Editor's Note: The distribution of this book marks the end of an era. As we prepare for our departure from John Bapst Memorial High School we can use this book to help remind us of the memories that will last a lifetime. For the past four years, together we have sat through classes, crammed for tests, listened during assemblies, chanted during pep rallies, and taken part in extracurricular activities. As you leave high school try to remember the good times, not the bad. Do not forget all the friends we have made, and all the times we have spent together. We all share something very important in common, and on June 5, 1994, as we go our separate ways, these experiences will bind us. Hopefully this book, filled with faces, will keep alive the past four years, and we will realize how important to us they have been. It has been a long four years but it is hard to believe they are already over. We would like to thank all of our teachers for the incredible amount of time and effort they have given to us, but more importantly classmates who have made the past four years so great. We have worked hard to try to create a book which you would enjoy, and hope we have succeeded. Best of luck to all our classmates, and may everyone succeed to the best of their ability. It's been real! --Co-Editors Paul Messer and Amy O'Donnell

From the Editor's Desk: As you look through this yearbook, take a moment to look at your friends. These are the people who have shared special moments with you. Together you have laughed, cried, crammed for tests, and partied all night. As I prepare to leave John Bapst, I realize that the friendships I have made will be in my memories far longer than the daily struggles I have faced. With any luck, in the future this book will remind you of your friendships, those that have faded and those that endure. --Amanda DeLuck, Editor

Most of us see her at football or basketball games and bouncing down the halls of Bapst. If you go into the bandroom while there's something to be done and she discovers you. an innocent wanderer into her realm, she does not hesitate to put you to work. She is undoubtedly the MOST energetic person at Bapst. Julie Waring has a pride and dedication to Bapst that exudes from every pore of her body. She expects kids at Bapst. to be nothing less than spectacular, and because of her expectations, every year her seniors leave having learned respect, discipline, and her love of music...For ten years, Mrs. Julie Waring has directed the Bapst band. Every year they have grown bigger. and stronger, as Bapst grew. This year has the largest concert band ever with over 150 musicians. Mrs. Waring's band reached the ultimate honor and accomplishment. When she was asked to bring the Band to the airport and play for the incoming troops from Desert Storm, \1rs. Waring exuberantly accepted. She took as many musicians as she could at every opportunity. Luck was on her side the day Sgt. Tillman sauntered into BIA. From the airport to the media, from the spring concert to Washington D.C. Mrs. Waring put John Bapst on the map. Mrs. Waring, the crazy woman prodding her musicians to perfection, never showed her weaknesses. although she suffered from severe asthma and allergies. Her energy kept us going during the hot, sticky rehearsals. She taught us professionalism, pride, love for our country, and love of music. For her dedication, for her energy, and for her love, we say Thank You and we dedicate the 1991-1992 yearbook to Mrs. Julienne Waring.

Struggle would be the best word to describe the making of this year's Bapstonian. This year's yearbook was edited by Kim Horn and co-edited by Sarah Gontoski and Karen Currier. Rookie yearbook advisors Todd Carr and Mitch McCarthy had a lot to learn when they took over the reigns in September. They learned that Ben Franklin was right when he said, "Experience keeps a dear school, but a fool will learn in no other." When push came to shove a host of students hunkered down and spent the many hours it takes to put together a yearbook of this size and quality. We take great pride in offering you this remembrancer of 1990-91. Read it, enjoy it, but most of all, KEEP IT!

Welcome: All our lives, we have been given traditions to follow: turkey on Thanksgiving. candy on Valentine's Day, and ghosts and goblins on Halloween. When we entered high school, we were given more traditions to follow: proms, senior pictures, and spring musicals. Just as the yearbook staff of 1958 felt, we feel traditions are meant to be changed. The class of 1958 changed their yearbook from the Bapstonian to the Crusader. For thirty-two years, our yearbook has been known as the Crusader. Before that, however, our yearbook was known a the Bapstonian. And now, in 1990, we feel it is time to once again change tradition. Therefore, instead of Welcoming you to the 1990 Crusader, we Welcome you to the 1990 Bapstonian. Though it is the name the early yearbooks donned, it is still a change in tradition as we have been known for so long as the Crusader. And though we are not the first staff to change the title, tradition is still rocked as it has been thirty-two years since that change.

