingdale: Soccer 10. 11. 12 FERNANDEZ. VLADIMIR 15 Linden St., Farmingdale FERRANTE, ALBERT 63 Beechwood St., Farmingdale: Honor Society 11. 12 Ski Club 10. 11. 12 Intramural Softball 10. 11. Winter Track 12 FERRARA. JACKIE 209 Sullivan Ave . Farmingdale FERRARA. LORIANN 209 Sullivan Ave., Farmingdale FERRARA. NEIL 31 Poppy Dr . Massapequa Park: J.V. Basketball 10 Spring Track 10 Winter Track 11. 12 Honor Society 11. 12 Paper Lion 11,12 FERRARA. SALVATORE 209 Sullivan Ave.. Farmingdale FERRERO. KARIN 35 Leslie La.. N. Massapequa FERRO. JAMES N. Cedar. Massapequa FETTER. CHARLES 153 Staples St.. Farmingdale FETTER. PAUL 153 Staples St.. Farmingdale: Band 10. 11. 12 Marching Band 10. 11. 12 FBLA 12 FICKEISSEN, PATTI 23 Greenway Dr.. Farmingdale FIEDLER. LAURA 10 Birch Ct.. Farmingdale FINN. PATRICK 50 Juniper St.. Farmingdale: Class President 10 Stage Crew for Arsenic Old Lace 10 Soccer 10. 11. 12 Pit Band for King and I 12 Orchestra 10. 11. 12 FISHEL. PAMELA 36 Second Ave., Farmingdale: Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Bye Bye Birdie 11 King and I 12 FISHMAN. ROCHELLE 45 Lourae Dr., Massapequa Park: Honor Society 11. 12 Paper Lion 11. 12 FLANAGAN. EDWARD 435 First St.. Massapequa Park FLEMING. DOROTHY 36 W. Chestnut St.. Farmingdale: Bowling 10 Boces 11. 12 FLOOD. RAY 120 Lambert Ave.. Farmingdale: Football 10. 11. 12 FLORIO, ROBERT 100 Sunset Ave., Farmingdale FOLEY. GERARD 190 N. Boston Ave., N. Massapequa: Football 10 Key Club 10 Swimming 10. 11. 12 Varsity Leaders Club 1st Lieutenant 11. 12 Honor Society 11. 12 Bullfighting Co. Capt. 10, 11, 12 FORESTA. STEPHEN 106 Sunrise Dr., N. Massapequa: Paper Lion Editor in Chief 10. 11. 12 Honor Society 10. 11, 12 Lacrosse 10. 11, 12 FORNABAIO, CAROLYN 156 Intervale Ave.. Farmingdale FOSTER. GARY 105 Adams St. N Massapequa FRANCO. THOMAS 7 Third Ave.. Farmingdale FRANKE, JUNE Clinton St.. Farmingdale FRESHOUR. JUDITH 20 Kent St.. Farmingdale: Cheerleading 10. 11. 12 Gymnastics 10. 11. Above: A busy Donna Serra finds the need for a third hand so she resorts to her mouth. 166 Senior Directory 12 Swimming 12 FRIEDLANDER. RANDI 213 Yoakum Ave., Farmingdale FRIST ACHI, JOSEPH 34 Walnut St.. Farmingdale FROBART. HEIDI 39 Doud St.. Farmingdale FURBUSH. STUART 28 Plitt Ave.. Farmingdale GAGLIARDI, MARTIN 76 Crestwood Blvd.. Farmingdale GAISSERT. DEBBIE 94 Woodward Pkwy.. Farmingdale: Cheerleading 10. 11. 12 Gymnastics 10. 11. 12 Track 10. 11. 12 GALFANO. FRAN 202 N. Atlanta. N. Massapequa: Cheerleading 10. 11. 12 GALGANO. NANCY 4 Stephen Dr.. Farmingdale: Paper Lion 11 Ski Club 11.12 GALLAGHER. ROSEMARIE 202 Wyoming. N Massapequa GALM. HAROLD 397 Rose St.. Massapequa Park: Math League 10. 11. 12 Muse and Media 10 Photo Club 11 Interact 11. 12 Key Club 11,12 Honor Society 10. 11.12 GALPINE. MARYANN 128 Midwood Ave., Farmingdale Boces 11. 12 GAMBELLA. EDWARD 30 Puritan La., Farmingdale GAMBINO. LAURIE 120 Jefferson Rd.. Farmingdale: Muse and Media 11 Future Nurses 11 Honor Society 11.12 GAMBLIN, EUGENE 235 N. Utica. N. Massapequa GANNON. JOHN 39 Anita PI.. Farmingdale GANNON. NANCY 175 N Boston Ave.. N. Massapequa: Bowling secretary 10. 11 SAC 11. 12 GARCIA. MICHAEL 460 Roosevelt Ave.. Massapequa Park: Soccer 10. 11. 12 Key Club 12 GAROFANO. DEBBIE 36 First Ave . Farmingdale: Bowling 10. 12 “Bye Bye Birdie 11 GENETIN, DEBBI 135A East Dr.. N Massapequa GENOY, JAMES 34 Poplar Ave., Farmingdale: Track 10.11. 12 Baseball 10. 11. 12 GERMAN. MARIO 868 Main St.. Farmingdale: Soccer 10 FBLA 12 GEYDA. JAMES 70 Michele Ave.. Farmingdale GIACONA. LINDA 145 Franklin St.. Massapequa Park GIAMMARINARO, ANTHONY 290 Staple St. Farmingdale: AVA 10 Track 10. 11. 12 Cross Country 12 HAMILTON. MELISSA 86 Schiesal Blvd.. Farmingdale HANDLEY. MAUREEN 64 W. Oak Street. Farmingdale HANNON. DOREEN 600 Fulton Street. Farmingdale HANSEN. KATHLEEN 209 N. Wisconsin Avenue. N. Massapequa HARE. BARBARA 78 Michel Avenue. S. Farmingdale: AVA 10. 11. 12 World of Mime 10 Informal School 11,12 AVA secretary 12 HARLOFF. LISA 52 Grant Avenue. Farmingdale: Future Secretaries 11,12 World of Mime 12 HART. CHARLES 17 Regina Road, Farmingdale HARTMANN. RICHARD 18 Pinehurst Avenue. Farmingdale: Varsity Track 10 HARVEY. CAROLYN 199 N Michigan Avenue. N. Massapequa HASMAN, ALISON 61 Oakwood Avenue. Farmingdale HASSETT, PETER 41 Fallwood Parkway. Farmingdale: Marching Band 10 Symphonic Band 10 HAWKINS. BOB HECKMAN. CATHERINE 2 Meadowood Lane. Farmingdale HELLER. RONNIE 21 Roxbury Street. Farmingdale: Football 10. 11. 12 Wrestling 10.11. 12 Baseball 10. 11 12 HENKEL. KAREN 16 Kittiwake Babylon HENN, THOMAS 99 Duane Farmingdale: Key Club 10. 11. 12 Gymnastics 10, 11. 12 Wrestling 10. 11. 12 Varsity Leaders Club 11. 12 President 12 SSAC 10 HERT, LAURIE 7 Evans Avenue, Farmingdale: J.V Cheerleading 10 Varsity Cheerleading 11. 12 Track 11 Co-Captain 11 J.V. Volleyball 11 HICKEY. MICHAEL 202 N Hickory Street. N. Massapequa: Wreslting 10. 11. 12 HICKS. JIM 128 Yoakum Avenue. Farmingdale: Informal School 11,12 HIGGINS. STEVE 30 Cinque Drive. Farmingdale: J.V. Baseball 10 HIPP. MITCH 1 Leonard Street, Farmingdale HODNE, DEBBIE 30 Crestwood Blvd.. Farmingdale HOFFMAN. DONNA 265 N. Wyoming Avenue. N. Massapequa: Fashion Show 11 Future Secretaries 12 HI-LHe 12 HOLLWEDEL. REGINA 160 N. Kings Avenue. N Massapequa HOLTZMAN. STEVEN HOLZKNECHT, ARTHUR 14 Locust Avenue. S. Farmingdale: Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Lab Squad 10 Mathletes 10 HOVORKA. GEORGE 95 N. Beech Street. N. Massapeq ua HUFF. KENNETH 16 Mill Road. Farmingdale HUNT, DIANE 10 Cedar Avenue. Farmingdale HURBAN. REGINA 34 Elm Drive. Farmingdale HURD. THOMAS 10 Regina Road. Farmingdale HORN. RICHARD 184 Elm Street. N. Massapequa HYLKA. DAVID 72 Intervale Ave., Farmingdale IABONI. LUCILLE 237 N. Michigan Ave., N. Massapequa IADEVAIA, LENORE 36 Morton St.. Farmingdale INGRAM. GREG 37 Meadowwood La., Farm- ingdale INSALACO, LEN 1 Tenth Ave., Farmingdale: Football 10. 11. 12 INNISS, FRANK 94 Monroe St.. N. Amityville: Spring Track 10. 11. 12 Winter Track 11. 12 Pamjae 10 ISRAEL. STEPHEN 11 Bruce La., Farmingdale: Winter Track 10 Cross Country 12 Dance Band 10. 11 JACKSON. ANN MARIE 75 Radcliffe Ave.. Farmingdale JACOBY. MARIA 24 Schooll Dr., Farmingdale JAMES, SHARON 72 Graham St.. Farmingdale JARAMILLO. JEFFREY 50 Park Cir.. Farm- ingdale: Varsity Track 10 Muse Media 11 JOHNSON. CHRISTINE 74 Midwood Ave.. Farmingdale: Bye Bye Birdie 11. chorus 11 Ski Club 11,12 Paper Lion 11 JOHNSON. CINDI 3 Sullivan Ave.. Farmingdale JOHNSTON. NANCY 91 Intervale Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Basketball 10. 11 JONES. ROSEMARY 16 Regina Rd.. Farm- ingdale JONES. STEVEN 29 7th Ave., Farmingdale: Soccer 10. 11. 12 JORGENSEN. JOEL 77 Oakwood Ave.. Farm- ingdale JORNET. PAUL 114 Matthew St.. Farmingdale JOSEPH. VIRGINIA 45 Barberry Court. Farm- ingdale: Muse Media 10 Hl-Ufe 11. Asst. Editor 11 Hl-Life 12. Organizations Editor 12 Student Art Gallery 12 JOVINE. FRANK 79 Clinton Ave.. Farmingdale KAISER, RICHARD 44 Miller Rd.. Farmingdale KALTEN. LISA 206 N. Iowa Ave.. N. Massa- pequa KASS. DAVID 3 Henley Rd.. Farmingdale KAYE, DONNA 63 Elm Dr.. Farmingdale KEANE, DANIEL 101 Lambert Ave.. Farmingdale KEIM. ROGER 26 Scholl Dr.. Farmingdale: A.V.A. 10. 11. 12 KEITH. CATHY 136 Sunset Ave.. Farmingdale KELCH, LEONARD 53 Lambert Ave . Farm- ingdale KELLER. MASON 7 Iris PI.. Massapequa Park KELLY. KATHLEEN 61 Mill Rd.. Farmingdale KELTING. NANCY 32 Oakwood Ave.. Farm- ingdale KENNEY. ROSEMARIE 43 Hampshire Dr.. Farm- ingdale: Muse Media 10 Hl-Ufe Assistant Sports Editor 11 Hi-Life Sports Editor 12 KENNY. KATHLEEN 206 Sullivan Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Cheerleading 10. 11. 12 Gymnastics 10. 11. 12 Volleyball 12 KERSCHBAUM. JOANNE 52 Midwood Ave . Farmingdale: Informal School 11. 12 Play- crafters 10 KESTENBAUM. JOSEPH 14 Anthony La.. Mas- sapequa Park: Tennis 10 Honor Society 11. 12 Muse Media 11 Muse Media Non- Fiction Editor 12 Bye Bye Birdie 11 King and I 12 KESTER. THOMAS 288 Van Cott Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Track 10 KIENDLE. KEVIN 174 Staples St.. Farmingdale: Hockey 10. 11. 12 Daler Pressmen 11,12 KILANOWSKI. ANDREW 263 N Atlanta Ave.. N. Massapequa KILDUFF. MAUREEN 36 Walnut Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Future Secretaries 10. 11. 12 Arse- nic and Old Lace crew ' Bye Bye Birdie 11 KING. GARY 502 N. Bay Ave., N. Massapequa KING. THOMAS 106 Nelson St.. Farmingdale KINNEY. PATRICIA 11 Birch Ct., Farmingdale: Volleyball 10 Softball 10 KLEIN. SCOTT 439 N Bleeker Dr.. N. Massa- pequa: Key Club 10 Honor Society 10 Tennis 10. 12 Paper Lion 11 Muse Media 11. 12 Bye Bye Birdie 11 King and I 12 A.V.A. 12 Intramural Softball 10 KLINE. CAROLYN 179 Nassau Ave.. N Massa- pequa KLOPFER. PETER 30 Seventh Ave., Farm- ingdale: Cross Country 10 Winter Spring 10 Spring Track 10 KOABEL. CHARLES 33 Arch Ave.. Farmingdale KOLOMECHUK. THOMAS 106 Abbott St.. N. Massapequa KOPCHA. ALICE 6 Hill Rd.. Farmingdale KORZENDORFOR. EVELYN 18 Crestwood Blvd.. Farmingdale: Paper Lion 10 Dalerettes 11. 12 KOTAK. JOSEPH 19 Paula Dr.. Farmingdale KOWALCHIK. DONNA 17 High St.. Farmingdale: Honor Soc iety 10. 11. 12 Interact 11. 12 Muse Media 11 KOVACS. LAURIE 241 Boston Ave.. N. Massa- pequa KOZAK. ANNA 147 Washington St.. Farm- ingdale: Annie Get Your Gun 10 KRAMER. ANDREW 8 Lowell Dr.. Farmingdale: Football 10. 11. 12 Lacrosse 10 KRAMMER. SCOTT 235 N. Syracuse Ave.. N. Massapequa: Tennis 10 Winter Track 10. 11 Spring Track 10 Key Club 10 KREBS. FRANK 25 Cheryl La.. Farmingdale: Photo Club 11. 12 Honor Society 12 KREUSSLING. LORI 20 Val Page St.. Farm- ingdale: Playcrafters 10. 11. 12 KRUG. DIANA 519 Secatogue Ave.. Farm- ingdale KRUG. HELEN 22 Scholl Dr., Farmingdale KUNZ, LORI 300 Van Cott Ave.. Farmingdale KUNZE. BARBARA 200 N. Michigan Ave . N. Massapequa KURAS. KATHY 5 Val Page St.. Farmingdale: Bye Bye Birdie 11 Senior Directory 167 KWIATKOWSKI. CHRISTINE 14 W Chestnut St.. Farmingdale: Hl-Llfe Assistant Organization Editor 10 Hl-Llfe Events Editor 11 Hl-Llfe Editor-in-Chief 12 Honor Society 11. 12 Ski Club 12 LABBATE. VINCENT 343 Linden St.. Massa- pequa Park: Informal School 11.12 LABITZKE. SUZANNE 6 Fourth Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Future Secretaries 10. 11. 12 Honor Society 10.11. 12 LACKNER. JOAN 251 Albany Ave . N Massa- pequa: Cheerleading 10, 11. 12 LAGANO. MARGARET 424 First Ave.. Massa- pequa Park LAMB. TAMMY 6 Sullivan Ave.. Farmingdale LAMB. THERESA 157 Woodward Pkwy.. Farm- ingdale LANG. GERARD 117 Greenway Dr.. Farm- ingdale LANKFORD. ANN 3 Morgan La.. Farmingdale: Band 10. 11. 12 Badmintion 10. 11. 12 Marching Band 10. 11. 12 Winter Track 10 Manager 11. 12 Spring Track 10. 11. 12 Manager 10. 11. 12 Girls Leaders Club 11. 12 Treasurer 12 LANZO. KELLY 15 Powell St.. Farmingdale: Fu- ture Secretaries 12 Future Business Leaders 12 Honor Society 12 LAPLACA. VALERIE 9 North Pepper Cir.. Mas- sapequa: Orchestra 10, 11. 12 King and I Pit Band 12 A.V.A. 10 LATHURAS. CHRISTINE 6 Rita PI.. Farm- ingdale: Basketball 10. 11. 12 Swimming 10. 11. 12 Softball 10. 11. 12 Volleyball 10. 11. 12 Informal School 11. 12 LAUGHTON. DARENE 23 Michel Ave.. Farm- ingdale LEFTAKES. KENNETH 269 N. Atlanta Ave.. N. Massapequa: Orchestra 10. 11. 12 Chorus 10. 11. 12 Science Lab Squad 11 Treasurer 11 Bowling League 10 LEONE. JACQUELINE 90 Motor Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Diving Team 10 LEONE. LINDA 94 Clinton St.. Farmingdale: BOCES 12 LEPANO. JAMES 4 Elm Ave.. Farmingdale LEROUX. JAMES 214 N. Linden St.. N. Massa- pequa LESTER. TERRY 17 DuBois Ave.. Amityville LETTIERE. JEANNINE 37 Parkdale Dr.. Farm- ingdale: AVA 10. 11. 12 Playcrafters 10. 11 Green Room Players 10 Orchestra 10. 11. 12 LEVINE. ANDREW 111 Sunset Dr.. N. Massa- pequa LEVY. KARALYN 180 N. Kentucky Ave.. N Mas- sapequa: Orchestra 10. 11. 12 LEVY. MINDY 187 N. Delaware Ave.. N. Massa- pequa: Dalerettes 10. 11. 12 Playcrafters 11 LICASTRO. MICHELLE 36 Radcliffe Ave.. Farm- ingdale LIEBLICH. SARAH 203 Thomas Powell Blvd . Farmingdale: Orchestra 11 Marching Band 12. 11. 12 Honor Society 11. 12 Symphonic Band 10. 11. 12 LINK. ROBERT 18 Barbara Dr.. Farmingdale: BOCES 11. 12 LIPORI, RONALD 68 Lockwood Ave.. Farm- ingdale LISK. KAREN 155 Washington St.. Farmingdale: Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Pit Band 11. 12 Orchestra 10. 11. 12 Volleyball 10. 11. 12 Softball 10 Wind Ensemble 10. 11. 12 Dance Band 10. 11. 12 Marching Band 10. 11. 12 Pep Band 10. 11. 12 LONIGRO. PHILIP 600 Conklin St.. Farmingdale: Football 10. 11 Wrestling 10. 11 Lacrosse 10. 11,12 Paper Lion Photo-Editor 11. 12 Hl-Llfe 11. 12 Photo-Editor 12 LOOS. MICHAEL 181 N. Idaho Ave.. N Massa- pequa: History Club 11. President 11 Paper Lion 11.12 Photography Club 11, 12 LOPEZ. ROLANDO 109 W Walnut St.. Farm- ingdale LORENZEN. KAREN 50 Vanderwater St.. Farm- ingdale LOVERDE. SALVATORE 1094 Broadway N. Massapequa LUCCHESE. MARGARET 311 Van Cott Ave.. Farmingdale: BOCES 12 LUDWIG. KURT 171 N. Maple St.. N. Massa- pequa: Cross Country 11. 12 Winter Track 11. 12 Spring Track 10. 11 Paper Lion 12. Sports Writer LUICK. CHARLES 381 East Blvd . N Massa- pequa LUISI. GREGG 22 Larkspur Ct., Farmingdale LYONS. JACQUELINE 37 Lawrence St.. Farm- ingdale: Informal School 11. 12 MACAGNONE. MARGUERITE 128 Michel Ave , Farmingdale: Playcrafters 11. 12 AVA 11. 12 Ski Club 10. 11. 12 Students Activities Coun- cil 11. 12. Administrative Asst. 11. President 12 MACARI. MARYLOU 80 Fallwood Pkwy.. Farm- ingdale: Sophomore Class President. SAC 12. President 12 Ski Club 10. 11 MacCALLUM, JOYCE 276 N Michigan Ave.. N Massapequa MAGGIO. LISA 20 McKinley Ave., Farmingdale MAGNAN. ELLEN 52 West Dr.. N. Massapequa MAHONEY. JAYNE 113 Intervale Ave.. Farm- ingdale MAHONEY. STEPHEN 113 Intervale Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Basketball 10 MAILMAN. STEPHANIE 2 Juliana Rd.. Massa- pequa Park: Gymnastics 10 Informal School 11. 12 MAIONE. MARIA 115 Woodward Pkwy.. Farm- ingdale: Muse Media 10. 11. 12 Future Secretaries 11. 12 Interact 11. 12 Play- crafters 11 MAKELY. STEPHEN 50 Oakwood Ave . Farm- ingdale: Football 11 MAKUSKIE. KEVIN 240 VanCott Ave.. Farm- ingdale. Muse Media 10. 11. 12 MALKIN. LORI 14 Larkspur Ct., Farmingdale: Playcrafters 10. 11. 12 Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Orchestra 11. 12 Marching Band 10. 11. 12 Symphonic Band 10. 11. 12 MALONEY. MARIE 23 Hitchcock La.. Farm- ingdale: Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Ski Club 10. 11. 12 Below: A student. Lisa Hall, and Kurt Ludwig learn concepts in real estate through playing Monopoly in an economics class. MANGIERI. THERESA 125 Michael Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Playcrafters 11 MANGIO. BRUCE 194 Utica Ave.. N. Massa- pequa MANN. GLENN 101 Lockwood Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Green Room Players 10 World of Mime 11 Playcrafters 12 MANZIONE. STEVEN 30 Grant St.. Farmingdale MARIANI. ANTHONY 65 Beechwood St.. Farm- ingdale MARINO. KATHLEEN 6 Paine Ave.. Farmingdale MARINO. SALVATORE 1078 N. Broadway. N. Massapequa MARK. GLENN 6 Wall St.. Farmingdale MARKLAND, KAREN 29 Second Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Band 10. 11. 12 Marching Band 10. 11. 12 MARMARO. GARY 4 W. Chestnut St.. Farm- ingdale MARTENS. DAVID 20 Grant St.. Farmingdame MARTIN. KATHLEEN 111 Intervale Ave . Farm- ingdale MARZAGALLI, MAUREEN 168 N. Oak St.. N. Massapequa MASON. PATRICIA 67 Oakwood Ave. Farm- ingdale: Dalerettes 11. 12 Treasurer 12 MASSIAN. DANIEL 157 Maple St.. N. Massa- pequa MAZZEO. BRIAN 14 Lois La., Farmingdale: D E C.A. 10 Future Business Leaders 11. 12 McALPINE. MIKE 100 N. Oak St.. N. Massa- pequa: Daler Pressmen 12 McBRIDE. THOMAS 11 Oakwood Ave.. Farm- ingdale 168 Senior Directory McCAFFREY. THOMAS 2 Yoakum St.. Farm- ingdale: Football 11 Golf 11,12 Lacrosse 10 McCANN. SUSAN 94 Fallwood Pkwy. Farm- ingdale: Softball 10 Girls Leaders Club 11. 12 Class Vice-President 10 McCONVILLE. JOE 558 Oakdale Ave.. Massa pequa Park: Football 10. 11. 12 McDANEL. ROBERT 41 Grant St.. Farmingdale MCDONOUGH. THOMAS 48 Michael Ave.. Farmingdale: Swimming 10 Softball 10. 11. 12 McGLONE. EVELYN 2 Beverly Rd.. Farmingdale McGRATH. LISA 148 Prospect St.. Farmingdale: Class Secretary 10 McGUIRK. THOMAS 23 W Spencer St.. Farm- ingdale: Wrestling 10 Winter Track 11. 12 Spring Track 10. 11. 12 Cross Country 11. 12 Honor Society 10. 11, 12 Math League 10. 11. 12 Interact 11. 12 McKENZIE. LINDA 151 Baiting Place Rd.. Farm- ingdale: Drama 10 McNAMEE. MILES 52 Woodward Pkwy . Farm- ingdale: Bowling League 10. 11 Print Shop 12 President 12 McLOUGHLIN. DOROTHEA 27 Michael Ave . Farmingdale McNAMARA. BARBARA 30 McKinley Ave. Farmingdale McNULTY. AUDREY 19 Bruce La.. Farmingdale. Dalerettes 10 MEADE. CHRISTOPHER 195 Grant Ave.. Farm- ingdale MEGE, JACQUELINE 101 Linden St.. Massa- pequa Park: Paper Lion 10, 11 Softball 10 Ski Club 10. 11. 12 MEIER. THOMAS 239 N. Kentucky Ave.. N. Mas- sapequa: Football 10 Baseball 10. 11. 12 MELITO. JOANNE: 177 Fallwood Pkwy.. Farm- ingdale: Future Secretaries 12 MEO. WILLIAM 128 Willard Ave.. Farmingdale: A.V.A. 10. 11. 12 MESSANA. RALPH 196 Utica Ave.. N Massa- pequa MESSINA. ANDY 224 Poplar St.. N Massa- pequa MESSINA. STEPHEN 22 Val Page St.. Farm- ingdale MILLER. JUDITH 136 Michael Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Cheerleading 10. 11. 12 Gymnastics 10. 11. 12 MILLER. PAM 189 N. Uitica Ave.. N Massa- pequa MISA. RICHARD 221 Michigan Ave.. N Massa- pequa MOFFETT. CHRISTINE 132 Jefferson Rd.. Farmingdale: Informal School 11. 12 MOGAVERO. ANTHONY 84 Michael Ave.. Farm- ingdale MOTANY. MARGARET 7 Paula Dr.. Farm- ingdale MONTGOMERY. KARA 90 Queens Ave.. Massa- pequa. Playcrafters 11 MORAN. SUSAN 20 Block Ter.. Farmingdale: Future Business Leaders 12 Hl-Llfe 12 MORDIGLIA. GINA 164 Merritts Rd.. Farm- ingdale MORONEY. CHRISTINE 30 Cedar St.. Farm- ingdale MORTON. BARBARA 22 Hitchcock La.. Farm- ingdale: Student Art Gallery 10. 11 Paper Lion 11 Ski Club 11. 12 MOONEY. KATHLEEN 9 Dorset La.. Farm- ingdale: Future Secretaries 12 MULDOON. DOREEN 120 Plitt Ave . Farm- ingdale: Twirling 10 World of Mime 11 Play- crafters 12 Green Room Players 10. 11 A.V.A. 12 MULE. LISA 172 N. Oak St.. N. Massapequa: A.V.A. 10 MULLER. DANA 71 W Oak St.. Farmingdale: Track 10 MULLER. DIANE 219 Radcliffe Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Class Secretary 11.12 MUNACO. MARIA 20 Maria Ct.. N. Massapequa MURPHY. EDWARD 278 Linden St.. Massa- pequa Park: Basketball 10. 11. 12 Key Club 11,12 Honor Society 11,12 Paper Lion 12 MURPHY. MICHELLE 20 Spencer St.. Farm- ingdale MURRAY. JOSEPH 31 Garfield Ave.. Farm- ingdale MUSSO. DONALD 53 Radcliffe Ave.. Farm- ingdale MYRATO. CHRISTOPHER 1 Oak St.. Farm- ingdale: Animal Room 10. 11. 12 NARANTZINIS. MARIA 25 Merritts Rd.. Farm- ingdale NASH. MANUEL 25 Willard Ave . Farmingdale: Softball Intramurals 10. 11. 12 NASLONSKI. WILLIAM 120 Louis St.. N Massa- pequa: Football 10. 11. 12 Lacrosse 10. 11. 12 NAZARIAN. STEPHEN 8 Bruce La.. Farm- ingdale NEIMAN. PAUL 80 Rose St.. Massapequa Park NELSON. KATHRYN 537 Rockne Ave . Massa- pequa Park NEUFELD. DOLORES 43 Spruce St.. Farm- ingdale NICIFORO, DIANA 16 Val Page St.. Farmingdale NIESIG. DIANA 535 Secatogue Ave . Farm- ingdale: Honor Society 10. 11. 12 NOLAN, ANN MARIE 25 Lois La.. Farmingdale: Theatre Club 11 Playcrafters 12 Interact 12 Hi-Life Business Assistant 12 NOLAN. JOHN 9 Rhonda Ter., Farmingdale NOLL, JOANN 173 N. Idaho Ave.. Massapequa NOWAKOWSKI. GARY 70 Clinton Ave . Farm- ingdale O BRIEN. PATRICIA 163 Queens Ave.. N. Mas- sapequa O BRIEN. PATRICIA 223 N. Beech St.. N. Mas- sapequa: Basketball 10 Winter Track 11. 12 O’CONNOR. NOREEN 15 Cinque Dr.. Farm- ingdale: Annie Get Your Gun 10 World of Mime 11 Theater Club 11 Honor Society 12 P.T.A. Fashion Show 11,12 OLIVERI, CATHY Linden St.. Massapequa Park OLSEN. ERIC 206 Willard Ave.. Farmingdale OLSEWSKI. ROLAND 5 Poplar Ave.. Farm- ingdale OROBONA. CATHERINE 65 William St.. Farm- ingdale: Basketball 10 Hi -Life 11. 12 Hi-Ufe Events Editor 12 Informal School 11,12 ORTIZ. LINDA 3 Cedar Ave . Farmingdale OSTERFELD. MICHELLE 182 West Dr.. N. Mas- sapequa Muse Media 10 World of Mime 10. 12 Exchange student to Japan 11 Inter- act 12 O’SULLIVAN. JOHN 27 Florgate Rd.. Farm- ingdale: Football 10 Basketball 10 Baseball 10. 11. 12 Honor Society 11,12 O’SULLIVAN. THERESA 20 Cinque Dr.. Farm- ingdale: Informal School 11. 12 Softball 10 Swimming 11. 12 Track 12 OWEN. DEIRDRE 124 Lockwood Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Gymnastics 10 Cheerleading 10. 11. 12 PABST, KRISTA 5 Cedar PI.. Farmingdale: Marching Band 10. 11. 12 Concert Band 10. 11. 12 Student Art Gallery 12 Class Treasur- er 11. 12 PACHON. MAURICIO 71 Intervale Ave.. Farm- ingdale PAGE. ROBERT 214 Fulton St.. Farmingdale: Lacrosse 10. 11 PALINO. DANIEL 19 First Ave.. Farmingdale PALOTTA. RALPH 188 N. Queens Ave.. N. Mas- sapequa: Daler Pressmen 10. 11. 12 PALUBIN. RICHARD 76 Michael Ave.. Farm- ingdale PALUZZI. ROBERTO 9 Colombia Ave.. Farm- ingdale PAPAGNO. MICHAEL 4 Tomes Ave . Farm- ingdale PARENTE. PAUL 2 Pine Ave.. Farmingdale PARIS. MICHAEL 28 Graham St.. Farmingdale PARTENZA. LISA 7 Junard Dr.. Farmingdale PASCUZZO. ANTONELLA 7 Second Ave.. Farmingdale PASQUARIELLO. KERRI 85 N. Pine St.. Massa- pequa Future Secretaries 12 PASTOR. BARBARA 114 Intervale AVe. Farm- ingdale PATERSON. JAMIE 63 Crestwood Blvd.. Farm- ingdale PELLEGRINI. BARBARA 16 Merokee PI.. Farm- ingdale: Green White Shop 12 PENN, DERRICK 90 Monroe Sr.. Amityville PENNA. FREDERICK 204 N. Utica Ave . N Mas- sapequa: Golf 11 PENNINO. PATRICIA 10 Leanore Dr.. Farm- ingdale: Muse Media 10. 11. 12 Honor Society 11. 12 Lab Squad 10. 11 PEPE. JACQUELINE 241 N. Wisconsin Ave.. N. Massapequa PERCUDANI. JOHN 1489 Lakeshore Dr.. Mas- sapequa Park PERETTINE. JOSEPH 225 Aster St.. Massa- pequa Park: Cross Country 11. 12 Winter Track 11. 12 Spring Track 11, 12 Varsity Leaders Club 12 PERILLO. ANTHONY 235 Kentucky Ave.. Mas- sapequa PERRONE, ROBERTA 3 Seville PI.. Massa- pequa Park: Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Paper Lion 10. 11. 12 Volleyball 10. 11. 12 Ski Club 10. 11. 12 Girls Leaders Club 12 PERSAMPIRE. JOSEPH 235 N Boston Ave.. Massapequa PETRERA. PASQUALA 28 Maria Ct.. N Massa- pequa: Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Paper Lion 10. 11. 12 Soccer 10 Ski Club 12 PHALEN, PETER 15 Alexander Dr.. Farmingdale PHILLIPS. MARCY 399 Violet St.. Massapequa Park: Informal School 11. 12 Orchestra 10, 11. 12 PIAZZA. PAUL 2 Ninth Ave.. Farmingdale: Green White Shop 12 PITTELLI. JAMES 28 Hallock St.. Farmingdale PLACA. ANNMARIE 58 Crescent Dr.. Farm- ingdale POORMAN. DONNA 4 Columbia St.. Farm- ingdale PORCELLI. CHRISTINE 821 Main St.. Farm- ingdale PORPORA. DIANE 72 Radcliff Ave.. Farm- ingdale POSILLICO. LISA 52 Yoakum St.. Farmingdale: Swim Team 10 POSILLICO. LORIANN 54 Prospect St.. Farm- ingdale POWELL. RICHARD 11 Lyons St.. Farmingdale: Softball 10. 11 POWERS. MICHELLE 183 Grant Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Annie Get Your Gun 10 Bye Bye Birdie 11 Paper Lion 10 A.V.A. 11. 12 PRICE. ELLEN 215 N. Linden St.. N Massa- pequa: Playcrafters 10 Marching Band 10. 11, 12 Future Business Leaders 11 Student Activities Council 12 Green White Shop 11.12 PRINZIVALLI. PETER 37 Second Ave.. Farm- ingdale PRISTINA. LISA 155 East Dr.. PROEFREIDT. GERARD 7 Cherry St.. Farmingdale: Wrestling 10. 11. 12 Gymnastics 12 Senior Directory 169 PUCCIARELLI. JOANNE 117 Edward St.. N. Massapequa: Twirlers 10 Green White Shop 11 Student Activities Council 12 QUEEN. KAREN 23 Wall St.. Farmingdale QUINN. BRIAN 217 Franklin St.. Massapequa Park: Lacrosse 10. 11. 12 Honor Society 12 Varsity Leaders Club 12 QUINN. JULIE 20 Langdon St.. Farmingdale QUINN. RUTH 217 Franklin St.. Massapequa Park QUINN. TOM 75 Lockwood Ave . Farmingdale: Football 10. 11 QUINN. WILLIAM 158 Sunset Ave.. Farmingdale RAAD. JOHN 10 Iris PI.. Massapequa RAGUSO. MARY 99 Lambert Ave.. Farmingdale: Dalerettes 11. 12 RAND. SUSAN 27 Walnut Ave.. S. Farmingdale RECINOS, DAVID 44 Melville Rd., Farmingdale: Soccer 10. 11 REGAN. BRIAN 3 Lois La., Farmingdale REGULA. RENEE 178 Intervale Ave.. Farm- ingdale REICHEL. CHARLES 17 Licanore Dr.. Farm- ingdale: Ski Club 10. 11. 12 Key Club 10. 11. 12 Lacrosse 10, 11. 12 Gymnastics 11. 12 Honor Society 11.12 Winter Track 11.12 REICHEL. JAMES 18 Radcliff La.. Farmingdale: Bowling 10. 11 REIDLINGER. PATRICIA 19 Kent La.. Farm- ingdale REIFERT. KEVIN 88 Lambert Ave . Farmingdale REILLY. LINDA 142 Sunset Ave.. Farmingdale: Gymnastics 10. 11. 12 RENAULT, SCOTT 5 Lenore Dr., Farmingdale RICH. PAULETTE 73 Walnut Ave.. Farmingdale RIEHL. ARTHUR 45 Vandewater St.. Farm- ingdale RIEGNER. SANDY 209 N. Boston Ave., N. Mas- sapequa RIMLAND. JOSEPH 8 Hyman Dr.. Farmingdale: Science Club 10. 11. 12 Student Activities Council 10. 11 Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Photography Club 12 HI-LHe 12 RONDOS. STEPHEN 6 Edward Ct.. Farmingdale RIZZI. JOANNE 222 N Atlanta Ave.. N. Massa- pequa: Future Secretaries 12 RIOS. JOSEPH 8 Copeland PI.. Farmingdale ROBITZEK. VICTORIA 239 Yoakum Ave.. Farm- ingdale RIZZUTO. FRANK 203 W. Kentucky Ave.. N. Massapequa ROBINSON. CHRISTOPHER 104 Edward St.. N. Massapequa ROLLERO, DANIEL 38 Front St.. Farmingdale ROMANO. MICHELE 9 W Walnut St.. Farm- ingdale: Dalerettes 10 ROMANO. ROSARIO 105 Walnut St.. Farm- ingdale ROMEO. MARIA 28 Damin Dr.. Farmingdale ROSA. MICHELE 169 N. Elm St.. N Massa- pequa: BOCES 11,12 ROSS. LAURIE 204 Cherry St.. Farmingdale: Band 10. 11. 12 ROTTER. LINDA 211 Cherry St.. Farmingdale ROUSE. GREGORY 165 N. Beech St.. N. Mas- sapequa: Baseball 10 ROUVAS. ANNA 20 Loenard St., Farmingdale: Class Vice-President 12 ROWAN. LYNDA 24 Powell St.. Farmingdale: Informal School 11. 12 RUBENACKER. PETER 129 Lambert Ave.. Farmingdale RUGEN. JOHN 133 East Dr.. N. Massapequa RUPPRECHT. CINDY 35 Brookdale Dr., Farm- ingdale RUSSO. RICHARD 2 Sixth Ave.. Farmingdale RUTKOWSKI. MARY 55 West Dr.. N. Massa- pequa: Muse Media 10 Ski Club 10. 12 Interact 11, 12 World Of Mime 11 Green Room Players 11 RYBACKI. SHARON 37 Lourae Dr.. Massapequa Park SABAL. JOHN 524 Oakdale Ave.. Massapequa Park SACCENTE. LINDA 400 Fulton St.. Apt. 9A. Farmingdale SADOWSKY. GARY 217 Walker St.. Massa- pequa Park: Wrestling 10 Lacrosse 10 Paper Lion 11.12 Honor Society 11.12 SADOWSKY. THERESA 370 Martins PI.. Massa- pequa Park SALVATO. CANDI 470 Charles Ave.. Massa- pequa Park SANTANA. ANNETTE 112 Charles St.. N. Mas- sapequa SANTORO. KATHY 444 Roosevelt Ave . Massa- pequa Park SARDINIA. MICHAEL 129 North Drive. N. Mas- sapequa SASSO. GEORGE 16 Grant St.. Farmingdale SATO. YUKA 182 West Dr.. N. Massapequa: Exchange Student 12 SAVICKI, JUDITH 77 Kevin St.. Farmingdale: Pamoja 10 SCARANGELLA. JILL 3 Michelle Ave.. Farm- ingdale SCHABER. RISA 347 Balchen St.. Massapequa Park: Paper Lion 10. 11. 12 Hi-Llfe 11 Ski Club 11.12 SCHELHORN. CATHERINE 115 Michael Ave.. Farmingdale: Cheerleading 10. 11. 12 Girls Track 10. 11. 12 Winter Track 10. 11. 12 Girls Leaders Club 11. 12 Honor Society 11. 12 Hl-Life 12 SCHILT. DAVID 192 N. Boston Ave.. N Massa- pequa SCHINNERER. CHRIS 106 North Drive. N Mas- sapequa SCHNALL. FREDERICK 7 Taylor Dr.. Farm- ingdale SCHNALL. LINDA 111 North Dr.. N. Massa- pequa SCHNETZER. DOREEN 4 Mill Rd.. Farmingdale: Honor Society 11.12 SCHRANK. LINDA 205 Willard Ave.. Farm- ingdale SCHREIBER. KENNETH 791 N. Elm St.. N Mas- sapequa SCHRIMPW. DEBBIE 65 Lockwood Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Track 10. 11. 12 SCHIRIRO. PAUL 121 Prospect St.. Farm- ingdale: A.V.A. 10. 11. 12 Playcrafters 11. 12 SCHROADER. DEBBIE 51 Carmans Rd.. Farm- ingdale: Dalerettes 10, 11, 12 SCHWARTZ. MARK 219 N. Wisconsin Ave.. N Massapequa: A.V.A. 10. 11. 12 Playcrafters 10. 11. 12 Honor Society 11. 12 Student Activities Council 10. 11 Dance Marathon 11 Senior Talent Show 11, 12 P.T.A. Fashion Show 11 SEBASTIANO. MATTHEW 50 Merritt Rd.. Farm- ingdale SEBASTOPOLI. ANGIE 39 Scholl Dr.. Farm- ingdale SEEBERGER, ARTHYR 88 Lawrence St.. Farm- ingdale: Football 10. 11 Lacrosse 10 Golf 11. 12 Varsity Leaders Club 11 SELLITTI. DEBBIE 15 Lincoln St., Farmingdale SELMAN, NAN 443 Park La.. Massapequa Park: Informal School 11. 12 SERRA, DONNA 8 Parkdale Dr., Farmingdale SELVAGGIO. ANTHONY 7 Birch Cir.. Farm- ingdale SENECAL. DIANE 1 Bonwit Cir.. Farmingdale SEPE. JANICE 92 Woodward Pkwy.. Farm- ingdale: Dalerettes 10. 11. 12 Tennis 12 In- formal School 11. 12 SERNIAK. PATRICIA 433 Staples St.. Farm- ingdale SETZER. KATHLEEN 8 Shirley Ct.. Farmingdale SHAPIRO. MICHAEL 37 Cheryl La.. Farmingdale SHAW. SUSAN 1477 Lakeshore Dr.. Massa- pequa Park SHEA. KERRI 94 Midwood Ave.. Farmingdale: Softball 10 SHEDEL. LORRAINE 84 Midwood Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Annie Get Your Gun 10 SHILLIDAY. CAROL 26 Hazel Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Informal School 11. 12 Playcrafters SICHLER. ROBERT 10 Pepper Cir.. Massa- pequa: Football 10. 11. 12 Lacrosse 10, 11. 12 Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Ski Club 11. 12 Paper Lion 11,12 Winter Track 10 SIC LARI, DIANE 35 Woodward Pkwy.. Farm- ingdale: Dalerettes 10 SILVERSTEIN, LISA 23 Lincoln St.. Farm- ingdale Muse Media 10 Honor Society 10. 