St Casimir High School - Casmirecho Yearbook (Detroit, MI)

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June, 1961 C A S M I R Cmemorieo IN RETROSPECT by Mary Bernal d6! Have you ever wondered what walls and rooms would say if they could talk? What numerous facts they could reveal about the people that occupied them? What 'cher-V ished secrets they could disclose? I have! Yes, I have often wondered about many places and many rooms. And as I look around, I wonder about the walls of St. Ca- simir. What could these school walls tell us? Many things! The laughter, the sadness. and the proud mo- ments of the years; the sacrifices, the emotions. and the tears of its occupants. Wisdom and ignorance; successes and failures -- EVERY- THING that combinedly makes a schooPs tradition! They could echo the excitment before the perfor- mance of 'programs, the thrill of each new dance, the rapid pulse before report card markings, the joy of accomplishment, the disap- pointment in failure, the tender ness of love between an under- standing teacher and a pupil, and the close bond of true frienship among classmates. The stillness of the tall, sleek rooms would re-echo the common pattern of daily school life. Each window would reflect the sunshine that lighted class after class. Doors that opened opportunity for many, would open our eyes to the secrets that were enclosed therein. Books and shelves would show us the knowledge that they contain. And the exits would mirror the somber disappearance of each graduating class. Yes, I wonder what facts the walls of St, Casimit would reveal about us - the Graduating Class of 1961. We stand at the exit... tQAh, wedll miss those halls of ivy That we learned to love so well? 1': T T E page 5 goreuer W V ???

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Page 4 CASMIRETTE June, 1961 GRADUATES CHOOSE COLLEGES More than half of the senior class plan to further their educa- tion, Out of twenty - six, nine- teen will pursue their studies in the subsequent scholastic year. Jeanette Cichostemski, and Walv- lace Szumny will attend University of Detroit. 1 xx Erlin Madrigal a7:d Joseph Sch1- melfening are yearnin to keep the radios and televisions playing at Radio Electronic-Television School. Leonard Coviak will take up Elec- tronics. Robert Polk will attend Lawrence InStitute of Technology and Robert Rogus, the Henry Ford Community College. Hope Bustamante, Marie Du Fore, and Jean Saeid plah to en- roll at Business School. h it Taking the I.B.M. Mary Bernal, Sharon Peters, Lupe Vasquez, and Eileen Cassar. Pat Sienkiewicz, Joan Kimsal, and Joan Simon will take a beam- tician,s course. Last but not least, Sharon Fel- ice: will attend Madonna College in preparation for l the sisterhood at the Felician Ordenx THE QUIET PLACE by Mary Chore 763 Beyond the abyss of earthliness, Beyond the sea of wordly pos-e sessions, Far past such turmoil and displeat-w sure, Far from the enticement of evil obesessions; Into a site of purest refreshment, Tranquil, and silent -- yet real, Into a place where all is serenity Slowly and silently I steal - With eyes cast down, To kneel, confined, And beg forgiveness for sin that is mine. To release the burden which weighs on my soul, To set free the strain on my mind; To share shy secrets with Him Who alone can console me, And to whisper intimate, humble prayers To my Master Divine! munion .V'Cand Charles Spiteri,. Eiiacted as sponsors to their fellow course ate 3? ' them into the Fold of Christ. CHURCH GAINS CONVERTS March 26, Palm Sunday, Wil- liam Gilbert, a'Sophomore, was baptized in our church. Four day later, on Holy Thursday, he received his First Holy Com- Marilyn Leszczynski classmates, xClassmate William has been a student at St. Casimifs since last year. You may remember him as the priest in iiMessage of the Cen- tury - last yearis play. As a matter of fact, acting that part was an important factor in his conversion. From Grade 8, we have Pa- tricia Perez and Angela Penick who were baptized with Patri- icia Sienkiewicz Ray Wozniak, John Cabrera, and Beatrice Ca- brera as baptismal sponsors, The student body rejoices over these events and takes this opportunity to congratulate the new converts and to welcome U of D HOSTS DETROIT SENIORS More than 100 Archdiocesan high schools participatea in -Senior Day, May 21, at the University of JDetroit. The meeting was held at the Me- morial building at 3 p m. selected graduates pledged loyalty to God and country in behalf of their classmates. Class presidents, dressed in cap and gown, formed an honor guard for His Excellency Archbishop XJohxt F Deatden. The Archbishop addressed the graduates. Benediction with a Bless- ed Sacrament commenced the af- C A S M I R E T T E Published bi-monthly by the students of St. Casimir High School Detroit, Michigan AWARDED St. Casimir High is proud of Fresh- man, James Guzin- ski, whose entry, Comparative Rates of Growing Crys- tals? merited a special award in the Nletropolitan J Detroit science fair James dz n5k'Besides being pre- sented with a plaque at a banquet sponsored by the Detroit News, he and other General Science winners of different schools were privileged to. tour the Chrysler Engineering Corporation as guests of honor. SENIOR TALENT BRINGS MANY Class i6l made its debut April 16th in The Red-Headed Step- child? an annual Senior Play. The Glee Club enriched the entire at- mosphere with its lilting melodies. Among the selections were: This Is My Country by Jacobs; Battle Hymn of the Republic by Steffe; Stouthearted Men by Romberg; Little David -- a spiritual; No Man Is An Island by XVhitney Kra- mer. Dancers entertained at inter- ludes. The results were gratifying be cause the players performed for an almost Qtfull house. .CABMELITES GIVE TALK Three Carmelite Sisters present- ed a brief talk to the highschdol, April 18, about the purpose of their Order, which is caring for the sick and aged. A short film followed, mong the aged in certain homes. showing their work a- Girls, known as Carmelettes, carry on volunteer work among the old people by writing letters, serving trays, and whatever else might need be done. pushing wheelchairs, The informative and interesting program was closed with a beckon- ing: iiVolunteers are always wel- come for this ever deserving cause.

