the mind's eye senior edition 2012
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Waldwick High School
The Mind’s Eye
Senior Edition
2012
Board of EducationPatricia Levine, President
Dawn Monaco, Vice President
Daniel Marro, Sr.
Claire McLafferty
Dominic J. Novelli
Joseph Orlak
Martha Walsh
AdministrationDr. Patricia Raupers-Superintendent of Schools
John Griffin-Business Administrator/Bd.Secretary
Victoria Wilson-Director of Special Services
Kevin Carroll-Principal, High School
Michael Clancy-Assistant Principal/Athletic Director
Elizabeth Getlik-Supervisor of Language Arts, World Languages,
and Special Services
Janet Sobkowicz-Supervisor of Social Studies, Related Arts, and ESL
Mind’s Eye StaffAdvisor: Mrs. Danielle Kish
Staff: Natalia Basante, Sam Capener, Melissa Davies, Molly
Lumino, Julia Montella, Franchesca Romero, and Nicole Stahl
Artwork provided by Ms. Ruch’s Art Students
Photography provided by Mr. Opderbeck’s Photography Club
Front Cover Designed by Nicole Stahl
Clipart provided by Microsoft Word
Photo by Alexa Buffington
Photo by Joe Montana
Senior Words of Wisdom to the Underclassmen
Be classy. Class is knowing what to say,when to say it, and when to stop-JacquelineSheriff
Get good grades, don’t be shy and
quiet, be yourself, make a lot of
friends and be a part of a club or
sportt-Layne Voss
Get good grades, and don’t get on theteachers bad side. Never park in ateachers parking spot-MackCouncilor
Don’t let seniorities kick in
until AT LEAST April; Try hard,
everything still counts, but
have fun because these are the
times you’ll remember-Diana
Petrassi
Stay focused, try hard, and doyour best work always-JCGonzalez
Choose a job you love and you willnever have to work a day in your life-Nick Ferraro
Don’t try to do high school the rightway. It’s boring and obnoxious.Just do what feels right-RichardCerone
Don’t take statistics-Thomas Braney
Get good grades, try hard in gym,
and respect others-TJ Alvarez
Do good in your f irst three years of high
school and get most of the graduation
requirements out of the way so that when it
comes to your senior year, you can just cruise
through and not have to worry about
anything. Another piece of advice is to do
your work your senior year and not slack off
because you are going to need to get in the
habit of reading books and doing homework
because when it comes to college you will
not regret doing that-Robbie Occhipiniti
Be your own person-Taylor Poppe
Do your best at all times. Have funwhile you’re doing it. If you really tryyour best to make good grades, it will payoff in the end-Kerri Sullivan
Take all of Laz’s classes senior year-BrianHillringhouse
Don’t be afraid of change and don’tlet the fear of change get in the wayof pursuing your dreams-AlexandraNewman
Be careful who you trust. Also,
stay true to yourself and be who
you really are. Don’t do things just
to make everyone else happy. Do
well in school and stop destroying
the bathrooms. P.S.: Be nice to
everyone!-Kayla Pauwels
Senior Words of Wisdom to the Underclassmen
“It’s nice to be important, but
important to be nice” –Eric Ackerman
Don’t let senioritis catch up to you! Doall your work get all your credits soyou don’t have to worry about senioryear. ENJOY SENIOR YEAR!-MelisaGuzman
Just get it done-Danny Tyson
Don’t let anyone else tell youwhat classes to take, who to befriends with, or what hobbiesyou pursue. Do it because youwant to-Richard Bennett
Don’t believe everything Eric Ackerman
might have told you-Henry Kreismer
My advice to the underclassman wouldbe to get the most out of high school andjoin as many sports and clubs as you can.And get an early start on college so thereis less stress your senior year-SamKonchalski
If there is one thing I learned from my
high school career, it is to listen to all
advice given by teachers. As well as
this: join as many clubs and sports as
possible, create memories, and enjoy
your years in high school-Brendan Bryne
My advice to the underclassmen ofWaldwick High School is to try yourhardest in each and every class. It isimportant to keep a high average in allof your classes because once youbecome a senior and start applying tocollege, it will be really hard to apply toa school of your choice with a low GPA.Try your best because a high GPA givesyou a higher chance of getting into acollege-Alexandra Hernandez
Never take drama seriously in high school.
