Bishop Feehan High School - Flashback Yearbook (Attleboro, MA)

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Living collage of oral interpretation cast. From Poe’s — second row: Katie Nones, Debbie Raymond; back “Raven” to Benet's “The Skater of Ghost Lake,” row: Darren Henault, Maria Castro, Barbara Hennes- interpretations were professionally rendered by sey, Kristen Lennon, Mr. Alan Ksen, Mark Jones, members of the class. Front row: Gayle Tormey; David Reynolds. Pleading Ken’s case, Mrs. Boyle and psychiatrist Dr. Travers (Meg Lynch) try to convince Judge Millhouse (Christine Paradis) that the patient should be allowed to make his own decisions. Jokester John (Timothy Jones) tries to cheer Ken. Even Dr. Scott can smile at the quip. Drama Competition 23

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Theatre Breeds Fierce Competitors Competition: there is no sensation so fearsome and exhilerating as this. Pulses quicken. Knees quiver. Eyes glitter with the thrill of putting out the best one has for all to see, no taking back. Glory and rejection, hope of winning and fear of losing draw the most, the best and the absolute ultimate from the competitor. This year the Feehan Theatre Compa- ny did some competing, fierce compet- ing. The Massachusetts High School Drama Competition was thick wi th it. Friendly as the handshakes were, no one questioned whether there would be any- thing held back. There wasn't. Then our turn came. Whose Life Is It Anyway? presented the moral dilemma of a terminally ill, totally disabled young sculptor to demand that life support sys- tems be cut off so he could die with digni- ty. Doctors and nurses sympathized but disagreed with him. Despite the anguished conflict of training and con- science, he wins his case. A different but no less real kind of anguish ensued for the cast as the long hours of judgment began. They seemed to be suspended in utter anticipation. When the announcement came, there was mixed reaction. Feehan had been chosen as alternate for the semi-finals. Some felt that the judging was unfair. No one, however, could argue against the all-star cast awards of the lead, Shaun Sullivan, and Christine Paradis, Peter Col- lin, and Jennifer Reed. Next year the FTC will be back to better its record. Under the steady direction of Mr. Ksen, who can doubt that it will? Social worker, Mrs. Boyle (Gayle Tormey), tries to comfort Sister Anderson (Barbara Hennessey) about Ken Harrison's plight. Always dreaming of being attended by three pretty girls, Ken Harrison (Shaun Sullivan) exchanges repartee with Dr. Scott (Jennifer Reed), Sister Anderson and Nurse Kay Sadler (Tina Perry). Defense lawyer Kershaw (Robert Petit) cross- examines the hospital witness, Dr. Emerson (Sarah Lensch). 22 Drama Competition

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Welcome to Dinner At the Ritz Café(teria) As the cafeteria doors are opened the sounds of many students’ voices flood the outside hallway. What’s going on here? This isn’t lunchtime, it is 6:00 at night. Why in the world would so many students want to come to school for dinner? The Sports Award Banquet — that’s why! The cafeteria has been transformed into a banquet hall for this annual event honoring all Shamrock athletes. Stu- dents, no longer in uniform but casually dressed, line the long tables waiting for the grand entrance of the senior athletes. A thunderous round of applause greets the seniors as they take their reserved places at the head table. Silence quickly takes over, however, as Father George Bellenoit begins the invocation. His prayer Proud Pinsonneault family of Mother, Dad, his sis- ters, Lynne and Laurie surround Brian who has just received the coveted Gary Flynn trophy, given annually for generous spirit and performance as an athlete. Cheerleading letter is presented to junior Sheri MacKee from moderator, Mrs. Jean Bensson. 24 Sports Award is not only one of thanksgiving for the meal which has been prepared but also for the wonderful people who have gathered together to share it. Let the feast begin! The smiling student waitresses carry trays weighed down with delicious chicken pies, mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce to the ravenous athletes eager to sink their teeth into these rare delicacies. Savoring every mouthful, they relax and enjoy the time they have with their friends to catch up on the latest news. The meal is perfectly topped off with the most exquisite of all desserts — hoodsies! After dinner, the coaches of all the teams present certificates of participation to the hard working athletes. Although ev- ery student does not receive individual recognition, he or she does realize the satisfaction of being part of a team. He or she knows what it’s like to put forth the best effort and show solid deter- mination for the team’s success. Throughout the year, the athletes have learned that the surest road to victory is most definitely through teamwork. Dedication to the band pays off for Michelle Gaudreau as she accepts the outstanding service award from director, Mr. Joseph Taylor.