Marion High School - Cactus Yearbook (Marion, IN)

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Principal Richard Persinger and Assis Students formed the largest single body in our school. There were 'l7 stu- dents to every teacher. Therefore, the students assistance in the school func- tions was essential. Teachers aides helped faculty members by grading pa- pers and running errands. Members of the Usher Corp and Ambassadors worked with administrators in assisting visitors to the school. Groups such as the band 26th Street Singers and the ath- letic teams performed for the commu- nity throughout the school year. An extensive library is one of MHS s best features. David Klatt uses the library as a study hall where he completes a project. --ff , -4- fl' tant Principals Ralph Wynne lesse Tay lor and William lones come together to form a very vital piece in the school pic ture Each had specific duties which pro vide the student body and faculty with the educational atmosphere necessary to the smooth running of the school Richard Persinger oversaw and pro vided assistance with all the activities of the school Helping Persinger the assis tant principals had specific areas in which they worked Ralph Wynn was in charge of all student activities including graduation and National Honor Society. The curriculum was under the watchful eye of lesse Taylor while William lones managed business and facilities. Listening to student gripes occupies a large part of Principal Persinger s time. This time is not wasted. however as communication is important. Working Together 29

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Working together keeps us on top These groups of people all contrib- uted to the efficient operation of MHS. Without one of them, our school could not have run as smoothly. MHS, as a whole, depended on each one of these people to do their very important and specific jobs. ssxxvff - vel Secretaries were very important and had much to do with the running of our school. They saw that the students re- ceived their report cards planned the sporting events calender for the year and reminded students of school activi- ties. There were twelve secretaries who all worked eight hours a day. Annette Dunning personal secretary to Vice- Principal William lones said that she thoroughly enjoyed her work because she has the opportunity to become ac- quainted with many students. Secretaries often serve as a go-between for stu- dents and faculty members. Annette Dunnings duties are to assist William jones. 'L l Q . Q it We 49x .,,..,..................f.---- 1 r . I . . I . I . 28 Working Together Superman may needed a costume and telephone booth to turn into a super- person, but here counselors needed nei- ther of these props to become super people. Another name for counselors could have been the super seven. Coun- selors put in seven hours a day'while they arrange all student schedules. A big responsibility of the counselors was to organize the PSAT and SAT tests. These tests were important because they determined a students college place- ment. Counselors also helped college bound students by securing information concerning scholarships and financial aid programs. Probably, the most hectic time of year for all counselors was the spring, as then arena scheduling was in process. All counselors agreed that there were many benefits to their difficult jobs. Get- ting to know a number of students, and helping people with problems were two duties that all counselors found to be re- warding. A primary responsibility of counselors was to help students in the organization of their classes. Herb Morgan helped many students with schedules. Teachers make up one of the most im- portant working groups in today's world. There were many teachers who did more than just lecture, give assignments, and grade tests. Ron Hickland taught Health and P.E. as well as coached the cross country team. Also, Larry Liddle taught P.E. classes and coached the var- sity basketball team. Many other teach- ers were involved in clubs. Teresa Fratus was in charge of the Spanish club, while Bruce Brandle used his weekend time for NOVUS field trips. Many teachers went on school trips as chaperones. This year, Lael Littlefield and Sharon Con- yers chaperoned a trip to Cozanell, a city located in Mexico. The extra effort shown by these teach- ers exhibits the interest some teachers have in creating a more interesting, as well as educational atmosphere at MHS. As most students realize, Algebra is one of the most difficult subjects offered at MHS. Mave Bald- win seems to be considering a challenging prob- -lem.

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Summertime, when the living is free and easy During the summer, many students thought only of relaxation and having a good time. Students who did not have jobs had time to take advantage of their vacation and enjoy outdoor and indoor fun. Many went to Indiana's lakes and rivers for water and sun fun' others went out of town for a concert or fair and some enjoyed playing sports or watching T.V. However they spent it for most it was a golden summer. From those first warm days of spring students came alive with Spring Fever . It is during these summer months out- door sports occupy a major portion of the student's free time. For senior lerry Cotrel, the sport was softball. He played for three teams, which were sponsored by The Armory, lalapa Church and St. john Lutheran Church. Softball took almost all of jerry s free time but he did not mind. I really enjoy softball especially the winning . Randy Miller played frisbee in his free hours. As he said It was a good way to relax at night after a day s work. Frisbee throwing has become a fad of the 70 s. jeff Burt is one ofthe fad s many supporters as he spends time playing frisbee. '..-'fmsv' v q.,a.,'.wa, ,. . Many students believed the best thing about summer was the sun and water. Waterskiing proved to be a popular sport among many. Teresa Laudeman said It made me feel like I was walking on water! jennifer Snowhite a skier of about eight years mentioned It was fun to do something fancy but at any moment you were on the borderline of wiping out. Snowhite was also a sailing fan. As she explained It s hard for me to describe something I love so much. Sailing is such a challenging sport. It s just you and the wind. Besides the water lovers there are also sun gods and godesses. Steve Murphy liked having a sun tan because It gave me that extra added sex appeal. Pat Curry got her sun tan on vacation. I was just watching a good looking life-guard and fell asleep. Watersports served as an excellent way to cool off hot summer days. The Salamonie Resevoir was a favorite boating area. 30 Summer