Whitney Point High School - Maroon and Gold Yearbook (Whitney Point, NY)

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Dedication Edward Bochniak “Helping young people, not in a dramatic fashion, but little by little throughout the years.” sums up Mr. Edward Bochniak’s basic approach to teaching. His dependability and resourcefulness have aided hundreds of students in his career at Whitney Point Senior High School. Mr. Bochniak began his work in public school education after serving in the military and teaching at the U.S. Air Force Academy. He received his undergraduate degree at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. and his Master’s Degree from SUNY Cortland. Believing that he had an obligation to assist in the aca- demic and social development of youth, Mr. Bochniak found that this duty “turned into a privilege.” He still enjoys the “intellectual atmosphere” of schools and believes he has much to contribute to student growth. His students, now and in the past, would certainly agree. The 1962-63 school year marked Mr. Bochniak’s arrival at Whitney Point, where he has been teaching senior high school English and occasionally social studies ever since. He has remained here for two major reasons: the enjoyment in his work and the camaraderie of his associates. Besides his effective work in the classroom, Mr. Bochniak has also coached Junior High, Junior Varsity, and Varsity football and has been a class advisor and drama coach. In his private life, Mr. Bochniak likes long-distance walk- ing for his physical health and reading for his mental health. He especially enjoys Western non-fiction and World War II Air Force stories. This year’s Eagle yearbook staff proudly dedicates the 1986 edition to Mr. Edward Bochniak — our friend and mentor. 4

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Joseph Cooper 1985-86 Teacher of the Year Outstanding motivator, outstand- ing creative teacher, outstanding dedication to his students and to his art. In summation: truly outstand- ing. Joe, who has taught Art at Whit- ney Point for 23 of his 27 teaching years, attended Edinboro State Uni- versity, Edinboro, Pa. and S.U.N.Y. at New Paltz, N.Y. Due to the influ- ence of two very good teachers in his high school years, Joe decided to work with high school students. After three years’ teaching at Towanda, Pa. he began a career at Whitney Point. Having taught stu- dents from levels kindergarten through grade 12, teachers and stu- dents cite Joe’s professionalism, good humor, and articulate skills. A highlight for all occurs annually each June as the major student art exhib- it is the showcase for differing tech- niques, mediums, and skills ac- quired in Mr. Cooper’s art classes. When informed he was the recipient of the 1985-86 Teacher of the Year award, an honorary accolade from his peers, Joe expressed, “Sur- prise!” Although Joe values the friend- ships he has built with students and staff, he is somberly reflective. Joe states, “a greater emphasis on coop- eration and mutual respect between staff and administration would greatly improve the teaching and learning environment in “our school.” Painting and sculpture are two hobbies Joe enjoys. Upon retire- ment, traveling and spending win- ters on the beach appeal to him. 5