Washington Lee High School - Blue and Gray Yearbook (Arlington, VA)

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Dear Seniors: First of all I want to thank you for this space in your annual and the opportunity to write all of you a letter at one time. I hope each of you will have a feeling that this letter is addressed to you. I, as well as your parents and teachers, am proud of you. All the records including this annual, the special record of your senior year, prove that we are justified in feel- ing that you are a source of our hope in the years to follow. We believe that while you were here you learned to do by doing and you learned to live by living. As you go out from Washington-Lee you will become more seriously involved in this business of 'cliving and let live. How important this becomes to all of us who love life when we stop to realize that so much has been done in recent years to develop and construct new means of destruction. Down through the ages from clubs and sling shots to atom bombs and hydrogen bombs, men have busied themselves in finding more efficient ways to destroy. Iust as man's misuse of his knowledge has brought about this present and potential destruction, so man's right use of his knowledge will strengthen his chances of being creative. As I say farewell, I want you to know that I be- lieve that you, with the knowledge you have acquired here and the respect you have for your fellowman, are well prepared and willing to live at peace with all of our neighbors in this one world of ours. Yours sincerely, CLAUDE M. RICHNIOND l OFFICE STAFF I Mrs. Elizabeth Hall, Miss Charlene Orndorff, Mrs. Iris Dean, Mrs. Doris Orndorff, Mrs. Ruth Watkins. '19 Principal CLAUDE M. R1oHMoND Vice-Prz'ncz'paZx I-IELEN K. FINLAY, B. MCCLAIN COCHRAN In cooperation with the Guidance Depart- ment and the Principal, the Vice-Principals tried to help students in adjusting themselves to the schoolis customs. As typists, receptionists, and general office workers, the Ollice Staff performed invaluable services to the school. They kept monthly reports, took charge of permanent records, and sent out transcripts to the colleges. It was their duty to meet and direct those visit- ing the school. In the office they kept a stu- dent directory and a list of schedules by homerooms for the use of the school.

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- ,r---- fa! av, Qin tif, vi vi-f ,,1Ff, 'WT' -at C1 U in ::lJr.:E.zni f l:1X!l-ft.Nl For our superintendent of schools, VVilliam Ashby Early, the year 1949-50 is not an anniversary but his first year of service in the Arlington schools. His amazing energy, effici- ency, and general goodwill have quickly won for him a re- spected place in our community. Superintendent Early came to Arlington from a similar position in the Norfolk schools. His family name is a familiar and respected one in Virginia history. He is a grad- uate of Randolph-Macon Academy, Emory and Henry Col- lege, and Duke University. His professional leadership is recognized outside of Arlington for he is immediate past president of the National Association of County School Su- Suj1e1'1'11tendenl 01556110015 perintendents and is now president of the Virginia Educa- WVILLIAM A. EARLY tion Association. First Roux' Dr. Curtis E. Tuthill, Mrs. Edmund D. Campbell CChairrnanj, Dr. Barnardloy. Second Row: Dr. E. R. Draheim, Mr. Colin C. MacPherson. ll? THESE I-UH ut. Many of the recent improvements in our school plant and in our program reflect the keen interest and wise plan- ning of the Arlington School Board. From the anew lookw of our auditorium to the new type of diploma we re- ceive on Commencement Day, its helpful influence can be traced. The Arlington School Board has earned a reputation for hard work and sound achievement. lts present mem- bers are Mrs. Elizabeth Campbell, Cbnirmzrn, E. R. Draheim, Barnard Ioy, Colin MacPherson, and Curtis E. Tut- hill. Until his term expired in Ianuary, O. Glenn Stahl was also a member of our official family. W'ith the leader ship and support of such a Board, continued progress and achievement at Washington-Lee is assured. r 381,

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ALWAYS O THE JOB . . . Any member of the Kitchen SMH was a welcome sight to hungry students and teachers alike as they filed into the cafeteria first, second, or third lunch periods. Expertly prepared hot plates, sandwiches, salads and desserts were always ready and Waiting With the help of recently purchased equipment, quick and efficient service kept everyone satisfied The Health Department attempted to discover and help students having physical defects. Through dis cussion of their problems and corrective treatments JANITORAL STAFF an Wx C 4 F5 TERM 57 -1F,r many students benefited. An infirmary was open dur- ing the day Where students could go and rest. Cuts and bruises were carefully treated whenever necessary. As custodians of the school, the Ianitorial Staff played a vital role in keeping the classrooms clean and comfortable. They patiently unlocked doors for early students and locked doors for cautious teachers. Students often found newly polished floors after the holidays and a warm building to greet them on win- ter mornings. Ianitors willingly kept the school in order for games, plays, and parties. JO? , I -V fr HEALTH DEPARTMENT