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Principal ' s Message Now that I have eventually reached my graduation year, I deem it an extra-special privilege to address a few remarks to the other members of the class of ' 61. To go away back, I may observe that I came to Vic about the same time you young people came into this world. Even though that is eighteen years ago, I can still recall the thrill I experienced when I was notified by the School Board to report to Victoria High in September to teach chemistry. Needless to say, I was filled with an awe approaching fear at the prospect of coming here. During the first few years I had all of the chemistry myself; but as the department grew, I was joined by Mr. W. R. Stewart, now principal of one of our main feeder schools, Spruce Avenue. I was never happier than when roaming back and forth behind that long, black demon¬ stration bench in the chemistry room—the room located upstairs in the south-east corner of the Red Building which was the original Vic . The chemistry students and I were happy in our work; but not always so were Mr. D. L. Shortliffe and his algebra students in Room 5 directly below us. Since our water pipes were old and leaky and the ceiling of Room 5 was everything but water¬ proof, the hapless victims in the algebra classes were periodically showered when we performed a laboratory experiment over their heads. I often wish that I had kept some of the notes I received from Mr. Shortliffe during these chemistry monsoons . I like to look back over these past years and recall the names of former Vic students who have made headlines for themselves in various worthwhile fields of endeavour. I could make quite a list of such noted personages; but since most of you did not know them as students, I shall not mention their names here. I shall be content to bask in the sunshine of their glory , a reward which any dedicated teacher prizes most highly. And now, a word of advice, since this is the last chance I shall have, as the chief of this great school, to share a few words of wisdom with a group of young people who, this summer, will be leaving school and embarking on some course which we hope will lead to a happy and rewarding future. Whatever you choose to make your life work, put your whole heart and soul into it, and think more of the satisfaction you will experience from a job well done than from the material gain you will acquire. All that you do, Do with your might. Things done by halves are never done right. The following little poem written in words more apt than I can muster, is well worth read¬ ing carefully—and digesting: Somebody did a golden deed; Somebody proved a friend in need; Somebody sang a beautiful song; Somebody smiled the whole day long; Somebody thought, Tis sweet to live 1 ; Somebody said, ' I ' m glad to give ' ; Somebody fought a valiant fight; Somebody lived to shield the right; WAS THAT SOMEBODY YOU? May God bless each and every one of you; and may it be said of you as it was of Sir Christopher Wren, the architect of St. Paul ' s Cathedral: If you require a monument, look around 11 you. 5
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INDIAN DAYS PEP RALLY THE CHIEF Among the activities which help to build up that intangible which we call School Spirit are Pep Rallies. One of the outstanding Rallies of the year took place on February 17th. Its purpose was to focus attention on the basket¬ ball season, which was then at its height, and it also gave an op¬ portunity to pay a tribute to our principal, Mr. McFarland. Our Redmaiden Cheerleaders went to a great deal of effort to obtain suitable Indian costumes and plan routines. They played a very essential role in providing background and color. Mr. De¬ Marco, our talented musical director, on very short notice assem¬ bled a group of student musicians to form a Pep Band. The highlight came when Mr. Ross, acting as Master of Cere¬ monies, addressed Mr. McFarland with these words: Mr. McFarland: For the past many seasons you have guided our tribe with great wisdom and foresight. You have been a warrior of great courage. At all times you have shown great sympathy and under¬ standing for our youths and maidens. You have done ail in your power to make this the greatest tribe in all the land. It is fitting that you should be made CHIEF! At this point, the Redmaidens placed the headdress of a chief on his head and Mr. McFarland became chief Wise Eagle . At that moment Chief Wise Eagle was given a prolonged and affectionate ovation by the assembled tribesmen. Happy hunting to all Redmen! Mr. Harold A. McFarland Mr. McFarland came to Edmonton from Big Valley, Alberta, where he had been principal of the school for several years. Included in his references to us was an inspector’s report which contained the following com¬ ment: the satisfactory tone of the school. The spirit is all that one could ask or desire. It is a pleasing com¬ bination of deference, courtesy and camaraderie. The pupils and staffs of Westmount, King Edward, old Tech , old Vic and the new Victoria Composite High School have all been inspired and influenced by his friendly and considerate manner. The citizens of Edmonton are deeply indebted to Mr. McFarland for thirty-three years of outstanding teaching service. In 1943 he joined the staff of Victoria High School as a successful chemistry teacher. Later he was pro¬ moted to the position of assistant principal to Mr. Hicks and at the same time became one of our first high school counsellors. To make certain that he would not be idle, he also was given the principalship of the Night School. In all these positions of responsibility he showed outstanding leadership and sound judgment. Mr. McFarland succeeded Mr. C. O. Hicks as principal. This was not an easy position to fill, as Mr. Hicks, who had been principal of old and new b Victoria High for thirty-five years, was a national figure as an educator, an administrator, and a scholar. To follow in his footsteps meant a very definite challenge that must have given Mr. McFarland many sleepless nights. His eight years as principal of one of Canada ' s most publicized Composite High Schools, however, confirmed the confidence placed in him by the Super¬ intendent and the School Board. He has by his contri¬ bution added another great figure to the history of the staff and principals of this school. As Superintendent I am very pleased, on behalf of my associates in the central office and the trustees of the Edmonton Public School Board, to express our appreciation for his many years of excellent and faith¬ ful service. May we extend to Mr. McFarland at this time our very best wishes, and to hope that the years ahead shall give him health and leisure, not only to reflect on his successful past, but to enjoy to the fullest, the years that lie before him. W. P. WAGNER, Superintendent of Schools
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