Lexington High School - Crystal Yearbook (Lexington, VA)

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MR. FLOYD S. KAY Mr. Floyd S. Kay, Superintendent Rockbridge County Schools B.A. University of Richmond Two Years-T. C. Williams Law School M.A. University of Virginia Graduate Work - University of North Carolina Mr. Floyd S. Kay, Superintendent of Rockbridge County Schools since 1949, retired at the end of the 1968-69 school session. He served the public schools of Virginia with distinc- tion for forty-two (42) years as teacher, coach and adminis- trator. A partial list of his achievements in Rockbridge County attests to his dedication and his ability to forsee the needs of the schools of this community . . . consolidated schools . . . broadened curriculum . . . better qualified teachers . . . per- centage increase in high school graduates and graduates con- tinuing their education . . . increased teacher salaries . . . in-ser- vice training for personnel financed by state scholarships and the local board . . . and diversification of services. Mr. Kay with never-failing courtesy gave of his time freely, not only to his heavy duties as a school administrator, but to his com- munity as well. Thank you, Mr. Kay, for your interest, dedication, and concern for all of the students of Rockbridge County and Lexington. 23

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DR. FULP AND MR. KAY LEFT JUNE 30, 1969 Lexington High School was sorry to see both our Superintendents leave at the end of the 1968-69 session. Mr. Kay retired and Dr. Fulp went to Chesapeake. Both of these administrators exemplified the qualities of individual integrity and dedication which greatly benefitted Lexington High School and its operation. Their many contributions will remain with the students and faculty of L.H.S. long after their individual talents are employed in other endeavors. In addition to Dr. Fulp and Mr. Kay the affairs of Lexington High School were taken care of by a group of dedicated men. These men, The Joint Committee, led by Mr. Sam Johnson, chairman, spent many hours discussing the suggestions of our superintendents and our princi- pal. Their desire was, at all times, to give the students of Lexington an ever-increasing “quality” education which would meet the needs of each individual, of the group, and of our community. Dr. Kenneth E. Fulp B.S. Duke University M.Ed. University of Virginia Ed. D. University of Virginia Thank you Dr. Fulp, Mr. Kay and each member of the board. JOINT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Dr. E. C. Griffith, Col. M. F. Heflin, Dr. R. N. Greenway, Mrs. Ruth S. Pultz, Clerk, Mr. Sam Johnson, Dr. Kenneth E. Fulp, Mr. Joe C. Shaner, Jr., Mr. William Harris, (not in the picture, Mr. Floyd Kay.)

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MR. THOMPSON, PRINCIPAL, HAD TIME FOR ALL Mr. Thompson involved students, faculty, and groups composed of both in making school plans. Patience . . . Tolerance . . . Respect for Individual Needs . . . Concern for the well-being of All . . . these were the key words when you saw varied groups at work. These groups were all sizes and were found in many places — Mr. Thompson’s office, the library, the art room, in 203. Wherever they were, you would be sure to find the administration, the faculty, and the students together . . . questioning . . . answering . . . wondering . . . analyzing . . . planning . . . and offering constructive criticism. Results of these ses- sions were seen in many ways . . . renewed school spir- it .. . strengthened respect for the Honor Code . . . forma- tion of a committee to work through the summer to re-write the social studies and English curriculums, par- ticularly in the area of the contributions of the Negro to American history and culture . . . and a broadening of the role of the S.C.A. in the government of the school. Mr. Frank L. Thompson Principal A.B. College of William and Mary M.Ed. College of William and Mary SENIORS: Barbara Henderson (back to the camera), Debbie Smith, Christie Miller, Sherri Richards, and Ken Fulp make plans with Mr. Thompson. FACULTY: Mrs. Wertz, Miss Clark, Mr. Potter and Mrs. Adamson find that all problems are not necessarily serious ones. Thank you, Mr. Thompson, for giving your time and leadership in helping all of the students and all of the faculty feel that each was working for the good of all. 24