Andrew Lewis High School - Pioneer Yearbook (Salem, VA)

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MR. EDDIE JOYCE MR. BILL SETZER Assistant Principals Efficient Administration An ever-present consideration for detail and a retention of broad objectives characterized the work of our ad¬ ministrative staff this year. Weary administrators en¬ deavored to build a firm foundation for next year’s transi¬ tion to modular scheduling. Competent and efficient, these men worked long hours and suffered many head¬ aches to perfect Lewis’s academics. ’Midst seemingly chaotic school days, the “top dogs” remained calm and collected, never losing their cool. Hustling and energetic, they could be seen hurrying down halls, toiling at their desks, or chatting with students. Contrary to popular belief, an administrator’s position is not to be envied. A job involving long hours of sentry duty in the cafeteria and the mothering of flocks of “home-sick” groovies holds unpleasant moments, as Principal Walter Hunt and Assistant Principals Bill Setzer and Eddie Joyce discovered, much to their chagrin. These three musketeers watched knees and were quick to spot long hair and fish-net hose. The less publicized but more important aspect of the administrative duties, that of overseeing and co-ordinating all school activities, was carried out with the same marked degree of efficiency. 16 MR. WALTER A. HUNT Principal

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Academics From the moment of my birth To the instant of my death There are patterns I must follow Just as I must breathe each breath. 15

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MRS. EDNA WEEKS MISS MARTHA WADE Sophomore and Junior Guidance Counselor Freshman Guidance Counselor, English and Guidance Staffs “Get It Done” Early in the year, Seniors discovered a gold mine from which they would draw all year. This reservoir of informa¬ tion was the office of Gary Kelly, head of the guidance department. Friendly chats in the hall, as well as more formal conferences, preceded Seniors’ final satisfaction in knowing “what is coming off” for next year. Underclassmen became acquainted with the guidance department through the many efforts of Mrs. Edna Weeks and Miss Martha Wade. Always ready to lend an ear, they were adept at helping students with health and study problems. Administering tests and scheduling students also took much of their time. “Well, you need an English and a math, but what electives do you want? What are your interests? Maybe you should think about the vocational school—” Such remarks were often heard as these counselors sought to guide students ' thoughts. The policy of the department was to help students make their own decisions rather than forcing a decision on them. Their success was evident when students sud¬ denly realized what they really did want. As Students breathed a sigh of relief to have their plans for next year settled, these Trojans were only able to smile and keep working. MR. GARY KELLY Senior Guidance Counselor, Psychology 17