Escambia High School - Escambian Yearbook (Pensacola, FL)

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Mr. Sidney Nelson Mr. Sidney Nelson serves as head administrator in the po- sition of principal. Most of us are unaware of the responsi- bilities attached to such a job. The ability to work under pres- sure with a clear head is a necessity for such a position. Although he is a very busy man, he finds time to attend pep rallies and various school functions. He has become a famil- iar face to those students who attend our home games and those who are able to go to our out-of-town games. Mr. Nelson has served nine years as our principal. Behind his office doors transpire many incidents of which the stu- dents are never aware. Mr. Nelsonis job entails more than the regular eight hour day. Much of his private life has been sac- rificed for situations that demanded immediate attention. Throughout the troubled days of this past year, he devoted many long hours to meetings and conferences away from the public's eye. The trying times experienced within our school this year have served as a test for this man's capabilities as an administrator. We feel he has proved himself well. With the racial problems Escambia had this past year our principal, Mr. Nelson worked hard to set up Bi-Racial committees to represent all.

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Escambia's Principals Hold Responsible Positions Mr. Chris Banakas Mr. Chris Banakas holds the position of assistant principal in charge of co-ordinating the student curriculum. Mr. Ba- nakas is responsible for all class changes and all decisions re- garding curriculum problems. One of his important duties is sending annual reports to the Southem Association and State Department for the accreditation of Escambia High School. Being in charge of the school budget and students schedule changes are a part of Mr. Banakas' busy b The new English semester system caused for Mr. Banakas because he was confronted ule changes. Mr. Banakas works constantly on student schedules. 28 ay. another problem with 3,100 sched- x, , at 3 'f if G 'fa 2 ' ' ee! N it ll . I 1 .JY I I 4 f P4 'il Mr. Charles McCurley Escambia's assistant principal has many responsibilities which center primarily around the maintenance of the build- ing and grounds. These responsibilities have been increased greatly in the past year with the addition of a new wing and the many portable classrooms located on the campus. Mr. Charles McCurley says, The new wing must be kept clean and at the same time kept in a good state of repair, additional personnel were not added, therefore, it means more work for those we have. He fullills his responsibilities in other ways at Escambia. He is in charge of ticket sales for athletic events, school clubs, organizations and their functions, senior cap and gown orders and class ring distribution. All of Mr. McCurley's obligations keep his schedule full during the busy school year. I, ,.. .5 .4 ..-n., i tt? , W 3 Mr. McCurley proves that no temporary handicap will keep him from his job.

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Deans, Guidance Help Young People With Problems Administrative Deans Growing up affects most young people in that they mis- behave in some manner. Throughout the years, Escambia has not suffered with very many problems. Most students at Escambia commit few malicious mis- behavior but get into trouble because of their immaturity. Cutting classes and being in the halls without a pass are ex- amples of this immaturity. Discipline and guidance are altogether two different things. The administration feels that if the guidance department fails to help certain students with their problems, then the deans should take over. Mr. Felix Beadei MA, Guidance Mr. Jaynes Sutton BS, History Mrs. Billie Harter MA, Physical Education Mrs. Rose Patterson BS, Guidance Mr. Kenneth Sandiford BS, Guidance 30 Guidance Counselors We are fortunate at Escambia to have a guidance depart- ment that has such an abundant supply of college material. There are two tests available for college bound students. The SAT and ACT are for this purpose. Other tests given during the year include ninth grade achievement tests, senior place- ment test, the Betty Crocker test, given only to the seniors who choose to take it, and the National Merit Test. Guidance counselor, Mr. Ken Sandiford, stated, The de- partment offers personal-social counseling, vocational and educational counseling, and provides an information service with the latest educational, occupational, and personal social information. Before school begins, the guidance department is busy reg- istering students and changing some of their schedules. This department gathers and prepares all the materials for the various school assemblies involved with testing and gradu- ation requirements. The most common concem of students is their future. Stu- dents are more interested about their future now than ever before, and thus, they ask guidance counselors for help and advice. 5 H it !'F ' Mrs. Marilyn Ramirez MA, Art Education Mrs. Hazel Shiell MA, Guidance Mis Darlene Roche BS, Physical Education Mr. Fred Waters MS, Physical Education