St Peters Academy - Veritas Yearbook (Saratoga Springs, NY)

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SENIGDRS Wl Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam V Having grown dear and familiar to us throughout our school career as each piece of work begun by us was first Inscribed A. lVI. D. G. , the motto Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam was unanimously chosen by the Class 0f 49' as setting forth in its few but impressive words our most cherished ideal. Our Faith and our duties in life revolve around these few words. It bespeaks the pattern not only of our school and home lives, but also that pattern which must ever be the guidipg norm of the years that lie ahead. The success with which we abide by our self imposed motto may well be the test of our Catholic Education, whose goal has ever been to send us forth to live our lives llfor the greater glory of God? Class Colors Green and white are our class colors. Green is a symbol of hope; White a sym- ibol of purity. Our hope is for a bright future and finally, eternal salvation. By leading pure lives we will succees-JlBlessed are the pure of heart for they shall see God. Class Flower The American beauty rose always represents love of God. But we also believe that its deep red petals stand for love of our fellowman, since without practicing charity toward our friends and enemies alike, we cannot truly love God. Because we feel that true charity is a rare virtue today, we have chosen for our class flower the rose as a reminder to us ever to practice this llgreatestllof all virtues. Alma Mata Saint Peterls, Hail! Beloved Alma Mater Thy loyal sons and lovingr daughters true Give thee our hearts, and ever shall we serve thee Saint Peter's, Hail! Dear Alma Mater 831th Peter's, Hail! Dear Alma Mater

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BLA$8 100mm , - We Salute you, St. Peterls Academy, Our Alma 1W ater! Standing for Truth, symbol of our lives thus far. Our thanks are most profound; our memories shall'ever b: the richer for your presence there. You have given us much, asked little in return, and your priceless treasures you continue to offer to others. VVe entered hand in hand, into this new and startling world of learningr and of life, of joy and in- spiration. We have worked harda-oh, twelve long years-the eternity that is childhood. Our brief history has been punctuated with the admonitions and encouragement of loving guides. Long will we remember long black skirts, swinging: beads, white framed faces filled with shining light of work well done. We sprung as tender saplings, wavering in the grades where first we laid our roots. Gaining strength and courage from the storms we encountered and the calms Which ever followed, We met the forces that smote us. Like the inevitable tide we returned To be sWept on by the surging force of God's grace. Each year we met with an added sense of belonging, with added sense of aRection for our friends, With increasing respect for the treasure of our Catholic Educationewe were part of S.P.A. The years sped quickly, leaving behind memories which will ever flood our future, Endowing us with a generous sprinkle of the petals of grace and knowledge. We' have grown now from wavering saplings to at lunch, sturdy youth. As we approach the crest in the road, we can feel your hand, dear Alma llhter, slip gently from our shoulder. Our Paths will seem steeper without your guidance; our ways perhaps prove stormier. But your Truths-lived lead inevitably to Peace. MARY JANE HICKEY.

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IWARYPAT ARMSTRONG- In her tongue is the law of kindness . Marypat's apparent quietness is very deceiving for actually she is a very active member of our senior class. Faithful member of dance committees, interested in all C.Y.O. activities, a hankering to be a minor poet, zealous member of Yearbook Business Staff, Marypat is the essence of kindliness and gentility. u JOHN BOLLINGER 14 tower of knowledge . uJohnnV, has been an outstanding student through his four years of high school. His literary ability has contributed much toward the Yearbook. His hobbies are hunt- ing and skiing, while constructing model airplanes consumes much of his leisure time. A speaker participating in the Public Speaking Contest, sparkplug of every class com- mittee, Johnny has been instrumental in furthering interest in books and good reading as manager of the Teen Age Book Club during his Senior year. After graduating, he plans to attend Carnegie Tech. ANN BROWN- Slow in anger, quiclz to forgive . Hardworking, patient and faithful is our Ann. Ready and willing are her pass- words; Ann plans to enter nursing after commencement. In school, her friendly manner has made her a very popular member of the senior class, and eagerly sought after for all activities. RITA BROWN- Uilsliotted from the world . HReet truly genuine and wholesome is gifted with a wonderful talent for art. She has contributed much in the way of design toward the outcome of the Yearbook. Rita has alwavs been on hand to offer her advice and help where needed, whether it be C.Y.O. or school activities. Although a bit on the quiet side, Rita,s presence is sought after by all. She Will be remembered by her classmates as one who was always uready and willingi t EMMA CARR- Laugh and the world laugh: with youii. ' uTrezfs giggles are known to all. Through her .four years of High School she has been an outstanding cheer-leader. Very often she can be sizen with a pair 'of knit- ting needles in her hand. In a crowd her happy-gO-lucky spirit is soon transferred to all those present. Hereis hoping she achieves, her ambition to bec0me a secretary.