Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory - Shamrock Yearbook (San Francisco, CA)

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Below: Ajah Herbert, Matt Chaney, David Douglas and Jenny Mok look at propaganda in front ofthe White House. This information was adifferent form ofeducation 5, af- ,fix Q' .MAD HUUSI' During the trip. I really enjoyed visiting all of the monuments. The Lincoln, Vietnam, and Korean Memorials were among my favorites. I found these historical monuments and memorials very inspiring and important to see while in D.C. Although the Weather wasn't Whatlwould have liked, I still found Williamsburg interesting. I enjoyed seeing this early part of American history, and learned about how the people lived and governed themselves in those early colonial times. -Tim Keefe '98 The trip itselfwas an experience to remember. The housing was expecially a highlight because We got to meet new people. I found the seminars and Workshops more stimulating than being in a classroom. Seeing the Iwo lima monument made me realize how much passion and dignity the soldiers czuried into fighting WWII. The changing colors ofthe leaves and the crisp air added to the beauty of Washington D.C. -Kimberly Young '98 , 1 ,.. . -Lnzn 1' ' .1 - 'Z ff. an up n ,. ii. ' . i 5 nw . iff x Age of Reason 29

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Gaining Knowledge and New Friends At midnight on a Sunday moming, 21 students along with Mr. Gallegos and Mr. Phillips boarded the plane for the first leg of their trip to Washington D.C. This year, Sacred Heart Cathedral students joined students from other states during their stay at the Sheraton National outside of Wash- ington D.C. On their first day, students quickly leamed how to take the Metro to different places. First they stopped at L'Enfant Plaza to see the Mall. The weather was cooler than San Francisco, and students witnessed the leaves changing color. The students rarely saw Mr. Gallegos and Mr. Phillips, who participated in their own teacher's program. Students were given daily schedules which began with wake- up calls at seven in the morning. They attended seminars with volunteer speakers on issues such as the media, the Peace Corps, and our nation's domestic issues. Students visited memorials through walk study trips and attended nightly workshops on political issues. During their visit to Capitol Hill, they took the opportunity to meet and talk with California House Representative Nancy Pelosi and Senator Diane Right: Junior Suna Akmese and Congress- woman Nancy Pelosi take a picture to- gether. The SHC group met with her for a few minutes at the House of Representa- tives. Feinstein. In the middle of the week, the group traveled to Williamsburg, Virginia, and spent one and a half days there. They learned about the daily life and issues of this traditional colonial town. On the last day of the Close-Up program, many of our students used their free time to visit the Smithsonians, Arlington Cemetery, or Pentagon City Shopping Centre. The day ended with a banquet and dance be- fore students left to catch a flight home early the next morning. Though students enjoyed their stay in D.C., many were relieved to return home and enjoy a meal without chicken. -Cynthia Chan '98 28 Close up 1 Above: The students from SHC stand outside the front ofthe White House at Lafayette Park. They were not able to visit the White House, but they got the chance to see it from a-far. Right: Juniors Julie O'Donnell and Meghan Duff visit the Lafayette Park. Students toured during their free day by visiting various sights in Washington. Above: Senior Jenny Mok takes a picture with Senator Diane Feinstein. The students spent twenty minutes talking with the senator about domestic issues. Right: Senior Allison Allbee visits the National Museum of Air and Space. Students spent their first day exploring their new surroundings.

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Below: During their trip to Tijuana, students stop to look at the border that separates the United States from Mexico. The Venaver experience brought students closer to reality. at - ,,.,,: fi! 'gfvi' .V 4-' M '!' Atl tttt , ' ittfefim I. ff- ' wr W1 H1 t I i 4- 4' Venaver was an experience that I will never forget. It was definitely eye-opening and I realized so many things that I used to overlook. The sacrifices were definitely worth it and this trip will have a lasting impact on me. -Danielle Haskin '98 Venaver gave me a chance to interact with the marginalized people of Tijuana while experiencing community, service, simplicity and faith. Along with gaining a lifetime experience, I was able to develop friendships with my classmates and faculty. -Reena Krishnan '98 30 Age of Reason pt :ii