Westport High School - Brownie Yearbook (Westport, MA)

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Glis Motto ay) the ACIS fo success is not running; lake the stairs CLASS COLORS CLASS FLOWER Blue and Silver Blue Carnation len, Se (to the tune of Juanita) We raise our hearts and cry out thy fame; Dear Alma Mater, we are proud of thy name; Thy helping hand has guided us through Years of conquest, we owe all to you. Dearest Westport High School, we will never betray; Inspire us always, till that closing day. We're thine, Alumni, who have joined many more; We'll spread thy great fame through thy portal door. We are marching to a beauteous sunrise; God gave to Westport the school we all prize. Our heads are held high while softly flow, Tears that are shed by the friends we know. Thy spirit brought us, joys which were unknown; And in thy hallways, we are never alone. Our youthful schooldays were never prolonged; Now as we exit, we sing our last song; Of joys in Westport High School which we are leaving now. Westport, oh Westport High School, We must say good-by. Mary Ann Pietrzyk (Gea bee As from our sheltering Alma Mater we take our leave; We look to Him for the strength and wisdom we will need, To make our way along the dark, winding trail to the future. If we, mountainwise, are to realize the higher levels of life, We must rely on our Guide and follow the path He marks, And each seek a farther place — a higher hill — till our goals are reached. Jane Azevedo ?

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CLE Day Wt The honor of being president of the graduating class, which was bestowed upon me by my fellow classmates, gives me the privilege of extending a hearty welcome to the faculty, school- mates, friends and relatives. In a few moments you will witness some of the events that took place during our undergraduate studies here. The class of ’53 has completed many projects together. But in their hearts they know that this marks the termination of these projects. ‘Io many, the long-awaited day has come. ‘To some, it is one day they will never forget. No matter how joyous we may appear outwardly, I’m sure that deep down there les a feeling of regret. However, probably the most beneficial stage of our life is coming to a close. ‘The episodes that take place today, and in the consequent week, will be memories that will last - - - forever. I would like to express, on behalf of the graduating class, in all sincerity, our everlasting gratitude to the members of the faculty for bearing with us these four years of higher education. ‘They have showed us considerable co-operation and understand- ing, and have not deserted us in our times of need. Probably the seniors set an example for the lower classmen, but the faculty surely sets an example for the seniors. I would also like to express my heartfelt gratitude to my fellow classmates for a brand of loyalty and co-operation only they could show. It touches me deeply to realize the hardships they have pulled through. Our utmost thanks should also be extended to the under- classmen, w ho have supported our activities with active school spirit. If you will now bear with us, the outstanding memories of four years will now be revived. Henri J. Picard, Jr.

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Gis History — 1953 Four years ago fifty trembling freshmen stepped into the lower corridor of the old High School and were met by smiling upperclass- men. Although there were no incidents with the upperclassmen, we were still uncomfortable in their presence. As time went on, we made many lasting friendships with the upperclassmen. Today, as we prepare to receive our diplomas, we look back upon the four most eventful years of our schooldays. Let us turn back the calendar now to September 7, 1949, and think back through those schooldays. Our first task as freshmen was to elect class officers. ‘They were: President — Michael Souza Vice-President — Joan Raposa Secretary — Vivian Cabral Treasurer — Allen Webb Henri Picard and Beryl Dean were chosen to represent us on the Student Council. In our freshman year three new teachers joined the faculty. They were: Mr. Shaw for agriculture, Mr. Brightman for science and math, and Miss O’Neil as music supervisor. After the summer was over we returned as Sophomores with a total enrollment of forty-one. We were later joined by three new members. We elected our class officers for our sophomore year, who were: President — Mike Souza Vice-President — Joan Rapoza Secretary — Vivian Cabral Treasurer — Roland Johnson Henri Picard and Beryl Dean represented us on the Student Council. We welcomed to our faculty Mr. Downing as our social studies teacher.