The 1989 Senior Class dedicates this yearbook to Mrs. Eleanor Campbell. our Guidance Counselor. Mrs. Campbell contributes her time to help others prepare for their future. Her countless hours are spent signing students up for classes, contacting college representatives, preparing students for S.A.T... listening and advising students. and so much more... Mrs. Campbell's sincerity, guidance, and support has helped so many students now at John Bapst and students that have graduated. Many of the graduates return for her help and she always willing to do what she can. Mrs. Campbell, Dedicating this year's yearbook to you is just a small way of showing how thankful we are for all that you have done for the students at John Bapst. You are a big part of what makes John Bapst so very special. Without you, there would be so many students lost between 108 to 301. Your guidance is very important to us. --Lenise Cushing, Editor

Principal's Message: It is with pleasure that I welcome all of you to the 1988 CRUSADER, especially the graduating seniors. Contained within these pages are pictures and words that will recall fond and meaningful memories for many years--years that will be remembered as the best of your life. I urge you to offer words of appreciation to all students who labored long without any promise of public recognition preparing this book. It is through their efforts that this annual is available to you. As you complete the final days of this school year and start to make plans for your summer vacation, I ask each of you to pause and remember Mark Colvin '87. I ask you to recall the circumstances that led to his untimely death. It is an ardent prayer that his family and I offer that no other member of the John Bapst community has to endure a similar tragedy. May each of you enjoy a peaceful summer. And to the graduating seniors I extend my congratulations and hopes for a very successful future. Personal regards, Joseph Sekera, Principal

We, the Seniors of 1987, hereby dedicate the 1987 Crusader Yearbook to Mr. James Nahra and to Mr. Harlow Floyd for all the help and encouragement that they have provided us during the past four years. Both Mr. Nahra and Mr. Floyd should be commended for their longevity in a field that is particularly well known for burnout. Mr. Nahra has been at John Bapst since 1972 and since then he has led the students of John Bapst to the victory of their graduation, by helping them raise funds, and by telling them of his personal trials as a student. Mr. Floyd has been at John Bapst since 1962 and he has always been known as an extremely honest and courageous teacher. It is rare these days when most of the world's mystery has been lost that one man could enchant a group of students and it seems almost impossible that two men would be able to achieve this goal, yet both Mr. Nahra and Mr. Floyd have seemed to enchant us all at one time or another with knowledge that comes not only from the text but also from life.

Dedicated to Mrs. Mary Sullivan and Mrs. Kathleen Martin: Mrs. Mary Sullivan is a dedicated teacher, wife and mother, city councillor and student aavisor. Her constant dedication to the students and the yearbook have been an inspiration to all. Her desire to give of herself has always been a gift to others and she is always willing to lend a hand of support or encouragement. Thank-you Mrs. Sullivan. Although Mrs. Martin has only been a secretary at John Bapst for one year, she has contributed to the success of each individual in our Senior class. Her help in the preparation of applications has been greatly appreciated. Thank-you Mrs. Martin.

Dedicated to our friend H. Edward Samways: When H. Edward Samways retired from the U.S. Postal Service, it simply meant he would have more time to devote to travel throughout New England and even to Ireland to visit his countless friends and relatives. It also provided more time for him to spend actively involved in his love of sports. A graduate of St. John's Grammar School and of Brewer High, Mr. Samways initiated the sports program of touch football, basketball and CYO baseball at St. Mary's School in the early '50s. His lifetime love of the ideals of athletics and his devotion to John Bapst athletic programs is evidenced by his attendance at games from the intramurals through JV boys' and girls' to most varsity teams. Ed's involvement as a fan, friend and coach has been capped most recently as he is currently serving as assistant softball coach. Seventy-seven years young, he conducts warmups by drilling grounders to the infielders, and serves as first base coach. Mr. Samways, thank you very much. With love from your friends.

