Paramus High School - Delphian Yearbook (Paramus, NJ)

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Our Superintendents . . . Cover The Gamut Of Education When asked his philosophy of education, Mr. Paul Shelly, Superintendent of Schools, commented: “I believe free public education is the cornerstone of our democratic society and that public schools have the responsibility of providing educational programs that will develop the full potential of each child.” Mr. Paul A. Shelly Superintendent Of Schools According to Dr. Harry Galinsky, Deputy Superintendent of Schools, every student should be given the fullest opportunity to explore and reach his or her potential. Dr. Galinsky believes in a system of education that is very flexible and one that creates options for the young. “Taking risks for young people so that they can truly experience the realities that life will hold after their school careers are ended,” is also a part of Dr. Galinsky’s philosophy of education. In addition, he feels the presence of the ninth grade in the high school will provide the students of the junior high with many more opportunities than presently exist in the junior high setting. As a result of the coming of the ninth graders, a greater enrollment for classes will occur, thus cutting down on the cancellation of classes due to small participation. When asked about the future of Paramus High School, Dr. Galinsky would like to see a continued emphasis on develop¬ ment of skills necessary to be successful in society after gradua¬ tion. In his crystal ball Dr. Galinsky also sees continued opportunity to learn outside the high school building, such as Triple-E expansion, Satellite, etc. Greater emphasis on career education and the increased involvement of students and par¬ ents in the decision-making process of running Paramus High lie in the future of the high school. Dr. Harry Galinsky Deputy Superintendent Of Schools 12