Westbury High School - Wing and Spur Yearbook (Westbury, NY)

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Varsity Cheerleaders: F. Shickler, Co-Captaing C. Hemming, C. Jaynes, P. Windus, S. Schechner, P. Heisler, Captaing R. McQueen, and E. Eason. Cheerleaders Keeping up the morale of both the team and those in the grand- stands is the job of Westbury's cheerleaders. The varsity squad, under the advisership of Miss Thomasina LaGuardia, is chosen by representatives of the student body on the basis of talent, form, and ability. Junior varsity cheerleaders are chosen by their varsity coun- terparts. This year a Booster Club was organized to aid the girls in arousing a greater amount of school spirit. During the past year, the squads have upheld the tradition of good spirit and sportsman- ship and have helped our teams to victory. runs as as ever Jumping for. joy, Patti Heisler cheers the team on to victory. J.V. Cheerleaders: L. Veneroni, R. Ellerby, C. Watson, K. Rothfeld, Co-Captaing D. Towne, B. Nivens, S. Sokol, and J. Fink, Captain.

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FIRST: D. Katzenstein, A. Finger, Sec'y.g C. Schmidt, Vice Pres.: E. Elias, Pres.: Miss Harriette Kuhlman, Adviser: and R. Kieselstein. SECOND: G. Aschengrau, F. TA. One of the school's most enlightening and stimu- lating clubs is the Future Teachers of America. Un- der the direction of Miss Harriette Kuhlman, the F.T.A. offers those who plan to become teachers an opportunity to learn more about this profession. Throughout the year, each member devoted ten hours in assisting a particular teacher, thereby gain- ing valuable practical experience and a more thor- ough knowledge of what teaching entails. In addi- tion, various guests are invited to speak on the dif- ferent Helds in teaching. Finally, as a highlight of the year, F.T.A. members spend two days student teaching in the Westbury schools. To think, to understand ana' to enjoy FIRST: T. Miao, R. Collins, E. Jacobson, M. Napolitano, and G. Gelzer. SECOND: M. Levine, M. Damask, J. Friedman, R. Estroff, M. Baglino, J. Lacey, D. Mackler, P. Chase, C. Schellhorn, P. Strada, and E. Cappel. P. Heyer, G. Parker, B. Nestora, P. Gordon, R. Allman, M. Foster, J. Anthonsen, W. Fein, D. Graber, M. D'Anna, J. McMorris, L. Johnson, P. Kiszenick, and C. Lewin. Biology Club Under the capable supervision of Mr. Francis Korber, members of the Biology Club are able to increase their knowledge of the subject. During the year, members work on individual projects for the Nassau Science Congress. To supplement the club program, trips are taken during the club's bi-month- ly meetings. One of the main functions of the club is to keep the school more scientifically oriented through the use of displays in the school corridors. Officers of the Biology Club, Roger Collins, Vice-Pres.: Gary Gelzer, Treas.: Mary Napolitano, Sealy, and Ed Jacobson, Pres., show interest in ' a new rubber plant.

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FIRST: P. Windus, C. Potenza, Jones, Corr. Sec.'y.g C. Kowal, Treas.,' J. Shusterman, Pres., S. Rucker, Sealy.: P. Heisler, Make-up Manager, S. Lewis, M. Perlak, and A. Bowman. SECOND: C. Thornton, N. Morgenstern, D. Raffelock, S. Schechner, Anthonsen, B. Glier, M. Thesllyians Thespians are a group of students interested in the theatrical arts. To become a member of the group, students must acquire a certain number of points,,gained by participation in any of the many areas involved in a theatrical presentation. Under the direction of Miss Jeanne Sadlow, the Thespians have planned and put into effect many activities. Each year they sponsor the Talent Show, the Thes- pian assembly, and the school musical. This year's musical, Kiss Me Kate, encompassed the talents of many students. As a climax to the year, the Thes- pians gave out their own academy awards at Thes- pian Night. Potecha, R. Brunning, and A. Van Witsen. THIRD: R. Heist, G. Franz, I. Butt, D. Drucker, L. Lentz, D. Crowe, J. Bickford, D. Towne, R. Maksymkow, D. Webster, L. Killoch, B. Zaino, and R. DeStefan. Stage Crew Westbtiry High Schoolis theatrical and assembly programs could not take place without the efforts of the Stage Crew. Selected on the basis of their ability and conscientiousness, it is this organization that is responsible for the lighting, props, and audio effects in the auditorium. Under the direction of Mr. Gerald Mallon, the Stage Crew occasionally works on weekends with major productions. Dramatz'csjZ0urz'sh- Tlzeslbians active since 1953. FIRST: A. Van Witsen, N. Morgenstern, and R. Brunning. SECOND: I. Vac- Stage manager, Clarke Thornton, ad- chio, C. Thornton, L. Lentz, R. Heist, and P. Van Witsen. justs supports for the Christmas tree. l