Sandy Township High School - Flambeau Yearbook (Du Bois, PA)

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Jacu MRS. JANE G. BROWNE (“Wise to resolve, patient to perform.”—Roydon) As long as we have been in high school, Mrs. Browne has been in charge of the year book. After being graduated from Bamesboro High School, she attended Swarthmore College where she earned her A.B. degree and a certificate to teach English. Spanish and History. Later she attended Pennsylvania State University to study the methods of teaching Driver Training, and since has been instructing our students in the proper approach to safety. Mrs. Browne enjoys her spare time reading history in novel form. MRS. ALMAH ANDERSON (“Reading maketh a full man.”— Young) Again we see Mrs. Anderson at Sandy, but this year she is serving in the capacity of seventh grade teacher instead of eighth. Her preparation for the teaching profession was acquired at Mahaffey High School and Indiana State Teachers College. Mrs. Anderson has been very cooperative during her short stay at Sandy and we appreciate it very much. Her time at home is spent with her sons, but she, too, likes to read and especially enjoys traveling. MR. MATHEW BRUCE. JR. ( What we have to learn to do we learn by doing. —Aristotle) Three cheers for Mr. Bruce, who is our very capable JayVee Trainee, and has lead them to victors' tor two years. Not only does he coach but is the play director for the Junior Class play. He received his training to teach Biology, Trigonometry and Physics by attending Indiana State Teachers College and Pennsylvania State University. Among his many interests are building furniture and rending about and wa cliing professional sports. MISS DOROTHY BLACK (“Honest labor bears a lovely face.” —Dekker) Miss Black is a new teacher in our midst. She had considerable experience before taking over one of the seventh grade groups. She is from DuBois, but graduated from Marion Center High School, and Indiana University. Inter earning her B.S. degree from University of Pittsburgh. Miss Black began her teaching career in East Mahoning Township, Indiana County, continuing in the Westmont Junior High School in Johnstown, where she has had most of her experience. At Sandy she has become very popular with everyone, and we wish her utmost success. MR. LAWRENCE FERGUSON (“Many small make a great.”— Heywood) A new friend to arrive within our portals this year was Mr. Ferguson, a graduate of Brookville High School and Clarion State Teachers College. Before coming to Sandy, he did his student teaching in Clarion Junior High School. This past year, the Juniors grew to know Mr. Ferguson quite well in Chemistry' class, as the Freshmen did in General Science. Other than his teaching, Mr. Ferguson enjoys thoroughly hunting and fidiing, not to mention his keen interest in sports. MR. STEPHEN BLACK (“To love the game al ove the prize.” —Newbolt) The coach is always a well known figure around school, but our coach is particularly well known and well liked by everyone who comes in contact with him. He graduated from Heynoldsville High School before he attended Pennsylvania State University. His teaching subjects include Civics, Pennsylvania History and History II. Mr. Black, as well, coaches our Varsity Basketball team, and advises the Athletic Council. Other than school work Mr. Black is interested in sports and traveling. MISS FRANCES JEAN GANLEY (“What say you to such a supper.” —Bryon) The pleasant aroma from the Home economics mom reminds us of a very pleasant person in the form of Miss Ganley, who takes not only many girls of the F.H.A. but boys through the happy steps of 1 eing a good chef. After graduating from Indiana High School she found her way to Indiana State Teachers College, where she graduated with a B. S. degree. Not only does she cook, but has proved herself an excellent and efficient coach of the cheerleaders. Her principal entertainment when away from school duties nre dancing, rending and sewing. 8

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m, W. 2 . UL„ “Hail to the chief who in triumph advances.” — Scott We are very proud of Mr. Weaver, who has given us help and guidance during our school career at Sandy. We are aware of the fine job he has done as superintendent of our schools. Mr. Weaver was graduated from Mahaffey High School, and later obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from Grove City College, and a Master of Education degree from Pennsylvania State University. We will always remember his friendship and generosity. nu mu ji l. “Above our life we love a steadfast friend ” — Marlowe Mrs. Hafner, secretary to Mr. Weaver, is known by all for her sincere friendliness and cordial smile that acknowledges her loyalty to the school and the entire student hotly. She performs her duties efficiently and still has time to lend a helping hand when it is needed. The Class of ’57 wish to thank her for all her untiring aid. r. arncjei “Thou wert my guide, philosopher, and friend.”—Pope Although Mr. Harriger has only been with us for three years, his loyal friendship has been felt by the entire student body. He has helped us to think things out, to think of our fellow students, to work together, to grow. He has added polish to our curriculum, and we thank him for it. Mr. Harriger was graduated from Falls Creek High School, while his college work was taken at St. Bonaventure, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree. After receiving his B. S. he attended Pennsylvania State University to be awarded a Master of Education Degree. The Class of ’57 wishes him “good luck.” 7

