Brockton High School - Brocktonia Yearbook (Brockton, MA)

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'f 19425. ,Oil-1.y' ,,, A- J 'wr '-3 .:,,.f pffz- rw ,Y .5 ,. .5. Q, ,' 1- :Q- ,, A M, ivi -wi ' .fi Your graduation is indeed significant as it is celebrated in the Bicentennial Year of the United States. As we approach july 4, 1976, we find that 200 years of de- mocracy have succeeded in America. The foundation of our school system was an inte ral art of earl Amer- 8 P Y ica with many significant happenings occurring in our own Bay State, among them: Harvard -- founded, 1636 Laws of 1642 and 1647 established precedent for compulsory schools The first public high school -- Boston, 1821 The first teacher training institution established through the efforts of Horace Mann, 1839. As the years have passed, the educational system has grown to accommodate and adjust to the needs of each successive generation. The concept that a democracy depends upon an educated citizenry is as important to- day as in 1776. You, Graduates of 1976, are to be congratulated for completing requirements for your diploma. It is hoped that through the guidance of your parents and teachers and your efforts over the past twelve years, that you have acquired a rich background of knowledge which will enable you to pursue the career of your choice. Continuation of the privilege of living in a democracy depends upon your imagination, initiative, independ- ence, individuality, and integrity. You are the new generation with the ideals and the fresh outlook to meet and seek solutions to problems of environment, government, health, technology, etc., unique to your generation. Your potentials are seem- ingly limitless. Aim for the stars! Set the highest of standards for yourself, do not compromise your princi- ples. Try, create, enjoy, work, compete, and persist -- your satisfactions and rewards will be great. To quote Henry David Thoreau, To him whose elastic and vigorous thought keeps pace with the sun, the day is perpetual morning, My wish to each of you is for continued success in your endeavors! -Off CMR M Congratulations to an outstanding class! From the day of your arrival at Brockton High School you have bome a special stamp, and you have added lustre to your record through quality performance. You will be known exclusively as the 76 class, historically unique. Your heritage is substantial and vibrant and becomes a special opportunity. As you move onto 1ife's highway, the spirit of our hope will travel with you. Through the inspiration of your presence in our midst and the excellence of your per- formance we pray that God will continue to guide you and shower you with blessings. MIM 'S

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PRINCIPAL Congratulations to the class l976. You should be proud of the special signifi- cance of your graduating year. Yours is the year of the Bicentennial celebra- tiong a celebration that reflects on our American heritage. You will be part of the beginning of a new era in the proud history of the United States. As you leave Brockton High School, re- flect upon your accomplishments, the happy days spent together with friends for the past four years. The education you have receive is se- cond to none. From it, you can build your future depending on the goals that each and every one of you has set for yourself. Good luck, best wishes and may you find happiness in all of your future endeavors. 0A,fFL.f-M Robert F. Reagan, Principal Brockton I-Iigh School .12 2 4 1854 zf' ' f 12 .15 . Q ft' .1 if e X41 'A'1?5i iv A L M2 1 'I H454 bf.-.4 Y :KU 53625 Mai 3252! z f

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Headmaster Red Building As the years pass by, graduation will have its own special meaning for each of you. At the moment it signifies the successful conclusion of twelve long years of effort and time spent in the pursuit of education. I commend you for your perseverance and congratulate you as members of the graduating Class of 1976. May you each be blessed with your fair share of hap- piness and success in a life that will be both happy and satisfying. Good luck to all of you. 7,-aa. AP. dl-1,3 , 3 I. V 4 , , ,A gl? . Headmaster Green Building GRADUATES: To be educated means that you have learned what to do with an idea that enters your mind. You know how to take it apart to see what it is made of, how to de- velop it into something useful and pleasurable, and how to bring the idea to life. When you do that, you are qualified to enjoy important adventures of the mind and the spirit. With best personal regards, I remain Very truly yours, i HQ' , , 'lb ' :ff K, 1