Masuk High School - Exodus Yearbook (Monroe, CT)

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A Note On Format The editorial introduction states our theme; new direction—a very grave and important topic in a year of turmoil. We believe this theme to be of vital interest to the graduating class, to the underclassmen, and to our elders who thoughtfully consider their own direction. The old order changeth, yielding place to new. —Tennyson Mindful of Tennyson’s words, the Class of ’69 earnestly and yes, proudly, presents to the students, faculty, parents, and the world, a yearbook more meaningful than ever before. On each page a memorable and clear record of the academic year unfolds. The engaging spirit of Masuk is present in each smile, frown and thoughtful expression. And, with these traditional elements of every yearbook, there is added a new attempt to convey a message to Masuk students. A change in theme, cover, page organization and the addition of a subtitle help, we think, to make this message clear. The change of title came after careful deliberation. It was made in the belief that the meaning of “Exodus” is not sufficiently large. True, the senior class is making its departure, its exodus; but it is also choos- ing a new path. It is this choice that is relevant. The traditional title, Exodus, remains, but “Direction ’69” is the clarifying and evocative title chosen by the Class of ’69. The cover colors, blue and gold, are the colors of the senior class. Perhaps each class will continue to choose its own colors as an expres- sion of individuality and to show a pride in fellow classmates that will make for lasting bonds of friendship with Masuk as a whole. 2

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Grateful Recognition It is customary at Masuk to dedicate the yearbook to those persons who have guided the seniors in their formative years, and who best exemplify the spirit of the theme. Our dedication, therefore, is two-fold. The senior class has been fortunate in having been associated with two people who have reached every senior with their courage and thoughtful flexibility—their willingness to allow new directions to be opened for the Class of ’69. A moment’s reflection brings to mind the changes initiated by the Class of ’69 when they entered Masuk as fresh- men. They presented the first written class constitution and from that moment change, and the courage to try new paths, has been their motto. The Class of ’69 have been well served by the patience, cheerfulness, firmness, love and courage of their advisors. Material things as well: personal funds for the occasional emergency, time, and labor were given without stint. Is it any wonder then that the senior class dedicates with gratitude and love this yearbook to Miss Patricia Opiela and Mr. Dominick Feliconio? 4