Hillcrest High School - Highlighter Yearbook (Springfield, MO)

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Work For Students' Welfare X.. FRANKLIN D GAMBLE ROBERT D. HENRY JAMES A JEFFRIES Accepting the challenge of an increasing school population, Board of Education members with their clear vision and judgment work un- tiringly in formulating a long range plan'of building adequate facili- ties and hiring qualified personnel to serve the educational needs of the Springfield students. Further, they work unceasingly to merit the confidence of the citi- zens who elected them as well as to function effectively with the ad- ministration and faculties under the leadership of the Superintendent of Schools. These members, busy with their daily occupations, are ever willing to sacrifice time and energy to contribute to the welfare and education of our future citizens. E A MARTIN JR. DR. W. B. STOCKER TURNER WHITE

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Administration, School Board SUPERINTENDENT WILLARD J. GRAFF Under the far-sighted and dynamic leadership of Mr. Willard .I. Graff, superintendent of schools, the Spring- field school system lias continued to meet the challenge of providing ade- quate facilities and an enriched cur- riculum for the youth of the com- munity. Imbued with a firm faith in Amer- ican youth, Mr. Graff is dedicated to the philosophy that the main task of the schools is to help each young person acquire the understandings, slcills,.ideals, and values necessary for him to achieve his highest per- sonal development. ADMINISTRATIVE BOARD ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF . . . Carrying out the decisions of the Board of Education is the primary function of this board. The mem- bers offer assistance to individuals who have problems that deal with their respective fields. Sealed: Mr. Willard J. Graff, superintendent of Springfield Public Schoolsg Miss Alice Pittman, director of elementary instruction: Dr. D. C. Rucker, director of personnel: Dr. A. A. Alexander, director of curriculum. Standing: Dr. Roy F. Lille, assistant superin- tendent of schoolsg Dr. C. B. Manley, ad- ministrative assistantg Mr. Tom Knight, build- ing serviceg Mr. Norman Hoeft, director of business service: Mr. Nova Nash, director of public information.

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Principals Challenge Students His heart and interests are with Hillcrest wher- ever he goes. Mr. Hoyt Shumate, principal, is truly an ambassador for Hillcrest whether he is sitting on the bleachers of a crowded gymna- sium, attending a banquet of one of the many clubs and organizations, working for the inter- ests of the students, or just walking through the halls greeting faculty and students with his friendly smile. Mr. John J. Sweeney, assistant principal, is a man with plenty of get up and go and a talent for accomplishing many activities. These, coupled with his sparkling Irish sense of humor, make him indispensable as administrator and friend. I2 HOYT SHUMATE , ,fir ,IC . ' JOHN J. SWEENEY Assistant Principal rirrlz' al L I