Floyd County High School - Bison Yearbook (Floyd, VA)

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. . . in Administration . . . Searching is a siren word beckoning all persons through myriad doors. Many of these doors open to let F. C. H. S. students view their instructors and see what important people they are. They, more than any others, are the ones who will influence the making of tomorrow. A teacher must do so much more than instruct and be so much more than an instructor. He has to be of high char- acter and care for the welfare of others. Henry Brooks Adams stated more clearly than any other the important role of a teacher. He said, a teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops. Floyd County High School ' s administrative staff in- cludes men and women who are helping mold a better world, and who are interested in supplying individuals with knowledge they must have to survive. Because of their diligent service and untiring devotion to Floyd County High and its students, the administrative staff has furthered the school ' s reputation as an institution of high quality and warm hospitality. A thorough knowledge of subject matter is only one quality a teacher must possess. In addition his personal sacrifices and ideals must enrich every phase of education and must support the basic principles of his school— so it is with the faculty at Floyd County High. Each member of the administrative staff uses his abilities in guidance and cooperation as columns of inspiration to support the student body. Because students look to him for knowledge, a teacher must use his competent leadership and unending loyalty to encourage his students to establish higher goals. Teachers find many tasks awaiting them outside the walls of a classroom. They find time from their busy schedule to direct the production of a play, to help with the building of a float, to get behind their students and give them that little extra encouragement they need for that feeling of accomplishment. Members of theF.C.H.S. administrative staff realize that they need to be more than teachers, and they accept the challenge with honor. They have shown beyond a doubt that they are true friends interested in the welfare of students. They have demonstrated their interest in today ' s students and tomorrow ' s citizens. A peek through these doorways at these dedicated men and women, offers a p oss ib le answer to our puzzling search. Is the unique theme to be found here— in the contribution made by the administration? 9

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The completion of the new football field makes it poss ible for Floyd Countians to enjoy the popular sport. Plans for the campus shrubbery prove to be a total success. The new shrubbery adds the final touch to Floyd County High. Another new addition which pleases those attending Floyd County High was the installation of the lights for the football field. All these additions and the many more to come add to the enjoyment and satisfaction of the students at Floyd County High. 8

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Educators lead students in School Board Members: Mr. Benton Alderman; Mr. Alonzo Monday, Jr. , division superintendent; Mr. B. P. Simpson, vice chairman; Mr. M. L. Cole; Mr. Gerald Phillips; Mr. R. O. Slusher, chairman; Mrs. Mildred A. Thomson, clerk; Mr. R. L. Nixon. MR. ALONZO MONDAY, JR. Superintendent of Floyd County Schools MRS. RUBY WEST General Supervisor Assistant to the Superintendent for Instruction in High School The Floyd County School Board, made up of dedicated men, along with other Floyd Countians, has made our dream school a reality in the first year of our consoli- dation, and in the present one the school has made steady advancement. Through the cooperation of students, fac- ulty members, members of the school board, and other interested citizens, our school is one which can really be called an institution of learning. Education in Floyd County had shown gradual improvement even before the consolidation of the former three schools. Today we have an educational program which can be given a higher rating in some fields of learning than other consolidated schools. Floyd County High School students can best show their appreciation to the school board members by using the facilities offered them to the best of their ability. With the continuing support of these men, our educational system can advance to an even better Floyd County High School. Mrs. Virgie Weeks, secretary to the superintendent; Mrs. Mildred A. Thomson, clerk of Floyd County School Board. 10