Cato Meridian Central School - Harvester Yearbook (Cato, NY)

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Administration i ., 5i ' i wig. fy Hex - . 3 Cx ms ...fr is-it M ww pf-Q Board of Education: Front: President: Mrs. Aibrog Back: Members: Mrs. Clark, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Southard, Mr. Salmonsen, Mr. VanNorstrandg Missing: Vice-President: Mr. Thomas. District Superintendent: Mr. Thomas Secretary: Mrs. Melnick .Tim 'Na rx-4 2 sq Business Administrator: Mr. Eaton Secretaries: L to Fi: Mrs. Green, Mrs. Chapman, Mrs. Pollayg Missing: Mrs. Mack.

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LW Someone who is a friend who you can depend upon, one ready to lend an ear and an arm to solve the biggest problem. As a teacher, one who never has to raise his voice to get attention, because he never bores. In recognition of his friendship and guidance, we the Class of 1982 dedicate this book to Mr. James Obernesse

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Qatu-iflrribian Qmural Swlmui P.O. BOX 100 CATO. NEEV YORK 12033 Richard J. Thomas Superintendent of Scnools Dear Graduating Class of 1982: TELEPHONE: 13155 625-2121 The purpose of this letter is to wish you, on behalf of the Education, school staff and your fellow students, the very best your future lives. As commencement draws near and you begin to your years in the Cato-Meridian Central School district, I hope mains clear. You have gained a sound education and now possess will make you a useful citizen. Though today you may not recognize it, the fact that you are graduating gives testimony to your skills and only as a student within our school district, but also as a com unity. Our futures are directly tied to each other and your leadership skills, your courage and your foresight. I am in a unique position as the superintendent at Cato Rober1L.Eazon Admmustranve Assl3'am For Buszness Manage:-wen: Board of of success in reflect upon one fact re- the tools that abilities not citizen within our to your abilities, -Meridian Central School of viewing the entire school district. I have visited kindergarten classes where young children are just beginning to learn. I have seen middle school students experience the difficulties of maturing and I have seen members of the senior class getting ready to take their place in adult society. In all my visits I have witnessed students who care about each other. I have seen students who care about the school and about their community. I have also found students who are concerned about learning and achieving. The other fortunate experience I have had this year is in working with all of the district teachers and staff members. We, in the Cato-Meridian school district, are fortunate to have a staff that genuinely cares about student wel- fare. The staff members are committed to operating the school district in the best interests of the students and the community. Personally, I believe that the future of the Cato-Meridian Central School district is a positive one. Many changes have taken place this year and I expect the future will see our continued growth as we strive to improve the school dis- trict. We will encounter many obstacles, however, with persistence and support of the school community we can achieve our goals. In closing, let me remind each of you that you have joined in a partnership with the Cato-Meridian school district. This partnership is an ever lasting one that goes beyond graduation day. This year as you receive your diploma briefly reflect upon the changes that have occurred since you were in kindergarten and try to imagine the changes that will occur in the next twelve years. Your support in helping us manage these changes is absolutely necessary. Again, the very best of success and happiness. ...Ae-N --ttf Sincerely. ,ff A ff KMQHK wlmff' Richard Thomas Superintendent of Schools Q . N l