St Josephs High School - HiWay Yearbook (South Bend, IN)

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Father W,jll(=r Bly appears ple is rj lo take p-jrt in the seniors ' Itisl moss toqether. Mrs. Ihomds Hdmpson letjrjs the choriis during the mass. The seniors gather outside of Sacred Heart before proceeding into the church. ' ' Baccdlduredte ' 81 Baccalaureate mass was held on May 21, 1981, m the Sacred Heart Church on the University of Notre Dame cam- pus. Seniors lingered outside of the church lining up, discussing gradu- ation, and taking pictures in their newly acquired gowns. During the mass, the chorus provided music, led by Mrs. Thomas Hampson. The homily was giv- en by Reverend Chrobot. He spoke to the seniors about their religion and God in their futures. All agreed the mass was very special. With the realiza- tion that this was their final mass togeth- er, many seniors took a second glance around at their classmates and remem- bered the past. Reverend Chrobot emphasizes the importance of God in the seniors ' futures. Baccalauieate Mass

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' ' Honorable Step Honors Night ' 81 gave the principal, Mr. Rousey, a chance to congratulate the great number of students who re- ceived awards. Mr. Rousey, in his first year at St. Joe, was visibly impressed with the achievements of the students. Mary Pat Klimek, in the salutorian ad- dress, further praised the effort and ac- complishments of the award winners. A special presentation was given to Brother Damien for his years of service at St. Joe. Honors Night ' 81 was truly a night for the recognition of many win- ners. tvlr. Rousey congratulates junior Tom Houk for his accomplishments. Mr. Rousey presents a special award to St. Joe ' s own Brother Damien. Mary Pat Klimek, giving the salutorian address, praises students at Honors Night. Mr. Rousey leads the applause m a standing I ovation lor class valedictorian Tom Berry. ' X 28 Honors Night

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' The Final Step The iirst in line of seniors await their turn to receive diplomas. On May 22, 1981, at 7:15 p.m., sen- iors gathered one last time for their much anticipated graduation. The ceremony was held in the Athletic and Convocation Center on the Notre Dame campus. While lining up to enter the arena, excitement was seen on ev- ery senior ' s face. Once inside, seniors sat rather calmly listening to Senator Richard Lugar speak of the future. Tom Berry, in his valedictory address, echoed his class as he spoke of past and future. The ceremony ended with a show of enthusiasm from all those involved. Everyone guickly filed out of the arena to join their friends who had already begun the celebration in the corridor. There were screams, of joy, excitement, and relief, accompanied by hugs, kisses, and flowers, as con- gratulations were administered to ev- ery new graduate. The Class of ' 81 proved itself once again to be very spcial indeed. Douq Regan is congratulated as Mr. Rousey Eager anticipation is seen on Tonya Johnson ' s face as she hands him his diploma. observes the graduation ceremony. 30 Grdduation