Shawnee Mission East High School - Hauberk Yearbook (Prairie Village, KS)

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OFFICE LADIES-Mrs. Rose Piper, Mrs. Peggy Lammers, Mrs. Paulene Lindenmood, Mrs. Ella Louise Walter, Mrs. Norma Jorgensen, Mrs. Elizabeth Parks. Office Funnels Business Downpour Handling the paperwork for a school of over 2400 students and faculty members neces- sitated indefatigable office workers. The wo- men who undertook these tasks played a ma- jor role in the smooth functioning of Shaw- nee Mission East. Employing efficient office techniques, they provided a workable system for carrying out the school's business. While secretaries handled all transactions, the nurse attended to health problems and medical records. Stenographers, bookkeepers and typists performed their duties to keep all school parts balanced and running effectively. Keeping massive files, sending re- plies to mail, and taking charge of the treasury were among their many responsibilities. Aided by a staff of student workers, they also record- ed absences, issued passes, and served students at the counter. Acting in these many capacities, office personnel assisted the administration. Mrs. Paula Laverentz checks her nursc's schedule to determine ex- cuses, students' phone numbers, and their possibility of correlation

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Miss Gene Criley, Counselor Mr. Richard Fisher, Counselor Mrs. Vinita Stevens, Counselor 2' Z M f':? .J Y 7 ..t,,,f,,1 1 1 .iw-g we Counselors Assist In Future Planning Accepting the challenge of counseling high school youth, Miss Gene Criley, Mr. Richard Fisher, Mr. Philip Larson, and Mrs. Vinita Stevens were well prepared to serve all students. Organizing the schedule of courses and adjusting students' programs were major tasks. After conducting standarized tests, the coun- selors received, distributed, and helped inter- pret scores for students who planned for the future by seeking the colleges right for them. Personal discussions with the counselors were supplemented by college catalogues and year- books, always available in the offices. Coun- selors helped complete college applications by forwarding individual transcripts and supplying personal recommendations. Mr. Philip Larson, Counselor

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W,- Gene Reed, head custodian, includes dusting off empty soft drink bottles among his responsibilities. Serving a Menu Every machine has specialized parts that are necessary for efficient action, and Shawnee Mission was no exception. Acting as these essential parts, custodians were present whenever they were needed. Sweeping up campaign posters, supplying chalk, and fixing squeaky windows, this able- bodied ensemble of men, headed by Mr. Gene Reed, comprised a major part of the auxiliary faculty of the school. The cafeteria staff of thirty-three chefs, led by Mrs. Marietta jack, prepared both salads and heavy luncheons for five shifts of hungry students. Lighter fare was distributed at the snack bar. These culinary experts provided tasty meals while fulfilling nutritional require- ments. CUSTODIANS-FMU! Row: Glenn Gritter, Robert Salmons. Second Row: O. Flesher, jim Thorton, Gene Reed. Back Row: Dave Maxwell, Ike Shapiro, Leon Dennis, Ray Oakerson.