Springfield High School - Capitoline Yearbook (Springfield, IL)

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lllllllllilillllllll Mr. Davis returned to Springfield High School looking rested after a years leave of absence. During the summer he had prepared a smooth- working schedule of classes. Each student and faculty member knew exactly what program he was to fol- low from the opening day of school. It soon became apparent to stu- dents as well as faculty that Mr. Davis was determined that nothing would be allowed to interfere with the important work of the class- room. Assemblies were held to a minimum, and only offered when a worthwhile program had been pre- pared. An innovation this year was the practice of having sectional faculty meetings during the instructors preparation period. This did not dis- turb classes but brought teachers together in small informal groups for discussion of vital educational policies. Mr. Davis has not only encour- aged students to do good work and continue the enviable scholastic achievements of former graduates, but also has insisted that classroom procedure be modernized to keep pace with the growing needs of the boys and girls who attend SHS. Under the capable leadership of Mr. Davis, the students of Spring- field High School can look forward to many more highly successful years. LYMAN K. DAVIS PRINCIPAL ROY A. WENTZ ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL All of the students at SHS come into contact with Mr. Wentz at some time during their high school days. Whether this contact is strictly for discipline or for friendly re- lations makes no difference to Daddy, for he can solve all prob- lems and still manage to command the respect of the student body. Mr. Wentz has been handling the job of assistant principal for a num- ber of years. During this period the school has earned a fine repu- tation for good student conduct in assemblies and on the campus. With Mr. Wentz remaining in this capacity, it is merely a formal- ity to say this fine record shall continue in the future. Nineteen