Newton Catholic High School - Newton Yearbook (Newton, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 100 of the 1976 volume:

Look to the star and find a reason to believe with the vision of a new day in your heart. NEWT LIC -ASSACHUSETTS 19'75 -1976 PURSE! Copyright © Gregory Norbet O.S.B.. WHEREVER YOU GO. 1972. Benedictine Foundation of Vermont, Weston 05161. Used by permission. Two hundred years ago, starry-eyed men and women began to form a new independent nation. Just as 1776 was their beginning with Jefferson’s Declaration of Independence, so is it ours. Throughout history, people have seen stars. These were the stars of independence and freedom, equality and understanding, progress and growth. America is the great nation it is today because of these starry-eyed people. What we do today will pave the way for people tomorrow. Join us and be starry-eyed. Francis Scott Key was starry-eyed when he wrote the “Star Spangled Banner.’’ He saw the stars, he dreamed, and he created. Just as he did, so will we. Travel with us through time as we recall the important events that shaped America, and we parallel them to life at N.C. This is our ‘Star Spangled Manner.’ CAN YOU SEE the way we learn from classes, extra curricular activities and from each other? Through the DAWN’S EARLY LIGHT we see the dedicated faculty and administration, who are always there to answer our questions. Sport teams play an important role in any NEWTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL CLASES GE tare school and we witness the PERILOUS FIGHT of our athletes. As underclassmen we are full of energy and BURSTING IN AIR. And finally, we PROUDLY HAIL the seniors who are the result of a learning experience unique to Newton Catholic High School. To be a student at N.C. is to be given a promise. To receive a gift. A gift that cannot be explained, only experienced. Because that which is essential is invisible to the eye. But it exists. We know. We have felt it. 3 ae a NEWSFLASH: MAY 14, 1803 — ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI ‘Today Captain Meriwether Lewis and William Clark set out to explore the territory of the Louisiana Purchase and thus discover the new horizons of our growing nation. The team hired a mathematician, biologist, geographer, and an Indian squaw as a guide to aid them in their pioneering journey to the Pacific Ocean.” ¢ 7 y : RU Sante, f (NY lA , MN A ! a y AM ay 2-7 elt ee we As students of our world, we are continually striving to be ae meet new challenges, undertake responsibility, and aN awe experience life. Whether mastering the keyboard, discovering (oS aa “ the intricacies of chess, or graphing the equation of a curve, we learn about ourselves by working with others. Come and see Our pensive ponderers, whimsical wonderers, spectacular AY KALL eA TPR a a a aR oe aie, _ aS | eval � Bs RY WH spotlighters, dynamic doers and personable peerers as we aS, ISA discover new horizons and learn to interrelate as people at . ING ee] y a Nee HT we eee Rariieg FIVE ES pices a) pieeigaif iveree PeRER EY ERS RES eTRE meee os Rei Po. ait eS i 44%. DEDICATED DOERS YOu Cale CAS? £1 9908 SPAIN. [T'S EVERYTHING, It doesn’t take long to tour Newton Catholic High School. Yet on each floor can be found people, people who care and show it through their actions. In the Physics Lab, the Free Lance staff works to keep us up to date on what's Bp Reaing, Travelling to Room 1, we discover Club Culture in the art of making crepes. Strains of guitar music fill the auditorium during a Thanksgiving liturgy. Of course, the smoker must beet clean and Maureen is on hand when needed. During the candy drive, Room 5 was the center of attention. Here the candy was separated, distributed, and sometimes eaten. More often, this room is home base for the business students who perfect office skills through continual practice. These would-be secretaries type up and run off endless amounts of material, from the school directory to the newspaper. Across the hall, Angela puts together a prize-winning Thanksgiving basket, while Mary sketches a parabola on the graph board. Mr. Smith has his Senior English class enraptured with his tale of Alice’s dilemma portrayed