Hot Springs High School - Old Gold Book Yearbook (Hot Springs, AR)

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W. C. MEARS, M.A. BUSY DAY. Amid papers, pamphlets, and innumer- able forms, Mr. Mears manages to snatch a moment for a pause in his schedule. Principal Mr. Mears - dedicated, purposeful Principal As a teacher and friend, he has become an inspiration to those who know him - a guiding star to those who trust in himf, This is a quotation from the 1959 OLD GOLD BQOK's dedication to William C. Mears. The years have not lessened the bond which existed between pupils and teacher. Young men and women often contact Mr. Mears, eager to share their hopes and achievements with the teacher they so much admire and respect. Today we know William C. Mears as the dedicated and purposeful principal of Hot Springs High School. His vigorous energy and determination to see that the best possible educational program is carried out in school have contributed to his successful administration. His sincerity and sense of fairness to all have caused the student body and the faculty to hold him in the highest regard. ln addition to Mr. Mears, professional career, he par- ticipates in many community activities. Last year he was honored by two civic clubs by being selected 'LElk of the Yeari' and the Hot Springs Junior Chamber of Com- rnerce's Outstanding Man of the Yearf' i xx X - 2 - i

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Superintendent engaged in plans for new high school As superintendent of the Hot Springs Public Schools for the past seven years, Dr. Hugh L. Mills has exhibited the progressive leadership that is essential to conducting an efficient educational system. With contagious enthus- iasm and untiring energy, he has striven to improve its facilities and to maintain its high teaching standards. He is now actively engaged in coordinating plans for the construction of a new senior high school and two elementary schools. He has visited new schools in and out of the state in connection with this project. During the summer of 1965, Dr. Mills made sixty-five speeches in sup- port of a 33,800,000 school bond issue for the construc- tion of these schools. Editorial adviser of Education, U.S.A., a national publi- cation on educational affairs, and author of numerous articles appearing in leading professional publications, Dr. Mills displays outstanding leadership in his profession. Dr. Mills is a Mason and an active worker in the Westminster Presbyterian Church. He is currently serving as president of the Garland County Development Council and as a member of the Board of Directors of the Hot Springs Practical Nurses School and of the YMCA. ' J ' ..i,f,w-L. ,, HUGH L. MILLS, Ed.D. Superintendent SCHOOL SITE. Stand- ing on the future site of the new high school, David Smith, student council president, Dr. Mills, superintendent, and Hugh Mills, Senior Class president, discuss

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Mrs. Mackey's duties revolve around students Whether she is sternly leading 5'Hallabaloo', or watch- ing a Trojan football game through the rain, Mrs. Mackey exemplifies the true Trojan spirit. ln stating why she chose to work with young people, Mrs. Mackey expressed her patriotic spirit. She said, I just like people. The hope of our nation is what we make out of our young people. I want to help make our youth better citizens. It's through good citizenship that we keep our country strongf' Keeping our country strong has always been one of Mrs. Mackey,s vital concerns. As chairman of the Arkansas Girls State Board, Mrs. Mackey instills patriotism in young women of our state. One of the highlights of Americanism Week is always Mrs. Mackey,s stirring address. Mrs. Mackeyis school duties bring her in close con- tact with the student body. She sponsors the student coun- cil, supervises all extracurricular and club activities, over- sees assemblies, is in charge of the school calendar and concession stands, and is always ready to counsel students who seek her advice. MRS. HARRIS MACKEY, B.A., B.S. Administrative Assistant MORNING ANNOUNCE- MENTS. Sue Meeker may not know how the new intercom system actually works, but Mrs. Mackey saves the day by finding the right button. PEPPY PERSON. Mrs. Mackey is indulging in one of her more enthusiastic duties - leading another screaming HaIlaba- loo.