Pembroke High School - Corsair Yearbook (Hampton, VA)

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Of Pembroke This Year Mr. West writes up an admit slip for a student who had been absent for several days. Mr. Bland, assistant principal, stands with Larry Elliott in a pep assembly. Mr. Bland helps keep order in assemblies. The job of the administrative staff was to encourage and to co-operate with students in their studies and activities. Mr. Smith capably led Mr. Roycee Bland, Mrs. Eylese Latham, and Mr. Amos West in this function. The job of checking absenteeism, tardiness, and stu- dent behavior fell on the shoulders of Mrs. Latham and Mr. West. As Dean of Girls, Mrs. Latham tended to the problems facing the female students, giving aid and advice in many instances. Mr. West, as Dean of Boys, aided the male students, applying discipline or encour- agement as needed. As assistant principal, Mr. Bland, aided Mr. Smith with administrative decisions and problems. He also served as the co-ordinator of student activities. Mrs. Latham, the dean of girls, takes time out from her busy schedule to enjoy a good laugh. Mr. West, the dean of boys, calls to check on the absence of one of the students. 11

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Mr. Smith Takes Over As Principal Ruling on transportation, the free lunch program, and curriculum was the job of the Hampton School Board this year. The School Board, made up of Hampton residents selected by the City Council, also mad e rulings concerning the opening and closing of schools because of weather. This year the Board members concerned them- selves with up-dating the equipment and curriculum. They also used foresight in making decisions to provide more and better facilities for the increasing numbers of school-age children. Mr. Lively listens to both sides of the issue before making any final decisions. Here members of the Hampton School Board meet to discuss issues concerning Hampton schools. This year Mr. Smith succeeded Mr. Edward R. Szetela as the second principal of Pembroke High School. His experience in administration was a great asset in his first year as principal. His ability and understanding allowed Pembroke to continue its fine reputation. Contact with parents was a major aspect of his work. He found time to speak to parents and guard- ians seeking guidance concerning school-related prob- lems. Mr. Smith sighs as he hears that the students again require his assistance on a school project. Mr. Bland talks to Mr. Smith concerning a former student’s transcripts. 10

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Mrs. Martin Joins The Office Assistants As A Mrs. Hoffman, the Director of Guidance, discusses with Mrs. Latham, the problems of helping students decide on the best courses to take. What courses to take, what college to attend— important decisions in the lives of all students. The Counselors were always there to aid the students when the time came to make such decisions. With all the new sophomores that entered Pem- broke this year, it was important to have an exper- ienced counselor there to help the new students adjust to high school life. The Sophomore counselor this year was Mrs. Paula Hoffman. Juniors were counseled by Mrs. Eylese Latham who also acted as the Dean of Girls. She helped them through the year and prepared them for their final year in high school. Mr. Southey Booker was the Senior counselor this year. Mr. Booker helped them choose the college they wished to attend— often writing recommendations for scholarships and grants. He encouraged the seniors but let them make their own decisions, giving advice where needed. Mr. Booker stands with a student as they listen to Mr. Bland tell another one of his stories. Mr. Booker, Senior Guidance Counselor, walks with student assistant, Helen Paige, to check on the information available concerning ajob. 12