Dedicated to Leonard Miragliuolo: Since 1978 Mr. Miragliuolo has served as Athletic Director, along with being coach of cross country, girls varsity basketball, track and field, and junior varsity softball. To date his cross country teams have collected three Pendale championships, four Eastern Maine championships, and two State championships. His basketball teams have collected one Eastern Maine championship and one State championship. Most Bapst people would credit his badgering, cajoling and his straight talking with the school's teams and fans having earned the coveted Sportsmanship banners. Despite his air of "So what?" Mr. Miragliuolo is a concerned and caring individual, committed to John Bapst Memorial High and to all of its family. THANK YOU!

Yearbooks Keep the Memories: The CRUSADER is a means by which high school memories are frozen in time and preserved for future years. As the years roll by, each and everyone of us will be able to look back on our high school experiences and rekindle the feelings thanks in part to the CRUSADER. It was through the efforts of many dedicated individuals that a yearbook such as this was made possible. The thankless job of fundraising and the many hours of construction have resulted in the final production, the 1983 CRUSADER.

The 1982 Crusader staff dedicates this yearbook to Raymond Lee Giroux, vice principal and disciplinarian. He has been dedicated and faithful to the school for many years. His job as disciplinarian puts him on the spot with the students, but he always acts fairly. He is advisor of Key Club. His hobbies are hockey, motorboat cruising, and salt and fresh water fishing. He teaches Latin I, French I and French II, along with his vice principal and disciplinarian duties. Thank you for your dedication to our faculty and student body over the years and we hope you stay with us for many years to come.

This yearbook to all of the loyal and hardworking people who spent a part of their lives reopening John Bapst Memorial High School. The student body. their parents. and the staff of John Bapst suffered a tragic loss in April. 1980, when Bishop O'Leary announced the necessity to shut down our old school. Many tears were shed and news coverage was extensive, detailing the conflicts around the constitutional seperation between the church and the state. The Crusaders rose to the occasion forming committees. rallies and organizations to "help save John Bapst." Four dedicated persons. Mr. Joseph Sekera. Mr. William Lindsay, Mr. Earl Hannigan and Mr. John MacKay were given the decision to determine the future of John Bapst. On Friday. June 13, these men chose to create a school by September 1. A brand new hope to continue alternate education in Bangor. The summer followed, packed with legal procedures including the lease of the building from the Diocese of Portland, the state approvals and licensures and the incorporation as a non-profit institution. Thanks to the dedication of these four men, their stalwart determination to withstand all tensions, John Bapst Memorial High School opened its doors as a private, non-sectarian and non-profit preperatory day school. The Crusader spirit told these people that they had one shot at success, one opportunity to survive. John Bapst Memorial High School is a living memorial to the work of people who knew there was a purpose to Bapst for Bangor. Thank you for making survival successful! We are proud.

"A Force" Every institution, whether it be academic, business, or otherwise; has forces which tend to mold it, and make it unique. John Bapst High School is no exception. Since its founding in 1926, many people have influenced the dynamic growth and progress of the School. This year's Crusader is dedicated to one such person. Sister Mary Luanus, a Benedicta native, received her B.A. from St. Joseph's College in Portland in 1956...There are several traits which all leaders must possess, Sr. Luanus exhibits them all. She is caring, concerned, and committed. She is self-confident but not self-conscious. One of a leader's most valued characteristics is their ability to relate to others. Sister has no trouble communicating with the students, faculty, or parents of the John Bapst family. There is no doubt that she has instilled these qualities into all those who she has come in contact with. Her marks of leadership will never be erased from the record of John Bapst High School. Besides her duties as Latin instructor, Sister Luanus teaches religion and can also be considered a god-parent of the student body. She is constantly involved in our religious services, masses and devotions. She is a model of good Christian and moral example. John Bapst benefits from her mere presence in our halls and classrooms. She is a force! Sister Luanus we salute you, and thank you.

