C E Byrd High School - Gusher Yearbook (Shreveport, LA)

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Principal Symbolizes Jacket Pride MR. J. H. DUNCAN B.A., Trinity University M.A., University of Texas No one has a deej er sense of pride and en- thusiasm in Byrd than Mr. Duncan. He works endless hours to make it possible for his students to gain a firm foundation in the funda- mentals of education and to prepare them as citizens of tomorrow. As supervisor of Byrd’s academic, social, and athletic programs, he is always busy either at school or at various meetings representing the city of Byrd. Through Mr. Duncan, Byrd has gained a nationwide reputation as a fine school. Mr. Dunoan’s praisa, correction, and defense serve as guide- posts to all students who pass through Byrd High School. ‘Byrd has twenty-three National Merit Finalists,” announced Mr. Ehincan at one of our aasemblies. Kitty Johnson, George Hearn, Ernie Gaw, and Dave Fuller hold their certificates. Standing tall before the Fair Park game, both Jack the Jacket and Mr. Duncan were assured of a victory. 23

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Mrs. Duncan acts as hostess at the Christmas tea she gave for the Mr. Ravenna depends on many office workers to keep the CU lty. school running smoothly. Kenneth Harvey and Suzanne Elliott help keep up with absentees. Activities Keep Faculty Busy Sixty percent of Byrd’s teachers sponsor various Taking time out of their busy days for lunch are Mr. and Mrs. Duncan and clubs. Mrs. Morgan, Donna Wood t Ann Jones, Jane Mr. Harry Miley. Ducote, and Miss Norsworthy attend an F.T.A. meeting. Remembering the rich enthusiasm of the annual Homecoming Assembly are two of the greatest citizens of Byrd t Mr. and Mrs. Koffman. Various films are available to teachers. Mr. Raymond Yopp shows a film to his Driver ' s Education class. 22

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Assistant Principals and Counselors MRS. JACKIE B. BARR B.S. Centenary College M.Ed. Northwestem State College M rs. Barr, on leave, formerly served Byrd as Junior counselor. Her main interest is her fami- ly. MISS JANICE DAVIDSON B.A. Louisiana Polytechnic Institute M.Ed. Northwestem State College The advice of Miss Davidson has been in- valuable to seniors with question conceming col- leges or vocations. She checks seniors credits, helps scholarship appli- cants, and counsels with both parents and stu- dents. Bridge, bowling, and music are Mrs. Da- vidson’s outside interests. CHARLES A. RAVENNA B.S., Centenary CoIIege M.S., Louisiana State University M.A., Peabody College Having an interest in each student of Byrd, Mr. Ravenna ably carries out his various responsibilities. As assistant principal in charge of ad- ministration, he must supervise student elections, school social affairs, dis- ciplinary measures, and the preparation of attendance records. Mr. Ravenna enjoys perfecting the art of memory association, gardening, hunt- ing, and traveling. Making appointments for use of the auditorium are Mr. Ravenna and Babs Braddock. 24