on the board in Room 9. Finally we arrive (as so many do) in the office, where we bump into Dennis, carrying his load for the Varsity Club. And so our tour comes to a close, Bue work of the dedicated doer never ends. Friends someone to care for, to be there for. Because friends share so much. A laugh. A french fry. A part of ourselves. It may be hard to express it often. We may not say it often enough but We love our friends. At N.C. there are no strangers, only friends we have yet to meet. WY) a whed Oo Lu Lu ees Lu at co Zz eS) YY Oe Lo oO Laughter is that incredible see phenomenon that clears the air and relieves pressures. Our days would become monotonous, and our lives would seem emptier without humor. The comic relief we seek each day is brought to us by our whimsical wonderers. Whimsical wonderers are easy to spot. A girl sits down at her locker to let the crowds pass. A boy brings an old discussion back to life by injecting a new idea. A couple talks with their eyes above the music of the Marseilles. All of these people are members of this light-hearted group. Their unique ‘‘take it easy’”’ style brings to all of us at N.C. a friendly spirit which can only be described as indescribable. WHIMSICAL WONDERERS Although oftentimes we are whimsical, we, as students, also spend hours seriously contemplating ourselves in relationship to those around us, our work and our future. Skill and concentration needed in chess strategy involves onlookers as well as pity aus: As ben tae of the past, the reshmen religion students celebrate a Sedder Supper to commemorate Israel’s deliverance from Egypt. Learning involves many steps. Listening carefully, Anne Marie absorbs new calculus information from her teacher and classmates. Reading in the quiet library is Brian’s thoughtful method of analyzing personality theories in Psychology. Quickly writing notes sparks a question in Sheila to comprehend why Macbeth wants to kill the king. After learning the skill of typing, Karen diligently concentrates on the words, not the keys! All students question themselves about their near and no-so-near futures. Like Lorraine and Richard, they examine what they have accomplished and what still needs to be done before the day ends. As Seniors, Timmy, Danny and Kathy ponder what adventures lie ahead of them for next year. As a young adult, Donna enjoys the present moment and dreams of new roles in her future. In an atmosphere that encourages contemplation, Richard retreats from his daily schedule and realizes the importance of asking, What is essential? ee PENSIVE PONDERERS In the spotlight in October, Mr. Yearbook dashingly destroyed the wicked witch with the help of Jolly Green Julie and all the gang. Another active group, the National Honor Society, organized the Thanksgiving Food Drive which was highlighted by a liturgy celebrated by Father Bob. Flowers, applause, a crown and music surrounded Joan and Mike in a spectacular, dreamy, December moment. The Freshmen in Spanish class anticipated the holidays with a pinata that they didn’t have the heart to break. Also in the spirit of Christmas, Mr. Smith and his English class, S. Elenor’s Glee Club, and some elementary students used music, art and candlelight to dramatize the message of the First Christmas. Our Senior Class and Student Council President, Dennis Versiackas, whether in front of the school at the podium, or working quietly behind the scenes with other Student Council members, commanded the respect of faculty and students year round. Two very special spotlighters, S. Anna Vincent and Fr. Fichtner, found time in their busy schedules to discuss the lighter side of running a school. SPECTACULAR SPOTLIGHTERS oiled reesreanensancinamapacesacseny + t | : i } : N = | 8 pa Nd ; SA a 2S ha — aS Nh = ; Hp A | S N: | ! i ee : | f i ! WP CAZZT RNIN TY) WS SE} i if ] , ay ; | NL | THe SS SS i X. a 4 i . fe 1 ly i ve 3 g Oo LIGHT «x x x Since the dawning of history, scholars of life have studied their world and passed on their valuable knowledge to amibitious learners. Here in our own unique community of Newton Catholic, young men and women acquire an understanding of the past and present as they prepare for their futures