People will start rumors and times will get rough
but just remember there is a whole world
outside of this tiny school. Good luck!-Jessica
Torres
All underclassmen never think you’rebetter than the seniors. Don’tprocrastinate, you’ll fall behind quick.Give it your all if you’re part of a club orteam for all 4 years.-Amy Morgan
Never let someone tell you that youcan’t do anything; work your hardestand achieve your goals-TJ Eason
Take advantage of the clubs and sports in
high school. Join anything you can and
you’ll get more out of high school-Neil
Bortolus
Be active in school, respect the
upperclassmen, and play sports-
Mariana Ruas
Don’t do anything stupid-Natalie Tasci
Senior Words of Wisdom to the UnderclassmenDo your work always! No matter whatgrade you’re in. Always work to your fullpotential. Take advantage with joiningsports and school activities. Never thinkyou’re better than somebody, stay awayfrom drama; drama will ruin your highschool experience-Samantha DeWeil
Join as many extracurriculars as youcan and express your creativity.Cherish these times, because they aresome of the best times of your life!-Steven Zaukas
Get here early or don’t get a spot.
Senioritis is a progressive disease
Naviance will actually become your
best friend-Sam Forte
You should always put effort
into everything that you do.
You are in school to form a
foundation for college and
your adult life. You may have a
dream to be a teacher or
whatever but you first need to
get through school. Always
try, do your best, and always
think. These are important
years, make them count-Victor
Del Corro
Try to do as many sports, clubs, activities,
etc…as you possibly can. Do this because
no matter what extracurricular activities you
do there are going to be great memories that
you’ll take with you forever. So, try to
maximize your experiences so you can get
the most out of high school-John Simeone
Look into colleges and how they handle
AP credits. Then, choose which APs
you want.-Janice KwonJust be yourself and make the most of
your high school career, whether it be
doing sports or joining a club-Madison
Irwin
Never procrastinate on term papers!-
Lauren Tom
Work hard from your freshman year until you are
admitted into college. Trying to salvage your
GPA after a poor freshman and sophomore year
is not an easy task-Michael Zumbano
Put the seat down-John Dickinson
All the dedication and hard work really
does pay off in the end, when you get
accepted to your dream college! You’ll be
thankful-Emily Gurian
Get to school early when you’re a seniorso you can park in the lot. Shmoop.com(enough said). Get college apps doneearly-Kaleigh Vuoncino
Don’t get senioritis. It makes giving
advice very difficult.-Matt Sticco
Don’t procrastinate, you’ll regret it-Michelle Chen
Photo by Lauren Tom
Enjoy these four years because they fly
by and as much as you say you wanna
leave, once it approaches your view
really changes!!!-Alyssa Tyukody
Get involved and take charge-Brian Duke
Keep your locker combination onpaper because after winter and springbreak you make a fool of yourselfwhen you don’t remember whichlocker is yourself when you don’tremember which locker is yours andhow to open it-Alexa Iannantuano
Photo by Magan Azari
Education is Everything
By Michael Zumbano
Education is everything
It provides you with a set of tools
Tools which can be used all through life
It is the doorway in which we enter—
New opportunities, new horizons
It is everywhere
In the classroom, on the streets
Where ever you look
Without education we would fail
Fail to advance
Fail to succeed
Fail to exist
Education is everything, so take advantage of it
Education
By Alexa Buffington
Education is the cornerstone of
civilization
There was nothing before this realization
It is human nature to want to learn,
A greater knowledge is what we yearn for
For a good education you don’t have to be
smart
To make the best of it, you must give it
all your heart
Education does not stop on graduation
day
All it means is you learn in new ways
School work is there to make the brain
perspire
Teachers and staff are there to inspire
Their inspiration provides desire
For every student to make grades higher
Without education, our world would be a
mess
With it we can all be our best
Education
By Kelsey Smithuysen
Education is important in life
You can learn using the tools given by Mrs.
