Malden Catholic High School - Lance / Hi Way Yearbook (Malden, MA)

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... in Academics T JL. hroughout its history, Malden Catholic has always had a tradition of excellence in academics. A college preparatory school, Malden Catholic sparked the flame of human inquiry and a quest for knowledge. Under the guidance of Malden Catholic ' s immensely talented and car¬ ing faculty, a process of growth and discovery occurred. Language and Literature, Math and Science, History and Religion comprised the bulk of our academic education in hopes of bringing forth well-educated men. Malden Catholic ' s academic standards were high but so were the scholastic aspirations of its students. Implanted into the minds of men were the seeds of knowledge which would in time bear fruit. Never before was this so highly visible than in Malden Catholic ' s im¬ pressive showing in the 1985-86 Academic Decathlon. Plac¬ ing ninth in the State Finals, Malden Catholic proved once more that it is one of the finest institutions of secondary education in the state. Recognition by the National Merit and Scholarship Program of individuals as well as the suc¬ cess which we as a class had in gaining acceptance to col¬ lege were two more plumes in M.C. ' s already feathered cap. As our lives progress, we come to appreciate the educa¬ tion we received at Malden Catholic as well as value the time we spent in the classroom. We realize that a tradition of quality education is a necessity for the intellectual development of the adolescent; a tradition which Malden Catholic proudly carries on. 4

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... in Athletics M alden Catholic ' s tradition for athletic excellence is an unparalleled one. Throughout these first fifty years, our teams have always fought to the finish. Even though we did not always win, superior individuals in all sports have con¬ sistently made spectacular showings. Whether the activity was intramural or interscholastic, we the Lancers have always prided ourselves on our competitiveness and sportsmanship. Our participation in athletics is a learning experience which will not soon be forgotten. Our devoted coaches have taught us the important lessons of dedication, sportsman¬ ship, and acceptance of victory as well as defeat. These lessons will prove as valuable experiences which will help us as we pass from this school out into the world. The spirit shown by athletes and fans alike has helped us to grow as a community toward one common goal, victory. For the future, our athletic tradition will be even brighter. With the plans in the works for a new athletic facility which will include a new track and football and soccer fields, we the Fiftieth Graduating Class of Malden Catholic leave to the classes to follow a proud tradition of being the Lancers. 6