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

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Reflecting his interest in student affairs, Mr. Benjamin Norris offers advice to Barbara Coffin. Mr. Norris Assumes Administrative Duties ,lbs Accepting new responsibilities Mr. Ben- jamin T. Norris, formerly associate prin- cipal, began his first year as principal of Washington-Lee. Providing the theme for the 1959 Blue and Gray, his opening mes- sage in the Crossed Sabres challenged the student body to do better this year than ever before. if 1 OJ 4 0 4 Administration 19

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T0 the SENIOR CLASS of l959.. Congratulations are in order to each student attending Washington-Lee High School. You have accepted the challenge that was presented to you in the first school publication. You have demonstrated a de- sire to work to the maximum, to be a good citizen, to serve one another, and to make a contribution to the reputation of Wash- ington-Lee High School. of your life in achieving the goal of your tomorrow. I challenge you: to be a leader in your field of endeavor, to explore the unknown, to be an outstanding citizen, to continue to grow morally and spiritually, to develop and maintain a happy home, to make a great contribution to humanity, to conquer the art of inquiry, and last but not least, to maintain' humility. It is with regret that I see you go, but these things must come to pass. May I wish The seriousness of thought and purpose you Wen' has impressed others trying to help you. Your efforts have been an inspiration to me and my associates. I trust that you will cherish memories of your public school career and maintain the loyalty to such a , great institution. What you do in the fu- ' ture will reflect upon the school and may B. T. Norris, I, at this point, challenge you to be master Principal Handing his letter to the senior class to Mrs. Pearl Hanson, Mr. Benjamin Norris sets the theme for the annual. I 18 Administration Mrs. Mildred Nixon pauses for a moment from her duties as secretary to the principal.

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Associate Principals Direct School Affairs Cooperation among the three assistant principals results in effective administra- tion of all phases of school life. Mr. Alexander H. Anderson, assistant principal for three years, is in charge of teaching material and instruction. Pre- vious to this position, he taught govern- ment and was grade chairman for the class of 1954. Presently sponsor of the Activity Council, Mr. Anderson has also instructed social studies students in college and in a New Jersey high school. Mr. James D. Mahoney, formerly pur- chasing agent for the county, is now super- vising buildings and grounds as assistant principal. He has also served in the capa- city of athletic director. Mr. Harry Pitt, the newest associate principal, has charge of student personnel and the conduct of students. Before ac- cepting this position, he taught psysical education and biology. Active in athletics, he is varsity Wrestling coach and has Work- ed with sports at Georg-e Washington Uni- versity. Arranging for an Activity Council meeting is Assistant Principal Mr. Alexander Anderson. fic Assistant principals Mr. James Mahoney and Mr. Harry Pitt discuss an aclministrative problem. Work- ing with the other principals, they devote their time to making the school run more smoothly. .. ,I Q 'S '--. K P 20 Administration