11.12 Playcrafters 11. 12 SISCO. WAYNE 69 Hallak St.. Farmingdale SMITH. CYNTHIA 30 Duane St.. Farmingdale SMITH. DONNA 115 N. Elm St.. N. Massapequa SMITH. WILLIAM 180 Baiting Rd.. Farmingdale: Soccer 10 Baseball 10 SNYDER. JOSEPH 19 Robin La.. Farmingdale SOLDANO. CARMINE 218 Balchen St.. Massa- pequa Park: Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Bowl- ing 10. 11. 12 Muse Media 11,12 SOTIS. MATTHEW 146 Fairview Rd.. Farm- ingdale SPADA. DOMENIC 11 Third Ave.. Farmingdale: Paper Lion 12 Lacrosse 10. 11. 12 SPANN. MINDA 22 Lupidia St , Amityville 170 Senior Directory SPERLING. LINDA 97 Pine St.. N. Massapequa: Concert Band 10. 11. 12 Marching Band 10. 11 Orchestra 10. 11 Honor Society 11. 12 Math League 10. 11. 12 Wind Ensemble 11 SPIEGELEIRE. RICHARD 21 Beverly Rd.. Farm- ingdale: Baseball 10, 11, 12 SPINA. CHRISTOPHER 43 Laurae Dr.. Massa- pequa SPOSATO. FRANK 119 Duane St.. Farmingdale SPREIZER. GISELLA 26 W. Walnut St.. Farm- ingdale: Honor Society 10. 11. 12 Band 10. 11. 12 Orchestra 10. 11. 12 STAFFORD. RICHARD 420 Central Dr.. Massa- pequa STANTON. DONNA 33 Matthew St.. Farm- ingdale STAUDER. JODI 144 Fallwood Pkwy.. Farm- ingdale STAWECK. BARBARA 117 Fadcliff Ave.. Farm- ingdale STONEBRIDGE. SUSAN 220 Greenwich Ave , Massapequa Park: Future Secretaries 10, 12 Future Business Leaders 12 STRAUHS. LINDA 143 Intervale Ave.. Farm- ingdale STOUT. HOLLY 15 Hazel Ave.. Farmingdale: Playcrafters 10. 12 STUDDERT. CHRIS 89 Lambert Ave . Farm- ingdale: Cheerleading 10 Track 10. 11 Vol- leyball 11 Honor Society 11. 12 Future Sec- retaries 12 Hi-Ufe 12 STUDDERT. AMRY 256 N. Delaware Ave., Mas- sapequa: Cheerleading 10. 12 SULKESS, MITCHELL 9 Paula Dr.. Farmingdale SULLIVAN. CHRISTOPHER 36 West Dr., Massa- pequa SULLIVAN. GLENN 145 Sunset Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Honor Society 10. 11. 12 SUSEVEN. HERMAN 123 Michael Ave., Farm- ingdale SUTHERLAND. JERRY 18 Park Cir.. Farm- ingdale: Informal School 12 TAICLET. RENEE 87 W Oak St.. Farmingdale: Dalerettes 10. 11 TANEN. JEFFREY 96 N. Pine St.. N. Massa- pequa: Tennis 10. 11. 12 Varsity Leaders Club 11. 12 Paper Lion 10. 11. 12 Key Club 12 TARANELLA. ED 205 N. Elm St., Massapequa TARDALO. ANTHONY 6 Seventh Ave.. Farm- ingdale: Football 10. 11, 12 TASIK. SUSAN 96 N Beech St.. Massapequa TENNY, CARL 122 Lockwood Ave., Farm- ingdale TERRY. GENE 66 Cinque Dr.. Farmingdale: Baseball 10 Soccer 10 Paper Lion 10 THANNHAUSER, LISA 479 Charles Ave.. Mas- sapequa Park: Band 10. 11. 12 THEAL. KARA 14 Terrace View Rd.. Farm- ingdale: Paper Lion 10 Paper Lion Feature Editor 11 Paper Lion Sports Editor 12 Honor Society 12 THOMPSON. CHRIS 112 Lambert Ave.. Farm- ingdale TILLELI. FRANCES 42 Vandewater St.. Farm- ingdale TILLELI, SOPHIA 42 Vandewater St.. S. Farm- ingdale TOMEO. JOHN 5 Dorothy Ct., Farmingdale: P per Lion TORCHIANO. ANTHONY 33 Linden St.. Massa- pequa Park: J.V. Football 10 TORIO. JOSEPH 206 Utica Ave.. Massapequa TRAGER. SCOTT 2 Jean La.. Massapequa Park: Green White Shop 11 Student Man- ager 11 TRAVIS. TAMMY 118 Walnut St.. Farmingdale. Green Room Players 11. 12 Playcrafters 11. 12 TRIPOLI. LUCIA 74 Vandewater St., Farm- ingdale: Muse Media 10 Muse Media Non-Fiction Editor 11 Muse 4 Media Fiction Editor 12 Honor Society 10. 11. 12 TROIANO. ARTHUR 47 Crestwood Blvd.. Farm- ingdale TROIANO. MICHAEL 163 Oak St.. Massapequa Park TROLLINGER. DANA 47 Adams St.. S. Farm- ingdale TROPIANO. LAURA 114 Sunset Dr.. N. Massa- pequa TROSTERMAN. MITCHELL 231 Linden St.. Massapequa Park: Intramural Basketball 10. 11,12 Photo Club 12 Tennis 12 TSAPELIS. NICKOLAS 187 Queens Ave.. Mas- sapequa TULLY. EILEEN 1 Fifth Ave.. Farmingdale TURNER. BONNIE 102 Sullivan Ave . Farm- ingdale: Varsity Volleyball 11 J.V. Softball 11 UPTON. CURTIS 183 Staples St.. Farmingdale VALENTI. CHERYL 39 Cedar Dr.. Farmingdale: Muse 4 Media 10. 11 Muse 4 Media Poetry Editor 11 Future Business Leaders 12 Hi-Life 12 VALVANO. EVA 9 Leanore Drive. Framingdale: Future Homemakers 10 Photo Club 12 VANEWYK, PATRICK 140 N. Linden St.. N. Mas- sapequa VANVALKENBURGH. ROBERT 5 S Pepper Cir.. Massapequa VASSALLO. LAUREN 565 Rockne Ave . Massa- pequa Park VATTER. JOHN 18 Grant St.. Farmingdale: Hockey 10. 11. 12 J.V. Football 10 Varsity Football 11. 12 VENEZIA. MICHAEL 111 Woodward Pkwy, Farmingdale VENTURINO. DONNA 40 West Dr.. Massapequa VERGA. AUDREY 143 Washington St . Farm- ingdale: Student Activities Council 10. 11. 12 Student Sports Activities 10. 11 VESPE. MARGARET 35 Grant St.. S. Farm- ingdale VEZZI. JOHN 31 Lowell Dr.. Farmingdale: Green Room Players 10 VOLBERG, PETER 80 Jerome Dr.. Farmingdale: Muse 4 Media 10. 12 WAGNER. BRIAN 154 Intervale Ave., Farm- ingdale WAGNER. CHRIS 92 Linden St.. Massapequa Park WALDECK. LINDA 57 Mill Rd.. Farmingdale WALLACE. CATHY 26 Linwood Ave.. Farm- ingdale. J.V. Softball 10 WARD. JOHN 2 Faureto St.. Farmingdale WARREN. SHELLEY 70 Oakwood Ave.. Farm- ingdale WASSMUTH. DONNA 4 Carman Ct.. Farm- ingdale WEGLEIN. SUSAN 108 James St.. N Massa- pequa: Swimming 10, 11. 12 Twirlers 11. 12 Captain 12 Chorus 10, 11, 12 WEIDEN, MARY ELLEN 36 Jefferson Rd.. Farm- ingdale: Informal School 11,12 WEINER. BRUCE 246 Wyoming Ave . N. Massa- pequa: J.V. Basketball 10 Varsity Basketball 11. 12 Paper Lion 12 WEISBROD. RON 155 Crestwood Blvd.. Farm- ingdale WENNBORG. JOHAN 11 S. Pepper Cir.. Massa- pequa WETHERALL. TOM 10 Midwood Ave.. S. Farm- ingdale WHALEY. JOANNE 106 Ernest St.. N. Massa- pequa WHITE. KATHLEEN 26 Cypress St.. Farm- ingdale: Playcrafters 10. 11. 12 A.V.A. 12 WIETING. LORI 25 Pinetree Dr.. Farmingdale WILLI. KATH111 Leslie La.. N. Massapequa WILLIAMS. CHRISTINE 55 Carmans Rd.. S. Farmingdale WILLIAMS. SUSAN 30 Third Ave.. Farmingdale WILSON. CHERYL 46 Linden St. S. Farm- ingdale WILSON, RAY 59 Hallock St.. Farmingdale WOLCOTT RITA 700 Fulton St.. Apt-22. Farm- ingdale WOLFE. PATRICIA 141 Hillside Rd., Farm- ingdale WOODS. DWAYNE 23 Johnson St.. Farmingdale WORKER. KEN 67 W. Walnut St.. Farmingdale WORTHINGTON. MICHAEL 27 Seventh Ave.. Farmingdale: Ski Club 10. 11, 12 Muse 4 Media 11 YOUNG. EILEEN 189 N. Delaware Ave.. N Mas- sapequa ZACHAMNN, LAURA 282 Lden St.. Massapequa Park ZAFFRANO. REGINA 38 Lockwood Ave . Farm- ingdale ZAMBENEDETTI. ROBERTO 204 N. Detroit Ave . N. Massapeque: J.V. Soccer 10 ZIMMERMAN. JANET 26 Sixth Ave.. Farm- ingdale ZINGARINO, GLENN 101 Merritt Rd.. Farm- ingdale: Wrestling 10, 11 Cross Country 11 Paper Lion 11,12 ZIVITOFSKY, ALISA 319 Maryland Ave.. Massa- pequa Park Paper Lion 11. 12 ZIZZO, LISA 123 Washington St.. S. Farm- ingdale Senior Directory 171 Above. A graduating VLC member commands six initiates to perform bizarre stunts in order to prove they are worthy of acceptance. IN DE A school day that ends at two o’clock is enough for many students, but others want to get more out of their three years here than just academics. Their inter- est in exploring fields out- side of the classroom pro- vides the backbone of the school's large network of organizations. Clubs goes beyond sim- ply describing the extra- curricular groups here at Farmingdale. It takes a spe- cial look at what students get out of their involvement in various organizations, and at why so many stu- PTH dents choose not to be in- volved in anything. It re- ports on apathy within clubs, and on what new projects are being under- taken to eliminate it. And an In-Depth article is directed towards advisors, exam- ining their feelings about the rewards and pitfalls of their jobs. The extra-curricular activ- ities cover a wide variety of fields, from volunteer work to skiing. This section chro- nicles the aspirations and aggravations of the clubs, as well as their many accomplishments. Right 12th Grade Officers: Krista Pabst. Anna Rouvas, Lisa Hall. Missing: Diane Muller. Advisor Edgar Glascot Working Hard to Regain Pride With any organized activi- ty involving the student body, there is always some- one in the background, working hard, arranging de- tails and seeing that things go smoothly. The task of planning and coordinating such activities this year went to the class officers and the Student Activities Council. Although there were only four of them from each grade, the class officers had the mammoth responsi- bility of organizing all the events that involved their entire class. For the Senior officers it was an especially busy year, because they had to choose a motto and tee shirt design and plan the Senior Banquet, trip and talent show. This kind of planning monopolized much of the officers time but they also gained valu- able experiences. “I wanted the experience in lead- ership and in working with people.” Anna Rouvas. sen- ior class vice president, stated. Elizabeth Hall, junior class secretary, added. “I wanted to do something dif- ferent that would get me in- volved with school. I really learned a lot from this.” With so many clubs in the school, it was important to coordinate their fund rais- ing activities so that there would be no conflicts, and this responsibility was just one of the jobs of the Stu- dent Activities Council. The major task facing S.A.C. this year, was to eliminate apathy and get back the pride in the school. Vice president Steve Hoffman commented, “We were just starting out, looking to the future and encouraging de- velopment among the clubs.” Aside from five officers and the advisor, Mr. Rose, the S.A.C. had a general as- sembly comprised of repre- sentatives from each club, and it served as the form of student government in the school. As a representa- tive, when I realized S.A.C. was the governing body of the school and a kind of community service organi- zation, I wanted to get more involved.” Marguerite Ma- cagnone, president, ex- plained. One of the biggest steps the club took this year was to revise its entire constitution, in the hopes of developing a more efficient and democratic form of government. Unfortunately many students who weren’t involved in clubs didn’t real- ize the kind of work S.A.C. was doing. It was hoped, therefore, that the group’s work with improving the school spirit in clubs, would reach the student body, in- directly, and eliminate some of the apathy there. Middle: 11th Grade Officers: Tom Gennaro. Dean Paul Murphy. Jonathon Taylor, Elizabeth Hall, Monica Hardiman Above: 10th Grade Officers: Dean Patrick Healy, Sandy Wall. Kristen Douglass. Linda Guercio. AnnMarie Foresta. 174 Class Officers Left: The SAC Officers Steve Hoffman. Ellen Price. Rick Dambra and Mary Lou Macari congregate around Marguerite Macagnone. their president, as she reads a notice aloud Below: A note from Mr. Rose is studied by Marguerite Macagnone. Steve Hoffman and Mary Lou Macari Middle: An SAC announcement draws the attention of officers Steve Hoffman. Marguerite Macagnone and Rick Dambra. Left: First thing in the morning. Ellen Price stops in the SAC office to check for any notices SAC 175 Below: Stage Managers Ted Beresford. Paul Shriro and Mr. Ulrlc. director, look over and finalize floor plans. Bottom: Jennifer Greenburg. portraying Anna the schoolteacher, rehearses a lesson that is to be taught to the students of Siam. Playcrafters Combine Enthusiasm and Skill Singing and dancing in front of an audience and slipping into the role of a fictional character are not tasks most students would feel comfortable per- forming. The members of the Playcrafters excelled in such activities, however, and the quality of their pro- ductions reflected their tal- ent. The bright lights and the thrill of success attracted many of the Playcrafters at a young age, and their love of performing grew through their experiences in ele- mentary and junior high school production. Despite the nervousness and appre- hension present at the shows, the performers hated to see them end. “Putting on a production is a great experience, and it provides valuable training for a future career in the theater, Liz Follet, soph- omore, explained. Although not everyone in the club wanted to make acting their life's work, many did plan to continue performing in col- lege. Unlike most clubs, which existed throughout the school year, the Play- crafters disbanded for a few months between their pro- ductions of “The King and I,” and “The Odd Couple, and not everyone who was in one play was necessarily in the other. Even when the club was dormant, however, the friendships that has formed during the seeming- ly endless hours of rehears- al remained strong. Debbie Hein, junior, remarked, We were just like one big fami- ly. We still kept in contact a great deal even after the play was over. “We just had one com- mon goal, to produce a play we could be proud of,” Mr. Ken Ulric, director stated. To achieve this goal the Playcrafters needed a lot of spirit and dedication. Glenn White, sophomore, ex- plained, “To be a Play- crafter, you had to have a lot of enthusiasm. 176 Playcrafters Above: The scenery is a vivid part of the production of the King and I. Glenn Mann and Rashmi Jagasia paint a wall of the King's palace. Left: A scene between the King's wives and Lady Chiang is rehearsed with zeal by Pam Fischel, Sharon Newman. Gail Moscowitz, Valerie Moore, and Debbie Hein. Above: The numerous wives of the King of Siam courtsey in respect when the Prince. Steve Hoffman, appears Photo Credit: Julie Malkin Playcrafters 177 Bottom: Photo Club members Doug Below: Intense concentration aides Dunn. Michael Loos and Frank Krebs Angela Guffrida In carving her examine pictures with advisor Mr. wood block. Andersen. Clubs Provide Outlet for Special Interests Having special hobbies means a lot to many stu- dents, but finding time for them among homework, jobs and other responsi- bilities can be difficult. Or- ganizations like the Student Art Gallery, Photo Club and Ski Club benefitted such students by giving them a chance to meet on a regu- lar basis with others who shared their particular inter- est. The Photo Club was com- prised of skilled amateur photographers who studied composition, developing and printing, under the di- rection Mr. Robert Ander- sen. The members dis- played their work in exhib- its, and they also spon- sored an annual photo con- test. The good relations be- tween Mr. Andersen and the club members made things run very smoothly. “The last few years the members have been ex- cellent,’’ Anderson com- mented, “They had a good sense of humor and a lot of talent.” The tremendous upheaval caused by the lack of snow early this winter showed how much Americans enjoy skiing, and students at Farmingdale were no ex- ception. There were close to sixty members in the Ski Club, which organized ap- proximately ten trips. One day trips to Hunter and Katamount were sponsored by the club. The school sponsored a weekend trip to Hunter on January 12. The popularity of the club stemmed from the fact that skiing fans could get to the slopes without any great in- convenience. Al Ferrante, senior, stated, “I’ve been skiing for years, and being in the club the last three years has made it easy.” The art courses available in the school cater to the needs of all artistically in- clined students regardless of their experience or tal- ent. For those more dedi- cated artists, however, the Student Art Gallery pro- vided the opportunity to fur- ther develop their skill, and to put their best works on display in the library, where their fellow students could enjoy them. The most im- portant aspect of the or- ganization, however, was that like the Photo and Ski clubs, while it enabled stu- dents to further their spe- cial interests, it also gave them a chance to meet new people and enjoy a club at- mosphere. 178 Photo Club. Ski Club. SAG Middle: A finishing touch by Rolando Above: Plans for a ski trip are Above: Photo Club advisor. Mr Lopez makes his painting complete. finalized by Ski Club members Andersen, looks over contact John Cardito and Albert Ferrante. sheets with Doug Dunn. Photo Club. Ski Club. SAG 179 Honor Students Aid Community Not everyone will admit it, but many students keep college in mind when they consider joining clubs. This is especially true about an organization like the Honor Society. Although many members joined out of a de- sire to serve their school and community, quite a few others joined only because a National Honor Society membership looks good on a record. This situation presents a challenge to the club’s officers, who must choose interesting projects to in- spire participation among members. This year the club raised money to help finance the Special Olym- pics at the Nassau Coli- seum and adopted two fam- ilies for Thanksgiving. Pa- trice Capone, senior, stated. It makes me feel good knowing I have helped others who are less fortunate than myself.” Below: A usually talkative audience listens attentively to Miss Caccavallo’s plea to help a family victimized by fire. They also held cake sales and car washes to earn money for charitible causes, and sponsored in this year’s blood drive. Another service which the Honor Society provides is tutoring. Not only do members help students in the high school but they also aid elementary school children who find school- work difficult. Helping a student finally understand something he has been struggling with can be a very rewarding ex- perience,” Jim Lavelle, jun- ior, said. A basic requirement to enter the Honor Society is the maintenance of a 90 or better average for soph- omore and 87.5 for juniors. However, there is more to the Honor Society than grades. Members must also show involvement in the community. We are look- ing for students who will Below Right: As Eddie Murphy looks over the attendance sheet. John Cardito and John O'Sullivan listen to the matters at hand. help today’s world and not only worry about them- selves,” Miss Caccavallo, advisor said. The only problem with having members who were involved in so much was that it was difficult to schedule meetings that everyone could attend. The officers tried to enforce a policy of mandatory attend- ance, but many members missed meetings anyway, and as a result they did not get involved in all the pro- jects. Although it has problems, the Honor Society is still a highly respected and popu- lar organization. Being ac- cepted is considered by all students a great honor. The clubs reputation for com- bining high academic standards with concern for helping others makes it one of the most prestigious or- ganizations in the school. Right: President Buddy Sichler addresses members of the Honor Society about latest developments of ski trip. 180 Honor Society Below; Linda Sperling gets down to the last step in solving an algebraic equation. Mathematical Minds Accept New Challenges Math is a subject that is dreaded by most students, but to the mathletes, it pro- vides endless opportunities for intellectual stimulation. This unique club, in its twenty-fifth-year, provides students with a keen inter- est in mathematics a chance to challenge their skills against groups from other schools in the county. Many people can’t under- stand why students would join a club whose main ob- jective is to solve the type problems that they struggle with daily, but at a more advanced level. I love the satisfaction I get when I can solve a difficult problem, Harold Galm, senior, stated. There are fewer students in this year’s club than nor- mally because many mem- bers graduated last year. This loss may be one rea- son why the mathletes did not do as well in com- petition this year, as they have in the past. Miss Cola- lucci, advisor, said. ‘‘This year we were in the process of rebuilding and trying to encourage new members to join.” Despite all their draw- backs and the fact that they did not gain scholastic prominence, the mathletes purpose of developing the mathematical skills of their members still prevails. Above: During a practice session. Linda Sperling refutes the method used to solve a geometric proof. Above: Practicing for their next meet against Berner. Linda Sperling dictates another tough problem. Mathletes 181 Right With clapping hands and stamping feet adding to their voices. Laura DeSantis, Robin Macey. Sheryl MacAfee. Debbie Van Winkler and Lori Barrella cheer on the team. Above Middle: Since Farmingdale is on their way to a home victory. Mary Studdert. Sue D’Alto, Judy Freshour. Mary McKeveny. Cathy Schelhorn and Joan Lackner spark enthusiasm Above: Cheerleaders Judi Miller. Joan Lackner. Dirdre Owen. Kathy Kenny, and Ellen McCarty display team spirit with the mascot after a touchdown. 182 Cheerleaders. Wrestlettes Below: Eager to raise money, the Wrestlettes organize their stuffed animal sale Squads Arouse School Spirit It wasn’t always possible to predict the outcome of the football or basketball games, but there was one thing the fans could always be sure of. Over on the sidelines there was a line of girls stamping, clapping and cheering on the team, while trying to excite the fans with their spirit and ex- uberance. Their reasons varied, but most of the Varsity Cheer- leaders had been cheering since they were seven or eight years old, moving up through the Hawks, Jr. High, and Junior Varsity squads. “I joined because of my friends,” Judi Miller, senior, explained. A big rea- son why most of the girls Above: FRONT ROW: Laurie Maglato. Treasurer Gail Schmertzler. Secretary Linda Bulin. Co-captain Lisa Pennacchio, Captain Janine Czarnec. Captain Fran Galfano Second Row: Nancy Kretchmann, Robyn Caserto, Debbie Barrett. Jean Herre. Maria Colatutto. Jill Schalet, Lisa Montanino Back Row: Denise Bosse. Geralyn Hefferon. Tina Kosteas, Laura Hunter. Belinda D'Angelis, Sue Barbari. Alexis Santa Maria cheered, however, was that they enjoyed doing some- thing positive for the school and teams by raising school spirit. Getting fans involved in the games wasn’t an easy job for the cheerleaders, but at least attendance at the games wasn’t a major problem. The girls made posters to publicize games, and although the crowds could have been bigger, there were always suppor- ters in the stands. Unfortu- nately, not all the athletic events in the school could boast of similar attendance. Wrestling matches, for in- stance, had few or no fans. In an attempt to solve this problem, Mr. Irving Apgar, the wrestling coach, in- itiated a new group called the Wrestlettes. The twenty-two girls in- volved in the Wrestlettes served at home and away matches as scorekeepers, scouting agents, an- nouncers, and photog- raphers. “Keeping score for the wrestling team was my favorite way of getting in- volved in school activities,” Debbie Barrett, senior, commented. Although their purpose was not to be another squad of cheerleaders, the Wrestlettes did boost the wrestler’s morale and give them an additional incentive to win. Cheerleaders. Wrestlettes 183 New Approaches Improve Half Time Shows Football fans had plenty to cheer about as they watched the Dalers in ac- tion this season. The fans at the home games and the championship had reason to be proud of more than just the team, though. The pre-game and half time shows, presented by the Marching Band and Dale- rettes surprised and pleased quite a few people with their excellence. The first thing that at- tracted most people’s atten- tion was the size of the band. About 100 musicians provided a big impressive sound. The choice of music also pleased people be- cause instead of sticking only to traditional Sousa type marches, Mr. DeMilo use popular songs that had been arranged for marching bands. He also changed the marching to a more flowing style, “The new way was easier on the band and it looked better to the au- dience,” Karen Weiler, sophomore, explained. The brightly colored flags used by the Dalerettes gave the whole program more flavor. Band members had no choice about whether they marched because it was mandatory for all of them, but most seemed to enjoy the experience. The few complaints that did come up were during the two hour after school rehears- als on Thursday, and were forgotten before long. Mr. DeMilo got us really en- thused about the whole thing,” Michael Berkowitz, sophomore commented. We knew we had the po- tential to be really good, and we wanted to show everyone.” That kind of positive atti- tude was also a major fac- tor in the Dalerettes' suc- cess this year. The girls were willing to devote a lot of time and effort, and the results were impressive. We have gained a lot of recognition this year be- cause our half time shows really improved, Mary Ra- guso, senior, commented. When the football season ended, the Dalerettes went to work on their routines for basketball games and com- petitions. Due to the size regulations the whole squad couldn’t compete, so there were several tryouts during the year. These could be extremely nerve wracking experiences and they caused a lot of emo- tional upheaval. Even those who couldn’t compete, however, took part in the basketball half time shows and the Christmas routine in the Commons. Although there were after school practices almost every day, there was a lot of fun mixed in with the work. This, combined with the excitement of the games and the friendships formed during the year, made the girls want to co- operate and devote their time to improving the kick- line. Below: Corp leader. Cathy Palmer, conducts the marching band during halftime. Above: The Dalerettes hold their position as the band marches to Bugler's Dream . 184 Dalerettes. Marching Band Below: Dalerettes execute their routine to the theme of Starsky and Hutch Below: Frank DeFiore and Bill Angelone enhance the bands performance of What I Did for Love . Above Middle: A strong breeze and colorful flags add style to the Dalerette routine at the Sewanaka game. Dalerettes, Marching Band 185 Hidden Talents: There when Needed When Johann Gutenberg developed moveable type in Germany, he revolutionized the printing trade. Since that time, printing has de- veloped into a complex pro- fession involving a lot of skill and training. Although students can learn these skills in the print shop classes, several members of Mr. Piven’s advanced groups prefer to go a step further. As the Daler Press- men, they use what they have been taught to furnish printed goods for clubs and faculty members of the school. One of the Pressmen’s biggest projects is printing the school magazine, Muse and Media. They also pro- vide tickets and programs for the various school pro- ductions including The King and I and the senior talent show. In addition, they print up the freeschool yearbook and stationery for different school organiza- tions. Some members feel they deserve more recognition for the important chores they perform. Susan Dick, treasurer, said, I don’t think people even realize what we actually do, never mind the hours we put in. Another thing people don’t realize is that aside from funding a small party at the end of the year, the Press- men use their profits to up- grade the equipment in the Print Shop. The Daler Pressmen are not as well known or appre- ciated as many of the schools other service clubs, but they perform an impor- tant function while at the same time gaining valuable experience in the printing trade. Like the Daler Pressman, the AVA members did most of their work during school hours. They met after school once a week, and were at all the school pro- ductions that require spe- cial lighting. Coordinating the lighting at the shows is only one of the tasks performed by the AVA. They also worked on the sound systems for foot- ball games, cared for the library's audio-visual equip- ment and provided films and projectors for teachers. The only requirements for joining the club were that students should be me- chanically inclined and will- ing to share their free time. Unfortunately, like other small service groups, they received little recognition for their work. If there was ever a club that deserved more credit it’s this one, Gary Villarreal, advisor, stated. Another group involved in school production was the stage crew. It was their job to transform an ordinary stage into something mag- nificent like the lavish throne room in the King and I. No matter what sets must be made the stage crew can count on tedious hours of work, possibly more than the cast puts in. On most days, they worked about two hours longer than any of the actors. Yet, when the work was finished few people knew or cared who made the scenery. It may seem crazy that students would want to spend so much time on a project they get little of no credit for, but there have Below: King and I stage crew Below Middle: Before sending out member, Lisa Scudera. helps to projectors. Paul Schriro checks to move the props for the production. see that the film will run smoothly. always been enough mem- bers eager to join the stage crew. Some wanted to be involved in the play, but felt they had no singing or act- ing ability. Others just en- joyed the friendships that developed from working so closely. It was an awful lot of fun, and I made a lot of friends, Patti Hicks, soph- omore explained. There are no requirements for joining, and no artistic talent is nec- essary. Students just have to be willing to devote a lot of their time and be satisfied with the finished product as their reward. 