East Hampton High School - Oracle Yearbook (East Hampton, CT)

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PROBLEMS OF DEMOCRACY Mr. DeFrancisco SHORTHAND I Miss Courniotes East Hampton High School maintains a nice balance between the classical and practical aims of modern education. The three major courses -- Commercial, Industrial Arts, and College Preparatory share the same objectives, yet each fulfills the special needs of its students. An unusual feature of our school has been the addition of Correspondence Study. Under this program a student may select any subject that he chooses. This affords an opportunity to follow special interests. In all courses, administration, faculty, and students cooperate to give the best possible training to all the young people of East Hampton.

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1122731 3'-Q ', ' it fy .1-PM-5? r, 4 5-5-'J Now having acquired the distinctive rank of Juniors and being well over the hurdles of our initiation, we stepped proudly into the limelight to achieve our fame. On opening night, Club '51 demonstrated its versatility in ' 'The Junior Talent Show a grand performance which commanded the attention of each spectator. President Richard Lundell, Vice-President Rodney Wilkes, Secretary Ann Amenta, and Treasurer Evelyn Bell, Mr. Nicholas Battit, and Mr. Edward J. Bear. In memory of Elaine Kay, our classmate and friend, Mr. Sz Mrs. Max Kay donated the Elaine Kay Memorial Library which was dedicated at East Hampton High School on Oct- ober 24, l949. This invaluable selection of classical books will forever remain as a living testimony to Elaine's role in the life of om' school. The ballroom this year formed an attractive setting for our coming out party , the Junior Prom . With cupid' s captivating charm as the background, the orchestra's soft music and the graceful dancers produced a picturesque evening, an occasion ever to be, remembered. Behind the scenes, finds us vigorous partners of The Student Association, undertaking another task of importance in tribute to our school. The result was the publication of The Student Handbook , which defines all rules and regulations and is now the constant compan- ion of each student. Having struggled valiantly through the battle of final exams, we terminated our third stage appearance with the annual class picnic. Shedding our winter garb for bathing suits we journeyed to Ocean Beach to lounge lazily in the sun and dream of Senior Days. As the key turned, closing the door for the summer, we planned, with anticipation, our major roll at E. H. H. S. A reality at last -- the peak of our high school career was attained and we were honor- ed with the dignified title of Seniors. Hailed as superiors, we were faced with the many responsibilities of an industrious class, but with script in hand, we began on a new network to fulfill our obligations. Again taking the lead in this final year was President Richard Lundell with the assist- ance of Thomas Hitchcock as Vice-President, Leonida Feleppa as Secretary and Zane Roberts as Treasurer. Under the competent management of Mr. A. Ferrigno, Mrs. H. Krotky, Mrs. M. Dwyer and Mr. L. Fortin, we sought to achieve our goal -- the Washington trip. As a start for the numerous activities we began the program with the Senior Card Party. The highlight of the evening was the raffling of a TV set. Everyone listened anxious ly for the winner to be announced. Having broadcast this affair far and wide, the class treasury profited greatly. In the midst of all our undertakings, we took a brief pause to celebrate the annual Senior dinner at the Marlborough Inn. With the Christmas spirit prevaling, we came back to E.H.H.S. where we all enjoyed singing carols and dancing. On our shoulders fell no challenge too great, with a lively spirit we resolved to main- tain our almost flawless record. Next on the agenda was the Country Store. The public interest revealed with much . enthusiasm that our efforts were not in vain. As spring edged its way around the corner, the big moment came, we were off to the nation's capital, Washington, D.C., the purpose of our untiring and faithful efforts. Another privilege came to us, a visit to the United Nations at Lake Success in New York. To watch history being made was a thrilling experience. The year drew to a close. June broughtwith it the beautiful and unforgettable Senior Ball . Ladened with many fond memories of our four years of high school, came class night when each bid farewell to E.H .H .S. With a touch of sadness mingled with happiness, we received our diplomas at gradua- tion. As we were about to be ushered upon a new phase of life, an echo soiuided forth from our alma mater, wishing us bon voyage whatever our destinies.

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