Walter Hines Page High School - Buccaneer Yearbook (Greensboro, NC)

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Capable direction made year productive At sophomore orientation, Mr. Newton urges the newest Page students to determine their goals early, then follow their chosen direction. For any school to succeed in its endeavors, there must be that guiding force of students who accept the responsibilities of leadership to carry the school forward. In every group there must be someone to give the directions and someone to follow them. These leaders provided the basis for the improvement and expansion of the boundaries of Page. As the new year took its form, there was a “changeover” in the officers who direct the student body as well as the senior, junior, and sophomore classes. They continued many of the long- range improvements of problems and found something new to strive for. Thus, these students formed a basis from which other groups took their origin. As the school served to direct these individuals toward finding their goals in life and improving Page, so these students worked to guide the student body. David Gipson, Frank Merritt, and Franklin Spence seriously consider a point under discussion at an executive council meeting. At an assembly designed to evaluate first semester activities, David Rockwell reminds Page students of the many privileges which they enjoy. 7

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In the fall, students talk outside while they wait to begin their first school day. Beginning of year marked by new leadership Fran Wilkinson presents her ribbon to new marshal Angela Hoffler in a symbolic ex¬ change of duties. In taking the oath of office from Sterling Phillips, Franklin Spence also accepts the responsi¬ bility of leading Page to greater heights. 6

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r Through membership in various organizations, From their work, newspaper staff members Elizabeth Cameron, Phyllis Brown, and Bobbie Cahill gain knowledge, experience, and the satisfaction which comes with a job well done. Through participation in the many activities of various organizations, stu¬ dents were able to pursue their choice of direction. Most students chose at least one specialized area in which to join. In the many directive fields offered at Page, individuals recognized the value of active participation in ac¬ tivities and of becoming a part of things. Within the well-rounded sc ope of activities, students furthered their interests and talents by service, follow¬ ing academic interests in clubs, im¬ proving musical talents and acting abilities, and received recognition for their achievements in these areas through honorary societies. Through these activities, students gained knowledge by excelling in their work, enjoyed fellowship in the friend¬ ly association of classmates, learned to work with people, and developed a sincere concern for helping other people. As they experienced their suc¬ cesses and failures together, students learned to share and accept life. Page band members are rewarded for a year of hard work by a summer trip to New York and a chance to perform at the World’s Fair. 8