George Washington High School - Cavalier Yearbook (Danville, VA)

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We Will IRemember The Powers Behind The Scenes Behind every principal there are notable secretaries. Han- dling phone calls, organizing student schedules, and deter- mining class ranks were just a few of the duties shared by the main office staff. Working 9:00 to 5:00, well . . . almost! The offic ‘men, always the principals; It was their job to see that everything was in order and neatly filed away. With an abundance of work, the secre- taries kept the stack to a mini- | mum. A secretary's work is never done as Mrs. Fentriss well knows. The office staff works dil make the school run si Finishing up her duties Mr: balances the checkbook.

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We Will Remember The Powers Behind The Scenes Three conscientious office secretaries take a few : ; . minutes off from their many responsibilities to pose tbe fia ta oe he OG) te FP ores play an for the camera. From the look of the smiles on their faces, Mrs. Diane Albright, Mrs. Judy Yeaman, and Mrs. Inez Anderson enjoy their “9 to 5’ job. Monday morning rush hour: students flocked into Pupil Accounting to get first in line. Permission slips had to be obtained before students could be admitted to class or allowed to make up work. The well-trained staff kept records on file, atten- dance, discrepancies, locker combinations, and stu- dent schedules of past and present years. Working diligently every day, secretaries and student helpers provided valuable services for the entire school. People and passes. Checking in or checking out. Day after day, the qualified staff kept the records in order and students out of trouble. Headaches, stomach aches or just jitters before a big test. Whatever the illness, Nurse McAlister Carter cared for numerous students each and every day. It wasn’t easy to distinguish a flu bug from a typical case of butterflies. But the symptoms would always show through. Making people feel better was her task and Nurse Carter found time to diagnose each person’s ache or pain. A steady hand and friendly interrogation was the best remedy. Her load was never completely lifted, for all students experienced an occasional sickness which would allow them to check out. Always ready to heal the many bumps and bruises of GW-ites, Nurse McAlister Carter bandages Frank Anderson’s hurt finger.

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A nutritious breakfast and lunch to GW-ites each day. The cafeteria staff prepares favorites as well as the not- sO-popular vegetables. Working hard to include a variety of foods and a balanced diet, the staff selected a delicious menu for students to enjoy. Not only was the cafeteria a haven for growling stomachs, but it also served as a meeting place for var- ious clubs. The large area and comfortable at- mosphere allowed students to discuss business or pleasure. In addition to sat- isfying hunger pangs! enrichment Comes «dette ; “behind-the Scenes workers prepare-large quanti- ties of, fa0d with skill and effort. The cafeteria plays an impor- tant part in the life of many GW students. For breakfast and lunch this building is filled with hungry people who want to take a break from classes. 10 bewsioieaiamasies - Breakfast at.GW- ca la is nutritious asswelPas gilmmd tast- ing. These WOrKers s@jout they food for thesmad=rugm of stu- dents. ee | - ws aati j ae lll H a f Melodies fill the cafeteria! The GW chorus sings for a Latin’¢lub spe- cial meeting. '