Pittsboro High School - Progress Yearbook (Pittsboro, IN)

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Ward Crites was coach in 1943-44, 44-45, William Logan in 1945-46, Bob Shank in 1946-47, 47-48, Bill Schlifer in 1948 49, 49-50, and 50-51, lack Bradford in 1951-52, Walter O'Brien in 1953-54, 54-55, Max Cibbs in 1954-55, 55-56, 56-57, 57-58, Bonner Allee in 1958-59, 59-60, Don Abrams in 1960-61, 61-62, 62-63, 63-64, 64-65, Larry Sparks 1965-66, War- ren Fisher in 1966-67 and Bill Compton from 1967-68 through 74-75. Do you remember old P.H.S. yells?-Pep it up, pep it up, Fight, Fight, Fight, Shake it up, shake it up, Fight, Fight, Fight, Yea, Team, Fightl- A pint, a quart, A ten gallon can, Pittsboro High School, Yea-man.-Stand on a tin can, Stand on a band stand, Who can? We can. Nobody else can! Yea Rah Burros.-Teamwork on the bleachers, Teamwork on the floor, Teamwork makes the baskets, And the baskets makes the score.-Horn and hoof, Horn and hoof, Hold the floor and raise the roof, Razzle, dazzle, zizzle, zip, Yea, Pittsboro, let it rip.-Strawberry Shortcake, Cooseberry pie, V I C T O R Y, Are we in it? Well I guess, Fifteen rahs for P H S, Rah, rah, rah, etc.-Big chief, little chief, Papoose, squaw, Pittsboro High School, Rah, rah, rah. For many years an athletic award based on scholarship sportsmanship, and attitude was given each year to the out- standing athlete in the senior class. At first it was called the American Legion Award, then was changed to the Richard Tanselle award, in honor of Richard Tanselle, a graduate of the class of 1940 who died in World War II. It was a great honor to be chosenfor this award. Pittsboro can boast many trophies and pictures of winning teams through the years. It is to the great credit of team, coach, and student body, that winning or losing, we have a courteous, respectful attitude. Sectional victories in the last two years have made the Burros a much touted team. They have made headlines in county and metropolitan papers and by good team work and all-out effort, they have an excellent record. The coach, Bill Compton, is highly regarded. As an extra bit of information, the name Burros,' was given by Dortha Bowman, an Alumni of P H S and an enthusiastic member of the rooters . She and her 3 sisters, 2 nephews tone now a coachl and a niece, Sheri Schaekel are strong defenders of the school. She thought Pittsboro could be used to name the team Burros. It will soon be a thing of the past, but all students and Alumni can look back on the name with pride and nostalgia. Scholarship has always been stressed and due honor given to those who excelled in their studies. Each year at Com- mencement exercises, the valedictorian and Salutatorian of the class are announced. It is worthy of note that from the earliest years of the high school, those who were fortunate enough to attend college or other areas of higher education have made good records, some even distinguishing themselves by being chosen for special honors. From the ranks of graduates are men and women in various fields of work, farmers, business men, lawyers, doctors, bankers, teachers, musi- cians, government employees, grain dealers, truckers, mechanics, pharmacists, actors, veterinarians, plumbers, beau- ticians, sales people, ministers, grocers, merchants, secretaries, nurses, engineers, artists, photographers, coaches, and so on and so on. In studying the list of graduates, it is hard to find many who are not usefully and gainfully employed. That is a matter of great pride to our school and community. Among the many changes which have occurred in the 80 years of our existence as a high school is the differnce in teach- ers salaries. Mentioned previously was the sum of 810.00 paid to Iohn Lineberry for a few months teaching, then later teachers received S2 a day. In the early 20,s a good salary ranged between S1000 and S1200 annual for an 8 month term. Mr. Girard, principal received a salary of S2500 the first year he was here in 1926-27. In 1930, the Latin and English teacher received 351530, the music teacher less thn 31000. In the 30,s the coach received 361600. Contract books are enlightening to examine, showing the effect as they do of the economy on the salaries of teachers. During the 40's and 50's there was a decided increase and at the present time, teachers are beginning to be paid more nearly what they have deserved. Salary schedules for recent years indicate that teachers with experience and an an A B Degree can earn from S7000 to 89000, with a Master's Degree the salary scale runs much higher. In the 501s the most important, as well as the most controversial issue to confront our township was the question of consolidation. The theory of 'Kbigger and better schools was sweeping the country during the late 40's and 50's. In many ways it was not new as the same idea was a reality in the 1900,s, when many country schools were abandoned and pupils brought into the Pittsboro Schools. It was called centralization. Many citizens studied the plan of consolidation with open minds. As happened in many communities, there was a difference of opinion which resulted in personal grievances. There were several open meetings in the school building, statistics were presented, and arguments ensued. The first step taken was the appointment of a central committee from the county and the first suggestion made was the consolidation of Pittsboro and Brownsburg Schools. This met with definite opposition. VIII

