Wakefield High School - Starstone Yearbook (Arlington, VA)

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w. in entered Wakefield 953 as sophomores, but we were referred to as The Seniors since our class was to be the first to graduate. We looked apprehensively at the half- completed building, the mud on which it floated, and the steel girders and wires which entangled it. However, out of this chaos grew a school of which we are proud. Much was expected of us by the faculty and our parents; we felt, there- fore, a keen sense of responsibility for setting standards of scholarship and conduct that would be a challenge to those who follow. This was not easy be- cause many of us entered Wakefield after having attended schools in various sections of our country and were ac- customed to following instead of establishing traditions. We made adjustments and friends quickly, how- ever, and by the time our junior year had been completed, our school spirit and ideals were clearly defined. In retrospect, we recognize opportunities that were neglected and tasks that were slighted. We have tried, however, to leave some direction for those who will follow us so they may profit by our experience. In turn we know they will strive to strengthen the foundations we have laid and improve the standards we have established. When we reached our junior year, we felt the need for a book which would illustrate the important years — the years of our development, and also one which would serve as a guide for the year- book staff. From this need THE STAR- STONE was created and was known as a picture book. This year your STAR- STONE is complete and has been graduated to the category of year- books. By depicting the memorable events and activities of the 1956 senior class, your STARSTONE hopes to repre- sent successfully the first class to graduate. ' HR ' ' ROPWOT 0? ,IBKAW0F“n?0’ r r Li. v ' A