Gray High School - Blue and Gold Yearbook (Winston Salem, NC)

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To fulfill the needs of students at Gray has been the main desire of Mr. Julius A. Woodward, prin- cipal. Besides meeting the ad- ministrative demands which a sen- ior high school requires of its prin- cipal, he always finds time to talk with a troubled student who is searching for an answer to his problems. His patient disposition is evident as he performs careful- ly both large and small duties con- nected w ith his job. Through his understanding nature, Mr. Wood- ward achieves a close relation- ship with his pupils. Grayites re- cognize these characteristics as ones to be imitated. Admiration for him is shared by students and faculty because of his sincere ef- forts to build Gray High School into a fine educational institution. Associates recognize Mr. J. A. Woodward for his sincere efforts. Mr. J. A. Woodward, Principal Mr. Julius A. Woodward, principal, discusses the floor plan of the new Parkland Senior High School, presently under construction, with Key Club participator, Mike Atwood. Serving as principal of Gray for twenty-four years gives Mr. Wood- ward a distinctive background in assisting with the future program of the school. Because this is the last year for Gray, he has been in- volved in extra activities ranging from acting as host to the gov- ernor to working on plans for the new high school. He has also served on the curriculum commit- tee to revise the study program for city and county schools.

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P.T.A. Mrs. D. E. Calderwood, secretary; Mrs. Raiford Vogler, president; Mr. Robert Davis, treasurer; and Mrs. Merle Whitney, vice-president, give their time and able leader- ship for the Parent-Teacher As- sociation. Their genuine concern and sincerity of purpose make them a united team working for co-operative progress. “Will the meeting of the Griffith and Gray High P.T.A.’s please come to order?’”’ The joint session, No- vember 23, established a name for the new school. For a refresher from business, the band from Grif- fith and the chorus from Gray entertained. Parents met teachers in an open house held October 5. A “Mother's Buzz Session’’ and a ‘’Father’s Smoker’ informed parents of the necessity of education. Con- tributing in many ways, the Gray High Service As- sociation held its annual candy sale. This project pro- vided athletic equipment for the boys and uniforms and instruments for the band. Mrs. D. E. Calderwood, secretary of the P.T.A., and Caldwell Day, student representative to the P.T.A., plan important points beneficial to Gray to be discussed at the next meeting. and the Service Club stimulate community interest in education. Mrs. Robert Little, secretary; Mrs. Roger Linville, treasurer; Mr. Thomas Logan, vice-president; and Mr. Marvin Furches, presi- dent, utilize their ability to diligently lead the Gray High School Service Organization in many profitable endeavors and projects. Grayites are grateful for their co-operation.

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Administrators advocate exertion of best effort in the gaining of knowledge. MR. ROBERT SEVERS Bioge M.A. Everyday challenges are met with suc- cess by Mr. Severs, assistant principal, who possesses valuable traits of leader- ship ability and a congenial person- ality. Among his momentous duties are the daily tasks of making announce- ments and checking attendance. MR. TOM CASH PX Bam BeSaneiV -EG. Sports events are scheduled by Mr. Cash, athletic director and teacher of algebra and geometry, who finds it necessary to keep in contact with other schools to decide game dates. As another task, he is in charge of the Awards Day ceremonies. MR. DANIEL MOTLEY INAS, IN ael Juniors and seniors find a helpful friend in Mr. Motley, guidance coun- selor, who gives information on insti- tutions of higher learning and records entrance exam scores. For those seek- ing his advice and assistance, personal conferences are held. MISS HELEN BICKLEY (MAS) We)4S8 bes). By stacking library shelves with in- formative manuals and magazines and new books for parallel reading, Miss Bickley, who serves as librarian, increases students’ resources. In addi- tion, she acts as advisor for the Li- brary Pages’ Club. 2) MISS RUTH HOLTON SECRETARY Adept in performing secretarial duties, Miss Holton keeps the school’s finan- cial records, types administrative re- ports and is in charge of the nurse’s room pages. Well-informed on impor- tant business matters, students and faculty rely on her assistance. MRS. IRENE HARPER DIETITIAN Nutritious and tantalizing menus are planned by Mrs. Harper, dietitian, to appease the ravenous appetites of students and faculty. By assuming extra duties, she helps the kitchen staff make last-minute preparations for the busy lunch periods.