Penn High School - Pennerian Yearbook (Greenville, PA)

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THEY WERE DEVOTED TO A GREAT CAUSE-EDUCATING YOUTH. MR. NORMAN F. HOELZLE Assistant Superintendent Progressive in method and leadership, the assistant superintendent, Mr. Norman Hoelzle, has gained the respect of everyone. Charac- terized by his humor, energy, versatility, and dependability, he has accepted his duties connected with the supervision of the mainte- nance department and the elementary school program with enthusiasm and understanding. Dedicated to high principles in the educational field, Mr. Hoelzle found nothing too trouble- some or too difficult as long as it improved the education of Penn's youth. To him our public schools were a special instrument to keep our American traditions. An alumnus from Westminster College 'From which he secured his B.S. degree, Mr. Hoelzle obtained his M.A. degree from Duquesne University. SECRETARIES MRS. CLARA BRUNTON MRS. SARA TRUEMAN 'gcwwl of Zdaaalchn Our story began with a dedicated group of citizens engaged in working for the educa- tional betterment of this fast-growing com- munity. Just as the world advanced in tech- nological progress in launching satellites, likewise our school system advanced too. lt was our board's tedious and stupendous task to provide buildings and facilities for all the township's children. Among some of the re- sults this year were the remodeling and reno- vating of some grade schools, the beautifying of playgrounds and gymnasiums, the enlarge- ment of the present junior high school, the building of a new elementary school and, of course, the erection of the 55,000,000 senior high school, These fully-equipped buildings did not appear as if by magic, but much study, planning, and time were the factors involved. The goal of the board was to give us, the future citizens, the best training pos- sible amid the most inspirational surrounding. The seven members of the Penn Hills School Board truly displayed vision and courage in meeting today's challenge of an expanding school program.

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0 9 ! a 0 Z DR. JOHN H. LINTON Superintendent A chapter of our story included the ad- ministrators. They upheld the American public schools to stand as great well-springs of free- dom, equality, and self-government. In his tenure here, Dr. Linton as an educator has exhibited many desirable traits in personality, philosophy, and character. His foremost in- terest was that public education supported the American way of life. Dr. Linton proved his ability to analyze and evaluate our ex- tensive school building program. Coping with increased enrollment and teacher shortages, considering and studying construction costs, and consulting with architects has occupied much of his time. His awareness of the excep- tional responsibilities in the educational world today has made him an outstanding leader in his field. BOARD OF EDUCATION Seated: Mr. John Beswarick, Mr. Walter J. Fitzmartin-treasurer, Mr. Maurice Hubler-vice president, Mr. Harry E. Dean-president, Mr. Carl Gaadlin-secretary, Mr. A. Clair Mitchell. Standing: Dr. John H. Linton-superintendent, Mr. R. Rhady Brenlove-solicitor lnon-memherj, Mr. Norman F. Haelzle-assistant superintendent. I I I ,

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,-fclmdrz ' ' va This well-liked person displayed many ad- mirable qualities-as a person, amicable and sensible, as an instructor, informative and enthusiastic, as an administrator, competent and versatile. Coming up from the ranks as teacher and principal ot both elementary and secondary schools, he became Penn's first Director ot Secondary Education, Curriculum, and Research. His keen educational interests have brought him to the State Department of Public Instruction where he served as a con- sultant. Besides this, Dr. Kelley has taught classes for a number of years in the Graduate School of the University of Pittsburgh. Reading, home-shop woodworking, and antique collect- ing, comprised his leisure time activities. SEC RETARY MRS. ELIZABETH DEUERLEIN DR. ARTHUR C. KELLEY Director of Secondary Education . ln conference with Dr. Kelley were Pinky Keller and Bob Hildebrand