Mynderse Academy - Myndersian Yearbook (Seneca Falls, NY)

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Members of the Class of 1982 ‘That man is a success who has lived well, laughed often and loved much; who has gained the respect of intelligent men and the love of children; who has filled his niche and accomplished his task; who leaves the world better than he found it, whether by an improved poppy, a perfect poem or a rescued soul; who never lacked appreciation of earth’s beauty or failed to express it; who looked for the best in others and gave the best he had.” Author Unknown The above poem describes attributes which are not necessarily learned from a textbook. In the years you have spent at Mynderse Academy, I hope you have gained more than knowledge of material. Attending school should have been a life experience; experiences that will make you a positive contributor to society. As you leave Mynderse on Commencement Day, I hope you will accept the challenge of your new life, that you are able to say to yourself that you were a “success,” that you will strive to give the best you have to your fellow man. David M. Geitner Assistant Principal Message to Class of 1982 Congratulations to the Class of 1982. You have completed your high school education. Important as this achievement is, we hope you won’t feel it represents the ultimate in education. Rather, it should represent a stepping-stone to greater things. You should remember that life itself can be a “learning process,” once one is equipped with the tools of learning. Whether you go on to higher educational fields, or into a trade or training school, or to a job, keep this objective in mind — that you should continue to learn, to grow, to enlarge your capacity for service by your all-around development and achievement. Vincent Caraccilo Assistant Secondary Principal Grades 7-9 7