Paxton High School - Reflector Yearbook (Paxton, IL)

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Baccalaureate and Commencement The day that almost everyone has partially dreaded, yet eagerly awaited, finally has come. The Senior Class of 1964, walking down the aisle in their traditional caps and gowns, take their Baccalaureate processional, places on the stage while parents watch with pride, and a touch of sadness. Each year, for more than thirty years. Seniors have crossed the P.C.H.S. stage to received their diplomas. Then, after the ceremonies, they have wandered through the school, remembering. But the thoughts of what lay ahead have often caused them to turn and walk away. So it was this year. Many of the graduates had proudly received honors, yet even they hated to leave. The students graduating in the top ten per cent of their class wore gold cords around their necks and are pictured at right. Pictured next to them are: Larry Turner, who won the Condit Scholarship; Jerry Ulrich, who won the Denny Darr award; and Glenn Currie, who won the National Honor Society Scholarship. Best of luck Seniors! Mr. Starkey presents diploma to Senior Class President, Gary Chapman. Reflector dedication presentation. 28

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Class Day Upper left: Moving up of classes led by Senior Class President, Donna Zumwalt. Lower left: Reflector dedication to Mrs. Ireland and Mr. Smith by Editor Gary Chapman. Lower right: Senior Class prophecy on Class Day. The crowning event of each Senior year at Paxton High is Class Day. Feelings vary among the Seniors, who realize they’ll not be back at P.C.H.S. again. At that time too, the “green” Freshmen progress to Sophomores, being replaced by a newer, “greener” group from across the street. This day’s activities create the proper atmosphere for the closing day of school—organized chaos—a bit frenzied—a bit nostalgic—excited—anticipatory confusion.

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Left: Glenn Currie, National Honor Society Upper right: Scholarship. Jerry Ulrich—Denny Darr Award. Larry Turner—Condit Scholarship. Presenting the class of ’64. Lower: '64 Honor Students Robin Elkin, Richard Furrer, Tim Moore, Russ Anderson, Gary Chapman, Jane Lundy, Carol Johnson, Kathy Dunnan, Anne Rinkenberger, Don Jones, and Chip Pacey.