Reading Memorial High School - Pioneer Yearbook (Reading, MA)

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faculty Seated, left to right: Robert Brenner, Ara A. Karakashian, director, Helen M. Hart. Standing: Clifford W. Baker, John B. Pacino. The big decision. GUIDANCE The Guidance Department at RHS has expanded this year and has become a most important part of every student's school life. Composed of men and women striving to prepare a student for life beyond high school, whether it be in further halls of education or in the world of busi- ness, the Guidance Department is ever on hand with much-needed ad- vice. The counselors of this department plan occupational conferences, administer various tests, and talk to students individually to give advice about post-graduation plans. At one time or another, every student has Mr. Karakashian administers vocational aptitude test. visited the guidance room, either to discuss something important with one of the counselors or to look through the many college catalogues or vo- cational bulletins. Surely everyone has derived from this most important department something beneficial which he will carry with him throughout his life. f , me

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administration MR. ARA A. KARAKASHIAN From the time of his arrival at Reading High School in i954 to assume the position of Guidance Director, Mr. Karakashian, now also Acting Assistant Principal, has served unceasingly in his efforts to help and guide the students of RHS. His ability to understand and cope with the problems of' boys and girls of high school age has made him an outstanding personality in the field of guidance. MR. WILLIAM W. RODGERS This year Reading High School has been fortunate to welcome as its new principal, Mr. William Rodgers, who came to us from Ex- eter, New Hampshire, where he served as the first principal of the new co-educational high school. Starting his career as a teacher of social studies in Litchfield, Connecticut, Mr. Rodgers advanced to the position of Dean of Boys and Assistant Principal of Roosevelt High School in Washington, D. C. These qual- ifications, both as a teacher and administra- tor, combined with a wide range of interests in many fields, have enabled Mr. Rodgers to undertake his first year at our school so suc- cessfully while it was undergoing a difficult period of transition and change. Through his fine qualities of efficient leadership and an in- terested understanding of young people, Reading High School will continue to maintain the high standard of scholarship and record of achievement that has distinguished it in the past. MISS FLORENCE G. NICHOLS Miss Nichols, our friendly Assistant Principal and Dean of Girls, through her invaluable guidance and amiable manner has won the respect of every student in RHS. Her efficient direction of the senior gradua- tion program each year and her personal interest in the social and academic development of each mem- ber of the student body show that Miss Nichols has a constant desire to maintain the high standards of Reading High School. ' 1 ' w 'X .f+iwjfvV2Y M555 4, 7 intl

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114,11 Lett to right: Elizabeth A. Batchelcler, Svea W. Kling, chairman, William F. lorden, Doris l. Kelly. COMMERCIAL The Commercial Department provides an extensive cur- riculum for the student preparing to enter an occupational or secretarial school or ioin the immense realm of business immediately after graduation. The basic commercial pro- gram includes courses in stenography, typing, bookkeep- ing, and general business. In addition to these, there is a course designed to acquaint a student more thoroughly with the intricacies of modern business machines. These new machines cover a wide range in the Commercial De- partment, which prides itself on its excellent equipment. Each year many students take and pass the National Business Entrance Test, an examination which indicates a person has met the minimum standards set by the business world itself. By working in the office and serving as secre- taries to various members of the faculty, commercial stu- dents not only gain practical experience, but they serve the school at the same time. Timing practice in typing. 1 1 .ww ,Q '--