New Athens High School - Vespa Yearbook (New Athens, IL)

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Vivian Skaer and Joseph Schneider reigned as Cinderella and Prince Charming for one night. They were crowned by the retiring king and queen, Burke Potter and Alice Weidemann, and received a beaujtiful compact and cuff links and tie clasp. Susan Legendre, junior class vice-president, made the presentation. Cinderella — The Prom — the night when everyone’s dream was a wish come true, and our Fairy Godmother seemed to watch over us. The theme was beautifully accentuated by large drawings of Cinderella’s Fair)' Godmother and of Cinderella and the Prince. (Pictures 1-5) A glittering castle towering into the clouds of blue and white crepe paper, was the setting before which a beautiful jeweled crown was presented to Cinderella and Prince Charming, bv the retiring king and queen. (Pictures 4-6) The hall of blue and white streamers was decorated with rich, splendid, golden crepe paper chains, opening into the profusely decorated gym where soda was dispensed from a pumpkin shaped stand. (Picture 2-5) After the traditional banquet, dancing to the dreamy music of the Melody Men was enjoyed. A Dream is a Wish Come True 22

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Each year (he junior and senior classes present a play. 1 he constant nightly practice, the study of lines and cues, and the fun and laughs enjoyed by everyone, are all a part of the finished product of which we are very proud. DAMSELS IN DISTRESS Damsels in Distress” by Jay Tobias, a rolicking comcdv presented bv the class of ’56 in their junior year under the direction of Mr. Dale T. Walker and Mrs. Betty Price, will long be remembered. GRANDMA’S BEST YEARS “Grandma’s Best Years” by Earl L. Russell, hilarious and side-splitting, was presented by the class of ’57 under the direction of Mr. Don Sexton and Mrs. Gladys Stookev. We re just o couple of Damsels in Distressl Put ’er there Babel The Stars of Tomorrow “Watch me stretch me bubble gum! “How ya gonna get us outa this mess?” “May I kiss your hand?”

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(Picture 1 and 2.) During the year NACI IS students display their talents at assembly programs and public performances. An added attraction to this year's assembly schedules was the Thanksgiving Program prepared by the students in the history and English classes of Mrs. Dorothy Oclrich. The theme was the progress of I hanksgiving from early colonial times to the present day. A Yankee Doodle” dance, typical of the Civil War Period, was performed bv five girls. (Picture 3.) The annual Christmas Program under the direction of Mrs. Frances I lunsaker and Mr. Don Sexton, with the co-operation of the band and choruses, reflected our vibrant Christmas spirit to the audience. A feature of the program was a tableau of the angels, shepherds, and wise men paying homage to our King. (Picture 4.) Santa Claus and helpers distributed a packfull of gifts to the students and faculty at the Christmas Party, an event which is eagerly awaited each year. 1 hroughout the year, students of NACHS look forward with anticipation to summer activities. 1 his year Vivian Skaer attended GAA Camp, Carol Leinecke attended FI IA Camp, and Emily Walker, Evelyn Miller, and Carol Kraus attended music camp. (Picture 1) Six ambitious FFA'ers, Robert Mueller, Arinin Stehl, Joseph Schneider, Norman Koenigstein, Arnold Rowold, and David Skorcz, attended the judging contest at Springfield, Illinois. (Picture 2) I errence Bachmann. Joseph Schneider and Frances Enrge were chosen bv various organizations in New Athens to represent our community at Bovs’ State located at the Springfield Fair Grounds and Girls’ State at Jacksonville, Illinois. (Picture 3) I'he NSPA Convention at Chicago was a delightful event for Carol Leinecke, editor of the Vespa; Miss Betty Shaugh-nessy, publications sponsor, and Mary Schncidewind, assistant editor of the Spot-light. (Picture 4) Special Events Add Spice to our Life