Stratford High School - Log Yearbook (Stratford, CT)

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LEADERSHIP IS THE KEY TO PROGRESS Mr. Donald W. Fowler, Principal Having reached that horizon known as GRADUA- TION — that point of departure and that point of no return — many of you are now thinking about new horizons. In trying to lead you to the present horizon, we must think in terms of what we want our society to be and shape you young people with that in mind. We urge you now to keep the horizons of your mind pushed back so that you can assume personal re- sponsibility in bringing to full capacity whatever talent God has given. Ultimately, we shall be known for what we do and what we are — not what we might have done and what we might have been. Mr. John Olha, Assistant Principal What a future the young person has to look forward to in the new age of atomic power and energy! The scientific, economic, and social advancement of the future can be compared to 1920 and 1959 of my own generation. What changes you of the class of 1959 will see in the year 2000, and what comparisons you too will make between the hori- zons of today and those of tomor- row. Enter upon these new horizons with great enthusiasm and hope for a bright, new world, a world in which there will be peace, pros- perity, and happiness for all man- kind. La) Mr. Elden H. Dustin, Vice-Principal With atomic power and artificial satellites a reality, space exploration begun, and new developments in medi- cine and other branches of science reported almost daily, the historical age into which the members of the Class of 1959 are entering is an age as truly subject to exploration as any time in history. Like all periods of exploration, this age has elements of world unrest and danger, but also great challenges and rewards to those who are confident, brave, and prepared educationally and spiritually. It is my confident expectation that your years in Strat- ford High School have helped to give you this preparation. The Class of 1959 has my best wishes in its aim to meet the challenges of the New Horizons.

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THE FUTURE IS OURS THE DREAM We Seniors face unlimited horizons. Vast frontiers of learning lie open before us in the sciences and in the arts. New worlds are calling — new mountains, new seas, new skies are waiting to be explored. As we look outward from our school and our com- munity we find the world already transformed by sci- THE RESPONSIBILITY With this new perspective, let us look back at our- selves. For, ultimately, is not the inner man the most im- portant consideration? From our minds and hearts will come the moral and spiritual values which we will use to chart our journey into the unknown. Likewise the respon- sibility is ours to find ways and means of making this journey a universal one, so that all mankind may benefit. Love, tolerance, and understanding are as essential as entific advancements. Our planet has become smaller as our minds have reached farther into space. Man's thirst for knowledge appears unquenchable. The limits of the earth are now being probed: the ocean's depths, the reaches of Antarctica, the steppes of Siberia. Where can we turn but to the stars? courage, perseverance, and daring. For the horizons we aspire to are but a reflection of the horizons of our own hearts and souls. This book, a record of our formative years at Stratford High School, provides us with an opportunity to take stock of our achievements before we press on to new heights of adventure. 3

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Horizons are only for those who seek, and look, and search, and endeavor. A man with his eyes on the ground and his mind on the commonplace will never feel the exhilaration of seeking horizons. Eyes are for looking, minds are for searching, and the horizons of the brave new world are for all to see, if they can. Mr. J. Oliver Carson Assistant Superintendent DESIGNERS OF SCHOOL POLICY Mr. Alton M. Torgan Chairman of the Board of Education We congratulate you for everything fine that you have achieved during these past few years; and we challenge you to accept with courage and confidence the un- finished business of your future. As you move out of the classroom of Stratford High School into your brave new world, take a good long look at yourself. You have a good, solid education. You have an understanding and working knowledge of what our country stands for. You have the mastery of informa- tion and the ability to apply it to real life situations. You have a place in your brave new world. Remember that one is accepted on the basis of one's talents, skills, and character. Have faith — faith in your God, country, family, work, in you-yourself, and in the future. With real faith, you can do much. Without faith, very little. New horizons! Far horizons! We have made marvelous advances in science, medicine, technology, etc. But we have a long way to go before the ideals of democracy are attained throughout the world. When men dwell to- gether in peace, our far horizons have been met. Be proud of your Future! We are proud of you! Mr. Edwin A. C6x, Superintendent You, the youth of our country, face a future that is as yet obscure to you. You are looking to the distant horizons of your future. Face your horizons — look to the future — prepare yourself to the best of your ability. Only in this way can each new generation build its own brave world. 5