Jennings High School - Jen Echo Yearbook (Jennings, MO)

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Qfnntents COUNSELGRS AND STAFF SENIORS AND UNDERCLASSES MUSIC AND DRAMATICS ATHLETICS JUNIOR-SENIOR PROM

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Z1 n illllemuriam MRS. JENNIE D. S'rEvENs Twenty-nine years ago a teacher was summoned to take charge of sixty-live children comprising the sixth and seventh grades of the Jennings Elementary School on the corner of Hord Avenue and Jennings Station Road. Added to the difficult factor of over-crowded conditions were many discipline problems. Nevertheless, this teacher was equal to the situation, for she was our beloved Mrs. Jennie D. Stevens. Since that time, September 6, 1920, to the date of her retirement in June, 1947, more than one thousand pupils had b'een under her jurisdiction. However, her influence upon this community cannot be measured by years of service, nor by the number of pupils under her care. We cannot estimate the value of such a life in the development of character and personality of our youth, nor its influence upon the minds and hearts of adults. As a teacher, Mrs. Stevens was a master artist by native ability. In each child she kindled an interest and desire to learn. Then, through her guidance, he was taught how to study and think for himself. Each pupil was treated as a distinct personality, and provisions were made for individual differences in ability, aptitudes, and interests. Be- cause of her great love for children, she gave herself freely in service to them in both work and play activities. In re- turn, the children supported her with devotion and love. All were united in a loyalty and pride in their grade, and especially for their teacher, Mrs. Stevens. She was a fit leader for youth, as her philosophy of life was one of cheer, hope, and confidence. A good sense of humor endeared her to all, especially to children. She was ever young in spirit. Mrs. Stevens was deeply interested in people for their own sakes. Her smile and gracious manner radiated friendliness, and others were drawn to her to discuss problems large or small. She inspired confidence and was trust- worthy. She had a deep conviction of truth and justice, and these ideals were embodied in her daily life. Mrs. Stevens was quick to see the good in one and impart to him an appreciation of his own worth. Hers was a quality of mind and spirit that enabled her to encounter difficulties with firmness-without fear. .Thus she engendered assurance and courage in others. Sensitive to the beauty of life in all its manifestations, she was deeply appreciative. To know her was to love her. ' On September 11, 1949, she passed from this life into a glorious eternity, where united with the Master Teacher, she has entered into more active service for Him, a fuller perception of truth in its beauty, a richer experience of heav- enly joy. It is for us here to bow our heads and reverently pray, We are thankful we knew her-thankful we had her so long. - 5

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