The 1979 Crusader is dedicated to an outstanding group of people who comprise the John Bapst Golden Anniversary Fund Drive Committee. It is dedicated to each and every member with special note to Mrs. Josephine Profita, General Chairperson, and the Very Reverend Richard Harvey, Chairman of the Board, for their unending loyalty and dedication. Because of their efforts, thousands of dollars were raised for renovations, salaries, instructional supplies, a new heating and plumping system, and all around support of the school. This yearbook is dedicated to them not only for this reason, but also because through their generos-ity and unselfishness they have ensured the continuation of John Bapst as an institute of higher education and more importantly as an institution of Catholic education in the greater Bangor area.

The 1978 CRUSADER staff dedicates this yearbook to the graduating classes of John Bapst High School. Throughout the 50 years that Bapst has been standing, forty-eight classes have graduated leaving the traditions of the past, memories of the days shared and expectations of the future years which have grown to become a part of us... What distinguishes one group of classes from another? Students will come and go leaving empty desks for new students to fill. Many faces will be remembered, but how many will be forgotten? Memories, happy or sad, will separate our span of years from others. Whether one may recall the LTC championship, freshman inistions, the girls PVC-B track championship, loyalty song, the remorse felt after losing a game, the retreats; they are ours to keep and hold to remind us of our high school years. Our span of years is unique and is different from others. We will be remembered for what we did in our four years at Bapst. As we have watched other classes graduating, sometimes we may have thought what it would be like to graduate, to decide what college to go to, to make decisions, to be on our own. As we now look forward to our future we feel that our years at John Bapst have built a solid foundation with which to face whatever challenges our lives may hold. We leave one chapter behind with all the necessary information to move on to the next.

Frank J. Murray began his teaching career along with the class of '77. Already familiar with the John Bapst community, he soon became one of the most respected members of the staff, by both teachers and students. He was also the one called upon whenever any job had to be done. To merely list the positions Mr. Murray has held during our four years at John Bapst would be an injustice to him. For it is with his extra dedication that he established himself as a true leader, an educated teacher and a respected friend. His courage has been undaunted, his honesty has been impeccable and his integrity has been faultless. He will truly be an in-spiration for us, the graduating class, in the years to come. So, Mr. Frank J. Murray, teacher, track coach, football and basketball coordinator, S. A. C. moderator, Key Club advisor, and friend, we, the class of '77, would like to dedicate this edition of the Crusader to you for all the things you've done for us during our years at John Bapst.

The graduating class of 1976 proudly dedicate this volume of the "CRUSADER" to MISS ELIZABETH HOULI-HAN. Miss Houlihan was a graduate of Mt. Mercy Academy in Waterville and furthered her education at Merrimack College in North Andover, Mass. Better known to all as "Miss Betty", she keeps a watchful eye on the library daily. Her quest to hold the school record for catching smokers in the second floor bathroom has yet to be matched. Her tireless efforts have encour-aged her softball teams to "keep a stiff upper lip" and to do their best. Miss Betty has been an everpresent influence in our days at Bapst, always making sure (in her "soft, gentle voice") that we had sent in all our applications and ordered our announcements. Although this is our final year at John Bapst, we will always remember Miss Betty for the long, trying, hours she put in preparing us all for that one big dayGRADUATION! (and believe us it wasn't easy!) In light of this, we would like to take this time to thank her properly for all her help and let her know her actions do not go unnoticed and are appreciated. THANK YOU MISS BETTY!

