Ferndale High School - Reflector Yearbook (Johnstown, PA)

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THEIR SECRETARIES Mrs. Emma Koerbcr Miss Sandy Merberger Miss Pal Kiilinger MR. RODGERS Our school has profited from the arrival of a new- comer, Mr. Colbert Varner. Taking over the demanding position of principal, Mr. Varner quickly adapted to our system and effectively administered the school’s programs. His understand- ing of student problems and interest in the improvement of the school has earned him the respect of all. Without a doubt he is a man ably qualified to be second in command. Serving as Dale Junior High School Principal is Mr. Richard Rodgers. His presence at Dale has proven to be very beneficial. Mr. Rodgers has been instrumen- tal in developing the fine students he sends each year to the senior high school. With his competent guidance and supervision, he contrib- utes his abilities to the promising future of Fern- dale-Dale. 5

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OUR PRESIDENT As the result of several administrative changes in our school system, Ferndale- Dale has obtained a new supervising principal, Mr. Elmer Berkebile. Held in the highest esteem by the students and faculty alike, Mr. Berke- bile has devoted his excel- lent capabilities to the managing of the varied functions and duties of his office. Employing his recognized abilities, keen wit, and sincere willing- ness, he has fulfilled his responsibilities well. His counsel and advice are valued by many students, and he is never too busy to help those in need of assistance. The students are fortunate in having as their supervising prin- cipal a man whose loyalty has meant much to the progress of the school. HIS CABINET ... DR. CRUMBLINC MR. VARNER To bolster our administra- tion staff, Ferndale-Dale has a well qualified veteran of ed- ucation for its assistant super- vising principal. Dr. Russell Grumbling is a man whose ex- perience and knowledge en- ables him to aid in solving numerous problems that occur throughout the school year. Dedicated to the advancement of education. Dr. Grumbling has proven to be a valuable asset in the worthy accomplish- ments of our school. 4

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Dean Rummel, James Browning, Carl Harrison, Raymond Brehm. Absent: Clifford Bush. George Spence, Paul Burkett, Jane James, Paul Doyle, James Gindlesberger, George Jones. Absent: Karl Schlent- ner. Peter Scheer, Cletus Petchar, Adam Gembinski, Oscar Stephey, James Cruickshank. Absent: Richard Schrum, Stephen Friedman, Francis Polca, Adam Koch, Richard Claycomb. Harry Samilton, William Gertz, Robert Harbaugh, Joseph Ullery, Philip Cook. P Just as the great leaders whose likenesses are carved on Mount Rushmore were en- trusted with the decisions which guided our country, our school board is respon- sible for the plans and decis- ions which guide Ferndale- Dale High School. Working diligently and of- ten without recognition, the men and women of this board devote much time and effort to giving us the best educa- tion available. They truly carry on the leadership tradi- tion of the past—a tradition which has enabled our school, as well as our country, to as- sume the position of leader in its field. OFFICIALS—Front Row: Paul Burkett, Treasurer, Harry Hamilton, President, Adam Gembinski, Vice-President, George Jones, Secretary. Back Row: Elmer Berkebile, Supervising Principal, Colbert Varner, High School Prin- cipal, Russell Grumling, Assistant Supervising Principal. 6