186 AVA, Pressmen, Stage Crew Lett: The Daler presses are running as operators John Dooley and Linda Giacona keep a steady watch. Below: In the print shop. Debbie Reif and Tony Grimando prepare a typeset for printing. AVA, Pressmen. Stage Crew 187 Science Clubs Provide First Hand Experience Any biology student can learn about Mendel’s Laws of Genetics by reading texts and taking notes in class. In the Science Club, however, the learning went a step beyond. Using the gerbils, rabbits, mice, hamsters, fish and rats of the Animal Room, Science Club mem- bers participated in breed- ing experiments and tried to predict results according to Mendel’s laws. Contrary to what many students think, the Science Club is not limited to animal projects. We can explore any field of science the kids are interested in,” Miss Lindeman, advisor, com- mented. This year however, all the members were ani- mal lovers, and concen- trated on projects in that area. Along with genetics experiments, there was also work done on training mice to run mazes. There’s something special about actually seeing the results of an experiment, rather than just hearing about it,” Robert Young, sophomore, stated. Cleaning animal cages doesn’t strike most stu- dents as the best way to spend a free period. The Science Club members en- joyed working with the ani- mals because they gained valuable experience not at- tainable in a classroom. The Lab Squad is another club connected with the science program. Under the supervision of Mrs. Meyer- son, this small group fixed and cleaned equipment, set up aquariums, and organ- ized supplies used in the science classes. Although some Lab Squad members joined for the training, not all of them were science oriented. Some were just interested in spending their free periods in a useful way. Most found out about the club through announce- ments made over the P.A. system later in the year. The students in the club not only benefited the science department with their help, but they also developed re- sponsibility that helped themselves. Above: Chris Myrato cuddles a friendly rabbit in the Animal Room. Top: As part of his daily duties. Chris Myrato cleans the cage of one of the many animals in the Animal Room. 188 Science Club. Lab Squad Above: Attention is given daily to the science animals, as shown here by Mike Borruso. Science Club and Lab Squad 189 Behind Every Club Stands An Advisor Valuable Student-Advisor Relationships Develop While every club and or- ganization in the school ex- ists for the students’ benefit, no club can oper- ate without an advisor. Yet many advisors gain as much satisfaction and en- joyment in the clubs as the students do. Mrs. Doris Brenner, Inter- act advisor and former His- tory Club advisor, stated, “I like to help people who are trying to do good things and make worth while con- tributions to the school.” The opportunity to share their own knowledge and to instruct interested students in fields outside the class- room also prompted many teachers to become advis- ors. I think high school journalism is an important concept that all students should learn,” Mr. Frank Al- lison, Paper Lion advisor, explained. “Newspaper work can provide great challenges for students and I enjoy teaching young jour- nalists all that I know of such a worthwhile contribu- tion to the public. Most advisors find that working with students in a non-classroom situation is very gratifying, “Students act natural and more like themselves outside a class- room atmosphere,” Mr. Ste- ven Curti, former Paper Lion advisor, stated. ‘They’re not in a specified seat and row which can be a great barrier. After school you have the chance to work, get tired, and get silly together, which in turn gives the advisor and stu- dents the chance to really know each other. It is not uncommon for advisors to form lasting relationships with their members. “Stu- dents that were on the magazine as far back as seventy-five frequently call on my home. A lot of old editors drop in to tell me of their latest ventures, espe- cially during the holidays,” Ken Schwinn, former Muse Media advisor, said. “When working closely un- der tense circumstances, strong bonds of friendship form because of the mutual goals that an advisor and club member share,” Mr. John DeBaise, Key Club ad- visor, said. Top: With the help of their advisor, Mr. Glascott. senior class officers Lisa Hall, Krista Pabst, Diane Muller, and Anna Rouvas make plans for the Senior Banquet. Above: Placing his formal position aside. Mr. Allison discusses possible scholarships Steven Foresta may receive from the University of Virginia. 190 Extra-Curricular Participation IN DE PTH Left: Hi-Life advisor. Mr McLennan corrects some copy with Events Editor Cathy Orobona. Left: At a Photo Club meeting, advisor Mr. Andersen points out some award winning photos to Frank Krebs and Tom Tonelli. Above: Science Club advisor. Miss Lindeman. discusses one of the animals with club member Robert Young. Extra-Curricular Participation 191 Behind Every Club Stands An Advisor Obligations Monopolize Spare Time The school has hit hard times the last few years be- cause of a lack of student interest and their equally declining participation. I believe a general feeling of apathy has come down from a nationwide level to our own school,” Adam Ashkenas, senior, affirmed. “Everyone has come down with a more self-centered and self-involved attitude and no one wants to spend time thinking about other things.” “This has become evident by the termination of many clubs, such as the History Club, Debating Team. Pamoja and Theater Club, as well as others,” Mrs. Flora Hartford, Social Studies teacher, com- mented. There is also a problem with the priorities of the stu- dents in clubs. “A small group of students become very active by joining more than one club. The goal of one club then becomes in- tertwined with the goal of another club and the total effort of the student is not there,” Mrs. Regina Mona- han said. Still this did not deter some advisors. When the History Club folded be- cause of its dwindling mem- bership, Mrs. Doris Brenner, Social Studies teacher, ac- cepted the advisorship to the rejuvenated Interact Club. It had been a worth- while organization before and I wanted to support the kids who wanted to serve their community.” Mrs. Meyers, Future Secretaries advisor, added. Many of the girls in FSA have com- mittments to other organi- zations, but as long as there is a genuine interest in becoming a secretary, I want to guide them in their future career plans.” Unfortunately, the prob- lem previously mentioned, compiled with others, has led to the resignation of some long standing advis- ors. Some particular advis- orships demand a great deal of time and energy. These committments may become overwhelming and too demanding. “I put in my years and time for the De- bating Team. I spent many an unpaid and sacrificed weekend traveling with the team to coach them and at- tend their meets.” Mr. Cates, former Debate Team advisor, noted. Mr. Michael Lomonico, Hi-Life advisor for the past ten years, re- signed at the end of last year because of the endless demands. The yearbook was taking valuable time away from my private life.” he explained. “It was time that I might have spent with my wife and children.” Along with Lomonico, Mr. Ken Schwinn also stepped down last May from his Muse Media advisorship, a job he had held for nine years. A lack of free time was one reason for not re- suming, but additional rea- sons also influenced his de- cision. “I don't think that advisors are appreciated enough by the adminis- tration for all the time and effort they put in, Schwinn stated. He felt that a lack of support from the adminis- tration contributed to a de- cline in teacher involvement and an increase in advisor resignations. “I think the administration is partly to blame. They don’t make the teachers want to produce.” Schwinn stated. Although the attitudes of the administration and I many of the students don’t 192 Extra-Curricular Participation IN DEPTH encourage teachers to be- come advisors, those who do take on the jobs receive plenty of support from club members. I think it’s for- gotten that most advisors are not figureheads, Cathy Shelhorn, senior and GLC member, said, They are equal club members and without their ideas and sup- port, the clubs would fold. Above Lett: A majority of teachers would rather leave at 2:00 than involve themselves with extra- curricular activities. Above: Home Economics teacher. Anne Heaney signs out of school at 2:00. Opposite page: Valerie Moore finds studying a priority over participation in extra-curricular activities. Above: Instead of a club activity after school. Donna Serra goes to her job in Bavarian Pretzel at the Sunrise Mall. Extra-Curricular Participation 193 Right: Before the regular meeting begins, Key Club members congregate outside of the school building. Feminine Touch Added to Key Club A standard requirement to join the Key Club which was always taken for grant- ed was suddenly ques- tioned by Theresa Mariani, junior. The fact that all members of the Key Club had to be male just didn’t appeal to Theresa. “It really bothered me that there weren’t any girls allowed in the Key Club. It wasn’t really fair.’’ Although there was the possibility that the Key Club could lose their chartership with the Kiwanis there was a mutual agreement by all of the members that they would ask permission for the girls to join. Frank Spo- sato, Vice President, re- marked, “I thought it was a good idea for the girls to join since there was no girls counter-part association. A lot of the other Key Clubs have girls in it, but we just never thought about it.” The request was brought up to the Kiwanis, who de- cided the Farmingdale Key Club could have girls as members, if they filled out an application and went through an interview to judge their qualities. “We didn’t get any special treat- ment from the guys. We had to go through the same procedure as they did, Susie Rouvas, junior, stated. The first co-ed Key Club in the history of Farm- ingdale had a very success- ful year by adopting a fami- ly for Thanksgiving, selling coloring books and pretzels as fund raisers and donat- ing money to charities such as the Muscular Dystrophy foundation and the Re- tarded Foundation. At the annual Inaugural Ball, the members participated as waiters and waitresses. There were also set-up and clean-up committees for the ball that members were re- quired to participate in. Above: President Brian Colquhoun unpacks coloring books for the Key Club members to sell during the December holidays. 194 Key Club Below: A group discussion about their next project is being led by Pam Fischel. Mary Rutkowski. and Patrice Capone of Interact. Below Right: Michelle Osterfeld relaxes momentarily during an Interact meeting. Interact: Rejuvenated After a six year respite, the Interact Club was reac- tivated after a previous his- tory of doing school and community work for twelve years. The members of Interact are a group of very active students and according to Mary Rutkowski, senior, “The members of this club have the potential to move mountains.” This year Inter- act organized the painting of the mural across from the Green and White Shop, adopted a family and spent a day at Daleview Nursing Home at Christmastime. “We gave a little of our time to bring Christmas cheer to the old people,” Chris Ab- ato, junior, stated. Being an international or- ganization, Interact also sponsored Japanese ex- change student Yuka Sato who came from Sakata City, Japan, to attend F.H.S. this year. After comparing the Japanese Interact Club with that of Farmingdale’s, Yuka remarked, In Japan we helped and supported the elderly people with parties and funds and we re doing the same thing in the United States.” Above: Humor is an important part of Interact meetings, as shown by Doris Brenner, advisor, and Niomi Weinstein. Interact 195 Athletes Gain Recognition “Brains and Brawn is a symbolistic term used to describe members of the Varsity and Girls’ Leaders Clubs. These organizations are made up of a select group of sports minded in- dividuals who perform serv- ices both in and out of school. The main purpose of both clubs was to recognize those students who have earned the respect of both the faculty members and their fellow students be- cause of their scholastic and athletic abilities. For this to be such a select group of students, VLC members were required to posess two varsity letters in any sport. GLC members were required to have ei- ther one varsity or two jun- ior varsity letters and the maintenance of an 80 aver- age academically. From the raising of funds from annual pretzel and candy sales, GLC was able to purchase a one thou- sand dollar piece of gym apparatus. The profits from VLC’s sales of pretzels, candy, and the ever popular Green and White Day Car- nations enabled them to do- nate their earnings to the Muscular Dystrophy Foun- dation and also adopt a needy family for Christmas. “With all of our accom- plishments considered, we are living up to the true qualities of a service organ- ization. Jim Lavelle, junior, stated. Right After a meeting Tammy Angwin and Lynn Constandy talk over the items discussed. Below: During VLC initiation Jerry Foley and Tom Murtaugh lead a strange procession across the commons. Right: VLC members Jerry Foley. Brian Quinn, Bill Annis, and Tom Murtaugh discuss fund raising activities. Although the tendency of many students is to think that the members of both Leaders Clubs joined be- cause of its good appear- ance on school records, most of the members agreed that they joined to contribute their services both in and out of school. 196 VLC, GLC Right Members of GLC. Rose Graves, Rose Zipper. Tammy Angwin, Sue Warren, and Lynn Constandy discuss financial goals. Left: Frank Sposato. Jeff Tannen and Brian Quinn check in with Mr. Brem during homeroom. Above: The annual calendar sale is organized by Barbara Rice. Debbie Fiordilino. and Mary Zipper VLC. GLC 197 Business Experience Attained From Clubs Not all students have definite career plans made by the time they graduate from high school. However, most have at least made tentative decisions about their future occupations. Students interested in busi- ness-related fields can take the business courses of- fered, but these only teach some of the basic skills needed. The Future Secre- taries Association and The Future Business Leaders of America, however, give in- terested students a taste of what working in the busi- ness world is really like, by organizing financial pro- jects and bringing in guest speakers. A universally chartered organization, FSA attracted girls who were interested in possibly becoming secretar- ies. Monthly meetings in- cluded guest speakers dis- cussing such subjects as; weight watching, rape pre- vention, and job opportu- nities available as a secre- tary. “FSA really helped me in deciding about my future as well as providing very in- teresting subjects to learn about, Ann Eugenio, sen- ior, stated. Fundraisers included pre- tzel and candy sales. The club was able to donate the proceeds to several needy children’s foundations. The club’s enjoyable and suc- cessful year was attributed to the active participation of the 50 members. “At every meeting there were no less than 40 girls present,” com- mented Mrs. Louise Meyers, advisor. Unlike FSA, FBLA is a statewide service organiza- tion whose requested pro- ject was to aid local senior citizens. Members donated baskets of canned goods for home-cooked meals which was prepared by FBLA members for an el- derly social club in Farm- ingdale to enjoy the week before Christmas. Fundraisers also included pretzel and candy sales. The profits enabled them to go to the annual Concord Convention. The con- vention consisted of a series of contests relating to business. It also taught the responsibility of money, management and business like procedures used in buying and selling. By serving the commu- nity, FSA and FBLA mem- bers were provided with an understanding of procedures and responsi- bilities that all future job holders may encounter. Top: A guest speaker discusses the management of a privately owned business to FBLA members. Above: As advisor of FBLA, Mr Yengel sits back and listens to the ideas and discussions from his members. 198 FSA. FBLA Left: FSA officers. Sandy Chabza. Giovanni Rizzi. Fran Tilleli, and Fran Oliveri get together to plan their next meeting. Below: The Ditto copy machine cuts down on manual labor as Patricia Kinney waits for the finished products. FSA. FBLA 199 Above: The responsibility of filing belongs to Santa Chillemi. as she organizes financial reports. School Board Subsidizes Newspaper When the December 20 issue of the Paper Lion came out this year, no one on the staff could guaran- tee that everyone would like it, or that everyone would bother to read it. For the first time, however, they could be sure that nearly every student in the school had received a copy of the paper. The 1978-79 Paper Lion had been rated the third best school newspaper in the state by the Empire State School Press Associ- ation, but although this year’s paper had main- tained the same high quali- ty, the number of students buying it steadily de- creased. Out of the 2500 students in the school, only two or three hundred were purchasing the paper. The staff decided to solve this problem by distributing the Paper Lion to the entire stu- dent body at no cost. “We had hoped that this kind of exposure would increase the papers recognition,” Julianne Ryan, editor, ex- plained. Since costs were the same no matter how many copies were printed, and since each issue had only been bringing in about thirty dollars, giving the pa- per out free didn’t cause any great loss in funds. And more businesses were will- ing to take ads because they knew the paper would be circulated to a few thou- sand people rather than a few hundred. Aside from the new meth- od of distribution, the Paper Lion staff made very few changes this year, sticking with the format that was so successful last year. Pos- sible topics for articles were discussed at general meet- ings, where everyone could throw in their opinion. “We were looking for stories re- lated to school that stu- dents would want to read, Pat Petrera, Managing Edi- tor, said. “When we dis- cussed different topics we tried to put ourselves in the place of the readers and see if we would find those stories interesting.’’ Occasional articles, such as the one on school secu- rity in the December issue, brought objections from the administration, but although they could give the staff a hard time, no one in the administration could censor any articles. “We didn’t do stories like that to cause any trouble,” Petrera insist- ed. “We just wanted to make the students aware of some of the problems that exist in the school. The Paper Lion was sup- posed to come out on a monthly basis, but things sometimes got held up be- cause the staff had trouble getting organized. “It was very hard getting everybody together at one meeting be- cause almost everyone had jobs after school,” Kara Theal, Sports Editor, men- tioned. Steve Foresta, Edi- tor-in-Chief, added, “There was supposed to be an is- sue prepared for the first day of school, but summer jobs and vacations made that issue impossible.” Foresta was the only Edi- tor-in-Chief this year, a change from the tradition of having two students head the staff. There were also six other editors, forty-three staff members, and the ad- visor, Mr. Frank Allison. Un- fortunately there was a lack of interest among the staff members, and there were only about twelve people who consistently did much of the hard work. Those who were really involved, however, got along very well. “We were very close this year,” Petrera com- mented. “We were really working together and we all thought along the same lines about how to make this a good paper. Above: Kara Theal types a hockey article for the second edition 200 Paper Lion Above: Mr. Allison gives Pat Petrera and Steve Foresta ideas for front page news stories. Paper Lion 201 Above: A layout guide book gives Bernie Blanchard a few ideas in planning his page Above Left: Nicholas Cardascia and Robert Sichler search for a misplaced article. Advisorship Problems Plague M M If your I.Q. is higher than your heartbeat, you are eligible to join Muse Media, according to Joe Kestenbaum, senior. This is the type of humor you will encounter upon entering the Muse Media office. Before other problems could be tackled, the Muse Media staff members were faced with the serious problem of finding an advis- or. Once found, they had to persuade her to attend their meetings and even then many members hadn’t met her until January. Our ad- visor is to Muse Media, as a ceiling is to a room with- out walls, Frank Marrazzo, junior, exclaimed. Many of the staff members thought that Janet Sutherland, the new advisor, was fabricated by Patty Pennino and Mary Ann Augart. Co-editors-in- chief. Pennino and Augart were also disappointed with the advisor. She’s a nice per- son, but because of her work as a substitute teach- er, she found it impossible to attend meetings, Pen- nino said. Without the aid of an advisor, the editors found themselves faced with the problem of all the decision making. Despite the absence of an advisor, Muse Media members were faithful to the magazine, although their reasons for joining varied. Joe Kestenbaum joined for educational growth. I felt by involving myself in an intellectual ex- perience, I could further the knowledge that I gained through my high school years, he said. Some joined for the benefit of others. Frank Marrazzo felt that it was his duty to join the staff be- cause the magazine would benefit from his experience. The magazine would be nothing without me, Mar- razzo remarked jokingly. The actual process of preparing layouts, copy and pictures is a long proce- dure and the sessions often seem endless. The family- like feeling that evolves, however, seems to make them come back for more. The year is hectic, but the finished product makes it all worthwhile, Adria DeMayo, junior, said. Top: Thinking over new ideas. Above: The Muse Media office Jeanine Lillie hopes to create an provides comfortable award winning magazine. accommodations for Frank Marrazzo and Kevin Makuskie. 202 Muse Media Below: Maria Maiome uses her cubby in the M M office as a storage space for layouts and copy Left: Copy columns are prepared for paste-up by Joe Kestenbaum. Muse Media 203 Hi-Life ’80 Left to Right Rosemarie Kenney. Sports Editor, Michele McKenna. Business Advisor. Doug McKeever. Co-Photographry Editor, Jim Horan. Co-Faculty Editor, Virginia Joseph. Organizations Editor, Jane Jacobs. Copy Editor. Phil LoNigro. Co-Photography Editor. Jim Lavelle. Academics Editor, Chris Kwiatkowski. Editor-in-Chief. George Baxter. Supervisor, Elaine Callahan. Senior Editor, John McLennan. Advisor. Cathy Orobona, Events Editor. Donna Swift. Literary Editor. Jerry Clifford. Co-Faculty Editor. Christa Spreizer. Business Editor. 204 Hi-Life Above: At dusk, an outside view of the Hi-Life office shows a deceivingly calm atmosphere. Photographers Left to Right: Debbie Barrett. Richard Reimer. Robert Feeny, Joe Rimland. Missing: Carol Abato. o Assistants Front Row: Ann Kenney. Laura Ghiorsi. Michael Berkowitz. Vicki DeSimone. Felicia Tirico. Middle Row: Karen Weiler. Mary Raguso. Linda Adamo. Barbara Camp. Maureen Arico. Back Row: Patti Jean Hicks. Christine Studdert, Cathy Schelhorn. Frank Sposato. Mary Genoy, AnnMarie Nolan. Missing: Cheryl Valenti. Close Quarters Confines Craziness Enter at your own risk written on a door in the third hallway, serves as an indication of what lies in- side the renovated bath- room called the Hi-Life office. A wide variety of photos, copy, layouts, and M M candies form an almost un- penetrable layer of junk covering the floor, ceiling, and typewriters. The office always looks like a disaster area, Donna Swift, Literary Editor, admitted. But, if there’s no mess than you can tell we’re not working.’’ Although the slightly un- sanitary working conditions had, at one point, attracted a small gray mouse into the darkroom and office, the staff found it to be a perfect work inducing atmosphere. As proof of this, Hi-Life 1979 was awarded Second Best Yearbook by the Em- pire State School Press As- sociation in November. Yearbooking fundamen- tals remained the same, but the year was a long period of reform and adjustment. A lack of incoming soph- omores the previous two years resulted in only eight proficient editors to fill thir- teen positions. This prompted the selection of five inexperienced juniors. I hadn’t realized all the re- sponsibilities, but I learned fast. We all had to. Jane Jacobs, Copy Editor, ex- plained. Along with some in- experienced staff members, came a new advisor, Princi- pal, John A. McLennan bet- ter known as JAM. “When we heard the principal ac- cepted the position, we be- came nervous and appre- hensive,’’ Rosemarie Ken- ney, Sports Editor, re- vealed. Principal is a fear- ful word. ' The fear was soon dis- pelled after he offered up the comfort of his own office for late night work sessions. In turn, the office became subjected to Hi- Life’s accompanying mess. I give the man credit, Doug McKeever, Photogra- phy Editor, stated. For a super organized man, he put up with an unorganized orgainzation. Although McLennan was admitted into the hospital in late December, it did not in- hibit the staff’s determina- tion. All the obstacles made us want to work hard- er, Chris Kwiatkowski, Edi- tor-in-Chief, said, “We wanted to prove our ability. It is truly a book by the stu- dents for the students.’’ Hi-Life 205 The Wondrous Wordless World of Mime Students at Farmingdale who climb invisible ladders, dial phones that aren’t really there, and play Tug of War without a rope aren’t just acting strange. They are part of the World of Mime, and under the direc- tion of Mr. Lawrence, they are learning and performing the difficult art of pan- tomime. Some of the places where the mime troupe performs are colleges, nursing homes, libraries, schools, and hospitals all over Long Island. Many members seem to prefer their very young audiences best. “Children between seven and ten years old make great audiences,” Andrea Barlowe, junior, stated. “What we do fascinates them and they really re- spond.’’ Although Mr. Lawrence instructs everyone, the stu- dents in the group also teach one another. “We give each other help and advice on the skits and we learn together,” Naomi Weinstein, junior, explained. One of the problems of the troupe is that some mem- bers would like to learn more than just the basics of the art. They want to ex- plore differents aspects of mime, but they have to con- centrate on the skills re- quired for their skits. There were a few changes in the mime troupe this year. They used more props and costume pieces, along with some sound ef- fects. The troupe was also smaller than usual, with only fourteen members. Their shows, however, con- tinued to impress au- diences with the discipline and skill needed to tell sto- ries without words. Right: Dressed in black leotards and wearing grease paint. Mr Lawrence teaches and directs while getting into the show. Above: At a special performance the Mime Troupe entertains a young audience. 206 Mime Troupe Opinions What Is The Significance of After School Activities? . . . Participating in activities after school makes my whole day. I think it’s pretty boring getting up for school just for school. At least you have something to look forward to after a long day in school other than going home and just sitting around. Anonymous . . . Being in a club is something you can look back on after you leave because it makes school more enjoyable because you meet new people. You're also helping to build the school’s reputation and pride ... Anonymous . . . Even if I didn’t work I would not join a club because I don’t have much interest in school. Plus, I have other and better things to do. I don’t see any reason for joining unless you have no friends and want to meet some .. . Tony Silvaggio, senior . . . Personally, I don’t belong to any clubs. The existing ones are concerned with sports or in- telligence . . . Maybe if the clubs were updated and the interests were broadened, the participation may increase. Anonymous . . . I think it’s very important to be active in after school activities, but work and school are more impor- tant . . . Heidi Frobart, senior . . . Everyone who isn't involved in one of the many school clubs is missing out on a very important part of high school . . . Holly Stout, senior ... It is important to get involved in clubs because they provide for a more fulfilling high school ex- perience. The clubs also benefit the school in that they give our faculty a chance to counsel the students in constructive activities . . . William Smith, Senior . . . Since my grades aren’t the best, I need some help to get into college. That’s why I belong to clubs. They take your activities into consideration. Alisa Zivitofsky. senior . . . Clubs and sports bring up the morale of the whole student body. It brings people together and teaches the players sportsmanship and a set of morales. Kathleen Koffer, junior . . . Social, personal, and educa- tional benefits make clubs worth- while. A person can learn a lot about themselves and even more about other people around them Brenda Sankiewicz, junior . . . Clubs are vital to a school. They give students a chance to become involved and make a difference. I feel clubs can add a little more life to the otherwise dull routine of a school day . . . Liz Hall, junior . . . Clubs give you a chance to learn how to work with other people and it makes you a more well-rounded individual. It gives you a chance to be involved in some- thing beside school, because in life, you’re going to do things be- side just working for a living. Gene Terry, senior Above: The parking lot at 2:00 is a familiar scene to the studentswho are not involved in any extra curricular activities. . . . Clubs give students a chance to show their particular ability to do something well . . . Karen Botsch, senior . . . The importance of school clubs will always be the gathering of stu- dents with a similar interest, in or- der to do things together and enjoy the things they like . . . Eddy Gambella, senior . . . I don’t belong to any clubs be- cause I feel most of them are a waste and take too much of your time. I would rather do things total- ly unrelated to school ... Anonymous Opinions 207 Above: The pressure and tension of a regents exam fills the gym as the students contemplate the correct answers, and Mr. Friedman supervises. 