West Deer High School - Coalagra Yearbook (Russellton, PA)

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Pages 10-21 ,. , Pages 22-63 . , i i Pages 22-39 , Pages 40-45 . Pages 46-51 . Pages 52-57 , Pages 58-60 . Pages 61-63 . Pages 64-133 , Pages 98-109 Table of Contents ,.,,..Administration Faculty, Personnel , . . Student Body . Seniors , . , . Juniors . Sophomores . . Freshmen . . Sth Graders , 7th Graders . . . Year in Review Athletics Making Wonderful Year mal, of course, means congested, jam-packed halls.J Another new thing at West Deer was the de- tention system, one hour after school for break- ing school laws. With Mr. Acciai as chief war- den, the system was accepted by all and proved to have its merits for a more orderly and elli- cient school procedure. Besides cramming for unit tests, mid-terms, daily quizzes, and research for term papers, the 1960-61 student found relaxation in movies and television. Best picture of the year was 4'The Apartment, while the Academy-Award winning stars were Elizabeth Taylor, for her role in But- terfield S, and Burt Lancaster for 6'Elmer Gan- try.', Many will remember field trips to see such extravaganza productions as UBen Hurl' or '4Spartacus. The world of the cinema was sad- dened during the year over the deaths of two of the most famous actors of all time, Clark Gable and Gary Cooper. If you were par for the course, cartoon shows were childish, they said, but dog-gone if you could keep from watching them. Huckleberry Houndi' was joined by Quick-Draw McGraw,'i Yogi Bearj' The Flintstonesfi and, of course, Popeye.H , While all these things were going on in our own little world, the world in general kept strug- gling to emerge from the terrifying shadow of tension which had enveloped all. Each day it seemed there was something new to add to the list: Berlin, Laos, Algeria, Castro, Red China, Khrushchev, Korea, more superior destructive missiles . . . the catastrophic ultimate, nuclear warfare. Thus, this comprised the pulse-the thoughts, the joys, the fears-of the history-making, rec- ord-breaking '60-61 term. The Coalagra has attempted to re-capture and record the spirit and vitality of the year in pictures and words. It is hoped that in the many, many years to come, you will be able to turn to your Coalagra and re-live the 1960-61 term- THAT WONDERFUL YEAR. The Staff This 1960-61 edition of The Coalagra was compiled, edited, and produced by the following: Editor-in-Chief ...,,...... Ellen Jane Wetzel Editorial Assistant ,..........,, Joyce Edgar Senior Business Manager ,... Barbara Grebeck Junior Business Manager .... Anna Latronica Chief of Photography ...... Alvin Hohmann Photo Staff: Bob Salmon, Ron Halovanic, Tom Griflith, Ken Drombosky Art Work ....,. .,,.....,. S teve Langiitt Faculty Adviser . . , ....... Daniel Angeloni . -. Pls . PK OTHERS WHO ASSISTED: Theresa Lamper- ski, Ron Lassinger, Ann Kinniburgh, Elaine Brooks, Gary Johns, Bobbie Grass, Sandi D,Am- ico, Joan DeKleva, Elaine Collier, Margie Cos- tello, Helen Gillner, Margie Klobuchar, John Merli, Rich Field, Dan Jones, Mike Micklow, Giovanna Montorfano, Jim Zachousky, Dee Brinker, Bev Rearick, Sandy Evans, Gail George, Nancy George, Grace Lewis, Anita Sonnie, Kathy Preisser, Bob Grunden, Len DeLuca.

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Foreword 1960-61, A Record-Breaking, History PLACE: West Deer High School TIME: School term of 1960-61 OCCUPATION: Student ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Completed 180 days of action-packed classroom work which marked another milestone in the long-sought goal of be- coming an educated individual. In brief, that sums it all up. However, those few words couldn't adequately describe the writ- ing, studying, memorizing, experimenting, test- ing, planning, discussing, listening, creating, and viewing that went into the year. Nevertheless, this was the everyday routine which accounted for the major happenings in each student's life. But in this wonderful year of 1960-61 there were countless thrilling moments which could never again be repeated. Who will ever forget the day Bill Mazerowski hit the ninth inning World Series winning homerun and the whole school exploded in wild rejoicing as the Pirates became world champs for the first time in 35 years. There was that morning in early May when every student held his breath as he heard the de- tailed account over the P.A. system of Alan Shepardis blast-off into space. The announce- ments of the safe recovery of the first American into space made him the envy of every science student here. The presence of Gianna Montorfano, a for- eign exchange student, gave all of us a once in a lifetime opportunity to, in our own small way, help to cement better international relations. The hard earned praise given to the entire school operations, including classes, guidance, oilice, and club efficiency, by the Middle Atlan- tic States evaluation committee gave the entire township particular pride in its educational in- vestment. For the first time in the history of the school, a Student Day was observed. Serving in various capacities usually held by the regular personnel, students were able, for a day at least, to assume some of the responsibilities, problems, and head- aches which every day confront administration and faculty. This was the year of the Presidential elections, and nowhere was enthusiasm more supreme than at West Deer High. The political gamut ranged from discussion of the major issues to actually going to a township voting poll and casting a sample ballot. To be remembered also will be the weather of 1960-61. An almost constant barrage of snow blanketed the area for weeks without end-and it returned to haunt even as late as April. Whether it was the Christmas Ball, the S8LS, a class party or even the prom, the wild-rushing to get ready on time and the sudden found en- ergy to do the 4'Pony,'i Twist, or even the HBunny Hop'i one more time after hours of danc- ing can be vividly remembered. Social activities during the year included banquets, picnics Ccome rain, snow, or, miracle of miracles, sun- shinej, and bowling parties. Several innovations were noticeable at West Deer this year. There was that one way hall traffic, complete with Mr. Kernanis 4'Storm Troopersi' to remind you if you were going the wrong way. The idea was discarded a few months later, and all was back to normal. CNor-

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Dedication IN APPRECIATION-Louis Castello, president of the West Deer Township Board of Education, and Miss Lambert display the honor certificate presented to the depart- ing West Deer teacher. It is believed to be the first time in township history that such an award has been made, signifying the respect and appreciation all wished to accord this efficient and loyal member of the West Deer faculty. At right, Miss Lambert is shown receiving the certificate during a surprise presentation commencement night.