Findlay High School - Trojan Yearbook (Findlay, OH)

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superintendent Miss ZOLA 1AcoBs G. R. CONSTIEN Findlay Senior High School's success and prominent position in Northwestern Ohio may be attributed largely to its devoted principal, G. R. Constien, who has upheld the ethics of high ideals and good character in educational practice. His goal of maintaining the highest educational program in the United States has been realized in his administration. Mr. Constien came to Findlay in 1930 to teach chemistry and physics. ln 1936 he was ap- pointed assistant principal. One year later he was appointed to his present position as FHS principal. Mr. Constien earned his Bachelor of Arts de- gree at Ohio Wesleyan University and his Master of Science degree from Ohio State. The graduating class and the student body are Well aware of their principal's concern and sincere interest in the problems and develop- ment of students throughout their high school years. MISS ZOLA IACOBS Findlay has greatly benefited by the in- fluence of Miss Zola Iacobs during her years in our public school system. l-ler ability to under- stand the needs of each individual pupil has made her loved and respected. She was prin- cipal for 28 years before becoming Acting Superintendent of Schools. Her main ambition is to help young people to learn the way to a happy, useful, and contented life. Miss Iacobs attended Findlay College for two years, received her A.B. degree from Otterbein College and her M.A. degree from Columbia University. After her first year of teaching at North balti- more, Miss lacobs taught Latin and ancient history at Findlay High School. This was fol- lowed by nine years as principal of the ninth grade at Washington school before becoming the Glenwood principal. During Mr. Kinley's leave of absence and after his resignation, Miss Iacobs was appointed Acting Superintendent of Schools. G. R. CONSTIEN principal

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the deans At this critical period in a girl's life, there is a definite need for personalized attention and advice. For this reason Miss Helen Iohnston gives hours of her time daily in the capacity of Dean of Girls. One of the greatest compliments can be paid Miss Iohnstong that is, she is very Well liked by her fellow Workers. Girls from the Senior Advisors, a group which she sponsors, speak praisingly of her patience, courtesy and consideration. Students of F.H.S. should be certainly proud of Dean Iohnston, who, although en- gaged in many more activities, is able to assist whenever her help is needed. ALBERT L. MATTOON MISS HELEN JOHNSTON Perhaps no other teacher in this school is so Well acquainted with the problems of teen-age boys as Dean Albert L. Mattoon. Mr. Mattoon is well-known at F.H.S. for his friendly and considerate handling of all situations. Besides carrying a full slate of regular classroom and community activities, Mr. Mattoon devotes additional time to special advisory conferences and to sponsoring the student council organization, along with Dean of Girls Helen Iohnston. Mr. Mattoon has recently been largely responsible for the annual Vocational Gui- dance clinic, and his persistent efforts have made this clinic a success. -