Stratford High School - Log Yearbook (Stratford, CT)

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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

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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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GUIDANCE - AN INSIGHT INTO BETTER LIVING Whether you want to change a course, choose a job, or select a college, the guidance department will help you. Under the skilled direction of Miss Cunningham and her able assistants, Miss Tracy and Mr. Wordell, student problems of all kinds are resolved. Records, achievement tests, pamphlets, college catalogues — all resources are used so that the student may have a better understanding of himself, his school, and the life he will lead after graduation. Miss Ruth E. Cunningham Miss Anne Tracy Mr. Everett Wordell Students Scan Guidance Bulletin Board Seeking Scholarship Opportunities.