It is with great pleasure that the Class of '75 dedicates the 1975 CRUSADER to Miss Elizabeth Houlihan, our yearbook advisor. Better known as "Miss Betty", she is familiar to all John Bapst students; either for her fine teaching ability, or for her firm belief in the necessity of firm discipline in the library. We take this opportunity to acknowledge her tireless efforts in preparation for commencement exercises, and thank her sincerely.

Each year it has become traditional for the graduating seniors to dedicate their year-hook to a person who has been an inspiration and a guide throughout our high school years. In keeping with this tradition, The Class of 1974 wishes to honor Mr. Harlow Floyd with this edition of the yearbook. It is indeed rare in such a short time as four years to become completely mystified with any person. It is not so rare, however, when that person is as unique a man as Mr. Floyd is. Harlow Floyd is a man like none we have ever met before. In him, every student can find a model of what we should try to become once we have left John Bapst. His courage is undeniable, his intelligence extraordinary, and his honesty unquestionable. John Bapst is lucky indeed to have such a man; the Class of 1974 is lucky to have been able to learn from him. We must now leave our beloved John Bapst, and in doing so we leave behind these next pages as our final tribute to this school and to the people we shall always hold dear to our hearts. The memories we have will always be cherished; and we thank Mr. Harlow Floyd for making them so.

Each year it has become traditional for the graduating class to dedicate their yearbook to a person who has been both an inspiration and a guide throughout their maturing high school years. And so, in keeping with tradition, the class of '73 wishes to dedicate this yearbook to the memory of Sister Claude Marie. Many years from now Sister will be remembered as the teacher whose greatest contribution to our class was that she believed in us as individuals, each possesing the unique capability to succeed in life. She will also remain in our memories as one of the most stubborn individuals any of us shall come across again... Sister Claude Marie once said that we were the class she had always searched for. With us she could become her real self, dropping all protec-ive shields. She believed in a great, hidden potential within the limits of our class and she was determined to put that potential to work. We now depart from the halls of John Bapst, leaving the following pages as a final testimony to the achievements of the class of 1973. It is with great sorrow to many of us as we go out into the world that Sister Claude Marie will no longer be there to push us on. We must now believe in ou-selves as she once believed in us. We can only that in the years to come, when we have each found our vocations in life, we will be able to sit back with confidence, sure that Sister would have been proud of us, as would all those who likewise believed in the spirit of our class, taking pride in proving that their faith was not mislaid.

In the past few years during which the future of John Bapst was in jeopardy, there have been several dedicated and concerned people who have fought to maintain this great institution. Many times, the people who contribute the most to a cause are the ones who are underrated and their accomplishments go unrecognized. We the students of John Bapst do not wish to underestimate the work of the John Bapst Quarterback Club. Since its formation, this organization has performed valuable services for the school. In the past, they have been responsible for the purchasing of football equipment, a whirlpool bath, Girls' Basketball uniforms, a washer arid dryer combination, and the new gymnasium floor. Everything this club does is for the benefit of the students at Bapst. The money that they raise through their dances, the Annual Boxing Show and other projects, is continually being put to good use. This year one of their most successful ventures was the 1971 Homecoming which attracted hundreds of former Bapst alumni to the festivities. It is with great pride that we say "thank-you" to the hard-working members of the Quarterback Club.

Through the years it has become customary that the editors of this annual leave a few words to the remaining students at Bapst. We eagerly use this privilege to look to our past and Bapst's future. Our four years at John Bapst have been a tremendous experience; it has been a great joy and yet it ends upon a note of sorrow--Looking back, we find that we have been provided with a superior education, surpassing any readily available. It was more than academic schooling, though, for we were engaged in a lesson in life. Making new friends, changing ideas, facing crises, all were part of our education. We would wish to leave this treasure for those who follow also to experience, yet we find this inheritance endangered. Our school, like our country, is embarking upon a new era, an era which shall determine whether or not it shall survive. The future is bright, but there are many pitfalls along the way. Only you who follow can make the foggy dream of a continuing John Bapst a reality.