208 Academics IN DEPTH Spending less time in class is something most students would opt for. But there is no denying that three years spent in a high school acclaimed for its academic excellence will benefit students on all in- tellectual levels. Academics takes an In- Depth look at the courses of- fered and sometimes struggled through. Since business now surrounds our lives and will more so in the future, the Hi-Life 80’s Academic section has thor- oughly reported on the school’s extensive business wing, its facilities and op- portunities. It also focuses on mass communication courses and its effective- ness in preparing the col- lege bound commu- nications major. A look at the library — every stu- dent’s private study. Also, the practical use of Art, In- dustrial Arts, and Home Economics. An In Depth feature depicts the impor- tance of college prepatory courses offered to seniors. Although this section will probably be the least read, it has been purposely des- igned to remind the reader of the opportunities that were available. Academics 209 Right: Data Processing student. Michelle Birthwright acquires the experience necessary for a computer-based career Students Prepare for the Business World Above: Nimbly tapping her fingers across the keyboard. Laura Hunter strives to improve her typing speed in a timed writing. The number of business courses available and the great many students taking them strongly reflect the growing competition in the business world. The fact that in many four year col- leges about one-fourth of the seniors graduate as business majors, prompted many students to start their training in high school. Maureen Arico, senior, stated. The business courses offered here pro- vided me with a strong business foundation on which to build on. This process usually be- gins with the typing courses. A full year course can result in regents credit, but some prefer to take the single semester course to obtain just the basic skills. Lori Malkin, senior, said she took this course because I realized I would face a lot of typing when I got to col- lege, and it really prepared me well.” Other courses are avail- able too, such as Office Practice 1 and 2 which are more demanding and prep- aratory for actual clerical positions. Technical skills for working with office ma- chinery can be attained in the Key Punch and Office Machines classes. Courses for developing secretarial skills are numer- ous. A three year shorthand sequence can be pursued, culminating with the Secre- tarial Practice class where the student works to refine shorthand, transcription, and typewriting skills al- ready learned. The business classes do not deal solely with secre- tarial skills though. There are courses in accounting, bookkeeping, business communications and foun- dations. as will as various merchandising and market- ing classes, which also look into the career opportu- nities available upon gradu- ation. Another major part of the school’s facilities is the computers. Located in the business wing and math office as well, they can look awesome to a student who has never used them, but to the school’s math geniuses, both students and teachers, and to those who perhaps only want a computerized picture of Mickey Mouse, they have provided endless hours of enjoyment. Stu- dents can take the In- troduction to Data Process- ing course, followed by Electronic Data Processing to learn how to operate them. The business wing has become a very active part of the school, and the courses offered have been important to many, in light of the money that might have been spent on a pri- vate business school. Lisa Scarpinato, junior, spoke for many students when she said, I know it has pre- pared me well for the busi- ness competition I’ll face in the future. 210 Business Math and Science Students Learn Problem-Solving Concepts Most agree that solutions to the world’s most press- ing problems, such as the energy crisis, can only come from mathematicians and scientists. Therefore, the science and math depart- ments have a far deeper meaning than simply periodic tables and lo- garithms, and it is for this reason that Farmingdale High School is noted for its strong math and science curriculum. The major science courses — biology, chemistry and physics — are taught at various levels to enable stu- dents to learn and ex- periment with the basic laws and principles of mat- ter. Both college bound stu- dents and those interested in commercial laboratory work can gain a strong sci- ence background. Keith Bo- gart, senior, taking physics, A.P. Chemistry and space science said, The classes in science and math have been exceptional in pre- paring me for college. The Advanced Placement classes can lead to college credit, and other nebulous courses, such as space sci- ence, can also be taken in the school. Mr. Arthur Gryzlo, sci- ence teacher, stated, Compared to any other Nassau County school dis- trict with a comparable amount of tax revenue, Farmingdale High School offers the most education for the money. The college prep program is said to be one of the best on the is- Left: A cross-section of a leaf is prepared by Jerry Clifford and Stuart Furbush in an Advanced Placement Biology lab. land and every type of stu- dent can find the appropri- ate course for himself.' Many of the same stu- dents intrigued by science also find math a welcome challenge. Intermediate and advanced algebras, geome- try, fusion and various half year courses, such as in- troduction to probability and statistics, analytic geometry and scientific pro- gramming are included in the extensive math pro- grams. There is also an Ad- vanced Placement math course in calculus, which even the most mathemati- cally-inclined students find challenging. The math league offers another opportunity for math — hungry students to work on difficult problems. Chris Jeffreys, a junior in the club said, ‘‘Even though some problems are impos- sible, you feel a real sense of accomplishment when you solve one, and that’s what math is really about.” Below: The tension of an Advanced Placement class is relieved by Miss Caccavallo’s side comments as her students solve a problem Math and Science 211 Right: In the media class, acting is one of the best assignments a five minute news broadcast is performed by Margarite Macagone. Tammy Travis, and Harry Jackson. Students Solidify Future Career Plans Televised news programs, numerous newspapers,and expanding radio programm- ing have made it difficult for society to avoid being influenced by mass commu- nications. This is precisely why many high school stu- dents are interested in this competitive career, thus creating a need for Mr. Mi- chael Lomonico’s journal- ism course and Mr. Ken- neth Ulric’s media course. Media is a half year elective which requires the total in- volvement of all its stu- dents. Mr. Ulric rotated the students’ positions and re- sponsibilities so that the students acquired an un- derstanding of each facet of media. They produced, acted, wrote the scripts, worked the cameras, taped the films, and directed every commercial, game show, and news broadcast which were only a few of their productions. In the future. I plan on working as a cameraman or perhaps a technical director,” Robert Burns, junior, explained. 'TII be one step ahead of my job competitors with all the basics I’ve learned.” To supplement the formal classroom education, the class went to the Museum of Broadcasting in New York City. Students benefited from watching tapes of television pro- grams, listening to dated ra- dio broadcasts, and seeing some of the best radio and television scripts created. The course has provided many college bound stu- dents who plan to major in communications with a sol- id understanding of their future endeavors. “This class helped me to decide on communications as my major,” Jeff Jarimillo. sen- ior, said. In accord with the media, the journalism courses main ideal is to familiarize students with the journalis- tic writing style. ‘‘It’ not a flowery style,” Mr. Lomo- nico explained, “but once kids know how to get into the meat of a story, write the pertinent facts, and get it over with, it can’t help but improve the individual’s writing in any situation.” The class’s knowledge is gained through practical experience. Although Mr. Lomonico had assigned specific articles to be writ- ten as assignments, the stu- dents must find their own news stories. Many of the stories reported the devel- opments and events that occurred in the school which most readers find in- teresting and amusing. These articles are used in creating “The Daler News , the journalism class’ news- paper. Each issue was de- signed. written, and typed by all the students, with the help of Mr. Lomonico. ”1 enjoyed working on a news- paper, “Bob Dysart, senior, said. It gave me ex- perience in being a roving reporter and at the same time I’ve learned layout techniques when we de- signed the page formats.” “Journalism has helped me to decide on a future career for myself,” Lisa Favuzzi, junior, added, I like the ad- venture, but I know that it’s very competitive.” To add to their first hand experience, the class toured the New York Times in December, where they saw all the features of the world renowned news- paper. “We saw everything, from the city news room to the printing presses, “Audrey McNulty, senior, stated. “I was interested in looking over the reporters desk since they were gone,” Kurt Ludwig, senior, explained, ”1 got an idea of the hectic schedule a re- porter has.” Both the media and jour- nalism classes seem to have been successful in preparing their students. For many, it has been the deciding factor in choosing mass communications as a college major and future career. 212 Mass Communications Left: There are many jobs in the media business, and one of them, cue card holder, is performed by Joe Barbuto. Below: Journalism students do their layouts for the first time. C 1 VK)T III Left: The layout of a paper is a tedious process. Mr. Lomonico instructs a student on how to do one. Mass Communications 213 Below: Use of the guidance department's computer terminal enables Carolyn Chanenchuk and Tammy Angwin to research potential schools. Right: Information concenring testing dates, colleges and scholarships is available in each grade office. Wally Adamchik looks for the material he needs. Above: A casual conversation with his twelfth grade guidance counselor Mrs. Cooke aids Robert Barca with an important decision. 214 Guidance Counselors Assist Students With Future Plans What class should I take? When do I take the SATs? Did you mail my transcripts? These are just a sampling of questions that guidance counselors are bombarded with each and every day, and the approximately three hundred students that every guidance counselor has compounds the problem of giving personalized atten- tion With so many students, there are bound to be differ- ing opinions, and the issue of the usefulness of guidance counselors is not an ex- ception. Many students have complaints about the advice that they receive from their counselors. I asked my counselor about the Achievement tests. Naomi Weinstein, junior, said, and he didn’t know what I was talking about. I don’t think they're doing much work, they should make us more aware of things. Sue Reece, junior, added, They never helped me; they made me run around. When the coun- celors do try to help, many students find fault with them. They just fix your schedule and even that takes a long time.” Linda Guercio, sophomore, re- marked. On the other hand, there are some students, usually seniors, who defend the counselors. I think that they understand the special situations some kids have and meet their unique needs,” Brian Quinn, sen- ior, noted. My counselor was always available when I needed him. When it comes to selecting a col- lege Jeff Cooper, senior, re- marked, If it wasn’t for the guidance counselor’s help and encouragement, I would have had a more difficult time in getting into a school that met my needs. The senior year is char- acterized by a rush to send out transcripts and getting teacher recommendations. The guidance department got all of my records to- gether and was very de- pendable, Mike Garcia, senior, stated. I was confident that my tran- scripts would arrive on time Left: The main guidance office is filled by Glen Mann, Lori Canistrato. and John Vezzi who seek appointments with Mr. Marino. at the colleges of my choice. In addition to the daily guidance offered to stu- dents, Mr. Leonard Marino, Director of Guidance, con- ducts a series of lectures for parents. It helps when your parents are involved in the process of planning for college, Paul Romanelli, junior, explained. These lectures revolve around the central theme of gaining college admission, and ways of financing the high cost of a college education. The gudiance program is also supplemented by visits from representatives of such prestigious schools as Princeton and Columbia as well as the United States academies. Candid dis- cussions about the schools have provided Farmingdale students with invaluable op- portunities to gain insight to the school of their choice. You learn a lot more from kids who attend a school than you do from the cata- log, Troy Rosasco, junior, stated. Although many students do not regard the guidance department too highly, they must be doing something right since the majority of students get placed in good colleges, at least one stu- dent is accepted to an academy each year and Farmingdale is well repre- sented at the Ivy League schools. Left: One job of Messrs. Harabedian and Zodda is to see who has cut class Guidance 215 Innovative Programs Satisfy the Intellectually Gifted” Humanities Program Enriches Student’s Lives When one thinks of the “intellectually gifted, he ususally does not see them as being a “problem group, but in their own re- spect they are. It is difficult to create a curriculum for them which will hold their interest and offer a mental challenge. Fortunately, our faculty and administrators have met this obstacle and won; the Humanities, Col- lege Level Examination Pro- gram and Advanced Place- ment Programs are proof of the victory. “Most incoming students feel that the United States is the center of the world, and life in other countries is not much different,” Joan Kahn, a Humanities 12 teacher, stated. “We really want the student to become aware of other civilizations and cultures. This clearly states the Humanitites pur- pose — to remove these in- tellectual stigmas and open a new world to the in- quisitive students. Views pertaining to current politi- cal, religious and social af- fairs are openly discussed and evaluated by fellow classmates. It's a great at- mosphere in which to dis- cuss things related to life, Mary Rutkowski, senior, stated. The course probes such topics as architecture, theology, philosophy, and economics, to name a few, but more importantly, it shows how they are related 216 Humanities. C.L.E.P. and A. to modern life. Orginally, only those stu- dents who were in honor social studies or English class were allowed to par- ticipate in the program, but now acceptance is also of- fered to those students who show a strong interest in it. During the sophomore year many students feel that the Humanities pro- gram is much more difficult than the conventional Eng- lish and social studies courses. Monica Hardiman, junior, stated. “I thought that I would never get through Humanities 10. There really was a lot of work, especially the lengthy reading assignments. In the junior year, the students find the course easier since required material in English and social studies must be covered for the Regents ex- amination in each subject. In the senior year, many students feel that Advanced Placement English and so- cial studies classes offer a greater challenge to the “gifted students although they lack the cultural refinements offered in Hu- manities 12. Unfortunate- ly,the demand for a A.P. so- cial studies class was not strong enough to call for one. A humanities student is unique since he wants to be learned in the arts, but the teachers are unique in their own respect. They P. In Depth have a strong cultural awareness and are pio- neers in a totally new con- cept of teaching — dual teaching. This principle is contingent upon the ca- pabilities and cooperation of both teachers involved, in this case. English and so- cial studies teachers. The benefits are great, as Mrs. Joan Kahn commented, I find dual teaching reward- ing as well as intellectually stimulating. The teachers sit in on each other's class during the double period Humanities class, work to- gether on the planning of trips, and design class plans that intertwine so that the material covered in one segment of the class is di- rectly related to that of an- Above: A humanities discussion draws Jeff Tanen's attention. other. Humanities is a College Level Examination Program, known as C.L.E.P., course. This program was orginally created to facilitate the placement of adults who were entering college late in life, but Mr. Marino, Driector of Guidance, dis- covered that well prepared high school students could also take the examination to earn college credit. The birth of a Humanities course was stimulated by this money-saving advan- tage, and it became, and still is, very popular with many college minded stu- dents. IN DEPTH Left: A lesson on colonial America is given by American History A.P teacher Dr. DuBois. Left: The dissection of a frog proves to be a challenge for Jerry Foley. Above: The Humanitites 10 class makes one of its many excursions to New York City — this time to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Humanities. C.L.E.P and A.P. In Depth 217 Innovative Programs Satisfy the “Intellectually Gifted’’ Advanced Courses Offer a Rigorous Challenge The idea of a C.L.E.P. program was expanded with the creation of the World Literature, Survey of American Literature, and Survey of British Literature courses. The purpose of these courses was to offer students a challenge in lit- erature. I feel obligated to do my best and write some- thing profound, because it’s an advanced course, Deidre Owens, seniors, ex- plained. The Survey of British Lit- erature and Survey of American Literature courses are both half-year courses, whereas the World Literature course is a full year. Buddy Sichler, senior, commented, Unfortunate- ly, the American Literature course was rushed and crammed. I really could not take my time and enjoy the books I read; I had to learn and memorize facts. If the course had been a full year, I think I would have enjoyed it much more. At the termi- nation of each course those students who wish to take the C.L.E.P. examination can. I personally feel that there is no way a written test can determine what we have really learned, Pat Petrera, senior, stated. We have gained much more than factual knowledge. Nevertheless, one's per- formance on these tests de- termines how much credit he is eligible for at a col- 218 Humanities. C.L.E.P. and A.P. lege, and some students, by taking a battery of tests, re- ceive up to thirty credits at schools such as Stony- Brook and Hofstra. One of the greatest in- tellectual challenges presented to a high school student comes in the form of Advanced Placement, known as A.P. courses. A vast selection of A.P. classes, conducted on the same level as any freshman college course, is offered, and included among them are American History, Eu- ropean History, English, Math, Biology, and Chem- istry. I'd rather suffer the shock of taking a college English course now than in my first year of college, Steve Foresta, senior, com- mented. At the end of the year, those students who have taken the A.P. course can then take the accom- panying test, and the test scores range from one to five with the latter being a perfect score. The amount of college credit a student re- ceives is based on his score on the test. Al- though the main reason for taking an A.P. class was to get a little background for college, the idea of saving money on my college edu- cation influenced my deci- sion. Frank Sposoto, sen- ior, stated. The atmosphere in these advanced classes is also different from that of any In Depth other. Most of the kids who take an A.P. class take it because they want to learn about that specific subject, and because of this, the teacher can be serious about teaching and give us more. Gary Sa- dowsky, senior, explained. The preponderance of students who participate in these — Humanitites, C.L.E.P. and A.P. — pro- grams feel that they are pushed to the limit. Thus, this advanced curriculum has provided these stu- dents with the challenges they want and need, but at the same time, it has failed to meet the demands of those few students who would have liked to take a more rigorous academic program. The Farmingdale School District, because it is sensi- tive to the needs of these highly gifted scholars, is currently conducting a study with the aid of district administrators, faculty ' Above: In the A.P. Calculus class. Keith Bogart puts his answers on the board. members, parents and stu- dents to explore the feasibi- lity of developing a more advanced curriculum which would challenge the highest caliber students. It is pos- sible that the intellectually gifted student of the future will be spending three or four days in school and the others in the real world — a hospital, brokerage firm, laboratory, etc. Thus, the student will benefit from the best of both worlds by re- ceiving a first-class formal education supplemented with invaluable practical ex- perience. These plans are tentative at present but each day take a more tangible form and make the sight of a Farmingdale student envel- oped in a Classical Greek book while another recites Shakespeare’s Hamlet more realistic. IN DEPTH Left: Biology A.P. students John Tomeo and John Cardito answer questions after a lab. Left: Open discussions are characteristic of the World Literature class, and Mr. Cates listens to one student's opinion. Above: A chemistry lesson given by Mr. Gryzlo holds the A.P students' attention. Humanities. C.L.E.P. and A.P In Depth 219 A Personal Approach to The Informal School offers a learning alternative in a relaxed, casual atmo- sphere. One hundred five junior and senior students, instructed by Bob McKean, Mark Sherrin, Vita Wayne, and John Papayani, make use of this informal am- biance. Comfortable chairs and cozy couches take the place of the usual rigid and plastic classroom chairs and desks. It’s great! is a common exclamation of in- formal schoolers who are taught in rooms 241 and 242 on the second floor. Following an impersonal computerized schedule is contradictary to the con- cepts of the Informal School. Instead, each stu- dent has the responsibility to schedule his or her classes according to the teacher's availability throughout the week. There are three mandatory courses, English, Social Studies, and Physical Edu- cation, but the rest of the courses can be tailored to the students’ personal inter- ests. There is, however, one restriction — the students must attend each class at least three times per week. But the classes, especially English, are much better than in the regular school. In English you don’t just learn grammar, you read books, but ones that are really interesting, Janice Sepe, senior, remarked. You can be creative.” In a learning environment as this, the motivation, maturity, and sense of re- Learning sponsibility of an individual are mandatory if the pro- gram is to be beneficial. The casual and informal at- mosphere of the Informal School enables the stu- dents to communicate with the teachers on a personal basis. It creates a family type atmosphere, because the teachers are more than teachers: they are friends.” Andy Levine, senior, stated. In addition to the class work, there are many differ- ent activities that the Infor- mal school students partici- pate in and sponsor. They publish three private publi- cations, the informal school yearbook, Jerry Achen- bach’s newsletter, Lunar News and Friday,” a liter- ary magazine. These publi- cations are only possible through a team effort, which requires the total co- operation of the students. Since the Informal school is located in two former home economics rooms, there are ample facilities for cooking. The students uti- lize them to heat pretzels for their hot pretzel sales and to bake for their frequent bake sales. A wide range of trips are planned for educational purposes as well as for the student’s enjoyment. Howie Shore, junior, stated, ”1 like the trips very much, be- cause they enable you to see places you never would have seen by yourself.” Previous excursions includ- ed trips to Garvey’s Point, Bronx Zoo, the United Na- tions, and the Planting Fields Arboretum. By offering the students many opportunities to take trips and providing them with an atmosphere con- ducive to creativity and less tension, the Informal School has helped many students. It has rekindled an educational interest in those students who wouldn’t have been affect- ed otherwise. The Informal School is a non-con- formists’ haven. Above: Informal Schooler. Steve Goldstein, looks over his printing styles for his class in the regular school. 220 Informal School Left: An attentive audience including. David Shain. Darlene Easton and Jim McLaughlin makes it easy for Bob McKean to teach his existentialism course. Below: Participation in one of the Informal School's many chess matches requires deep concentration as displayed by Paul Neiman and Vinnie Labbate. Left: A tough backgammon match forces Paul McMahon, to take a respite as his opponent Greg Carmen, ponders his next move. Left: Guitar playing is a common pastime in the informal school. Pat McGuire and his friends play Neil Young's ‘ Sugar Mountain.” Informal School 221 Below: After many weeks of practice, the symphonic band, performed at its highest level in the under the direction of Brad DeMilo. Winter Concert Creative Workshops When one walks down the art corridor it is evident that he has entered a differ- ent world — one bubbling with creative energy. To many students, art classes have a special appeal be- cause of their distint differ- ence from standard courses. “It offers a free- dom, Tammy Angwin, jun- ior, commented, that aca- demic classes do not have. I can work comfortably on my own because the class is not structured like most others.” After passing by the many showcases in the art wing, one osmoticly re- cieves some creativity. All of the students receive indi- vidual attention and as Ann Marie Parente, junior, noted. My teacher's con- cern for me helped my through art.” During the first year of art classes, students must take the Studio in art class, which offers a taste of drawing, crafts, painting and commercial art. After the first term, there is op- portunity for more concen- trated work in advertising design, creative crafts, wa- tercolor and acrylic. Naomi Weinstein, junior stated, These more advanced courses present a real chal- lenge but provide good preparation for future pro- jects.” The drawing and painting class in addition to offering work in pencils, pastels and charcoals, ex- plores art history. At the opposite end of the building, music mixed with the sound of nearby typewriters can be hears. The concert band is one of the largest ever in school history, and the marching band showed greater skill and precision than before. During the football season the marching band mem- Rlght: Concentration and hard work are necessary for Douglas Williams and Nicholas Ippolito to complete their shop projects. bers practiced after school every Thursday with har- bored hopes of attending a summer camp and partici- pating in the Newsday marching band festival in the future. Patti Jean Hicks, sophomore, commented, “If we go to marching camp I think the band will really im- prove because of the ex- perience.” Some band students also play in the orchestra and these two groups, along with the dance band and chorus, perform two big concerts each year for the Farmingdale community. For those interested in theater, there are such electives as play produc- tion, pantomine and impro- visation as well as partici- pation in The World of Mime and Play Crafters which offer many opportu- nities. As long as there are ade- quate funds allocated for the music and art depart- ments, they will both con- tinue to grow and provide the rewarding and fulfilling experiences they have in the past. Right: Trumpet players. Joey Darr. Tom Feinberg and Karen Lisk practice their parts at a band rehearsal. 