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

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Catch That Spirit The Classical Spirit roamed the halls once again this year. Often, it would come upon an unwary student, causing him lo see a red haze at the thought of Panther ‘Purple. : The Spirit wasn ‘t just on the football field either. Fon ie oF assembly hall, to the classroom, always it was pre- — sent. At the famous, or rather, infamous pep rallies, the ultimate in Spirit was reached, and it was not unusual to see students heading enthusiastically lor class fol owing one of these assemblies. | oe eo The Spirit | was also eifacted in the eden! dress oe “Bulldog sweaters, blue and white apparel, and pom- poms and hats as accessories, were seen adorning many ‘assicalites. These various clothing items never failed — to revive the flagging temperament of anyone who at tended Classical. . Although many questions have been Y the past year as to the future of our school, the th a pees | to find another ie to haunt clic not tdi ic : 6 Student Life

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Reviaization 8 — te Springfield is entering an era of rejuvenation and prosperity. By building its muscle, Springfield is ready to compete with any city that dares to test its strength: 7 Behind a dedicated major anda strong business : community is our city, which is building for the -. future. Springfield is taking on a new look, one ‘that is fresh and vibrant. As one drives north on Main St., one sees dreams becoming reality. Where decrepit build- ings and vacant lots previously stood, modern of- fice complexes now rise like the Phoenix. New are: One Financial Plaza, Centre Square and the Fed- “eral. Building. Also, buildings like the old Milton Bradley plant have been rebuilt into apartments thers like “the Market Place’’ have been modeled. for business use. With the resurrection f Mattoon Street, Symphony Hall, the Paramount Theatre and ‘the Quadrangle, culture is once again flourishing i in Springfield. — The idea of restoring Springfield was first con- ceived over twenty years ago. With the completion ; Baystate West, Springfield seemed to be on its way to becoming a thriving community. Unfortu- y, the idea was kicked under the rug after the ‘completion ‘of the Valley Bank Tower. - The flame lay dormant for more than a decade, | “but was rekindled in 1978 when Theodore Di- ‘mauro was electéd major of Springfield. Since : hen, developments | have occured daily in our city’s drive for prominence. Springfield has been recognized: as a model city by the federal govern- ment. es The future’ is Be optimistic for Springfield's v high school students. Graduates will now have ‘more. opportunities to get good jobs in their home- town without having to leave their family and on friends” in search of their pot of gold. We now see that each one of us can have a . future here in Springfield. But we will have to put in the effort that it takes to make a community | prosperous. 1. Center Square is on its way. 2. One Financial Plaza will definitely make its mark on Springfield’s skyline. 3. Another sign of Springfield’s new be- ginning. 4. Aside view of One Financial Plaza portrays its rapid construction. 8 Feature