Rocky Mount High School - Hi Noc Ar Yearbook (Rocky Mount, NC)

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The Superintendent's oilicc staff are: Mrs. Yvonne P. Edwards, Mrs. Phylis M. iVeldon, Gwen sloyner, .Io Ann Hill, Mrs. Linda Ai-uisiroiig, and Mrs. Frances Speighl, seated. The chief aim of the Rocky Mount Board olf Education is to provide the highest type of academic program under the leadership ol' the most qualified instructors in the most attractive and comfortable surroundings pos- sible. To that end the members give of their time and energy in countless hours of dis- cussion belore decisions relating to any given situation are made. The Superintendent's office is the nerve center of the entire Rocky Mount City School System. Here the challenges relating to the welfare of 7,400 students and 322 teachers are met. The loyal and ellicient ser- vice of these ladies is another reason for justi- hed pride in our school program. The School Board members are: standing, Mr. Page Keel, Mr. Don XVilhalf, Dr. WV. O. Fields, Dr. Harry Fish, Mr. julian Fenner, Mr. Vililliarn O. Wfarner, Mr. Alex Biggs, Mr. Joe Nelson, and Mr. E. YV. Pegranig seated, Mr. D. S. johnson, Mrs. W. P. Greathouse, Mr. Guy Barnes, and Mrs. Edmund Gravely. Mr. E. XV. Pegram, Jr., Azlnziriistraiizfc Assistant i4 Mr. Pegram, as Administrative Assistant, constantly provides for the smooth operation of the physical aspects of our school life. In this capacity, he supervises the maintenance ol' the buildings and grounds, proper opera- tion of the cafeterias, and the janitorial service.

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The Rocky Mount City School System is greatly enriched by the leadership of Mr. D. S. Johnson. As superintendent, Mr. Johnson posses- ses the qualities of a devoted administrator who has his Work very much at heart. Rocky Mount has a fine reputation among the schools ol' the state and nation as a result of his efforts as well as those of his administrative stall and the school board. A real friend of young people, Mr. Johnson has devoted his whole life to them. Mr. Hoy Cobb now serves in the double ca- pacity of assistant principal at Senior High and coordinator of the audio visual center for the school system. As assistant to Mr. Edson, Mr. Cobb aids in such administrative duties as: guid- ance, discipline, attendance, and routine reports. Providing a central hlm library and visual aid program are his two main responsibilities as coordinator. Mr. Hoy Jefferson Cobb, Jr., Assistant Principal -Ml . i . 1? . S:-s .....4....4l, ,-s ..Ln..L....., Mr. D. S. johnson, Szrperirztcmlcrzt Preparation, training, and experience are the traits which qualify Dr. Fields to render outstand- ing service in the field of school administration. Hisiduties include heading the curriculum and supervision program. coordinating the National Defense lor Education Act, directing personnel. and substituting lor Mr. Johnson in his absence. Dr, XV. O. Fields, -Ir., f1SSf5l'IllIl' S1zpcri11tc11tI1'11t

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Mrs. Bessie Carr Secretary and Registrar It has been said that without Mrs. Carr in the Main Oflice, nothing in Senior High could func- tion as it should. This is probably true. Mrs. Carr's duties are those of a secretary, bookkeeper, lile clerk, and registrar. Her wonderful person- ality, sense of humor, lively spirit, and love for her Work make her a friend and inspiration to us all. Miss Kate Parks Kitchin fillfliflllfl' fr'UIHISC'IUli Miss Kate Parks Kitchin's official title is Guid- ance Counselor, and in this capacity she comes into contact with every student at Senior High. It is through her patience, understanding, and helpful suggestions that many students come to know themselves better and are better prepared for life after high school. Members oi' her senior English class find the experience invaluable. The office assistants are Harriet Parker, Linda Melton, Margarette Allord, Faye Robbins, Pat Hasty, Marge Powell. Josephine Vann, jackie XVilliams, Emily Sellers, Margaret Dudley, Susan Strandberg, Barbara Stussie, Brenda Griffin, and Linda jordan. The fourteen ollice assistants serve our school in many ways. These girls aid Mr. Edson and Mrs. Carr by typing, answering the telephone, taking messages, running errands, checking stu- dents in and out of school, and performing varied other tasks. The job of the guidance assistants is to aid Miss Kitchin, the Student Organization, and the student body in any way possible. At least one of these girls is in the Guidance Center during each period to assist anyone who comes to the center. ., fwvvws' ff tx 'xp ,. Hr va maya x - g., ,xml is , , K , if w r A , .ff ,,:,.1r ' 'b any 1 ,, .,, - J ,, ,V f 4 ft 46 1. The guidance assistants standing are: Linda Stallings, Lynne Evans, -Ienny Hammond, Johann Vaughan, and Tempie Shearin. Seated is Lona Batten. V5