Punchard High School - Prism Yearbook (Andover, MA)

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FACULTY DIRECTOR

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PUNCHARD HIGH SCHOOL PUNCHARD HIGH SCHOOL has long been a source of pride to its students and to the people of Andover. Since the year 1957 is the finale for Punchard as the high school of Andover, as well as the finale of our high school years, we, the class of 1957, wish to dedicate this yearbook to PUNCHARD and all it has stood for throughout the years. PUNCHARD ODE Our dear Alma Mater, Fair Punchard, all hail! In faith ever filial and true. Our pledge of a love for thee never to fail, Again hand in hand we renew; To thee in the spirit and light of the hour. This oasis green of our way — All gemmed with bright stars of our hope in the flower, We bring a fresh garland today! 4

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Mr. Edward Erickson Your theme, All the World ' s a Stage, suggests the parallel that exists between your period of preparation here at Punchard and the rehearsals for a successful play. Much the same qualities are required in both situations. The discipline of the theatre teaches fundamental values recognized since the days of the Greek dramatists, an age which, incidentally, produced great philosophers and thinkers. In the theatre, it is not enough that one know his lines — essential though this is. There is other knowledge that must be gained and exercised. There is the necessity for teamwork. One learns that the starring roles are limited in number, but that the supporting cast is important too. Poise, competence, and a good perspective are attributes which serve equally well, on or off the stage. More important still is the subordi- nation of self; the play ' s the thing, and not the individual ' s part. Finally, there is the deeply ingrained determination that finds expression in the phrase the show must go on. These are some of the accomplishments I hope you have acquired in your rehearsal for adult life. Over and above the subjects you have pursued, your teachers have endeavored to impart to you these other values that will stand you in good stead as you step forth on a broader stage. My best wishes for a long and successful career. Edward Erickson, Superintendent of Schools BON VOYAGE, SENIORS It is time for you, like ships, to leave the home port and set sail for other harbors over uncharted seas. Your pilots will be dropped, and you will be plotting the courses for yourselves. Some ships will find stormy weather and others will have calmer seas. You, as ships, may long for the se- curity of the sheltered harbors of home ports; but you must have faith in yourselves and sail on. Increasingly, the happiness and welfare of others will depend upon your skill and faithfulness in charting a true course. For three years at Punchard you have been getting ready to take these responsibilities for others, and they will be trusting you to be prepared. We wish for you smooth sailing to ports of greater opportunity and the lasting satisfaction that comes from having achieved a goal. R. R. Williams says: One ship drives east, another drives west While the selfsame breezes blow; ' Tis the set of the sail and not the gale That- bids them where to go. Bon Voyage, Seniors. Lindsay J. March, Headmaster Mr. Lindsay March