Poughkeepsie High School - Phois Yearbook (Poughkeepsie, NY)

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]ohn R. Kiehle 1937-1962 In Memoriam This year we lost a beloved teacher and friend, Mr. John R. Kiehle. Those of us who knew Mr. Kiehle felt pain and shock at the realization of his death. To us he had been, and still remains, a living, vital influence on our lives. A man ' s worth is measured by the opinion of others, and those who attended his math classes in Room 225 are but beginning to realize the importance of Mr. Kiehle. We remember the close rapport that existed between student and teacher, made possible by his deep understanding of our interests and problems. His personality was one of sincerity and dedication, tempered by a droll humor which sprang from a lively interest in human nature. We have no need of memorials or eulogies to invoke his spirit, for he remains alive in us. And our feelings are aptly expressed by the English poet, John Donne: Death, be not proud, though some knave called thee Mighty and dreadful, for thou art not so; For those whom thou think ' st thou dost overthrow Die not, poor Death; nor yet canst thou kill me.

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Dedication Among our most important tasks during high school years was plan- ning for our future education. Choosing colleges to apply to was difficult enough, and the process was complicated by personal interviews, college entrance exams, and scholarship tests. Many of us would have floundered in this sea of applications had it not been for Mr. Fleming of the Guidance Office. His knowledge of the subject was so thorough and his advice so sound that we left his office feeling that applying to college was not such an in- surmountable task, after all. Mr. Fleming was not found only in his office, and his job was not purely student guidance. In the hall, in a senior homeroom, or at an exam, he was always willing to listen to our problems. If he became tired of hearing our frenzied cry, When will our board scores be in? he never showed it. Mr. Fleming ' s duties also included filling in our character ratings on college applications and editing our copy for the education page of the Poughkeepsie Journal. To show how much we appreciate his patience, friendliness, and en- couragement, the senior class of Poughkeepsie High School is proud to dedicate the 1962 Phois to Mr. Ben C. Fleming.

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Mr. Bugar I Mr. Bugar ' s keen interest in all school activities was well known at Poughkeepsie High School, but his devotion to his students went far deeper than this. His desire to promote both good citizenship and good sportsmanship made Poughkeepsie High School a strong place in which to live and study. We wish to congratulate Mr. Bugar for his thought- fulness to and consideration for the student body. He is on the winning side of our ledger.