Cathedral Griffin High School - Yearbook (Springfield, IL)

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5 Father Raymond Field, C.S.V. Father Ray Field came to Cathedral Boys High School in 1954. He would teach various subjects over his 14 years at the two schools, but he is most prob- ablv remembered by most grads as Dean of Discipline. He was first asked to take this office in 1958 and he served out that schoolyear. ln 1962 he was again asked to become Dean and this time held that unenviablejobfor the next six years. Father Fields roar sometimes echoed down the halls ofboth schools, but most realized that his roar was worse than his bite. Fairness was second nature to Father Field and each decision was agonized over with the beneht ofthe doubt often given to the culprit. He was trulv concerned about the welfare of the individual and this came through in his dealings with the students. Father Field is one Dean of Discipline remembered with respect and affection by those who were his charges. When he left Griffin, Father entered the parish ministry. He is currentlv completing a well earned sabbati- cal year at Berkeley in California. twlaf ' Fr. Patj. Durkin Fr. Casimir S. Paul Fr. Marion B. Schuetz Bro. Wm. Dunlap Bro. james P. Farrelly Miss Marie Fmend A new principal, Father Joseph Canella, greeted the students who returned to school in September. Father Raymond Field became the new Dean of Discipline, a post that he would hold for seven years. The Viatorian staff now numbered 19, the largest faculty to date. New arrivals included Fathers Patrick Durkin, Casimir Paul. Marion Schuetz, Brother William Dunlap and Brother James Farrelly. Miss Marie Fruend alsojoined the staff and would remain for many years. Mr. Robert Astroth also arrived to help with the athletic program Ou' WM the Old' ' ' and became Athletic Director. in with the new.

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IGEY Charter Members. Though everyone knew that the days of the Cathedral School were numbered and perhaps be- cause of this, renewed efforts were made by all to make the most of the time remaining. One new club made its appearance under the di- rection of Father Leahy who re- turned this year. The Key Club remains a force in the life of stu- dents to this day, due in no small part to Father Leahy's twenty- seven years of guidance. The , X... - rt 1- fl N football team won 7, tied l and lost l and captured the City Championship once again. The basketball team won I8 and lost 10. On the academic scene, 14 se- niors qualified for National Merit Scholarships, a tribute to the level of academic excellence in the school. One hundred and fourteen seniors graduated in 1958 includ- ing the current principal of the school, Father Robert Erickson. Ten ofthefourteen who qualwedfor the National Merit Scholarships. i ? 7 V f .Lf Vzlif fim its, f V . V ' 6:5 5 1 T ' A '56 Soph Robert Erickson I shall return

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Brother Wilken who had left the school at the end of the pre- vious year passed away in August, news that saddened his Spring- field friends. The new school continued to rise and with 530 now enrolled at Cathedral, the need for more space was becoming even clearer. A full time counselor was added to the staff that year and experi- mental methods were introduced inthe religion and foreign lan- guage departments. The 25th Graduating Class Cheerleaders: Standing, l. to R.: Barb Nudo, Marilyn O'Hara, Pal Cummins. Kneeling, L. zo R.: Sharon Trayner, Jenny Kassube, Shirley Crouch. Bro. Raymond Wilken The needfor more space was apparent. l Snake Dances were popular happenings at pep rallies. jb-