Hopewell High School - Kaleidoscope Yearbook (Hopewell, VA)

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ip left: The tutor will be at your house at 1:30 morrow afternoon,” explains Mrs. Helen Thrift, leaking from her office to a parent. Mrs. Thrift is in large of teaching arrangements for home-bound jdents in the system. Top right: As home-school oordinator of human relations, Wilson Chambers has ' irious telephone conferences with parents. When P funds were cut off Mr. Chambers took over the story classes for retiring Mrs. Evelyn Nye. Bottom ft: Balance” thinks Oliver Thomas, Director of Human Relations, as he checks the school board library’s thesaurus for a synonym of equal while pr eparing a short talk for the Woman’s Club. Bottom center: Mrs. Charles Moore spends rare moments behind his desk. Most of the time the Director of Instruction is busy going to and from the area schools of Hopewell, keeping informed on each school’s problems. Smith Serves 31 Years During his thirty-one years as Superintendent of Hopewell City Schools, Charles W. Smith initiated and carried out many projects for the betterment of the quality of education in the city. In 1949 the gymnasium was built at the old high school, now Mallonee Intermediate, and another classroom, lab, and library building was added in 1958. Mr. Smith was a major force in the decision to construct the new high school, completed in 1967. He began the behind-the-wheel and classroom driver education programs and the Occupational Work Center. With his retirement this year, Mr. Smith’s progress as school superintendent stands for itself. Directors

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Board Governs Ciiy Schools Hopewell’s School Board has been the governing body of the city’s entire school system. Members, appointed by the City Council for four years, had the job of acting on recommendations made by the superintendent of schools, Charles W. Smith. Legislation included the hiring of personnel, budgets, building programs, and educational materials. In 1973, a new eighteen room addition was proposed for Carter G. Woodson School. After many years of planning, the process of moving the ninth grade back to Mallonee and the seventh grade back to Woodson was initiated. The biggest task of the 72-73 School Board, however, was hiring a new superintendent to resume Mr. Smith ' s position. Top: Members of the Hopewell School Board are (seated) Mrs. Julia Bartha, Charles W. Smith, Mrs. Audrey Eliades, (standing) Joseph Cyckevic, Chalmer L. Pritchard, Dr. Calvin H. Thigpen, and Bryant M. Marks. Bottom left: At his desk in the School Board Office, Hopewell Schools ' Superintendent, Charles W. Smith, jots down a few notes for his talk before the board meeting. The School Board holds open meetings twice each month. Bottom right: “Here, each morning, for 31 years, I have hung my coat,” remarked Mr. Smith. Retiring on June 30, 1973, Mr. Smith plans for a more relaxed life style. Directors 14

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Alexander Accepts Job Asst. Super As chairman of the State Hi-Y committee, Principal F. Caroll Alexander attended Virginia’s Model General Assembly last spring with members of the Tri-Hi-Y. His committee worked with YMCA youth activities in Virginia’s major cities. Also a past president of the Lion’s Club, Mr. Alexander has been serving on its social activities committee which planned the club’s charter night program, the family picnic, and the annual Christmas party. At home, he worked on his recreation room, paneling, woodworking, and making furniture. Serving as principal, Mr. Alexander presided over committee meetings and met with various administrators in regard to school functions. The school evaluation in March was of the highest priority. According to Mr. Alexander, a smooth running, efficient school where a learning atmosphere persists is what he has and always will strive for. In March, the School Board named Mr. Alexander the assistant superintendent active June 30, 1973. Top left: “You really did a fine job says F. Caroll Alexander after taking his car to the FBLA car wash held in October at Jimmy’s West End Esso. Top right: During the Petersburg game, Mr. Alexander visits with his old friend and former assistant, Ernest Sullins. Center: Almost every morning, the familiar voice of Mr. Alexander comes over the PA System with the important happenings of the day. Center right: Smoking in the restrooms has become quite a problem at HFHS. During the lunch period, Mr. Alexander monitors the boy ' s restroom as he tries to uphold the school board policy, banning smoking. Bottom: In spite of his other responsibilities, Mr. Alexander is always available to help concerned parents. As a citizen of Flopewell, Mr. Alexander is involved in a number of civic affairs. Directors 16