IS | | . r- -" DELPHIAN '77 1 M There von he HO minhmr without a cfotift mid </ storm. As the rainbow bends in an arc. We are now beginning ihe arc in our journey through life. The pasl is the foundation upon which we build the future. Our rainbows would not be complete without the past. Vet neither would they be complete if we only retrace the past. This does not mean our memories should fade. As time continues, and we build our lives, These priceless treasures should always be remembered and cherished- Times of laughter and fun Times of tears and troubles Times of closeness, caring, and sharing. We look to the future with high hopes and dreams. Although we are sad to leave, through the many, lingering goodbyes, Runs a thread of cheerful anticipation. — Each of us can now begin to truly build our own rainbow. Exactly what it shall be will depend upon The color of the rainbow we each choose. Each person will choose a color unique to himself, Out of which to shape his life. Although differences may occur due to the many hues of the various i These days of friendship, love, laughter, and tears Will be our most cherished memories When each of us finds our own special treasure At the end of our own special rainbow. \ - +m DELPHIAN 1 us High E 99 Century Ri Board . Back Row Mrr MMiillttoonn KKalmc. Mr William H Sehmiiil, Mr Robert J Schulz. Mr Paul Shelly (SupennlendenO. Mr Nelson F Bellcsheim, Mr Seyn Row Mr Hjrvcy Sthaffcr. Mr Wesley Van Pell. Mr Gregory P Cinnella (Presideni), Mr Kenneth R Arnold fVice-President). Mrs 1 he main purpose of the Board of Education. Pohc> Presideni of Ihe Board of Education, Mr. Gregory Cinnella. feels that education is a partnership of studenis and teachers. As a graduate of New York University, and presently employed as a Certified Public Accountant at R.D. Hunter and Company, Mr. Cinnella believes that education means exposure, stimulation of ihe mind, new experiences, absorbing information, and learning. According to Mr Cinnella, Paramus High School is here for one reason — YOU. the student. Of Education . . Mr. Wesley Van Pell, the Board's Busin< I AdmmiMraior and Secrclary, staled lhal one of the most important functi is of the Board of Education is tion thai meets the needs of the students in the best possible manner When the nmlh grade enters the high school ntKt year, the Board of Educa- tion will be called upon to provide even greater:ludent learning experiences. Mr. Mele. Director of Personnel, believes that education is a life long process. Education should provide the learner with the tools and experience fora productive and fulfilling life. Including the mnih grade in the high school should provide greater opportunities for students regarding course offerings, electives, clubs, intramurals. and other activities. When asked about the future of Paramus High School. Mr. Mele stated: "The highly regarded reputation of the high school should continue to grow through the efforts of its dedicated staff." On February 16, 1977 an important link in our chain of command was broken. On that day the Paramus school system lost A. Lincoln Koenig. "Line." as he was affectionately known to his friends and fellow workers, was born in North Bergen and moved to Paramus when he was in the fourth grade. He attended Farview School (now George W Hodgins School). Hack- ensack High School, and took night courses at Fairleigh Dickinson. Prior to his association with the Paramus school system, Mr. Koenig served in the Army Infantry from 1941 to 1945. He began his career with the Paramus Public Schools as a custodian in the Midland School in September of 1«>46. when Paramus had only two elementary schools. He became the head custodi- an in 1951. He has been the Director of Maintenance for over twenty years in which he coordinated the duties of eighty custodians, matrons, and mainte- nance workers. He has seen the school system's student population grow from 600 to 7,000 with 7 elementary schools, 2 junior high schools, a senior high school, and more than 175 acres of property. "Line" was beloved by everyone. He worked tirelessly and ceasdessl) to maintain the high standards of excellence which we enjoy toda> He will be keenly missed by his widow, the former Anna Behnke, his three children, his colleagues, the Board of Education, and the community which he served so unselfishly and loyally. iflriimriam . D i s p e n s e rs of . .. We-president of the Board of Education, Mr. Kenneth Arnold, is pres- eoUj employed al Wagner Electric Corporation, and is an alumnus of Pordhem University When asked what his philosophy of education is, Mr. Arnold staled. "I believe that our school system should be designed to educate, to the extent of Ihe community's capability, each child to the maximum of his or her potentials." When asked his philosophy of education. Mr. Nelson Bellesheim. former President of the Board of Education, stated "that a community should pro\ide an atmosphere conducive to learning That meets the needs of the wide variety of learning abilities represented by the students." Mr. Belle- sheim. a graduate of Dartmouth College, and now employed as a Regional Service Engineer at the Otis Elevator Company, feels that this no easy task, and the best help a School Board can give is to employ and encourage an outstanding administrative staff. Mr Nelson Bdlesheim Mr. Seymour Handel, a graduate of City College, New York, and a teacher in Social Studies, thinks that each sludent is a unique being, with his or her own special talents and needs. Emphasis must be placed on the individual. As a Board of Education member. Mr. Handel states that each student should be challenged to learn at his or her maximum capacity. Educational systems, such as Paramus. must recognize these differences, and provide a range of guidance and educational programs that will result in each child receiving a maximum opportunity to be successful in school and in life. In Paramus we believe that the public school system is (he best melhod of education known at the present lime (o preserve and improve our democ- racy. We espouse democratically organized classrooms where children of vaned national, religious, racial, cultural and social backgrounds can leam to value diversuy within unity. Paramus schools are charged with providing the best education possible for every Paramus student. Primary responsibility of the school is to further the development of each student physically, intellectually, socially, emotionally and morally. To discharge these responsibilities we must help each student to the limit of his or her abilities to think critically, independently, and creatively. To achieve these skills we must offer instruction, guidance and practice in the scientific method, using accurate and up-to-date content. We are seeking genuine understandings. — Milton Ratine