Mount Vernon Seminary - Cupola Yearbook (Washington, DC)

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HONOR PLEDGE I promise on my word of honor, to do my best to uphold the high tradi- tions of Mount Vernon, to be honest in all academic work, to observe and comply with all the regulations of the school, to support the school oyficers and my team, to be trustworthy in whatever I do, and to reflect credit on my school by my speech, dress and behavior. When We become members of a community or group, We realize that the rules which govern us are needed in order to have the community run smoothly. For this reason We have an Honor Code at Mount Vernon. The Honor Code ap- plies equally to every student and challenges her to be honest with herself and others. Perhaps one of the most important parts of the Honor Code is that We promise to do our bestv to up- hold it. In reality, the Code is the ultimate goal for an ideal community or school. If every member had equal strength or Was not tempted, then We would have an ideal com- munity Without a Code, but because a school is only as strong as its Weakest member, each of us has to assume responsibility to herself and to others. MESSAGE FROM THE STUDENT BODY PRESIDENT Dear Student Body, The end of a year is a time for remembering. For many of us it is also a time for looking forward-to camp . . . the beach . . . college. It is also a sad time-for the Seniors who realize that never again Will conditions be exactly the same. Most of all, it is a time for remembering. The beginning of this year seems very distant now. It is hard to remember how strange it felt for the Seniors to be Wearing red blazers, or how heavy our school books felt after a summer of relaxation. This year, more than anything else, has brought us a feeling of closeness. We have learned that, by working together, we may strengthen our school as Well as ourselves. We have also, this year, become aware of the his- tory of our school. The Student Council elected to have the Honor Assembly in Post Hall to help us realize that, by living up to the Honor Code, We are carrying on the long tradition of academic honesty at Mount Vernon. Remember the Honor Code-for its ideals and spirit can guide us throughout our entire lives. When We heard Mrs. Lloydls talk on Found- erls Day, we realized how much each of us has to contribute to our school. Over the years, many people have dedicated themselves to Mount Vernon. Now it is up to us to see that their Work Was not in vain. I hope that the Student Council has been a help to you this year. We have tried to be lead- ers in the expression of school spirit, and only when necessary to act as a judicial body. The support you have given us has certainly helped to make our year a success. I have enjoyed being your Student Body President this year. As time goes by, I shall not remember who was in uniformv or not, but rather your smiles, your friendship, and your spirit. Thank you for giving me a truly Wonder- ful year. Best wishes, 26