Montpelier High School - Record Yearbook (Montpelier, VT)

Page 11 text:

ELIZABETH M. BRANCH English See someone with a portable typewriter and a stack of original writing folders? That’s Miss Branch. Oh, yes, she’ll be carrying a RECORD with her because there are always many last minute details to straighten out in the pro- cess of going to press. With her wonderful sense of humor she makes both the after-school Record Board sessions and her English classes a lot of fun. KATHLEEN L BRETTELL French and English Miss Brettell grew up in Ottawa, Canada, and Benning- ton, Vermont. After graduating from Bennington High School and Middlebury College, she taught at North Troy High School before coming to MHS. She feels that French is very rewarding whether the next step is college or a job. Her French students certainly agree with her. When she’s not correcting papers or working on the Solonxcope, she tries to find time for reading, gardening, cooking and en- joying her niece and nephew. GEORGE D. BROWN Coach and Driver Training Mr. Brown grew up and went to school in Scarsdale, New York. He taught at Coxsackie, New York, before coming to MHS six years ago. These years have added a great deal to our football and basketball team standings in the state. His hobbies include fixing up his home, hunting, and fishing. We might add that he finds survival a hard task during driver training periods. GRAY R. COANE Mathematics and Mechanical Drawing Mr. Coane, who has taught at MHS since 1932, grew' up in Brattleboro, Vermont. He went to Norwich University and received his B. A. in civil engineering. He also went to the Universities of Illinois and Vermont and received his M. E. degree at Bates. Mr. Coane finds that everyday is an in- teresting experience. His students think so too! We are fortunate in having him as our J. V. coach. His other in- terests are skiing, golfing, and Little League baseball. MnUCENT L. DIXON Commercial So your treasurer’s book doesn’t balance? Miss Dixon. our efficient school treasurer, is certain to have a solution count and re-count. Many secretaries who were once students in her classes credit their success to the know ledge and training which she has given them. Her background and skill in typing and shorthand, as well as bookkeeping and record keeping seem to have rubbed off onto pupils in her classes.

Page 10 text:

PHILIP H. MATHEWSON Superintendent of Schools Mr. Mathewson, who has been our superintendent for four years, is held in high esteem in both educational and civic circles. He grew up and went to school in Lyndon, Ver- mont, and is a graduate of Middlebury College and the Uni- versity of Michigan. Many of us have been helped by his sympathetic and understanding advice. When he can find time, he enjoys fishing, hunting and woodworking. ROBERT H. CHASTNEY Principal of Montpelier High School As the saying goes — “It’s the princip(a)l(e) of the thing that counts.” Dr. Chastney by his understanding lea- dership and years of experience has made MHS a truly first- rate school. A graduate of Hamilton College, Columbia University, and New York University, he taught in several schools in New York before coming to Montpelier fourteen years ago. Latin, by the way, is his favorite subject. When he can take time off from his school and civic responsibili- ties, he enjoys salt-water sailing. GLENN AIKEN — Science Take two parts patient guidance, one part understand- ing, and a dash of dry humor. Mix well and what do you have? Mr. Aiken, of course! Those who have toiled through his courses are well acquainted with his vast scientific knowledge. Educated at Amherst and the University of Vermont, he returned to both institutions in a teaching capacity. Mr. Aiken taught in both public and private schools in New York and Connecticut before coming to Montpelier eleven years ago. His hobbies include sailing, music, and the theater. NANCY J. BEALS — Speech and Dramatics Drama Festival? Speakers Bureau? Spring play? Oh, you must be talking about Miss Beals. Anyone who has helped in Masque production is well-acquainted with her calm and efficient direction. Whatever the last-minute problem, Miss Beals soon has everything under her com- petent control. With her help, MHS has become the only school in New England to have a Speakers’ Bureau. Edu- cated at the University of Vermont, Miss Beals was assoc- iated with the UVM Players and is very interested in all phases of dramatics. STANLEY K. BOND U. S. History and P. A. D. Everybody knows our Mr. Bond. His cheery laugh and engaging smile, along with his marvelous sense of humor, make his classes full of interest and fun. He graduated from the Universities of Alabama and Vermont, as well as Boston University. Before coming here four years ago, he taught in schools in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. For several years he has served as the chairman of advisors fcr the senior classes.

Page 12 text:

EUGENE N. DOHERTY History and English If you see someone with a friendly smile walking down the hall or hear a burst of laughter from the class in Room 5, chances are you have seen Mr. Doherty and heard the reaction to one of the jokes he has just told. Hailing from Roselle Park, New Jersey, he has laid the groundwork for future football victories. He is an avid enthusiast of the out-of-doors — especially these rugged Vermont winters. We appreciate the keen interest he has shown in all our school activities. HARLAN R. FARNSWORTH Mathematics Care to go hiking, or have you the curiosity to find out why two triangles are congruent ? If you are interested in either, Mr. Farnsworth’s the man to see. Besides taking these jobs in hand, he is number one in the managing of the finances of the Athletic Association. Even though he is busy, he has found time to straighten out all the confused mathematically inclined minds that come before him each day. PATRICIA K. GANDLEY Physical Education Mrs. Gandley, the vivacious girls’ physical education teacher, came to us from Waterbury High School this year. As a youngster she lived in Maryland, later moving to New York City where she attended New York University and instructed at Long Island City High School in New York. Of all sports, she particularly enjoys badminton and swim- ming. For a change of pace, however, she turns to playing the piano. Because she believes that phys-ed activities con- tribute much to the physical and social development of youth, she became a physical education instructor. MILDRED L. HALLGREN, R. N. School Nurse Do you need a polio shot, or do you have a headache? At one time or another we have all staggered into Miss Hallgren’s office, asked for and received relief from our agonies. Scurrying between the high school and the elemen- tary schools, she keeps us guessing about how our efficient nurse can take such an interest not only in our state of health but also our state of mind. JOYCE E. HERMANN Social Studies Mrs. Hermann, who teaches many subjects including world history, is a native of Monroe, New Hampshire, and attended Mclndoes Academy. A graduate of U. V. M., she spent several years teaching at Hardwick Academy and Waterbury High School before coming to MHS four years ago. She laughs as she remembers being mistaken for a student and invited to join the chorus during her first year here. Between school work and examinations, she somehow finds time to read and work in her garden.