Prescott High School - Hassayamper Yearbook (Prescott, AZ)

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Counselors Advise Students in Making Many Adjustments to the New High School Mrs. Helen M. McConnell Mr. James H. Geater Mr. Richard A. Reece Mr. Geater helped pre- pare the seniors for col- lege. He was responsible for giving the various apti- tude and achievement tests throughout the year. Mr. Richard Reece, a familiar face to all juniors, helped them get used to their schedules and an- swered any questions they might have. Many PHS sophomores came to know Mrs. Helen McConnell as she advised them throughout the year. Mr. James Geater. senior counselor, watches from the guidance suite as the students rush to class before the bell rings. Mrs. Helen McConnell, sophomore counselor, prepares to fill out a special excuse slip. This year Mrs. McConnell returned to counseling after teaching English for five years. Mr. Richard Reece, junior counselor, checks through his file. Among his many other activities. Mr. Reece is on the Public Relations Committee. —17—

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Schedule Changes, Assemblies, Calendar, Student Actiuitie$=Ass’t Principals Two of the busiest men around the high school were the assistant principals, Mr. James Topp and Mr. Doug Williams. Mr. Topp's main duty was that of disciplinarian. He also served as athletic director. Among his responsibilities were the upkeep of the book- store, the school calendar, and student activities. Mr. Topp has held many varied positions in the past such as biology teacher, basketball, base- ball, and JV football coach, and counselor. Mr. Topp has a B.S. and a M.A. in Education at Arizona State College. Mr. Doug Williams took care of all schedule changes and all the problems in this area. The secretarial staff, Average Daily Attendance preparation, and assemblies were all under the direction of Mr. Williams. Mr. Williams has teaching experience in the fields of science and physical education. He has a B.A. and a M.Ed. from the University of Arizona. He is presently working on an Educa- tional Specialists Degree in Guidance and Counseling from Northern Arizona University. Mr. Doug Williams takes time out of his busy schedule to discuss Prescott High activities on the phone. 16— Mr. lames Topp checks over the athletic schedules of various interschol- astic teams. Among his many other activities. Mr. Topp serves on the Girls' and Boys' State Committee.

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Secretaries Play Vital Role in PHS Life The PHS secretaries performed indispensible duties to keep the school running smoothly. Their jobs and duties were many and varied. Mrs. Dorothy Reece was Mr. Russo's secre- tary and Mrs. Doris Shellhom was secretary to Mr. Williams and Mr. Topp. Mrs. Sandra Graves worked for the counselors in the morning and in the bookstore in the after- noon. Mrs. Charlotte Gittings' voice could be heard daily over the intercom and she was also a records clerk. Mrs. Jackie Pierce was an attendance clerk. She always had a cheerful smile to greet students in the morn- ing. Mrs. Lita George worked in the book- store registering students, buying and selling books, and issuing lockers. Mrs. June Tramel worked in the attendance office and with the ADA records. All of these services were done skillfully and capably and were needed by every member of PHS. No. it' not the New York Stock Exchange first thing in the morning. It' Mr . June Tramel totaling figures on an adding machine. Mr . Tramel is an attendance clerk. Mr . Lita George Mrs. Sandra Grares Mrs. June Tramel —18—