Eden Central School - Embers Yearbook (Eden, NY)

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Doug Price in Austria The American Field Service, through its ex- change programs, offers one of the most reward- ing opportunities to a student in our times. One can only realize the full value of such an experi- ence by looking back upon what he has learned and been exposed to. I am very proud to be an A.F.S. student and also very proud to have been able to play an active part in promoting interna- tional understanding. iQ . 1 lf V. 1 In Austria, I spent ten weeks with the Gasser family. Our 30-room Alpine home was more than able to accommodate my seven brothers and sis- ters comfortably. Because of this extra room, dur- ing the summer months several rooms were rented to tourists visiting our scenic area of the Austrian Alps. The Austrian Alps towered above our small town of St. Jakob in the Defreggen Valley of East Tyrol. The mountains offered a new-found source of recreation and enjoyment in moun- tain climbing. I-Iaving never before had the chance to climb even a small mountain, it was certainly a challenge and an experience to remember each of the ten mountains I climbed while abroad. Among these mountains was third-highest mountain in Austria, Grossvene- diger-altitude 12,050 feet. In Cortina, Italy, I did some rugged rock-climbing on the 4'Cinque Torri' in the Dolomiten Range. Traveling through Northern Italy several times and seeing the fast-changing landscapes of the Mediterranean region in southern Europe gave me a very real picture of the various ways in which this region of Europe not only differs from but also resembles areas of our own country. A three-day visit to Venice offered an opportunity to see one of the truly different cities of the world and a chance to learn a little about the cultures of Northern Italy. I have found many lasting friendships through A.F.S. and hope that any future student from Eden having the same opportunity will take ad- vantage of it and enjoy his experiences as I have.

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Lolo in ihe U. 9. A. I came from Brasil, country of beauty and happiness. My city Vitorio, is an island and my house is situated on a beach where l swim all year, including the winter. Our climate is always warm anc full of gaiety and love. I had never seen snow before and when l first saw it I thought I was dreaming. I sat watching the flakez falling: some were big . . . some were small . . . but how much peace and beauty they brought to us . . . Skiing has been one more won- derful experience where I have enjoyed myself. I'm personally, as my friends know me, always happy and ready for fun. I like dances, sports, and having lots of friends. Ilm roman- tic too, and I like to listen to music, to play the piano and guitar to write or read poems and to appreciate wonderful and unex- pected nature. And I like to study, trying to learn a little bit, or if possible everything about everything. Because the more we learn, the more we discover new things to learn about. Life is full of interesting and wonderful things and I try to live intensely every minute of my life, apprehending the best I can, to search for my goal. Following my wish to learn always more, I came to this small and lovely town of Eden. Though our countries have much in common, I found some different customs, systems and ideas. But I did not have any trouble adapting myself to my new life. And this happened because of . . . the Surgenor family that gave me love and understanding, making me feel as if I was in my own home - . all teachers that helped me gave knowledge - . . all U16 boys HUF girls that have been very good friends. One thing that I appreciate in Eden is the love that everybody has for music. It is amazing how almost every single person playz a musical instrument. Singing and playing piano in Chorus, taking part in intramuralf after school, participating in many clubs and activities, including Student Council and Embers Staff, and principally, being a cheer- leader, I understood much better the American School system anc I had a wonderful time. All of you gave me the most exciting and interesting year. Sc I just say, with much love, Thank you very much! I'll never forget you! Lolo . . ...,. K K. k

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GirI's Athletic Association y The Girl's Athletic Awards Club is composed C i enthusiastic and energetic girls who have earned i sufficient amount of credits from intramural activ ties. With the goal of good sportsmanship and at preciation of athletics in mind, G.A.A. has tackle! another year of projects and activities. After-schoc activities in intramurals were organized by our hart working team advised by Miss Palmer, with credi due to president Cheryl Bley. By selling Eden sweai shirts, organizing game nights, and other project the G.A.A. gained funds to pay for the climax c their school athletic year-the annual G.A.A. Bar quet. There, celebrated girl athletes and seniors wer congratulated with honors and trophies for a suc cessful year. l Row l: J. Ziegelhofer, L. Ball, C. Bley, Miss Palmer. Row 2: L. VanVechten, B. Saunders, J. Acanfora, C. Schosck, D. Radigan, C. Way. Row 3: A. Meyer, M. Schiedel, P. Erdle, J. Bos, K. Murphy, J. Senders, C. Middendorf. Row 4: P. Manning, S. Tocllner, C. Edwards, L. Young, P. Hcckcr, P. Ellwood, L. Koepka, M. McWilliams. Row 5: L. Schunk, J. Wilde, B. Kauffman, S. Surenor, S. Brown, P. Hatch, D. Stresing, S. Spring, K. Harms. School spirit is an element that every school should have, but it cannot be learned or studied. In order to be effective, a feeling of pride in E.C.S. must be born within every student. The Pep Club promotes this school spirit as they cheer our basketball and football teams to victory at both home and away games. Whether we win or lose, they give both our players and the opposing team a sample of what Eden thinks of its athleteseThey're the greatest! Pep Club Row l: S. Toellner, M. Warner, J. Wilde. Row 2: L. Parker, C. Edwards. Row 3: L. Paciorek, P. Spors, P. Hecker, Miss Palmer, R. Lasota, D. Gorecki. 30