Perth Amboy High School - Reflections / Periscope Yearbook (Perth Amboy, NJ)

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Foreword Looking back over our four years of high school, we realize that we have created a pattern, with each individual in the Class of '57 contributing his own personality and efforts to its development. Each of us began with one simple line. Association with our administra- tors, teachers, and fellow students provided motivation and guid- ance for this line to flow smoothly. As we acquired knowledge in our classes, the basic design was strengthened. As we discovered new outlets for our interests, the directions broadened. As we grew united, our paths merged and blended, giving harmonious form to our pattern. With each section of our book representing a vital segment in our design, we have tried to show how the component factors in our high school education have prepared us to assume our places in the complex pattern of life.

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Dedication MISS CLARA PETERSEN We shall recall many teachers with much affection, and none more fondly than Miss Clara Petersen, our instructor in Senior English. Miss Petersen's constructive criticism and valuable counsel are marks of genuine interest sincerely offered. Her ability and dedication to her work, her wisdom and dignity, her subtle sense of humor have won for her the esteem and devotion of all her pupils. Exacting in her standards, Miss Petersen has given us many things, but most important of all, she has led us to a clearer understanding and true appreciation of the arts and inspired us to go beyond classroom learning. It is with deep respect and admiration that we dedicate our book to Miss Petersen. 4

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In Memoriam The sudden death of Mr. Raymond Mejdak last December was a great shock to all of us and cause for deep sorrow. Mr. Mejdak taught mathematics in our high school for over twenty-one years. He was very patient and understanding, always more than willing to help us. Wishing to share the pleasure he experienced in playing chess, he founded and advised the Chess Club. He contributed a great deal to the culture of the community. A talented poet and musician, he composed a requiem mass which was performed several years ago in memory of his father. Earnest, gentle, kindly, a person of diversified interests and tastes, Mr. Mejdak made a very real contribution to our world. He will be sorely missed in these Halls of Ivy. MR. RAYMOND MEJDAK 6