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

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JUNIORS AGREE that Saint Joseplfs shrine, dedicated to a former Villa Marian, is the ideal place for friends to meet. Here, they may share the memories of past experiences, the happy news of the day's activities and the eager anticipation of future events with their friend and father, Saint joseph. The gentle saint, to whom was entrusted the care of the Holy Family, loves to act as confidant and guide to his he- loved Villa Marians. Responsibilities Reveal OUR CAPABLE junior typists, Kathryn Comly, Mary PATRICIA AMBROGI, Patricia Melody, Nlarie Mc- Barr, Immaculata Gallagher and Anne Gilberti, Farland and Mary Kelly look up from their dictation appear self-satisfied with their work. to get a bit of advice from Sister.

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'B 'Q Prestige of Upper Levels fLeft to rightj, First row: Mary Kelly, Catherine White, Patricia Melody, Josephine Ferraro, Kathleen Riemann, Charlotte Townsend, Constance Cunning- ham, Marie McFarland, Patricia Storey, Sara Ann McConaghy. Second row: Jane McDevitt, Kathryn Comly, Joan Collins, Margaret Keegan, Mary Louise Manis, Gloria Weber, Patricia Ambrogi, Eleanor Retreat was considered by the juniors as something very serious and important. Palma, Andrea Silva, Mary Barr, Theresa Halligan. Third raw: Marilyn Cavallaro, Margaret Gallagher, Carol Gifford, Anne Gilberti, Immaculata Gallagher, Zita Keen. Fourth row: Claire Panek, Anne Brum- field, Barbara McClatchy, Margaret Haley, Mary Frances Gross, Mary Mansfield, Mariann Mink. -yi They regarded the impressive conferences and private devotions with utmost sin- .: cerity. In the inspiring reception ceremony, which climaxed the dayis exercises, each girl silently renewed the solemn promises made the previous year upon her entrance into the children of Mary. Christmas witnessed the fulfillment of every dream! With the glory of the Nativity scene and the splendor of the Real Presence still fresh in their minds and hearts, the junior carolers received their precious class rings. The soft lantern glow reflected the pride on each happy face. W f , ,L -xx :QA gd mln? -'Q WW .m F 9 vt of v Q CQ-:xg iK.X 1 Q 'QQ - s I9

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New Highlights Here MY UNCLE brought this one from Germany, CONSTANCE CUNNINGHAM, Andrea Silva, Cath- Margaret Keegan explains to her interested classmates erinc White and Gloria Weber spend a few quiet as she demonstmtes her hobby of doll collecting. after-school moments in their cozy dormitory of which they are justly proud because it won a prize at room opening. Scholastic interest of sophomore year increased now as the juniors eagerly met the challenge offered by the subjects of their choice. Academic students diligently applied themselves to the intriguing contents of their roster. Orations of Cicero opened a new phase of Latin to ambitious minds. The more difficult problems of advanced algebra required additional time and study. Future dreams of college produced nothing but the best. For those with domestic inclinations, home economics was the ideal course. Fragrant aromas filled the tiny kitchen and lovely dresses assumed new highlights because, ul made it myselfw. Juniors who had selected the Commercial Course immediately became engrossed in the fascinating lessons of typing and stenography. Writing and transcribing the various shorthand characters and typing to music were novel experiences. From the beginning, commercial students approached their studies with diligence and ambitiong skill and efficiency were developed in comparatively no time. Soft, musical French phrases attracted many juniors while others preferred the colorful customs and language of Spain. Q Father Grifferty's Weekly religion classes ranked as the favorite among everyone. These instructions were most enjoyable, as Well as beneficial. Spring approached and each junior contributed her support and interest to the numerous activities-sports, operetta, May procession and, finally, graduation exer- cises. ' Having greatly advanced during this year, they await senior year, confident of their ability to undertake future responsibilities. 2l