Southwestern High School - Prospector Yearbook (Detroit, MI)

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Counselors Mr. Walter Mrs. Margaret Dierkes Miller The counselors at Southwestern have been understanding and just. The students feel free to discuss their problems with them, because they know that their confidences will be respected. Our four counselors have been selected for their ability to assist students in choosing their courses, for their knowledge of the difficulties of young people, and for their skill in helping to solve such problems. Our students are indeed fortunate to have such fine people in charge of their guidance. Mr. Norton Miss Grace Phillips Weston

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Administration... One of the most popular men at Southwestern is the principal, Mr. Walter Draper. On coming here from Southeastern, he immediately became acquainted with the students and interested in their activities and projects. As principal, he has set an excellent example of school spirit for all Southwestern students to follow. Mr. Draper is always a spectator at the sports events to show the team that the man at the top has a sincere interest in its attainment. Mr. Draper has been a faculty member in several Detroit high schools and has been an in- spiration to teachers and students wherever he has been. His interest in community projects has made him popular with everyone in the southwest sec- tion of the city. Walter L. Draper PRINCIPAL As assistant principal of Southwestern for 28 years, Miss Spencer is especially known for her competent, wise, and friendly guidance. Miss Spencer came here when Nordstrum High School opened in 1916, serving as English teacher and grade principal. In a quiet, friendly way she always has time to give her personal and interested attention to all who seek her advice. Always calm and poised, she has made herself a well-loved figure and fine example of American woman- hood. Bernice Spencer ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

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Dedication Mr. Vincent McLellan We, the members of the January 1952 gradu- ating class, dedicate this issue of the Pictorial to Miss Estelle Gurgul and Mr. Vincent McLellan. These two teachers have always shown a deep interest in the students who attend their classes. They have a sympathetic ear for the troubles of the students here at Southwestern. Miss Gurgul graduated from Wayne University with a Bachelor and a Master of Arts degree. Be- fore coming to Southwestern, she taught at Wilson and Tappan Schools. In addition to teaching her shorthand and type classes, she is the assistant chairman of the Charity Drive Committee here and sponsor of the Rapid Writers' Club. Miss Gurgul has been sponsor of our class for three years and has helped in every way that she could to further the interests of our class. Mr. McLellan, Southwestern alumnus, gradu- ated from the University of Detroit with a Bachelor of Law Degree. He received his Bachelor and his Master of Arts degree in education from Wayne University. For six years before coming to South- western, he taught at Mackenzie High School. Mr. McLellan has done much to encourage us in our class projects. As an indication of our appreciation we are very happy that we may dedicate this book to Miss Gurgul and Mr. McLellan. May they continue to help future classes as they have helped ours.