Baldwin High School - Piper Yearbook (Birmingham, MI)

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Une ecwiniae For five years I have. been associated with Bald- win High School. They have been exceedingly in- teresting years because they have been spent in working with an enthusiastic and challenging stu- dent body. If I were asked to describe them, I could tell the story well in two words -- busy and happy. This year, as one of the five, can truly be classed as one of the most interesting. A fine spirit has pre- vailed in the student body and the good name of Baldwin has risen to new heights. In activities and in the classroom this student body has demonstrat- ed that it is constituted of a group of young people who have faith in the future. Their sincere enthusi- asm is evidence of the fact that for them lite is ever an unfolding, enriching experience. As the principal of the school I have felt a grave responsibility to exercise constructive leadership trying always to help them acquire perspective which will enable them to live the good life as citi- zens in a free democratic society. Ross A. Wagner, Principal Baldwin High School

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nqwsawfiavm www The good name of Baldwin High School is not dependent upon individuals who have entered its doors. lt is a composite of the success of many stu, dents who have contributed their best over the years, in the activities of the school. Talent has been diversified in every entering class. Some have achieved athletic success while others have won academic honors in competitive examinations. Unusual ability has been demon- strated in Dramatics, School Assemblies, Publica- tions, and civic responsibilities. There are two points of view which must prevail if Baldwin is to continue her progress, or even achieve greater success. ln the first place, students must make sure that everyone is given a chance to contribute in some way to the life of Baldwin. This does not mean that leadership cannot continue in the hands of those capable of it. lt does mean that a search for the ways and means of discovering in- terest and abilities will be devised so that EVERY student will be drawn into some activity, and have a sense of belonging to the school. This responsibility is not solely placed on the leaders of the school. Students must develop a willingness to enter into the spirit of the school-to become a part of the activities in any role which may be necessary to make the program a success. The second point of view is that of attitude, which, as much as contribution of talent, is necessary to the success of the school. Every student should pre- serve a friendly, cooperative attitude at all costs if the atmosphere of Baldwin is to be conducive to rich participation by each member of the school. The merging of these two factors results in the teamwork which is necessary in that segment of society housed within the walls of Baldwin lligh School. Truly, it is a cross-section of life as it will be carried on in any other institution. For every ball carrier there must be blocking and interference --a determination for the school to win, supported by organized cheers from the sidelines, and the emo- tional tingle of music which brings every person to his feet as the Alma Mater is played by the band. Every student must make his contribution in terms of his abilities and interests. The degree to which this fundamental principle is applied will mark the development of a sense of pride in the accomplish- ments of his school. A good school is a team work proposition and the spirit of Baldwin must not only be preserved but fostered so that students will anticipate it before en- tering her halls, and treasure it in their hearts for long years after their graduation. Dwight B. Ireland Superintendent of Schools

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Meei0m... The versatile members of the English department combine their ability to make English live with their unusual interest in school life. Assembled to discuss mutual problems are Dorothy Perry, lanet Bainbridge, Mary Hart- wick, Vida McGii'iin, and Dorothy Allen. Besides the difficult job of pounding in cases and endings, these members of the foreign language department all take part in directing our school plays. Ianet Bainbridge, supervision of make- up: Ruth Hull, director, and Lydia Ha- bib, properties. Some of our most interesting courses are taken in Hill School. Teachers are Victor Ulrich, choir, Lillian Clawson, arty Virginia Hawkins, home econom- ics, and William Sloat, mechanical drawing.