Southwest High School - Dragonniere Yearbook (San Antonio, TX)

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ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT and DIRECTOR OF PERSONNEL Serving Southwest Independent School District for the third consecutive year, Mr. Clayborn C. Norris has effectively applied his experience and workable knowledge for the betterment of students and faculty alike. He has rendered contributions and services beyond his official capacity. Working in close relationship with personnel of the school district and meeting the various needs which arise in curriculum and educational programs, Mr. Norris has illustrated his dependability, efficiency and ability to succeed. Tact and patience have won Mr. Norris the respect of the student body and fellow administrators. Having received his formal education from Texas A. 8: l. University, he has combined knowledge with experience, making him a noteworthy administrator. MR. CLAYBORN C. NORRIS V i- -Q

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lf ff i f -u- f-.1 ,.' . .1 4 2 vials' I Q ,LQ 1, ,, . T 2' t x 53' qs? age lggiiiig 21255332 .i fsii!,1H, ?Q, hlgevrsiigz arise ghiargiwlis xigfdiill Serving his final, yet power-packed year, as Superintendent of the Southwest Independent School District, it is, indeed, imperative that Mr. Cernosek be credited for the intense growth and innovation of the school system as it is today. Such improvement and effective management are attributed to his vast experience in the educational field as teacher, principal and superintendent. Mr. Cernusek entered the teaching profession in 1928. He served as Superintendent at Moulton, Texas in 1938. Prior to his arrival i.n the Southwest District, in 1963, Mr. Cernosek headed Mercedes High School as Superintendent. Due to his techniques in the administrative realm, funds from two bond issues and several grants made possible the construction of thirteen classrooms, a library and administrative offices in Southwest Elementa- ry l. Eleven classrooms, a library, cafetorium, and administrative offices were established in Elemen- tary ll. On the high school campus, expansion was most evident. A football stadium was erected on the west side of the campus. Four class buildings, 24 SUPERlNTENDENTfMR. STANLEY F. CERNOSEK including urgently needed science and commercial facilities, sprung up. Also, a recent addition has been the FFA greenhouse for horticultural instruction. Establishment of a new junior high school, consisting of twenty-three classrooms, a library, cafeteria, gymnasium, and administrative offices, was the result of thorough planning and diligent work of both the Board of Trustees and Mr.Cernosek. Not only has the district undergone material improvement, but it has reached a higher standard of education. Measures have been taken to develop a curriculum guide for the instruction of students from the first through the twelfth gradesg this will allow a continuity ofthe learning process in each field of instruction. Mr. Cernosek has helped improve the school structure whose student population has grown from 1,150 students in 1963 to 2,744 i.n 1969. His personable approach, accompanied by a unique friendliness, has made him a well-liked administra- tor, honored by students and school personnel for six years of valuable service for Southwest District.

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., S . 1 me: mr af rustces sa d ,.-. Seated in the Administration Board room are the following members, L to R: Mr. A. V. Thurman, Mr. S. F. Cernosek, Superintendent, Mr. j. W. Watts, Jr., R. C. Aldridge, Jr., President of the Board, Mr. Floyd Jackel, Mr. Henry Krueger, Jr., Mr. Edwin W. Ripps, and Mr. Nick Constanzo. Expansion and progress definitely set the tone for the 1968-1969 school year. Acting as the impetus, the Board of Trustees has exemplified unyielding dedication to the responsibilities of maintaining a modern school system. The construction and establishment of a new Junior High School gives evidence to the rapid growth and modernization of Southwest Independent School District. Each member is elected by the citizens of this area.. They assume a wide scope of problems pertaining to home and school relationship, accelerated study schedules, and selection of construction projects and their locations. The Board also directs the various schools in the Southwest District concerning school policy. Through long-range planning and concerted devo- tion to Southwest, the Board of Trustees has made great strides in innovations on the campus and the policies which govem the student body.