Bement High School - BIM Yearbook (Bement, IL)

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MR. WALTER SLATER Superintendent MRS. BETTY MILLER Office Secretary Mrs. Miller’s efficiency as secretary and her willingness to be generally helpful have won her the appreciation of everyone at Bement High. ADMINISTRATION It is a distinct honor to be asked to write a short column for the BIM of 1957. I have always been happy to see the growth that high school people have made in becoming seniors. It seems that they have learned to cooperate, think, work, overcome disappointments, and be ready to accept the responsibilities of being an adult. We regret to have them leave high school, but we are happy in their accomplishments in later life. It has always seemed to me that a good guide for people of any age might be these quotations: ‘•This above all; to thine own self be true . . . thou cans’t not then be false to any man.” - Shakespeare ‘‘Oh would some power the giftie gie us To see ourselves as others see us.” -Burns Life would be pleasant and success will come easier to those who have the right attitude and who do a little more than is expected of them. 9fcJ JbZ J-iM 8

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Sometimes the routine school day is interrupted by a little extra adventure such as this trip to Springfield by the social science classes to visit the capitol and Lincoln’s tomb and to attend a session of the legislature. rhe state music contestants performed over Station WTVP. It was an exciting experience. Even after dark, a light brightens the work or play of some group at BUS. Tonight the “kids” are enjoying a very lively party. Boy, what a day this has been! Here’s the bus again! This time it will take the track boys to a nearby meet. A DAY AT BHS 7

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PLANS WELL It is with a great sense of humility that I accept the request to write a message for the 1957 yearbook. In these days of overcrowded and understaffed schools, you may indeed feel fortunate that the people of this community have been so generous in providing educational opportunities. This is their way of offering a challenge to you. This is their way of saying, “I dare you to make use of your capabilities, to persevere in your efforts, to develop a purposefulness, to catch the spirit of the ‘‘Golden Rule and, in so doing, to build a richer life for yourself.’ Will you accept the challenge? To the class of 1957, we have enjoyed having you with us. Good luck and may the Almighty smile upon your various undertakings. MR DONALD WOODARD Assistant Superintendent BOARD OF EDUCATION Mr. Albert Harshbarger, Mr. Howard Lamb, Mr. Ralph Moery, Jr., Mr. Charles Tabaka, Mr. A. E. Bodman, President; Mr. Clarence Lefever, Secretary; Mr. Russell Rodgers. 9