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I. K. Boltz Generous in praise; sincerely interested in the welfare of the teaching staff: and deeply concerned over the progress of education in the city, state, and nation; Supt. I. K. Boltz was often seen in the halls of GJHS. at assemblies, and other school functions. As chairman of the legislative committee of the Colorado Education Association, he played a prominent part in state affairs in addition to carrying out his duties as superintendent of the city public schools. Robert C. James As head of the teaching staff and principal of the high school, Robert C. James displayed administrative skill in fulfilling his responsibilities. Running a student body of over 1,000 called for a sympathetic understanding not only of student affairs but also of the students themselves. Mr. James succeeded in obtaining cooperation among students and faculty members alike, making the year one of the most successful in the history of the school. Ray C. Hume Helpful, friendly, judicious, Ray C. Hume counseled students and teachers on co-curricular problems and also helped to untangle individual difficulties in connection with classwork or schedules. In his fourth year as assistant principal, he supervised the finances of the Student Body Association and worked in cooperation with Robert C. James in an administrative capacity. R. E. lope Widely experienced and able to understand the problems of the high school student, R. E. Tope is superintendent emeritus of the Grand Junction schools. Mr. Tope's friendliness, philosophy, and thorough understanding of the school system and community have I. K. Boltz BA, MA [ J won the admiration and respect of all who know him. Still having an active part in the affairs of this community, Mr. Tope has an office in the school administration building. Robert C. James BA, MA Ray C. Hume BS, MA R. E. Tope BA, MA Page 9
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We direct classes of English. By their own appreciation of literature and their ability in teaching creative writing, Misses Ruth Wood and Emma Groom inspired students in senior English. Under their experienced leadership, the graduating students edited Tiger Tales, a literary magazine. Miss Wood also taught sophomore English, and Miss Groom had a group in English III besides performing her duties as SBA treasurer. With ingenuity and patience, Mrs. Helen Hensler taught three classes of [unior and one of freshman English. As assistant sponsor of Drama Club, she worked with the troupes in producing short plays and skits. Good humored and understanding, Mrs. Ernestine Shuey helped freshmen and sophomores to secure a background in English and helped supervise activities of the Pep Club. Often amusing her students with witty illustrations and jokes, Miss Virginia Fulghum had classes in English I and II. She was also co-sponsor of the freshman class. Substituting during the illness of John Pender-grast, Mrs. Ed Whalley taught classes in sophomore English. Vivacious and congenial, Mrs. Whalley easily assumed her duties, as she had formerly been a member of the staff. As supervisory teacher in study halls, Mrs, Genevieve Hume won the friendship and appreciation of many students. She was on half-time duty, spending only the morning at GJHS and the rest of the day as a homemaker. Emma Groom BA Ruth Wood BA, MA Helen Hensler BA, MA Ernestine Shuey BA Virginia Fulghum BA Genevieve Hume BA, BE Aluine Whalley BA Page 10
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