William Chrisman High School - Gleam Yearbook (Independence, MO)

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Mr. I. N I-Lanthorn Assistant Superintendent Mr. I. N. Hanthorn is very capable of handling his work as assistant Superin- tendent of Schools. He has many and varied duties to perform in this offi' e not only for our school system but for the en tire community as well One of his duties is to keep permanent records of every child from the age of a few months to twenty years who lives in the lndepend ence district This record lncludes name of child date of birth and age at the t1me of enumeration Mr Hanthorn performs this task efficiently and accurately He was in charge of the N Y A work tnow discontmuedl for this d1str1ct When Mr Matthews is absent Mr Hanthorn per forms faithfully the duties of the superin tendent Another important duty is the granting of work permits for anyone un der twenty years of age who works after school or on Saturdays Many of these people need birth cert1f1 ates so the office of assistant superintendent looks up the birth date of the person s school card and Il II ll ASSISTANT SUPERINTENIJENT 'A' ak ' makes a certification of birth. Mr. Han- thorn also has helped with the issuing of ration books. He has compiled a report on the lndependeence School System which includes its finances, teachers, schools, and the number of pupils in each school, in addition to other useful infor- mation. - While he was principal, many new courses were added, student government was instituted, and he sponsored the stu- dent handbook. Mr. Hanthorn has had a very broad education. He has studied at the State Teachers' College at Warrensburg and at the University of Missouri, and he re- ceived his Master's Degree from Colum- bia University in New York City. He ,is a very versatile man. Because of this he is able to teach in almost every classroom. He takes a keen interest in our school activities. When we have our installation of officers he always seems willing to come and talk to us We are always glad to have him come back for a V1S1l because he has so many worth while ideas and suggestions that can help us greatly At his desk 1 ,.. . V 1 - 1 I ' . I - 1 1 . . 1 1 ' I ' 1 - ' 1 'R . . .H , V 1 ' f 1 .X , , Q

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Mr. W. E. Matthews, Superintendent One of the most influential and helpful factors in the lite of Chrisman students is our Superintendent of Schools, Mr. W. E. Mat- thews. It was indeed a fortunate occurrence for the Independence School System when the board of education was able to secure Mr. Matthews's services. His knowledge of new methods, and his close connection with the Missouri State Department of Education have made him ideally suited for this posi- tion. His interest in student activities, his un- derstanding of YOUll'1'S problems, and his Willingness to help all who need his sound advice, have endeared him to pupils cmd teachers alike. He inspires admiration. in Q11 those who have come in contact with his winning personality, keen intellect, and firm character. SUPERINTEIJENT Especially invaluable is his wholesome advice to the boys who are preparing to en- ter the services as well as those who are al- ready serving and those at home who are bewildered by the rapid current of the World events. He urges all students to make the most of their opportunities as presented in the school curriculum and to prepare them- selves to face their problems in society through adequate use of their time and ma- terials. Mr. Matthews realizes the vast im- portance of using one's time to the best ad- vantage. He feels that nothing can be so imf portant to young people as a good education and that we shall realize this more and more in the difficult period of reconstruction follow- ing the war. He has shown us by his own lite that not until we can master ourselves can we hope to become successful members of society. Mr. Matthews attended Maryville Col- lege, Warrensburg State Teachers' College, and the University of Missouri. He holds a Master's degree. Mrs. Mildred Kearnes, Mr. Matthews' assistant, is well trained for her position. She has a B. S. degree in Education from the State Teachers' Normal in Pittsburg, Kansas, with special secretarial training. She is ca- pable and friendly to all and a suitable sec- retary for such a remarkable superintendent. Mr. Matthews Mrs. Kearnes

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PRINCIPAL ir ir The smooth functioning of William Chrisman is due chiefly to the able direc- tion of our principal, Mr. Carl Gum, who has proved himself capable of assuming this tremendous task. One can readily see that Mr. Gum is well qualified for the position of principal by briefly reviewing the instruction and experience he has received in this field. After receiving a B. S. degree at Cape Girardeau Teachers' College, he was an instructor in education at that institution for two summers. His Master's degree was conferred upon him at the University of Missouri. In addition to these degrees he did graduate work at the University of Missouri and at the Teachers' College of Columbia University of New York. The first position Mr. Gum held was in a rural school in Southeastern Missouri. Prom there he went to Gideon, Missouri, to teach. Then he held the position of principal in Clarkton, Missouri, and prior to his arrival here, he was principal of the high school in Nevada, Missouri. William Chrisman has noted many im- provements since Mr. Gum came here three years ago. By his modern and effi- cient methods he has been of much as- sistance to the school. Through his lead- ership he has brought the faculty and stu- dents to Work in harmonious accord with the high ideals of Chrisman. This year Mr. Gum, who is a member of the Missouri state committee of the North Central Association, attended the forty-ninth annual meeting of the Associa- tion at Chicago from March 20 through Mr. Gum's Office Mrs. Buchanan and Mrs. DeShazo, Secretaries Mr. Carl D. Guin, Principal March 24. He also attended the annual meeting last year. 4 This Association, of which Chrisman is a member, consists of more than three hundred colleges and more than three thousand high schools from twenty North Central States. Anyone in need of advice is sure to ob- tain it for the asking from Mr. Gum. He is always willing to do what he can for stu- dents-of Chrisman. In the many tasks which must be per- formed daily in the office, Mr. Gum is ably assisted by Mrs. DeShazo and Mrs. Buchanan. Through their efficiency the office is kept on a smooth, even course.