Astoria High School - Zephyrus Yearbook (Astoria, OR)

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1 ■ ::. ■ !|llfllff . ■ ninn ■ :: || . m mm : v ipF Mi ■ AHS ' ers find the library an indispens¬ able help in their academic studies. Good lighting, ample tables and bookshelves and the pleasing decor of the department make an ideal atmos¬ phere for good use of leisure time or doing research on a term paper. A broad general background in clas¬ sic and contemporary literature and a well-rounded knowledge of current affairs is the reward of those who make regular use of the reading room facilities. The reference room boasts a variety of factual material as well as a large collection of biographies. Whether he digs Gershwin or thrills to Bach, the music lover will find the listening room his special Shangri-la. Waxings of poems, plays, short stor¬ ies, and foreign languages are also included in the record collection. The library can truly be called one of the most entertaining and education¬ al spots at AHS. 9

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Trophies which shine serenely from their new glass case remind students and alumni alike of athletic victories. Gazing upon these memorials brings to mind thrilling past contests . . . the time two over¬ times were played before the Fishermen made a last second lay-in . . . when the star half¬ back broke through the line to run sixty yards for the winning touchdown . . . that afternoon when Astoria ' s golf prodigy shot an unpre¬ cedented three under par for the cup Educators realize the importance of a com¬ plete and effective physical training program. Through gym classes, intramural sports, and GAA activities, students attain fitness. A spacious gym and mezzanine, ample ath¬ letic equipment, and well-furnished sanitary locker rooms make an ideal setting for phy¬ sical education. 8

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p||p ■ On an equally important level with academic activities at AHS are the experiences students have in daily liv¬ ing with their fellow teenagers. The trip to school via bus, car, or trusty legs begins the day in contact with friends and acquaintances. Be¬ tween arrival and bell time each may chat with classmates in the halls or a favorite classroom about a puzzling assignment, the newest class project, or the latest gossip. After a period is brought to an end by the bell, friendly hi ' s are heard passing between chums cs they make their ways to that next class. Memories are made of shared school experiences . . . decorating for class dances . . . interminable waits in the lunch line . . . smelly chemistry ex¬ periments . . . rollicking times at class play practices ... the first day in the brand-new red brick buildings. These and many other experiences will be long remembered. lO