222 Art and Music Left: Bakers Allison Kaiser. Lori Marcotrigiano. and Luanne Below: A skilled band is a necessity Cigliano display their finished for Joe Diprima to make progress products. in his artwork. Students Acquire Skills If one looked into the home economics rooms and shop areas, he or she would see many people working away at things like and enjoy. “I look forward to going to my home eco- nomics class since it is the one class I really enjoy and am interested in. Katie Koffer. junior, stated. There is a vast amount of courses in the Industrial Arts and Home Economics curriculum, and included among them are Advanced and General Wood and Electric shops in the indus- trial arts and Child Devel- opment. Marriage and Nurs- ing at Home in home eco- nomics. Many students view these electives as being easy “outs” and relatively unimportant, but this is not the case at all. “The courses are very practical and useful since they allow the student to pursue his or her own interest,” Jerry Clinton, sophomore, re- marked. Mr. Sullivan, shop teacher added, “Our cur- riculum does not stop with the projects. It includes as much book work, studying and tests as any other class.” Participation in these academic outlets often re- sults in self-improvement and the creation of a career Left: A sander is utilized by Jim Hoenings as he begins work on a shop project. foundation. John Leddy, a sophomore graphic arts student, claimed, “I plan to use the skill I acquire to carry out my ambition as an artist.” His feelings were shared by many other stu- dents who hope to make a living from what they learn in industrial arts class. The wave of the sex equality has had an effect not only on national fronts but on the local level as well. This year more girls signed up for shop classes and more boys took home economics than ever be- fore. The number of girls in shop classes has drasti- cally increased since they are not afraid to enter fields which were predominately male,” Laura Ghiorsi, soph- omore print shop student, cited, “I am also happy to find that this is accepted, the boys treat us with equality and there is no ill- feeling.” With the diverse selection of electives offered here, it is hoped that the students have already found their true interests and talents and will pursue a career in the home economics or in- dustrial arts field. Industrial Arts and Home Economics 223 BOCES Program Meets Students Needs Although the BOCES pro- gram is not suited to every student, those students with clear-cut vocational in- terests can benefit from it tremendously. If funds are continually allocated for this program, and more stu- dents are made aware of it, there will be more kids leav- ing school in uniforms and at odd hours. Students are boarding buses at eight o’clock in the morning, and many of them are wearing uniforms. This picture seems odd to many students who are un- familiar with the Board of Cooperative Educational Services or BOCES pro- gram, but it occurs each and every school day. Because of a general ig- norance of the BOCES pro- gram’s purpose, many stu- dents have formed detri- mental opinions regarding it. They have viewed it as an “easy out , sterotyped the students and formed noxious prejudices among other things. Leanne Con- tarino, junior, stated, “I don't like being referred to by some people as stupid, because I’m interested in a non-academic field. As a matter of fact I plan on pay- ing part of my college tui- tion with the money I make as a cosmotologist. There are approximately fifty BOCES programs avail- able ranging from classical cuisine to welding, but as in any field, true dedication provides the foundation for success. M r. Edwin Schloesser, Vocational Training Director, cited, “The answer to success is dedication. The dedicated kids will succeed, and it’s these kids we are after, be- cause it’s their future. When they’re presented with such a good opportu- nity, such as BOCES, they will get the most of it. The senior students at- tend their facilities from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM whereas the juniors go from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM. This time schedule is arranged so that students will spend half of their time at BOCES and half in the high school. “It can be hectic,’’ Peter Prinzivalli, senior, com- mented. “It is hard to keep up good grades in both schools, but you have to pass your high school classes or else you cannot graduate. What good is learning a trade if you can’t make money at it, when you enter the job market?” The nursing program, one of the most rigorous of all, places strict demands on nursing students. Be- sides intensive training and studying, students are re- quired to take chemistry and must continue the pro- gram for six weeks after their graduation at Mid-Is- land Hospital. Mary Stud- dert, senior nursing stu- Above: A fine flower display is proudly shown by Tammy Lamb. dent, said, “The BOCES nursing program requires a lot of time and work, but it is definitely worth it. After I take my licensed practical nurse test, I will have an employable skill, but more important, the experience I have gained will help me in my studies to get a Bach- elor of Science degree and become a registered nurse.” 224 BOCES Below: After a strenuous morning, aircraft maintenance students Dorn Left: Cosmetology student Maureen Papagno. Peter Prinzivalli and Dan Handley gains valuable experience Delucia take a well deserved by practicing on models. break. Below: Personal attention is given to Dan Rollero by his electric shop instructor. BOCES 225 Right: The library’s vast selection Below: The library staff is always of books enables Mitch ready to help; Carl Tenney knows this Trosterman, to find materials for and consults Mrs Ward for advice. his term paper Quiet Refuge Is Appealing Though some students may view the library solely as a haven for bookworms, it attracts more than just the studious type. It is one of few places, in the school that offers rare moments of peace and quiet. The librar- ians are always quick to maintain this calm by elimi- nating anyone who be- comes a bit too boisterous for the hushed atmosphere. Of course some find this discipline overly restrictive and opt for the Commons instead. Glen Martyna, jun- ior, humorously stated, “It’s run by the penal code in there.” But for those who need a moment’s rest, or must study, the silence is well appreciated. The library opens its doors at 7:30 a.m. and re- mains open until 3:00 p.m. This is a great help to any- one who must go to the li- brary, but can not find time during the regular six hour school day. All entering stu- dents receive ID cards which are used to take out books. The majority of books circulate for two weeks, but reference books and vertical file material may only be used overnight since the demand for them is greater. Because of the time limit on the materials, the xerox machine has proven itself a very neces- sary part of the library. The library’s resources are quite extensive, espe- cially for a high school. The 28,298 volumes are well or- ganized on two floors, and a separate listening room is the center of an extensive audio-visual system. This system offers over 10,000 various types of media ma- terial, including records, filmstrips, microfilm, and much more. ”1 can always find the information I need,” Beth Rosen, junior, commented. “Everything is always in its place and eas- ily accessible.” Another aspect of the li- brary that many students find helpful is the career and college corner. A wealth of information, rang- ing from aeronautics to zool- ogy is available with some- thing for almost everyone. There are about 200 col- lege catalogue which offer a fine representation of both public and private schools. The Yvonne Burgeosis li- brary is one of the largest high school libraries, in both area and the number of volumes, in New York State. The librarians are es- pecially pleased by its high ratings in the Middle States and New York State eval- uations. Though budget re- strictions have meant revi- sions in spending, there are still over 100 magazines available, and many stu- dents enjoy reading these while lounging in the com- fortable chairs. In addition to the cushioned seats, Jay Nachbar, sophomore, also liked the spiral staircase. “It makes it unique,” he said. Though it isn’t likely the library will ever see the crowds of the Commons, it will continue to have its fol- lowers. As Ellen McCarty, junior, summed it all up, “It’s just a nice place to daydream.” 226 Library Left The library's many informative catalogues aid Jim Genoy with his career plans. Left Each morning many students fill the library because they find it has the perfect atmosphere in which to study before the homeroom bell. Above: The relaxing atmosphere of the library provides a break from a routine day for Mike Luse. Library 227 Below: Actual road driving is the most enjoyable part of driver education. Student drivers Glenn Zingarino and Andy Levine are anxious for their turn at the wheel Below: Health students Sharon Rybacki. Linda Giacona. Carol Right: The state driver s manual Shilliday and Patty Reidlinger. allows Richard Hartman to catch relax after a health lecture. up on some points before a test. Right: Students practicing on the driving simulators receive directions from driver education teacher John Corio. 228 Driver Education and Health Senior Year Brings Privileges and Responsibilities Being a high school sen- ior means having added privileges and responsi- bilities; this holds true in one’s academic course load — driver education is a privilege and health a re- sponsibility. Both of these courses, no matter how boring or exciting, will have a tremendous effect on one's life. One of the most memo- rable experiences a senior will receive comes from a little piece of paper carried in his wallet, and this, of course, is his drivers li- cense. For the majority of students, this experience begins with driver educa- tion. The reasons for high school students taking drivers ed. are varied but a reduced rate on automobile insurance and the ability to get a license earlier than others are two major fac- tors. Many young people even sacrifice part of their summer for this objective. I wanted to get my license early,” Bruce Weiner, sen- ior. commented. “Unfortu- nately, my class was in the middle of the day, and it ruined my vacation. It was worth it though, since I got the license.” The driver education classes are broken into three divisions: lecture, which is famous for its dra- maticly detailed driver ed. movies, simulation, where many students find enjoy- ment in the staged crashes they take part in, and road experience, which usually turns out to be just that — an experience for both stu- dent and instructor. Ann Eugenio, senior, stated I remember driving down Southern State Parkway when the hood of the car flew open. We put it back down but as soon as we started moving it went up again. I refused to drive the car any further so the teacher drove at a high speed of two miles per hour for the entire trip back to school.” More than anything else, the driver education pro- gram gives experience to the inexperienced. As Mr. Marquart, driver ed. instruc- tor, commented, “The classes prepare students for potential problems be- fore they happen on the road.” With the tremendous responsibility driving en- tails, driver education is a solid foundation on which to start no matter what the reason. Another subject that pro- vides a solid foundation and seniors are familiar with is health. Every senior is required to take one se- mester of health, Which in- cludes lectures relating to drugs, alcohol, and smok- ing, among others. How- ever, health goes beyond these set limits as Mrs. Klersfeld, health teacher, commented, We hope to raise the students’ level of awareness concerning all aspects of their life so that they may function in their best possible interest.” The practicality of health is a belief shared by many students. Al Ferrante. sen- ior, commented, “The knowledge you get con- cerning diseases such as heart disease and cancer makes the course valu- able.” Good nutrition, dis- ease prevention, and facts about drug abuse are stressed in the course and are things everyone should know. Chris Thornton, sen- ior, stated, “I would like to live as long as I possibly can. If smoking leads to everything they tell me it leads to, I certainly want no part of it. One’s knowledge of health will not stop after graduation, Mr. Cerrone, health teacher, commented. “Health is one of the better courses because it relates directly to life.’’ It is impera- tive to think of health as an important course that can help one in the long run and has a just place in the curriculum of any high school. These courses, although they are only a half year in length, offered seniors the opportunity to gain prac- tical knowledge which can be used each and every day of their lives. It is their privilege, but should be a responsibility, to make the most of it. Lett: The informal atmosphere of a health class permits Nancy Johnston. Stephen Messina, and Roland Olsewski to relax and learn. Driver Education and Health 229 Right: A steady arm and keen eye are important factors when aiming at a bullseye sixty feet away. GYM: Not the Most Popular It’s Monday morning, and you're spending the most boring forty minutes in school. Over one hundred students are assembled. This and only this, is break- down day which occurs every five weeks. Break- down day is not one of my favorite days, but at least you get to choose from ac- tivities which you would not get otherwise,” Charlie Rei- chel, senior, remarked. The diversity of options ranging from weight lifting to volleyball makes gym a little easier to take. Since physical education or gym is one of the few mandatory classes, these added incentives are of- fered to make the class more appealing. The physi- cal education teachers create some of the activities themselves and many stu- dents find them interesting and unique. There are many good options avail- able such as speedball, which you can't play after school, and that makes them even more inter- esting,” Tom Henn, senior, Class replied. In addition to the creativi- ty of the physical education department, another asset is the gym facilities. Equip- ment, including new gym- nastic equipment, is readily bought and repaired so it is available at all times for the students who wish to use it. The gym and all of its equipment is open to stu- dents on Thursday nights and Saturday afternoons. A Universal weight machine, donated by the Varsity Leaders Club, is especially useful since everyone can use it” Steve Mormino, sophomore, said. “It's very convenient.” Before budget cuts were being considered, the Farmingdale school district took a very bold step and voted for the construction of a million dollar swimming complex. It was completed in 1969, and since then swimming has become a re- quired part of the physical education curriculum. Of all the gym options, swim- ming is the one I like least. I hate to get my hair wet and the water has too much chlorine anyway. Theresa Mangieri, senior, stated. A recent survey proved that an overwhelming ma- jority of students disliked gym. Most students shared junior, Carolyn Chan- enchuk's feelings, I don't like getting sweaty and then going to class. That's the worst part.” However, there are others who like the class as Tommy Walsh, jun- ior, stated. It breaks up the monotony of a long day’s school work.” Those who Above: A very large crowd of students working out on the weight machine is usually seen during each gym class. like gym seem to like the competitive element of the class most. As it is now, gym is a time for exercise and enjoyment; the present physical educa- tion instructors are contin- ually attempting to make that period more enjoyable for more people. 230 Gym How Much Importance Should Be Placed on Regents and S.A.T.’s? I think S.A.T.’s are really unfair. You could be a very brilliant stu- dent and a lousy test taker and do really bad on the S.A.T.’s. More colleges today, I think are realizing this and are not placing such an emphasis on them . . . Christine Johnson, senior I think that Regents are worthwhile if you plan to live in New York. In other states they really don’t mean much. Anonymous Regents are totally ridiculous. They defeat the whole purpose of learn- ing. Teachers, instead of teaching, just prepare the students to pass the Regents. That way they look good and everyone is happy. But don’t you think teaching goes beyond passing a retarded test? Yes, it does, but New York State stifles learning to one’s fullest. Yes, I was prepared for the Re- gents. All year long I heard, “this is going to be on the Regents, on the Regents, on the Regents ... Gerry Clifford, senior ... I think that the S.A.T.’s were brought about out of the need for a system of rating and comparing students. They appear to serve their purpose, but in many cases they don’t reflect the true capac- ities of certain students . . . Often there are top quality students who may choke under the pressure of such important exams. Frank Sposato, senior I do not feel that too much empha- sis should be put on the S.A.T.’s at all ... Students should try to do well on them but if they do not, they should not be too disappointed . . . Barbara Camp, senior S.A.T.’s are not really a good repre- sentation of a student’s ability. Many students with very high grades do not do well on these tests at all. and an average student can do very well. For this reason, college entrance should not be based on them. A person’s grades are much more i important since they show ability on a daily basis. The S A T. is only a few hours. Stu- dents place too much importance on them also. Those who don’t do well seem to get really down on themselves . . . There is too much competition between students where S.A.T.’s are concerned. Chris Studdert, senior I think that the S.A.T.’s should be used as a counselling tool by the High School and colleges . . . Col- leges place too much emphasis on the tests . . . The exam is much too long and you start to lose concen- tration after 1 Vfc to 2 hours. Ken Cottrell, senior Regents were worth while for the reason that they gave a student the taste of what a large examination is like to take. They are the first test a student takes that are of relative size and importance, and they must be prepared for . . . I cannot under- stand why anyone must pass the English and Social Studies Regents to get a Regents diploma, when . . . receiving a passing grade on them proves no accomplishment in the classes they had, while other tests, such as the math and sciences, definitly are better tests, and reflect what the student has learned in the class but are less important! Anonymous I feel that too much importance is placed on the S.A.T.’s by colleges. They should be looked at and con- sidered but not weighed with an excessive amount of bearing and determination. Many people freeze or just don’t do as well as would be expected . . . The S.A.T.’s are enough to get a person so tense, frustrated, and anxious that they become obsessed with doing great, not just well, in order that they get a scholarship and are accepted to the college of their choice . . . Students also hold the grade on the S.A.T. as the “measure of all things’’ but it shouldn’t be. Differ- ent people excell in different areas. One might go great in science and social studies, but terrible in math and English. I feel that the A.C.T.’s are better because they give a more well rounded view of the stu- dent. Gisella Spreizer, senior Left Print shop students work diligently on a tedious task — setting the type Opinions 231 Above: Extra help is one of the services provided by faculty members. Mr. Kahn helps Jim Geyda. with his math assignment in the computer room. 232 Faculty IN DE PTH Whatever resorces a high school may possess in terms of size, library references, laboratory and classroom equipment, the fundamental wealth of the school must be measured by the breadth of interest and depth of its faculty. Farm- ingdale has been fortunate in attracting not only talent- ed and distingushed teach- ers, but those whose par- ticular mark of excellence is their commitment to the student — teacher relation- ship. Faculty is not only a per- manent record of teachers in the 1979-80 school year, but in actuality, it is a trib- ute to the men and women that brought out the stu- dents’ desires to learn. Profiles have been devel- oped to give the reader a closer look at some of the teachers the students pop- ularized. An in depth fea- ture focuses on hall duties which were considered a help and hinderance to teachers and students alike. To conclude this section, the students have written their opinions on what goes into the making of a good teacher. In essence, when the teacher’s gift to open minds is met with a students de- sire to fill his mind with knowledge, a personal con- tact has been made. From there, all things may be dreamed possible. Faculty 233 Assistant Superinten- dents Dr. Philip Acinapuro Mr. Richard Seidel Board of Education Stanley Martyna, Robert Campbell, Robert Weiss. Raymond Parcels, Louis Avallone, Frank Ranieri, Carla Pipert Superintendent of Schools Dr. Fred J. Brockmann 234 ADMINISTRATION Principal John A. McLennan Hi-Life Advisor Assistant Principals Douglas Begeal Clifford Mackin ADMINISTRATION 235 Guidance Michael Ackerman Joan Campbell Helen Cooke Judson Dicks Emmett Donnelly Renzo Gervasoni Edgar Glascott Paul Harabedian Catherine Kreppein 236 GUIDANCE Special Education Rhonda Monkowitz Edith Pinsker Selma Ruben Nancy Sullivan Special Services Marjorie lonnatti School Psychologist Leonard Marino Director of Guidance Lucille Meyerson Laboratory Technician Dr. Robert Palumbo School Psychologist Edwin Schloesser Work-Study Coordinantor Gary Villarreal Audio-Visual Aides: AVA Livewires Left: To build up the holiday spirit, teachers Bob Monteleone. left. Marc Sherrin, Bruce Gelbman. and Malcom Kaufman held their own pre-Thanksgiving Day festival in Mr. Lomonico's journalism classroom. DEANS and SPECIAL SERVICES 237 English Right: Oral Comprehension is a major part of learning a foreign language Mr Prairie dictates a French lesson to his class Thomas Duncan English 11 Humanities 11 Christine Friedman English Ruben Friedman English 11, 12 Survey of American Literature Martha Harris English 10 Joan Kahn English 12 Humanities 12 Frances Kassler English 10, 11 Joseph Morra, Chairman English 12 Kevin Aylward English 11 Edward Byrne English 10 William Cates English 10, 11, 13AP World Literature CLEP 238 English f Arpie Koroghlian English 10, 11, 12 Joanne Kroon English 10 Left: A student is assisted by Mrs. Koroghlian with her English essay William Lawrence English 10 Acting World of Mime Advisor Michael LoMonico Englsih 11,12 Journalism Robert McKean English 11, 12, 13AP Informal School Michelle McKenna English 11, 12 Hi-Life Business Advisor Karen Meagher English 11, 12 Regina Monahan English 9, 11, 12 English 239 Jeremiah O’Sullivan English 10, 11 Robert Rose English 11, 12 S.A.C. Advisor Kenneth Schwinn Humanities 10, English 11 Anthony Setteducati English 11, 12 Kenneth Ulric English 12, Media Public Speaking Playcrafters Advisor Phyllis Zaphiris English 12 Survey of British Literature McKean’s Diversity Provides Enjoyment At approximately 7:55 each morning, a bellowing, “Quiet” can be heard com- ing from room 242. This voice belongs to Mr. Robert McKean, English teacher, affectionately and casually known as Bob to his Infor- mal School students. McKean, a graduate of Adelphi University, began teaching Informal School English eight years ago be- cause he thinks, “it’s the right way for some students to learn; it’s a necessary al- ternative for some stu- dents.” He also feels that it has “an atmosphere that can’t be duplicated in only 40 minutes five days a week because you get to know everyone as people not sterotyped teachers and students.” Although McKean teach- es a Regents Prep course and A.P. English he offers students a choice of a vari- ety of different courses each quarter. These courses range from Crea- tive Writing to Fantasy and Supernatural. “I can teach things here (in the Informal School) that I couldn’t teach in regular school. Sometimes I teach things I’m interested in and some- times it's things students want to learn,” McKean said. This system seems to agree with the students. “I like having a choice,” Chris Abato, junior, said, “it breaks the monotony of having the same class all year.” Despite his heavy schedule, McKean manages to keep up with all his classes and keeps the students in each course equally interested without the use of special techniques. “Gimmciks don’t work, the kids are too smart. “I think if I'm inter- ested and enthusiastic, the students will be also,” he said. “Bob is a good teach- er and he knows what he’s talking about,” Mary Ellen Weiden, senior said, “He’s down to earth, he doesn’t just teach you what you have to learn, he teaches you more.” 240 English Social Studies Ivan Krakowsky, Chariman Humanities12 Frank Allison Anthropology Humanities 12 Contemporary Affairs Paper Lion Advisor James Barry Anthropology American History Lewis Bernard World History Doris Brenner Interact Advisor Humanities 11 Exploring Childhood Sociology John Conroy American History World History Angelo DiFrancisco American History Girls Varsity Volleyball Coach Boys Varsity Baseball Coach Roy DuBois American History Flora Hartford African Studies Humanities 10 Iris Hoffert American History Ecology Economics Sociology Kenneth Johnston World History Frances Magliochetti African History American History Ecology Eugene McSweeney World History Anthropology Social Studies 241 Jeffrey Spiro World History Douglas Swart World History Ercell Williams American History World History Social Studies Susan Menzer World History Childcare Sociology Ecology John Papayani Informal School Barbara Potash World History American History Francis Sardina American History Voice of Farmingdale Evokes Enthusiasm Football and basketball fans all know that amongst all the chattering and noise, one man’s voice is heard above all others. It is that of Mr. Angelo DiFrancisco an- nouncing. Mr. DiFrancisco teaches American History, but teaching is only part of his many contributions to the school. Mr. “D.”, as he is known by his students, coaches the varsity base- ball and girls volleyball teams in addition to spon- soring boys b.isketball and coed volleyball intramurals. A feeling of deep respect exists between DiFrancisco and his students. “He gets really excited when he's teaching,” David Hickey, junior, said, “He speaks loudly and animates all his important points.” “He gets so excited that the veins in his neck pop out.” John Krumenacker, junior, added. His genuine enthusiasm can often become hu- morous. “He doesn’t mind joking around to make everyone feel more com- fortable, but what I like is the way he treats us as adults and gives us respon- sibility.” Eric Strubel, junior, revealed. Because DiFrancisco en- joys his job and teenagers, he is concerned about their future and helps to prepare them for it. DiFrancisco said, “I realize that being a high school student isn’t easy, but if the kids realize this and accept their re- sponsibilities, then they are better prepared for the difficult challenge of col- lege and the world ahead.” 