Gurdon High School - Gurdonian Yearbook (Gurdon, AR)

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Source Administration. Source of power. The men at the top, responsible for the dis- trict success and failure. The superin- tendent, working together with five board members, pushed for progress as a bond issue was presented to the people of the district. It was accepted by a large mar- gin. This will make possible some much needed construction at elementary school. They also directed their interest to the budget, teacher negotiations, parental complaints, the calendar, and other school business and activities. This was the first year to have semester end before Christmas holidays. The board opens their meetings each month for patrons of the district and the press. Due to our unusual weather, problems with the school calendar arose when snow and ice caused school to be closed eight days. An extra week to be added at the end of the year. Secretary of Superintendent's office, Mrs. James Thomas. 12 Administration

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BUILDING CHAMPIONS takes both team and substitutes. hours of toil. CREATION OF A BANQUET was made possible by Jolane Taylor, FHA president and others. The purpose of education is change. That’s what it is all about. Success in arts and craft. Action in athletics. Work for groups. Advancement in individuals. All these and more are part of our growth. Opening 11

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NEWLY ELECTED Board Member, Eddie Holt. Power A successful school depends on cooperative planning of principal John Hardin and superintendent Bobby Smith- son At PTA Reception Bobby Smithson, Superintendent Administration 13