Jersey Shore High School - Orange and Black Yearbook (Jersey Shore, PA)

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Ama Rad lophone HEN the seniors are gathered on the auditorium platform for the various exercises incidental to graduation, they will sense something more than an attractive, carefully planned program, they will comprehend what is spoken to be something more than mere, meaningless words, and they will vision their diplomas as something more than pieces of white paper certifying the satisfactory completion of certain required school work. These seniors realize that they are not going out into the world. All of them have been right in the midst of it for about eighteen years, nor have they been so sheltered during this time that they are unaware of what must be confronted after graduation. They are mindful of the fact, however, that regardless of what is planned for the future, this time is a decided transition from the old mode of living to a newer, fuller, more responsible type of life. The manner in which each graduate adapts himself to this change will be different, and these different reactions are what contribute toward making up the variety of life. At this time each student will have the solemn pride that accom- panies a definite accomplishment, mingled with a searing tinge of regret resulting from the severance of youthful, student-like ties. True, many of these students will come in contact with one another in the future. but the same carefree intimacy will probably never be recaptured. Yet there will be no prolonged mourning: everyone will quickly find other interests to compensate for the loss of his school day contacts. In these contacts each of them will have his chance to make a practical application of his education. These students have not accumulated such a vast quantity of knowledge as to be walking encyclopedias: that is not what counts. The broadened, trained, and increased capacity of the mind, which has been emphasized throughout the high school course, is what is of advantage in later life. During these four years. the students have been taught to give as well as to take, not to hesitate to help others who are less fortunate, that success is the result only of honest effort, and above all never to expect more from life than what is put forth - all of this that has been taught is, after all. the founda- tion of what constitutes successful and worthy living. Michael Wolf.

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8 THE ORANGE AND BLACK SCHOOL INTEREST ET'S forget homework, class work, and the usual trend of school and look for a different phase of interest in J. S. H. S. Pause for a moment on the main floor at the trophy case. This piece of furniture was a parting gift of the class of '32. While admiring its contents, we must realize that these were acquired through perseverance of our football and basketball teams of this and former years whose philosophy was SO MUCH THE LABOR, SO MUCH THE REWARD. By their untiring and conscientious efforts, they received true satisfaction and what they have done will remain as a true memorial of them. Let us see if we cannot preserve their ideals and add to their glorious principles. A few moments can be profitably spent in wandering around the halls on the second floor. The row of lockers was a gift to the school from the class of 1935. In one corner of the library is a file desk representing the class of 1929. The velvet curtains, the huge desk in the library, and several others, all are parting gifts of various classes bequeathed to their Alma Mater for our benefits. With all these advantages, student interest should be stimulated and students encouraged to preserve the ideals of our school and our high school training will surely make us a success at all our undertakings. Betty Brown. ' 3 8 TO THE CLASS OF '37 INCE you have reached your port in safety which you so conscien- tiously set out to achieve, it seems only fitting and proper that we, as underclassmen, express our thoughts concerning you before you launch out on the Ocean of life. During the four years you have been students in this high school, you have succeeded in accomplishing much that has helped to raise and uphold the prestige of our school. The examples you have set for us are very worthy of our praise. It is our duty to take up your work which you are about to lay down and we hope we can continue as well. Now you are compelled to steer your own ship. Will you guide your boat in a straight course for the Port of Success , or will you wander out and become lost on the Sea of Failure ? Your teachers, who have been your Captains during your previous four years trip will not be with you, but they will be at the dock when the ship returns to see if you've had Bon Voyage . And so. let us bid farewell to the Class of '37 and with Good Luck ringing in your ears from your Captains and the rest of the Crew , trust that your Ocean voyage will be a pleasant one and hope that you reach your desired harbor in safety. Betty Brown, ' 3 8