242 Social Studies Philip Brody Physics Carol Feldhaus Biology Selected Topics Bruce Gelbman Biology Arthur Gryzlo Chemistry Malcolm Kaufman Biology Carol Lindeman Biology Animal Room Science Club Advisor James Mahood Biology AP Melvin Merkel Chemistry Cornelius O’Keefe Chemistry Science 243 Classroom Comradery Breaks Educational Barriers A very special relation- ship is formed when a teacher can deal with her students on a one to one basis, academically as will as personally. She then be- comes a friend. Many stu- dents consider Mrs. Lou- sette Turner their friend. Mrs. Turner teaches Sur- vey of Chemistry, and deals with a variety of students, with problems ranging from laziness to personal difficulties. She handles each one with special con- cern and understanding, and her studnets seem to appreciate her interest. She cares about us. She would go out of her way to try and help us with our problems whether they per- tain to school or not, Brian Mazzeo, senior, said. Mrs. Turner has helped students with serious problems such as fighting and whatever. She lets them know she cares. The atmosphere in the classroom illustrates anoth- er example of her concern. It is informal enough that the students are occasion- ally allowed to listen to mu- sic. It’s all very relaxed, but it needs to be that way. This cuts down on the usu- al stress of the class, Mrs. Turner said. Lateness is tol- erated to an extent, but every student who enters the class late has a legiti- mate excuse, that they might not confide to anoth- er teacher. Otherwise, this doesn’t make her differ- ent, as all students with a legitimate” excuse are tol- erated by their teachers. Students trust Mrs. Turner, and this is one example of how she returns their trust. There is also an empha- sis on the importance of work, and Mrs. Turner sets high goals and achieves them as she encourages her students in their work. She is also interested in getting her class involved in community activities. She offered extra credit in an attempt to get her studends to bring in food during the holidays for needy families of the community. I hope that Mrs. Turner will be around for many more years so everyone can enjoy her as a teacher and a friend, Leslie Crane, senior, stated. It is probable that most of her students feel the same way. Science Continued Robert Orkus Physics Aase Piekut Physics Chemistry John Reichhold Biology Robert Riedy Biology Girls Tennis Coach Julio Rodriguez Biology Space Science Albert Tint Biology Lousette Turner Chemistry General Science Peter Wass Biology 244 Science Mathematics Isidore Berglass, Chairman SAT Prep Robert Andersen Intermediate Algebra Advanced Algebra Anatylic Geometry Stephen Bitel Math 9, 10, 12 Analytic Geometry Introduction to Calculus Boys’ Varsity Tennis Coach Left: While enjoying lunch in the teachers' cafeteria, Mr. Mulligan recounts an amusing anecdote with Mr. Ruggiero and Mrs. Skavroneck Caroline Caccavallo Math 9, 10, 13 AP National Honor Society Advisor Marie Colalucci Math 9, 10 Intermediate Algebra Mathletes Advisor James Hanshumaker Math 11,12 Advanced Algebra Analytic Geometry Samuel Iseman Math 9, 10, Advanced Algebra Introduction to Calculus Barry Kahn Math II Intermediate Algebra Science Programs SAT Prep Lester Meckler Math 9, 11 Intermediate Algebra Math 245 Math Continued Renee Pasterneck Math 9, 10, 11 Jerald Resnick Math 9, 11, Introduction to Probability Statis- tics Introduction to Calculus Gary Rosenthal P.S.E.N. mathematics Josephine Selitte Math 10, 11, 12 Marc Sherrin Math 10, 11, Calculus, Intermdiate Al- gebra, Probability and Statistics, Informal School Joanne Tworkowski Math 9, 10 Introduction to Probability and Statistics Leah Yauger Math 10, Intermediate Algebra Advanced Algebra The Logical Way to Mathematics In order to break up the monotony of forty-five min- utes of solving quadratic equations, Mr. Andersen, In- termediate and Advanced Algebra teacher, has inflicted his math students with his own brand of hu- mor. I decided long ago it was hopeless to try and tell the best jokes, so now I’m content with telling the worst, Mr. Andersen said. The response is usually in- teresting. But, seriously, I feel a certain amount of humor is needed to relax the class. I think he’s a very good teacher but his jokes need work. Bernie Blanchard, senior, ex- plained. Contrasted to an English or Social Studies class, a math class deals mainly with facts and figures rather than creative or abstract thinking. This is why many students find a math class a difficult period to retain their interest. I feel the ma- terial should be presented so that the students them- selves are able to discover how to solve the problems, rather than the teacher saying, Here's how it’s done, now do it,” Mr. An- dersen stated. Mr. Andersen is able to keep a rather loose atmo- sphere in class, but he doesn’t sacrifice either the respect of his students or the amount of work that is covered. He feels that it is the students’ responsibility to do the work and stay current with the material. Although he doesn’t check the homework, he does give surprise quizzes. I’m not the students’ mothers. I just don’t have time to check the homework each day with the amount of ma- terial that has to be cov- Above: Attentive listening, a prerequisite to learning, is exemplified by Adam Ashkenas. ered. The students should be responsible enough to do the homework without having to be constantly checked, Mr. Andersen stated. If they do it, their quiz average will show it, and the converse is also true. When in a class that stresses the importance of mathematical concepts and preciseness, it is comforting to know that the individual can study and learn in a casual environment. 246 Mathematics Foreign Language El Excelente — Dugan Patricia Avila Spanish, Italian Cherie Bluth Spanish James Dugan Spanish Varsity Soccer Coach Janet Goldberg French Spanish Ruth Kellner Spanish Jane Mooney German Marta Perez Spanish Ernest Prairie French Vita Wayne Spanish French Informal School that often drive the class into hysterics. The clowning and joking doesn’t interfere with the academic side of his class, however, instead it enhances the learning process. For instance, when Mr. Dugan talks on very rapid Spanish and mixes in embarrassing re- marks with the lesson, his purpose is to make the stu- dents pay attention and think about the topic. The classes appreciate this blend of humor and learn- ing. “Even though he fools around a lot he’s really a super teacher,’’ Vinny Maz- zaro, sophomore, stated. Mr. Dugan stresses his students' responsibility to work and study frequently. One of his goals is to create good study habits in his students by encour- aging them to study a little each night rather than cram right before a test. And al- though he is generally lenient, he can be severe when necessary. “My class is no concentration camp, but there is work along with the loose atmosphere,’’ Mr. Dugan explained. The com- bination apparently works, because his Spanish stu- dents end up with solid learning along with the laughter. Paul Cincinnato, Chairman, District Director Dugie Babes,’’ as Mr. James Dugan is fondly re- ferred to by his students, tries to eliminate the boring aspects from his class by creating a family type atmo- sphere that sparks a high level of interest in his stu- dents. “He’s a good teacher but he’s a little strange,” Nick Anari, sophmore, com- mented. One of Mr. Du- gan’s more unusual acts is making bird calls and tap- ping out the theme of Jaws on his desk. He also creates unusual drawings on dittos and the black- board, and calls his stu- dents by ridiculous names Foreign Language 247 Band Takes A New Form A noticeable change in band has taken place in the past two years. A large part of the credit for this change belongs to Mr. Brad DeMilo. The almost total overhaul of the marching band has resulted in a new style. The band is now marching corps-style which is reflective of the music being played. Mr. DeMilo also coordinated an impres- sive Dalerette and flag rou- tine along with the regular half-time show. The band's enthusiasm has also improved greatly. Mr. DeMilo has given them a new incentive and will to pull together and work for a better band. Although a demanding teacher, Mr. DeMilo keeps up a good relationship with his students and is well liked. 'The spirit of the band has picked up tremen- dously and we’re doing new things with Mr. DeMilo as our director, He’s a very ambitious teacher,” Frank DeFiore, senior, stated. Carol Abato, sophomore, added, I think that it is good to see such an out- going teacher who is willing to put in so much time for us.” His deep love of music is exemplified by his total in- volvement even out of school. “When I’m not teaching, I play the french horn, professionally, in The Capital American Concert Band, The Massapequa Symphony, and favorite, The Old Bethpage Village Band.” It is now apparent that it was through Mr. DeMilo’s work of reformation that the band has built up a more reputable name for itself through its new en- thusiasm, size and sound. Music Mary Allison Chorus Music Theory Brad DeMilo Advanced Theory Band Dance Band Marching Band Peter Tomforde Orchestra Art Roger Hartford, Chairman William Corby Eleanor Siegel Home Economics Ann Heaney, Chairperson Ruth Mace Barbara Phocas 248 Music. Art. Home Economics Xenos Perceived as Aristotle Health Peter Cerrone Regina Dunn Sylvia Klerosfeld Reading Timothy Xenos, Chairman SAT Prep Intermediate Reading Speed Reading Charles Harrold Reading Clinic Speed Reading Eileen Lamdan Reading PSEN Ekil . . . Wonk ouy com- ands Mr. Timothy Xenos, Ekil and Wonk ouy re- sponds the embarrassed victim. This dialogue is common to all students in Xenos’ S.A.T. Prep class and must be recited when- ever they use like” or you know while speaking. These constantly repeated phrases are damaging to communication, Xenos ex- plained. I’m just trying to undo or reverse the dam- age that is done. Along with his college credentials, his concern for the proper use of the Eng- lish language makes Xenos a qualified vocabulary teacher. I feel every word is a concept and a person must be able to master and retain a full knowledge of each concept in order to speak effectively.” Most of his students are pleased with his precise outlook. We don’t just memorize word lists, we’re taught how the words are used and from where they origi- nated, Jan Weinroth, jun- ior, said. I think most of his students now realize language is not just a bunch of words that make sense, but it's an art that must be developed. Although much of class time was spent studying analogies, memorizing and deciphering word meanings in preparation for the S.A.T., impromptu dis- cussions on world politics, travels abroad, and word history often frequented and always educated his classes I loved it when we spent half the period shar- ing our views on the Iran situation or capitalism, even if I do get ekiled and wonk ouyed, Paul Romanelli, junior, admitted. Mr. Xenos is one of the most learned men I know, Julianne Ryan, junior,said. It’s a lesson in itself to hear about his political views, his adventures on the Nile, or the entire history of a word. These long discussions are often twofold. Even though they are entertain- ing and thought provoking he inconspicuously uses them to elaborate on his lesson. When I see a gen- uine interest in class dis- cussion, and when it’s not just a means to get me side tracked, I also see an op- portunity to exemplify vo- cabulary use and the impor- tance of organized thought processes, Xenos, ex- plained. I know it’s only a half year course, John Salad- ino, confessed, But I’ve gotten more out of this class in three months than any of my other classes ex- cept humanities. Since this is the typical response from most of Xenos’ students, it is safe to say that the class is not only receiving sound preparation for the S.A.T., but learning some of their most important lessons through one man’s advice and experiences. Health. Reading 249 Hall Duty Sparks Creativity and Controversy In Students and Teachers Students Devise Effective Schemes Hall Duty is that never ending battle for clean and safe hallways. Most Farm- ingdale High School stu- dents are familiar with teachers who guard the hallway entrances, ready to stop people and ask them for passes. Unfortunately, as Stuart Forbish, senior, commented, “They never believe you. If you say you lost your pass, or went to do a favor for a teacher, they always ask you to get another pass. How can any- one get a pass if they won't let you back to class to get one? A question commonly asked is whether hall duties are necessary? The answer can be found by looking around the school at the broken phone receivers, the graffitti on the walls, at oth- er examples of destruction that have occurred in school. The majority of van- dalism occurs during the class periods. Without teachers “policing the halls, as Mr. John Rei- chold, science teacher, called it, “anything could happen.” “My biggest fear is that my locker will be bro- ken into, Coleen Conally, junior, explained. “I feel safer knowing that a teach- er is in the hall.” However, Mr. Ken Schwinn said, The way the duties are set up, there are always people in the hallways anyway. Students have found many ways to reach their destination without the le- gality of a pass. Some at- tempts are very creative while others are quite basic. Besides sneaking into halls, some students have been known to use their speed instead of a pass, to get them passed teachers. “I en- joy the exercise I get by chasing kids that take off down the hall when I ask them for a pass, Mr. Bruce Gelbman, science teacher, admitted. The most popular is the password “informal school.” Once a student says this, the special Infor- mal School pass is not usu- ally asked for and most any student is free to walk the halls. Another alternative is to pretend you have a pass. Larry Abuhoff, sophomore, explained, “You have to give the teachers a look like you have one. If there’s no questionable look on your face, they leave you alone. Some students even go so far as to make their own pass. Arthur Seeberger, senior, added, “All you have to do is wave the piece of paper at them as you walk by. They don’t read it. The more creative ideas include carrying a protrac- tor, a chair, or music stand to act as a pass. Karen Lisk, senior, stated, I’ve found an effective way to avoid the teachers. I just carry a chair with me. Who’s going to stop and question me if I’m carrying a chair? A favorite among juniors and seniors is the lost ring dilemma. When asked for a pass, they simply reply that they lost their ring and are trying to find it. Once again, the student is allowed through the “barri- cade. The simplest way to avoid the teachers is to find an alternate stairway or hall. Unfortunately, it’s a lot eas- ier upstairs than down- stairs. For some reason there seems to be more teachers downstairs than upstairs. Most of the time, though, the teachers do keep ahead of the students and perform their jobs well. “No one likes serving hall duty, Mrs. Flora Hartford, history teacher, explained. Above: While on hall duty, Dr. Alyward questions the legitimacy of Michael Cherry's pass as he attempts to get through the hall. “But if students were more responsible, duties would be unnecessary. Unfortu- nately, that is not the case.” This is the same rea- soning the administration follows. They are neces- sary for insuring a safe at- mosphere in the school, Commented Mr. John McLennan, principal. “It’s those few students who are immature that make this a necessary chore. Miss Ann Spieldenner, teacher, cited, “I don’t particularly like them. However, I think it is a definite necessity and I think the students realize it even though they may not admit it.” 250 Hall Duty In Depth E PTH IN D E PTH Left: In an attempt to relieve boredom. Mr. Prairie marks French papers. Above: To pass the time in a presently unoccupied hallway Mrs. Pasternack reads The New York Times. Don Hohlman. one of our security guards, looks placidly into the courtyard after school hours. Hall Duty In Depth 251 Hall Duty Sparks Creativity And Controversy in Students Hall Duty Creates Controversy Among Teachers Teachers will agree that there is definitely a sound cause for hall duties. How- ever, they also agree they would like to see non- teachers performing them. Mrs. Phyllis Zaphiris, Eng- lish teacher, commented, “I understand the need for ‘someone’ to serve hall duty, I just wish it weren’t me! Teachers could be uti- lized in better ways.” The general feeling of the facul- ty is that hall duties should be performed by teacher aides or guards. “It’s a bor- ing waste of professional time,” Mr. Stephen Bitel, math teacher commented. “Hall duties can be per- formed by teacher aides or paraprofessionals. That fact is that teachers have always performed some type of hall duty. Mr. Robert Mulligan recalled, “I have served hall duties, study halls, cafeterias, gyms, all of it. It is part of the job. Some duties are good, some are bad, but it’s still part of the job. Stu- dents have to be super- vised and more so today than before.” Under the teacher’s con- tract, they are required to teach five classes, have one lunch, one free period, and serve one duty period. This holds true for most Above: Mr. Andersen, math teacher, has to learn to adopt to the No sitting while on duty rule by reading on the move. 252 Hall Duty In Depth teachers, with the ex- ception of the English de- partment, some of whose members teach four classes, and union officers who are exempt from duty periods. What the teachers are re- quired to do during their duty period is decided by the administration. In past years, teachers supervised study halls, bathrooms, the surrounding campus, grade offices, and the cafeteria. All of these have been eliminated. Security guards now perform the grounds and parking lot duties, and lunch aides now supervise the cafeterias. Two years ago, the facul- ty was told by the adminis- tration that duty periods were meant to be exactly what they are called — a duty period. They must per- form this duty standing up and on the move. As Mr. McLennan commented, How can a teacher super- vise if he is sitting in some corner reading the New York Times?” Mrs. Michelle McKenna explains, “The frustrating part about the new patroling rule is that as soon as you walk down the hall, a half dozen kids will run up the stairways at the opposite end.” Whether or not anything will change is up to the teachers and the adminis- tration. But, no matter what the out come is, students can be sure that there will always be some means of hall patrol. Above: Verification of passes is a constant part of the hall duty period. Mrs. Renee Pasternack, confronts Mike Tucciarone. and Rashmi Jagasia. and Teachers IN DE PTH Left: Standing watch in her area. Mrs. Dunn, takes time out to review her lesson plans. Above: New to the job this year. Mr Rosenthal developes his technique at pass checking. Right: One of the more Iron handed Hall Duty Persons takes a closer look at Vicki DeSimone s pass Hall Duty In Depth 253 Mary Ann Brown Shorthand Typing Office Practice Jacqueline Chojnowski PSEN Business Arithmetic Math Rita Costa Shorthand Transcription Typing Personal Typing John DeBiase Office Machines Data Processing Business Arithmetic Key Club Advisor Blanche Feurer Accounting Business Management Contemporary Legal Issues Carol Grassel Office Practice Shorthand Typing Right: FBLA members listen attentively to a guest speaker at their meeting. 254 Business i George Halliday Bookkeeping Sales Business Arithmetic SSAC Advisor Stanely Lieberman Typing Office Practice Introduction to Data Processing Patti Lund Personal Typing Shorthand Typing Rose Marshall Business Law Bookkeeping Louise Meyers Typing Secretarial Practice Personal Notetaking Personal Typing Future Secretaries Advisor Louis Ruggiero Merchandise Advertising Display Fashion Merchandise Marketing and Retailing Green and White Shop Advisor Business Advisor Paper Lion Audrey Shapiro Typing Shorthand Transcription Keypunch Donna Stanza Secretarial Practice Office Practice Typing Susan Vigiano Business Arithmetic Bookkeeping Recordkeeping Gregg Whyte Data Processing Business 255 Physical Education Don Snyder Director of Athletics Football Coach Robert Mulligan, Chairman Assistant Track Coach Assistant Varsity Football Coach, William Annis Swimming Coach Irving Apgar Assistant Varsity Football Coach, Varsity Wrestling Coach Regina Bouin Physical Education Mull: One of the Guys The weight machine The weight machine All the guys love The weight machine This tune as will as “Be- ware of the Interloper,” “Funnyland,” and The Locker Room Song are popular gym folk songs created by singer, song- writer, physical education chairman, and teacher Mr. Robert Mulligan. “I sing these songs to get the kids with it. Mulligan explained, I try to get them stimu- lated.” Besides singing to his class, he frequently joins in a game of basketball or works out with his students on the famous weight ma- chine. Kids like you to par- ticipate,” Mulligan claimed. He's like one of the boys,” John Saladino, junior, said. His outgoing and hu- morous personality influences students into at- tending his gym classes. ‘‘If you have Mull for a teacher, he makes you want to come to his classes, Joe Per- sampire, senior explained. He puts you at ease,” John Brown, senior, added. Although Mulligan is sometimes considered a clown by both students and teachers, his students, es- pecially, never fail to take heed to his serious side. You can never get away with a cut because he re- members every face and 256 Physical Education Walter Brem Boy’s VLC Advisor, J.V.Football Coach, Spring Track Coach Winter Track Coach every name,” Jerry Foley, senior, said, How he does it, I don’t know.” Most students who know Mulligan share in believing that he is one of the few teachers in the school who can effectively relate to teenagers. You have to talk to kids. Mulligan said, “They like to recognized. I try to treat students the way they like to be treated, not just as number 3579 on an IBM card.” He's sharp,” John Vatter, senior, com- mented. “He knows how to get along with everyone. During his thirty-one years of teaching ex- perience, Bob Mulligan has taught history and health as well as physical education classes. “I like gym better because I’m hyperactive myself, he admitted. As a coach, Mulligan’s in- telligence and strategic ad- vice have gone into making the football and track teams victorious. His humorous tactics and enthusiasm psy- ches every team member. ’’Enthusiasm is catchy. It’s Barbara Karnes Girls' Basketball Coach Girls’ Softball Coach Rosalie Lebnick J.V. Cheerleaders’ Advisor J.V. Volleyball Coach, G.L.C. Advisor Alvin Parks Cross Country Track Coach Girls' J.V. Softball Coach Ann Spieldenner J.V. Basketball Coach like athletes foot, Mulligan reasoned. As athletes leave the practice field, he sere- nades them with the Mulli- gan Locker Room Song ‘‘Take a shower every hour and you’ll be cleaner than you are. Take it daily like Charlie Haley and you’ll be as clean as any movie star. When asked why he liked Mulligan. John Vatter. sen- ior, responded, ‘‘How could you not like Mull? Physical Education 257 Vincent Giordano Advanced Wood Shop Cabinet Making General Wood Shop Harris Goldenberg General Electric Shop General Wood Shop Edward Grannas Industrial Mathematics General Wood Shop Paul Hoffman Advanced Electric Shop General Electric Shop Assistant J.V. Football Coach Henry Hutter Advanced Wood Shop General Wood Shop Neil Krost General Print Shop Wood Shop Mark Piven Advanced Print Shop General Print Shop Daler Pressman Frank Silvestri Industrial Mathematics Mechanical Drawing Walter Sullivan General Print Shop Industrial Mathematics Industrial Arts Paul Bruno Advanced Metal Shop Auto Shop General Metal Shop Michael Claps Auto Shop General Shop A CASUAL GUY Many students regard In- dustrial Arts or Arts or ’’Shop as a period where one can relax and enjoy oneself while still learning a valuable trade, Mark Piven’s students, in particular, feel this way. Mr. Piven has a flair for combining the required ma- terial with projects that are enjoyable to his students. “To keep my students inter- ested, I let them choose something that suits their tastes within the framework of the requirements, Piven stated. His students appreciate his flexibility in teaching. Noreen O’Connor, senior commented, We work, but we have fun while we work. He makes it so it doesn't seem like a regular class because there’s such an easy going atmosphere.” As Ralph Palotta, senior, said, He is a teacher who knows his job and can handle his students. He is very understanding and treats every student equally. You don’t consider Print Shop a class, you consider it having a good time.” 258 Shop Drivers Education John Corio David Hill Albert Marquart George Schinina Librarians Miriam Silver, Chairperson Helen Bilinkoff Dorothy Partridge Nurses Elizabeth Mathisen Joline Scura Trudy Scavroneck Driver Education, Library and Nurse 259 Sign In Secretary Adele Hess Marie Murphy Charlotte Sherman Patricia Feuerstein Bea Ryan Mary Jane Farrell Irene Salerno Tenth Eleven Twelfth Library, A.V.A. Nurse, Secretaries Eleanor Ward Lucille Lane Margaret Kinney 260 Special Service Main Office Secretaries Velma Buckman Eleanor Elster Jean Gibson Main Guidance Secretaries Betty Neary Colleen Cantwell Lorraine Leonard Custodians Top Row: H. Rosado, J. Farrei Jr., M. Deleman, T. Langon, G. Freudenberger, N. La Morte, A. Graf, A. Chillemi, R. Levine. Bottom Row: A. Innes, J. McGuire, J. Calasso, H. Maybury, J. McGuire Sr., A. Johnson, A. Moskow T. Lennon, M. Moskow, V. Calasso Cafeteria Staff Row 1: A. Tadduni, E. Siegal, P. Novel, J. Freudenberger Row 2: S. Janos, M. O’Lieary, E. Edling, J. Guidice, I. Malango F. Kasper, M. Barelli, A. Niesq, O. Sotnik Special Service 261 Is A Good Teacher One that Teaches Well or is Popular with Students? Above: A humorous moment is enjoyed between Biology teacher Mr Baxter and his class. ... I think a teacher who gets close to his students personally is a better teacher. They understand what the students are like and how the student thinks . . . Dean Kenney, junior ... It takes a combination of both to be a good teacher. A teacher who is fun usually keeps the attention of the students while getting the lesson across. A teach- er could be as much fun as watch- ing a lake evaporate yet still be able to get the lesson across. I don’t think it is one or the other. It takes a lot to be a good teacher and some have it and some don’t John Capobianco. sophomore ... A good teacher is a teacher that teaches well and is popular with the students. School is boring to begin with. It begins too early in the morning, gets really crowded, and it’s as close to a prison as you can get (notice the fences?) To keep the kids from going insane, the teacher has got to be able to talk in ordinary language, not upper class. If the teacher can bear going to the kids' level, then the kids can bear learning all this unnecessary garbage! A good teacher is a teacher that cares enough to make the kids learn in the best way pos- sible, not by the book. Excessive discipline just makes the student despise the teacher and all he has to say is disregarded. David Imhoff, junior ... A good teacher is not a good teacher unless he or she is well- liked by the students. If a teacher is disliked by the majority of the stu- dents then his lessons do no pene- trate the pupils. A popular teacher is sometimes, not always, the best teacher. They might try to be liked by all the students and ignore the purpose of teaching. A popular teacher is usually a good influence on the students and the students want to accomplish their work be- cause the teacher is liked . . . Barbara Camp, senior ... No person can teach well as far as everyone is concerned. One teacher may be able to reach more students than another teacher, but on a whole, to me a good teacher has to reach me. Sure, teachers who are popular with the students are categorized as good teachers, but again, to me, if a teacher is friendly and able to talk with on an equal level, then he she is a good teacher. Both qualities, a merging of popularity and comprehendible teaching is the stereotype-good teacher. Frank A. Marrazzo, junior . When I see a bell curve at the end of a marking period, then I see a good teacher. Mary Raguso. Senior ... A good teacher is one who not only teaches well but one who can also relate to students on a level that can make the whole learning experience more inter- esting and worthwhile. Laurie Bender. Senior ... I would rather have someone who teaches well and has a nasty disposition. I know that I know that I would then be prepared for Re- gents exams. An extremely popular teacher would be fun, but when tests come around, I would suffer because of it. The ideal condition would be to have a good teacher that is also popular, yet these teachers are few and far between all the others. Barbara Gilloon, sophomore Below: By physically emphasizing his point. English teacher Robert Monteleone gets his idea across. 