Wayne Valley High School - Embers Yearbook (Wayne, NJ)

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Bernard M. Brody July 5, 1920 — September 22, 1959 September 22, 1959 — we lost o man very dear to us, a man who devoted his life to all the people associated with the Wayne Township Education System. He worked unselfishly, all his thoughts turned toward the welfare of us, the students of Wayne Township. While he was president ol the Board of Education, improvements were made within the school buildings, additions were constructed and new schools were built. Beloved and greatly respected, he will never be forgotten; his kind interest and lasting deeds will long remind us of this honest, courteous, distinguished man — our friend — Bernard Brody.

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Friendship is revealed through the untiring Row I: Dr. J. H. Mortin, Superintendent of School ; Mr . H. Rountree. Pre ident; Mr . R. Arnott; Mr. S. Ruggiero, Attorney. Row 2: Mr. W. De Young. Secretory; Mr. I. Northdurft; Mr. f. Heller. Vice Pretident; Mr. H. Pott ; Mr. R. Koy, Jr.; Mr. J. Thibodeou; Mr. H. Slock. efforts of those dedicated to education Board of We owe much to a small group of citizens, the Wayne Board of Education, who put much time and effort into improving our school system and who receive nothing for their services except the satisfaction which comes from a job well done. Many improvements have been secured for us in the past year: among these are that the temporary facilities so long in use have been eliminated; the physical education program has been stepped up so that now even handicapped children can benefit; another year has been added on to the number of years one can take a foreign language; the science program in both elementary and secondary schools has been enlarged; and for the good health of all children, an improved program of annual physical examinations has been instituted. Education The Board of Education is made up of nine elected members who work all year around to provide Wayne children with a distinguished education program. This program includes all of the offerings of the nine schools plus the summer recreation program and the adult education program. Because the Wayne School system will continue to grow at an annual rate of increase of five hundred pupils for tho next five years, our Board of Education must constantly review plans for new schools, additions and improvements. It is reassuring to know that Wayne has a capable Board who are ready and willing to meet these ever growing challenges. P. T. A. In its striving for better education, the Wayne High School P. T. A. has accomplished many material things; such as, the increase of the scholarship fund and contributions made for the improvement of the library. However, the P. T. A. is dedicated to another job, equally as important, that of the improvement of the student-parent-teacher relationship. This relationship has been solidified by the establishment of a parent-teacher night at which the parents attend their children's classes, there becoming more familiar with the curriculum. Along with improving the building in which the students learn, the P. T. A. also tries to improve the quality and standards of education. Above all, the P. T. A. has the students' welfare at heart and does its utmost to give the student the best possible education. P. T. A. EXECUTIVE BOARD: Mr. N. Harriton, Correiponding Secretory; Mi t J. Ackerman, Recording Secretory; Mr». R. Riedel. Vke Pretident; Mr. A. Milletello. President; Mr. P. Pinkerton, Treoturer.

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Harmony is achieved through a well co-ordinated school system Dr. John Henry Martin Superintendent of Schools Dr. Martin has been our leader in a pleasant academic experience. Though his duties as superintendent of our school system are numerous, the results of his ideas have made him a significant part of our school life. His goal is a distinguished and outstanding school system; his concerns are benefits and opportunities for its students. As an example of a true American, he gives us a feeling of patriotic pride in our country. A great part of Dr. Martin's life has been devoted to teaching. In this work dedicated to helping others, he has received great personal satisfaction. He understands the problems of young people and has a sincere interest in their needs. For his careful discipline and understanding guidance, we shall always be grateful. 12