with the quidance of our special scholars, our teachers. In classes and activities, they remind us of the lessons of the past, help us comprehend our present, and challenge us to realize our potentials. As the dawn’s early light reveals a new day, their instruction reveals a new life to us. S. ANNA VINCENT Who can walk into an auditorium and fill four buses with fans in the span of five minutes? Who can influence each of us to take on the personal responsibility for the success of the ad drive? Who has a knack for seeing the hidden talent in people? And who has given us the chance to expose that talent? Who could possibly make an imprint on so many lives by simply being herself? Who else but Sister Anna Vincent? In the four years we have known her, Sarge has been our disciplinarian, supporter, chief critic, and friend. She has offered us her hand in congratulations, and her shoulder to lean on in consolation. Sarge has demanded our respect and received it. She has challenged our spirit and witnessed it. The position of principal requires the energies of a totally committed individual. A successful principal must want the best for the school and work toward attaining it. Sister Anna Vincent does this. Striving to be a professional in all she undertakes, Sarge provides N.C. with a back-bone of support. Thank you Sarge for being there and teaching us to reach for the stars. POLICY MAKERS As a small Catholic school, we depend on the support of many dedicated people who contribute their time and encouragement. Our administrator, Father Robert Fichtner, is one of these people. In addition to overseeing the upkeep and maintenance of our school, he shows a sincere interest in the students, faculty, and their activities. The pastors of Our Lady Help of Christians, and Sacred Heart, Monsignors John J. McManmon, and William T. Granville, donate valuable support by subsidizing expenses, and working closely with the School Board. Newton Catholic’s Sanaa oard, some of whose members are here pictured, succeeds in creating better understanding and wider support of Catholic education. All of these people share in the responsibility for the effectiveness of Newton Catholic’s educational program. tren A Dek. @ea POUT TE s . x 2 : = FACULTY A few special people have dawned in our lives who inspire us to do the impossible, dare us to understand the incredible, and challenge us to strive for the unreachable. These are the starry- eyed people who light our todays. As students, growing in the personal environment of Newton Catholic, we have come to know the faculty members as more than just advisors and disciplinarians, but as inspirators and challengers. We now challenge you to match these quotations and characteristics of thinkers and doers in our nation’s past to the faculty members that they describe. Like Paul Revere, he shares a love for the North End of Boston. YOOUIeAA PAeYIIY PW “gS “Those who bring sunshine to the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves.”” James Matthew Barrie ueJOW Uda|UeY “S “€ Thomas Jefferson was a man of strong dedication to his work and a man of high ideals. This teacher also possesses these qualities. SeWOY] 997 IW “1 “He or she is greatest who contributes the greatest original practical example.” Walt Whitman enery Aew °S “O L This person displays the image of Henry Clay, ‘The Great Compromiser.” Ajayeg sayeyd “IW “LL “It is not enough to do good, one must do it the right way,” are the words of John Viscount Morley. aUuMOIg BdI|V “S “Z She, like Mary Draper, is a determined woman who thrives on loyalty and hard work like farming. SEWOU] JUdI| “SYW “P “Two roads diverged in a wood, and I- | took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference,” wrote the poet, Robert Frost. Aydunw Aiew Ss ‘ZL He can be called the Bosney Oldfield of N.C. because he is like Mr. Oldfield, a daredevil car tester and racer. Kajaei5 ydaso{ uw 6 This teacher abides by the philosophy of Thomas Edison that, “Genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration.” Jayseyjey ayapeusag °S “9 She can be compared to Stephen Foster because of her devotion to music. aueay JOUI|] ‘S Z ‘| know not what course others may take, but as tor me, give me liberty or give me death.” Patrick Henry s980]Ss9q UYO[ Ip Ss 23 Abigail Adams felt the need to make those around her aware of the importance and quality of women. We feel this teacher reflects such an attitude. e|JOUDSO-=: Ueal “SAP “1 Inside the classroom, as well as out, this man teaches, ‘‘Speak softly. It is better to rule by love than fear.’’ David Bates SUIMOC AOII] “14 °S The social awareness and concern for humanity of Eleanor Roosevelt are exemplified in the personality of this teacher. aheyjny Avew “sup g ‘‘Those who are quite satisfied sit still and do nothing; those who are not quite satisfied are the sole benefactors of the world.’” W.S. Landor YS|eM SIO] SSIW 6 “It takes two to speak the truth, one to SpEaN and another to hear,’ was said by horeau but may be applied to this thoughtful teacher. YIWS J94do}si4yD AW “9 Realizing the importance of involving yOUns people in athletics, Jesse Owens, ike one of our teachers, has dedicated personal talent to achieve this purpose. Jaddag aulydasof ‘saw Z This teacher, like Ben Hawkins, a French interpreter in the American Revolution, shows others how to understand foreign languages and cultures. neiaeq piAeq AW ‘LP Humorist Will Rogers and this teacher share the philosoph y, “I never met a person | didn’t like.” yryedzjy anf “s “¢ Gilbert Newton Louis was a successful teacher who inspired and motivated his students to continually work to achieve scientific advancements. This teacher has the same goal. UIPeW asad] Yioqezily °S “LL “Whatever makes men good Christians, makes men good citizens.” Daniel Webster’s quotation describes this teacher. SIOUUOZ) LAqOY “14 “OL .Like Ralph Waldo Emerson, this teacher believes, ‘Nothing is at last sacred but the integrity of your own mind.” ludeW jalueq “IW Z AN Ve VN; WN, NN) Me SEK 2x SS lide Ss 2 oS cK SS Ss SS eK Lele . x s YL ee. SS SPA SS SS De Waele 24 Ss Newton Catholic is fortunate to have an association of parents, teachers, alumni and supportive friends, who sponsor fund raising activities for our academic and sports programs and who lend support to the principals and administration. Headed by President Ron Palkey and officers: Russell Hunt, Karol Downey, Joan Prendiville, Jeanne Walsh and Mary Gentile, the P.T.A. and its special committees energetically promote the Newton Catholic 5000 Club, Guil-Bola, the Play Ad Book and the Spring Garage Sale. Because of their selfless contributions, the P.T.A. projects a spirit which encourages all of us. SUPPORTING PERSONNEL Fulfilling the necessary day to day services for our students and faculty, the cafeteria women and the office helpers are dependable and hardworking. The cafeteria women, headed by Mrs. Jan Wallace, serve hundreds of high school and elementary students at break and lunch with nutritious menus. Unselfishly giving many hours of their time, as well as their skills, are Mrs. Pat Donellon, Mrs. Mary Maguire and Mrs. Mary Rice. These women help the office run smoothly and effectively. We seldom take the opportunity to thank these people and let them know how much they are needed but they are important at Newton Catholic and their work is genuinely appreciated. Pag! SO REET SIRES iat a aC A a ba bo NEWSFLASH: APRIL 6, 1896 ATHENS, GREECE ‘The first U.S. team ever to compete in the World Olympic Games has just landed here. The team of forty male and female athletes display unity and national pride. The great support of the throng who followed the team to the stadium will encourage them throughout the competition.” YN Sports at Newton Catholic is a combination of hard work and enjoyment. Our teams, although not always champions, display an unending sense of school pride and team unity. Victory is our relentless goal, however, the one major difference that sets our school apart is that winning is not the ultimate goal, loyalty is. Our fans’ loyalty as well as the super spirit which is generated at all of our games are both characteristics which make our sports program so enjoyable and unique. Our team had three great new coaches this year, Thomas Raeke, John Papalia, and Paul Doty, who brought with them new ideas and attitudes. They showed us amore personal system