Saint Ursula Academy - Scroll Yearbook (Toledo, OH)

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Reflection, Renewal, and Resolution Father Leo Regan O.P. conducts annual retreatp stresses mental prayer Assistance at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass was one of the privileges experienced during retreat. i Father Leo Regan begins his discussion of the ioyful myster- ies ofthe Rosary at the annual retreat in January. Father stressed reciting the Rosary as a perfect way to meditate. Dorothy Craver, Nanette Barbee, and Tana Boston found retreat an ideal chance to ask questions which had been troubling them for some time. Father Leo Regan O.P. gave many hours to private conferences and offered advice during informal' chats before and after school. , J' Janet Toth takes time out to reflect and to do some spiritual bookkeeping. I of

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A, Extracurriculars Demand Dedication Man must live in harmony with his neighbor for life itself requires iustice in activity At 2:50 p.m., the ear-shattering clang of the bell signals the end of another day's classes at St. Ursula Academy. Rushing feet and iostling shoulders find their ways to lockers, as buses wait for the homeward-bound students. For some girls, however, the day extends into late after- noon, the bell merely heralding the beginning of another series of activities. Assembly practice, dance decorating, or myriad club meetings keep students active after class. The Student Council serves as the co-ordinating factor behind the religious, socio-cultural, and athletic organizations. These extra-curriculars cultivate and nurture the diversified interests of students, allowing them to determine their aptitudes and .. -F , , X li-, L - Y , - X f-if -, f, fe Lv-ni., .i.,,-., ..e .J . ...NZ .N -,.v , V t --i il M V , P- it . - , v - W I extend their abilities, thus preparing for their places in the world. The young women of today need at well-rounded educa- tion, consisting not only of academic knowledge but also that knowledge best gained through experience in a variety of fields. We believe' that the Ursuline system of extracurricu- lars contributes to this overall development, learning can be fun. One can gain practical knowledge while still having a good time, and it is through this system of give-and-take that man lives in harmony with his neighbor, combining iustice with activity. TTT

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l V 4 ' .,i ,. i ' .gl . .. il by ElaineRoberts and her three attendants, Nancy Wieck, Janis Humphrey, and Mary Helen O'ConneIl, were chosen by the seniors to lead the May procession. Elaine will have the honor of crowning the Blessed Virgin as Queen of May in the annual spring ceremony at which the entire school assists. This year will be the first time that the new Italian marble statue of Our Lady donated by the classes of i962 and 1963 will be used. The entire student body and faculty, awaiting the coronation of the Vir- gin Mary, sing hymns of praise and devotion at the annual May crowning. For the coronation a senior girl and her two attendants are elected by their fellow classmates, and the cross bearer leads the procession around the campus to the grotto, singing the Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Achievement awards are presented later that day at the Honors Assembly. ic i.. il :ii , Seniors Lead Procession o Honor Gur Lady As Queen of May