John Carroll High School - Green Leaves Yearbook (Birmingham, AL)

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Monsignor William R. Houck Enjoys His Work Monsignor William R Houck is the Superintendent of Schools and Secretary of Education in the Birmingham Diocese. As supenntendent and secretary, he is the chief administrator for twenty-six schools with 6,500 students. He, along with the principals of the schools, is responsible for arranging the curriculum and instructional materials. Monsignor Houck is also the President of the Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools He was elected by the members of this association in 1973. Monsignor Houck enjoys working with people and says that education is exciting since its primary concern is the renewal of life in the society in which we live Catltolic education, he remarks, strives to ensure the personal growth of individual students, teachers, and parents. In rise context of Giristian philosophy and ideals, Monsignor assumes positive leadership in the development of a solid faith community: one that bespeaks the message of Christianity. This Gospel message is building community and serving others as Christ served them ”

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Bishop Joseph G. Vath Is Interested in Youth Our Bishop Joseph G. Vath. D.D., is in his fifth year as iIk spiritual leader of more than fifty tltousand Gatliolics in the Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama. As chief teacher of his people. Bishop Vath has a vital interest in the spiritual growth of each individual student of John tlarroll High School. His interest is actively shown each year by his celebration of the Mass of the Holy Spirit with members of the school community We appreciate Bishop Vath taking time out of his busy schedule not only to instruct us but also to listen to our views on certain pettment topics This interest and willingness to listen on the pan of Bishop Vath shows the confidence he places in young people, and this is truly a Sign of Hope.

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Administrators Work Hard to Mr. William J. LaPlantc. principal of John Carroll High School, was appointed by Bishop Joseph G. Vath, D.D, of rise Birmingham Diocese. Mr. LaPlantc is truly cooperative, dedicated, and sincere in his position of principal. He is cooperative in that he works closely with the Diocesan Office of Education, with the State Department, and with the Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. His cooperation is also obvious with the members of the John Carroll community. He is dedicated to the philosophy and values of Catholic education as is exemplified by the high standards set by the curriculum. These standards lead to the over-all Christian development of each individual student. Mr. LaPlantc is sincere in his faith and is a good example of this at all times He is also sincere in his concern for the well-being and interests of each individual and constantly encourages him to strive for higher values and goals. His cooperation, dedication, and sincerity are an edification to the whole school community.