Worthington-West Franklin
High School

Worthington, PA

1933 - 1984

Why Come to the Reunion?

If there is one prevailing question about the all reunions we have had it is, “Why don’t more people come especially the latter classes?”  Various reasons have been offered, but I am not sure any of us really know the answer for certain.  I would like to present an analogy that may encourage people to consider coming.

Many followers of the great religions find it helpful and for some mandatory to journey back to what they each believe is holy ground, to honor where their belief system had its beginnings.  Not wanting to be sacrilegious, but in a way coming to the reunion can be a similar experience.

A time to remember where we came from, where our roots were planted, where first friends were made, our first love or kiss, recognition of accomplishments experienced, people who have made lasting impressions on us and so many more experiences and events.

Have you ever thought about the many disadvantages we had to overcome, but were not thought much about at the time?  A half room library, a poorly equipped laboratory, most likely outdated textbooks and a matchbox gymnasium.  Now think about what was produced from such an environment.  From this background have come teachers, doctors, nurses, administrators, lawyers, engineers, pastors and many other professions, but most important just hard working responsible individuals, who have lived a good life.

Although not on the same level as a religious pilgrimage, coming to the reunion can be an opportunity to reconnect with old friends, a show of respect for a place and time where beliefs systems were born and life principles were founded and a time to celebrate together how we all have been blessed by the gift of attending or graduating from Worthington High School.

Bob Adams