Magnificat High School - Magnifier Yearbook (Rocky River, OH)

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As she gazes out the window, junior Carolyn Weir dreams of spring break. This year, since Easter was so late, students were more than ready for a break. Photo by B. O’Toole. One can usually expect a fire drill on the first sunny day of spring. This year, the first fire drill was held on Tuesday, April 10. Photo by B. O’Toole. Incognito, senior Melissa Kirwan jams to the tunes of ABC by the Jackson Five. Jamming in the sun was one activity that took precedence over schoolwork during the seniors’ last few weeks of school. Photo by A. Sheridan. SPRING FEVER 41

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w » Aluminum-foil wrapped cardboard is the perfect al¬ ternative to a tanning booth for seniors Brigid Campbell and Jane Blaha. As the sunny days of spring arrived seniors Liz Dawson, Maripat Greene, Gabi Verbovsky and others headed out to enjoy a few moments of relaxation. Photo by A. Sheridan. After the perils of winter , comes the Hope of Spring As summer approached, Magnificat students became aware of something in the air. Thoughts of outdoor lunches, sunny afternoons and brightly colored flowers filled the minds of all. The arrival of spring was a long-awaited and much appreciated change of pace. Spring affected different people in different ways. For some, the fresh air and sunshine pro¬ vided a chance to be out of doors. Senior Courtyard was transformed from a tranquil, iso¬ lated haven into a “tanning booth” complete with foil-covered cardboard. The yard behind the cafeteria became an outdoor cafe where students gathered for lunch and various outdoor games. Stemming from this, spring seemed to give some a boost of energy. This could be seen on the faces of those participating in the outdoor games and in the mischievous eyes of the seniors, suffering from that dreaded disease, “senioritis.” All students anticipated the freedom of summer, but seniors abounded with spirit, waiting for the arrival of what could be their last “free” summer. This waiting period caused many to get antsy; thus they released their pent-up energy with the inevitable senior pranks of toilet paper and shaving cream. Travel was another way to release this pent- up energy. Flocks of students migrated to places where they could see or imagine sun. If a trip to Florida beaches couldn’t be arranged, a trip to the swimwear department was always possible. Spring was a much needed time for relaxation after the perils of winter. — Brigid O’Toole 40 SPRING FEVER

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As any friend would, Lisa Pahler helps Karen DeAngelis to adjust her cap. The students wore the tassles on the right until the last graduate received her diploma, and then turned tassles to the left. Photo by K. Keane. With a smile on her face, Ellen Rossi receives her diploma from Sister Carol Anne. Ellen was the student speaker at Graduation on June 2, 1984. Photo by Ripcho. 42 GRADUATION