Woodrow Wilson High School - Saga Yearbook (Middletown, CT)

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secretary; Margaret Morassini, treasurer; and Stan Pasieka, representative to Student Council. Andy Fitzpatrick received the Harvard Book Prize for the best all-round junior boy. Nevin Schreiner received an award for excellence in American history. Honorable mentions were given to Kathy Powers, Vicki Hartke and Evelyn Coskey. Diane Zabicki, Jim Thaxter and Jeff Sherwood represented Wilson at Girls and Boys State. 1959-1960 Dear Diary, Our last year at Wilson went by too quickly. We took part in many extra-curricular activities, and were maturing into strong responsible individuals. Elected to lead the class during our senior year were: Stan Pasieka, president; Tony Scirpo, vice president; Frank Abramo, treasurer; and Joyce Hurlburt, representative to Student Council. The officers of Honor Society included Sue Copeland, president; Kathy Powers, vice president; Diane Anderson, secretary; Tom Johnson, treasurer, and Doris Harwood, rep- resentative to Student Council. Bill Angell, president of the Student Association, along with Diane Zabicki, secretary; Jim Thaxter, director of Student Council made the student government function properly and smoothly. Bob Inglis and Nev Schreiner were the co-captains of the Service Squad. Jeff Sherwood incorporated dancing during cafe periods under the direction of Student Council. Joyce Hurlburt was selected to represent Wilson at the All-State Concert. Marian Capen, Pat Morse and Liz Munson participated in the All-New England Music Festival. The 26th Annual Convention of the Connecticut Scholastic Press Association, Inc. was held at U-Conn. The seniors attending the conference were the individual editors of the Margray, and Barbara Doherty, Andy Fitzpatrick, Pat Checko, Arline Walsh, Marian Capen, Mel Marks, and Virginia Pieta. Carolyn Wrubel, Sue Copeland and Linnea Skinner attended the Annual Student Forum at the Hotel Bond. Members of our class received honors and awards throughout the year. Bill Rfordon was named finalist by the National Merit Scholarship Board. Steve Cohen, Rita Hall, Jeff Sherwood, Tom Johnson, John Magnano, Nevin Schreiner, James Tardiff and John Washburn were awarded certificates of commendation. Susan Copeland received the D. A. R. award for dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. Vicki Hartke received the Betty Crocker Homemaker of Tomorrow award. John Washburn and Tom Johnson were nominated as candidates for the Air Force Academy. Camille Carta and Dave Williams were co-chairmen of our annual Christmas card drive; Ed Siecienski was top salesman. Steve Cohen and Harriet Fields were elected co- editors of the Saga by the Senior Nominating Committee. The Senior Ball was under the leadership of Don Turner and Rosemary Randazzo. Other chairmen of various committees included A1 Goldstein, Jane Domingue, Tony Salamone, Diane Zabicki, Barb Pasieka, Donna Sapio, and Tom Birdsey. Last but not least to be remembered is our fabulous football team which had a record of 7 wins and 1 loss. By defeating Middletown High 36 to 8, the Wildcats set a new high scoring record. Brooks Holmes was named to the All-State team, Jeff Hall received an award for the most improved player, and Bob Inglis received the Shoe Award from Mr. Post. Under the captainship of Ray Koscuk our basketball team defeated M. H. S. in a thriller 43 to 40. M. H. S. won the second game by one point 45 to 44. As the last page of our diary is filled, a soft singing of our Alma Mater can be heard. Woodrow Wilson, you have taught us much; responsibility, character development, and individual leadership. We have reached the crossroads of our life, and look forward to our future with optimism. Within your crowded halls we have made our home, have cherished many friendships, and have spent many happy hours. Woodrow Wilson — we'll never forget you as time goes by. 11

