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

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PARENT-TEACHERS EXECUTIVE BOARD Mr. Fred Balden, second vice-presidentg Mrs. M. J. Gosnell, first vice-presidentg Mrs, Ransom Ellis, secretaryg Mrs. Harold Kerr, presidentg and Mrs. Sam Gardner, treasurer, had a look at one of the woodwork machines, part of the equipment on display when the Parkview PTA held its meeting in January at the Vocational-Technical School and toured the plant. Students Their Joint Concern To Know ls to Grow was the program theme of Parkview's Parent- Teachers Association and an unusual variation in their meetings as the group held one meeting at the Vocational-Technical School where members were briefed on the courses offered and advantages of the program and also conducted through the building to see the facil- ities. New 'titles and new offices came to Miss Lena Davison and Mr. Kenneth Frederickson as they were designated administrative assist- ants. ln this role they assisted teachers, counselors, and adminis- trators with guidance and pupil personnel problems. They, served as the primary disciplinary officers of the school. - Work permits, permission slips to leave school, records dealing with attendance and tardies all came within their jurisdiction as they worked with students and teachers. I7

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Fred Balden Principal Charles Espy Assistant Principal In their second year as principal and assistant principal of Parkview, Mr. Fred Balden and Mr. Charles Espy served the school with dedication and enthusiasm. Mr. Balden led Parkview to new heights in scholarship and in extra-curricular activities. He was deeply concerned with keeping Parkview's outstanding reputation and worked with the good of the school always uppermost in his mind. His friendliness and ability made him a popular principal as well as an effective one. During the year, Mr. Espy worked closely with the prin- cipal, the staff and the Student Council to make Parkview a school of which to be proud. He helped plan each assembly and sponsored the Key Club in all of its activities. He kent the school informed on all meetings, procedures, and im- portant events through the daily announcements. Mr. Espy's interest in all functions of the school and his capability as an administrator were warmly appreciated by the Students. I6 Miss Lena Davison Kenneth Frederickson Administrative Assistant Administrative Assistant

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Parkview's counselors performed a diversity of tasks during the course of this year. They provided guidance to students in forming their plans for the future and in handling the problems of high school life. They offered assistance in the selection of a college, in application for scholarships, and in investiga- tion of job opportunities. V The counselors administered group diagnostic tests and held conferences with the students to evaluate their per- formance and potential, whether they were considering cer- tain courses for their study in high school or contemplating particular colleges or vocations. They also kept extensive records to provide information to other schools, teachers, or prospective employers. The counselors were always available for conferences with students, their parents, or teachers. They were con- cerned with student academic achievement, their attendance attitude, personal problems, and goals. Conferences with students on scheduling, scholarship applications, and individual problems were held by the counselors. Mr. Clzalg Sobotka fright! worked on an admission form, submitted by a senior, and Miss Lucille Dugan talked with Gary Welsh fbelowl about scheduling for his senior year.