Morenci High School - Copper Cat Yearbook (Morenci, AZ)

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xxx .-...ss M S Mr. L. P. Lemons High School Principal PRINClPAL'S OFFICE Schedules all classes, Beginning his second year as high school p1:in- cipal, Mr. Paul Lemons began with eicperienced assurance. Between phone calls he handles fac- ulty questions and students' many problems, plans for sports and extra curricular events, and some- times finds time to visit classes. In addition to his administrative duties, Mr. Lemons co-spon- sors student council and participates in the Clifton- Morenci Rotary Club. He also enjoys hunting, golf, and watching various school athletic events. Mr. Lemons received his Bachelor of Arts and Masters degrees from Arizona State University. A new addition to the Morenci High faculty was Mr. Roy Claridge, assistant principal. Mr. Clar- idge received his Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Education from the Brigham Young University in 1959. ln 1964 he received his Masters degree in Education from the University of Arizona. His favorite hobbies include photography and hunting. Last summer he worked as data processer and an economic analyist at the University of Arizona. SPEAKING at a faculty meeting is Paul Lemons. programs, activities Mr. Roy Claridge Assistant Princmal C. L. Doc Richards Business Manager 29

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The Board of Education of the Morenci School District is faced with numerous problems, inclu- ding making adjustments in curriculum and policy, recruiting personnel, needs for new building, and funds to operate the school system. Because of the shortage of teachers, especially in the ele- mentary fields, Mr. Davidson had interviewed graduates from state universities and many col- leges in southern states in order to find qualified and desirable personnel for all the local schools. The strike affecting local economy inadvertently brought about the postponements of plans for a new elementary school building. The primary strike problem was the unstable population and the inability of the school administration to pre- dict the enrollment for the 1968-69 school year. Mr. Davidson received his B.S. degree from Daniel Baker College and his M.A. degree from Sul Ross State. He is a member of many organi- zations including the First Presbyterian Church, Rotary Club, Phi Delta Kappa, ASA, and AASA. BOARD OF EDUCATION Mr. P. H. Davidson Superintendent of Schools Hires school personnel, determines budget Mr. Claude C. Tuell Mr. .lohn Cuthbertson Mr. A. L. Alexander Member Clerk President 28

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ROBERTA TROXELL--B.A., Bethel Col lege, M.A., U ol A7 high school lb RUTH SHAW--B.S., Polerson Sicle College, M.A., Columbia University, Guidance coun selor, Co-sponsor Pep Club, Career Night. ifif i l g ym. ,eo y HEEEEE I sq---qw..-M.. ae... ANHP' ' SCHOOL PERSONNEL Help students, give advice on problems One of Morenci's unique advantages is that the teachers have an unusually wide educationalback- ground and experience. The eleven new faculty members have eighteen degrees from nine differ- ent colleges and universities scattered across the United States. The newcomers are: Mr. Lara, Miss Comegys, Mr. Goodner, Mr. Morgan, Mr. Caddell, Mrs. Allen, and Mr. Wheeler. Mrs. Galusky and Mr. Boling came to the eighth grade from other local schools. ln the vocal music de- partment Mrs. Mueller taught the first semes- ter and Mrs. Kreus, the second half of the year. Besides classroom instruction teachers spon- sor activities and sports, and find time to help pupils with both scholastic and personal problems. CA UGHT DURING A LULL between book sales, Mrs. Ruth Clemmcr posesfor the Copper Cat photographer. YOU NEED A LITTLE MORE green under the gills! Mrs. Arnold prepares Kenneth Lucio for Senior Play. 30