Strife
You must do your homework and study
To make it more fun you can learn with a
buddy
It is important to always aim high
Even if a subject is tough give it a try
There are many, many subjects to explore
You simply need to find the ones that aren’t
a chore
Art by Chloe Seise
Winner of the Bergen County Teacher Recognition Program
2012
A Teacher
By Lauren Tom
What do you expect from a stranger that we barely know?
Who tells us our dreams can be within reach,
And that we can do anything we want.
It’s always the same on the first day,
When high expectations are anticipated
And papers of assignments are piled high
Thank you for being different from the others
By creating a world where I would want to learn
Where I want to grow and become myself
Thank you for showing me what I can do
And sharing the possibilities with me,
That I didn’t even know existed
Thank you for inspiring me
With books and words that made me realize my passions
That will guide me forever
What do we expect from a stranger that we barely know?
Who tells us our dreams can be within reach?
Everything.
Art by Paul Skorski
Photo by Joe Montana
Art by Chloe Seise
Well Wishes for the Seniors
To: Eric Ackerman
From: Jamie Cobin
The time spent in IB and Marketing flew by.
You probably feel the same way. Good luck in
your future endeavors
To: George Bailey
From: Pat Browne
Dear Jesus,
I mean George, I keep getting you two mixed
up. Baseball this year was epic, and you are
the man. Good luck in college, and God speed.
To: George Bailey
From: Bernard Fredric
Dear Jes-…I mean George,
You’re a good kid George. You are going to go
far in this life. When you’re on top, just don’t
forget about me down here.
To: John Flemming
From: Sean Billies
It’s been a great year in high
school with you, but it stinks I
have only one year. Have fun at
Willy P.
To: John FlemmingFrom: Peter BernhardFlem, Flem Dog, Flem-ming, ming, ming.It’s been a great year starting withfootball to yg to Lax. Hope that you dogood in college and that we keep intouch.
To: Soccer Seniors
From: Nicole, Colleen, Alli, Sam
Thanks for a fun/great season! Good
luck in college!
To: Alyssa Tyukody, Kaleigh Vuoncino,and Karlin HeulittFrom: Colleen MoranThank you all so much for making my 1st
varsity season one to remember.
To: Emily GurianFrom: Sam SchatzI love you! Good luck at Delaware!What did dela wear? A New Jersey! Ah!Okay Bye.
To: Emily Gurian
From: Nicole Fundaro
Hi Emily! Good luck in college! I know
you will do great! You were so nice/
sweet during soccer season, and when
you were at my house. Have a
wonderful summer!
Photo by Kelsey Smithysen
Photo by Sam Konachalski
Words of Wisdom to the Graduating Class of 2012
“Remember Graduation Day isthe first day of the rest of yourlife.”
Ms. Wolf
Seniors,
My advice to you: Take advantageof every opportunity that you aregiven. Take time to travel andexperience different parts of theworld and our country.Appreciate the ones who areimportant to you and rememberto make the most of every day.Every day you have the power tomake it a great day or not…thechoice is yours.
Congratulations,
Ms. Angelli ☺
A wise former teacher of mine once told me,
“The hardest thing about being a college
freshman, is becoming a college sophomore.”
Mr. Dittamo
Remember who you are and where you aregoing...and above all else, to thine self be
true....
pearls of wisdom from Peggy Larson and
William Shakespeare....
Take time to travel, whenever you can. If you
can study or student teach in another country,
take that oppotunity. The world is what you
make of it. Congratulations, and come back and
visit.
Mrs. Kish
Seniors....I urge you to do
whatever you do for no reason
other than you love it and believe
in its importance. #warriornation
Mr. Carroll
Art by Paul Skorski
BASEBALLWOCKY
By Steven Zaukas
‘Twas Bronx and Yankee StadiumDid Jersey into New York:All fans were the other side of the Hudson,And the George Washington Bridge.
