Alverno High School - Troubadour Yearbook (Sierra Madre, CA)

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gi 23' Freshmen Experience A Traditio Induction, An Gfficial Reception October 29th, open- eyed and anxious, the freshmen looked forward to their acceptance into the student body. Not knowing what to expect, but hoping to avoid the pond, the timid freshmen and jeering from the crowd, they received an emblem from the school. Class officers somewhat soothed their nerves by welcoming them. Follow- ing the ceremony was a reception from the big I was terrified, our rivals , ready to throw us in the pond! said Marquita Harris. looked for a place where they could hide from the aggressive upperclass- men. The 109 new stu- dents looked to each other for reassurance and support. Soon after the grueling questioning sisters and gifts of carna- tions, and for some, a quick dip in the infamous pond. Heather Griffin said, Oh, gosh! I was so scared and embarrassed that I was in hystericsf' Q5 A Singing the Alma Mater for the first time are Anne Chavez and Iamie Chapman. jamie was enthusiastic throughout the whole ceremony. 18 Freshmen Induction with FRO IN TI-IE POND' AWaiting for induction to begin, Deanne Nobile, Kathy Andrea Radics sit patiently. Seniors presented their little sisters carnations. A Astounded at the question being asked, Iahnna Cali laughs as to answer correctly. Student body officers did their best to surp

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1 1 l eq 5 l f Y A new student, Regina Galvan steps up to the microphone and reads her petition. She is .1 member ofthe class that prepared the mass. Catch the spirit St. Francis Mass promotes students unity and participation Oct. 7th Dear Diary, Today we had a special mass at the end of the day in honor of St. Francis, the patron saint of Alverno. It tyles class organized it. A lot of us didn't understand why we weren't facing the beautiful mountains instead of the brown lockers by the chemistry room. And since it was at St. Francis is my favorite saint because of his love and respect for nature. was different from others we've had before. There was a guest celebrant, Fr. Foley. Little sisters sat with their big sisters. I heard one senior say this was because they wanted to spend more time with them. Chairs faced the lockers and one of Mr. Murphy's Christian Lifes- the end of the day some of us were restless and ready to go home. Many though, enjoyed it more because new faces were seen help- ing in the mass. My friends and l feel religion classes should share in the organization from now on. l'm looking forward to the next mass! 425 1 . 13135 wif ,,,,,,vQ r rr'r . .rrs i g ssi. X fi Qfifbfifgig , . ..,..,,,, .f 'alt , 1 I , 'gl . . ....,--.. asaffevi J . ' H f A Providing music for the celebration, are the Litrugy Group, headed by Mrs. Marcia Urbina. Singing and strumming the St. Francis prayer, the group leads the student body in song. .ff , . ,i . - r . 1 rt.. A Big sisters,Sandra Rodriguez and Haydee Alonzo, sit with their little sisters, Martha Munoz and Stella Nieto. This was an added touch to the special mass that was celebrated. Masses 17

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threats of in the pond do not scare Gina and Mary Dinniene. These girls remained collected. A Fear and embarrassment run through Heather Griffin's mind as julie Joyce attacks her with questions. The bottom line is, Did Heather study the school's history? A Remembering their own experience of freshmen induction, the crowd laughs with compassion. This ceremony leaves lasting memories in the hearts of students. Freshmen lnduction 19