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

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Mr. Trumbo, Albert Keep School On Its Toes “EVERYBODY LOVES SOMEBODY SOMETIME”... but Buster Reynolds can’t understand why Mr. Albert has to choose Maude Griffin to listen to his crooning. The greatest change at Covington High School this year is Whitney E. Trumbo. Mr. Trumbo, who came to C.H.S. from Natural Bridge High School, succeeds Mr. John Heretick as principal. Sincere in his endeavors to improve Covington High School, Mr. Trumbo shows interest in all aspects of high school life. Not only does he stress the importance of scholastic achievement, but he also encourages students to participate in extracurricular activities. Mr. Trumbo is a strong disciplinarian and emphasizes sportsmanship as a necessary quality of all young adults. As Mr. Trumbo’s “right-hand man”, Mr. Francis “Boodie” Albert aids our principal in fulfilling his goals. In addition to his duties as assistant principal, Mr. Albert has many other responsibilities. He serves C.H.S. as athletic director, head football coach, and teacher. Mr. Trumbo and Mr. Albert, in conjunction with the other administrative personnel, faculty, and students, are working diligently to make Covington High a top school. Whitney E. Trumbo B.A., M.Ed. Bridgewater College, University of Virginia; Principal. 19

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“WE CAN WORK IT OUT, MR. HERETICK” . . . The smiles of Miss Alexander and Mr. Heretick indicate that the problem of bus schedules is nearly solved. Our People Behind The Scenes Separated but not separate from Covington High School are Mr. James E. Laughlin, Miss Lillian Alexander and Mr. John Heretick. With the guidance and supervision of these capable administrators, C.H.S. has experienced a year of change. Although he has served Covington City Schools for only two years, Superintendent Laughlin has initiated many new ideas into the system. His untiring interest in C.H.S. has gained for him the respect and friendship of each student and teacher. Making Mr. Laughlin’s job easier are Supervisors Lillian Alex- ander and John Heretick. Their experience and outstanding enthusiasm enable them to fulfill their duties exceptionally well. James E. Laughlin Superintendent of Covington City Schools 18

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Faithful Stand-bys Help School To Function Mrs. Ernestine Humphrie; Secretary “V-E-R-Y INTERESTING!” . . . Mrs. Humphries is giddily amused with the results of the office photo-copier. Mrs. Ernestine Cashwell Secretary A valuable new addition to the faculty of C.H.S. is Mrs. Louise Burks. She has relieved many teachers of the hectic task of keeping study halls. Having no other duty, Mrs. Burks manages to maintain her sanity by reading thick novels and knitting sweaters. Two other irreplaceable persons at Covington High School are Mrs. Ernestine Humphries and Mrs. Ernestine Cashwell. As school secretaries, some of their responsibilities include typing letters, sorting the mail, making announcements, and aiding distressed students and teachers. No matter how busy they may be, Mrs. Humphries and Mrs. Cashwell greet everyone with a smile. “YOU CAN’T PULL THE WOOL OVER MY EYES!” . . . chuckles Mrs. Burks-and her five study hall classes know she means business.