St Mary Academy - Vistas Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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No daydreaming in junior religion class as all focus attention on Father Reidy, Artistic freshmen, Barbara Cmehil and Pamela Steatl, compliment Lu- ann Zimmer on her exquisite drawing of the liturgical cycle. The sparkle in Father Elford's eyes indicates that another hypo- thetical case has been presented by his senior religion class. 'IO l I RELIGION There is no true education which does not prepare man for what he must be and for what he must do to attain his last end. Religion is not just another subject in our curriculum-it is the basis and reason for studying all other subjects. The result of a religion course should be evident in daily high-school life, reflecting itself in the students' realization of the importance of the spiritual over the material. At Saint Mary Academy the study of our Catholic religion is our preparation for a sound. Christian life. Group guidance has a definite place in the freshman classes. One class each week is devoted to thinking over topics prepared by students. The topics are then developed by members of the class, and finally their convictions are put into action. By talking over school life, education, personality. vocational planning, family life and social life. the freshmen gradually acquire zest and enthusiasm for the life and activity which con- stitute the real spirit of St. Mary's. In the sophomore, junior and senior classes, the vital importance of discussion, an essential part of ed- ucation, is not overlooked. Wfe students of St. Mary's are encouraged to think about. discuss, absorb and act on the matter presented in the frequent discussions of the religion classes, Applying the principles instilled, we discover that way of life which makes us good citizens and better Christians. As citizens of two worlds, we are preparing for both. 1

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HARD WORK . . . has no substitute if you wish to achieve the fullness of education. A complete education includes intel- lectual. cultural and spiritual training to which each of you has a God-given right. Purpose makes the difference. You are motivated by a love of God and your fellowmen to be zealous. to put forth unceasing effort in your studies. No matter what your limitations are, your noble purpose and your deep and satisfying conviction that, by Gods grace, you can be an instrument in bringing Him to men and men to Him will lead you on to greater heights. Realize that within each of you there are great potentialities-a growing resourcefulness and alertness, a keen- ness of observation, and a capacity for work which might remain dormant unless you do something about it, As Christophers of the Classroom your work is important. The opport- unity is yours to bring Christ's love and Christ's truth to fellow students who do not possess them. So much depends on you young people, you students. A large share of the fate of the world hangs on what you do now in these years of preparation and on what you will be doing in the future. Seriously consider the fact that you are playing a vital role in shaping the des- tiny of the world through your . . . CLASSES

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Two contestants seek a final check on their essays befflfe fYPiUll them. Sister Rita Clare makes 5'-1g895flOf15 YO Mary Ellen Stead and Mary Marga- ret Turk, The journalism class profited immensely from an informative field trip through the Star and News Building Providence Benedict Phyllis Wilson and Kathy Wolf utilize some of the help- ful hints received ENGLISH To help students become more proficient in the use of the English language is one of the main objectives of our English department. Deeper appreciation of good literature, as- signments to broaden knowledge and pro- fitable leisure-time reading are also given special consideration. Under the guidance of our English teachers, literary talent is de- veloped slowly but surely. Wlith constant encouragement and helpful suggestions many students have improved their writing ability and have earned recognition in national essay and poetry contests. The journalism class provides opportunities for those who have a flair for writing. It is a thrill for them to see their own words in print in our school pub- lications and in local papers. Use of the school library is encouraged in all classes, especially in our English classes. Books contain a wealth of valuable information, and research enables us to develop a deeper appreciation of this ware- house of knowledgef' XY? I Q l . Librarian, knows all the answers when there is Io Ellen Hellmer and Dolores Braun like to do business with obliging 3 question regarding books. Patricia Nauert. 1 1 Rita Radersdorf finds that Sister Eva Catherine,