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LOUISE M. MR. DEVERE PERRY KOVACH (“The best in this kind.” — Shakespeare) Miss Kovach, our Commercial Department Head, has done a splendid job of preparing our business girls for their careers. She is a graduate of Curwensville High School. Later she received a B. S. degree from Indiana State Teachers College and a Master of Education from the University of Pittsburgh. Besides Commercial she is in charge of “The Patter” our school paper, Central Treasury and The Newspaper Club. Her interests otherwise are swimming and television. (“The mildest manner, the gentlest heart.” — Pope) Mr. Perry has just finished his third year of teaching at Sandy. After being graduated from Rey-noldsvillc High School, he obtained a degree from Pennsylvania State University. Mr. Perry teaches P.O. D., Economics, Algebra II and typing. For outside activities he favors all kinds of sports, which is shown by his enthusiastic interest in basketball and intramurals. He is Faculty Manager of Athletics and has charge of intramurals. His cheery smile is a pleasure to see. MRS. CATHERINE P. KYLER (“Language is the dress of thought.”— Carvley) Mrs. Kyler was graduated from Lock Haven State Teachers College, and since coming to Sandy she has taught English in various classes as well as Latin I and II. Her wonderful attitude toward the school is expressed in her many outside activities, such as. Patter Staff advisor of the Reporters Club, Tri-Hi-Y. Newspaper Club, but mainly m the spring when her interest turns to the Move-Up Day ceremony which turns out to be much of a success due to her leadership. MRS. MAE J. PROESL (“Literature is the thought ol thinking souls.”— Carlyle) A well known person in our school is Mrs. Proesl, who after graduation from DuBois High School, attended Chatham College of Pittsburgh. She teaches English I and III as well as being librarian, this fact benefiting the whole school. This year she was in charge of the Jamboree. M r s. ProesFs hobbies are knitting, gardening and watching football. She was recently elected to Delta Kappa Gamma, an honorary Women’s Educational Society. MRS. MARIE T. MACON (“There is a fountain in your heart.” — Fealy) Mrs. Mackin, our class advisor, is a never to be forgotten person. She has played a fundamental part in our four years of high school, as she has taught us Geometrv. Chemistry, English and the senior girl’s health. As homeroom teacher she has helped us and our problems, as Student Council advisor she has aided the whole school and as advisor for our graduation she has made high school a thing never to forget with her very happy nature. She was graduated from Scott High School, and later earned her A.B. degree at Pennsylvania State University. Her particular spare time joy is rending. MR. DONALD L. SOLIDA (“As true as steel.” — Shakespeare) We hate to leave “Sol.” We will miss his guiding hand. We depended on him for four years, especially our junior year as he was not only our class advisor, but was largely responsible for our wonderful Prom. Mr. Solidn teaches Algebra I and Driver Training, besides being in charge of the Visual Aids program. He received his secondary education at Sandy High School and his professional education at Lock Haven State Teachers College. Among his spare time activities are hunting and fishing. MR. JOSEPH S. MATTHEWS, JR. (“I will wear my heart upon my sleeve.” — Shakespeare) Mr. Matthews has been with us for three years and we have been glad for his advice and good humor. He was graduated from Colestock High School and then received his teaching degree from Clarion State Teachers College. During practice for the senior play we found Mr. Matthews a great help as he has been in History, English and health. He not only helped with our play but aided Mr. Solidn during our Ereparation for the Junior Prom. [is special activity' is watching television. MRS. LILLIAN WELSCH (“Such sweet compulsion doth in music lie. — Arcades) When music is needed in or out of school our eminent maestro, Mrs. Welsch provides. She has not only charge of the high school music department, but also that of the Oklahoma Building. We are very proud of the brand of musical groups she trains. Her education was received first in the DuBois High School, and finished at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music. Her spare time must be spent searching for new music for the Christmas programs. Spring Concerts and for other important occasions. 9