Tolleston High School - Pioneer Yearbook (Gary, IN)

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SatfA 7 0. 7 All Tolleston's a stage. And all the boys and girls merely players: They have their exits and entrances; And one student in his time plays many parts. His acts being seven ages. At first the Freshman Blushing and stammering at the Freshman Frolic. Then the harassed 10B, with his empty jar And woebegone face, creeping like a snail To biology class. And then the 10A, Dancing at the hop. with the girls swooning To the voice of Frank Sinatra. Then an 11B, Filled with dismay and thoughts of coming exams. Of Silas Mamer. short stories, the Junior test. Seeking experience and knowledge In school, in play, and in work. And then the 11 A. In the midst of turmoil and confusion. While planning the Prom and Junior Tea, Wond'ring about grades and the Girls' Conference. And so he plays his part. The sixth age shifts Into the rushed and busy 12B, With chemistry, civics, and safety; His youthful countenance furrowed in thought— Thoughts of sports, of the sectionals, and of love. Dreaming of approaching graduation. And about his future. Last scene of all. That ends this strange eventful history. Is the Senior and his departure. Sans tests, sans books, sans school, sans everything.