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

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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

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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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MR. JOHN LESSNER - Combines phil- osophy and math in his course which makes his classes vary from the usual presentation of knowledge. Teaches higher math, but finds time to keep in close contact with sports by officiating at games. MR. SAMUEL JACOBS-A member of the faculty at the Annex, Mr. Jacobs, conducts his classes rather informally. It is said that Mr. Jacobs dotes in a garden and professes to be quite a farmer. MR. EARL BRUCE-Coaches and teaches with zeal, and passes this on to players and pupils who aquit themselves well for his efforts. Second year algebra and the coaching of the backfield are his particular tasks. MISS NORA SHALLENBERGER-The list of commercial subjects she is qualified to teach practically balances with the large number of places she has visited on her travels. An ex- tra special hobby is swimming, but it would not be surprising to learn her pet hobby is fast typing. MlSS EDITH NICELY-Tucked away in her accomplishments one finds a long list of com- mercial subjects which she is qualified to teach. Her classes are conducted in such a way as to make the students try their utmost to please and it is unnecessary to say that her pupils appreciate her efforts. MISS ALPHA JANE BLACK-Newspaper work holds her attention. During high school days she was editor-in-chief of the paper and while attending Carnegie Tech was a mem- ber of the staff of the Carnegie Tartan. This teacher guides sophomores through ex- ploratory commercial subjects to find their abilities. MR. HARRY WALKER-Hunting, fishing, and all sports interest him. He studied at the University of Pittsburgh and Indiana State Teachers College. He was a member of the MATH DEPARTMENT Sl ding: Mr. Jacobs. seated. Mr. Lessner. Mr. Bruce. faculty of Ford City High School. He teaches Commercial subjects. MR. CHARLES SLICK--Commercial sub- jects were his choice because of the influence of a favorite teacher. Member of Phi Alph Zeta and Gamma Rho Tau at Indiana State Teachers College. Everything pertaining to sports, especially football and baseball, holds interest for him. MISS LOUISE WUNDERLICH-She studied at Carnegie Tech, did graduate work at the University of Pittsburgh. The Subjects she teaches are Economic Problems and Commer- cial Geography. Formerly she taught at Phil- ipsburg High School. She enjoys all sports, ac- tive and spectator. Traveling agrees with her. COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT Standing: Miss Shallenberger, Mr. Wulker. Miss Wunderlich, Mr. Slick. Q itvd: Miss Black, Miss Nicely. N Page 19 l