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program got off to a good start. This plan had been under consideration for some time, having been advanced by the Farm Bureau in order to utilize surplus farm products. For almost 30 years it has been in successful operation, at present feeding on the average of 430 daily. Excellent assistance in the kitchen, good managers and wonderful cooks have made the cafeteria a great success. Faculty members during this period were Bernie Eggers, Mrs. Zelma Heinig, Mrs. Dorothy Lane, Mrs. Iuanita Tanselle William Schleifer, Mrs. Virginia Michael, jewel Michael, Mrs. Bennie Mae McCalment, Harry Henderson, Mrs. Reva Clancy, Carl jackson, Mr. Obrien, jack Bradford. Mrs. Heinig who was employed by trustee Parker in 1946 has the distinction of teaching 20 years, then added 8 more years as a 4-H Club leader. She and Glen Staton served here longer than any other teachers. QHigh Schoolj In 1950 while Hildon Ayers was tmstee, a new gym was built and dedicated. It was a much needed facility, erected between the grade and high school buildings almost as if it had been previously planned. The maple Hoor laid at a cost of 85,000 has lasted through many sandings and refinishings, since the gym has been used for recreation during the summer months. Since the population of the community has grown so much in the last several years, the seating capacity which seemed so adequate in the 50's and early 60's is being outgrown as there is a full house at every ball game. The gym has been the center of many activities: plays, banquets, community meetings, and commencements have been held there. It will be remembered that the speaker at the dedication of the new gym was L.V. Phillips, fonner principal of our school, who is at this time commissioner of the Indiana High School Athletic Association. There was an acute need for additional classrooms. During the trusteeship of Merle Hendricks, two class rooms on the second floor of the Grade Building were remodeled and five new classrooms, with rest rooms and furnace, were added west of the gym and connected to it with a long hall, at a cost of about S105,000.00. Later the school board added more rooms, making the elementary school very attractive, convenient, and adequate. It is possible with this new arrangement to load and imload school buses on the west side of the building where there is ample space. The history of athletics in Pittsboro School would make a separate volume in itself. From the early days when Loyal Schenck, a diminutive and well loved boy was quarterback on Pittsborois football wam, to the present time when coach Bill Compton has produced winning teams, the community is very proud, not only of the victories won, but of the attitudes, good sportsmanship, courtesy on the part of the fans, team work, and loyalty to our school. -re were the days when there was no gym, just the great out-of-doors to practice in and neighboring gyms to use for g.....es. Then some of the players of that period were Edwin Terrell, Roy Fisher, Thomas Feeney, Carroll McDonald, Percy Fowler, Omer Harlan, Ernest jones, and Paul jordan. At the same time there was a girls team that shocked the commimity by appearing in black bloomers. In 1919 a group of public spirited men organized a stock company and built a big wooden gym west and south of the grade building. Later, in 1939 while Harold Knetzer was trustee, the township bought it for 81500. It was the best gym in the coimty used by the neighboring teams, even Central Normal College. The first home game played in the new gym was in Ianuary, 1920 against F airland, Indiana with a victory for Pittsboro. Glen Hovermale was coach, C.M. Spall prin- cipal and players were Paul Robbins, Marvin Weaver, Steve Bowman, Harry Hession, Iohn Halfaker, Edward Ellis, Charles Swain, Gene Carter, Babe Ashby, and Byron Yeager. There was the team of 1922 that made basketball history by defeating Martinsville in thesectional at Mooresville. tThat was the age before county tourneys.j Shirle Essig was principal, Thomas Carmichael was coach. Pittsboro went en masse to Bloomington the next week to see the team play Manual. Members of the team were Charles Swain, Horace Swails, Eugene Carter, Paul Robbins, Byron Elmore, joe Ray Cowley, Buren Sallee, Carl and Earl Schenck. In 1926, Pittsboro again won the sectional tourney. Members of the team were: Robert Lindley, Wilfred Poland, Harold Brown, Carroll Kress, Paul Ditzenberger, with subs, Russell Powell, Edward Cowley, Vern Schenck, Kenneth Williams, Marvin Willis and Maurice Iohnson. Kress was high point man of the season with 177 points. He was also chosen captain of the All-Hendricks County Team as the outstanding player of the tourney. john Teter was principal and Ross Williams was coach. Winning is a continuing process with Pittsboro basketball teams. Glenn Hovermale was coach in 1919-20, 20-21, Tommy Carmichael in 1921-22, 22-23, Frank Glenn in 1923-24, Otha Breck in 1924-25, Ross Williams in 1925-26, 26-27, and 27- 28, Pete Fowler in 1928-29, 29-30, Lynn Turner in 1930-31, 31-32, Bill Kirtley in 1932-33, 33-34, and 34-35, Raymond Scott in 1935-36, 36-37, Louis French in 1937-38, Harry Niemeyer in 1938-39, 39-40, and Robert Leedy in 1940-41, 41- 42, and 42-43. , vu