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CLASS HISTORY 1956- 1957 Dear Diary, Nineteen fifty-six was the first year of Woodrow Wilson Junior High School's existence. The seniors, juniors and sophomores had moved across the street into the newly built Senior High. During the first few weeks of school, we wandered busily about the corridors searching for our various classrooms. Our class officers included: Stan Pasieka, president; Kathy Powers, vice president; Nancy Whitmore, secretary; and Dave Williams, treasurer. The first step toward student government was headed by Jeff Sherwood, Pat Checko, Diane Zabicki and Steve Cohen. Along with the faculty advisors, Mr. Blucher, Mrs. Carreer, Miss Czajka, Miss Glidden, Mr. Linn, Mr. Randall, Mr. Rothfuss, Mr. Shaw and Mr. Delegan; Diane Ander- son and Rosalie Scaglione made our freshman dance a complete success. The theme of the dance was Magic Moments , and the Grand March completed a wonderful evening. Orientation Day gave us our first glimpse of the Senior High. During the summer we awaited impatiently our sophomore year. 1957- 1958 Dear Diary, The Senior High was an answer to our dreams, can you imagine-no stairs to climb! After having adjusted to our new environment; we settled down to some hard work. Various clubs and activities were offered to us, and we gladly took the opportunity of participating in them. We had much to cheer about, for our Wildcats defeated M. H. S. both in football and basketball. Our basketball team entered the tournaments at Yale. Our class officers were: Dave Williams, president; Diane Zabicki, vice president; Nancy Whitmore, secretary; Stan Pasieka, treasurer; and Geoffrey Sherwood, representa- tive to Student Council. The sophomore advisors were Mrs. McGuire, Mrs. Short, Mr. Stone, and Mr. Lord. Spring Rhapsody was held on April 18, 1958 in the cafeteria. Members of the dance committee included: Sue Copeland, decorations; Diane Zabicki, tickets; Marion Capen, music; Lyn Hayn, refreshments; Marcia Johnson and Barbara Pasieka, invitations; Camille Carta, programs; and Arline Walsh, publicity. Probationary members of the National Honor Society were selected. They were: Pat Checko, Marion Capen, Sue Copeland, Harriet Fields, Doris Harwood, Joyce Hurl- burt, Kathy Powers, Jeff Sherwood, April Stolba and Fran Turro 1958- 1959 Dear Diary, Our junior year was a year to remember. Most of us received our class rings and began to feel true Wilson spirit. The Class of 1960 was undefeated in class competition at pep assemblies, and won the annual school spirit award . Although M. H. S. crushed us in football, 10 to 0, we retaliated by winning both basketball games. Ne,w members of the National Honor Society were inducted at a beautiful candle light ceremony. Those inducted were: Bill Angell, Diane Anderson, Marian Capen, Pat Checko, Sue Copeland, Harriet Fields, Doris Harwood, Joyce Hurlburt, John Johnson, Kathy Powers and Fran Turro. Winter Dream , the Junior Prom, was a huge success under the direction of Bill Angell and Diane Zabicki, co-chairmen of the affair. The faculty advisors who assisted Diane and Bill were: Mr. Sullivan, Miss Frederick, and Mr. Hagel. Bill Angell was elected class president, Diane Anderson, vice president; Pat Checko, 10

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WILLIAM ANGELL. II Bill Ambition — To become an ■‘understanding'’ science teacher Busy, active, full of fun. Much has he undertaken, much has he done. ’ Junior class president; President of Executive Cabinet; Honor So- ciety; Saga Staff; Student Advisory Board; Student Council; President of Student Association; Co-chair- man of Junior Prom; Basketball; Cross Country, co-captain; Track; National Athletic Scholarship So- ciety. DIANE ANDERSON Ambition — Elementary school teacher 'T may not always be first, but I'm always there.” Chorus; French Club, president; Honor Society, secretary; Vice president of junior class; Scholar- ship Committee, secretary and chairman, Student Advisory Board; Girls' Sports Club; Bad- minton. FRANK ABRAMO Lou” Ambition — To become a pilot Heads I win, tails you lose. Audio-Vision; Senior Class Treas- urer; Freshman Nominating Com- mittee; Junior Prom Committee; Senior Home Room Representa- tive; French Gub;' National Ath- letic Scholarship Society; Traffic Squad; Service Squad; Soccer; Bas- ketball; Track. JUDITH AKERLEY Judi Ambition — To work at CANEL Say, can you spare a dime? Chorus; Service Squad; Girls’ Sports Club; Pep Gub; Rifle Club; Softball Club; Swimming. MARY AMENTA Betsy Ambition — To always be happy Sing away sorrow. Cast away care. Assembly Committee; Chorus; French Club; Latin Gub; Melo- Dees; Saga Staff; Student Advisory Board; Girls' Sports Club; Bad- minton; Softball; Basketball; Pep Club. ROGER ARNDT Rog I have planted Apollos watered; but God gave the increase.” Future Farmers of America. RICHARD ATKINS Butch” Ambition — To be the first man in space To work or not to work, that is the question. Audio-Vision; Science Club, vice- president; Traffic Squad. MEREDITH BADRICK Bunnie Ambition — To become a legal secretary I’ll clap my hands and stamp my feet. Girls' Sports Club; Badminton; Basketball; Bowling, treasurer; Swimming; Volleyball, president; Girls' Sports Club Board. NADINE ANDREWS Ambition — Success She's full of bashfulness and truth, Loved much, hoped little, and desired naught. Spanish Club; Band; Margray. 1, CECELIA BAGINSKI Celia Ambition — Retailing The secret of life is in art. Band; Majorettes; Margray; Span- ish Club; Traffic Squad; Girls' Sports Club; Badminton; Bowl- ing; Rifle Gub; Pep Gub.