and taught us pride in ourselves and our team. It was made clear to us that their doors were always open. They made it their business to help us with our problems and really become a part of us. Most importantly, they taught us how to fight back and to win. The seniors and everyone would like to thank them for a rewarding and memorable season. a0 FRONT (L to R): Paul Casella, Bill Carey, Dennis Versiackas, Tom Sbordone, Dennis Cameron, Paul Terry, Jay Black- ington, Bill Whelton, Tim Murtagh, Bill Kidik, Kevin Delli- Colli. MIDDLE (L to R): Tony Sbordone, Mike Swan, John Rice, Tom Carey, Lenny Connaughton, Mike DiSabato, Wally Maguire, Dave Coletti, Mike Cullen, Jim Curran, Coach 30 Thomas Raeke. BACK (L to R): Dave Girouard, Rich Murphy, Louie Abruzzi, Pat Caruso, Danny MacEwen, Jim Schmidlein, Bill Kearney, Rich Laferriere, Steve Olivo, Rich Venditti. MISSING: Coach Paul Doty, Coach John Papalia, Mgr. Mark O’Brien. FOOTBALL : % . _ Wee ait aE The ’75 Football season, which was ac- tion-packed and spirit-filled, will long be remembered at N.C. We opened with a bitter 8-0 loss to St. Clements, but that was to be our last. We carried a four- game winning streak into our showdown with unbeaten Arlington Catholic. Inspired by four bus-loads of fans, we fought bravely but had to settle for a 20- 20 tie. Although our championship dream had seemingly burst, we closed out with two impressive victories highlighted by a 26-8 defeat over champion St. Mary’s. A 6-1-1 record, along with eleven returning juniors, leaves hope and promise for the ‘76 team to capture the title which evaded us. VARSITY (L to R): Kathy Walsh, Astrid Doherty, Mary Carter, Donna Cocuzzo, Colleen Maslowski, Sue Bergin. KNEELING (L to R): Anne Marie LaPorta, Karen O'Hara, Co-Capt. Barbara McCabe, Co-Capt. Sandy Fay, Judy Walsh. CHEERLEADING — Seiprereets omy Enthusiastically encouraging school spirit is part of the job that the cheerleaders at N.C. have successfully undertaken. The girls in purple and gold are out in front at every football and basketball game. The work goes beyond this. Organizing motorcades and hiring buses, holding pep rallies and making posters to decorate both school and locker rooms are just a few of the activities our cheerleaders do to keep players and fans starry- eyed. JUNIOR VARSITY STANDING (L to R): Nancy Kiley, Patty Newman, Anne Hunt, Arline MacCormack, Beth King, Maura Daly. KNEELING (L to R): Joanne Coletti, Co-Capt. Doreen Paglia, Mascot Katie Webber, Co-Capt. Theresa DiLoffi, Karen DiRusso. a5 GIRL’S VARSITY BASKETBALL FRONT (L to R): Ronnie Pepper, Carol Finelli, Co-Capt. Maureen Mann, Co- Capt. Cheryl Grant, Patty Sweeney, Sandy Bradley. BACK (L to R): Mgr. Darlene Clemente, Mgr. Anne Marie LaPorta, Regina Bergin, Gail Sullivan, Julie Clark, Kathy Bradley, Mgr. Maureen Donnelly, Coach Doreen DelGrosso. BASKETBALL Caring and sharing can either make or break a basketball team. These qualities MADE the girls’ team. The varsity team consisted of seven spirited seniors and three industrious underclassmen who always shared both victory and defeat together as a team. Coach Doreen Del Grosso, with the help of moderator Sr. Kathy Moran provided a new spark which ignited the team to put forth its best, physically and mentally. Co-Captains Cheryl Grant and Maureen Mann kept the girls striving for success and reminded them that, “You can't always win, but you never lose until you quit.” ' || Us ORS GIRLS’ J.V. BASKETBALL FRONT (L to R): Teresa Canty, Paula LaPorta, Co-Capt. Alicia Rahall, Co-Capt. Mary Gentile, Chris Mahoney. BACK (L to R): Coach Joanne Kearney, Anne Dougherty, Sheila Daly, Andrea DePasquale, Mary DeFilippo, Mgr. Darlene Clemente. BOYS’ J.V. BASKETBALL FRONT (L to R): Bill Kearney, Mark Waters, Tim Hoban. BACK (L to R): Asst. Coach Dave Shepard, Mark O’Brien, Harry McShane, Rich Proia, Steve Venditti, Coach Thomas McNiff. Missing: John O’Brien. The J.V. years are an important time in the life of any high school athlete. It is during this time that the individual realizes the true meaning of teamplay. The J.V. players spend time combining their talents, learning from mistakes and understanding the need of the other members of the bee The