Montgomery Bell Academy - Bell Yearbook (Nashville, TN)

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Mr. John Bennett A member of M.B.A.’s administration for 24 years, Mr. Bennett has become an essential member of life on the Hill. Mr. Bennett has taught virtually every math course, coached baseball for 18 years, coached basketball for 14 years, and is currently the Director of Athletics. He is also a sponsor for the Service Club. This dedication to M.B.A. by Mr. Bennett, who describes himself as low key, was best shown when he said, I can’t think of any other school that I’d rather teach and coach at with the fine young men, and that’s the truth. Mrs. Mary Comfort Stevens Having served as the college counselor at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts for at least six years, Mrs. Stevens moved to Nashville to fill the spot of college counselling. After growing up in Pennsylvania, she went to Mt. Holyoke College where she received her B.A. She then went on to work at Andover before coming to M.B.A. In the past few years Mrs. Stevens has visited many universities across the country in order to advise students more effectively to the most appropriate college for them. Mrs. Stevens must keep a constant watch on the seniors to check their progress in tlie application process. After her first year at M.B.A., Mrs. Stevens says that she really enjoyed the students with whom she has worked. She also comments, Sometimes, I feel like my office is Grand Central Station. But I love it! Office Staff Mrs. Garriott The office staff is the foundation upon which the school relies for its daily needs. Mrs. Sowell serves as the Office Manager and Book- keeper, replacing Mrs. Liles who retired from full-time work but remains a vital part of the staff in her part-time duties. Mrs. Garriott serves as a secretary to both Mr. Bondurant and Mr. Drake, w ' hile Mrs. Bradshaw answers the phone, runs the bookstore, and assists the students and faculty alike. Mrs. Morrissey serves as the recep- tionist and secretary of the Junior School. This dedicated group of women, who frequently go beyond the call of duty to help students, is a valuable asset to the school. Mrs. Liles Mrs. Sowell Mrs. Bradshaw Mrs. Morrissey 22

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Dr. Harold Crowell Dr. G. Edward Gaffney has been the head of the Junior School for eight years. He teaches Latin I in the eighth grade as well as Latin II and an AP course in the high school. He also conducts a course at Vanderbilt University where he received his B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. Dr. Gaffney’s love for the classical languages has even carried him to Rome and Athens to study. His enthusiasm for teaching Latin is evident in all of his classes. Dr. Crowell, Dean of Faculty and Students, is one of M.B.A.’s most involved teachers. Besides being the Chairman of the Science Department and a teacher of all the Physics classes, he is also the yearbook sponsor and the junior class advisor. Dr. Crowell believes that excellence is worth pursuing, even if it is not achieved. This thought, as well as other beliefs, makes him extremely valuable to the M.B.A. community. Many people admire his qualities that enable him to relate so well with students both inside and outside the classroom. Dr. Crowell received his B.S. from Louisiana Polytechnic Institute and his Ph.D. from Vanderbilt University. Dr. G. Edward Gaffney Mr. James Poston Mr. James A. Poston, M.B.A.’s Guidance Director, plays a most important role in the lives of the students. His personal concern for the well-being of the individual makes him easy to talk to, and his flexible work schedule leaves him available for a student at all times during the day. He has also worked diligently to establish the Project 714 program at M.B.A. His dedication to the tennis program led the team to a state championship and a national recognition for his excellence in coaching. Mr. Poston received his M.A. from George Peabody College. Mr. Laird Smith, Jr. As Director of Buildings and Grounds, Mr. Smith can be seen everywhere from the front lawns to the basement of the gym. On campus weekdays and weekends, Mr. Smith shows his dedication to the school through everything he does. From washing walls, to mowing lawns, to leading construction, Mr. Smith, a graduate of the school, is the backbone of the maintenance of M.B.A. His job is greatly appreciated and obviously noticed through the beauty of the M.B.A. campus. Mr. Smith is a graduate of Vanderbilt University.

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Dr. Wayne Batton English I, English IV; Spon- sor to Archives: Ph.D., Van- derbilt, M.A.; B.A., Universi- ty of Wyoming Mr. Jim Bostick Algebra II (H), Computer Science; Varsity Basketball, Varsity Soccer; B.S., Auburn University; M.S., University of North Carolina Mrs. June Bowen English 7th; 7th Lrfade Advi- sor; B.A., Baylor University; M.A., George Peabody Col- lege Mrs. Jeannine Bowers French I, French IV (AP); DES, University of Nancy, France Mr. Michael Caldwell College Algebra (H), Calcu- lus BC, Calculus Statistics; Sophomore Class Sponsor; Varsity Golf, Varsity Track; B.E., Vanderbilt; M.A., Pea- body Mrs. Anne Christeson English I, English II; Sponsor to ARCHIVES; B.A., Van- derbilt; M.S., University of Tennessee Mr. William Compton College Algebra, Calculus AB, Computer; Freshman Football, Varsity Track; B.S., Davidson College; M.A.T., Duke University