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

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COLLEGE: IS Today, with prices spiraling out of control at a dizzying rate, the dream of a good, inexpensive college education is fading. Most of today’s youth are shocked and be- wildered by problems that confront them in their goal of receiving a higher education. Because many campuses have complained of problems in keeping up with a harrying infla- tion rate, they have retaliated by raising the cost of tuition and housing. This situation had placed many students into the binding position of finding sufficient outside funds for all of the college expenses. Although a notable amount of students have the benefit of scholarships, this answer is not always enough to cover a substantial amount of the cost. Many others depend on loans provided by local banks, but high interest makes repay- ment on those loans difficult. The govern- ment grant is another possibility, although a major setback has been the budget cutting performed by President Reagan. In an effort to ease taxation, the President has de- creased the amount of funding for social programs, which unfortunately included government sponsored loans and grants. A part-time job, which is often necessary for a student, is becoming difficult to find, and is time consuming when one could be study- ing. Also, the money made is rarely enough to cover the total expenses of college life. There are quite a few options available to “Uncle Sam wants you.” This can be very relieve the tremendous pressures and prob- enticing with today’s economic outlook. lems that a college educated presents. The most widely used alternative is a community college. These government funded schools furnish an adequate education at a substan- tially lower price. Entering the armed ser- vices is another attractive alternative to many students. The armed service saves a certain amount of money, which will be used for an approved college or technical school by the applicant. The future doesn’t look very bright for perspective college students with the eco- nomic outlook becoming bleaker and with no relief in sight. The answers are slow in com- ing, but today’s youth will, and must, find a way to cope. Financial aid and loans help in the pay- ment of a college education. 10 Feature

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McDonalds Ly mryey - i Bir FOLLTE FIO Top right: Make sure you don't lose your balance on that cycle Kevin! Above: Two Classical students seem to be waiting for the bus pa- tiently. Bottom left: Michelle La- montagne intently studies for her Driver's License Test. Top left: Are you gawking at your dreamgirl Jimmy ? Above: Heading down to McD’s are two Classical students, trying to satisfy “the grumblies.” Above: Paul Barden seems to be having a good time down at Travis Auto School. Student Life

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Per O@ SIBLE 2 Christine Enderle, at her parttime job, hopes it will provide her with helpful funds for college. Chris Lewis, one of thousands of college prep seniors, looks to the future with hope. t sategy Ui 4 vit rae The community college is one answer to many financial problems. When it comes to college education mon- ey Sergeant Aponte, an Army recruiter, P holds the key for many. Ls a Feature Il