Thompson Academy - Islander Yearbook (Boston, MA)

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DEDICATICN JOHN DECIUS PINTO

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THCMPSCN ACADEMY THE DOCK 1868 1814- 1975

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The dedication of the 1975 Thompson Academy Yearbook was one of the most difficult tasks facing the Senior Class and the Yearbook staff this year. It is very special yearbook because it is the last one Thompson will publish. We, in turn, wanted the dedication to be special. The choice was not an easy one. There are many people on the island who have helped us immeasurably during our stay here. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas have served the school and its students for a total of 89 years. They have always been helpful and friendly, especially when we needed it the most. Mr. and Mrs. Baxter have totaled 37 years of service to the school and students. They have displayed the same quality as the Thomases. John Horan has many times gone out of his way to help a troubled young man, giving time and effort and never seeking any repayment. John Quinn has worked endless hours trying to solidify our plans for after graduation. Doug Paige has shown us a patience and understanding that is rare in a man as young as he is. Perhaps the one person who best exemplifies our stay at Thompson is our Headmaster, JOHN DECIUS PINTO. To him we dedicate the 1974 Thompson Academy Yearbook. Mr. Pinto has served as Math Teacher, Physics Teacher, Yearbook Advisor, Math Department Head, Golf Coach, Director of Studies, and finally Headmaster. He has worn many hats at Thompson, but the one he wears best is understanding. ln the years that he has been associated with us, John Pinto has never failed with us individually or in a group he has never lost his posture. For seven years he has given unselfishly of himself and his family. The Yearbook Dedication is small thanks, but it is the best the Class of 1975 has to give.