Putnam City High School - Treasure Chest Yearbook (Oklahoma City, OK)

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Calhoun, Kentucky was the starting point of Mr. D. D. Kirkland's long journey on his road to success. Being one of ten children born to Rosie and Albert Kirkland, he quickly developed a sense of self-discipline and independence. The desire to teach influenced his life as early as the age of eight. Although he served his coun- try in World War I, he never lost sight of this dream. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Northwestern State College in Alva, and five years later completed work on his Masters Degree at the University of Oklahoma. Forty-five years of this manys life have been spent in the teaching profession, 15 of these as superintendent of the Putnam City Schools. Mr. Kirkland married Elna Seegraves the same year he embarked on his career in educa- tion. The high standards held by this couple are embodied in their two children, a son, who is studying at OU, and a daughter who lives in Tulsa. Mr. Kirkland's love of teaching is match- ed only by his wife's, who is a history teacher at Central Junior High. The Oklahoma Education Association and the Oklahoma School Administration Association have benefited by his leadership, as is demon- strated by his election as president of both of these bodies. Upon his retirement at the end of this year, a standing memorial to his many years of labor in the field of education will be the Putnam City School System. Nothing could be more fit- ting 5 he has improved the level of scholastic achievement and instruction tenfold. ADMINISTRATION Mr. D. D. Kirkland Superintendent Superintendents Map Course For Entire System Mr. Fred Caviness Assistant Superintendent Assuming the responsibilities of eight cafe- terias, all Putnam City buildings and grounds, besides designating places and times for all stops of 29 buses is our assistant superin- tendent, Mr. Fred Caviness. In addition are the miscellaneous duties that always seem to be channeled to an assistant. In the midst of this, he still finds time to serve on the Warr Acres Kiwanis Board of Directors, plus contributing long, devoted hours to B.C. Clark Memorial Church as Chairman on the Board of Trustees and on the Commission of Education. Mr. Caviness finds relaxation in viewing tennis matches coupled with a lively interest in football, track, and basketball, the latter stemming from his being a tri-letterman in high school. Pursuing her own career as a part-time nurse, his wife Betty nevertheless does not allow this to interfere with her primary in- terest, that of homemaking. Their five chil- dren, Fred L., Dick, Pam, Beverly, and Kelly, increase Mr. Caviness's understanding of the problems of children from tots through teens.

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Mr. Leo C. Ma f' l y ie d Principal ADMINISTRATION Congenially, yet with easily observed author- ity, Leo C. Mayfield competently solves the daily problems confronting a Putnam City High School Principal. The fact that Mr. Mayfield is outstanding in various civic and social endeavors, in addi- tion to excelling as principal, is recognized by those who work with him. This has now been acknowledged by the authors of Whois Who in the South and Southwest, a listing of emi- nent men and women from Florida to Kansas, most of whom are college professors or rich men, or as in Mr. Mayfield's case, esteemed as one of today's leaders. He has also received widespread acclaim for his work in eliminating high school drop- outs. Due to his early recognition of the situation and subsequent study toward a solution, he is much in demand as a speaker today. Seven years ago, when others gave little or no concern to drop-out statistics, Mr. Mayfield began to look ahead to the time when these unfortunate students would not be so able to find a place in our society. It was then that he began encouraging students to remain in school, having counsel with the parents and youth, and stressing the import- ance of a high school diploma in up-coming years. These past and continuing efforts re- sult in Putnam City's 'ZW drop-out rate being among the lowest in the nation. Mr. Mayfield is the immediate Past Presi- dent of the Oklahoma Principals' Association, and has attended several .invitational princi- pals' conferences throughout the United States. Foremost Leaders Gain Recognition In All Fields Mr. B. J. Nichols Vice Principal Among those who lead Putnam City in all phases of school life is Mr. B. J. Nichols. Now completing his third year as Vice Principal, Mr. Nichols came to Oklahoma City in 1960 and taught science at Central Junior High for one year before accepting the position which he now holds. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree at Central State College, and a Master's degree in City School Administration at the Univer- sity of Oklahoma, where he also continued with his post graduate work. While working on his Master's degree he was chosen as one of eight students to do administration in- ternship, which is sponsored by the Kellogg Foundation. Shiny Christmas bulbs reflect anticipation as Mr. Nichols and Mr. Mayfield peer into the globe of activities to fill the coming vacation. g . t . . 5 I I