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

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Guiding Youth Mr. McKerley’s absence from Com- merce for four ea has not seemed to diminish his pleasures in working with young people “I can hope for no greater satisfaction than that which comes from the knowledge that I, some small measure, have contributed to the de eee of Commerce boys n such a way that they take as worthy members of and girls i their plac ABOVE — Alice F. ee ta am proud of their success! lh iia No teacher can hope for greater satis- faction in work well done.” Mr. Williams, who dealt with many student problems during his two years as pacting a assistant-principal, recalls the happiness he received ° not so much in the attempt to solve the problems, but in the sharing of the joys of the students.” Miss Curran, who has had many opportunities to come in contact with pupils, comments that she has been “. . . happy to see the number of truancies decrease.” . . . Serene Miss Humberston, in addition to holding responsibilities as Mr. Smith’s private secretary, often discusses with the pupils their problems as they face her across the long counter in the office. . Astute Miss Tere ceased to exhibit an expression of amazement when senior girls n , curator of our program files, ha order boys’ class rings. Can it be that she has become recon- ciled to our vagaries of fashion? HEALTH TRIUMPHS Having to decide whether a student is auditioning for the is a task that Miss Jean MacNally must daily perform; yet our optimistic nurse school play, or really is feeling ill 3 declares, “To me, one of the most satisfying phases of my work here at Commerce St yas been my daily contact with the pupils; my being able to assist them in some way is always 7 pleasurable ABOV. a — Helen M. Humberston, Evelyn L. C Abie eee UPPER ae Chay Stanley . Smith, Rus- Villiams. . . . CENTER— ie McNally. . .. LOWER Leet setes O. Smith, Still- man E. McKerley. [ert ) )

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FIRST ROW—Edmee Robert, Mrs. Alleen Foster, Alice M. Smith, Russell L. Williams, Stanley O. Smith, H. Ehzabeth Phelps, Frances C. Blakeman, Bernice White. . SECOND ROW—Harold W. Jones, E. Pearl Davis, Helen G. Flynn, Mrs. Elizabeth C. Facey, Barbara Hollister, Mrs. Theresa W. Williams, Grace L. Bulkeley, Helen E. Rankin, Guy D. Miller. . . . THIRD ROW—Dr. F. Anthony Viggiano, Mildred B. Jenks, Jennie M. Roberts, Mrs. Marion H. Davis, Mrs. Rena P. Bartlett, Winona F Libby, Madeline C. Hunt, Janet E. Scott, Will W. Macalpine, Charles A. Campbell. . . . FOURTH ROW —Jean McNally, Edith F. Marsden, Alice F. Danforth, Mrs Catherine C. Moriarty, Helen E. Parker, Eleanor M. Walker, Martha B. Judd, Helen M. Humberston, Mrs. Hilda H. Madsen. . . . FIFTH ROW —Gilbert C. Walker James L. Clancey, Otto Wulff, G. Donald Melville, Charles H. Oswald, Harold E. Taylor. . . . ABSENT FROM PICTURE—Dr. Charles R. Gadaire, Victor S. Kodis. Helen M. Lynch, Joseph E. Buckley, Madeline E. Maurer, Leslie S. Shipway, Ruth G. Marsden, Evelyn L. Curran. The Roward for Labor Smith, “are concerned with the guidance work of the school “First, we changed from the old plan of electing subjects During the war years, salary was the first consideration of to our present one of electing courses. Formerly all pupils most students about to be graduated from high school. Today, received the same type of diploma; now each pupil’s diploma however, as a much lower scale of wages seems inevitable, specifies which course he has finished. By the old plan, pupils they must find some other incentive. were too prone to sample many vocational subjects and master It is hard for youth to understand that work well done none. The present arrangement encourages each to finish his brings its own reward: pleasure and satisfaction. Consequently course and thus improves efficiency. the editors questioned members of our faculty. Very soon “The other improvement was made when we established a they discovered that even after years of working with thou- workable plan to guide pupils to elect courses in which they sands of boys and girls, the teachers are enthusiastic over had best prospects of success. To succeed in any course re- their profession. The following extracts reflect not only the quires aptitude for its particular work. The adoption of the spirit of the Commerce faculty, but of the average American rule that some one course must be completed in order to grad- teacher. uate made it necessary for the school to offer dependable advice to pupils choosing these courses. Case studies show what degree of intelligence (I.Q.), what subject achievement, TIME BRINGS CHANGES In his ofhice, a man of quiet dignity earnestly converses with and what teachability are required to succeed with each either a delinquent pupil or one in need of advice. His manner course. Using these three factors as guides, the school is immediately reveals his position, for he is Mr. Smith, principal having excellent success in advising freshmen in the choice of the High School of Commerce. “The two changes at the of their vocational work. Failures are greatly reduced, and High School of Commerce that please me most,” declares Mr. success and happiness have become the rule.” [8]

