Mount Vernon Seminary - Cupola Yearbook (Washington, DC)

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We are very Proud of Our New Additions Post Hall Made possible through the gift of Mrs. Marjorie Merriweather Post, Post Hall was fin- ished last year. It houses the enlarged Library. Post Hall, the Chapel Room, and several offices, as well. The Library is well equipped with beautiful furnishings and, of course, our exten- sive collection of books. Post Hall is a large drawing room with some of the original furnishings from the first Great Hall in the Nebraska Avenue School. Over the fireplace, the focal point of the room, hangs a portrait of Mrs. Somers, our first headmistress and foundress. This room is enjoyed by us all daily for its graciousness, and as the proper setting for tea on special occasions. We are deeply appreciative to Mrs. Post for her gift to us and to the school. 5

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I promise on my word of honor, To hand in work that I have done myself and to receive no help from parents, friends, or other students unless my teacher is informed; to copy no work from other students, either in daily assignments, or in tests or examina- tions; to copy no material from books or periodicals without indicating the source. To be prompt in attendance at Chapel, classes, activities, Physical Edu- cation classes; to report promptly to Study Hall or Library during study hours and to remain there throughout the period; to observe the rules of quiet, order and no communication with other students in Study Hall and Library. To observe all rules concerning permissions; to fill in completely and cor- rectly my permission slips and to go only to such places and with such persons as the slip indicates. As one of the most important keys at Mount Vernon, our newly established Honor Code gives the true meaning of citizenship to every student. To it and its deepest meaning we dedicate the 1958 Cupola. Last year the Honor Code was introduced to Mount Vernon on an experimental basis. Be- cause of its success, it will remain, becoming a tradition and a guide for future citizens. The Honor Code is more than a set of regulations; it is a character building key to community life. By its pledge, every individual takes upon her- self certain responsibilities that lead toward maturity. These responsibilities are based upon self- discipline, the essence of true character. The girls who feel capable of accepting this self-discipline by taking the Honor Pledge are deeply aware of its significance. The Pledge to abide by the Honor Code is voluntary; this personal acceptance being the foundation of its success. 4

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The Della Robbia plaque taken from the Nebraska Avenue Chapel. The Chapel Room For private devotions one can now slip away to the Chapel Room, where the atmosphere of tranquility and peace draw one to prayer. In these simple surroundings one can attain peace of mind and spirit through silent com- munion with God. This welcome addition to Mt. Vernon ' s life was given in memory of Dorothy W. Lindsay, whose work at the Nebraska Ave. School, in Spring Valley, and as Head of Somers House revealed her to be such a gracious hostess, warm and understanding friend, gay and delightful companion that all who knew her loved her students, faculty, parents and staff.