Breck School - Mustang Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

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Mr. Charles Ilsley, Jr. ASSISTANT HEADMASTER Two years ago, when Mr. Ilslcy came to Breck School, everyone was impressed with the proficiency with which he overcame the problems of his office. Since then he has continued to show his qualifications for the job. Bom in Milwaukee, Mr. Ilsley attended the Milwaukee Country Day School. He later enrolled in the Asheville School in North Carolina. In 1962, after receiving his A.B. from Princeton University, he was awarded his Ed.M. at Harvard University. In addition to his job as Assistant Headmaster, Mr. Ilsley enjoys teaching Latin in the eighth grade. He is very much impressed by Breck's faculty and the fine job they are doing. The entire school appreciates Mr. Ilsley's efforts to build a stronger Breck and hopes that his future at Breck will be as successful as the past two years have been. 12

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The Rnrtrnd Canon F. Douglas Henderson, D.D. HEADMASTER When Canon Henderson came to Breck in 1953, he immediately assumed the tremendous responsibility of reshaping the old military school into a school which would place its emphasis upon academics. Acquiring the best faculty and administration available, Canon Henderson set out to build a school which would Ire second to none in its standards of excellence. Now the effects of his work can be seen and his effectiveness is unquestionable. In his eleven years at Breck, he has provided the leadership for the important ste{ s in the school’s development. During this time the school has moved to its present modem campus in Minneapolis and has dropped the military program. Breck is now one of the finest college preparatory schools in the area. Canon Henderson's leadership has already had an influence on the future of Breck. He has provided much of the drive for the long range planning which has been done. Under these plans Breck will become a co-cdueational school with increased facilities and enrollment. A new Chapel and a Science and Mathematics building have been planned. These changes will make Breck a unique and complete educational institution. Canon Henderson’s leadership and sincerity are surpassed only by his friendliness. He is both res| ectcd and well-liked by the students. We feel certain that these qualities will make the Canon’s future as progressive as the past. 11

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Mr. George This ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mr. George Thiss for the past three years has been the Administrative .Assistant to the Headmaster and the Director of Enrollment. He handles all publicity and public relations for the school. His tasks are many and his value to the school is immeasurable. Mr. Thiss graduated from Breck in 1946. He received his B.A. degree from the University of Minnesota in 1950 and went on to acquire an M.S. degree from New York University. He has always been a leader. In each of his four high school years at Breck he was President of his class. For three consecutive years he was awarded the medal for Best Athlete. Mr. Thiss is now an active alumnus, serving for three years as the Alumni Representative on the Board of Trustees Mr. Thiss is a civic-minded individual, being Vice-chairman of the State Central Committee of the Republican Party and Minneapolis Chairman for United Nations Day. He is also active in the Rotary Club and many civic causes. Above all Mr. Thiss is devoted to Breck. In spite of his full schedule during the day, he still finds time to assist in the athletic program and help coach Junior Varsity football and basketball. He is always willing to help out in any matter which will benefit Breck School. 13