Cathedral High School - Pantherpix Yearbook (Springfield, MA)

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Clubs develop, expand with increased student interest Greater participation and individual modification of club procedures were found in clubs this year. Sparked with interest in the practices and techniques of the professional photographer, members of the Photography Club became familiar with new photographic skills through the use of a five week slide-tape series supplied by Eastman Kodak Company. Eager for results, the Radio Club set out to accomplish many tasks. Strong support of underclassmen combined with leadership and experience of senior co-presidents l z enabled the group to rebuild their transmitter for better broadcasting, and attain a wider range of reception through use of anew, more powerful antenna. The Art Club redefined its purpose this year, and donned the title of Art Workshop. The new program acquired a less formal atmosphere, and allowed students to work when they wished. It also encouraged those interested to continue any creative ideas beyond the classroom. Improvement was the main objective of the Riding club this year. Due to the tremendous turnout of underclassmen meetings were devoted primarily to the development of riding skills and sportsmanship. Members were able to mix business with pleasure as they developed horsemanship through horseback riding.

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Clubs co-ordinate students activities Members of the Aeronautical Society added a new dimension to their study of aerodynamics by beginning construction of model rockets which were flown in the spring. Under the leadership of President Tom LaRoche, the society broadened its understanding of flight through field trips to Bradley Airport and actual experience in the air. Insight consisted of twenty students who attempted to bring personal meaning to current events through intensive research. Their main project entailed a study topic to be researched by members and presented to the group. Twelve interested students gave of themselves 5 by donating their time in the interests of six youngsters from the Child Study Home on Sherman Street. Every Thursday from three o clock to four o clock, the children were taught CCD at Cathedral. Each child was in the care of two Cathedral students. After the lessons, which were presented in a relaxed atmosphere, students and children spent some time together just being themselves. or

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1 Adjusting his lens, Mike Graziano prepares to take some close-ups. 2 Pages of negatives are scanned by Bob Eckleman. 3 Tom Lavallee shapes his ideas into clay. 4 Grace and elegance characterize Chris Bergeron’s riding style. 5 Dreams are sketched by Donna Duquette. 6 A run down transmitter gets special care from Dave Cote.