Technical High School - Tech Tiger Yearbook (Springfield, MA)

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Mr. Jackson Equally competent in leadership, we find Mr. Belding F. Jackson in the role of assistant principal. His program, which is greatly diversified, includes such items as produc- tion of the “Tantrums” and management of the traffic officers. A newcomer to Tech last year, Mr. Jackson has already demonstrated his ability to meet all situations. Now he has become an important cog in the functions of Tech. One never ceases to wonder at his clever wit and spark- ling enthusiasm. Much of the success of “Tech Tantrums” can be attributed to Mr. Jackson, for his unceasing energy pro- vided the stimulus in the production of them. He speri a great deal of time and effort in preparing the show, but his labor was fully rewarded when the curtain fell after a perfect performance before an appreciative audience. Supplementary to his many duties Mr. Jackson also finds time for journalism. His newspaper articles give every evidence of his talent for writing, while his poetry possesses an excellent quality of artistry. In fact, many of his poems have been published. Mr. Jackson has contributed greatly to making Tech a better place for all. Dr. Gans Tech has every reason to be proud of its fine principal, Dr. Leo Gans. He has proven himself capable of filling his difficult office with excellent ability. Well liked by all, Dr. Gans has given Tech a sunny atmosphere with his friendly disposition and winning smile. Not only has he brought sunshine to Tech, but he has also shown fair judgment when problems have arisen. It is a well known fact that our principal has carried his responsibilities daily. Dr. Gans has a talent for playing the piano which both students and faculty have had the pleasure of hearing at assemblies. Aptitude plus seems to be his watchword, for he is also skilled in the art of organ playing. His tremendous school spirit and interest in sports are apparent at Tech’s basketball and football games when Dr. Gans can be seen among the students. He also contributes his bit of cheering, which is significant as it shows his en- thusiasm for Tech. Thus you see we have a rare combination of a friend, instructor, Leo Gans. and disciplinarian in our principal, Dr.

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bg neem Z Gbiiaccizes Dorothy Angers Dr. Gans, Belding Jackson GERICE New to Tech’s office staff this year are Mrs. Angers, who serves Dr. Gans in the capacity of secretary, Mrs. LaBarre and Mrs. Marilyn Foy, both of whom were secretaries before joining the ranks of Techites. Naturally they all LOVE Tech. (They have to say that!) Miss Stella Gilwech came to us from the central office a year ago. Mrs. La Barre is the one who makes up the bulletins, those lovely things that offer a few min- utes’ rest in second period algebra while the notices are read. Keeping the register, a record of all absences and tardinesses, is also one of her duties. When you finally get the new paint brushes for your free hand drawing class, it’s probably due to the efforts of Mrs. Foy who has (here’s a good one for your vocabulary!) charge of requisitions, filling out both teachers’ and janitors’ orders for the entire school. Our standby from last year, Miss Gilwech, makes up the payroll to submit to the central office, besides making stencils for Mr. Crab- tree’s Christmas Songs, and keeping an accurate membership record of Tech, which includes deter- mining the cost of one pupil for one year, about $350. (Didn’t know you were so expensive, did you?) By the way, this plea comes from the office. Please don’t change your program; it makes too much work. As for hobbies, Miss Gilwech enjoys crochet- ing and sewing; Mrs. Angers, crocheting; Mrs. Foy, sewing, swimming, and roller skating; and our “highbrow,” Mrs. La Barre, besides playing the piano, listens avidly to opera. Miss Gilwech used to be an enthusiastic ice skater till she broke her wrist two years ago.