Columbus High School - Discoverer Yearbook (Columbus, NE)

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MR. DELBERT E. MILLER VICE-PRINCIPAL M. Ed. University of Nebraska MR. NORRIS AUGUSTIN GUIDANCE COUNSELOR M.S. Kearney State College In Memoriam Mr. Robert E. Brooks, w ho died August 30, 1965, will always live in the hearts of Columbus High students and faculty. He attended the University of Nebraska where he received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education, a Bachelor of Laws Degree, and a Masters Degree in Education. After graduating, he began his law practice and later turned to teaching. Mr. Brooks was a member of the Nebraska Bar Association and the American Bar Association. He was qualified to practice law in David City, in the Ohio Supreme Court, and in the United States Supreme Court. After moving to Columbus, Mr. Brooks became a member of the St. Bonaventure Church and was an active member in the Knights of Columbus. During his nine years at Columbus Senior High School, he taught English, World History, and American History; he was also made an honorary member of the Future Farmers of America. On February 7, a PTA Life Membership in Memoriam was presented to Mr. Gail L. Sims, Superintendent of Schools, in memory of Mr. Brooks. None of the students or teachers of Columbus High will ever forget the warmheartedness, fine school spirit, and leadership that Mr. Brooks demonstrated, nor will they forget the close and sincere companionship that he gave to so many people. 11

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MR. GAIL L. SIMS SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS MR. JAMES J. HERFKENS MR. WILLIAM N. FLOYD ASSISTANT SUPERIN- PRINCIPAL TENDENT OF SCHOOLS Supervision Main Concern Of Board Supervision of the additions to the Senior High School, the Junior High School, and the two elementary buildings are the main concerns of the School Board this year. The board is responsible for supervising the finances of the school district, employing the faculty members and other personnel, supervising matters relating to the curriculum, and determining graduating requirements and other general policies of the school. Members of the Board of Education are Mr. Paul Abegglen, president, who has served 6 years; Mr. Roy Deden, vice-president, 13 years; Dr. H. D. Kuper, 13 years; Mr. J. W. Schultz, 21 years; Mr. Kenneth Torczon, 2 years. Mr. Lester C. Ernst, who formerly served on the board for 7 years, has returned to the board and is now serving his second year. Mr. Gail L. Sims became Superintendent of Schools, replacing Mr. J. P. Young who retired July 1, 1965. Mr. James J. Herfkens is now the Assistant Superintendent of Schools. Mrs. Ina Person is secretary of the Board, and Mr. J. P. Young continues his association with the board as treasurer. BOARD OF EDUCATION —HACK ROW: Lester C. Ernst, Kuper, Paul W. Abegglen, President; Mrs. Ina Person, Gail L. Sims, Superintendent; James J. Herfkens, Assistant Secretary; Roy Deden, Vice-President; J. W. Schultz. Superintendent; Kenneth Torczon. FRONT ROW: Dr. H. D. 10

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Instructors Studied Too MARY L. ALBRO General Business, Junior Secretarial Practice. Colorado State College M.A. MARION H. BARTHOLOMEW Physical Education, Gymnastics Coach, Junior Varsity Football Coach, Junior Varsity Track Coach. Peru St te College B.S. ELVIRA BENNE Homemaking, Future Homemakers of America Adviser. University of Nebraska B.S. CLARENCE J. BOWER Geometry, Future Teachers Association Adviser. Midland College B.S. ROBERT E. BREGA Machine Woodworking and Crafts, Vocational Drafting, Industrial Math, Comprehensive Skills and Technology. Colorado State College M.A. ORRIN BROWN American History. Colorado State College B.A. RONALD CALLAN Biology, Assistant Football Coach, Assistant Track Coach, Wrestling Coach. Peru State College B.S. ELLEN F. CAHILL librarian. Junior librarian Adviser. University of Denver M.A. BERNARD CLARK Speech, English, Thespian Adviser. Kearney Stale College B.A. SHARON CONWAY English. Journalism, The Discoverer Adviser. University of Nebraska B.A. MRS. DOROTHY COURTIER Girls Physical Education, Booster Club Adviser. Kearney State College B.A. EDWARD CROWLEY English. Kearney State College B.A. 12