Alameda High School - Acorn Yearbook (Alameda, CA)

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DR. DONALD M. RCDERICK Superintendent of Schools Our Leaders Encourage Advancement The Board of Education has the responsibility of making the rules and regulations which gov- ern the Alameda Unified School District. In pub- lic meetings held twice a month the members make the decisions which provide the essentials for a good educational program. They approve the courses of study, set school policies, review the financial status, and approve expenditures of the public monies. The smooth and efficient operation of the com- munity’s educational system depends greatly upon the manner in which the Board of Educa- tion functions. Careful scrutiny of the progress our schools have made should assure anyone that the Board of Education is doing an excellent job. Dr. Roderick, the Superintendent of Schools, BOARD OF EDUCATION—left to right: Mr. Walter V. Howe, Mrs. Lee Cavanaugh, Dr. Stuart Stevens, Dr. Donald D. Lum, President, Mr. A. Hubbard, Jr. is appointed by the Board of Education as its executive officer. In preparation for this impor- tant role, he has previously served the Alameda schools as a teacher in both the elementary and secondary schools, as an elementary school vice- principal, an elementary principal, principal of the Adult School, and Assistant Superintendent. He has served as Superintendent for the past nine years. Although his duties and responsibilities are many, he nevertheless finds time to discuss any problems which students, parents, and Alameda citizens may bring to his office. He also sees to it that the public is kept informed of the important educational issues, and directs the administra- tion of the schools.

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MR. MELL Mr. Mell Inspires Us To Progress No matter how much knowledge we may acquire or how much skill we may develop in our chosen vocation, we cannot be suc- cessful unless we have mastered ‘the art of getting along with people. All people are alike in certain respects. For example, everyone wants the admira- tion, respect, and love of his family and friends. If at times we feel the lack of con- fidence in ourselves, we remember that such is true also of the very person who seenis to have the most self-assurance in the world. Che important thing for us to remember is that other people are like us. To get along with them, we must first understand ourselves. Perhaps one of the finest opportunities we have for doing this comes from participating in the education- al, physical, and social offerings afforded all students during their four years of high school life. Poise,’ maturity, achievement, skills, and friendships are bu t a few of the results of appreciation, responsibility, our high school experience which help us to better understand ourselves. The 1961 Acorn in its theme “Tides of Progress” has delightfully captured for pos- terity, both in photography and prose, the multiplicity of activities and achievements which have given substance, direction, meaning, and objectivity to, and pride in, our high school life. I wish to extend my personal thanks and heartfelt appreciation to Bruce Shephard and Joanne ‘Takeda, Editors; Vicki Butler, Business Manager; their staffs; and to Mr. Bruce Tingwall and Mr. Peter Ribicoff, Editorial and Business Manager’ Advisers, for their many hours of hard work and levoted effort. Lowell W. Mell, Principal

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Understanding Administrators Vice-Principal Dr. Snell is a man with a myriad of things to do, and he does them all admirably. Among other things he acts as head counselor of the Men’s Board of Control and is in charge of sign-ups for it. He assists Mr. Mell in important matters, including making up the program schedule. DR. SNELL Vice-Principal A woman who is more than helpful and who every girl will remember is Mrs. Hoeksema. She has many responsibilities that she must attend to. She is Vice Principal, and Head Advisor to the Wom- en’s Board of Control, Courtesy Board and to the Girls Association. When a club’s activity needs publicity, Mrs. Hoeksema is always happy to help alert the pub- lic b y arranging newspaper publicity, or in any other way possible. Her kindness and understanding have gained her much respect and friendship among Alameda High School students. MRS. HOEKSEMA Vice-Principal BARTLEY Counselor Mr. Bartley does many different jobs as head counsellor of Alameda High School. He helps one to adjust to adulthood and to accept responsibili- ties. He advises students and helps them to select the right kind of program to suit their abilities. He also helps students when their counsellors cannot be reached. Mr. Bartley helps set rules for scholarship tests and to advise the student whether he should take these tests.