Illinois Valley Central High School - Sequence Yearbook (Chillicothe, IL)

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Let's start off first with MR. M. T. KOKJOI-IN, shall we? He was inclined to be a Hladies' man, so I hear. He taught gen- eral science, biology, and boys' physical education. Mr. Kok- john was a good teacher but had his bad days. Oh, well, life would be rather dull if it weren't broken by a bad day now and then. I'll leave Mr. Kokjohn with the opinion that he was pretty good. I'll disregard the old saying Ladies before gentlemen and take MR. JEAN PARVIN, who left us a year ago to join the United States Navy. He was an experienced teacher and knew Chillicothe very well. . Mr. Parvin taught chemistry, physics, commercial geography, and boys' physical education. He was also the skilled coach at Chilli High. I'm sure he is well remembered by the students and teachers. Now we come to a man who was a favorite among the girls. Who else could that be but MR. LONNIE PARRFH. I'm sure we'll all agree that he had a sparkling personality and really knew his social studies. Mr. Parr left us not long ago and is now a Lieu- tenant Cj.g.j in the Navy. I think I can truthfully say that everyone was sorry to see him go. So much for the men. Now let's take the women. MISS LILLIAN KOPLEWSKI joined the faculty in September, 1942, and left in May, 1943. She was the teacher of general science, biology, and English I. All those who had her increased their knowledge to the point of overflowing! Miss Koplewski was quite popular among the students. Who's next? Oh, yes, MISS HELEN MUTCH. This young instructor made her debut at Chilli High in September. 1942, and was with us less than a year. As you know she taught home economics. Miss Mutch left us to be married-perhaps to put her theories into practice. In this group I'll start off with MISS MAVIS CONLEE, who is one of the younger instructors at Chilli High. As a teacher of civics and girls' physical education, she's doing a very good job. I think all the girls will agree that when it comes to bas- ketball, Miss Conlee really knows hardwood technique. Next is MRS. DOROTHY PRUETT, who succeeded Miss Mutch. Mrs. Pruett has a quiet personality and handles her department very well. In fact quite a change took place in the Home Ec. class upon her arrival. We now arrive at MR. WAYNE WILKINSON, who teaches history and English I. Mr. Wilkinson is popular with the stu- The 1944 Chxllzscope

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V if 'cf L 'llsffv K., fi. . NIR. ORVILLE NOTHDURFT WALTER ADAMS Social Science B.Ed., Illinois State Normal University A'B.' Bradley lVl.S., University- of Illinois lVl.A., No hwest n niversi Hffrvaffl Umvefslty 7 University of Kansas 41 University of California For nine years Mr. Adams acted as our principal, but because of a recent illness, he was forced to relinquish his position. His duties were assumed on January 14, 1944, by Mr. Nothdurft, an alumnus, who had been an instructor at Woodruff High School. We were fortunate to have Mr. Adams remain on the faculty for part-time teaching. We now wish Mr. Adams Good Luck, and welcome Mr. Nothdurft as our principal. away, f.2azzw-u,, When told that the change of faculty in the last two years would come under special features, I wondered what I could possibly say about the teachers: so I got opinions from different members of the school. The first group consists of teachers who have come and gone in the last two or three yearsg the second, teachers who have come to us within the last two or three years and are still with us, The 1944 Chilliscope

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dents and faculty. I think the students will agree that his piano playing is super : however, the majority of the faculty are more gradually becoming accustomed to, and I quote, What you call 'boogie woogie'. Now we come to MR. ARTHUR LAMBERT, who is quite popular with the girls. An instructor in general science, biol- ogy, and boys' physical education, Mr. Lambert pulled the basketball team out of its lethargy. I-Ie is liked both for his teaching and for his friendly spirit. MR. FRED BOHANNON, the newest teacher here, instructs classes in general science, chemistry, and physics. Despite what appears to be a reserved manner, he will be remembered by '44 graduates for his portrayal of F. D. R. in the Faculty stunt on Junior Stunt Night. Another addition this year to the halls of C.I-I.S. is our Service Flag. in memory of graduates who have joined the Armed Forces. A blue star stands for all who are now serving: a gold, for those who have lost their lives. This gold star is just a small reminder of them: and each time we look at it, a small candle should burn brightly in a corner of our hearts for those who gave their lives so that their country would not have to give its life. The Service Flag is a precious possession of the school. Everyone within our walls deeply appreciates it. The I 94 4 Chilliscope Mr. Fred Bohannon Science, Biology A.B., Knox College University of Chicago Pick that paper up, son, pick that paper up . . . Famed for the dramatic por- trayal of a most famous Democrat in Faculty Stunt . . . Wants to retire on a farm. Miss Mavis Conlee Physical Education, Social Science B.Ed., Illinois State Normal University Holds medal for expert golf . . . Keeps girls on the beam, physically speaking . . . Bowls. hikes, bikes, et cetera, ad exhaustam. Miss Mae Dona Deames English, Latin Eastern Illinois State Teach' ers College A.B., University of Illinois A.M., University of Chicago Universidad Nacional de Mexico Likes horseback riding . . . Polishes up Seniors' techf nique in composition . . . The guiding light of Tem- pest Staff. Miss Ethel Gerber Commercial B.Ed., Illinois State Normal University National University of Mexico An authority on that colorful country South of the Border . . . Drives al Plymouth . . . Supplies foundation for ad- vanced commercial work . . .