R S McLaughlin Collegiate and Vocational Institute - Haggis Yearbook (Oshawa, Ontario Canada)

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Dec. 10 - Newly- installed time clock is used for opening of basketball season. Dec. 15 - Wildest Parliament to date -first filibuster and motion to stop the clock. Credit goes to Brian Wilson. Dec. 17 - Carol Night A new event at McLaughlin, the Christmas Carol Night was held on the evening of December 17th. Our auditorium resounded with carols and was filled with the Spirit of Christmas , as the programme was called. The choir, junior and senior bands performed under the direction of Mr. Crosbie. Our special guests were the Ridgeway Senior Public School choir and their conductor, Mr. Parks. The Parkwood Minstrels delighted all present with their folk music. The stage, under the direction of Mr. Palmer was decorated with a huge tree. When Santa appeared to the tune of Tango for Santa it signalled the end of a marvellous evening. Jane Mason Dec. 21 - Christmas Celeigh The stillness of the crisp, cold evening on Decem- ber 21st was suddenly shattered by the roar of laughter and merrymaking which spread rapidly throughout the halls of M. C.V.I, welcoming in the Christmas Season. Once again this annual spect- acle provided sparkling entertainment, provided by the Forms, whose skits passed the unsympathetic judgement unleashed upon them by the Board of Censors . llA ' s, ' ' Paul Revides Rear was awarded top honours with Terry Glecoff accepting the non- existent trophy. Honourable mentions went to Forms IOC and 13A for their skit effort. A short, lively dance in the gym created atmosphere for the remainder of the evening, while refreshments were served in the cafeteria. Many thanks are extended to Mr. Kolodzie and the entire staff, for their expert handling of the gala affair. Lloyd Hircock. Dec. 22 - Last Day of School - Yea! 68 Jan. 4 - Return to School - Ugh! Jan. 7 - Parent ' s Night Approximately 850 parents came to our first Parents ' Night, arranged by the Guidance Depart- ment, assisted by the Guidance Club, and student secretaries. The band entertained before Mr. Roberts wel- comed those present, and then the interviews took place to the great satisfaction of parents and teachers - if not all students! Coffee and cookies were served in the cafeteria, ending an evening voted a rousing success by all who attended. Jan. 8 - Official opening of basketball season and first sock hop of the school year. Jan. 9 - School Curling Team (Rink) placed third in Schoolboy Bonspiel at Lindsay. Jan. 15 - Yellow Banana For the January dance the school gym was trans- formed into a coffee house (minus the coffee) called the yellow banana and featuring the Parkwood Minstrels, M. C.V.I. ' s newest and only folk-singing group. Terry Glecoff, Barry Cory, Bob Fitches and Warren Maglll, all worked hard to bring the spirit of a Hootenanny to their audience. The background of brightly coloured guitars hanging from the stage produced the proper atmos- phere for the folkniks. The attendance was poor but I think those who did attend enjoyed themselves thoroughly.

