Valparaiso High School - Valenian Yearbook (Valparaiso, IN)

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Three hundred and six 1967 gradu- ates listen attentively to the messages and advice of their speakers at Com- mencement Gail Dogan was one of seven mem- bers of the National Honor Society serving as usherette at Commence- ment. 149 Paul Kruger, salutatorian. happily accepts his well-deserved diploma from Principal King Telle

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A dignified parting for 306 A touch of the new flavored the traditional VHS graduation ceremonies this year. However, the glam- our of Senior Day stood unchanged as the roar of happy graduates at Baccalaureate practice invaded the quiet school hours of diligent underclassmen. For the first time in several years, all of the seniors appeared in green gowns at Baccalaureate on June 4. Msgr. John Charlebois of St. Paul ' s Catholic Church delivered the main address. On the following Thursday evening, June 8, Commencement Exer- cises were held for the Class of 1 967. The invocation and benediction were given by Rev. L. E. Myers of the Nazarene Church. In an effort to streamline the program, the invitation to an out-of-town speaker was omitted. Mr. G. Warren Phillips, Superintendent of Valparaiso Community Schools, spoke briefly on today ' s educational standards. After the presentation of diplomas the entire class performed the turning of the tassels, which was met by a large ovation from the audience. In his address. Charge to the Class. Mr G. Warren Phillips emphasized the ever-growing need for education .. 3 3 Msgr. John Charlebois of St. Paul s Catholic Church speaks to the Class of 1 967 at Baccalaureate on June 4 Valedictorians Steve Lutze and Mar- garet Springsteen, and Salutatorian Paul Kruger headed VHS ' s Class of 1967 148

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The senior class members of the National Honor Society are — First row: N Sundin. K Schwan. J Doyle. C. Smith. M Bartholomew, G MacDonald. S Lutze. D. Vandrey. Second row: B. McEnterfer, R. Stoltz. L. Salberg, N. Shook, M. Springsteen. F. Heckman, P. Bretscher, J. Johnson, B Anderson, T Breitzke. G Bowman Third row: J. Casbon. D Wellman. C. Dauberman. G Hallerberg, J Gratton. S Gaines. C Makovsky. L Holst. B Harvey. F Arma- lavage L Koenig. M Phillips, and L Williamson are not pictured VHS honors notable achievements The officers of the newly-established chapter of the National Honor Society are Jeff Doyle, vice-president. Kurt Schwan. treasurer: and Steve Lutze. president Lenore Koenig, secretary, is not pictured Spring uncovered the achievements of many in- dustrious VHS students. At this time the National Honor Society members were named and installed before a special assembly of the student body. Seven- teen juniors and thirty-three seniors were inducted at the candlelight ceremony which also cited the presidents, editors, and members, of all school organ- izations. The annual Awards Night, held on June 1, honored outstanding achievers in several fields. Awards were presented for excellence in art, music, science, math, home economics, and cheerleading. Athletic trophies were awarded to the most valuable player in each sport. Perfect attendance and good citizenship were also recognized. The top fifteen senior scholars and those seniors who had been awarded financial grants by numerous schools were introduced. Finally, scholarships and monetary aids provided by many civic organizations were presented to deserving students. Acting as master of cere- monies, Mr. Telle made the concluding remarks and wished the recipients success. 150