WPCNR SCHOOL DAYS. By John F. Bailey. September 13, 2005: Former City Councilman Bill Brown, Class of 54, well-known businessman and creator of the Citibank ATM program; Frank Briante, Class of 24, a member of the Board of Education and the person who oversaw the construction of Church Street School, Ridgeway School and the present White Plains High School;  Lenore Janis Class of 51, founder of Professional Women in Construction,and the first woman owner of a steel company; and vision reconstruction pioneer and humanitarian, Dr. Robert C. Della Rocca, Class of 58 were announced by Principal Ivan Toper as the newest selectees to be included in the White Plains Hall of Fame Monday evening at the Board of Education meeting.

The four will be officially inducted in ceremonies at the high school November 15. The Hall of Fame, celebrating its 10th year, honors White Plains High School graduates who have distinguished themselves in their careers and impacted the lives of others.

Mr. Briante (posthumously selected), Mr. Brown, Ms.Janis and Dr. Della Rocca are the 43rd, 44th, 45th and 46th WPHS graduates to be chosen for the Hall. The three living honorees will visit the High School November 15 and spend time with students and staff.