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

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assumes a large part. MRS. BEULAH TOWNE Mrs. Towne graduated cum laude from Middle- bury College, where she received both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Mrs. Towne, who has taught in New York, teaches chemistry at Classical. Out- side of school she devotes most of her time to her three daughters. MR. FRANCIS M. LAMOUREUX Mr. Lamoureux, who teaches chemistry here at Classical, is a graduate of American International College, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and Brown University. He is also busy every year with the distribution of lockers and keys. Outside of school, Mr. Lamoureux enjoys archery and chamber music. ae E34 TURBOSET EMGINE MR. H. HOWARD LYNCH The chairman of our science department, Mr. Lynch, is an alumnus of Harvard College, Harvard Graduate School of Education, Boston University, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. In his spare moments in school, he assists the Student Treasury and Carousel. When Mr. Lynch finds leisure, he attends concerts and goes on camping trips. MR. STANLEY MULAK Mr. Mulak, who is a physics teacher at Classical, has taught a variety of subjects in former years, including algebra and chemistry. He attended Amer- ican International College, received a master’s de- gree from Yale University, and received the equiva- lent of another master’s degree from Springfield College. Outside of school, Mr. Mulak is active in many civic affairs. At present, he is chairman of the school board in Somers, Connecticut. He also enjoys hunting, fishing, woodworking, and painting. Mr. Mulak and Lynn Hennessey go over an experime: oo

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im which science MR. HENRY BENJAMIN Mr. Benjamin, a newcomer to our biology de- partment, is a graduate of Classical High School and American International College. Besides teach- ing biology and general mathematics, he helps with the audio-visual aids and the locker keys. Although Mr. Benjamin devotes much time to teaching at American International College, he finds time to enjoy classical music and painting. MR. JAMES O’DONNELL Mr. O’Donnell, who has attended Holy Cross Col- lege, University of Massachusetts, Syracuse Univer- sity, and Cornell University, this year teaches a special course in B.S.C.S. Blue Version Biology. Besides advising the Biology Club, he is active in professional organizations. For relaxation, he en- joys reading, traveling, and gardening. MISS LOIS CURTIS Miss Curtis, who returned this year to the Classi- cal teaching staff, is a graduate of Mount Holyoke College, University of New Hampshire, University of Maine, and Boston University. Here at Classical, besides teaching biology, her other main duty is advising the freshman class. When she has leisure, Miss Curtis enjoys crafts, especially metal working, and cooking. MISS EILEEN FITZGERALD A teacher of biology and physiology, Miss Fitz- gerald is a graduate of Connecticut College and Mount Holyoke College. She is a faculty representa- tive to the P.T.S.A. at Classical, and keeps our school plant room blooming even during our cold New England winters. 22

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Mathematics 1s part | MR. ARMEN JERMAKIAN Mrs. Jermakian, a graduate of Rensselaer, University of Michigan, University of Mas- sachusetts, and University of the State of New York, teaches geometry and advanced algebra. Outside of his classes he assumes the duties of junior class adviser, golf coach, bowling coach, Benevolent and Protective Association representative, and director of the Teachers’ Credit Union. In his spare time, he likes golf, bowling, and music. MRS. JULIA BALE Mrs. Bale, a graduate of Hunter College and Columbia University, was busy this past summer studying modern math at the Math Institute of the University of Maine. When time permits, Mrs. Bale enjoys gardening and hiking. MRS. JULIA BEVERLEY Mrs. Beverley, who teaches geometry and algebra, is a graduate of Wellesley College and Columbia University. At Classical she is an adviser to the freshmen class, the adviser to the Red Cross, and a mem- ber of the assembly committee. When she can find any spare time, she enjoys traveling, reading, and classical music. 24 MR. GEORGE ANDREWES Mr. George Andrewes, the chairman of our mathematics department, has attended Yale and the University of Massa- chusetts and several colleges in England. Mr. Andrewes is an assistant treasurer of the Student Treasury, the adviser to our school’s “Mathletes” and, is also, the chairman of the Benevolent and Protective Society, which is comprised of the whole Classical staff. For recreation, he enjoys hiking, mountain climbing, skiing, and traveling.