Villa Maria Academy High School - Reflections Yearbook (Malvern, PA)

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CLeft to rightj First row: Anne Collins, Shirley Im- pink, Mary Ann Cavallo, Gertrude Thornton, Alice Riemann, Kathleen Donnelly, Mary Buckley, Jacque- line Colasante. Second row: Suzanne Fullem, Helen Hickey, Julia Sanza, Jacqueline Verna, Elizabeth Lange, Margaret Miller, Arlene LaMarr. Third row: Mary O'Brien, Joan Beechwood, jacquelyn McDevitt, Mary jean Schuyler, Theresa Giordano, Mary Anne DiSanti. Fourth row: Gertrude Lisi, Marie Bruner, Eileen Devine, Rita Capek, Claire Walsh, Eleanore McNichol. 'fi ,asa f J , Sophomore year dawned shining and bright on the horizon of high school days. .: E724 The foundation of beauty, traditions and school spirit having been laid during the Hrst year, the sophomores returned to the Villa confident of the role they would play in the future history of Green Tree. Having cast off the title of green freshmenfi they assumed a certain dignity and prestige. However, all grown-up manners were carefully laid aside in the excite- ment oi interclass basketball. X C- -ua Q. QQ N, -fm 'N 50 153 'isa is Y 1 'J 1-9 Y fd' 7649 I4 li Sophomores Are Tempered

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The Ways of The Villa SCHOOL SPIRIT ranks high among the Villa's new- comers. Gail Koob, Patricia Clarkson and Alice McGlynn formulate plans for a Citizenship program which will be presented at the weekly homeroom meeting. , SISTERS, Immaculata and Margaret Gallagher, with their little-sisters of the Villa, Margaret Morris, Gilda Spurio and Mary jane Barren, admire the small Miraculous Medals for their wrist watches, souvenirs of Big-Little Sister Day. Quickly the youngest class developed pptentialities and demonstrated its athletic powers to the surprise of all. It proudly boasted members on the rosters of both varsities and proved a threat in the ihtter-class competition. Big-little sister relations Hourished into lasting friendships. The freshmen gra- ciously entertained their big sisters with delightful picnics which were a pleasure to all. They distinguished themselves in all the athletic clubs. Bowling, swimming and riding were main attractions for them and they spent many leisure hours improving their techniques. Close scores in the blue and white team competition were broken by our energetic freshmen. The ability and spirit displayed by them changed many contests and disappointed many contestants. Their versatility and their adaptability to all the Villais ways made this class both interesting and well-liked. Academically, the freshmen were outstanding. Each quarter they proudly added their names to the honor list. Latin declensions and algebraic equations, although elusive, were soon mastered by the keen intellectual powers of the freshmen. With the blossoming of the spring flowers the talent of our youngest class burst into bloom and, to the surprise of all, they added two leading ladies and a number of raceful dancers to the musical. 'Tinians Rainbow . g , Through the series of traditions and activities they have firmly cemented the ties to their Alma Mater.

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With Experience rpg, 5 ' Reception into the Children of Mary had been an inspiring incentive for the class of 754 throughout their year as aspirants to this society. NOW they felt the i thrill of receiving the beautiful gold medals symbolic of the Children of Mary and 5 they wore them with pride. Christmas at the Villa held more than the usual suspense and expectancy for ll the sophomores. Santais visit to Green Tree meant just .one thing to them-the iclong-awaited blue and gold class pin now became a reality, a treasured possession. First semester was completed, but the new year approached with a promise of bringing many bright opportunities for our little sisters to display their enthusiasm. SHIRLEY IMPINK is most obliging as Rita Capek demonstrates the prac- A ticability of geometry by measuring the angles in a plaid design. NEW AND interesting highlights are added to the study of grammar through the pages of Practical English. SOPHOMORE PROBLEMS receive serious consideration from president, Alice Louise Riemann, and secretary, Gertrude Thornton, who have great faith in the ability of their classmates to be loyal Villa Marians.