player must learn to accept victory and defeat ina way that will PDE poe to the school. Without doubt, these goals have been accomplished this past year. Loyalty is the best word to describe our '75-'76 basketball season. The Lancers were constantly involved in close, pressure-filled games that demanded the fans’ unrelenting cheers and encouragement which succeeded in keeping up the team’s morale despite many defeats in extremely close contests. Four games were decided by a total of seven points but the players never gave up spirit and won the hearts of the people in the stands. Our team ran into hard luck even prior to the season's opener. A leg injury hampered Captain Tim Murtagh. Dan Taylor, a promising junior, broke his ankle early in the season and was never able to regain his form. At this point, some teams may have folded, but led by second year mentor, Mike Foley, we played each game as if it were our last. Our highlights included impressive victories over St. Mary’s and St. Patrick’s, third and fourth respectively in the league. Our most impressive game resulted in our hardest defeat, a 73-70 overtime to Jeremiah Burke, winner of the Boston City League. Chris Hunt, Ron Mout Paul Webber, Bob Cronin, Paul Terry, Coach-Mike Foley. KNEELING (L to R): Dan Taylor, Jeff Beatrice, —S son Steve eat Co- -Capt. Dennis i Ze NEWSFLASH: 1926 ROSELAND BALLROOM, NEW YORK GUY ‘Today John Giola, a twenty-three year old man, shattered the present dance marathon record by dancing a previously unconceivable 2272 hours. Mr. Giola cited his youthful physical and mental conditioning as the key to his feat.” Bursting in Air is the appropriate title for the dance performed each day by our troupe of underclassmen. In their repertoire are the sweeping hand motions of friendly waves, the rhythmic foot tapping to the harmonic music of classroom voices and the pirouettes to look at someone who has called out their name. The endurance of our exuberant dancers is unquestionable for they untiringly begin their performances anew with each school day. tae esate 2 FRESHMEN As they stepped through the door of N.C. High in September, the Freshmen began a new phase of life. Beginning something new is not always easy, as they soon realized. Some were skeptical, some excited, but all of them wondered what high school would be like. In becoming a part of the student body, the skepticism faded and the excitement began to shine. 45 | eras ‘ 4 Serre” | + aoe VES SSS WEP HS 0 so es TUOH Se 4 Caner’ e222 22 es PT oa im a eg - + ee -? - -ee? Pe ald ne eee oe ee +o oee eer ee SOPHOMORES And suddenly we’re not the new kids in the school anymore! We have made it through the academic and social struggles that come with being Freshmen. Sophomore year is the time to be carefree and easy-going. We can laugh more easily and we don’t have to worry yet about careers and colleges. Being a Sophomore means building lasting friendships and belonging. We can relax, enjoy life and really become a part of what’s happening. Next year we'll be upperclassmen! | ' J 49 } ‘ i Being ajunioris. . . Jumping to reach the stars with friends, Understanding the giving tree and how to trust others, Needing someone to talk to about the next history test, Inquiring about careers and colleges, Organizing the prom and class trips, Remembering all the worrying over SAT’s, Stopping to think about all the good times we had. JUNIORS hei NEWSFLASH: JUNE 26, 1945 — SAN FRANCISCO ‘Today fifty-one nations of the world met together and signed the newly adopted Charter of the United Nations. The basic goals of this organization are to provide for the development of each individual nation while preserving its uniqueness.” 