Trafalgar School - Echoes Yearbook (Montreal, Quebec Canada)

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YOUNG PEOPLE ' S CONCERTS ONCE again, we attended the Wednesday afternoon Young People ' s Concerts at Place des Arts, presented by the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. We had the opportiuiity of hearing both modern and classical music, written by European and American composers. The various parts of the orchestra, and their function in it, were introduced and explained to us. These concerts provided not only a chance to hear less often performed pieces, but also a relaxing form of musical education. Mary Ellen Geggie, Arts VI THE DRAMA SOCIETY THIS year the Drama Society actually got organized and elected an executive. The Secretary and the Treasurer were busy making tickets, posters, and figuring out the intricate financial status of the Club. Again the Trafalgar Almost Instant Theatre put on two one-act plays. We would like to thank Mrs. Allen most heartily, because without her patience, her imderstanding, and the crack of her whip we never would have been ready for opening night on March 17. As the newly fire-proofed curtains opened, silence reigned, but not for long, because laughter soon rang out as each of the plays became more involved. The first, The Trysting Place , was a hilarious comedy about what happened in a secret meeting place; and the second, The Dear Departed , was a huge success revealing two greedy sisters who fought over their father ' s will. The executive would like to thank Mrs. Wells who stepped in for Mrs. Allen when our fearless leader was ill. We congratulate the players as well as the crew for two excellent performances, and we appreciate their hard work. The President and the Vice-president of the Drama Club REHABILITATION INSTITUTE THIS year Trafalgar had eleven volunteers at the Montreal Rehabilitation Institute. The girls came once a week, generally, and worked with the children. Sometimes we helped chaperone excursions to special events like the Ice Follies and the Santa Claus Parade. We certainly profited from our experiences, gaining much knowledge of handicapped children as well as improving our French by talking to them. (Has Madame noticed?!?) Pam Sears, Head of Volimteers In extra-curricular activities this year, Traf girls won distinction: Janet Chandler was awarded the Girl Guide Gold Cord. Cynthia Miller won second prize in Eastern Canadian Sectionals and second prize in Canadian Novice Championships in figure skating. Cynthia ' s coach is Ruth Sutton, a Traf Old Girl. Nabiha Atallah, Anne Collins, and Sue Pritchard appeared on Tween Set. Diana Snigurowicz won a silver medal for Grade 2 Piano, Toronto Conservatory. [10]

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Those which we found especially new and dilferent were economics and computing. Our excursions through the separate departments gave us a chance to see some of the ultra-modern equipment in use at Queen ' s, and to learn something of each subject at university level. This conference was a singular opportunity and an exceedingly beneficial experience for the four of us. Debbie Spafford, Arts VI GRADUATION DANCE HE Graduation Dance, held on January 27th under the auspices of TOGA was a great success. The evening began with a cocktail party at Pam Sears ' , after which we all went to Ruby Foo ' s for dinner. From there we went to the School where the dance was held. The theme was the Camelot Ball, and music was supplied by Chuck Darnell and the Randells. The dance was followed by a smashing party at Margie Fox ' s, and then an equally enjoyable one at Debbie Spalford ' s. The final party was a delicious breakfast held by Donne Kozel. The Sixth Form would like to thank the members of the TOGA Committee, the Dance Committee, and also Diane Dunkerley Gosling whose help and ideas the Grad Class greatly appreciated. We would also like to thank our Treasurer, Cathy Jones. Debi Robb, Science VI JUNIOR RED CROSS THIS year, Trafalgar has attempted several new projects imder the auspices of the Red Cross. In October, amidst rolls of orange and black crepe paper, we gave a Hallowe ' en party at St. Patrick ' s Orphanage. At Christmas, in con- jimction with the CKGM Pastor Johnson ' s Charitable Foundation, we endeav- oured to supply less fortunate Montrealers with food and presents. Proceeds from the calendar sale this year totalled $81.00. During the year Trafites have worked as volunteers at both hospitals and blood donor clinics. As we go to press, a fudge sale and other projects in support of Rendezvous 67, the Red Cross Youth centennial project, have still to be completed, and of course again this year the girls have supplied afghans and stuffed animals for use in deprived areas. Our many thanks are extended to those who have helped this year. Janice Mack Jenny Macfarlane School Red Cross Representatives THE CHOIR The Trafalgar Choir has been exceptionally good this year. Most of the members have been very faithful, and therefore our Christmas Carol Concert was a success. To Dr. Herbert we owe our thanks for directing the choir. He is always in the Projector Room at eight-thirty every Friday morning to conduct a practice for early-birds! Judging from the girls ' enthusiasm, our Centennial Concert should be a success. May future choirs have as interesting a year as we. Veronica Focke Janet Chandler Choir Secretaries [9]

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THE STUDENTS ' FEDERATION Two and a half years ago, when David Bruck, a student at St. George ' s, called together representatives from various schools, he had no idea of forming a students ' federation. He did, however, want to establish a study centre for underprivileged children. From this basic plan there arose a federation of high schools, now known as the Students ' Federation of High Schools. Our charter is nearly ready to send to the government, and we have come a long way since that first meeting. The Study Centre, our raison d ' etre it has been termed, opened on January 15, 1967. It has been very successful (although we were almost evicted!) and the two directors. Barb Goldbloom and Julie Case, have done a lot of work. Debbie Spafford and Carol McDermid are the two tutors from our school. The Federation has also sponsored two parties (one for Christmas, one for Easter) at the University Settlement building. The children seemed to have a good time, and kept the organizers on the move, to say the least! Last October, and again this January, the Federation sponsored dances. The first one was held at St. George ' s; the band was the INewbreed (an L.C.C. original) and the entire gym was PACKED. There was hardly breathing room! The next dance was held at Miss Edgar ' s on January 17, with the Haunted. Unfortunately there was not so large a crowd, as the S.A.T. tests were on the next day at 8.30 in the morning. About 450 people attended. The Federation also put out a newsletter under the direction of Carol Bieler. It was very good, despite I Wonder Whose cutting remarks about Traf. A sports programme was arranged, and proved very interesting to those who attended. (I didn ' t see many Traf people there.) It included a double floor hockey match, a broomball game, a hockey game, and last but not least, a volleyball game between Traf and those Wonderful People Themselves, L.C.C. Truthfully, the boys from L.C.C. were much better, but did they have to make it so obvious? Anyhow, further arrangements for an after-Easter programme are being made. The Federation decided, as its centennial project, to introduce French schools to the organization, in the hope that they will be interested enough to join. Representatives from Michel Provost attended our last meeting, and seemed quite enthusiastic. We present members were rather embarrassed, as we had little knowledge of French and they understood most of our discussion! The union of French schools with English ones will overcome this sitviation, we hope, and this is one of our principal objectives, i.e. to establish an under- standing between the French and English. One of our largest plans will go into operation (with luck) on May 9, when we expect to take approximately 1200 students from the member schools to Expo ' 67. This is being undertaken by Jill Harrington, who has worked well to organize such a venture. Having given the more factual side of the Federation, I would like to remind you that you belong to this Federation and without you it is merely a group of people holding regular meetings. Give us your support; it is your Federation, run entirely by your members and YOU. Sue Henry, Senior Representative Alice Klinkhoff, Junior Representative [11]