Richburg Central School - Quill Yearbook (Richburg, NY)

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t WHAT R. C. S. MEANS TO ME Richburg Central School is one of many modern consolidated systems, which provide educational, social, and economic advantages to the present day youth. But what does it mean to me? It has given me an education foundation. Inter- woven with the regular instruction, other values are taught, such as: cooperation with others, sports- manship, working for work's sake, and self control. Thus, Richburg Central School, my alma mater, my friend, my teacher, has given me an oppor- tunity to rub elbows with fellow men and learn the business of living. JAY JOHNSTON Senior President s I 5 S E S

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19 3 8 19 3 8 THE QUILL SERVICE OF AN ALUMNUS The service an alumnus may render his community and school depends on three things: opportunity, desire or willingness, and common sense. Anyone exercising his right of citizenship by conversation and at the polls, . creates a wholesome sentiment and renders as great a service as those who are in office. Citizens should not be hasty in criticizing those officially responsible, but after careful investigation and consideration, should take the criticism in a friendly spirit to parties concerned, and it should be received in the same manner. A heart to heart talk would not only bring about a better understanding but also would produce help- ful results. HENRY L. MILLIS '02 1 ATHLETICS THEN AND NOW I The first record of organized school athletics in Richburg was in 1909, when a squad of track athletes competed in the first Alfred interscholastic meet. In the years following, a team managed to place third in this event. However in recent years; Basketball, organized in the years 191 I -1912. has become the major sport. Since then, a coach has been employed and Richburg has been among the leading contenders for the county championship. In 1928-1929, the team won the Class B title, playing in the finals at Rochester. Baseball and Soccer have recently become inter-school sports. Our team win- I ning the 1936-1937 soccer championship of Allegany and Steuben Counties. FLOYD SAUNDERS '12 R. C. S. RURAL ADVANTAGES I About 70% of Richburg Central School children live in rural sections. Many of these children have to walk only to the street to reach a comfortable bus. Today, the average rural student walks fewer miles and consumes little, if any, more time in reaching school than he did formerly. - Beginners are able to start their education a year or more earlier than they could without the centralized school. The educational, and social advantages for the rural student are invaluable, com- pared with the old system, and we all enjoy civic pride in an institution of greater value in every way than the village alone could provide. LYLE M. CANFIELD SCIENCE THEN AND NOW Reminisences of the days of the old Richburg Union School, particularly during the period of 191 1-1914 recall to mind numerous changes in the Science Department. Keeping in step with modern ideas and inventions, the department has steadily grown to many times its former size and is now equipped with adequate supplies to - cope with the present day needs. Elementary Science, as taught then, consisted of Zoology, Botany and Physiology, each a half year subject. Today these subjects are taught as one—General Science. In contrast to a few short years ago, Chemistry now touches our lives at nearly every point, industrially and scientifically. It teaches us how to make paper, rayons, preservatives for food, and how to produce the most gasoline from crude oil. The list is endless and steadily growing. a Physics, another of our sciences, is probably the broadest and most fundamental. Over the period of these few years there has been a veritable flood of new discoveries ■ such as radio, television, color photography and Talkies —all making for greater knowledge and better living. At present our Science Department is practical and modern, and the School Board takes pleasure in aiding its growth and development. Members of the Board of Education. HOWARD THOMSON '14 I 4

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19 3 8 THE QUILL 19 3 8 s E N O R S JAY JOHNSTON Major-Science; Senior Presi- dent; Art Club 3; Photogra- phy Club 4; Basketball I, 2, 3; Soccer I, 2, 3, 4; Orches- tra 1,2, 3, 4; Band I, 2, Senior Play; Cumulative Let- ter 2, 3; Photography Club President 4; Orchestra Sec- retary 4; Received Lester Athletic Award 3. We highly value the worth- while opinions, and quiet aid of this versatile worker. ONNALEE SAUNDERS Major-Business; Senior Vice President; Homemaking Club 4; Glee Club I, 2,' 3. 4; Dramatic Club I, 2, 3; Or- chestra I, 2, 3, 4; Band I, 2; Senior Play; Cumulative Let- ter 2; Junior-Senior Debate 2; Homemaking Club Treas- urer 4. Plans unfold under the capable hands of our Vice President. OFFICERS CLARA WYNICK Major-Business; Senior Sec- retary; Dramatic Club 3; Homemaking Club 1,2, 3, 4; Glee Club I, 2, 3, 4; Senior Play; Operetta, Gypsy Ro- ver; Cumulative Letter 2; Quill Staff; Homemaking Club Secretary 4. Her excellent scholarship contagious laugh, and unus- ual literary ability will surely bring her success. ARLENE FUNK Major-Latin; Senior Treas- urer; Homemaking Club I, 2, 3; Library Club 4; Arch- ery Club 4; Glee Club I, 2, 4; Orchestra 1,2, 3, 4; Band 2; Senior Play; Dramatic Club I, 2, 3; Orchestra Li- brarian 4; Library Club Vice President 4; Cumulative Let- ter 2, 3; Cheerleader 3. Petite and vivacious—at the touch of her hammer the bells ring out. SENIOR MOnO Today Decides Tomorrow SENIOR CLASS COLORS Red and White SENIOR CLASS FLOWER Red Rose I 6