Limestone Community High School - Amulet Yearbook (Bartonville, IL)

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7 ‘ftycive s4CC Senvect 35 'Ifeaste, Jack Clinton, pictured at right, has never been known as a man who has ever sat down on the job. He is pic- tured here in a rare moment of relaxation catching up on local news. Mr. Clinton has taught at LCHS for 35 years. He cited as major highlights of his career the fact that he met his wife Ann here and that he has been chosen Teach of the Year twice. His years as a teacher have been greatly enriched by all the friends he has made — students, teachers, and par- ents. Mr. Clinton has a positive philosophy which he has practiced all his life and which he has shared with colleagues and students. “Enjoy life. Live each day as though it were your last. My father always said. ‘Keep your nose clean. Be sure you are right and then go ahead.’ ” A superior teacher. Mr. Clin- ton has been called The Mad Spaniard” by many stu- dents because of his fun-lov- ing nature and has always spiced up his classes by teaching Spanish songs and dances and offering cultural experiences such as field trips to Spanish-language movies or plays or trips to Chi-Chi’s Mexican Restau- rant. He has always made learning fun. Ann Clinton, pictured left as- sisting young charges in the mechanics of going down a sliding board, summed up her 35-year teaching career when she stated. “It was al- ways and still is exciting to help shape the lives of child care children and students. Small children adapt to change so quickly!” Mrs. Clinton was instrumental in organizing a child care pro- gram to give teenagers ex- perience in working with small children to better pre- pare them for parenthood. She also felt that young chil- dren would have a better start in school. She remem- bered how happy she was when Child Care moved from tiny Room 242 be- cause “it felt good to have more room to be active in. and the program ran smoother. Child care has been only one of Mrs. Clinton's interests. She also has enjoyed pre- paring gourmet foods, down-hill skiing, and I love to travel. Mrs. Clinton and her husband Jack. LCHS Spanish teacher, have spent summers in their cottage in New Hampshire and have enjoyed visiting historical sites in the Boston area, as well as spending time with their two sons who live and work in the East. Mrs. Clinton has always shown deep concern for her students both in and out of school. “The motto that has helped me most.” she said, “is ‘Stay calm and adjust.’

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The life of an English teacher is dominated by the endless grading of essays, as Mary Margaret Walker, left, is shown doing during one of her English classes. Mrs. Walker, known as a hard taskmaster, has dedicated 35 years to teaching her stu- dents correctness in both written and spoken lan- guage. And she has been ac- tive in professional organiza- tions which have enabled her to keep up on current methods and techniques in teaching English, such as National Council of Teachers of English. Illinois Teachers of English. Peoria Area Teachers of English, and Del- ta Kappa Gamma. Teaching is not. however, the only interest of Mrs. Walker. I enjoy attending classical concerts, opera performances, legitimate theatre, art galleries and museums. I also enjoy visit- ing restored houses and his- torical buildings. Traveling and playing bridge are addi- tional interests.” she relat- ed. She has contributed to civic organizations such as: St. Paul’s Cathedral. Peoria Symphony Guild. Amateur Musical Club. Peoria Civic Opera League. Lakeview Mu- seum. Peoria Historical Soci- ety. World Affairs Council. Chicago Art Institute, and American Association of Uni- versity Women. Office Manager Adeline Ro- senbaum has watched the growth of LCHS over the years from the original wing to the present three-stage structure which now houses nearly 1300 students. The school grew where there was once only a flat, open field.” The building has not been the only thing to change drastically. Miss Ro- senbaum noted. ”1 have par- ticularly noticed the dress of students change over the years. They dress so imagi- natively now.” she laughed. Pictured at right. Miss Ro- senbaum was hired in 1953 as one of three building sec- retaries by L.D. Murray, the first administrator of the new school district. As office manager, she works under Business Manager David Johnson and is responsible for coordination of duties of all building secretaries. “This is the kind of job you either love or hate.” the vet- eran secretary said she has always told prospective em- ployees interviewing for sec- retarial positions. “A lot of people don't belong in a school setting, but if it’s right for you. it's a great job.” she stressed. I know I am never going to get bored because there is always something changing. A school is a microcosm of the world, a world one gets to share with a lot of peo- ple.” super secretary Ade- line Rosembaum explained. One of the activities held at LCHS which Superintendent Dr. Norman Endsley has been most proud of is the annual Senior Citizens Christmas Party. Dr. Ends- ley is pictured, left, address- ing the assembled group sur- rounded by poinsettia presented as gifts through a drawing to lucky senior citi- zens. Dr. Endsley's association with the school began on October 14. 1953. when he began teaching business at the newly-constructed school as one of 33 faculty members who worked under Mr. L.D. Murray who, Dr. Endsley remembered, in- formed students that no rules would be made until they were needed. At the end of the day. 17 rules were implemented. Peak enrollment was 1713 in 1976. he recalled. Over the years. Dr. Endsley has taught typewriting, gen- eral business, and office ma- chines. He also served as dean of students and as business manager. Tight money control has been one of Dr. Endsley’s priorities and one which concerns him more in light of State of Illi- nois cutbacks in funding to education. He recalled that students had no bus trans- portation until 1959 when they had to pay. If the State doesn't provide mon- ey. we may revert back to that again. Endsley said. 8 35 Year Feature

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