Branford High School - Milestone Yearbook (Branford, CT)

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Administration As you depart from high school, you are enter- ing an era when the conditions of life are changing rapidly. Travel is faster, communications are more rapid, and ideas are competing with ideas with ever greater intensity. In the midst of change, you will sometimes question your goals and your stan- dards. You will have temptations and opportunitiesg doubts and convictionsg defeats and hopesg and all types of experiences. This is life. You are also maturing and assuming new respon- sibilities. As you move into these new responsibili- ties, you are undoubtedly aware of the hopes of parents, teachers, townspeople and friends who wish you well and who will be proud of all your ac- complishments. You have completed high school. A goal has been achieved, but there are other goals to reach. Plan well. use your strengths, andisucceed. Go ahead with courage. Please come back and visit when you can. WILLIAM H. JAMES It is time for you to work at one of the most difficult tasks in life - looking at yourself. This is a hard job, but it can be most rewarding. Take time to think, as an individual, about what you have done in the past, and what you should do now and in the future. You may originate some search- ing questions about yourself: What value do you place upon your individuality and your talents? 'Your personal feeling may be the spark that ignites a dormant Creativity. Are you willing to admit that your education is just beginning? In order to obtain understanding and a modicum of wisdom, you are required to con- tinue your learning. You must also determine the best way in which to continue your education. Do you procrastinate? Much of your time could be Wasted waiting for the right moment, the opportune hour or day and the inspiration. Do you face unpleasant tasks with courage? It will be essential for each of you to do what needs to be done, when it has to be done, Whether or not you agree. Do you fear making decisions for fear of making mistakes? An error teaches a lesson. providing you are aware of what is being taught. ERNEST C. HATFIELD fa -sv S! . i..t 'F Assistant Principal George N. Mischler and Guidance Counselor Robert Speri Assistant Superintendent William J. Garrity, Jr. advises Senior Lorraine Dombrov

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Dedication Throughout our four years of high school, We, the class of 1963, have looked to others for guid- ance and aid. It is with this in mind that we dedicate this book to a person who has contributed greatly to our progress and achievement. As a senior advisor, you have helped us choose what is best for the class. Your unceasing efforts and helpful suggestions have made these years ones which will long be remembered by all of us. ln deepest thanks we dedicate this 1963 MILE- STONE to a versatile teacher, author, and coach -Mr. Dominic Cote. A typical French class pose This is a common sight in any football game.

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