Parkview High School - Viking Log Yearbook (Springfield, MO)

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MR. WILLARD J. GRAFF Superintendent of Schools HI have the highest praise for the students in our schoolsf' says Superintendent Willard Graff. In the main, they are responsible young people who regard their education seriouslyf' Mr. Graff also regards seriously the education offered to the more than 22,000 students enrolled in the Springfield public schools, for he is con- vinced that the future of the nation largely de- pends on the quality of the educational program today. Mr. Graflws leadership in providing educational opportunities and the necessary facilities for the youth of Springfield has brought him wide-spread professional recognition. He has served as presi- dent of the Missouri Association of School Ad- ministrators this past year and was a participant on the program of the national convention of the American Association of School Administrators. He is a member of the planning committee for the Governoris Conference on Education. As superintendent, Mr. Graff is executive offi- cer for the Board of Education and its chief ad- ministrator. The board depends upon him for coun- sel on questions requiring board action, the per- sonnel of the system depend on him to represent them before the board in professional and wel- fare matters, and the community depends on him to provide vision and leadership to provide the edu- cation their children will need. ADMINISTRATIVE BOARD Seated: Mr. David Berryman, director of Vocational-Technical and Indus- trial Educationg Dr. Roy Litle, assistant superintendent for elementary education, Mr. Willard J. Graff superin- tendent, Dr. A. M. Alexander, assistant superintendent for secondary education, Mrs. Hazel Ponder, director of personnel. Standing: Mr. Joe Grant, director of build- ing services, Mr. John Sweeney, director of pupil serv- iees, Dr. Joe Kuklenski, director of curriculum develop- ment, Mr. Kenneth Kraft, director of business services.

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As assistant superintendent for secondary educa- tion, Dr. A. M. Alexander is delegated responsibi- lity for the administration and supervision of the secondary schools, with major responsibility in the areas of personnel, supervision, and instruction. His depth of understanding of the many prob- lems of education and his professional approach in working with both lay and professional people contribute to his effectiveness as an educational leader. A QUESTION OF PRINCIPALS Regular meet- ings of the principals of the city high schools include Mr. James Ford, Glendaleg Mr. Fred Balden, Parkviewg Dr. A. M. Alexander, deputy superintendent of secon- dary educationg Mr. Hoyt Shumate, Hillcrestg Mr. Ralph Hamilton, Central. DR. A. M. ALEXANDER Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education WELL-CO-ORDINATED Dr. Alexander discusses with departmental co-ordinators of the high schools some questions of common concern. I3