Brother Rice High School - Quest Yearbook (Bloomfield Hills, MI)

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,iss During a free mod, Tom Clark selflessly takes time out in the library to tutor fresizitmn Terry Bayma in the lmsics of factoring En enciers Pricie Skimming a last article, illike Illcflill and Br. Duffy review the 1911411 text of ri Society newsletter before it goes to press. K Q .. 4 . ' . . . ., t i ts in Algebra l. Geizcrosity of this 1mi11re personifies the spirit. in which many Society memliers assist in the 111a11y school programs. in Scholastic Excellence Perhaps only an honorary title in past years, quali- fying for the National Honor Society now entails an active membership in a congregation playing an increasingly more important share in school affairs. Resurrected from its almost dormant state, the Society now participates in a spectrum of activities. Tutoring faltering students, or departing on weekly visits to inner- city schools to assist in the basics of English and Math, members derive an enormous feeling of satisfaction and achievement. ln the roles of high school veterans, chosen senior members speak to Freshman classes on the impor- tance of study for college acceptance. With the increased activation of such an organization, an effective and efficient media to inform the membership of developments has necessitated thc birth of a monthly newsletter published after cach regular meeting and mailed to every home. Guided by Br. Duffy, and under the leadership of Rick Ficorelli and Scott lVlacGuidvvin, the Society will thrive in hopes of even higher grades of excellence.

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At the Catholic League Championships at U of D, loe Monaghan reloads his camera hefore taking more action shots. Brother Rice Photography Staff: Doug Healey, Rohert Burns, Br. Mackey, inoalerator, Michael Gillis, Michael jackson anal ,loseph Monaghan. Eyes o Photographers Encompass Total Sphere of Stnalent Involvement Yearhook photographer, lim Monaghan reflls his supply of developer to finish printing a few final pictures. To many people the key value of any publication is the quality of its photographs. Through experienced photo- graphers, elaborate processing and darkroom equipment and moderating of Br. Mackey, the photography staff of Brother Rice was able to excel in the quantity and quality of its pictures. From athletic events to Mothers Club programs the busy schedule of the photographer forces him to sacrifice much time and devote it to the business of picture-taking and developing. Filling a darkroom gap formed by graduation, camera- men Robert Burns, Ioe Monaghan, Doug Healey, Mike Gillis and Mike Iackson caught hundreds of diverse and unusual yearbook shots, mingled them with countless other 'lpixn and colored the Quest with intriguing action from all phases of school activity. Their newspaper counterparts, Joe and lim Monaghan, took fascinating photos of every news- making event. An innovation this year was the addition of 11 pictorial page to the Chieftain oiled with shots of lively activities, projects, tournaments of athletic achievement. This vast improvement was realized through the unend- ing and devoted sacrifice of the staff. By rising at a pre- dawn hour to capture a unique shot, or working late at night to finish a hnal print for a deadline, the publication cameramen mastered their profession with excellence. 127

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Verbal Pronferr o f Practiced elaa orr Enrn ref Tournament Conqnertr Incorporating their highly developed skills of organ- izing and arguing with driving enthusiasm, the Debate Club battled through several tough contests to a successful tournament season. This year the team researched and debated the pros and cons of the establishment of a system of compulsory government service for all citizens. The diligent coaching of Br. Granitz primed the debators com- pletely on all aspects of the problem, offering additional insights where necessary. Through the countless hours of observing other de- bates, sifting through materials For pertinent quotes, and researching other various facets of the problem, the afhrm- ative team of lX'larl4 Christini and Bill Bergsma devised a well-detailed plan to cover all the angles of discrepancies. lXleanxvhilc the negative team drew up equally clever ways to defeat any proposals brought forth. The challenge of competition and the method of im- proving sell-expression lured many freshmen to the team. Learning the techniques from their older teammates, they secured a line of victories in .lunior Varsity leagues and novice tournaments. Witlr much of the team's strength in its younger members, the debators expect equal pro- hciency in upcoming seasons. .,msa- AQAQI5' junior Varsity debators Brian Russell ancl Roger Williams formulate their information and quotes to prepare a strong rebuttal. Aloove, Pointing ont one of the olavious flaws in the negative argument, Mark Clrristini offers his plan for national service. Below, DEBATE TEAM: front row: B. Russell, N. Arzleers, R. Williarrrs, G. Baror, M. Doyle. Second row: Rr. Granitz, coaclfz, B. Bergsma, M. Christini, P. O'Connell, M. Kamenac. 12.9