North Branch High School - Bronconian Yearbook (North Branch, MI)

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North Branch High School North Branch, Michigan May 14, 1948 Students of North Branch High School North Branch, Michigan Dear Students: In the fall of 1937 when I was beginning to work in North Branch, Dr. Kenneth Bordine, now of Central Michigan College of Education, was: Superintendent of Schools in Marlette. On one of my first visits with him he made this remark: “One of the most interesting things about the North Branch school is that there are so many things to be done. Eleven years have passed. Many things have been done. Our enrollment has doubled, the school employs twice as many teachers, many new courses have been added, a transportation system has been established, a new type district has been organized, broader music and atheletic programs are in effect, etc. Looking back over the period of my stay with you, I recollect many pleasant and interesting exper- iences. I have worked with, and come to know many fine people, both young and old. 1 have established some lifetime friendships. I feel a sense of deep satisfaction in having had a hand in some of the school’s accomplishments. And yet, looking ahead with you into the future of your school and community, I am constantly reminded of Dr. Bordine’s statement. There are still so many things to be done.” Life is like that. We dare not use much time looking back at what has taken place in the past because glancing ahead, we see so many greater possibilities and responsibilities in the future. Let us be about our tasks. As there are, always will be, So Many Things to be Done.” Very sincerely yours D. Reed McGee Superintendent of Schools North Branch, Michigan