Claymont High School - Clay Tablet Yearbook (Claymont, DE)

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BOARD OF EDUCATION The members, left to right, are: Mr. Thomas C. Barrg Mr. George F. Browng Dr. Sager Tryon. Presidentg Mr, John R. Brand, Vice - Presidentg Mr. Robert L. Durkee, Secretary. 5 W, rrrrr S SUPERINTENDENTS MESSAGE Commencement is a time for advice. Here is mine to you: Don't waste time or tears on yesterday. Put down the burden of past mistakes and regrets. Live today! Plan for tomorrow! Don't be a sniveling slave to time. Why count the number of swings the earth makes around the sun? Count rather your deeds, your accomplishments, your friends. Accept failure in others gracefullyg never in yourself, Life has no obstaclesfonly challenges, and scorn for those who say I can't. God has given you time and talent. Use them. By your effort you will win or lose your personal freedom. Keep your heart hungry for new knowledge. Keep mentally limber by always learning something. When you stop learning, you are dead, even if you aren't buried. You have inherited a tiny niche in an untidy world. What is in it for you? With sincere best wishes, Robert L. Durkee Superintendent of Schools 3' it il 4

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MR. DAVIS: In the few years that Mr. Davis has been a member of our administrative staff, he has become a friend to us all. As the result of his efforts, our school has had a new shop building constructed and work on the new science wing is near- ing completion. His friendly smile and cheerful hello help brighten many grey mornings. .tt J MR . KUPJ I AN 1 Mr. Kupjian has been a member of the Claymont faculty for many years. After teaching chemistry, physics, and mathe- matics, he became high school principal in 1944. His interest in all school acti- vities has never ceased throughout the years. His patience and fairness have won him the respect of students and teachers alike. t P he 5 . - . ..... ..t c ,.r... P .trt . it 'I .f1er1.g-wf. 1- 1 ,- MRS. GRIFFITHS: Since becoming guidance counselor in 1947, Mrs. Griffiths has given freely of her time to all. Her inlinite patience and understanding have helped many students find the right road to success. She has been an able advisor to the Student Council and contributed much to its effectiveness. She will always be remem- bered in the hearts of those who knew her because of her congenial personal- ity. MR. PHILLIPS: Mr. Phillips is a recent addition to our guidance department. His friendly smile and warm personality have endeared him to the hearts of all. He is always ready to help with any Problem, personal or otherwise. As a sponsor of the Student Council, he has contributed much to its success. We deeply appreciate all the help he has given us in all of our years at Claymont.