Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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REFLECTIONS WE now have reached a milestone in the river of time, high school graduation. Up to this time, the course of the river has been channeled for us, flowing through the protective banks of Belmont High School. As we approach the turbulence of the open seas, let us pause to look back at the myriads of reflections playing on the surface of our river. Some of these images arc gay and rippling—football games in the crisp, sparkling air. Some are deep and quiet—the rows of capped and gowned seniors marching to the strains of “Pomp and Circumstance.” The water runs swiftly and the images arc fleeting. We have tried to capture some of them in the pages of this book, so that we may forever hold in our memories the reflections on our years at Belmont Senior High School. “Mirror, mirror on the wall,” Which year has been the best of all? Let’s go back to “fifty-eight” When to be sophomores was our fate. New-found freedom; life was gay, (Overlooking Sophomore Day.) Harder work for every one. High school wasn’t merely fun! The Lexington rally opened the year, And joyfully, dressed in red, wc cheered. The game was called because of rain, But postponement seemed a victory gain! Winter showed ability and ambition. Kevin and Paul brought our class recognition. Kevin tied for first in national track. And Paul became captain with his hoopster knack. Our first class meeting introduced Doctor B.’ To work with us in harmony. Electing officers for next fall Brought us Nancy, Arnie, Tex, and Paul. Passing finals, wc became Juniors for a year of fame. Junior Salute Hop was our first dance. Spirit and friendship it did enhance. PSAT’s the following week Proved some of us to be scholastically meek. One boy, however, did exceptionally well, As his 80 math score did tell. £ a s n }8 committee was formed in November, eir efforts gave us a new ring in December, so, th,s month Mood Indigo was presented, e viewed the streets of New York as we entered. December T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 . 8 v ion 12 20 If Is 617 1810 2

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BLUEPRINT BELMONT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL BELMONT, MASSACHUSETTS ADMINISTRATION FACULTY CLASSES SENIORS ACTIVITIES SPORTS ADVERTISEMENTS

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On March 12 a second chance arrived To do well on aptitudes—how many survived. Also in March, our dance in green Shamrock Shenanigans—a colorful scene. A few couples left early to do their best The next day on the National Merit test. Sayonara” as the climax of the year Brought many a smile and many a tear. Our new officers chosen were the best. The two Nancies, Spooks, and Tex. No more pencils, books, or teach” Found the Juniors at Wingarshcek Beach. What seemed impossible was now here-We had reached our senior year. Our first senior social was a dance, To Kickoff Kapers we did prance. Three semifinalists were later named To be our hopes for national merit fame. We realized with our first term grades That our marks we had to raise. On Borrowed Time”—a smashing success Showed the seniors at their best. Thanksgiving game caused many cold feet Later warmed by hot turkey meat. Fantasy in Frost” in the month of December Yielded joy to many a Belmontian member. Bells ushered in 1961 And our last lap of high school had begun. Our final set of midyears we attempted to pass To remain members of our esteemed class. Measuring for caps and gowns one day Proved graduation not far away. Passing midyears left more time for fun. But our college worries had barely begun. Before we knew it, Twas the month of May’ And the fifteenth was the decisive day. 16 $ Hi ‘Ui SUgSSSU The Prom began our senior whirl Ne’er forgot by boy or girl. Of food at the Banquet we ate our fill And found senior talent far from nil. C lass Day was a frollicking affair, f hen Booster’s Club gave us jackets to wear. The class beach party was a good combination Of sun, sand, water, and relaxation. Graduation night came at last And we bade a fond farewell to our class. It is now that we have reached our peak, But this too about 1961 is unique. Write 1961, then turn it around. It says 1961 upside down! We can’t judge what this means, although we’ve tried. It's up to each one of you to decide. JUNE s u r w r r a I 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 If 12 13 14 IS 16 17 f 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 3