Brownsville High School - On The Moon Yearbook (Brownsville, PA)

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THE NEW SUPERVISING PRINCIPAL Mr, Barner, the new supervising principal, comes to us direct from ten years' service as supervising principal at the California High School, A graduate of the Kutztown Normal, Mr. Barner received his Bachelor of Science de- gree at Muhlenberg College, Allentown, Pa., and his Master of Arts degree at the Univer- sity of Pittsburgh. He also did graduate work at the University of Pittsburgh. He secured his first teaching position in an elementary school in Burkes County, located in the eastern part of Pennsylvania. He taught there for one year, and then went to Redstone Elementary School where he taught for three years. At those schools he taught English and social studies. Mr. Barner's first high school teaching po- sition was in the Perry Township High school, where he taught for eight years-four years as building principal and four as supervising principal. From Perry Twp., he went to Rockwood and served as supervising principal there for two years. When the chance was offered, Mr. Barner seized the opportunity to better himself and was transferred to California, Pennsylvania, in l93O. He taught there until last year at which time he was elected supervising princi- pal of the Brownsville schools. Mr. Barner belongs to the Rotary Club, the Masons, the Lodge of Perfection in Union- town, and the Consistory in Pittsburgh. He is a member of Phi Delta Kappa, American Association of School Administration, Nation- al Education Association, and the Pennsyl- vania Education Association. When asked what the greatest thrill in his school life was, Mr. Barner replied: The greatest thrill l had during my high School lNormal Schooll life was to receive my letter from the office of the principal stating that l had passed all the State Board Examinations without condition. A lover of all sports, Mr. Barner's greatest hobbies are fishing and golf. His church affiliation is Methodist, and he is quite active in all church work, Since Mr. Barner has come to Brownsville, many changes have been made in our school system. During previous years, our open house was always held in the evenings. This year open house was observed all day Tues- day, March 4, and classes were conducted in the usual everyday routine. Mr. Barner said that this change was made so the parents could really see what the students were doing in their school work. Another change he instituted is a new grading system that is more exact than that of former years. After witnessing the effect of the alter- ations made in this year's program, the un- dergraduates may feel certain that everything will be done to lay the foundations of learn- ing more securely. Supervising Principal Raymond T. Barner, at his desk. Page 17

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gf TOP ROW: Mr. Robert DeLanOyg Mrs. Anne Strawn. presideiitg Mr. H. B. Johnston. secretary. BOTTOM ROW: Mr. E. L. Clemmerz Mr. R. S. Brosius: Mr. W. A. Griffin: and Mr. Roy Davis, ice president.. THE BOARD OF EDUCATIO Once a month members of the School Board meet to study the problems pertinent to edu- cation here in the Brownsville schools. Their work includes the maintenance and regula- tion of our school and its activities. This able body is comprised of Mrs. Anne L. Strawn, J, Roy Davis, Howard B. Johnston, R. S. Brosius, E. L. Clemmer, Robert M. DeLaney, and W. A, Griffin. From their midst they have elect- ed Mrs, Strawn, president, Mr. Davis, vice- president, Mr. Johnston, secretary, Mr. De- Laney, treasurer. Just as the work of the Federal Govern- ment is carried on through committees, the Brownsville School Board has chosen various committees to complete their work more ef- fectively. They are: The Educational Committee has listed among its special duties, the setting up of standards for teachers, presenting new or. more effective courses of study, and present- ing for observation new teaching equipment. Their chief plan is to effect a better, more efficient system. For these duties have been placed: Robert DeLaney, Roy Davis, Anne Strawn, and Howard Johnston. The Athletic Committee looks over, studies, suggests, and supervises the problems pre- sented here in our school by sports. Through the functions of this group we are able now to boast of a fine athletic system in our school. For many years, J. Roy Davis has been influential in this group and this year he is aided by Robert DeLaney, Willard Griffin, and Roy Brosius. The Tuition Committee makes all the ad- justments concerning the tuition fees of out- of-town students who hail from surrounding school districts. lt is to their lot that falls the settling of problems arising from this plan. For this committee has been chosen: Willard Griffin, Howard Johnston, and Ray Brosius. The Building and Grounds Committee is comprised of Louis Clemmer, Roy Davis, and Howard Johnston, who have in their charge the maintenance of the present buildings and in case of increased enrollment to make ad- justments. This committee has had a lot of work this past year in arranging and prepar- ing the equipment for the use of the students at the Annex, the new addition to the Browns- ville Senior High School, which was formerly used as a grade school. The Finance and Purchase Committee must attend to the purchasing of supplies and fol- low o definite budget in their planning. On this committee has been placed: Ray Brosius, Robert DeLaney, Howard Johnston, and Anne Strawn. Another important committee is the Sink- ing Fund Committee, comprised of Anne Strawn, Howard Johnston, and Robert De- Laney. All patrons, parents and students extend their appreciation to this civic-minded and hard-working group for a difficult task well done. Page 16

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l l Uivluri-s Murphy. ii senior. and Joseph Prlvrs J1' livin inti-xiii-vii-ri hx PIIIICIIHAI R. E, Austin. IIIIIQ r'iilli'i,gi- 1-iilrzi ll ri-uwuts, MISS MARY ORR Petite Miss Orr has proved herself a very efficient secretary in her eighth year of work at Brownsville Senior High School. Even though this young lody is very busy, she always has time to help a student in any problems which may arise. Through her willingness to help, cheery smile, and sweet disposition, she has won many friends. After attending public school at Browns- ville, she graduated from VVilson College and Nliss Mary Orr, Olliri- S i L ii' .ii llii- sliidi-111 card film-. i.. :, . h Carnegie Tech. She is interested in dramatic work and is a member of the Reading Circle, When school is closed for the day, Miss Orr indulges in reading and cooking. When we need supplies or refer to records or must secure admit slips for classes, we ape peal to Miss Orr for assistance, HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Our student body is fortunate in having as principal Mr. Robert E. Austin, a friendly ad- visor and staunch supporter in all undertak- ings, This cooperation and understanding of student problems has been a chief factor in the success of the current school year. Mr. Austin graduated from Glen Falls High School. At Saint Lawrence University he re- ceived a Bachelor of Science Degree, and he obtained his Master of Arts Degree at the University of Pittsburgh. From l92l to l922 he taught French and Science at North Union Township. Previous to coming to Brownsville, he was a member of the faculties of Uniontown and Redstone high schools. In l93l he became Principal of South Brownsville High School, and later he assumed the duties of Supervising Principal of South Brownsville Borough Schools, At present, he is Principal of Senior High School, a position he has held since the consolidation of the two Boroughs in l93-4. Under his direction the curricula have been changed and enlarged, while many extra-cur- ricular activities have been sponsored. He has made our school a praise-worthy institution. Page 18