Griffith High School - Reflector Yearbook (Griffith, IN)

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Eldon Ready, superintendent of Griffith public schools, is shown talking on the telephone in his office. Since Mr. Eldon Ready came to Griffith as high school principal twelve years ago, Griffith schools have undergone their greatest growth. Through his untiring efforts, our new high school has been built, and this year grade school students moved into the new Eldon Ready Elementary School, rightfully named in recognition of Mr. Ready’s contributions to the education of the children of Griffith. Mr. Ready is completing his third year as superintendent of schools. He is a graduate of Indiana State Teachers College and received his master’s degree from the University of Chicago. Because of his conscientiousness and dili- gence, Mr. Ready is respected by both the com- munity and the students of Griffith. Everyone hopes that he will remain superintendent of schools for many years to come. A Capable Leader Engender Looking things over are members of the school board of the Griffith public schools. LEFT TO RIGHT: Jesse E. Sheets, President, John W. Govert, Treasurer; and Ted Tom, Secre- tary. Not pictured is John Hilbrich, Attorney. 26

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The People W e’ve Met As our memories linger back to our high school days, we shall probably most remem- ber the people we have met. The first person we encountered early in the morning was the bus driver. How patient he was to wait an extra minute while we ran that last block! In our first period class we greeted our teacher, just as we greeted our other teachers in our classes throughout the day. Latin, his- tory, English, math. — whatever they taught, they all deserve our respect and admiration for having guided us through four of the most provocative years of our lives. During the course of the day announce- ments were made by our principal or other members of the administration. Perhaps we came in contact with them when we visited the office to adjust our schedules or obtain absence forms. And, of course, throughout the day — in classes, in the cafeteria, and in the halls, we met our friends — the friends we said “hi” to as we brushed past them; the friends who lockered near us; the friends who sat next to us in class; and those special friends with whom we discussed last night’s date. These are the people we have met and will most remember — the shining symbols of the fun-filled years at good old GHS. 25

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Understanding and helpful, our principal, Mr. Kelly, is always available in his office to talk with and advise stu- dents about their problems. Mr. Kelly and Marty Cole pause for a friendly chat in the school corridor. Self-Confidence and Spirit Walking down the main corridor, one passes the door marked “Principal.” If he has been a student of Griffith High very long, he knows that behind the door he will find a welcome smile and a helping hand. Our principal, Mr. Clint R. Kelly, has just finished his second successful year at the helm of Griffith High. His success is due not only to his ability to smoothly administer the operation of Griffith High, but also to his versatile qualities of leadership, friendliness, and concern for students which have won him the complete acceptance and co-operation of the student body. Several changes resulting in decided improve- ments have been wrought under Mr. Kelly’s guiding hand. Much new equipment has been installed, and many new courses such as journalism, developmental reading, geography, photography, advanced biology, advanced bookkeeping, and music theory have been added to the curriculum of Griffith High. Several decorating improvements providing for a more pleas- ant atmosphere in the cafeteria and library have been brought about. Mr. Kelly is also largely re- sponsible for the trial inauguration of the new 70- minute period program, which includes a floating subject and an activity period on Wednesday. We at Griffith High School are confident that Mr. Kelly will continue to work well with our student body, our faculty, and our facilities. In the years to come he will be remembered for his many fine con- tributions toward the improvement of our school. 27