Smithfield High School - Shield Yearbook (Smithfield, NC)

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It would be impossible for a school the size of Smithfield High to run smoothly without the aid of a highly skilled and dedicated administrative staff. Smithfield is fortunate to have a highly competent principal, Mr. Bruce F. Sloan. Our two amiable secretaries stand always ready to help a student in distress. Mr. John W. Floyd , the Assistant Principal , aids Mr. Sloan and keeps track of the students. MR. BRUCE F. SLOAN Principal MR. JOHN W. FLOYD Assistant Principal MRS. C. W. TARLTON and MRS. W. H. BARNES Our Smiling Secretaries

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STIR uk r WESTERING VRGi t JU in E VG1ISH 1 ii iii ai ' i ; I iiVI ' Mrs. Prince lectures on GREAT EXPECTATIONS. 5 Mrs. Johnson helps Debbie Jernigan with a tough assignment. in Action Each year the English department tries to instill in every high school student not only the mechanics of our language but also an understanding of our great heritage. Freshmen and sophomores are introduced to the rules and skills of correct punctua- tion and spelling. Juniors study the great authors of America and their contributions to our heritage. Seniors begin writing in earnest as preparation for college study. They study the great authors and play- wrights, both contemporary and ancient, in an attempt to learn as much about the literary world as possible. Smithfield High School also offers speech classes under the direction of Mrs. Kay Wilkins. These stu- dents delve into the world of public speak- ing and debate. We are fortunate to be equipped with such an outstanding English department. Will somebody PLEASE wash my boards? 27