Bogalusa High School - Lumberjack Yearbook (Bogalusa, LA)

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Superintendent J.L. Bickham High School Supervisor-Georgia Martin The School Board faces many im- portant problems and decisions every year. One of the more prominent problems in 1982 was deciding howto cut operating expenses after the fail - ure ofa one-cent sales tax. A shift to a four-day school week was even dis- cussed to save power and heating costs. Like Superintendent Bickham said though, T hat would be real pop- 146 Academics ular with the kids, but I don't know how popular it would be with the par- ents. Another decision made by the school board was the appointment of a new superintendent. The Board unanimously voted to appoint Dr. Ehrbright from Hammond, Louisi- ana. 1. Superintendent J.L. Bickham retires after devoting 37 years of service to Bogalusa City Schools, Mr. Bickham and his wU'e Jo try out the boat which was presented to them at a re- tirement party. 2. This was the last graduating class to receive diplomas from Mr. Bickham. 3. Graduation night, Mr. Bickham addresses the audience before handing out diplomas. 4. The 1982 School Board. Russel Keaton, Joe Ball, Richard Borde, Eddie McCormick, R. T. Young, Barbara Williams, Superintendent Bickham, and Principal Richard C othern. Not Shown Gayle Jenkins.

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'Mgmt 'film-Q. .ex J yi! Principal Mr. Richard Cothern JUG' ., 4 Mr. Cothern has completed his second year as principal of BHS. Previously, he served as a chemistry teacher and later as an assistant principal. He spends many hours per- forming the duties of his office and creating a pleasant atmosphere at BHS for its faculty and students. In his leisure hours, he enjoys hunting 148 Academics and fishing. Mrs. Chatmon is continuing her many years of service to BHS as an assistant principal. Her numerous responsibilities include curriculum development, teaching assignments, and organizing our rally partici- pants. She has become invaluable during her extensive term at BHS. Mr. Magee handles all disciplin- ary actions regarding students. His judgment and wisdom in school af- fairs makes his position most impor- tant in the day-to-day activities of our school.