High School of Commerce - Caduceus Yearbook (Springfield, MA)

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Q Jubute Principal Stanley O. Smith never has sought publicity, nor even wanted praise for performing what he calls, “Just my duty.” It is time that full credit were given our principal: he so thoroughly deserves it. Through Mr. Smith’s unceasing efforts, the standard of conduct in Commerce has been kept at a high level. When necessity has warranted, his simple reproach, “You wouldn't want people to say that a Commerce pupil did that!” has made many an offender regret his carelessness. Often, his proud, fatherly praise has encouraged the students to excel in their scholastic activities. In other ways, Mr. Smith has shown tact and judgment. He always has been ready to give sound advice to those seek- ing it, and to assume the responsibility when new’plans are suggested. At the same time, he has gladly allowed the students to develop their own ideas and urged them to take the initiative in fulfilling their desires. To Commerce have come many disappointments, as to The number of boys has fallen to an extremely low level, and the enrollment has sharply decreased. This latter situation has, in turn, created another: the transfer to other schools of so many of our finest and best-loved teachers. Nevertheless, these discouraging factors have not disheartened Mr. Smith; his spirit has remained undaunted despite all unfavorable circumstances. many other schools during this war era. Commerce is indeed fortunate to have so excellent a prin- By his devoted counsel and example, permeated always by his gentle humor, S. O. S. has endeared himself to all. The faculty and student body are very proud of him, and of the High School of Commerce which he has helped to develop. cipal.