Huguenot High School - Talon Yearbook (Richmond, VA)

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SSNS, SN + SESS June 9 Climaxes Year of Falcon The Mosque was the scene of Commencement exerci- ses for 288 seniors, who heard Betsy Calvo, Barbara Hopkins, and Charles Jeffress speak on ‘‘Man is Master of His Fate: Past, Present, and Future’. Betsy and Charles were awarded the Panhellenic and Balfour awards, respectively. With graduation and five years of high school behind them, many seniors departed for the beach before tak- ing up summer jobs. Underclassmen, reflecting on The Year of the Falcon, anticipated three months of vacation before returning to continue their search for knowledge. As Betsy Calvo and Charles Jeffress read over their commence ment speeches for the last time, Barbara Hopkins, receiving inspi- ration for her conclusion, grins with relief. Mass confusion! Mrs. Wolfe, senior class sponsor, tries to unscramble Are they tears of joy or sorrow — or both? Terry O'Neil looks back the bedlam following graduation. upon the experiences of the past five years. 27

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As Dams Control River, Teachers Direct Pupils Rushing toward its destination, the River was guided and controlled by dams along the way, enabling it to produce needed power and water without causing need- less destruction during periods of flooding and drought. Teachers influenced the students in much the same way. By demonstrating the correct procedure to follow in studying, in contemplating theory, and in working with others to accomplish a desired task, the faculty was able to direct the pupils through the trials of each day’s work. Such guidance developed wise, alert individ- uals capable of leading fruitful, stimulating lives. 29