56 So proudly hailed is our senior class for its ever- increasing spirit and enthusiasm. This is the class that marched through River City, sold ecology Stationery, and exchanged cold pricklies and warm fuzzies. This senior class, like the U.N., came together with a common goal to learn, to grow, and to develop, to reach for the stars. Sum up four years, in so few pages? Impossible! We've shared ourselves. This has made each of us richer. How we'd love to do it again, just once more. Yet wanting to, we move on, Continuing our journey, following a path that will lead us into our futures. Sy ae eek ege” 1 a se aert wees inagseet: i Weng eaaett th res aed woottttot eat? tap ithe eg ee: CO U). atthed) Leslie We are a Class, united. We are each senior, standing alone. Together we share a special strength Which will always be a part of us. EO, ins. Y a @ - : = wa = To e) v 5 o X ce ASS =} = CaO a 2 p DEY YO ° oe 2 AS aS = Ge} Ge} d= Fe} 5 Da tOaa Oe: se Soe ihe my S @) AS om © we DYHZTS soy atVhopoe SC mo ST oO o e wove WF 6 = = asi — The past was fun, The present is secure, but the future is so uncertain. We don’t want to leave, yet the time has come to go. How can we make it without each other? We'll look for new friends, and we'll find them, or they will find us. But you will always be special, Because these four years are a, once in a life, time. 66 mE You were always there. You have always had so much to give. We have always had so much to give. I’ll always remember. . . “Dave, can we see your Lab Book?” Bearded Clam Warm Fuzzies, Cold Pricklies “Wouldn’t it be Lovely?” Hillcrest “Did | ever tell you the story about. . .?” Maureen’s, Colleen’s and Matthew’s Parties “Shipoopee”’ Carolyn’s 50 Chevy Superstar Cabot Park Silent (?) studies in auditorium “Wells Fargo” Home away from home — the office M.D.C. Parties Mr. Ginnety’s, ‘‘What’s My Line’ “Hey Gang”’ ish-chay-jay Food fights “No Coffee” Weze and Ann Perk, the otter Water Fights ‘How about a candy bar?” Spaceman ‘My ring turned black.”’ Dexter Karol R-O-W-D-I-E 68 Snowball fights in the smoker Beach Boys Rivalry between ’75 and '76 Thirty-five kids in the office Mt. Monadnock Developmental reading “Seniors remain in the auditorium. . .” “Friends, Romans, Countrymen. . .” Mr. Holt’s pipe Mr. and Mrs. Dillon Graduation Chorus Ms. Jean’s shower Purple and Gold Day “Going to the Prom?” “No.” Four busloads of fans The ski trip that never was “Who was your big brother or sister?” MacDonald’s Day “The Boston Strangler’ — Part 2 “Ben” and Brenda Wooley “Shout out my Soul” Free Lance Miss Putnam French pizza parlor Mr. Buckley “Visit To A Small Planet” Brownie Points We said, ‘Yeah, yeah, yeah!” Chinese Food Spain via Africa “Fiddler” Retreat pillow fights and volleyball The hardest part of being a senior is saying, “Good-bye,” And realizing that this time it doesn’t mean, “I'll see you tomorrow.” ces a mnsar, We are a Class, remembering the past. We are each senior, anticipating the future. Yesterday’s stars shine in our eyes. Tomorrows areemade by yesterday’s starry-eyed. A: : NEWSFLASH: MARCH 12, 1976 NEWTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL NEWTON, MASSACHUSETTS ‘Today, the yearbook staff of Newton Catholic High School submitted the final pages of their book. The staff attributed the success of the book to several factors: long hours, hard work, indepth historical research and the fact that they were starry-eyed. The staff consists of: Editor-in-Chief: Julie Clark Business Editor: Dennis Cameron Lay-out Editor: Cheryl Drew Copy Editor: Colleen Maslowski Photo Editor: Lorraine Weston Regina Bergin Sue Laferriere Susan Bergin Anne Marie LaPorta Rose Buffone Barbara McCabe’ David Coletti Brian McIntyre Astrid Doherty John Murtagh Rose Gemma Mary Palkey Cheryl Grant Paul Terry The yearbook staff would like to thank Dick Lowe of Hunter Publishing Co., the photographers of Purdy Studios, our school photographer Ed Caliguri, Mr. Lee Thomas for sharing his fantastic knowledge of history, and Brian Mcintyre for his magnificent artwork. The staff would like to give special recognition to the two moderators, Mi ss Lois Walsh and Mrs. Irene Thomas. These two people shared their time, talent and ideas in a way that brought a professional yet personal attitude into the book.” 74 shared is special. It is about us. We-ate the pa have just We aré oO n zee ig) iS) ced) OF © ae Ny es oO. A” oe —— as ced) — 4 ie) — far} = x = ‘ey Same i IZ ed) G Sas far will are living in it. so that US. S , : yOu, in turn | with. oo s through wide hide them from - 76 “All men have the stars,”” he answered, “but they are not the same things for different people. For some, who are travelers, the Stars are guides. For