Central Vocational High School - Pendulum Yearbook (Cincinnati, OH)

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OUR PRINCIPAL MR. CECIL o. TOWER When Dr. Claude V. Courter sought to fill the principalship of the new Central High School he looked far and Wide for the man. He returned home empty-handed only to find that man in his own ollice. When assigned the task of organizing and opening Central High School, Mr. Tower realized the magnitude of the task before him. The thoroughness, the diligence, the vigor and firmness with which he tackled his job soon won for him the respect and admiration of all who came in contact with him. Students, fac- ulty, and other administrators alike have already recognized the progressive character of the leadership offered by Mr. Tower. We feel secure in the knowledge that a wise course has been set, a strong hand is at helm, and come test or tempest, we shall not falter. Mr. Tower, before coming to Central, served as Assistant Principal at Western Hills High School for eight years and Research Director in the Central Office for seven years. DIRECTOR OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION MR. JOHN F. ARUNDEL John F. Arundel was appointed Director of Voca- tional Education in February, 1918, to reorganize ex- isting programs and promote vocational education under the Smith-Hughes Law. As a result, the plan of occupationally segregated vocational schools was ac- cepted by the Board of Education and the superin- tendent. Later, the Board acted favorably upon his recom- mendation that all vocational schools be designated as high schools and the teachers be placed upon the high school salary schedule. He also was instrumental in obtaining favorable Board action on a policy of college credit for industrial experiences-a policy included in all salary schedules since that time. An important step forward for the pupils was taken later when Mr. Arundel obtained State Charters as First-Grade High Schools for the nine schools. This allowed pupils to obtain a diploma in two calendar years of forty-eight weeks each and to enter State- supported colleges. During World War I, Mr. Arundel directed the training of 1,600 enlisted men. In World War ll, the department cooperated in the War Production Work- er Program. Under Public Law 34-6 over 41,500 Gl's were trained in c'On-the-Job and registered appren- tice programs. Mr. Arundel truly has given his life to vocational education.

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THE BOARD OF EDUCATION The pupils of Central High School salute the Board of Education ofthe City of Cincinnati. Indeed, we at Central High School have special reason to take pride in this and other recent local boards of education because of their favorable attitude toward the vocational and technical pro- grams in the Cincinnati School System. However, the determination ofthe hoard to follow a program of vigorous expansion, as well as to maintain high scholastic standards throughout the entire system, has given this generation of all Cincinnati youth cause to take pride in our educational institutions and to he inspired with a confidence that the youth of the next gen- eration will iind even greater opportunity for growth and development in an atmosphere of equally pleasant surroundings and friendly guidance. It is of great comfort in this strife-ridden world to know that, at least at home, the time-proven verities are still valued and preserved. Because the school is so vitally a part of young people7s lives, we are perhaps quicker to respond to its changing influences. We are, therefore, proud of our new school and thankful to the people who helped make it possible. Mrs. Victor E. Cooper, Hr. Benjamin H. Siehl, Mr. Daniel Lawrence, Dr. Fred W. Heinold, President, Mr. Stanley C. NIcKie, Mr. Samuel P. Todd, Mr. Edwin G. Becker, Vice President. 15

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Coun RUTH S. LAPE Assistant Principal, In Charge of Pupil Personnel. l l l THOMAS W. PEIRANO Assistant Principal, In Charge of Teacher Personnel. ASS STAN PRINCIPAL The Administrative set-up at Central includes two assistant principalsfone in charge of faculty-affairs, the other concerned with student affairs. During the early months of operation, Mr. Peirano shouldered the great bulk ol both burdens until East Vocational High School moved in in February and Mrs, Lape assumed the re- sponsibilities oi her office. Remember the moving days and the fun we had at the welcoming parties. The faculty joined in the Welcome Eastu activities and we know that many old associations were renewed-and new ones made. The administrative staff also includes three coun- selors who were always ready to hear our problems and concern themselves with our personal needs. You could always borrow a willing ear here but, let's face it kids- sometimes some of us waited in line-by request. AUGUST FRANECKI META K. HOWARD JAMES M. O'HARA selor for ninth anzl eleventh grade boys. Counselor for girls. Counselor for Tenth una' Twelfth grade boys