Valley Forge High School - Archive Yearbook (Parma Heights, OH)

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STUDENTS PLAN VVITH COUNSELORS' ADVICE In executing his duties, Mr. David Laurenzi often found himself giving counsel to teachers, parents, and students in order to maintain a favorable attitude among everyone. In addition to assisting Mr. Smith to carry out the policies of the administration, the assistant principal was kept busy dealing with the discipline of students and supervising the attendance office. Mr. David Laurenzi Assistant Principal Mr. Richard Budris Mr. Raylnond George Miss Carolyn Hauser Chairman The counseling staff, headed by Mr. Raymond George, helped students to plan their programs. Counselors also supplied information about future vocations and colleges and were available to aid students with personal problems. Mrs. Eleanor Major Mr. Harry Wilcoxon 14

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SET AND ACHIEVED BY THE ADMINISTRATION Get Mr. Smith's permission, is a familiar statement at'Valley Forge, for Mr. David M. Smith must co-ordinate all major school activities. His aim is to provide Valley Forge students with academic, social, and athletic programs which serve to promote the customs, traditions, and high standards that are characteristic of a superior high school. After being graduated from Ohio State University with a Master of Arts degree, Mr. Smith first taught physics and chemistry at Parma Senior High School. He later became a guidance counselor at Parma Senior High, and assistant principal at Pleasant Valley Q Junior High. In 1959 Mr. Smith was appointed principal of Hillside Junior High School. He served in this capacity until 1961, when he came to Valley Forge High School. Under his guidance, the students of Valley Forge have seen it developed from an unfinished building in 1961 to the modern, well-ordered high school it is today. Mr. David M. Smith Principal Giving instructions to his secretary, Mrs. Hoelter, is part of Mr. Smith s busy day. 13

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MUs1c A D ART no CULTURE T0 Mr. Bernard Specht Chairman Students in the art department gained valuable artistic skills as they became more adept at using their abilities and the modern facilities available in the art department. Using their knowledge of painting, per- spectiveu sculpture, sign painting, and mosaic construc- tion, art students created posters announcing school activities. Outstanding student art was displayed in the foyer opposite the auditorium as well as at the Parmatown Art Show, which was held during the spring. Mr. Bernard Specht served as chairman of the art department. .lim Thompson begins his mosaic for Art IV by cutting tile. Sue Ratzloff demonstrates her ability in musical arts. Developing student appreciation of music and helping pupils acquire techniques and skills for effective musical expression were the main objectives of the music department, headed by Mr. John Elliott. New this year were voice classes. In addition to the seven major concerts, the music groups completed a successful fruit cake sale and highlighted the year by attending the departmental formal dance held in February. l Mr. Robert Cowden Mr. John Elliott Mr. David Petrella Chairman 1 5 l