others, they are no more than little lights in the sky. For others, who are scholars, they are problems. For my businessman they were wealth. But all these stars are silent. You ... you alone ... will have the stars as no one else has tt them. Copyright © Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, Inc. 1943. Used by permission from THE LITTLE PRINCE by Antoine de Saint Exupery. Twilight; the time just after sunset, when the stars come out, or sometimes just before sunrise. Twilights are a part of all that we experience: a tourney softball team, a no-hit baseball game, a special dance at the prom, the resounding applause during ‘Fiddler’, a flickering candle at graduation. Kneeling (L to R) Mark O’Brien, Gerry Moriarity, Bob Priante, Bill Carey, Co-Capt. Tom Sbordone, Co-Capt. Dennis Cameron, Jay Blackington, Paul Casella. Standing (L to R) Coach Chuck Enos, Dan McEwen, Bill Kidik, Mike Swan, Kevin Maslowski, Rich Venditti, Tom Carey, Mike DiSabato, John Rice, Paul Webber, Jeff Beatrice, Jack Foy, Steve Venditti, Asst. Coach John DesLoges. (Missing Paul Terry) The 1976 Baseball season was an exciting and successful one. The Lancers posted a 9-7 record but were 7-1 at the half way mark. The only loss during the opening weeks was at the hands of St. Clement’s. Wins were hard to come by during the second half of the campaign. However, Coaches Chuck Enos and John DesLoges kept the team alive in every contest. Close, exciting games were often the case throughout the year. Six games were decided by a margin of one run. Five of those games were won or lost during the last inning. Many talented underclassmen, including six returning starters, should help form a championship team in ‘77. satan RNP Die Mente t hen emesrtigsaicy Kneeling (L to R) Mary Palkey, Anne Marie LaPorta, Kathy Rogers, Andrea DePasquale, Maureen Mann, Paula LaPorta, Beth King, Sandra Bradley. Standing (L to R) Coach Sister Kathleen Moran, Mgr. Darlene Clemente, Joan Donellon, Pattie Cocuzzo, Regina Bergin, Colleen Maslowski, Donna Murphy, Sue Bergin, Barbara Foster, Rosa Buffone, Sheila Daly, Asst. Coaches Irene and Lee Thomas. Missing: Kathy Foster, Maureen Conboy, Mgrs. Sue Brady and Mary Shea. The 1975-76 Softball season was a rewarding one, especially for those who have watched the team’s progress in the past three years. The girls, along with coaches S. Kathy Moran and Irene and Lee Thomas, were determined to do well this season, and they did. After many hours of striving to catch line drives hit by Mr. Thomas, practicing a two second sprint to first base, and learning to safely slide into home plate, the team entered the Catholic Softball Tournament. It was a big jump in three years, and with only four seniors leaving, next year’s season looks even more promising. Fiddler’. So many emotions are tied up in that one word. A part of ourselves was in that production. So many people were involved, from the scenery builders and costume makers, to the director and the performers themselves. ‘Fiddler’ brought a message to the N.C. stage. It told of Jews in Russia in 1905 and students in Newton Catholic in 1976. The message was unity. We were constantly interacting and learning from each other. Double casting, a unique idea, aided in bringing us together. It meant so much to so many of us; because of the hours we spent, the friends we made, the moments we shared. After three months of painting, building, singing, rehearsing, crying, and laughing, the show went on. It went on with realistic scenery and delightful music. It went on with all of the spirit and magnificence that Chris Smith brought to each and every member of the cast. It was a production filled with energy and life. L'Chiam! pestis i: 2 Mian 4 4 � final time amazing Dance w Impossib Impossib Build ah Impossib Create a Our hearts were sad as we left Anatevka that , but we rejoiced when we realized the things we had done . ith real bottles balanced on hats? e. We did it. Put two people in the same role and still come through with an individuality of characters? e. We did it. ouse that turns around? e. We did it. green ghost ten feet high? e. We did it. 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