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

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New Views Teachers come and teachers go, each having his own views of the school he taught at. The same holds true for the new teachers at Classical, Mrs. Henry and Mrs. Hoffman. Mrs. Hoffman, a former junior high teacher, commented that ‘“‘Classical students are more mature than most.’’ She also believed that Classical had a very organized structure and curriculum. In the future, Mrs. Hoffman hopes that Classical will keep its high standards. Another new teacher, Mrs. Henry, had different views of Classical. She felt that most students were “‘basically the same.’’ All the students she met were very friendly. Both teachers enjoyed teaching at Classical. They felt the school was great. They hoped their future here would be both enjoyable and rewarding. Mrs. Hoffman, a new teacher at Classical. New students also are present at Classical. Mr. Clark Aleem - Social Mr. Richard Annino - Math Mrs. Maryann Baadj - Language Mrs. Julia Bale - Math SSM Whar 4. Tee CY om » not meVQODLINE Mr. Francis Baron - Science Mr. Arthur Barnes - English STAFF

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18 STAFF Many of C lassical’s present teachers have had the advantage of viewing Classical from two sides, as students and as educators here. These teachers were asked if Classical students had changed since their school days, and if so, how had they changed. Everyone, including Mr. Craig Dinnie and Miss Ann McCarthy, had different views on the actual changes, but all agreed that Classical had definitely changed. Most agreed that students have changed. Many said that their appearances are greatly different. Presently students are dressing up neatly and stylishly for school. In the words of one faculty member, “‘Students are much better groomed than they’ve been in a long time. ”’ The attitude of students toward school has also changed. For the most part, students want to come to school and do well in school. This is a positive change from a few years ago when students were rolling into class intoxi- cated and not caring what was going on. Students nowadays are also burdened with a heavier course load. Years ago courses focused basically on English, Science, Math, Latin, and French. Now students have broader fields to choose from. There are a great number of courses ranging from Spanish to psychology. Probably the greatest change cited in Classical students is the large numbers in general courses. These are hard working students, intent on getting a good education but do not plan on attending college. In the past there were Mr. Russell Peterson - Principal Mr. Neil Yesu - Assistant Principal Times Have Changed Classical, is it changing? very few of these students. For the most part, Classical was Strictly a college preparatory school. With the in- creased number of general students, some teachers predict a move toward comprehensive high school education in Classical’s future. Classical’s students have definitely changed, and as one teacher put it, “‘They’ll keep on changing for as long as time goes on.’’ Attitudes change along with fads and styles, but for the most part the future looks promising for Classical students. Mr. Philip Hart - Assistant Principal

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Mr. Harold Beaupre - Social Mrs. Kathleen Briotta - English Anyone who believes that correcting papers and planning lessons occupies the total spare time of teachers hasn’t met the teachers of Classical High School. Classical is lucky to have many great musicians, athletes, carpenters, and travelers among its faculty. Putting together a faculty orchestra would be no trouble at all. The group could include Mr. John Christie, Classical’s band director and avid musician, Mr. Craig Dinnie, drummer, Mrs. Kathleen Briotta, violinist, and Miss Ann McCarthy, pianist. Maybe in the future, students can look forward to hearing such an orchestra of talented musicians. Also amid the faculty, Classical has a good number of sportsmen and athletes. One sportsman, Mr. Edward Lundrigan, enjoys his free time deep-sea fishing. He hopes some day to catch a big one. Many other teachers, such as Mr. Clark Aleem and Miss Ann McCarthy enjoy a good game of tennis or racket ball to liven up their day. In the winter, many teachers including Mr. Pervonga, Mr. Lamereaux, Miss A. McCarthy, and Mr. Macomber like to feel the cool breeze blowing in their faces while skiing down a snowy slope. What better way to occupy a spare winter afternoon! | Mr. Paul Robbins, director of the Classical choirs and Madrigal, expressed an interest in woodworking. He enjoys hammering out his own fine creations in his spare time. In the future, when a substitute is needed for woodshop, why not call on Mr. Robbins. Another interesting spare time activity is that of Mr. Francis Girr. He is a frequent visitor to area museums. Mr. 20 STAFF Mrs. Jean Bogan - English Mrs. Sandra Camp - Art Mr. John Christie - Music Girr enjoys such courses as Japanese Block Art, and sculpturing. He shares this activity with many students in his Culture Vultures club. Many teachers also enjoy traveling. One such teacher, Mr. Pervonga takes frequent trips to Greece. Other teachers also enjoy an occasional trip to picturesque Europe and other parts of the world, In a few years they may be taking space shuttles to the moon. Most of Classical’s faculty had some very exciting and unusual spare time activities. Perhaps the most unusual, however, was that of Mr. Sawyer. His answer to what he does in his spare time was simply, ‘‘l’ll never tell!’ and, who knows what that could mean.