262 Opinions . . . What is a good teacher? While both popularity and teaching skill are important, the real measure of a good teacher is not their ability to make you remember the facts, but their ability to relate the materi- al to the class and make the class feel involved. Through the teach- ers’ ability to do this comes their popularity, so a good teacher should and can be both popular and teach well. Sean Logan, junior ... A good teacher is one who both teaches well and can still be popular with the students. I feel a good teacher must be one who can Above: Personal attention is given to Chris Austin, junior, by Social Studies teacher. Mr DiFrancisco. present the material and get the point across to the students and can also relate to the students on a friendly basis instead of just being an authority figure. In order for a teacher to be a good teacher he must earn the respect of the stu- dents as well as respect them. Cathy Orobona, senior ... In order to enjoy the class, you have to be able to talk to the teacher and kid-around a little. I’m Above: Through visual aid. Mr. Rodriguez finds that his students learn more. not saying that you have to laugh every minute but just once in awhile. Of course the teacher must also be able to teach well, but some teachers possess both abili- ties which is terrific. I can’t under- stand certain classes in which we cannot talk or are afraid to ask questions. If I had a choice of teachers, I would pick the more popular one. Marie Platania, junior . . . A good teacher should be both popular with students and teach well. The popularity is unim- portant because it forms a kind of interest. If the student likes the teacher he’ll tend to form an inter- est toward that subject. If the stu- dent doesn’t like the teacher, he won't want to go to class. He’ll have resentment and will show them by failing a test or some- thing. Popularity, however, can lead to less paying attention to the subject and more to the more to the teacher. A good teacher knows his material and can relate it to the students. That is most important overall. Lorraine Landahl, junior . . . Teachers who teach well make the best teachers. I’d rather have a teacher who can make me think and work for myself than a teacher who fools around during the class period and practically does all the work for me. More self- satisfaction is gotten when you think and work hard for a good grade you might get . . . Kelly ONeill, junior . . . I think that a good teacher is one who works hard to teach you the best she can. A good teacher forces you to work and that’s what most students need. What I think really makes a good teacher is one who has a sense of humor and is capable of combining this quality with the pushing needed to teach the course. Having a sense of hu- mor reduces the tension within the classroom which makes it easier to learn. When a teacher is boring, students thoughts tend to drift and learning the material is much more difficult . . . Lisa Montanino, junior ... I feel that good teaching methods are more important than popularity in actual worth to the Above: Working on a student's project. Mr. William Corby. Art teacher demonstrates how to set type students. Too many students place too much importance on a teach- er’s personality, but a pleasant per- sonality will not teach the subject matter. The ideal teacher is someone who can combine both, because a teacher who can teach well and relate to the students will help the students the most. 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'6 io% 10% - « i (h «♦ % n n ........ 9% io . 16% 16’« - % - $- % 5 %♦ J4% 14% - nftiuft- 64V, 45 - 20‘ i 20% - 7 7 ♦ 24 24% ♦ 24% 74 . - XI 20 .- 19% Mi.., 17 . 17%- 11% 11% - 8 . 8%... K % 10%. 17% 17’«- % 15 35 - % 12% 12%- 28 28'-. % 4-% 4;% 2% 70.7, . - % '6% 21� . 21 %- % 72% XH. % . 17% 7% 8 7?% 29 . 70 70% - % 9% g% 9 ' 9% 22 16 4 3� 17% 23% 10% 9% 5% IS 11 1 35% 15% IS1 � 7% 51% 17V, 6% 4’,4 13% 9% 45% 25% U% � %i New Ybrk Stock Exchange New York Stock Exchange CtMVX« IO IIMOMC u New York Stock Exchange CCMVXCUTiD iMACmO IN DEPTH IN DE PTH Current economic instability has widened the range of financial problems faced by both privately owned busi- nesses and large corpo- rations of and around the Farmingdale community. To develop familiarity and pro- mote sales, business have taken to advertising. It is fortunate Hi-Life ’80 has re- ceived numerous advertise- ments and support from the surrounding community. Along with featured finan- cial support, Business writes of the plight of the small community stores against the growing number of super-malls. Although stocks, wages, and prices have not main- tained constant throughout the year, it is encouraging to know the community helped to publish this book with their generous sup- port. Business 265 Malls Threaten Small Businesses With the arrival of the new decade comes the re- alization that a new product of modern society has come to stay. The Sunrise, Roosevelt Field, and the Walt Whitman Malls are three very large and sprawl- ing shopping facilities. However, the success of these shopping malls be- comes a threat to the many reputable and well estab- lished businesses of Farm- ingdale, some which have been providing community service and responsibility for decades. Convenience seems to be the main attraction to con- sumers concerning the mall. Anything I could pos- sibly want, I can find it in the Mall, states Laura Ghiorsi, sophomore. Housed under one roof, with central air conditioning and heating, the Sunrise Mall seems the ideal shop- ping area. With over 100 small and large chain stores to choose from, the shop- per can spend an entire day there, occasionally sitting to rest in one of the many eat- ing establishemnts. It has also become a haven for teenagers, a place where friends meet and enjoy themselves for the day. The easily accessible transportation to the mall is another reason for the prospering of these shop- ping centers. A fifty cent bus fare will bring shoppers to and from the malls from any bus stop in Nassau County. Joanne Visalli, jun- ior, states, I don’t have to bother my mother or my friends to drive me to the mall. It’s very convenient to be able to take a bus, I have more freedom. The large parking facilities pro- vided are also extremely convenient for commuters. But with the transition from smaller, neighborhood stores to the large public chain stores, something is lost. A problem which is evi- dent in many large stores today is the lack of true personal service. When I return something or have a complaint, the people that I talk to are very cool and business like. I feel in- timidated by them, com- plains Kathy Palmer, junior. One is buffeted from one department to the next trying to find an answer to a particular problem. Custom- er Service centers have been used to try to accom- odate people, which have solved some problems. Whereas the large malls are lacking in hospitality, the neighborhood stores still provide the warm, friendly, personal services that have been evident for years. This can be seen while shopping in one of the many prosperous busi- nesses along Main Street. Shopkeepers are readily available to guide you in making the proper selec- tion. In a smaller store, there is not the rushed and pressured feeling that some people feel while shopping in a mall. Store managers are sometimes overzealous in their quest to help people make their purchases in their department store, re- sulting in salespeople who tend to jump on customers as soon as they set foot in their department. Another object of major concern to Farmingdale’s businessmen was the re- cent proposal put before the school board regarding the purchase of Main Street School. The school has not been used for eight years, due to a still declining stu- dent population. The pro- posal, which called for a shopping center to be built on the site, was vehemently opposed by local business merchants and private citi- zens. The merchants cited that it would have an ex- tremely adverse effect on the business in the Main Street area. Local residents also argued that that the additional traffic would only serve to aggravate the al- ready congested area of Main and Fulton Street. Due to the strong and solid op- position, the school board Above: The Sunrise Mall is a popular place for teenagers and also is extremely convenient to shop at for the consumer. 266 Business voted down the proposal. The advent of large shop- ping centers during the last few years is a matter of concern to many of the small businesses in the Farmingdale area, and, for that matter, on the rest of Long Island. Yet, many still continue to prosper and serve the community in the same uncompromising way as they had years ago. Stern’s Pickels, J R. Gla- ziers, and Wolly's Hardware Store are just a few of the many reputable businesses still serving the Farmingdale area. Many Farmingdale businesses were here a long time before the com- ing of shopping centers, and will probably continue to exist after the era of the super malls have passed their prime. Above: Stern's Pickles, serving the Farmingdale community for generations, still continues in the same tradition. Business 267 Above: Main Street School before being demolished in March 1980. Merritt Bakery Corp. LIZZiVAL. U. BOUTIQUE For Quality Products’ MILLINERY CHAPEL 9 1520 LINGERIE 294 MAIN ST ACCESSORIES FARMINGOALE 3-7A North West Drive S. Farmingdale, N Y. 11735 Phone: 249-9566 LADIES SPECIALTY SHOP N Y 11735 The right of every mother to give birth; the right of every child to be born. BIRTHRIGHT Medical Care Anonymous pregnancy test Legal Advice Education guidance Help with job placement Shelter home Referrel for professional counseling Community resource information Adoption information Maternity Clothes layettes 206 Main Street, Farmingdale, N Y. 1939 Wantagh Avenue, Wantagh, N.Y. Tel. 516-293-5999 Tel. 516-785-4070 House of Frank Emil’s HAIRSTYLING LTD. BEAUTY SALON 549 Fulton Street 221 Main Street Farmingdale, N Y. 11735 Full Service Salon Open Friday Evenings Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735 Complete Beauty Service Unisex Haircutting 249-0148 (516)752 0111 FRANK J. LOCKWOOD %c. 457 MAIN ST. FARMINGDALE. NEW YORK 11735 St ride-Rite - Florsheim - Desco Revelations 322 MAIN STREET LEW PEARL COHEN FARMINGDALE. N.Y. 268 Business (516) 694 1145 WC BUY RECORD COLLECTIONS RECORD SHOP SPECIALIZING IN RECORDS - OLO NEW IF WE DON'T HAVE IT WE WILL ORDER IT HOURS: Mon-Thur 10-7 230 Mam Straat Fri. Till 9-Sot 10-6 Farmingdala, N.Y. 11735 Chapel 9-2038 HENRY MILLS Sharpening Sales and Service HOMELITE AND McCULLOCH CHAIN SAWS SNAPPER AND TORO AND LAWNBOY MOWERS SO SO FRONT ST. FARMINGDALE, NEW YORK j STERN’SCfflDPRODUCTS m STERN'S FARMINGDALE BRAND QUALITY L0J FOODS STERNS PICKLE PRODUCTS. INC. FARMINGDALE. NEW YORK JOSEPH STEUER CHapcl «-oaaa NAT STERN The Village Plaquesmith Truly Unique Plaques Awards Old-World Craftsmanship — Todays Technology 1119 Broadway No. Massapequa, N.Y. 11758 752-1538 249-0885 FRANK LI CAUSI SALES• REPAIRS ItlEAMRI Farmingdale Music Center, Inc. INSTRUMENT SALES. RENTALS. REPAIRS. LESSONS AL LI CAUSI DIRECTOR 135 MAIN ST. FARMINGDALE. N.Y. 11735 To the Class of 1980: Success, Happiness and the very best for the future. The Spreizer Family Business 269 'pr« tone Town County Auto Centers LEO'S BRAKE SERVICE SPECIALISTS IN WHEEL ALIGNMENT WHEEL BALANCING MUFFLERS - STEERING BRAKES SHOCKS N Y S. OFFICIAL INSPECTION STATION Gas Stations • Carwashes • Auto Stores Repair Shops MARTY MEYER 150 Fulton St. (Hemp. Tpke. Merritt Rd.) Farmingdale, N Y. 11735 Good Luck Best Wishes Class of '80 ROMANELLI SON INC. CLOSED MONDAYS OPEN TUES SATURDAYS 8AM 5PM 37 HEMPSTEAD TURNPIKE FARMINGDALE. N Y 11735 516 249 7373 Fuel oil (516) 249-9885 ROAD SERVICE Fallwood Service Station COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE MCRRITTS MO AO NO FALLWOOD MKWV. Mike and Richie SO. farminOOalD. n.v. H733 YOU NAME Free IT — WE Delivery HAVE IT! DO IT YOURSELF ADVISORY CENTER EVERYTHING FOR THE BUILDER • LUMBER • MASON SUPPLIES • ANDERSON WINDOWALLS • SAND, BANK RUN • REDWOOD • HARDWARE • PLYWOOD • WALLBOARD FRED FRED LUMBER MON. FRI. TILL 8 P.M. open 'Sat all day PY 8-3579 Ch 9 9891 [Gulf Svtvicc @€tUt% Complete Auto Repairs • Road Service • Towing Automatic Transmissions Rebuilt. Installed 525 Main Street Farmingdale. N.Y. 11735 John Santa Maria 270 Business ALL HOWE OWNERS SUPPLIES 33 HEMPSTEAD TURNPIKE 51G 249-5900 FARMINGDALE. NEW YORK 11735 WE GUARANTEE THE BEST PRICES ft SERVICES AROUND WE CAN T BE BEAT R C ELECTRONICS CAR - HOME STEREOS • RAOIOS - TV - CB CAR AND HOME ACCESSORIES SALES • REPAIRS • INSTALLATIONS 206 FALLWOOD PKWY 516-249 8781 SOUTH FARMINGDALE. N Y 11735 (516) CH 9 1025 Haugen Bros. Inc. HEATING A C CONTRACTORS GENERAL ELECTRIC 44 ALLEN 8LVD MONOGRAM DEALERS FARMINGDALE NY 11735 Call Now Michelin X Bridgestone Goodyear Uniroyal STEEL BELTED RADIALS $38 PICK UP • VANS•BLAZER Turnpike Tire 22 Hempstead Tpke. Farmingdale, N Y. 11735 24 hour «oe TOWING SERVia INSURANCE ESTIMATES Body � AUTHORIZED Fender POLICE TOWING Work Farmingdale Auto Collision PARAMOUNT TOOL EQUIPMENT CORPORATIONS TOOLS EQUIPMENT FOR ALL TRADES 765 Fulton Street Farmingdale, L.I., N Y. 11735 516-249-3013 212-359-7575 Collision Specialists Approved Insurance Shop JOE ANDY (516) 249-9595 25 Hempstead Tpke. Farmingdale. N Y. 11735 Business 271 Dinda’s Florist Ltd. 316 Main Street Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735 Phone: 249-2131 516-931-7481 Flowers by Peter Kenney 68 JERUSALEM AVENUE HICKSVILLE, NEW YORK 11801 FLOWERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS FRESH CUT FLOWERS Schwarz florist 273 MAIN STREET FARMINGDALE. N.Y. 11735 PHONE 516-293-2039 ij JcServing Long Island MANKER’S Quality Flowers Inc. Merritt Road, Farmingdale, New York CH 9-0171 World Telegraph Service Sal’s Fashion 579 Broadway Massapequa, N.Y. 11758 Tuxedo Rental All the latest in formal wear 272 Business James FUNERAL HOMES OF MASSAPEQUA, INC. “Family Owned Operated For 3 Generations” 540 Broadway 200 Boundary Avenue Massapequa, N.Y. 11758 North Massapequa 11758 541-4000 249-0085 249-0336 WE DELIVER 516 420-9180 Flowers by Edwards of Massapequa FLOWERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS FRUIT BASKETS 931-1454 Est. 1923 1079 NO BROAOWAY 24 HOUR PHONE SERVICE NO MASSAPEQUA. NY 11758 Plantorium Florists and Bridal 541-1667 Arthur F. White 50 Years in Farmingdale 315 Conklin St Farmingdale, NY 921 N. Broadway, N. Massapequa 4 Blocks So. of Southern State Parkway 234 Broadway Bethpage, NY Business 273 Best Wishes and Success Walter R. Strubel D.D.S. Dr. and Mrs. Steven B. Holzman and family 2 Joseph L_ane Corner Carmans Road MYRTLE A-1883 S. FARMINGOALE. L. 1.. N. Y. 1 1738 Congratulations Class of 1980 Robert DeVita D.D.S. 145 Merritt Rd. Farmingdale. N.Y. 11735 752-1719 Best Wishes to the Graduating Class Dr. and Mrs. Theodore J. Klopman Compliments of Sterns, Gillies and Kurtzberg Telephone 798-6760 Wi. Gerald Sold flam CHIROPRACTIC PHYSICIAN 441 SECOND AVENUE OFFICE HOURS MASSAPEQUA PARK. BY APPOINTMENT LONG ISLAND. N. Y. 11762 1 MARTIN J. BOWE J , o G. THOMAS CESTARO 1 v__ Mo- (f @?ru . PROFESSIONAL INSURANCE SERVICES 254 MAIN STREET (516) 454-6363 FARMINGDALE. N.Y. 11735 274 Business Congratulations to the Class of ’80 Carman Callahan Carman Sabino I Compliments of Albrecht, Viggiano, Zureck Company Congratulations Graduates I wish you all continued success in the business world and happi- ness in your new ever expanding role in community and family. VTTORNEY AT l-ifl MERHITTS ROAD • PARMINODaLC. N. V. II 700 01� - oa «oo � Catering 1071 North Broadway North Massapequa, N.Y. 694-4554 Business 275 Imported!?? SERVICE CENTER MOM OVERHAUL ■ TRANSMISSIONS -REAR ENDS 4?0-0565i®a JOHN RECINE INC FOREIGN CAR REPAIRS ON • MERCEDES • ALFA ROMEO • MASERATI USED CAR SALES • TUNE UPS • MOTOR REBUILDING • TRANSMISSIONS • BRAKES •WHEEL ALIGNMENT • MACHINING MON. TO FRI. 8:30-7:30 SAT. 9-3 P M. 229 RT. 110 N.Y.S. INSPECTION STATION FARMINGDALE 2 Ml. NORTH OF S.S. PKWY. 420-0565 N.Y.S. MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIR SHOP R1521033 516 293 7155 516 293-9143 Food Service Equipment Supplies Complete Design and Installations Hotels - Bars - Restaurants - Country Clubs Pizzerias - Institutions ■ Deli • China «Bar Stools • Glassware • Paper Goods • Silverware «Janitorial Supplies •Chairs «Condiments • Tables «Equipment Easy Terms Financing Available Eddie and Lenny DeFelice 250 Merritt Rd. Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735 Vhobart? AUTHORIZED DEALER Compliments of County Line Coffee Shop 918-1 Main St. King Kullen Shopping Center I ••• ■’■ DRAKE BAKERIES FOOO DIVISION. BORDEN INC 1146 Broad Hollow Road Farmingdale. NY 11735 Tel: (516) 293-9478 276 Business “Best Wishes From IDEAL CHEVROLET, Inc. 461 Fulton Street Farmingdale, New York 249-7400 Tet. (516) 798-9017 DENNIS DCVITO Broadway Delicatessen CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONS BOAR S HEAD COLD CUTS USED EXCLUSIVELY HOME MADE SALADS 924 BROADWAY N MASSAPEOUA. N Y 11758 ICE CREAM SUPERMARKET 959 Serving Parties-Clubs-Churches-Etc. Featuring Decorated Ice Cream Cakos FRANCIS A. DURANTE 3-8 Nortl.west Dr. Merritts Rd. LUCILLE J. DURANTE So. Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735 pool boy . POOLS POOL BOV LTD. Inground Pool f)ispla ■ Computerized Pool Water Analssis Solar Pool Heating Systems • Chemicals and Supplies 28 Hempstead Turnpike, Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735 516 694-4750 Business 277 Compliments of. .. J. D. Posillico Inc. DEPENDABLE TOOL SERVICE, INC. 145 ALLEN BLVD. FARMINGDALE, N.Y. 11735 212-347-6987 • 516-694-6450 One to Four Color Process 1 color 23 x 29’s, 2 color 25 x 38’s 4 color 25 x 38 - 24 hours a day, and best of all - On Time Delivery Trank Clootc : Sons, Inc. 1100 Fulton St. (Rt 109). • Farmingdale. N.Y. 11735 (516) 249 6844 (212) 539 3932 Advertising literature • Product Catalogs • Annual Reports Sales and Facilities Brochures • Proposals • Data Sneets and above all... service you won't forget! TOOLING • PRECISION MACHINING METAL STAMPING Tangent IHacKine Tool Corp. 108 GAZZA BLVO • FARMINGDALE. L I NEW YORK 11735 A F DETROIA PBESlOrNT OCnCR l WANAOER 516) 249 3088 Business 279 516-694-4385 PAUMANOK TRAVEL, INC. WALTER SELNACK 300 MAIN STREET FARMINGDALE. N.Y. 11735 (516) 249 3551 COUNTY LINE Wine Liquor 918-5 S. MAIN ST. S. FARMINGDALE. N.Y. 11735 3IsBter 0 Irg (Ekaneria Shirt Launderers 934 N. Broadway N. Massapequa, L.l. Phone: PYramid8-7309 uy-rite 799-33 2 CLEARY’S LIQUORS INC. 938 CARMANS RD MASSAPEQUA, N.Y INTERCOUNTY SHOPPING CENTER THIS STORE IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED AND IS NOT ONE OF A CHAIN Dallow Realtors 392 Conklin Street Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735 Over 25 Years of Service 280 Business MomauK. Rug Carpet corp. Broadloom • Oriental • Area Rugs • Remnants • Ceramic Vinyl Tile 65 Price Parkway (at Rt. 110), East Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735 (516) 293-3900 C Ha pel 9 5570 KEYS MADE cS. ■ J2. cMazdivaie. HOUSEWARES POWER TOOLS - RENTALS PAINTS PLUMBING CARPENTRY E LECTR ICA L SE R VICES SCREEN AND STORM WINDOW REPAIRS 3 6 N WEST DRIVE SO FARMINGDALE. N.Y. cleaners Same Day Service Expert Tailoring Drapery Rehanging Modern Vitale’s Cleaners 918-3 S. Main St. S. Farmingdale King Kullen Shopping Center CHapel 9-3535 •Mutual 9n SLIPCOVERS - RE UPHOLSTERING - DRAPES Ira Staller 320 Main St. Farmingdale. N.Y. AIR CONDITIONED CHANELS ESTA8L ISHE O 1927 McCouri TruJJc -FUNERAL DIRFCTQRS- )1 385 MAIN STRFFT FARMINGDALE. N Y CMa� Qi 9 1203 1C2 17 101s’ AVENUE OZON� PARK. N.Y M416 Virgin 3 1891 Business 281 1 hKH CHINESE-POLYNESIAN CUISINE Corner of Fulton St. and Main St. Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735 Take-Out Service Telephone: (516) 293 4466 Dale Drugs 309 Main St. Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735 CH9-3272 Prompt Free Delivery (516) 249-9898 282 MAIN STREET FARMINGDALE. N.Y. 11735 Von donfEciionEzy OUR OWN HOME MADE ICE CREAM ICE CREAM CAKES HOME MADE CHOCOLATES ALL COOKING DONE ON PREMISES All Interact Members save 10% and no tax Must present membership card. Tewl’s by (Debtre 275 Main St. Farmingdale N. Y. 11735 J R Glaziers 793 S. Main St. Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735 282 Business G1ASS MIRROR, LTD. Plate Glass • Mirrors • Glazing • Table Pads • Picture Framing Shower Doors • Storm Windows and Doors • G tfJJ Tops Store Fronts • 4 0 Safety Glass • Custom Shades (516) 249-2424 EMERGENCY NITE (516) 694-5891 DOUG KORN 1005 Fulton Street President Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735 V GLASS s r “tRR0R Tut {KlOSUltt STG� M jOOH K'- � '� � Wmq AOIOOASS u liim WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD DISCOUNT PRICES i3ezoza 3 fabric „ JL 211 Main Street Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735 Telephone 249-9636 (516) 694 0488 Norman’s Stationers Inc. OFFICE SUPPLIES WILLIAM P. WALLACE 326 MAIN ST. MANAGER FARMINGDALE. N.Y. 11735 Carney’s Glass Mirrors Insurance Replacements on Auto A Plate Glass All Types of Mirrors, Glass Tops A Glazing 1132 No. Broadway No. Massapequa, L I.. New York 11758 (516) 249-1300 Business 283 QUALITY DELICATESSEN Formerly Eddie’s Delicatessen 234 Main St., Farmingdale, N.Y. 960 Fulton St. (Rte. 109) Farmingdale, N.Y. Breakfast, Lunch Catering our Specialities Quality Makes the Difference! 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And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should. With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful, strive to be happy.” All our very best goes with you all, and may you take heed and live the words above from “DESIDE- RATA, and above all be happy and be yourself. Sincerely Yours. P.T.A. Council Officers President: Mary Splaine 1st Vice President: Barbara Van Wickler 2nd Vice President: Beatrice Rudd 3rd Vice President: Gladys Mena Recording Secretary: Virginia Huebner Corresponding Secretary: Joan Herre Treasurer: Barbara Muller Historian: Marie Soluri Past President: Ann Sidorski and our member units Albany Avenue: Alice Corrigan East Memorial: Judy Seidell Northside: Joan Lifson Woodward Parkway: Kathy Jacquette Mill Lane. Catherine Jacobitz Weldon E. Howitt: Lenore Barella SEPTA (Co-Presidents) G. Capobianco SEPTA (Co-Presidents) V. Rosenberg 286 Business © Farmingdale Youth Council, Inc. Good Luck to the Class of ’80 from the 30 years of continuing service to the Youth of Farmingdale Summer Program Winter program Youth Board A.A.U. Swim Club Civil Air Patrol Farmingdale Wolverines Farmingdale Baseball League Police Boys Club This ad paid for by private contributions Best of Luck To the Class of 1980 FARMINGDALE FEDERATION OF TEACHERS Business 287 Best Wishes F S A Frank Davis Resort Congratulates the Class of '80 Best Wishes to All P.O. Box 15 Moodus, Conn., 06409 Best Wishes to the First Class of the 1980’s Write for Color Brochure Class trips, Vacation, Conventions INTER STBTE UNITED Jgp o % ®R Good Luck to the Graduating Class FARMINGDALE WOLVERINES 288 Business Best of Luck to the Class of 1980 from the class of ’82 Congratulations to the Class of ’80 President — Linda Guercio Vice President — Ann Marie Foresta Secretary — Sandy Wall Treasurer — Kristen Douglass To the Class '80 May you enjoy Success, good Health, and Happiness in the wonderful years ahead. Farmingdale High School Parent Teachers Association James E. Murphy P.O. Box 703 Setauket, New York Genisis The time has come for us to pause And think of living as it was. Into the future we must cross Must Cross And I’d like to go with you And I’d like to go with you You say I'm harder than a wall A marble shaft about to fall I love you better than them all I’d like to stay with you I’d like to stay with you And when we walked into the day Skys of blue had turned to gray I might have nothing clear to say I never looked away And though I’m feeling you inside My life is rolling with the tide I’d like to see it be an open tide Going along with you Going along with you The time we borrowed from ourselves Can’t stay with in our faulted dwell When living filled into a lander’s well I’d like to be with you I’d like to be with you And when we came out into view And there I found myself with you When breathing felt like something new Going along with you Going along with you Jorma Kaukonen Best Wishes to the Class of ’80 From the Senior Class Officers Edgar Glascott Class Advisor 290 Business Congratulations and Good Luck to the Class of 1980 Judy Gilbert Herff Jones Yearbooks The Varsity Leaders Club Top Row: Greg Wildes, Brian Colquhoun, Artie Seeberger, Tom Henn, Paul Romanelli, John Conneely, Mr. Walter Brem, advisor. Second Row: Jeff Tanen, John O’Neill, Joe Perettine, Bill Annis, Ray Soluri, Jerry Foley, Danny Baccelliere. First Row: Steve Mormino, Jim Lavelle, Tom Murtaugh, Frank Sposato, Tom Tomeo, Tom Walsh. Missing: Brian Quinn Business 291 Success and Happiness to the Class of ’80 National Honor Society Girls Leaders Club Good Luck to the Class of ’80 from the Class of ’81 Tom Gennaro — Treasurer P. Murphy — Advisor Jonathan Taylor — Vice President Liz Hall — Secretary Monica Hardiman — President 292 Business The best of luck to a fine publication and a great group of students. It’s been nice working with you. Daler Pressmen On behalf of the student body, the Student Activities Council wishes the best of luck to the Class of ’80 President — Marguerite Macagnone Vice President — Steven Hoffman Secretary — Mary Lou Macari Treasurer — Ellen Price Administrative Assistant — Rich Dambra Advisor — Robert J. Rose Success and Happiness to all our friends in the Class of 1980 Dalerettes Business 295 Front Row: A. D’Amico, M. Garcia, J. Visalli, B. Williams, D. Cassano, M. Bongo, L. Guercio, C. Williams, B. Herte, J. Perettine, E. Murphy, J. Cooper, R. Bauer. Middle Row: P. Romanelli, E. Strubel, N. Cardascia, J. Driscoll, T. Gimi- naro, G. Meunier, J. Darr, S. Rouvas, R. Sara, B. Schanno, J. Jacobs, T. Tomeo. Rear Row: B. Colquhoun, M. Lore, F. Sposato, P. Townes, D. Collins, J. Hasley, G. Tessar, J. Carman, B. Farley, C. Reichel, J. Tanen, T. Henn, A. Gulati, J. Lavelle, J. Saladino, J. Romanelli, J. Beresford, K. Ryan, D. Tanen, A. Carnesi, J. O’Sullivan, T. McGuirk, H. Gaum. Flag Bearers: S. Mancuso, R. Palasciano Missing: R. Gino, C. Henn, T. Mariani, D. McKeever, K. Pellegrino. “THE KEY CLUB WISHES THE CLASS OF 1980 THE BEST OF LUCK IN ALL OF YOUR ENDEAVORS” President — B. Colquhoun Vice President — F. Sposato Treasurer — C. Reichel Secretary — P. Romanelli Administrative Assistant — J. Lavelle Advisor — J. DeBiase We Build Through Service 296 Business Compliments of . . . Commander — John Cognitore Sr. Vice Commander — Nicholas B. Aleshin Jr. Vice Commander — Vito Cicio Quartermaster — Frank Bonidetti Veterans Association of Farmingdale President — Angelo Parla Vice President — Joe Comesky Treasurer — George Spies Secretary — Ken Brown Nitori Studio JStd. Congratulations to the Class of 1980 Your Official Yearbook Photographer Vitori Studios Boosters AAAIice. to the taxi girl - what a year - Sue AAA LLL III CCC EEE! crazy like crazy. SUE Aaron Burr Ate Dolly Madison Ice Cream Ack who was Buns-Up Naked?!! Zoobreath ALICE HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT THE LONESOME LOSER or whateva da hell ya call it Sheila ALL THE BEST TO MY BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS ROSE LOVE NINNY AM LIT CLEP REMEMBER WESTERVELT! RFRIEDMAN ANNA I LL ALWAYS BE HERE LOVE, SUSIE ANN DONT FORGET GEO THANKS LOVE FELICIA Ann we'll walways have good times Love Ro ANN - YOU ARE SOO SKINNY. LET'S GO SHOPPING Anonymous — Who are you?? — Vicki ANTHONY I LOVE YOU DIANA THERE ARE PUP LUV AN AID Arabra — One b and an iy - Deb ARICO WHEN ARE WE GOING TO BOGOTOA’ PATTY Barbara Cathy Chris Janice Jill Joan Jeanne Kathy Kara Laurie Lynn Mary Suzanne Terri — To a great bunch of friends — so many fun times, so many happy memories' Love. Roberta BARBARA Did you do the profile yet? Your Ed BARBARA - How's Chicky?” Maureen BARBARA I'M WORKING ON YOUR STATS JEANNE BARB - FRIENDS FUDGE D-STRIPED COOKIES 4-EVER! LUV LAU BARB - GET BRAVE YET? I DID! LOVE YA CATHY BB SMILES TEARS I'M GLAD WE SHARED THEM LUV CHRIS BC. LOVED YOUR CARROTS. WANT A COOKIE? OB BD you're great to have as a brother I LOVE YOU SIS Beav youre not Phil — Quarterback of the football team but I love you anyway Chris ECAUSE I CARE ABOUT ALL OF YOU ED SCHLOESSER BEAGGS STOP RUNNING INTO ME - I HATE WET PANTS - SPIKE BEST OF FUN LUCK LOVE CHRIS (ED) BEST WISHES CLASS OF 80 MR MRS OROBONA 8E CRUEL. GET EM ALL AND REMEMBER BERT BIG BUDS AND NEIL YOUNG ARE BETTER - CATHY BILL BLASS LOVES BARBARA CAMP LOVE CHRIS BRIAN AND DEBBIE. FOREVER AND ALWAYS Brian Thanx for being so special Love BB Brian — You'll always be very special to me — Thanks for everything — Love always, Vic BROTHERS of the classes 70 71 73 77 salute you our little brother Good Luck ANDY BRUCE - THANKS FOR A LOVELY PROM NITE' - SUZANNE BUDDY - NICE CAR! DO THE DOORS STAY SHUT LC Cake snatcher Keep Your Grubby Hands Off My Cake CATH FROM 1 CHEERLEADER TO ANOTHER BEST TIMES TOGETHER LUV YA LAU CATHY AND BRENT - SOMETHING SPECIAL 4EVER Cathy Boom-Chicka-Boom Always Singing Partners I Like Dreaming ' Love Kathy Cathy. I never got to. know you well but I wish you all the best — Donna Cathy. I really enjoyed our talks Best Wishes and Lots of Happiness in all that you undertake JJ Cathy O — Hey babe, how's S. Tricks? - Meryl 5 LG Cathy O — Hi-Life es. commen say dee say — mwa? CATHY O Remember