Monticello High School - Monti Yearbook (Monticello, NY)

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 2W« ica tion The theme for The Monti '56 is A Trip to the Moon. Literally, our trip to the moon has been our journey through school. As the trip to the moon would be unsuccessful without experienced men and women to direct the ship on its course, so our trip through school would not be successful without those who guide us through these years. As we reach our goal of graduation, we are completing the twelfth year of our journey. In these twelve years we have gained much knowledge. We have Learned to live with and understand people, regardless of race, color, or religion. These things which we have gained have molded our characters and prepared us for stepping out and playing our part on the nation's team for peace and harmony in the world. With great pride we salute the teachers of America. Through their dedicated service are molded the youth who become tomorrow's citizens. We are aware that a trip to the moon takes much planning and guiding. Many experienced, educated, and dedicated people help prepare for the actual departure and then guide the ship on its way. So it is that our teachers prepare us to go out into the world as tomorrow's citizens. With this realization we, the members of the class of '56, dedicate our yearbook, The Monti '56,” to the teachers of America and their profession. 3

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oreivor J When the editors and staff of the Monti '56 first began to suggest themes for their yearbook, numerous topics were mentioned. After much discussion, the poorer ones were weeded out. This left us with two or three excellent sugges- tions. However, the theme preferred by most of the staff was A Trip To The Moon. The reasons why we considered this theme the best are many. With its ever growing feasibility in the not too distant future, space travel has become a subject which is widely discussed by many people. Thus our theme has constantly been in the public spotlight. On the other hand, we asked ourselves these questions- How will this affect high school students? How can we fit our school into the theme? Alter another period of discussion, we found our answer. We decided to compare a trip to the moon with our trip through school. Then the rocket ship Monti was ready to be launched. On the surface, our theme is a light one. However, it can and should be taken seriously as we hope the reader will discover. In reality, each individual has his own moon or goal. The distance of the goal depends upon his ambi- tion. One cannot underestimate the importance of setting his standards high and striving until they are reached. This is how each conscientious person should regard and apply the theme of this book. However, whether it be twelve years of school or a lifetime of study, reaching the moon depends entirely on you. 2

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r D.'Me Foreword ........................ 2 Dedication ...................... 3 Alma Mater ...................... 5 Administration .................. 9 Student Government ............. 21 Seniors ........................ 31 Moments to Remember ............ 63 Underclassmen .................. 73 Activities ..................... 89 Athletics ......................127 Summation ......................144 Advertisements .................145 Advertising Directory ..........176