“Beware the Big Papi, my son!The bat that swings, the cleats that slug!Beware the Boston Red Sox, and disregardThe green monster at Fenway Park.
Mariano Rivera took his Rawlings baseball in hand:Long time the vigorous foe he sought,Till rested he when the count was fullAnd a quick timeout was made by the catcher.
And, after one more pitch led his strikeout, in the dugout thought he stood,The Big Papi grasping a Louisville Slugger,Came striding from the dugout,And home plate as it came.
Clanked the bat on his right shoe, then left, then a practice swing and anotherThe f irst pitch was thrown and went whack and clack!He slugged the ball with his all,It was aimed for center f ield fence.
“And have thou hit a home run?Or have thou been spared?Fly Ball! Warning Track! It’s Caught!The center f ielder leaped in his joy.
‘Twas Bronx and Yankee StadiumDid Jersey into New York:All fans were the other side of the Hudson,And the George Washington Bridge.
Untitled by Janice Kwon
It’s 6:15 a.m. and the students force themselvesout of bedAs the water runs cold, the student steps outFrom the shower they step in front of themirror“When will this day end? When can I graduateand be done?”It’s 6:15 a.m. and the student jumps out of bedTen minutes pass, and the students feel freshand cleanFrom the shower they step in front of themirror“Today is beautiful and new. I want to takeadvantage of today.”It’s graduation day and the students dragthemselves across the stageAs the applause quiets down, the student slowlymakes his way backFrom the stage he settles back into his seatWhat am I going to do?It’s graduation day and the student stridesAs the applause roars, the student movesFrom the stage he settles back to his seat“I can’t wait to begin my new life.”The student has to worryThe student has a futureThe student has no chanceAnd the student has hope
Mentally Tough
By David Cathey
Here I stand in the trialsWhere the normal and the elite break
When I think I am exhaustedThe whistle blows again
I think to myself “I never last”and I hear him yell “Don’t cheat yourself!”
I give myself mental toughnessand I make it to the end
Four years later I learnjust how tough to be to work through it
Inspiration to AdvancementBy Sharon Roller
Try hardYou’ll go farThrough educationyou could be a star.There is no winningor losing, no endingor beginning.Learning is endless,for your whole lifeNo matter if you’rechild, grandfather, or wife.You can learn something newevery day, they sayminds always expandinghorizons broadeningwithout educationwhere would we be?Without medicine,construction or company.Teachers inspire young mindsencouraging not to fall behind.education is a driving forceopening doors for advancement,for better or worse.The word keeps turning,people keep learning,education continues to inspire.
Artwork by Victor DelCorro
Education PoemBy Kaleigh Vuoncino
Being smart won’t make you moneyIt won’t give you friendsIt won’t teach you a lessonIt won’t provide you with all youNeed to be successful
But education?It allows room to build life-longrelationshipsIt teaches you to read, write, count, andbeyondIt provides you with endlessopportunitiesSo you can become whatever you want
Education opens the door;All you have to do is turn the knob
Education
By Michelle Chen
Education
Learning, teaching, changing
It can do so many things
A teacher, a classroom
A new experience
New knowledge, new information
And so much more
A road to success
If used right
A road to better life
Education makes everything
A future leader, a future doctor
A future teacher
Or anything imaginable
Every day is a roller coaster
Ups and downs
Good and bad
Is it worth it?
Yes.
New influences, new experiences
New friendships, new interests
An ever changing life
Past, present, future
Learning, teaching, changing
Education
Importance of Education
By Victor del Corro
In order to change the world,
you need a dream
In order to have a dream,
you need to live.
In order to live,
you must desire to.
Life doesn’t wait for anyone,
it will even leave some behind,
but education will give you a head start.
In order to change the world,
you need a desire to learn.
We can all change the world,
But who really wants to?
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