Fairport High School - Hourglass Yearbook (Fairport, NY)

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NELSON R. BURTON PRINCIPAL The principal of Fairport High School, Nelson R. Bur- ton, always has a ready smile for the students and is noted for his leadership and under- standing. Although he is new to FHS as a principal, he is well ac- quainted with the ways of Fairport High School, since he taught English and science here for several years before he left in l944. Besides his work as princi- pal, Mr. Burton teaches Eng- lish II and physics and is the adviser for the junior class and the twirlers. Seated: Thomas C-. Coffee, Mrs. Helen Martin, Dr. Charles I. Whitney. Standing: james Cornish, john Bruischaart, Claude Em- ery, Domenic Streppa. David Reamer, Herman Cuetersloh. Absent: Reginald Kiefer. ADMINISTRATION BOARD OF EDUCATION The students of Fairport High School have a real re- spect for that group of local citizens who comprise the Board of Education. These people, who willing- ly give of their time, have earned in return not only the gratitude of the student body but also the support of the community. Quietly and efficiently the board works behind the scenes for the welfare of Fairport's young people. The work of the board entails the maintenance of the buildings, the selection of a capable teaching staff, and the administration of the village schools.

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ADMINISTRATION ls MRS. MARGUERITE FOOTE SECRETARY A smile from Mrs. Foote, the school secretary, greets those entering the main office. She is a capable newcomer and everyone who comes in contact with her is impressed by her pleasant efficiency. Her cooperative spirit has been helpful to the treasurers of the various school organiza- tions in managing their fi- nances. Mrs. Foote is very fond of roses and often has some on her desk. At home, she likes to take care of her little son. THOMAS C. COFFEE SUPERINTENDENT Every student realizes that he can obtain expert advice and guidance from Mr. Coffee, school superintendent of Fair- port. l-le is well known also for his pleasant personality and inexhaustible supply of appropriate anecdotes. Mr. Coffee has held the position of superintendent of Fairport's schools for the past twenty-four years. This work of keeping Fairport's educa- tional system running smooth- ly is one which requires all the ability and hard work which he devotes to it. Gardening is the hobby which occupies Mr, Coffees leisure time. His friendly man- ner has made him a friend of the community. .. ' a A.

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FAC U LTY iviiss ELLEN BAisTAAA University ot Rochester A A A so- cial studies IX and X A A A soph omore homeroom A A A sopho- more stunt adviser A A A coached junior Town Meeting ot the AirA A A collects old books A AA likes sailing on Lake Ontario. good stage shows, Ciothic ca- thedrals and impressionism in art. MRA BRUCE BANKS A AA Cortland State Teachers Col- lege A A A general science and algebra A A A junior homeroom A A A adviser of sophomore class, junior stunt, Dramatic Club and Block E Club A A A enjoys sports, music and dancing A A capable leader with a broad sense ot humor A A A booster for better school spi ritA MRA NELSON BURTONA A A Colgate University and New York State Teachers College. A A principal A A A English ll and physics A A A junior class and student council adviser A A A coaches twirlers A A A enjoys sports and playing bridge A A A does extensive reading and likes some kinds of poetryA MRSA DOROTHY COOK A A A Syracuse University A A A homemaking A A A likes working with the many personalities she has met in Fairport High School and has made many friends A A A enjoys her home and garden A A A loves to enter- tainA MRA IOSEPH CUMMINCS .Cortland State Teachers College A A A Columbia A A A phy- sical education A A A Block F Club adviser A A A director of Perinton Youth Recreation A A A noted for his enthusiasm and good humor A A A interested in Fairport's youthA MISS MARY DEDIE A Nazareth College A A A English lll and IV A A A adviser for CHATTER and HOUR GLASS A A A junior homeroom A A A sen- ior stunt and freshman adviser A A A director of Christmas pag- eant A A A prompter for HANSEL AND CRETEL A A A loves music. plays, poetry A A A collects words of wisdom.