Catalina High School - Torch Yearbook (Tucson, AZ)

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7 K 4, 1 N y ,., salt, 1 , lyhk VVLN Q fi Seated at his desk in his office, Rollin T. Gridley is carrying out one small part of the very important responsibilities that beholds his of the many varied duties as principal. The desk job is only a office at Catalina. Principal Rollin T. Gridley's job is one of and for the students. Whatever he does has a great bearing on every student attending Catalina. He is indeed a step in the search of this searching generation. Mr. Gridley plans and carries through the school life. This hard and detailing job ranges from heading the care of the school building to working in the area of parent-teacher relationships. As principal, he is di- rectly responsible for the administration and instruc- tional program of the school, the coordination of all faculty meetings, the preparation of the school budget, and the administration of student Welfare programs. In spite of these numerous responsibilities, he still finds time to attend school functions. The gray-haired principal can be seen at all activities taking place after school. He is known for his enthusiastic support of Catalina in Whatever it does. , I am very proud of Catalina, and I hope it will continue to uphold its high standardsf' states Principal R. T. Gridley. The fact that Catalina is considered one of the top high schools in the nation is evidence of the end product of hard work and incentive. PrincipaI's Position Gne 'Of and For' the Students Appointment to be made? Mrs. Lillian Leonard is 'the person to see As principal's secretary, her day is full of such jobs. ,f.,,, . f. iin' 'L .iiirt a '.tl v ' i.iA 151' ',,' :v15,QQf5 fllf . rset ,Q .-i. f- If A

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Able Administration, Board trives for Improvement f5f'? ADMINISTRATION-Hugh V. Summers, business manager, Dr. Robert Morrow, superintendent of schools, Irene Erickson, assistant superintendent, elementary education, Charles A. Carson, associate superintendent, Dr. Thomas L. Lee, assistant superintendent, sec- ondary education. I ,N rr R VVe all appreciate strongly the duty that is en- trusted to us by the people, and we will do all there is in our power to make the education in Tucson the best possiblef' Civic-minded leaders compose the School Board and Administration of District-Number one. These groups are constantly striving to improve the education offered in Arizonais largest school district. Elected by the Tucson voters, the unpaid members of the School Board give freely of their time and effort in the interest of todayis youth. The Board formulates board policies and is responsible for everything that goes on within the district. It consists of five members sewing staggered terms. The School Board meets often in order to keep the legislation of current interest. Superintendent Robert D. Morrow and his adminis- trative staff carry out the policies laid down by the School Board. They manage the schools with an eye out for their growth and betterment. They are continually revising the preferred curriculum to meet the pace of this moving, searching generation. The Tucson Public Schools and Catalina High School are obligated to these civic-minded leaders for their constant endeavors in up-grading education. Members of the School Board of District Number One-Mr. jacob C. Amevik, secretary, Dr. Delbert L. Secrist, presidentg and Dr Fruchthendler, Mr. Norval H. Iasper, Mrs. Nan E. Lyons, Myrtle William G. Pistor, clerk.

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Devoted Deans Are 'Here and Here to Help Youl' 5-gr U 'TJ' it .X-QQ We,re here, and we're here to help you, exclaims Mrs. Myrtle Brown, dean of girls. The dean of girls is in charge of personal prob- lems as well as disciplinary ones. In solving these problems, Mrs. Brown comes in contact with the ad- ministration, counselors, and parents. In addition, Mrs. Brown co-sponsors Girls League and schedules many activities. Being confronted with a variety of duties and re- sponsibilities which lie in three main areas is the major job of Mr. Henry Egbert. As dean of boys, he guides students to higher standards in citizenship and scholarship by helping them in solving their problems. Being assistant prin- cipal, also puts Mr. Egbert in charge of all stu- dent activities. - rf . H li Ml'-.w. 7, Q' Q - . X R,IP w- Filing, typing and answering phones are only a minor part of the less job. The secretaries handle all of the traific coming into dean's secretaries, Mrs. Mary Dyer and Mrs. Nellie Groenert, end- the dea.n's offices.