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A question that kept recurring was What is wrong with our school in its present status?', Why can't we continue as we are? We have good teachers and a good school. Our students go away to college and many of them distinguish themselves. On the other side of the argument were the inducements offered by a bigger school, more modern facilities, better equipment, varied curricul a, better opportunities, more teachers with advanced degrees. Mr. Floyd Burroughs was the last principal employed by a township trustee, Mr. Merle Hendricks, and it was his sad lot to serve during this difficult time. He will be remembered for his patience, his dedication to his task as principal and teacher and his loyalty to the school. The division in the community was a tragic conclusion to thc 10 years he spent as principal. On November 6, 1962, a vote to consolidate with Center, Marion, Eel River and Union Townships was rejected with Middle Township voting 147 for and 683 against consolidation. A vote to consolidate with Union and Eel River Town- ships was passed May 5, 1964. In Middle Township, the vote was 259 for consolidation and 169 against. The first School Board was composed of the trustees of the three townships, Lamar Hartman, later replaced by Gerald Studley after his resignation, Eel River, Marvin Adams, Middle and Keith Herring, Union. They served two years until the first election of a school board. This board hired Mr. Bruno Lupato as Superintendent of Schools. He remained two years. The first elected school board was elected in May, 1966. It was composed of one member from each district and two at large. They were: District I-Merle Hendricks who was elected for a two year term, District 2-Donald Hitch, District 3-Harold Power. At-large-Robert Porter and Herschel Gentry, Ir. elected for a two year term. After the first election, the members were elected for a four year term. This board hired Mr. john Crick as administrator of the consolidated school district. Mr. Crick is an experienced educator and has served with ability and wisdom. The task of welding three townships into a functioning consolidation has not been easy, but the efforts of the school board and the superintendent are sincerely appreciated. Reports of subsequent elections are as follows: Elected in May, 1968, District 1-Herschel Gentry, Ir., At-large-Devon Jackson. Elected in May 1970-District 2-Donald Hitch, District 3-Jerry Bishop, At-large-jack Lee. This board autho- rized the purchase of ground for the new high school building. The Jewel Leachman farm extending south on State Road 39 and east on U.S. 136 at Lizton was bought in 1970, 72 plus acres for the amount of 889,000 james and Associates ere hired as Architects. They had built the new elementary building at Pittsboro at a cost of S355,000. In May, 1972 Robert Bray was elected from District 1, Devon Iackson at large. Due to the resignation of Ierry Bishop, Steven Ross was ap- pointed as District 3 member. This board started construction of the new high school which will be known as Tri-West Hendricks. Elected in May 1974, were District 3, Steven Ross, District 2, james Hall, At-large, jack Lec. Side Liner Am! By Liner After we become a part of Tri-West Hendricks, it will be a pleasure to look back on the days when we were a high school and know that we were always marching abreast of the times. The first regular band uniforms were purchased in 1953-54 at a cost of S30 to S35 per' uniform. The new uniforms for next year will cost S136 each. The first majorettes were Carolyn Sue Lindley and Thelma Yelton Hunter. In the years following many girls served as majorettes, among them Shirley Swain Boles, lean Scamahorn Abbott, Sharon Wagoner Reynolds, Carolyn Hinshaw Adams, Patty Smith Cales, Mary jo Reynolds Mendenhall, Sharon Miller, Cindy Raney, Peggy Thompson, Susie Trent O'Maley, Donna McClung Herring, Darlene Dillon, Sandra Hiland Marsh, Ieanne Niggel, janet Edwards Marsh, and Sharon Stevenson Hague. One of the most active extra curricular organizations is the Sunshine Society which Mrs. Zelma Heinig organized and sponsored for many years. Their creed is indicative of the high ideals which the girls strive to have: With love in my heart, forgetting self, and with charity for all, I will make the object of my life helpfulness and kindness to others. I shall try to get myself to give intelligent service in making my community a safer and more beautiful place in which to live. Thus will my own life become rich and complete. Their motto is Others',. Each year the girls select an Ideal Lady and between them there is a happy exchange of greetings and gifts until the Sunshine girls reveal themselves at the spring meeting. A Lift Of Firm T0 Remember: The Pittsboro High School was organized in 1894. The first teacher was Mrs. Mamie Reynolds Spees. IX