New Milford High School - Schaghticoke Yearbook (New Milford, CT)

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near future. For those who intend to go on to college, a preparatory course is given so that they may be ready to start on the difficult college work. Those who are going out to work are given technical training in various fields. Studying Latin, or English, or whatever the subject may be, is only a part of the curriculum. Activities, such as athletics, clubs, and dramatics, take up considerable time. High school pupils are given a chance to show off their athletic ability by being on various teams. In basketball, baseball, football, and tennis, the Class of '40 has always been a leader. Whether on the basketball floor or baseball diamond, we have learned the value of fair play—to be generous in defeat and humble in victory. Those who have led N.M.H.S. in athletic events have cultivated a rapid and decisive judgment which will serve them to good advantage in the future. Whether losing or winning, we have always been good sports, abiding by the rules of fair play. During our Junior year, many student clubs were organized and meetings were held during school hours, thus giving everyone an opportunity to belong. These club activities have been of great value to us. Those who belong to these clubs have learned the art of self-government; they have made new friends and have developed many new hobbies. We have come in close contact with our teachers and have learned how to appreiate them. Some of the clubs are: the Math Club for the mathematically-minded; Dancing Club for both beginners and advanced jitterbugs; Glee Club, Camera Club, French Club, a Boys’ Cooking Club, and the Student Council and Service Club. Through the capable guidance of the teachers who directed the plays we presented, we have learned much about dramatics: how to act and how to stage a play. Some have gained in self-confidence and poise. It may be said that our Senior Play “Tish” was the outstanding financial affair of our high school career. Again much experience was gained by those who worked on the many committees necessary. Assemblies played an outstanding part in our school life. Almost every Thursday morning, movies, a speaker, or, perhaps, a play was presented in the auditorium. The movies have dealt almost entirely with the American scene. Through these we have learned the extent of our industry, the expanse of our territory, and the beauty and magnitude of America. Many of the programs dealt with our future and how we should go about getting jobs. Through these programs, we have come not only to feel proud to be Americans, but also to feel our responsibility as Americans. In more ways than one, we owe much of our success in high school to the underclassmen who have contributed to our affairs. If we had not had the faithful co-operation of Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshmen, our Senior affairs would have been failures. I have tried to answer that question of what the past four years have meant to us. To each they have had some special meaning, but all of us have been taught to be good Americans and we shall follow the traditions of democratic America. We have changed from small children tb young men and women. Now »s the time has come for us to leave N.M.H.S., we wish to extend our sincere appreciation and thanks to our principal, Mr. Pettibone, and our teachers who have helped us always, and to you townspeople who have made our education possible.

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Archie MorsEy “Knock” “He’s a jolly good fellow, but—don’t pick an argument. Student Council 3; Winter Sports Club 3-4; Prom Committee 3; Social Committee 3-4; Hi-Y 3-4; Assembly Program 3; Cap and Gown Committee 4; Printing Committee 4; Trip Committee 4; Tennis 3-4; Basketball 3-4; Baseball 3-4; Football 3; Class Team 1-2-3. Irene Rothe “Sweet of manner, neat of dress. Ask a favor, she’ll always say ‘yes’.’’ Prom Committee 3-4; Advanced Dancing 3-4; Glee Club 4; Senior Social Committee 4; Senior Play Committee 4; Graduation Committee 4. Lorraine Scavileo “Larhi “A merry heart that laughs at care.” Tri-Y Club 8-4; Dramatic Club 3-4; Glee Club 3; Beginners’ Dancing Instructor 4; Dramatic Club Play 4; Class Night Committee 4; Statistic Committee 4; Gift Committee 4; Advanced Dancing Club 3-4; Scribe of Tri-Y 4. Helen McCahey “Although she hasn’t been with us long, she has a cheery smile for all. Advanced Dancing 4; Etiquette Club 4; Dramatic Club 4; Class Night Committee 4. Charles Frost “Jack” “Nothing’s too fast for him. Social Committee 2; Prom Committee 3-4; Stage Committee 4; Property Committee 4; Trip Committee 4; Winter Sports Club 4; Dramatic Club 4; Dramatic Club Play Committee 4; Hi-Y; F.F.A. 1-2-3-4; F.F.A. Baseball 1-2-3-4; F.F.A. Basketball 4; F.F.A. Secretary 2; F.F.A. Vice-President 4; F.F.A. Social 4; F.F.A. Assembly Program 4; Tri-Town Contest 1-2-3-4; Storrs State Judging Contest 1-2-3-4. Ronald Morey “Stoop” “I hear he has two hobbies— radios and Schooners.” Social Committee 1-2-3-4; Prom Committee 3-4; Dramatic Club 3-4; Dramatic Club Play 4; Class Night Committee 4; Senior Play Cast 4; Advanced Dancing 3-4; Winter Sports 3-4; Camera Club 3. Robert Onorato “BonnY” “Lessons are fair, study is fine. Hut for anything steady, make atldetics mine.” Baseball 1-2-3-4; Basketball 8-4; School Paper 3; Junior Prom; Senior Prom; Social Committee 1-2-3; Football 2-3-4; Glee Club 4; Dancing 3-4; Service Club 4; Senior Play Committee; Printing Committee 4. Helen Synic “A quiet tongue shows a wise head.” Tri-Y 3-4; Senior Play Committee 4; Service Club 3-4; French Club 3; Glee Club 4; Graduation Committee 4.