Richland High School - Portal Yearbook (Johnstown, PA)

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' A Dreams Do Come True The RHS school board has provided our school district with new facilities for better educational training. They have made the building of the Rachel Hill elementary school and the Richland Junior High School possible. No, the school board did not forget about the high school. During the sum- mer they had the science and biology rooms of this building remodeled with more advanced equipment. Transportation is another problem which was solved by these seven men. Students have to be bussed from different sections of the district to the high school, junior high school, Rachel Hill, Church Grove, and Geistown elementary schools. This can prove to be a confusing situation. These factors point out that our school board members must be men who can realize and solve problems of the school district wisely, profitably, and con- structively. They are, from left to right, Mr. McDowell, member, Mr. Gilbert, member, Mr. A. Yost, vice-president, Mr. W. McQuade, president, Mr. M. Wingard, secretary, Mr. Hoffman, member, and Mr. R. Robel, treasurer. Efficiency ls His Business With the completion of the new Jun- ior High building the clerical tasks of the school system have been increased. Mr. Victor R. Zack, whose offices are located in the Church Grove building, has ca- pably assumed these added responsibili- ties. In addition, another new elemen- tary school now under construction on Rachel Hill will, upon completion, in- crease his duties even further. In a com- munity that has grown at the rate that Richland Township has, it is a job re- quiring much systematic organization to keep the school records in order. li

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Mr. Herlinger Kept Busy Mr. Fred W. Herlinger, Superintendent of the Rich- land Township Schools, is now a full f1edged member of our school district. He came to Richland last year from Townville, Pennsylvania to serve as RHS's super- vising principal. Here he is looking over the calendar for the 1961- 1962 school term. Last year, because of his late ar- rival, he was not able to aid in the formation of the school's schedule. This year, Mr. Herlinger takes pride in the fact that he contributed much to this proiect. Church Grove is the scene of Mr. Herlinger's quarters. This accounts for the reason why we at the high school and the junior high do not see him very often. This mon has taken over a very tedious task in coming to Richland. He has had to cope with over- crowded conditions and the building of two new schools. His best foot has been put forward, and he has done much for the school district and its students. We are very proud to have Mr. Herlinger as a vital director of our administration. Fred W. Herlinger: Superintendent of Schools Students and Meetings Are Problems Encountering stern reali- ties, new ideas for im- provements, and coming up with answers to the problems that arise each day are iust a few of the responsibilities of Mr. Herl- inger. Although we don't see much of him we are ever conscious of his presence. His decisions effect each one of us either directly or indirectly. Raising the school's academic stand- ards was a major advance- ment prescribed by our superintendent of schools. 10

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These Moments Are Rare Principal of Richland Township High School is the very impressive title held by Mr. Norman J. Smith, whose headquarters are in the high school building. ln a more relaxed moment Mr. Smith watches students boarding their buses for home. He can usually be found looking out for the welfare of the student body any time during the school day. To the dismay of many students, he also can be seen when least expected. Mr. Smith often sur- veys the halls and the over-all situation of the day. His alertness keeps students on their toes and uncovers any difficulties that may rise. Norman J. Smith: High School Principal Having become head of the entire student body, Mr. Smith is burdened with numerous duties and responsibili- ties. He performs them with the experi- ence and enthusiasm all efficient princi- pals possess. School standards have been improved and more club functions have been permitted. The dramatics group, which has been regained at Rich- land, is an example of this. The honor system has been introduced to the stu- dents and a more informal atmosphere prevails. Serving in this capacity for his sec- ond year, Mr. Smith has become better acquainted with the students and the faculty and the various problems and situations that arise.