Cathedral Academy - Way Yearbook (Albany, NY)

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l w l w s w 3 , ,ss 1, .N 5 ,X -Q A , THE RT. REVEREND WILLIAM H. TAAFFE 1933-1944 Seventh Rector For ten years Cathedral Academy was favored by the daily direction and excellent man- agement of Monsignor Taalfe. Due to his keeness and awareness of current needs, a commercial department was established. This department, now one of the largest in the state, has made a definite contribution to the academic standing of C. A. and has enabled many of its graduates to secure excellent positions. His personal lense of orderliness and efficiency was reflected in the systematic improvements in all the autivi EVA escllool, spiritual, academic, cultural and ma- terial. During his years the C150 Clulsgw ' l dp the athletic program and extra-curricular activities were expanded also. 7, 'A , K X Due to Monsignofs excmilleitt age., ' ayments were made on the debt of the school building. He endea i s- . pastor and true priest. ai V ' fi 18

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THE RT. REVEREND JOSEPH A. DELANEY 1912-1933 Sixth Rector One of the most beloved people who played a major role in the story of Cathedral Academy was Rt. Reverend Joseph A. Delaney. As a result of his prayers, his efforts. and his dreams, the present Cathedral Academy building was erected. It was his pride and joy. Even dearer than the building were the children who filled the classrooms. To each he was a father, a friend, a confidant. His love was returned by all who warmed to his interest and friendliness. Monsignor was the soul of Cathedral Academy. It is his spirit that is her spirit, his devotion to Christ and the Church and to his people which is the expression of her loyalty. It was his devotedness, example, and holiness which were the spring from which flowed the numerous vocations to the priesthood and religious life that Cathedral can claim. It is to Monsignor Delaney that we owe Cathedral as we know it-both the building and the spirit. May he forever look down on us and guide us as he did always. 17 -IT 'II If ,-.Qt h xv F i' A ...- sgfgsgsgaiegega

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PCYDGTWPCTQQDQMTQGTQ Cr-were t -23 +3 ebebebeiscbdxt THE REVEREND WILLIAM R. CHARLES 1912-1913 First Superintendent of Schools Father Charles, as first Superintendent of Schools, laid begin- nings to the centralization of the organization of the diocesan school system. He systematically vistited every school in the diocese, issued the first reports, reorganized the teaching of re- ligion in the schools and laid the foundations of a sound Dioce- san school system. U ,H 4 1 -fe Ee emma fi THE REVEREND JOSEPH A. DUNNEY 1913-1927 Second Superintendent of Schools This priestly scholar held the oflice of Superintendent for fif- teen years. During this time he furthered the process of organ- ization. knitting the diocesan schools into a closer unit. During Father Dunnefs administration. Diocesan examinations were born. Community Supervisors visited schools and supervised classes. Health examination and services began on an organized basis, and the Dolphin System of religious teaching for all the grades was basically adopted. Former Superintendents of Schools G CPCTWTD v it X E l Ci9d7 XbQ THE RT. REVER ' In--.' P. HANRAHAN Once an assistant astor at Cathedr u -r o'F7' an s alwa s ke tin active touch with our P , , Y P school life. As Superintendent of S ool , Qh aying ofthe cornerstone ofthe present Cathedral Academ buildin in 1927 ' 0 - it r lf ' y g , a is a measure of greatness to our youth today. Among the many achievements co gf, - ' 1- - his M ce as Superintendent, is the establish- ment of the Annual Teachers' Conventi n tr. Festival. Twenty-eight years have been unsparin l devoted to the task of romo - u f '1 n . . 4 f l ' Thir f ools 'fart 41 ? g y p l standards in every school in the diocese. We wish to express our gratitude to Monsign -,guy or a work well done.