Lawrence High School - Lawrencian Yearbook (Cedarhurst, NY)

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Mr. Lawrence V. Dodd Superintendent of Schools oung people in our schools are taught to live nobly, to work valiantly, to think clearly and to serve well. Working together in high school activities is a most effective preparation for the application of unity and co-operation in later life. Thomas Jefferson declared that education was, The resource most to he relied upon for ameliorating the condition, promoting the virtue ami advancing the happiness of man. The faith of the founding fathers in education is part of our rich heritage. Your school activities have heen vital and interesting; your record has heen accomplished by constant good work. AD MINI ST RATION The ability we all possess which enables us to grow and to continue growing is, happily, not limited to the years when we are reaching our full physical stature; it remains with us throughout our lives. Your years in high school have presented many opportunities for growth, and you have responded to each occasion with varying degrees of enthusiasm. The years which lie ahead will offer infinitely more opportunities for you to grow, and by growing, to contribute your full measure of service to others. May you have the vision and the will to make the most of them. Mr. Henry C. Boschert Assistant to the Superintendent 9

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 First row—Mr. Reilly, Mr. Eldcrd, Chairman of the Hoard: Fruin, Mr. Lazrus. I)r. Vivona. Second row—Mr. It () A R I) OF EDUCATION LET us begin our trip through Lawrence High School with a look at the administrators of our school system, the men who lay the plans and make the decisions which make our school district outstanding in the educational opportunities it provides for tin youth of our area. Mayor Elderd and the four prominent citizens who serve with him constitute the Board of Education for School District 15. These gentlemen have given freely of their time and talent for many years to provide for us the best of educational services and facilities. May we, the students of Lawrence High, express our thanks for their many labors on our behalf. 8

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One of the qualities to be noted among members of the Class of 1955 is that of Self-Reliance. The more our manner of living requires us to depend upon others for acquiring and enjoying the material things of lift the more it behooves us to rely on ourselves in matters cultural and spiritual if we are to avoid complete regimentation. It may he unimportant that our cars, radios, clothing are pretty much of a pattern. What is important is that we know where to draw the line and that in those matters where individuality really counts we have the impetus and courage to stand on our own two feet. Miss Elsie R. Tefft A ssistan t Princi ml Mr. Cecil H. MaHood Principal Soon you of the class of 1955 will he leaving Lawrence High School. It will he a parting from high school life hut also a beginning of new experiences and interests. Lawrence has had much to offer you during the past four years. It has attempted to help you develop the desires and capabilities necessary to become a well-rounded person. It has attempted to create in you a sense of responsibility for contributing your share of service to your fellow men and the community in which you find yourself. Many of you have recognized these opportunities and utilized these. Others of you have not taken advantage of them to the fullest extent. It is to he hoped that as you pass tin milestone of high school graduation and face new horizons you will he given the ability and courage to choose wisely your niche in society. My best wishes to each of you.