West Bridgewater High School - Climber Yearbook (West Bridgewater, MA)

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. S UPERIN TENDEN T 3 f.-.2 OF sCHooLs XJ F n , 5:14 ig 9 I, SQ ff, A, X' x X N X yt Dr. John S. Drinkwater Superintendent of Schools SCHUOL lv 1, I . ,. sf 5: . Seated: P. Alger, B. Miller: Standing: :F'. Teixeira, G. Lepine, L. Cronin: Not Shown: T. Kelley 8 3 To the Members of the Class of 1981, Graduation from high school signals the end of a very significant part of your lives. For most of you, many fond memories will grow in importance as time passes by. These past twelve years have been relatively free of pressure: they have been filled with the experiences of studies, drama, music, art, athletics, etc., they have found you nur- tured by your parents, your churches and your school. Now with high school completed you enter a new and hopefully exciting phase of your lives We all know that we live in a World in which peace IS tenuous at best We are continually reminded of the problems which exist in our society lt is difficult to find positive reports 1n the media Yet there is far more good in the world than We might believe Certain ly the paths you have made during the past 12 years are filled with good deeds which far outdistance the negatives You as new gradu ates bring a fresh breeze to society Do not feel that things cannot be changed It is up to each one of us to contribute to the improvement of society Congratulations on your Graduation John S Drinkwater Superintendent of Schools fin D5-wi -. QX .qgS,....1-

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HIGH SCH 00 ADMINISTRATIO MEMBERS OF THE CLASS OF 1981: g. ' , At this writing people at various governmental levels, local, state and national, are focusing their 1f.e, 'Am attention on issues that appear to hole significant potential for changing the life style of indivi- ,Hg duals or the masses. This morning, October 1, 1980, the local and national news services carried the following news items of common interest: The Congress of the United Staes met until 3 a.m. this morning to debate the pros and cons of the abortion issue and its relationship to the federal budgetg reportedly there is renewed hope for the release of the American hostages being held in Irang representatives of several local school systems state the passage of Proposition 2V2 will have a devastating effect on educational and extra-curricular activity programsg the undeclared war between Iraq and Iran has escalated causing major concern to the United States because of our dependence on this geographical location for oilg the three major presidential candidates are , presenting their proposed programs for improving the nation's economy, and long-time trusted 1 local and federal politicians are being investigated for various alleged kick-back schemes. I These and similiar issues are not new andwill continue to dominate and influence your lives for the foreseeable future. It has been our goal to provide you with the reading, writing, listening, speaking and computational skills necessary to make appropriate value judgements on moral, political and social issues. If we, in some small part, have been successful in reaching our goal established for you, and you diligently use these ac- quired skills, your future should be happy, content and enriched. This is not to assume that you will not be tested by adversity but you should be better equipped to meet the challenge. S. Erick Benson Principal On behalf of all associated with the West Bridgewater school system I wish to express my sincere appreciation to you for your contributions to West Bridgewater Junior Senior High School. Congratulations upon successfully completing your high school career. Best of luck in all endeavors. S. Erick Benson rv- Congratulations to the Class of 1981. iences -in the classroom school activities sports clubs music drama and many others. All these memorable events along with the help interest and encouragement of your parents and teachers have aided in the development of your individual potential. As you complete your high school education best wishes as you begin your future. You are now at an end and at a beginning. Education continues always for each of us. Use your education to gain wisdom strength and a successful life. V A ' David J' Swgengy gaqi?5in?I1ySweeney if' Assistant Principal Assistant Principal 4 1 .- la f, ., I During your years of public school life, you have had opporutnity to share in many exper- To the Class of 1981 Over the last few years you ve had the opportunity to understand accept and respect your own uniqueness in relationship to others For many of you you ve felt the satisfaction of seeing yourself make decisions based upon a personal commitment to yourself and to others rather than self gratification fear of punishment peer group pressure or blind obedience to rules ' Many of the decisions that you have had to make concerning your future have left you apprehensive and uncertain as to your ability to handle the outcome Some of you will find yourselves later tracing over your steps and re evaluating what you might have done were you given the opportunity to try again But for the most part you will come to the realization that you did what you had to do for ou It s at this moment that I wish you the courage to look ahead and make new decision with new confidence that you are doing what you have to do for you at this time and moment of your life Best wishes and many thanks to a great class the Class of 1981 Cheryll J Hogan Director of Guidance Cheryll J. Hogan I Director of Guidance , . , . .. g . . . 4 W . I a ., . . . y - K at that time and moment of your life. i L v . . - - . . . ,i I f F ' if . ,lox I 1 A , , I 1 1 - ' ' : Q : 1 up , ' it . . Y I El . l