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Nov. 6 - Sadie Hawkin ' s Dance About the hour of 8:00 p.m. the doors of the M. C.V.I, swung open to reveal the final efforts of the Sadie Hawkins Dance Committee. A farm scene was constructed on stage (thanks to Mr. Palmer) consisting of a barn surrounded by trees, hay, corn and pumpkins. This year, along with a Marry ' n Sam (brilliantly played by Mel D.), Divorc ' n Dan was added to the entertainment. He, too, was a success, but as it neared the closing of the even- ing, Dan (John J.) was forced to yield to demand and converted his shack into a marrying booth. As the dance was advertised as hard time, it gave many students the chance to look sloppy with a legal excuse. Football sweaters were worn by many boys, while pig-tails and shorts seemed to be the style for the girls. Jan Ward. Nov. 9 - Senior Track Team placed second in C.O.S. S.A. at Norwood for cross-country running. Nov. 10 - Remembrance Day Service In a solemn service the students met in the assembly in memory of those who gave their lives in the wars for our freedom. Mr. Hill lead our thoughts and the band accompanied our song. Nov. 11 - Remembrance Day The Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister represented the school in the placement of a memorial wreath at the cenotaph. Nov. 13 - The McLaughlin C.V.I. Senior Commence- ment Exercises were held on Friday, November 13, 1964. On that evening all those students of last year ' s grades XI, XII and Xin who had earned Proficiency Awards, individual subject awards, diplomas, honour bars and crests were presented with their prizes by various members of the school faculty and guests. At selected interludes during the evening, the audience was treated to excellent performances by the M. C.V.I, band and newly- formed Glee Club. Nov. 25 - Christmas Exams begin. Dec. 4 - Christmas Exams end. Dec. 4 - Music Option Party On Friday, Dec. 4th the McLaughlin Music Council held a music party. The band and choir were the hosts to this dance. The newest top hit parade songs were played. The guests were also serenaded by the Jane Street Minstrels, a very good folk- singing trio composed of three talented McLaughlinites. It was a lively evening. Don Woods Dec. 7 - Michael Starr addressed students on his career in politics as Labour Minister with the Conservative government, followed by an informa- tive discussion period. 67

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Jan. 19 - Classes were photographed as a group for Haggis rather than individual pictures as in previous years. Jan. 26 - Limelighters attended performance of Baker Street at O ' Keefe Centre. Jan. 28, 29, 30 - Play - Life with Father For three successful nights in succession the MCVI Drama Club staged, Life With Father . This was an outstanding portrayal of Victorian Days in the 1890 ' s. Although there were not less than a dozen belly laughs, there was a continuous trickle of chuckles from beginning to end. The audiences enjoyed the performances. The Drama Club enjoyed performing and Mr. Palmer enjoyed producing. The play was truly enjoyed. Jerry Addington Feb. 2 - Limelighters enjoyed the performance of The Deputy at the Crest Theatre. Feb. 4 - On February 4th the Crest Hour Company entertained the 12 ' s and 13 ' s in the M. C.V.I, gym. The group of five actors led by Barbara Chilcott, one of Canada ' s top actresses, took a number of Short Poems and the first two scenes from King Lear and performed them excellently. The most outstanding piece was Passion, Poison and Petri- faction by George B. Shaw. This ridiculous comedy had everyone weeping with laughter (in the audience, mainly), and was well enjoyed. It is too bad that the rest of the school couldn ' t have seen this extremely fine performance. Jerry Addington Feb. 9 - The highly- rated play Amour Medicen in Lindsay was attended by a group of McLaughlin students. Feb. 12 - Student Teaching Day Student ' s Day was held this year on February 12th. The object of the day was to give to various stu- dents the opportunity to plan a lesson and to teach. There was a student teacher for each morning class. Knees weakened teeth chattered voices faltered, but when all was over a few stu- dent teachers were actually heard to say they enjoyed it! Feb. 12 - Valentine Dance This evening saw one of the most enjoyable and financially successful social events in MCVI ' s history. The theme was that of St. Valentine ' s Day, suggested by large, red hearts fastened to the basketball backboards. Lucky couples won school rings in the spot dances. Giving these distinctive rings has begun to become a traditional prize at our dances. A good tradition, I think. This dance was an experiment: PURPOSE: To determine if live entertainment can be used successfully at an MCVI dance. APPARATUS: A good rhythm blues or rock ' n roll band, a large group of McLaughlinites and the gym (in this case, the band was the CONDORS) METHOD: Put the band up on the stage Introduce them Watch them do their show Watch the reaction of the student body OBSERVATIONS: The band put on a real gear performance. The kids loved the band and want to have more in the future. CONCLUSIONS: If possible, we will try to get bands for some of the dances next year. Terry Glecoff Feb. 27 - Kiwanis Music Festival This year McLaughlin entered two bands in the Kiwanis Music Festival. Our Junior Band placed third and Senior Band fourth. With a new music teacher and a higher class of competition, our bands are to be heartily congratulated. March 3 - Canada ' s new controversial maple leaf flag flew for the first time from our school ' s flag pole.