Alleghany County High School - Alcova Yearbook (Covington, VA)

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Mr. Cvizic Administers School Rules Fairly To students at Alleghany, Mr. Cvizic is the symbol of authority. He represents all school policy and rules; in most instances where con- flict with school policy arises, he is the final authority; however, his warm and friendly personality keep him from seeming aloof. When he walks down a hall at ACHS, he al- ways has a friendly greeting for the students and faculty members that he meets. He always finds time for those who have important mat- ters to discuss with him. Students should never be deceived by think- ing that Mr. Cvizic ' s amiable manner will in- terfere with his conscientious administering of regulations governing the student body. He can become a firm disciplinarian when a situ- ation necessitates his so doing, but he always deals with students with fairness and great patience. Usually, he is willing to dispense mild punishment to offenders and to give them another chance. He will always listen to spec- ial requests which are reasonable and will base his decisions on all pertinent factors. Always seeking to improve school condi- tions, Mr. Cvizic sets high standards for stu- dent conduct. He assumes a special interest in all student activities. Mr. Cvizic enters his office to begin his usual, busy day. Mr. Cvizic addresses the student body during an assembly. Mr. Dusan Cvizic, Principal Concord College, A.B. George Peabody College, M.Ed. 13

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School Board Formulates A ll School Policies Mr. C. M. Smith, District Supervisor East Carolina College, B.S. University of Virginia, M.Ed. To the school board belongs the responsibility of de- termining regulations and policies for all schools in Alleghany County. Their fairness in policy making is demonstrated by their willingness to listen to reason- able requests and petitions to change established rules. In addition to setting policies, they are also respon- sible for supervising the administration of them. Their supervisor, Mr. C. M. Smith, checks to be sure that all schools are functioning smoothly. He assists in trying to solve any pr oblems which cannot be solved locally. Due to the helpful suggestions from Mr. Walter Hodnett, Superintendent of Alleghany County Schools, and the capable leadership of Mrs. Lois Hamlett, chairman, the school board manages to reach de- cisions that are in the best interests of all involved. School board members are: Chairman, Mrs. John Hamlett, Mr. Bishop Pentz, Mr. Robert Burrowes, Mr. Frank Hammond, Mr. Delbert Hepler, Mrs. James Ginn, and Mr. Walter Hod- nett, Superintendent. 12

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Mr. Walker Is Named Assistant Principal Mr. Walker teases Jeannie Morris as he signs an absentee excuse for her. Another office was added to the administrative staff of Alleghany County High School in the autumn of 1966. To fill the new office of assistant principal, Mr. Charles F. Walker was named. Prior to this year, he had been a member of the mathematics depart- ment. In his new capacity, Mr. Walker undertakes many of the duties which have previously been performed by Mr. Cvizic and Mr. Holbert. He begins the year by assigning students to classes according to the curricula they have entered. Mr. Walker ' s customary responsi- bilities include signing absentee excuses, approving students ' leaving school early, checking teachers ' reg- isters, and conferring with teachers, students, and parents on problems about courses and grades. Throughout the year, he assists in scheduling and di- recting academic and extracurricular activities. He frequently assumes the role of a disciplinarian by pun- ishing those students who are guilty of breaking school rules. In the absence of Mr. Cvizic, he undertakes the administrative and ceremonial duties of principal of Alleghany. Mr. Walker confers with Mrs. McClintic and Mr. Jefferies as they patrol the halls between classes. 14