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Bustnesslike Jalk Very real enthusiasm prevails among the faculty members of the Business department. When perfect typewriting papers are displayed on Miss Hunt’s bulletin board, she regards them as “. . . tangible proof that some pupils are acquiring a skill which has definite value in the office, and which will con- tribute to their future success and happiness in the business world.” . . . Vigorous Miss Walker credits her satisfaction to “graduates who realize that not only I, but the school in general has helped them in a big way.” .. . “There is a particular satisfaction for the teacher when he feels that his efforts have contributed directly to a pupil’s progress,” comes from friendly Mr. Oswald. . . . Miss Parker takes pride in the report from town stores that “The work of the girls taking retail selling is very good.” . .. Mr. Miller, our Truman, states, “My greatest satisfac- tion in teaching comes when students realize that they are getting the “know how’ of acquiring desirable skills in penmanship or typewriting; that goals are being attained.” . . . Amicable Mr. Walker, whose work as collector of G. O. funds has helped to acquaint him with many students, observes that “School-wide contacts with pupils, especially G. O. agents, in connection with the G. O. collecting, convinces me that we have a fine group of boys and girls in Commerce.” . . . Mr. Macalpine regards as especially encouraging “. . . having a student return after graduation to tell you that his work has helped him to do his job better and better, regardless of what that job may be.” .. . Mr. Clancey’s reaction to his work concerns “. . . the satisfaction that comes from rendering service to others, a satisfaction that time cannot efface, nor for which money can offer a substitute.” pupils develop a smooth, rhythmical handwriting,” declares lively Miss Libby. . . . Tiny Miss Davis notes two special interests of hers: “. . . working with student managers ee It gives me great satisfaction to see the penmanship on Commerce, and seeing my home room honor roll grow in numbers — not due to my own work, however.” STENOGRAPHIC DEPARTMENT REMINISCES At the head of the stenographic department is the impressive Mr. Campbell, whose pleasure in his work is mirrored by his statement: “To be told by former pupils that one’s insistence on thoroughness and accuracy have been contributing factors in their success in business adds to the feeling of satisfaction in work well done.” . . . Although Mrs. Moriarty enjoys her extracurricular work as school and P. T. A. publicity manager, her real satisfaction comes from teaching shorthand and “. . . seeing pupils take their place in the business world.” ... A third and very essential member of this department is amiable Mrs. Davis, whose real pleasure i n her Caduceus business advisership lies in her forceful habit of “. . . getting a large proportion of the school to buy Caduceus, as I know they will have something valuable for future years.” Our Celebrities UPPER LEFT — President Truman, Guy D. Miller (mistaken by some for President Truman)... . CENTER—Major Joseph E. Buckley. . . . LOWER CENTER — Charles A. Campbell, Gilbert C. Walker. . . . BOTTOM, left to right—Mrs. Cath- erine C. Moriarty, Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Os- wald, E. Pearl Davis, Will W. Macalpine. [ 10 }