Immaculate Conception High School - Marian Yearbook (Memphis, TN)

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SISTER MARY LOURDETTE, R.S.M AT THE ONSET of the second semester, Sister Mary Lourdette assumed the principalship of l.C. Succeeding Sister Mary Adrian, Sister Lourdette quickly won the confidence and respect of the student body. Knoxville's Catholic High Schoolis loss is our gain in Sister Lourdette. Moderator of the Student Council, Sister is often found in the Monday afternoon sessions helping student leaders in their decisions. Soft spoken in manner but firm in convictions, Sister Lourdette can always be found behind the scenes organizing and directing. The faculty and students of l.'C. extend a hearty welcome to Sister Mary Lourdette. MRS. GERALD GARDNER GONE BUT NOT AFORGOTTEN, petite Mrs. Gardner has already left the ranks of l.C.'s faculty. However, during her stay of only five months, the Home Eco- nomic department shared her up-to-date concepts of the position of the department in the total curriculum. The self-evaluation she prepared for the Southern Assocation study provides guidelines for the improve- ment of the present structure that houses both the dietary and sewing areas. First semester sewing projects provided chic fashions for class members. World His- tory students found her knowledge of world affairs intriguing. Leaving us for the heart of Texas, we hope that Mrs. Gardner will always find a welcome spot at I.C.,s campus. REV. JAMES PUGH A NEW MEMBER of l.C.,s faculty is the Rev. Ja'mes Pugh. Offering expert guidance to Sophomores and Juniors, he conducts two classes in Religion. Finding his students most attentive, Father Pugh lectures on a variety of religious topics. ln the course of his busy day Father finds time to help students with their problems.'During his private counselling session, Father offers both expert advice and, most importantly, an attentive ear. Twice a week he hears confession and is available for individual conferences for two hours a week. Through his active work in the school, Father Pugh has truly given I.C. girls a large part of his time and energy. ,aww

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Accurate records enable Sister Lourdette to contact stu- dents at any time. gquso--'Q ., e 1 2 5, iii' , 1 K Inthequiet fh' t1d,Fh P h ' Religion IH diss. is s 1 y at er ug prepares for his I.C. Rolls Out Red Carpet for Newcomers FACULTY Mrs. Gardner assists Home Ec. I student Marlene Douglas with her first dress.

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SISTER MARY DEMETRIUS, R.S.M. FOUR YEARS absent from I.C., Sister Mary Demetrius again assumes a position on the faculty. Cataloging new books, assorting magazines and keeping silence in the library are only a few of the many tasks she must face as new librarian. As moderator of the Li- brary Club, she orientates students with the methods and use of library materials. The Dewey Decimal System no longer confuses Freshmen who have studied Library Science under Sister Mary Demetrius. To her Religion I students, she impresses the importance of Church history. Homeroom 17 students find in Sister Mary Demetrius a friend and confident during their first trying year of high school. MRS. RICARDO HEROS MHOLAN AND BONJOUR7, greeted Mrs. Ricardo Heros as she returned this year to her alma mater. Joining I.C.,s modern language department, Mrs. Heros lin- guistic talents shine in her Spanish I and French I classes. A former graduate of I.C., she moderates Homeroom 15. Freshman Religion students have come to know her through her teaching skills. Vfith I.C. only through January, Mrs. Heros left to await the arrival of her first child. For the short time she was here, Mrs. Heros' cheerful smile brightened up the day for I.C. faculty and students. SISTER MARY STEPHANIE, R.S.M. A FORMER I.C. TEACHER, Sister Mary Stephanie re- turns as principal of the grade school. Succeeding Sister Mary Conrad as principal, she has also taken over the direction of the high school Glee Club. This clubis annual Christmas Cantata is anxiously awaited by the student body. Coordinating the musical score for I.C.7s dramatic production of My Fair Lady, Sister Stephanie again exemplifies her varied talents. While devoting much of her time to the high school, Sister also has a full teaching schedule in the grade school. Sister Mary Stephanie typifies a sincere and dedicated educator.