Wyoming Valley West High School - Spartan Yearbook (Plymouth, PA)

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TUDENT COUNCIL Advisors: Mary Jean Tarantini, Frank Morgis The 1978-79 school year was a productive one for tl Wyoming Valley West Student Council. Headed by preside: Scott Jeffery, the Student Council Officers were Marlei Brush, first vice-presidentg Pam Fimowicz, second vic presidentg Ken Coombs, third vice-presidentg Suzanne Kair' treasurerg Andrea Tirpak, corresponding secretaryg Becl- Bendick, recording secretaryg and Michael Gilby, parliamei tarian. The year consisted of many successful projects and under takings. As a service to the teachers, while in the Kingstc Building, Student Council ran a coffee canteen. In late Oi tober, they sponsored a Halloween Movie Night which Collet ted S100 for UNICEF. Lori Smith represented WVW regionally in the Northeastern Pennsylavnia Association 1 Student Councils. Capsules containing school related materi were buried outside the new high school by advisors and o ficers. Homecoming is one of the busiest times ofthe year for Sti dent Council. Flower for a Friend and 'fBalloon Launch tickets were sold, chaired by Sue Kairo and John Finn respe tively. Andrea Tirpak set up the elections for Mr. and M Sparta and was the master of ceremonies at the crowning c November l0. Other activities included serving as guides for the dedicatic , ., .Q-. h Is M , ' ssl! fs f, Q ' -uv' : t x if rs iff s-UIQ Officers: Row l - Andrea Tirpak, Suzanne Kairo, Scott Jeffrey, Becky Bentdick, Row 2 - Ken Coombs, Pam Fimowicz, Marlene Brush, h Michael Gilby.

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The Wyoming Valley West National Honor Society conducted its ceremony on May 9, 1979. New members from the junior and senior classes were inducted. They received certificates and medals from Mr. Ferris. This year's officers were as follows: president: Tom Lallyg vice president: Jean Pasternackig treasurer: Karen Pyrosg and secretary: Chris Chernesky. The guest speaker was Dr. Rees from Wilkes College. The ceremony celebrated another successful year of the WVW chapter of the National Honor Society. 'S 1 . ' , 2 if , . f i g C 4 . H .ak 2 A 5 J N F 3 .I I 5, 44: ' , , , X . ' - V - 1 ., vs. . ... ui- i . A, ti ' B ' T 'iwl . , g ' femmes 'T' wb F ' - f ' ' ... .. g- X.. V ' .K vm.-N '15 k - .. .. ... . X .Q .., A '. - gr 5.32 . in .. , ..,.... si.. RQ. .kkk . Q'MuX:L,.N.g XR N Row I: R. Kuchta, C. Piazza, J. Katchko, J. Malahowski, D. Rimple, A. Herschenfeld, S. Fischer, S. Berman, B. Kulick, T. Lally. D. Popek. Row 2: J. Ogurkis, G. Garrish, K. Yamrus, L. Baltrushes, A. Falzone, M. Smith, K. Pyros, S. Kendig, D. Davis, J. Pasternacki, C. Feirverker, L. Simon, C. Miller, L. Perich, T. Rakaczewski. Row 3: R. Sczucki. M. Urban, T. Shiplett, D. Sedor, T. Doran, L. Kuchemba, C. Chernesky, A. Tirpak, D. Berger, E. Koombs, B. Hujick, M. O'MalIey D. Shultz, F. Luka. 77

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ffY?f '. 'Wx CAPSULES the high school, the canned food drive for needy families at and Penny Dayu. As a change of pace, a Mr. Contest was held. Chaired by Karla Kaminski, the entailed the silencing of all girls in the school for a full Kenny VanScoy was the winner of two free movie passes a dinner. On March 15 the Student Council had their annual ldes of Book Swap. This allowed students to exchange their books for different ones and gave the others the oppor- to purchase used books for IO cents. Brian Masgay and Kolessar were the chairmen of this project. As a major community service the Student Council spon- a Red Cross Blood Drive. Over 100 pints of blood was from donors 17 years of age or older. The drive was in the school gymnasium and was chaired by Sue Kairo. With the rise of vandalism in our school, the students took Vandalism assemblis were held and under the direction of Student Council President Scott Jeffery a panel of concer- ned students presented their views to the student body. The meetings proved to be very successful. At the close of the year, activities such as the Talent Show, and the free seedling distribution, and a paper drive were held. All in all it was a great year for the Student Council. The tremendous vitality and value of this organization can- not be overstated. The drive and dedication of Ms. Mary Tarentini and Mr. Frank Morgis was above and beyond. It was the overwhelming opinion of most faculty and students that this was the best Student Council they have ever seen operate. A sincere vote ofthanks for the very, very great boost o WVW spirit and image is certainly in order. fT 1 isa?-siss HOMEROOM DECORATING 79