Provo High School - Provost Yearbook (Provo, UT)

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No one is as proud of Provo High’s trophies as Principal Trcgeagle. A gradual.; of PHS in 1923 and the principal of it for seventeen years, he has seen the numerous hard-fought battles that account for the well-filled showcases. At the Awards Assembly Mr. Trcgeagle recounts the events and contests that have contributed to another successful year for Provo High. Mr. Weight, one of the more prominent figures on the Provo High campus, discharges many services in his role as assistant principal. One of these services is announcing events and instructions over the public address system daily to the student body. This reminds the students of coming activities. Principal Tregeagle and Vice-Principal Weight often find it necessary to meet and discuss school business. Their efforts make PHS a school which the students can be proud to attend. Admininistrators PROBABLY THE MOST vital, demanding position in the organization of a high school is that of the principal. He must possess the many qualities which characterize a good leader. Principal D. V. Tregeagle served Provo High School in a most capable way. He graduated from P.H.S. in 1923 and later taught here. This experience certainly gave him an insight into the problems he faced during the year. Even with his busy schedule, Principal Tregeagle didn’t fail to make friends among the students he encountered each day throughout the school. He further showed his interest in the students by attending assemblies, games, plays and concerts. KENNETH WEIGHT OCCUPIED the number two position in our school faculty. His days were filled with the many tasks that a large school such as Provo High demanded. He helped co-ordinate extra-curricular activities that made our school life more pleasant. Mr. Weight supervised the Board of Control and Legislative Council, gave announcements over the public address system, and published the weekly calendar. —12—

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THE BOARD OF EDUCATION consisted of the superintendent, the school clerk, and representatives elected by the people. They met once very month and discussed such problems as student population and school facilities. DR. J. C. MOFFITT was the superintendent of the Provo City School District. He was well-qualified for this position and was recognized for his progressive ideas. His talents of leadership were shown by his cooperative, enthusiastic, and helpful attitude toward board members and faculty alike. His duties were many and varied and included a monthly meeting with the Board of Education. Dr. Moffitt also worked closely with the faculty of Provo High School in determining extra-curricular activities as well as the curricular schedule. His paramount objective was to make our schools better. H. J. BOYACK, assistant superintendent in charge of business affairs, dispersed the annual budget for Provo’s schools. He worked with Provo High School in buying their supplies and equipment, and issuing the monthly payroll. SHERMAN W. WING served as administrative assistant to Superintendent Moffitt. He was in charge of secondary education and helped with the selection of all the district’s employees. Superintendent J. C. Moffitt works hard to make every year at Provo High School successful. The task of being the superintendent of a school district is not easy, but Mr. Moffitt fulfilled this position very well. City Votes Three to One for Bond Issue Sherman Wing took charge of the secondary schools in Provo School District. If. J Boyack handled business affairs of the Board of Education. Both men help see that the district functions properly. PROVO CITY LIBRARY -11- lrs. Merl Dean supervises the Provo school-lunch program. Justin Winkler serves as the superintendent of buildings and grounds. Kenneth Weight Sr., is the director of pupil personnel.

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IS THERE A PAIR of brown leather gloves in the lost and found? Is Mr. Trcgeagle in? What class does John Smith take this period? These are only typical of the many questions students asked Mrs. Jones, the school secretary. Besides acting as receptionist, she kept the school files, typed credit transcripts, and generally “kept house” in the busy office. THE HARASSED MALE received solace from Mr. Warner, dean of boys. He gave sound advice, stern or friendly as the situation demanded. He was a familiar figure to students who took the NEDT, NMSQT, and other group tests, and to every boy . . . good, bad, or indifferent. MRS. HAYWARD was directly responsible for the female populace. In addition to handling its registrations, class changes, personal problems, etc., she advised the Ciirls’ Organization. ANY QUALMS the sophomores had when they were called into Mr. Asay’s office were soon lost as they talked to their counselor. He helped them understand tests showing their abilities and preferences and helped them plan their future. MR. HUGHES, the man who gave these tests, knows things about the students they don’t know themselves ... he has all the I. Q. tests filed. ALL WORKED TOGETHER to make education more effective for the students of Provo High. Working as counselors at PHS are Mr. A say and Mr. Hughes. They advise students who need help in choosing vocations. Mrs. Jones, secretary of the main office, works as a registrar and files the many transcripts of the students. HelpStudents Alleviate Diverse Problems Mrs. Libbie Hayward, dean of girls, always greets the numerous female visitors she has during the day with a warm, friendly smile. Mr. Max Warner, dean of boys, has a knack for making people feel at ease. He helps the boys with many of the problems that face them. —13—