Perry High School - Perryscope Yearbook (Pittsburgh, PA)

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SCHOOL BOARD OF PERRY TOVVNSHIP J. K. KICINTYRE, PRES. J. R. 1NIARTIN,'SEC. IRA BLAIR VVALTER RISBECK FRED EDWARDS J. B. SNYDER N. C. PIERSOL CHARLES THRASHER ,A--.MA Us A A ,A

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6 School Sentiment Plus Co-operation A board of education is selected by the people for the purpose of guiding and safeguarding the physical, mental and moral develop- ment of the children of the community. No more sacred duty can be conferred by the people upon any body of public servants. Yet without a wholesome school sentiment plus the active co-operation of those for whom the public school system was founded, a board may be powerless to perform its whole duty. If the public schools are to meet the demands of the changing con- ditions of life in the world today, the people must not withhold their loyal support. Not only money must be provided by taxation, but a keen appreciation must be shown for the edu- cational opportunities atforded the children. Destructive criticism which is not based upon fact has hindered needed school improve- ment in many communities. Boards of educa- tion welcome criticism, which points out imper- fections. But it is believed that such imper- fections can best be remedied by kindly consider- ate and suggestively constructive criticism which constantly seeks for something worthy of com- mendation as a foundation on which to build and then outlines in a definite manner both the characteristics of the proposed improvement and the process by which it is to be realized. The moulding of misdirected public sentiment against the actions of a board of education that is trying to perform its duty works injury to the welfare of the children. lVithout an appreciative spirit on the part of those whose duty it is to support the efforts of a board of education, our schools will never function as they should in the community and national life. With such appreciation plus the inspiration which comes from hearty co-operation in a great cause, there can be no limit to the good that the public school may do. Let us place confidence in the mission of our public school. While undoubtedly there are many weaknesses that should be strengthened, a spirit of trust by the people themselves will do much to overcome these weaknesses. Let people, boards of education and teachers unite to make the future of our public school more glorious than ever before.

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MR. LUCAS, B. PED omo NORTHERN UNIVERSITY Favorite expression- Next time I'll have to use drastic measures Although Mr. Lucas has been with us only a short time we feel very well acquainted with him. In all our games he is always back of us with his support. As an artist he far surpasses any we have ever had on the Perry Faculty. Mr. Lucas is friendly with all and is always ready to help us in need of need. But the Golden Rule we must obey, Or 'twill show up on report card day, And in the hall we must not be caught For you'll find that this with danger is fraught. But go to work when you hear the gong And you'll be rewarded before long. Miss REED, A. B. CECIL HIGH SCHOOL-MUSKINGUM COLLEGE Favorite expression-- Savez-vous votre lecon, aujourd- hui? CDO you know your lesson today?j Miss Reed has been with us for three years and has won a warm place in the hearts of all, for S116 is very jolly and always greets you with a smile. In Literary work Miss Reed cannot be surpassed as she is by far the best trainer P. H. S. has ever had. The Juniors and Seniors have unaminously agreed that Miss Reed is the best teacher the directors of Perry Twp. ever found. She is the chaperone of the girls Basket-Ball team and you would go far to find a better. VV e hope that this is not Miss Reed's last year with us as it is hard to get along with- out hcr once you know hcr.