Ferndale High School - Reflector Yearbook (Johnstown, PA)

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The students and teachers of Ferndale High School have mourned the shocking death of our beloved editor-elect, Catherine Coulter. It is with deep re- spect and fond memories that we dedicate this por- tion of our book to her. Her absence has been deeply felt by each of us; her ready smile lives only in memory. An active classmate with a helping-hand for all, Catherine sparkled as a fine honor student, but we honor her most for the way that she loved people and that people loved her. school. She could be found at most of the sports events and dances, sharing in the fun, but always there to do her share of the work, too. Catherine had all the qualifications of a leader and she would have made an exceptionally good editor of this year's REFLECTOR. We realize that God must have felt that she was ready to abide with Him in Paradise and in His wisdom took her away from us. The REFLECTOR staff hopes that we have carried out the work as she would have liked it. Katie was a girl with personality plus, taking an active part in many school activities. Among her Catherine had that special something” that draws favorites were the Y-Teens and F. H. A. Possessing affection, so she will always hold a hallowed place an abundance of school spirit, she always did hei within our hearts.

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And now we come to the most im- portant part of our hive — the work- ers.'1 These industrious workers make up the different classes of our great school, and are seen buzzing gayly about the hive, five days a week. The Seventh Graders, being new, fi- nally got on to which were the up stairs” and which were the down stairs. They also showed that they had some terrific talent in our many amateur shows. Miss Spangler, with her geography, history, and English, is still pointing the way to the bewildered Eighth Graders, and by this time each student is becom- ing more familiar with the hive and is trying to decide which course to take in future years. Whether or whether not to take Latin — that is the question! Each Freshman is meeting new ideas and people, accu- mulating here from the different dis- tricts. F. LcscinS ky By the time one becomes a Sophomore, he usually has finally decided which course to take. Some, who prefer sec- retarial work, are taking the commercial program. This offers two years of book- keeping, shorthand, and typing, plus one year of geography and law. Some, who are going on to college, are taking the academic course, which includes lang- uages, mathematics, and sciences. No matter what one chooses, he may take home economics, special art, or shop. The Juniors are advancing in their studies, and by this time feel that they have learned everything that there is to learn. Of course the Seniors are really the workers of the hive. These busy bees have finally decided what they would like to do when they fly from the hive. Most of them have a definite goal in mind and are busy preparing for it. These are our students—the workers of our hive. So go on and look through these many pages of faces and activities. You won't get stung by these friendly bees. They are Ferndale’s 1954 Yellow Jackets.” 13—

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C. Jerasa, president, C. Cvrkel, secretary, R. Alwine, vice-president. Seniors-Win Winqs Though the words may seem trite and the idea may be shopworn, we can't resist re- peating that which the illustration on this page proclaims. The Seniors of 1954 are truly at the threshold, standing at an intriguing crossroad in their lives. Twelve years of strug- gle, hustle, and bustle are behind. Success, frustration, service — all are ahead! We ferv- ently hope that their school careers have adequately prepared them for what the future shall require of them. Their final year of school has been the best and most interesting of their lives. The sense of having gained recognition as a workman worthy of his hire, has been evident. Led by their competent officers, Charles Jerasa, Carol Cvrkel, and Ron Alwine, the class continued in their firm, indepednent, and positive tradition. As a result of this pioneer- ing attitude these seniors led us to have our Proms at Sunnehanna Country Club, and brought about changes in our senior photographs and the publishing of the REFLECT- OR and COURIER. The members of this graduation class took their places as the leaders in the life of our school. The F-Club, Student Council, athletic teams, and publications were led by se- niors. Our musical organizations featured many of them, while all social life centered about these upper-classmen. Despite the social whirl and the never-ending pressure of activities, some members of the class were surprisingly good students. English term papers, the problem of passing, Problems of Democracy, and other difficult assignments were no obstacles in detaining some of the more gifted performers. Standing high on the list of class scholars were Bev- erly Berkebile, Barbara Black, Susan Krum, Tom McCann, Dave Wagner, and Ed Warfel. In the years ahead of them, these Seniors will look back with fond memories and just pride as they recall their class record in dramatics, athletics, and scholastic attain- ment. Surely these full-grown Yellow-Jackets have earned their wings.’ IS