West High School - Westerdays Yearbook (Pawtucket, RI)

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MR. JOHN B. RICHER — Assistant Principal A welcome addition to West this year, Mr. Richer has taken a place in our hearts. While his duties are not always of a pleasant nature, he has still become a reassuring friend with an earnest concern for others. He has won the admiration and respect of the entire school with his pleasing personality and sincere manner. We could not request a more qualified man — we could not thank a more gratifying friend. Good luck in your future years at West, Mr. Richer. The Class of 1960 will proudly remember your quiet strength. MISS MARY J. McKITCHEN - Dean It would be most difficult to mention West Senior High without mentioning Miss McKitchen. Since the first day of our sophomore year, she has inspired us by her natural kindness and kindly guidance. She has always taken a personal in- terest in each of us. So dedicated to her school, her students, and her faculty, she, alone, creates an atmosphere of friendliness and security. Our deepest thanks and most sincere appreciation are extended to one who has upheld, and will always uphold the illustrious name our school has earned — Miss Mary J. McKitchen, Dean of West Senior High. 'Take Fast Hold of Instruction for

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«L ft PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE As graduation Day for the Class of 1960 approaches, there is an evanescent feeling of nostalgia at the pros- pect of leaving behind the familiar rooms and corridors in which you have spent three happy years. Most of you can look back over those three years with pride and satisfaction because you have made the most of your opportunities academically, socially, and culturally. You have made friends among your fellow-students and your teachers as well. Parting from them is sweet sorrow. As your Principal, I have learned to know you and to admire you. As a Class, you have been truly out- standing in many, many ways. As individuals, you have won the respect of both administration and fac- ulty. Your scholastic accomplishments are manifold, your athletic achievements have been outstanding, your behavior has been exemplary. These factors alone have endeared you in the minds and hearts of all of us. Now, as we send you out into the world of the future, we earnestly hope and pray that the lessons you have learned here at West will prove of inestimable value in the carving out of your future careers. We feel reasonably confident that you are emotionally, academically, and socially equipped to guarantee suc- cess in whatever careers you have chosen for your- selves. Success, however, does not come easily. No matter how well equipped you may be, there is still the necessity of hard work, long hours of study, and devotion to the duties of your station in life to insure that success. With the diploma you will receive goes the heartfelt good wishes of your Principal and all of the Faculty for your future success. We are proud of you now. Your future accomplishments will vindicate our pride in you. Even after you are gone, remember that WEST IS BEST, and that you can, and MUST be the living proof of that statement. Sincerely, Thomas J. Moriarty Principal • Wisdom ’ Fortitude Understanding

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Oun, fycicUtty MISS MARY R. FAGAN - Counselor A problem is never beyond solving — we can at least try. This philosophy must serve as the motto of our guidance department, especially Miss Fagan's motto. Through our worst days — our best days — she is always close by, lending a sympathetic ear or a helping hand. Our ambitions and our plans are her ambitions and her plans for us. Her individual attention and constant thought- fulness, have, for three years, been instrumental in molding our future. Her patience and understanding will never be forgotten. The Class of 1960 offers its heart-felt gratitude to our counselor, Miss Fagan, for helping us to help ourselves. k MISS SARAH P. McVAY - Advisor Our Sophomore Hop, Junior Prom, Senior Sup- per, Senior Reception, and several other class social functions could not have been successful without the untiring efforts of our advisor, Miss McVay. The work and responsibility these affairs entailed seemed much lighter because of her gay spirit and her conscientious assistance. We worked as a team — one for all and all for West. Miss McVay has been more than an advisor; she has been a friend. Now, we, as individuals, wish to thank her for all she has done to aid us. Together we have proved that West is Best. She Is Thy Life.