Classical High School - Blue and White Yearbook (Springfield, MA)

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FOREWORD In presenting the theme for the 1950 Yearbook, the staff of the Blue and White has tried to follow the Classical Period in history and literature. The Graeco-Roman civilization was characterized by a perpetual search for Truth and Beauty. The Classical epoch in civilization left the world a heritage rich in knowledge and tradition. During our three short years at Classical High School we have attempted to place a finer set of values upon the principles with which we hope to conduct our future lives. Throughout the 1950 Blue and White are allusions to Classical mythology as well as illustrations of Greek and Roman culture suggestive of patterns of activity here at Classical High School. Mt. Olympus was the dwelling place of the gods and goddesses who ruled mortal destinies in literature, music, art, drama, and sports. Classical High School has been our Mt. Olympus. As the Greeks listened to a reading from Homer, so we students have listened to our teachers as they expounded the Pythagorean theorem or the power of steam or as they impressed upon us that our major task would be an attempt to hold the world together. Like Mercury, our school publications the Recorder and Blue and White, have borne our messages. Our club activity has been for many of us as varied as a richly ornamented vase. Our girl athletes have enjoyed more success than Atalanta in her race with Hippomenes. The boys in 1950 are still as enthusiastic over tournaments as the classic torch bearers. ’ Some of ‘‘the glory that was Greece and the grandeur that was Rome’ has been our heritage here at Classical High School. rs

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oe Classical High School ye 1950 Springfield Massachusetts

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DEDIGASEION The wealth of knowledge and experience that we have gained are due to the untiring efforts of our teachers. Our future careers in life and our roles as American citizens will be the results of their patient and sincere indoctrination. In gratitude we dedicate the Blue and White of 1950 to the faculty of Classical High School.