• FACTS ON ASSUMPTION HIGH SCHOOL I . AN ACCREDITED,COEDUCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE CATHOLIC YOUTH OF SCOTT COUNTY. NON-CATHOLIC STUDENTS ARE ALSO WELCOME AND MANY ATTEND WHO ... are provided an opportunity to engage in a satisfactory college preparatory program ... are provided with a general education including the basic skills in arts and sciences ... are provided with an elective program a well integrated extra-curricular program a varied and intensive athletic program ... are provided with the opportunity for solid Christian formation through the guidance program, participation in the Liturgy, and instruction in fundamentals of Christian living. HISTORY In September of 1958 Assumption High School opened its doors. date the business education department. An adequate library, Now 930 students are enrolled. At present the faculty number 55. large cafeteria, auditorium seating 800, gymnasium seating 3,000. This is made up of 7 priests, 14 religious, and 29 lay teachers. and a chapel, serve the many and varied needs of the student Since Assumption opened, in excess of 3,500 youths of Scott County body and the community. have graduated, upwards of 85% of these have gone on to further their schooling. Seven of these graduates are now priests serving FLEXIBLEMODULAR SCHEDULING in the diocese of Davenport. A program involving variable time patterns, team teaching, large­ ADMINISTRATION small group instruction, plus independent and individual work. Assumption is governed by a School Board comprised of the Pastors The modular type schedule is of equal advantage to both the slow and lay representatives of each of the 13 parishes. This board and the gifted student. Both groups appear to fit into the program meets once a month. The school is supervised by a Principal ap­ equally well. There is time for additional assistance for the slow pointed by the Bishop and two assistant principals. student, and unlimited possibilities are within reach of the gifted FACILITIES student. Assumption houses 42 classrooms as well as completely equipped This program has been in effect five years, and has been highly laboratories for chemistry, physics, biology, foods, clothing, and succussful and is being continually evaluated with a view to im­ drafting. A typing room and a business machines room accommo- provement. I James T. Dockery 4 Convenient EQUITABLELIFE BRENTONBANK OF IOWA LOCATIONS 417 Davenport Bank Building Davenport, Iowa 324-9141 Thebank nearest you••• wherever youare! Compliments Compliments of Geurink's Standard Service Gallery of Lights FIRSTNATIONAL BANK 220 Gaines Street OF DAVENPORT Davenport, Iowa 52802 Brady at 16th/ Village Shopping Center Phone 322-9880 1936 Harrison Division at West 3rd Street / Northpark Mall Davenport, Iowa Clem L. Geurink 326-6441 2 DIO EE OF DAVE PORT V 74- 0 Holy Spirit, sent by the F•ther in the n•me of Jesus , who is present in the Church •nd in• fallibly guides it, pour out, we pray, the fullness of your gifts on our Diocesan Synod. Enlighten the minds of all who prep•re for the synod and will take p•rt in it. Grant that abundant fruit m•y ripen from the synod, that the light •nd strength of the Gospel may be extended; that religion •nd good works may flourish, that the knowledge of Christian truth may increase and guide our livea . Strengthen our minds in truth and our hearts to listen to your voice th•t we m•y carry out those things which the synod will decree . Renew your wonders in this our d•y as by a new Pentecost . Grant to this Church of Dav­ enport that being of one mind and steadfast in prayer with Mary, the mother of Jesus, and following the lead of Blessed Peter, it may ad­ vance the reign of our divine Savior, the reign of truth and justice, the reign of love and peace . Amen . +GERALD O'KEEFE Bishop of Davenport 3 DEANBASSETT , INC. 6220 BRADY ST. DAVENPORT, IOWA Phone 391-5900 Serving all of Scott County with The Best in Farm, Lawn and Garden ncn MODELVYC512 WEN Tractors and Equipment " • RCA stereo phono , 1H AM-FM-FM Stereo radio, 8-Track stereo tape player with stand CENTRALTRUST and headphones 32 3 -971 AND 95 * Where to dine in $199. SAVINGSBANK Downtown Davenport • AM-FM -FM Stereo radio tuner features slide-rule vernier tuning, AFC for drift-free FM, lighted dial. Eldridge, Iowa and built-in antennas. • 8-Track stereo tape player features automatic or manual track selection and track indicator Old fashioned Service in • Automatic changer plays records of all sizes a modern , beautiful Colo ­ and shuts off after last record . nial Building with a very • Feather Action tone arm protects records against warm atmosphere . audible needle scratch. • Separate bass , treble, stereo balance and volu me controls. 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Knight Kelly's Telephone(319) 322-6229 Circle Tap Bowlmor Lanes 2952 Brady Davenport, Iowa • Patio Lounge • Resturant • Summer League • Open Year Round • Air-conditioned Bowling SPECIAL SUMMER TIME STUDENT RATES 9 There 's no one exactly like you , Assumption Central Engineering Co. ThomasE. Mooney AGENCYMANAGER "FOR YOUR The Equitable Life Assurance REAL ESTATE Society of the United States NEEDS" SUITE209 BRENTON BANK BLDG . 1606 BRADY STREET P.O. BOX 1239 DAVENPORT , IOWA 52803 JOEBUSH Bus : 322-5951 PHONE Res: 355-6520 OFFICE 324-1981 RES. 323-6709 RUHL & RUHL, INC. REALTORS 10 ASSUMPTION PARENTS' CLUB OFFICERS 1973-74 President . Mrs . Richard Evans Vice President . Mr . Mike Bush Secretary . Mrs . Robert Coryn Treasurer . Mrs . Richard Blough SPECIAL CHAI RMEN Membership . Mr . and Mrs . John Herr Social . Mrs . Carl Koos Mrs . John Nolan Publicity . Mrs . James Noth Dance . Mrs . James Frazer Mrs . Roger Jaros Mrs . John Daniel Mrs . 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