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Pagc6 CASMIRETTE June, 1961 ACTIVITY CALENDAR - LAST QUARTER April 2 - llThe Miracle of Marcellino - courtesy of Sodality Depart- ment and St. Mary Gregory, moderator. Ap til 3 - U. of D Press Conference Mary Chore, Rosemary Kozielski, pCarol Grochoski represent the Casmirette staff; with their moderator, Sister M Sigmunda April 10-14 - Chemical Progress Week. Bob Rogus represents St. Casi- mir at the luncheon ssponsoted by the Detroit Activities Chapter M. C A Rev.Law1-ence Britt,S .J, President of U of D. is the principal speaker. April 16 -- Senior Annual Playrwrhe hed headecl Stepchild? April 26 - Ring Day celebration April 29 -- iil-iavaiian Serenade Bldg. May 7 e Procession in honor of Our Lady. Crowing by Sodality Pre- fect, Sharon Peters. May 9 - School Supervisor audits clesses. May 11 m Ascension Day.B1-other Matianus from Don Bosco Home speaks on need of vocations to care for homeless boys. May 12 -- Sodality Dance May 14 -- Marian Day at U. of D. Stadium May 17 -- Q'St. Lawrence seaWay,, .-- educational free film. May 21 -- Senior Day at U. of D iArchbishop Dearden, principal speaker. ' May 21-27 -- Michigan Week? Seniors tour State Capitol in Lansing. May 23-24 -- Quarterly Tests May 29 -- june 1 -- Final Tests June 5 e Bob-Lo Excursion : June 8 - Commencement program. Underclassmen entertain Senior Prom at Veterans Memorial 1 June 9 ... Honors Convocation Day ., June 11 - Graduation. SENIOR PRESS CONFERENCE How do you feel about leaving school? i . Questioning Public: Jeanette Cichostemski '-- We, the graduating class, hope to carry out into our lives all that we have learned at St. Casimir High and prove our- selves good citizens by serving God and our Country. Joan Simon -- Some of us will further our education by going to colleges; ' ' '1 others will hold clerical positions. Our graduation marks the begin- ning along the highway of life. Whatever we have learned we owe it to our good school, our teachers, and our dear parents. Erlin Madrigal -- This is the time a graduate realizes the importance of his school and the significance of SiSters teaching. Each one of us must search for a satisfying path of life and look for new friends who will show us the way. Eileen Cassar --- We are sad because from now on we will be on our own. Jean Saeid e A feeling of fright comes over us and we long for the security of a classroom. Wallace Szumny -- Graduation tests our maturity. The responsibility of proving ourselves equal to our task lies solely with us. Marie DuFore w- The doors of St. Casimir will close on us but the world does not owe us a living. We will have to stand on our own two feet. Carol Agius -- To depart from the spirit of a classroom has a timorizing effect. Julia Kimsal - I,ve been praying for the day when Pd graduate, Now that it is here, I don,t want to go. A BOUQUET 0F WISHES TO YOU In Victorian times, when the language of flowers was in vogue, a young man who sent a bouquet to his girl had to watch his step. A red rose or red tulip meant, I love youfl hut larkspur complained, uYou,1'e ficklef, and Chrysanthe- mums said, in effect, Letis just be friends? A charming custom that might be revived, this Rlanguage has an extensive vocabulary. Hetels one interpretation of familiar blooms: Orchid: You are beautiful. Purple hyacinth: Forgive me. Your Iris: much friendship means China aster: Pll consider your offer. Daffodil: My love is unrequited. Yellow rose: You are unfaithful. Pink carnation: Pll never forget you. Gardenia: Youlre lovely. Blue violet: Pll be true, always. Jonquil: Please return my af- faction. Dear Graduates, Speaking in the language of the 1 1flowers we offer this bouquet of good will and wishes to you. God love you! - Casmirette Staff TO OUR ALTAB BOYS Altar boys in white Serving with delight- Altar boys, in lace Thanking God for grace. At daybreak they depart To receive Jesus in their heart. Close to God they kneel Serving Him with zeal. Nearly surpliced, calm and sure At the altar, the boys are secure. This poem is dedicated to Joe Schimelfening, Al Spiteri, and Wal- lace Szummy -- the three gradua- ting altar boys who have served five, eight, and eleven years res- pectively.