Edina High School - Whigrean Yearbook (Edina, MN)

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Kulil man Coordinates School System To Mr. Kuhlman can be attributed the functioning of our school system. He not only supervises an efficient staff and financial matters, but he also keeps the public informed on school progress. Mr. Kuhlman, who received his Bachelor of Science degree from South Dakota State University and Master of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota, obtained his first position in Watertown, South Dakota. However, he soon became principal at Stillwater, Minnesota and later at St. Louis Park. Coming to Edina in 1949 as principal, he was promoted to superintendent in 1950. Our superintendent is kept busy through membership in local, state, and national educational and administrative organizations, the American Legion, and the Lion's club. Mr. Kuhlman is listed in Leaders in Education and Who's Who in the Midwest. Page 12 Miss Harriet Kelsey Mrs. Thelma Nelson

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First Row: Charles S. Hoyt, Mrs. J. F. Richards, Norman Terwilliger. Second Row: Charles McGarraogh, Paul Keller, A. C. Buffington, Milton Kuhlmon Sell ool Board Is Nucleus o f Ed i ma Formulating and carrying through plans for the improvement of the school system has been the important function of our school board which serves as the link between the taxpayers and administration. A group that gives graciously of their time and ability, the board runs with great skill and efficiency. In addition to the regular monthly meetings, special meetings are often necessary, especially in the planning of new school buildings. This year endless hours have been spent by the board in drawing up the final plans for a new junior high school building and an addition to the newly built Concord Elementary School. With the vast increase in enrollment in the Edina-Morningside school system, it is definitely necessary to expand the educational facilities in order to provide an adequate education for every student. If all plans are carried out on schedule, the proposed junior high school will conduct its first classes in the fall of 1955. The school board also hopes to acquire more land on which another elementary school can be built. With the completion of these buildings, the Edina-Morningside campus will certainly be an outstanding asset to the community. It must be realized that voting bond issues for such construction is only the beginning of the school board's duties. It is also their responsibility to see that the work is done as well and inexpensively as possible, and that any needed equipment for the care of the building is obtained. Establishing the policy under which the school is to be maintained is a third important undertaking. Arriving at a suitable budget for the year is a difficult task of the school board, for the salaries of all employees, cafeteria expenses, new equipment and other miscellaneous details must be included. Elected as representatives from each location of District 17, the school board members are Charles S. Hoyt, A. C. Buffington, Norman Terwilliger, Paul Keller, Charles McGarraugh, Mrs. James F. Richards, and Milton Kuhlman, acting chairman. Set up to have a rotating membership, two members are elected each year, and after their three-year terms are completed, members may be re-elected to the board. Sincerity and clear thinking by the taxpayers at voting time assures the community of a stable school system, run by an efficient school board. It is impossible to over emphasize its importance for an effective school system is dependent upon its board of education. Page 11

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Fick Invaluable to Our School In his twelfth year with our school system, Mr. Leo Pick has been principal of Edina for two years. After receiving his Bachelor's degree from iHe St. Cloud Teacher's College in 1935, he in-udted mathematics and science at Marietta, nesota. In 1946, succeeding his principalship licollet, Minnesota, he obtained his Master's Iree from the University of Minnesota. Mr. taught in Austin, Minnesota, preceding months. Another one of his obligations is coordinating the activities and events curriculum with each department head. He is also assistant to Mr. Kuhlman in the high school teaching staff. Supplementary to this, Mr. Fick serves as the advisor for students of the Senior High Council. Conscientious in regard to his work, Mr. Fick belongs to several educational organizations. Aside from his activities at school, he is an avid sports enthusiast and seldom misses an Edina athletic event. Mrs. Margaret McKeand Page 13