Covington High School - Puffs and Patches Yearbook (Covington, VA)

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Counselors Concerne d With Students’ Problems When a student first enters C.H.S., he is assigned to a counselor, who will help him to choose the subjects needed to prepare for his future, as well as those required for graduation. One of the tasks of the Guidance Department is that of selecting the right college or job for each student. Most tedious, perhaps, is the task of annually preparing student schedules. However, to the teachers who comprise the guid- ance staff, the paper work is only of minor concern. The student and his individual problems are of prime importance. Every student of Covington High is greatly indebted to the Guidance Department. Helen H. Thomas B.S., M.A. Longwood College, Columbia Uni- versity, University of Virginia; Guidance; Student Council. “THIS ONE SOUNDS INTERESTING” . . . Miss Thomas assists Karen Dykes in choosing a college suitable to her interests. GOT A PROBLEM? . . . Mrs. White and Mr. Fitzgerald are two official “problem solvers” at C. H. S. 21

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Assistant Principal, Office Staff Prove Efficient Francis J. “Boodie” Albert B.S. University of Notre Dame; Assist- ant Principal, Head Football Coach, Boys’ Monogram Club, Athletic Di- rector. Mrs. Ernestine Humphries Secretary Mrs. Ernestine T. Cashwell Secretary Mr. Francis J. Albert, Covington Fligh School’s new assistant principal, aids our school in search- ing for better programs in academics, athletics, and activities. Even at C.H.S., disciplinary prob- lems do arise; Mr. Albert is ready to take the necessary steps in such cases. Whatever the situa- tion, whatever the need, “Boodie” is always available. Two additional persons C.Fl.S. couldn’t do without are Mrs. C ashwell and Mrs. Humphries, the school secretaries. Typing letters, making announcements, selling pencils and stamps, and keeping the financial records are only a few of their important duties. Although the office staff is always busy, they can find time to help a new student or teacher get acquainted with our schedule. “WILL THE ACCUSED RISE AND EACE THE JURY” . . . Paul Jerman awaits Mr. Albert’s verdict-guilty as charged. 20

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IBI LITTLE MISS MUFFET SAT ON A TUFFET ... or rather Mrs. McNeally, perched on her favorite stool, presents poetry in a unique and enjoyable manner to her classes. “LAUGH, LAUGH, I THOUGHT I WOULD DIE!” . . . Mrs. Snead often enjoys a bit of subtle humor with her students. English Department Experiences Changes The English Department this year boasts several significant changes a new teacher, new equipment, and a variety of teaching methods. At the opening of school, the students in English VA welcomed a new teacher, Mrs. Donna McNeally. Besides, students in various English classes found that learning can be fun, especially with Educational TV. Teaching methods, Mrs. Agnes P. Snead B.S. Longwood College; English V, IVA; Head of Department. Mrs. Susie F. Thompson A.B., M.A. Virginia State University, Co- lumbia University; English HA, Social Studies lA. too, experienced revision since most of the staff did extension work in linguistics during the summer and are continuing to do extensive reading in the trends in the language field. With such determination for success, the English Depart- ment will surely enrich the lives of students both culturally and intellectually. I Mrs. Donna Ford McNeally B.S. R.P.I.; English VA, IVA; Co- sponsor of Forensics Club. Mrs. Betty C. Littleton B.A. Meredith College, University of Virginia; English III, IIIA; Co-sponsor of Forensics Club. 22