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

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moO—-nmnOQO Left to Right — standing — Mrs. Angers, Mrs. Norris. Seated — Miss King, Miss Gilwich. In their newly remodeled office, Miss Gilwech, Miss King, Mrs. Norris, and Mrs. Angers are the capable and experienced assistants who keep the office running smoothly. Miss King, a graduate of Commerce High last year, is looking forward to many more years at Tech. Mrs. Norris and Mrs. Angers have completed two and eight enjoyable years, respectively, while Miss Gilwech has finished a successful fifth year. Mrs. Angers and Mrs. Norris efficiently assist Mr. Gifford and Mr. Jack- son. Each office worker handles her job with great proficiency. We are fortunate to have a guidance staff as qualified as that composed of Mr. Lynch, director, Mr. McMahon, Mr. Reid, Miss Whittemore, and Dr. Theinert. They all have well-rounded backgrounds in their field of work; Mr. Lynch, Miss Whittemore, and Dr. Theinert have guided other classes in the past and are continuing their fine work this year. Mr. Reid and Mr. McMahon, new to the department this year, have had much experience in dealing with students. Both have their Masters Degrees and have taught science before accepting their new assignments. Left to Right — Dr. Theinert, Miss Whittemore, Mr. McMahon, Mr. Reid, Robert Montovani. Av0U—-DADNDMN nnmamiaAa—-xwas

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Mr. Donald G. Gifford Well known for his enthusiasm for Tech, Mr. Donald G. Gifford has done much to raise the standard of the school, always basing his ideas on “‘what would make Tech not only better, but more efficient.” An active member of all Tech projects, Mr. Gifford has supported all school activities with his famous foot- ball-winning plaid tie, which has proven itself a good- luck charm. Under his direction, all administrative details have gone off to perfection. Apart from his executive duties, Mr. Gifford finds time to indulge in his favorite hobby, fishing. AZ7rProui%dnhn—-nNnN 2) os) (eal (OV (S19) 10) 7) ins, revin a (QS, LON Mb, - mee, Assistant principal of Technical High School, Belding F. Jackson can always be seen rushing about, either in pursuit of some unlucky truant, or to an important con- ference. When Tantrums time rolled around, ‘“‘Bob” Jackson aided us in producing a top-notch school show. The Student Patrol is another responsibility which is ably headed by Mr. Jackson. Besides collaborating with Mr. Jackson, assistant principal Mr. Melvin A. Lynch has various administra- tive and disciplinary duties of his own. Also very active in the Naval Reserve, ‘‘Mel’? Lynch holds the rank of Lieutenant Commander. Left to Right, Mr. Belding F. Jackson and Mr. Melvin A. Lynch.

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Left to right, Mrs. Sambor, Mr. Gifford, Miss Martin, Miss Barton, Mr. O’Keefe, Mr. Ziemba, Mrs. Whately, Mr. ‘Trespas. New Teachers Last fall, Tech welcomed to its staff nine new teachers: six in the Science Department; two in the Home Economics Department; and one in Mechanical Drawing. Among the new additions to the Science Department is Miss Anne Martin, a chemistry teacher. She is the first regular woman chemistry teacher in many years at Tech. Another chemistry teacher is Mr. Henry Trespas, who came to us from the High School of Commerce. Mr. John O’Keefe teaches chemistry and biology. He received degrees at St. Anselm College. There are two new physics teachers this year. The first one is Mr. Steven Ziemba, who taught at Trade High School before coming to Tech. The second physics teacher and the fifth addition to the Science Department is Mr. John Shea, a resident of Springfield. Besides his regular duties, which are teaching physics and physiology Mr. Shea assists in coaching football, hockey, and track. Miss Nancy Barton, who is another native of Spring- field, is an instructor in biology and hygiene. There are two new additions to the Home Economics Department: Mrs. Betty Sambor and Mrs. Anne Whatley. Mrs. Whately comes from teaching at Hartland Academy, Maine. Next door, in Room 319, Mrs. Betty Sambor is also a clothing teacher. She is our most distant newcomer, coming from Meredosia, Illinois.