St Xavier High School - Xaverian Yearbook (Junction City, KS)

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Through These Doors . . . In the hurried pace of today's world we often become so involved with our activities and respon- sibilities that we never think of the numerous everyday items that become necessary parts of our lives. These inconsequential objects are seldom noticed, yet they constitute the basis of everyday living. Doors are among these obscure items. By defi- nition, they close the entrance of a house, room, or building. But at St. Xavier's they come to mean more. Closed they stand as obstacles that hide chal- lenges and problems waiting to be overcome. Open they invite all to pass through them and make use of the opportunities available. They make way for the Freshman just entering high school life. They see the Sophomore eager to step up to a greater academic status. They watch the Junior pass through them, taking on new responsibilities and meeting exciting challenges. They stand boldly upright as the Senior, aided by knowledge acquired the last four years, leaves their midst to enter the world and begin a career, fresh with enthusiasm and fascinated by the opportunities awaiting him. But doors do not always open easily. The key to their opening may be a desire to learn, a willingness to become involved, a confidence to put fourth one's best endeavor. But far greater in effect are the rewarding results gained as these doors are entered. The satisfaction gained when a baffling problem is solved . . . the confident pride in a job well done . . . the excitement of cheering the Rams on to victory . . . the spirit of taking part in a class project or activity . . . the thrill of watching dreams become reality. Through these doors the students of SXHS find that the time for reaching tomorrow is today; that responsibilities must be met, problems solved, and challenges overcome now if we are to have a brighter future tomorrow. Through these doors lay the tools by which our futures will be built. And we have the ability to use them now and keep them forever. Through these doors . . . 2

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Table of Contents Academics and Administration 5 Organizations 17 Athletics 27 Student Life 37 Students 45 Index 61 Advertisements 65 4