when you forgot your slip 6 pantyhose at ESSPA — Love Chris CATHY O our room was the best at ESSPA Ck Cathy Remember to look for the Hi-Life label .. Love E C. CATHY - THE ORIGINATOR OF THE HI-LIFE SONG Cheerleaders To The Great Times Luv Kathy CHEERS TO MY FRIEND FRESH WHO WALKED HOME w ME NO SHOES ON A FREEZING COLD NIGHT WHEN WE WERE LEFT TO GET FROSTBITE - DEB Cheryl Chalk it up to experience” Luv. Hon Cheryl Have Fun Filling In Those Coloring Books For The Rest of Your Life! Cheryl Ro Gin Best of luck good wishes Cheryl there will be lots of toads 2 kiss Chris a special fnend always luv ya Lau Chris did you lend your notebook agam’ Chris don't worry, you'll get accepted Love, your fotch Chris. Elaine. Rose. Phil. Jerry. Cathy. Virginia — It's been fun — I'm going to miss all you guys' Good Luck Always — Vicki Chris. Elaine. What do ya say’ Lunch at Spartans’ R CHRIS FRIENDS CAN MAKE LIFE FUN MOUSE Chris Friends Forever Love Always Kathy CHRIS I'm giving you my love forever GREG CHRIS - ITS A 1 WAY STR FRIENDS 4 EVA CAT CHRIS K - THANKS FOR ALL OF YOUR HELP VIRG CHRIS K YOU ARE MY FAVORITE FAG CHERYL CHRIS - LAINA - CHRIS - LAINA - CHRIS - LAINA - I LOVE IT. I LOVE IT. I LOVE IT!!! LOVE PATTY Chris. Marilyn, snoop, you're good, I think you're good From Jane Fonda alias Lauren CHRIS - PROVE IT ALL NIGHT BABE AND CALL IT LOVE! PS WHERE'S MY BREAKFAST? I'LL MISS YOU. CATHY Chris, should we go get dinner at Arby's again? Vicki CHRIS - So How is it with you and What's His Name” at Cornell? Christa Chris. The door is locked, the light is on. who is not here? Good Luck — Donna Christine Good Work. We Love you Mom Dad CHRISTINE KWIATOWSKI Good Luck and remember to come visit us a lot Come to Macs and see me EC. See you in Syracuse in '80 lets win. Your a Bizzar person but we love you anyway Love Beav Chris, without you I'll feel like an amphibian out of water. You're top's in my book and I'll miss you terribly. — L P G Chris-w-Kwiatkowski - Boston loves you! You'll have the world at your feet I'll pick up after you when you least expect it Call me when you're rich and treat me to a lunch at Elaine's (How Posch). Who could ask for a better fnend’ Aren't you sad you can't know yourself as others do? You're missing out on a lot — Laura G C Laughter Tears Hum Driver Ed et eternal love Ro CK Its time for the Judy Miller Show Good Luck CO C. Marshall Matlock. THE REAL ESSPA DISGRACE CONGRATS DERBY DOCSON SKATING YOUR WAY THRU FHS LOVE GAB GEORGE CRG Cruising 4 Cute Guys Officially We Had Pissas CS SNOWY SUNAM BROKEN NAILS PADDED WALLS CS Snowy Sun AMBroken Nails Padded Walls 4 EVACS CS Thru thick thin you're the best Barb CUZ. REMEMBER WHEN WE RACED TO MALL FOR M S LUV DUMBO CV Don't lose you're Humanities notes, you'll be at a wedding in 10 years! luv ya Rk CV-4 Ever My Side Kick — whenever I see your smiling face I have to smile myself, cause I've got a friend! — 4 Ever Your SideKick — VJ Daffy DeSimone, you are a real pal (even though you have more ups and downs than a seesaw) I'll always listen — Donna Daler kisses 4-ever and ever luv yas Lau Daler Kisses Forever !!!! — Love Suzanne Daler Kisses Had a great Year Love Kathy Daler Kisses — I'll never forget the good times. they'll only seem sweeter Roberta Daler Kisses I've Loved These Days Chns Daler Kisses Thanx for the memories Barb DALER KISSES WE WERE GREAT LOVE YA CATHY DAVID BOWIE - I LOVE YOU MADLY!! - GUESS WHO’ DC-NY hussys. I got drunk, pissa in may 79 DEAR ROSEMARIE THE LAUGHTER AND THE TEARS WE SHARED WILL ALWAYS BE WITH ME THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES LOVE ALWAYS CHERYL DEB - Hey Good Lookin! What Ya Got Cookm? DEDE DEBBIE - LOVE MAKES THE WORLD GO ROUND VJ DEBBIE C IT WOULDN'T HURT TO SMILE YA KNOW’ Debbie Doodle We Love You Mom and Dad Deb Double dating till 11th. now graduating together and almost married' Luv ya Mil DEB HAPPY GRADUATION AND GOOD LUCK - CAROL DEBITY. God wasn't everything. FORGET ABOUT IT DEB LUV HAPPINESS ALWAYS GARY ROB MOM DAD DIANA REMEMBER JOHNY THE D B LOVE PATTY Disco Beav!! Casa Maria! Twilight Zone LCK Donna. Are you trying to make me go blind? Luv. Daf Donna doesn t drink at ESSPA but she's cool Love wishes Chris Donna Heres my gray sweater R DONNA - REMEMBERING LAST YEAR. DOING THIS YEAR. AND FORESEEING NEXT YEAR, lotsa Luck THE SPRITZ Donna. Thanks for being there to listen to me all the times Love Daffy P S — H-E-L-P!! DONNA - WOULD YOU HELP ME WITH MY COPY? VJ DON PINKY HEAD SNYDER thanks for the F! Don't dry for me. Donna Swift. The truth is. I am a trollop, but I feel for Tai Randy Doug — How's the twilight zone? Doug — I don't Hate You — Vicki DOUG — I've admired you from afar — Hi-Life Editor Dougus Did you take my pictures yef E C. DS you may forget but I won't. Thanks' RK DUMBO - I CAN'T FEEL MY UPS! LYNN Dumbo just good times awaiting us mousie Dumbo smile It's not all that bad!!! Kathy ELAINE - GEEE WAAAA LUV CHRIS Elaine, give me their middle names — Lauren Elaine. I believe pressured peers pursue popularity, don't you agree’ Good Luck — Ludmilla Gramma check, your local copy chopper ELAINE - I LOVE YOU FOTCH XXOO Little Chris ELAINE MY FUNNY FOTCH FRIENDS ALWAYS LUV CK Elaine I will never again buy another pair of your shoes' Love Happiness and Prosperity to a great girl JJ Elame So What Do You Think? Sweatm Bncks’ ELAINE! SPI Twins. Boston — Bradford Pals ELAINE - THANKS FOR THAT WONDERFUL LAYOUT (HI-LIFE ES MUY BlEN) MUCHAS GRACIAS BON JOUR! CHRISTA ELAINE PRESSURED PEERS PURSUE POPULARLITY - THE COLD PILLS ARE ON ME - LOVE IT GREAT MUY BlEN CATHY ELAINE - YOUR REALLY ARE A KILLER BEE - VJ Eileen: Friendship is the inexpressible comfort of feeling safe with a person having neither to weigh thoughts nor measure words KID EILEEN - YOU'RE A BELIEVER' GOOD LUCK VJ EKIM YKOCR GREASY ROCK PITTS' FAG - HARE TODAY GOON TOMORROW - FAG FLAG FATHEAD TAKE HIM TO THE BEDROOM! IF YOU CAN 1st What a Woman!!! Love always NEEN FLORA - WE JUST ADORE YA! LAURA. MIKE. VIC FOR MY FRIENDS SUNSHINE ALWAYS. P Bates FRANK I'LL ALWAYS LOVE YOU FOREVER GOOD LUCK BENNY FRANO I'm really happy we became good friends FRA FRAN REMEMBER RUMRUNNER GOOD LUCK Fran remember zachandalitheaswdt dttime neak Fran T I hope our friendship lasts a life time Eileen Fresh Stay Cool'' you're such a pissa and sick as all hell! neptunes. Times. Pasttimes Friends. Goodbye doesn't mean forever AMN FT I couldn't have done it w out you Ro. GC — I love you forever — CL GERARD B CLIFFORD III QUACK QUACK QUACK LCK GERARD BELMONT CLIFFORD. Yeah. Right WASP Gerry, remember your promise to me when you are rich I'll thank you at the Oscars Gerry. I promise I'll never take your math book ever again! Best Wishes JJ Ginny — Look to this day For yesterday is a dream tomorrow is a vision Love Jo GINNY PEACE LOVE JOY LOVE JAMES Boosters 299 Ginny — To the last of six — hope all your dreams come true Love Mom Dad Ginny — wishing you the most beautiful memories life can bring Love Rosemary Gisella — This one is from the last person that you'd suspect Glen Z Paul F. — Bye 3. Good luck — Vicki Nancy GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD HE GAVE HIS SON JESUS IS THE WAY. THE TRUTH AND THE LIFE The free Gift of God is eternal life Golly Wring, Wring Wring... Hewo?—Gee GOODBYE FROM KORZ. WILL. YACK, and MAS GOOD LUCK AC Good Luck Class of 80. Mr Mrs Mike Nolan Good Luck Class of 80 the future is yours Good Luck — I’m gonna miss all of you Lynn GOOD LUCK - MR MRS ZINGARINO GOOD LUCK TO THE WINDOW CREW LOVE TINSEL GOOD TIMES GOOD FRIENDS 4 EVER MOUSE Gouglas my paranoid photographer Luv CK GYM TEAM I LOVE YOU GUYS YOUR A PISSA KD HAPPY TRAILS TO ALL THE HUMANITARIANS LUV MARY HEEYY CATH! DON'T DRINK THE MILK! - IT'S SPOILED! SUUE HEY - BARBARA CAMP. HOW YA BEEN7 OK. VIRG HEY BARBARA! THANKS FOR BANANA BREAD AND LOMONICO THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP AND ENGLI HEY C.K. When you come back go to Macs beaver Hey Hi-Lifers, why do the cakes always smell so funny? CD DS HEY JUDI HIT ANY PEOPLE AT BURGER KING YET??? - DG Hey Rochelle, theres Brian! Hey Ro. don't be so down — your pal — Mare Hey Swift I know I yell at you a lot. but that's the way I am I'm glad that we've spent this year in Hi-Life together. Christa (aka Spritz) HEY VARSITY CHEERLEADERS HOW BOUT A BUNNY HOP? Hey you guys! Come back visit us Okay? Hi Donna! Love. DAFFY Hi-Llfe Ass's Thanx For The Help - Keep It Going Cathy Hi-Ufe Editors — In 20 year's Nov. 2 we meet at the Treadway — Here's the LIST Phil brings the beverages Elaine Irish Coffee. 10 packs tissues Christa a different shirt Virginia a night gown Jim Spanish-Enghsh dictionary Donna apple juice Christine think up an ending to a bombastic and almost ominous story Cathy no cigarettes! Doug don't forget your camera J A M brings the cookies dinner at Ph bes on me Hi-Life Editors I salute you all Ann HEY LOR YOU'RE MY BESTEST LUV YA LOTS! ALWAYS! CS HI-LIFE Happy Birthday Too Yoo Luv CK HILIFE NEVER FORGET 80 GOOD LUCK FELICIA Hi-Life — See ya in 10 years at Pheobes Love it I'll ssyou all — We re Still 1 Keep In Touch Cathy Hi-Life 80 es muy bien — Love Chris Hi-Life 80 Here's To Good Friends Hi-Life 80 - I LOVED IT! Hi-Life 80 is 1 cause Doug Phil are Photo Ed s Anonymous and also Hi C. Marshall Mattlock Hi-Life 81 Editors — Good Luck Have Fun! VJ HI-PEOPLE: Luv Y'all. Good Luck Seniors KW H THE MOST IMPORTANT YEARS OF OUR LIVES HUMANITIES 11 I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU D BRENNER HUMANITIES 10 '77-78 Next time you spy a doric column, eye a Rapheal. build a 1 10 scale model of the entire city of Rome, tune in a Bach fugue or find yourself Tartuffified think of us as we always will of you. In return for good times, shared experiences, new friendships, and all things unforgotten, we wish your future wisdom, worth and love. Flora and Ken IF YOU CAN T DAZZLE THEM WITH YOUR INTELLECT - BAFFLE THEM WITH YOUR BULLSH ! Kerriann I HOPE THE GREAT MEMORIES THAT WE HAVE SHARED WILL LAST FOREVER I COULDN' HAVE MADE IT WITHOUT YOU YOUR THE BEST DEBBIE 300 Boosters IN MEMORY OF RONNIE. STEVE. LYNYRD SKYNYRD IRAN SUCKS I think you're wonderful, Virginia. Eva P JACKIE KACKIE YOU'D GET ON ANYBODYS WACKIE JAM HI-LIFE LOVES YOU JAM THANKS FOR EVERYTHING HI-LIFE 80 JANE - THE BEST OF LUCK TO A GREAT PERSON AND TYPIST OF THE YEAR - Christa Jan You've made us proud' Be Happy Mom and Dad JANICE MAY MY TAILLIGHT REST IN PEACE JT Jan our FYC loves summer secrets Lau JB I'll always be your 10 AZ JC I hope one day you find what you are looking for. I found part of it by knowing you RK JC - THE BANG OF YOUR STICK WILL LAST IN MY MIND ALWAYS - VJ JERRY I'LL MISS YOU - GOOD LUCK ALWAYS - LOVE CATHY JERRY JIMMY — It was great working with you guys! Love. Victoria Barklwy JERRY - THE MR FIX IT OF HI-LIFE TYPEWRITERS Jerry, what can I say to a Vulcan pyromaniae who loves New York and scaring people half to death? Je ne sais pasi live long and prosper — Donna Jill We Finally Made It!! Love Kathy Jilly I Remember Yesterday .. JANICE Jim forever the best I love you Patti Jim G Good Luck — Love Mom. Dad. Mary. John Jim H — On the next ESSPA trip, don't forget your shampoo! Best Wishes for next year — Christa Jim H you're a cuti! Love Virginia Jim L - THE ONLY ONE WHO TOOK A DEADLINE SERIOUSLY Jim Morrison is living in Farmmgdale Jim you're the only person I know who gets scared from looking in a mirror at ESSPA while drunk what a buddy a pal Chris JL Thanks for being there Love ya! Kris Joe Byrnes — You know you look like Willie Aames? John Pooh — 7 yrs. to go I love you thanx BA JOHN TOM - MAY WEDDING BELLS RING ALWAYS JT JOSEPHINE — Thanks for being my friend Love Patty JP AND JUSTICE FOR ALL RF JP I SEE YOU FOUND A ICE CREAM LOVER JB JR EDITORS ASSISTANTS HERE'S TO 81! - BM JUDI - CAMPIN DAYS. A FEW FITES. ALL THE GUYS. DRUNKIN NITES! THE PLUM DUMPLIN STILL TOGETHER - BEST FRIENDS 4EVA - LUV YA DEDE JUDY - BING-BONG! DOES THAT SCARE YA? DEDE Julie Wick Devil went down to Georgia, toilet pappered ceiling our pal Jim. SPI. Rose KARA NICE CHINESE FIRE DRILL IS THE SEATS STAINED? KARA LOOKS EXC WATCH OUT GUYS AT PSU CAT KAREN - LYNN I GET BY WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM MY FRIENDS MOUSE Kath. ALL MY LOVE FOREVER AND EVER MIKE KATHLEEN ANN VALIBUS '67 EDWARD P FLANAGAN JR '79 DENIS J FLANAGAN '80 PATRICIA FLANAGAN 83 KATHLEEN - I LIKE DREAMIN! LOVE YA! CATHY KATH To The 2nd best chick here from the ends anyone could have I Love You DOREEN KENNY - REMEMBER ME' to you. LOVE MADAME SEX KENNY SCHWINN - WE HOPE TO SEE A LOT OF YOU NEXT YEAR!!! LAURA. MIKE. VICKI. FELICIA. ANN KERRI - THANK YOU FOR BEING A FRIEND! VJ kerri you sucks lemons The Beav KILLER BEES BUZZ ON FOREVER! KILLER BEES I LOVE YOU ALL. GOOD LUCK OB KILLER BEES - MY HONEY BEES - Luv Chris KKMARCO7 POLOATZAM LOTS OF CRAZY THINGS LOVE CS KK may life bring you much love and happiness KLK KL ML. let's go to La La Land-Pat Kwiat — Go on get out of here you nut! OH no! Don't really get out Bye! — Laura Blue Lau — Fudge stripes bugs its been fun BB LAU. GOOD LUCK SIS LUV SUE Laura. Felicia. Mike — see you guys next year! Laura G my special friend amphibian LUV CK Laura G Keep singing acting Your the best' Elaine LAURA. I think you are divine VJ Laura. Jane Fonda is over the Hill DM Lauren BaCall. Hi! Love. Vic LAUREN BACALL - MERYL STREEP WANTS ME IN HER NEXT MOVIE THOSE ARE THE BREAKS KIDDO - Meryl's cousin LAUREN I LOVE PRETZELS COKE TV WRITE TOMEC LAURIE - BUCKARODS FRIENDS 4EVA LOVE CAT LED ZEPPELIN « 1 LH FRIENDSHIP STILL IS LIKE A ROSE WITHOUT THORNS CS LH WE SHARED GAVE AND GREW ILYJTWYA EV Linda — you're foolish but wonderful. Giz-Cheer up. Taren — RIT Power. Sarah-noisy, and to all: FRIENDS FOREVER! Love ya - Lori Little Chris Tell me what do you think? Elaine Little CK — I appreciate all the rides l hope you know that' — Thanks for your warm smile and friendly attitude — Laura Little CK— Beware of bare breasted women in Mid Island and Don't forget me please - LG LIVE LONG AND PROSPER CE SOLDANO LOMO- Thank you — I Love You Your Little Chris LONG LIVE THE FUN OF WASHINGTON! VJ LORI-SHARING TOGETHER-LOVE ALWAYS GLEN Lori Stay as sweet as you are Love Mom and Dad LOR. MUM. DEB. DI. I LOVE YOU ALL. your Duck Love ya. Alice Luck and love to my cute lil'ugh! Kelly Lucy — beware of invisible dogs — Ethel Ludmilla Grammachek Thanks for all your help Elaine LYN ANCO HOPE YOUR DEVELOPMENT GROWS MAA: THE MEM PEANUT STRIKES AGAIN! PATTI MAKELY THANKS FOR THE THRILL BOOSTERS SELLERS Make — The moon's out tonight for $5 — Chas MARG GOOD LUCK AND ALL THAT LUV B RK Mar were finally out yeah! its been great! Marg Mary — Don't forget the pears Deb MARY Eight is enough only kidding Mish Mary I've known ya for a million yrs. Luv R Mary — Two lips. Tulips Deb Mary - when a stranger calls - Debiy MARSHALL YOU'LL ALWAYS BE « 1 TO ME! LOVE BARB MATT I LOVE YOU MORE THAN WORDS COULD SAY LISA Maureen — Giggle I love it you — Chris Maureen Quick. Think of a caption Your Ed. MAY GOD BLESS GUIDE THE 1980 GRADUATES Meen you're special to me Kitten — Buckets Meryl — this Fonda wants to say that you better stay out of my territory — Jane PS you're too good! Michael my brat. I mean son be a good boy and make your mother proud — The cantankerous old witch Michelle Mek — It's really been a very nice year, and I'm glad that I know you. But I still hate John Ponne. Go St. John! Christa Mike - Here's to Hi-Life '82 1 Right? FFA Mishymoo. I LOVE YOU. Mary Miss Selitte — You seem very tough, yet I know that you're really one of the best (But I refuse to become a mathematician!) 12 HR Student MOUSE. IM REALLY GLAD YOU ARE MY FRIEND LUV DUMBO Mouse — Thanks — You're a good friend Lynn MP Thanks for being a friend. You're the greatest Keep in touch always. Love ya Nanc Mr ANOMS STEVEN CAMP MR BAXTER - THANK YOU FOR BEING A FAITHFUL FRIEND JJ MR BAXTER - THANK YOU WE LOVE YOU Hi- Life MR CATES IS GOD MR DIFRANCISCO HOWS LIFE AT MT VERNON7? MR MRS FRANK L PENNINO MR K THANKS YOU FOR CARING SO MUCH I WONT FORGET IT RK MRS HARTFORD — WE'LL miss you somethin' awful you’re tops!! Laura G and Mike B MRPCKLPD HUM 10-12 AP ENG WE MADE IT! AN MY DEAREST ANDY I WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER LOVE 3B MY DROOPY DRAWS. YOU MEAN SO MUCH LOVE. PB Nancy good times good friends forever RO NEAK REMEMBER ANIBRZA AND LEMOT GOOD LUCK Neen Your A Great Friend What a Woman! Love Kathy Ozzie Those were the days Beegly Patty O. We love you and your cookies' Love you camping buddies EC CK PATTY O Do you LOVE. LOVE. LOVE the color. color, color. Chris. Chris. Chris Patty I told you that you would like it Remember it's in this room Luv ya. Lama Pat O Lets not go in Lets go to a bar CK PAUL BOTTA WHEN THE WIND SHIFTS CHERYL PEANUT. PEANUT BUTTER ... JAM'!! PETER ROOSS PLEASE! LOVE CATHY PHIL DOUG - JUST ONE MORE PICTURE PLEASE VJ Phil loves life, especially Hi-Life — Jane F. Philhpe Philup. the world's greatest climber, can I have your autograph? Donna Phil Poison Control 542-2323 XXOO Chris PHILS WHERE'S THAT ROLL OF BUSINESS FILM? Phil you took a lot of crap from me but I thanks for being so patient you always came through thanks' Rose Playcratters I'm really gonna miss ya! Love ya Liz F. PLAYCRAFTERS Spike Moiche Loves You All POECMA8C - A CAMPING WE WILL GO CK REMEMBER SEWANAKA7? RICK LISA - KEEP IN TOUCH MUCH LOVE HAPPINESS - NINNY ROCK RULES IN FARMINGDALE HIGH SCHOOL' Ro from the best 2 the best Don't ever leave me Ann RO FF FIL LLLMO OOORE LOUDER LOUDER. LOVE E C Roger you're fantastic thanks for you help MM Ro. GOOD MORNING SUNSHINE. HOW ARE YOU THIS LOVELY DAY? GRRRR!! Love. Cheryl, Ann Gin RO I'd give you all blue skies ... I'd give you all roses ... I'd give you all gladness ... I'll give you all my love Luv. VJ RO—It was fun being co-editors w you7 VJ Roman Orgies Stuffed Black grapes Hail Casesar Ron. Leslie. Jer. Kev. Brian — Good Luck Always — Vic Ronnie — Fly on proud bird, you're free at last Ronme VanZant you're spirit will live on forever Rosalie Yes mama you fata balloon! Rose — But do you love life? — From The Nut Rose Don't forget you are a woman now! Elaine Rose Elaine Spartan Luncheons Forever LCK Rose, I promise I'll never lose another piece of copy! Lots of love, happiness and success — JJ Rose — I really love that shirt as if it were my own. Christa Rose — I think the maid stole my clothes CK ROSEMARIE - ITS BEEN GREAT BEING A SENIOR IN 1980 WYOU BEST OF LUCK LOVE CHRIS K Rose. Please tell us how the devil went down to Georgia By the way. we were the ones who stole your clothes mutual women. E C. CK. Rose. You definitely look like Cyd Charrisse. Good luck — the l love basketball editor Ro — What a woman — Thanks for everything — Know any good cheers? Alis Jorma lets write him a note — Cathy Roy B There are only two things in the world that taste like tuna — Bon apetite — The Mature Men Say it isn't so SwollenHead I Love You! S D — Is your brother MAD? Love Bob Dylan SENIORS ROT Sewer Rat — We all know whom we really hate The Cookie SF Good luck in Virginia NC SF — Remember our past and continue a happy future KK SHAH SHAH AYATOLLA YOU SO SH Sept Talks Love LCK Sheila — Watch out for those Funny tacos! Shelley, you're crazy for going to Physics so much, but thanks for keeping me awake Best of luck always — Donna (only a junior) SMIRNOFF'S '79 — We re no rookies — oh baby love ya-0 SMNEIL. PINCH. COOKIES BEACH. TREE TRENCH MEKD So Tomorrow will be a better day to eat Special luv to my special Kisses Luv Mrs B Spritz. even though you wear Pimento pants and have the nerve to think you look like Meryl, you are still one of my least favorite people. Only kidding, thanks for being a friend — The Sewer Rat SR. EDITORS - WISH IT NEVER HAD TO END! -MB Studd. Pee in any cars lately? — Dumbo Suzanne — Do you remember that first cherry crumb pie? I sure do!' Love. Roberta SWIFT!! — Love DeSimone SWIFT! never forget Love Chris Tai Randy wish Chris. Elaine. Rose. Virginia, and Cathy and Jerry and Phil a good life with many medals which is more than we got. L.G. teddy and paddy take care of poppa bear for me luv mommy bear XOX TERRI THOSE 6TH grd LOVES ES4K CAPTS CAT THE ADAMCHIK FAMILY THE BEST TO CLASS 80 - MR MRS. E P FLANAGAN THE EICHENESI BROS - CONGRATS AND GOOD LUCK! - THE GANG IN 514 The Hounds: Ron. Brian. Bill, and Mark THE PURPLE P. WON'T GET THEIR S - PSYCHO THE REDS ARE COMING BE PREPARED FOR TIGHT THE SCIENCE DEPT GREETS THE CLASS OF 80 The Valenti Family Though you must part and go your separate ways — may success and happiness follow you! Mr and Mrs A Perrone and Family Thumb - Congratulations! Love Tony me Tigger NICENOTEON T D 'S VAN ONE FRIDAY NITE - POOH To All Hi-Life Editors (except Business) It's been a great year. I'll never forget, and try not to remember all those � 7$e ads to all Fricks, never forget the fun MARY F. TO ALL GRADUATING EDITORS - YOU'LL ALWAYS PAINT VIVID MEMORIES IN MY MIND HAPPINESS. PROSPERITY AND SUCCESS' JJ To all Hi-Life lower life forms. I think you're great — Donna To all the girls in this school. Goodbye — F I To All the Kinky stuff on Friday Nights — L P PG..L M M S. to cheryl our favorite daughter mom dad TO CHRIS - FUTURE EDITOR OF N Y T. BEST OF LUCK! B.C. To Chris I Love you 4ever and ever Good Luck XX Sue TO CS SR DD LK KC RC MR. D - WHAT A SEASON!! - 1ARMBC TO DIANA SOPHIA HELEN KRUG - FROM TMEG Toe Your little girl wants you back Foot To Faye, I mean Meryl, I mean Jane. I mean Laura, you're good. I think you're good Keep loving life — Donna To GREGGIE LOOKS LIKE WE MADE IT ... DONNA TO JOSEPH KESTENBAUM - A CHRISTMAS TREE IN EVERY ROOM THROUGHOUT YOUR LIFE - HUM 12 TO LUCIA MY FRIEND FOREVER LOVE CHERYL TO MARY AND HER CREW - YOU'RE A PANIC! VJ To Mike Alvarez keep on printing Loveya Toni TOMMY M I LOVE YOUR SHALONG LOVE MADAME D. TO MY BROTHER WE FINALLY MADE IT TO MY FRIEND ANN THIS SUMMER DON'T ASK QUESTIONS AT THE BEACH LEAVE THE MIRROR BALLOONS HOME. QWACK' QWACK! LOVE CHERYL TO MY FRIENDS WHO KNOW MR. EYES I LOVE YOU ALL YOU'RE THE GREATEST To My Sis Aud — Love ya take care shock Em6 — Love I Toni — I'm glad I met you' Debiy Toni — Thank you for being there — Debiy TO PENNY PIZER. SOPH. HR 134 GOOD LUCK! CV To Pooch: it's been a great year. Moose To The Best Tight End F dale Never Had «83 Macho LU Vic Demone — Don't worry about it — Lauren G. Vicki D. — I noticed you a long time ago — A Friend Vicki D — You will never know who! — Anonymous Vicki — Here's another booster to alphabetize — Christa VIRG DONNA SPIRTZ - You guys Make a Lot of noise when you sleep — it must be those dead waywalls — CO Virginia, best wishes from someone better than a saint VIRGINIA - WHERE'S MY COMB? REMEMBER ESSPA7 CS and DS VIRGINIA TIME MAY MAKE MEMORIES FADE BUT A FRIEND LIKE YOU CAN NEVER BE FORGOTTEN THE RECORDING IS RUNNING LOVE CHERYL V CHEERLEADERS 1 MORE TIME REAL SEXY CAT WATCH HILL. RHODE ISLAND MAY I DIE THERE We had fun as New York Hussies in D C. — L.C. We had the best pissers these last years idveya M Well. Chris, you've done it all and well at that So what do ya think a that? — LJMG Whimp You decorated my life Love Nutsey Window crew AE MR JM JA EY MM KP LOVE LA Whoopee ya gotta have a noodle To all the Nuts — A.P. WHY DOES EVERYONE HATE ME? DM (especially Vicki) WOOF WOOF MEO WOOF WOOF WWAAT! your just BUTFUL good luck 2 a good friend Your note book is unbelievable. GISELLA!! — Mr Kahn's 11 HR Class Yuka Is a crazy woman oops girl Luv Mary Yuka Until we meet agam Mada aimasho M Z Angelo Buena Suerte Love Tu amiga de espariol Z Chris You did a great job! I am so happy we've become such good friends Love ya always. Elaine Z DS loved watching you this year Bye Z Hi-Life thanks for letting me in the office even if I don't belong Love Patty Z Lama thanks for Dresen Next time I'll eat the cheese Love Patty Z Laina thanks Next time I'll eat the cheese Patty Z Lenore my locker Buddy Good Luck Love P OB Z Mama Patty Leone's Lunch DS BG SU AMIGA MA Z THE KILLER BEES!! BC CK DS EC MA PO Z To all my new fnends on the Hi-Life staff. you're TERRIFIC!! ZZZ HEY RICK! ZZZ JANE. Like your shoes. Thanks for all your help. I know I drove you crazy Love. E C. ZZZZZ It was nice working with you guys. Chris K.. Rose K.. Christa S.. Elaine C.. Donna S . Cathy O.. Jane J., Jerry C.. Jimmy L., Jimmy H.. and yes. you too. Doug M . We all have to go to Phoebes together to talk about our � 1 yearbook See ya Phil ZZZZ The Sepe Family ZZZZZ Doug, set your priorities straight! Guess who 1. 2. 3 — Ulrich! Old Playcrafters Never die! ZZZZ Dear Rose I love you still and forever Maybe someday. GBC ZZZZ Jim L. is almost as cool as me. J.C. ZZZZ To my mentor — thanks for opening a new world — I'm trying to be a Renaissance Man ZZZZ Barbara and Jerry. Two true White Anglo Saxons. Clifford III ZZZZ Fifth period has never been the same, because you were great and I worship the ground you walk on. ZZZZZ Jerry Clifford is a mugwamp ZZZZZ Rosa Maria Rohas is muy bien Rnnslgrs 301 Bottom: While studying in the Below: While the Marching Band library, a loud noise diverts rehearses outside. Joanne Quince Christopher Meades' attention. takes a break between numbers. As the In Depth journey is about to conclude, you should have been able to perceive the thoughts and attitudes conveyed by the students and faculty mem- bers that populated the school. Through our In Depth features and opinion pages, both stressing the popular and uncommon feelings of students, Hi-Life ’80 has proved that Farmingdale High School is more than a brick complex filled with al- most 2,500 people. The school should be associ- ated with the spirit and per- sonalities of its occupants. 302 Theme Closing It started as a year filled with disheartening realizations but thirteen editors, eight loyal assistants, a biology teacher, an English men- tor, and a principal were determined to make it a year of achievements. Because it was an especially unusual year in Hi-Life history, I thought those involved in the production of Hi-Life '80 deserved public thanks. The fol- lowing is the only public accreditation any of the editors will receive after surviving and somehow maturing during a year of late night work sessions, pizza pie, missing mom's homecooked dinners, slowly declining grade averages, along with a decline in health and sanity, a lack of sleep, this cake smells fun- ny , and massive amounts of tension and work. First off, I'd like to thank Donna Swift who by her writing talent and all-nighters made the Student Life section one of the most com- plete descriptive accounts of students’ feel- ings and interests. Cathy Orobona, Events Editor, successfully improved her section by marking the year's occurrences in complete detail besides always writing great AP papers for McKean. Rosemarie Kenney, the first female Sports Editor who knew very little about sports, proved that a determined spirit could overcome any obstacle. Elaine Callahan, Senior Editor, must be commended for having the patience to deal with 825 senior photos. Virginia Joseph, Organizations Editor, made a frantic effort to help complete her section, but hopefully learned it paid in the end. James Francis Lavelle, Academics Editor, expanded on the original purpose of the section and revealed the changing programs and committees formulated to meet the changing needs of changing students. Co-Faculty Editors, Gerard Clifford and James Horan, developed a casual, personal and somewhat amusing view of the faculty members that students have come to know. Thanks to our Business Editor, Christine Spreizer, Hi-Life was able to make a profit and stay out of debt amongst inflationary prices. Jane Jacobs, our sweet Copy Editor, typed 304 pages of copy without one onslaught on any one of the scribblers above. Without the talents of Phil Lo Nigro and Doug McKeever, Co-Photography Editors, it would have been a book without pictures. Thanks again to Elaine Callahan and Rosemarie Kenney for taking over my job when I couldn't be there. Of course, much thanks goes to our assistants, typists and photographers who tolerated their editors and gave them much quality service with a smile. Special thanks goes to the friends that came to our aid and gave us confidence. Thomas Callahan came to the rescue when football copy was needed. Thanks to Mark Callahan and John Dunn for supplying us with great professional photography when we were in a bind. Mark Faber helped to decipher and rewrite some of the unusable copy when we were in a creative slump. Frank Vitori, our official school photographer, should be accredited for the high quality senior photos and stocking us with our needed photography supplies. Judy Gilbert, our Herff Jones representative, deserves credit for surviving the year with a fickle staff. Uplifting advice continuously emanated from the hearts of Michele McKenna, our Business Advisor, and George Baxter, our babysitter and special friend. They made us laugh through the tension and tears. I could not begin to thank our advisor, Principal John A. McLennan — JAM to his close friends. His undying enthusiasm and high opinion of the staff gave us our incentive. Sorry its not green, we liked brown better. Christine Kwiatkowski Editor-in-chief 9 Editor’s Note 303