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

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Serving in the capacity of principal of William Chris- man. loseph F. Benson immediately succeeded in his first objective, that of gaining the respect and friendship of fac- ulty, patrons, and student body. His over-all attitude in regard to the various problems and obligations relative to the students and the school as a unit was largely respon- sible for this. Mr. Benson took an active interest in every phase of school life - classroom work. sports, speech, dramatics, music, and commercial courses. He not only showed ap- preciation for a well-performed task but also encouraged even greater achievement. His desire to see Chrisman ex- cel was strengthened by the fact that he himself at one time participated in the school activities as a student at Chrisman. The friendliness, sportsmanship, and wise counseling of Mr. Benson have added threefold to the worthiness of Chrismanls soul. Joseph F. Benson Principal cghefzgfffefzs Xie tgazffk tgmfcfufte Gregory Lefever Vice-Principal Since its creation, the office of Vice-principal has been held by Gregory Lefever. The distinct duties of this office are clerical in nature. They involve the keeping of the at- tendance records of resident, non-resident and tuition pu- pils, which involves collecting and classifying data. Mr. Lefever also is responsible for compiling periodic reports. Due to Mr. Lefever's experience and proficiency, the records ofthe school have been kept with care and exact- ness. Besides being adept in performing the duties of vice' principal, he is also skilled at teaching and is the instruc- for of two advanced mathematics classes. The opportunity for meeting many of the students per- sonally is afforded by his dual position as the vice-prin- cipal and a teacher. These contacts impart a sense of indi- viduality tothe soul of Chrisman.

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Lowell C. Keith Superintendent Everyarchitt-1'turalscheme has to bc supervised by an experienced and Villlillllf' construction engineer if the sky- scraper being ervctvfl isto be completed to perfection. Every detail must be taken into careful corisitleration. The responsibility of sc:-ing that everything is done according to the building plan and schedule rests upon the shoulders of the Construction engineer, Accordingly. the Independence superintendent of schools is delegated a like responsibility when he takes his oath of office. He at-ccpts the responsibility to help prov- ide the individual necessities of the grade-schools and the junior and senior high schools of Independence. Although Lowell G. Keith, present superintendent. does not come into personal contact with the students, his ap- pearance at assemblies and extracurricular activities as- sures them of his interest and willingness to coaoperate with them. his because of this that his able and efficient guidance has become embedded in the soul of William Chrisman. Through his leadership the soul has gained in perspective and brilliancy. We Sfzfzhzzfafz af ,yffmfizlkbzafivlx ln the administration ofa school system as large as the Independence school system there are many tedious and painstaking details that must be handled accurately and meticulously. Records in the offices of the superintendent, principal, and vice-principal were kept by four efficient secretaries. -Q. 115 2.51 , Martha Hutchens Malverna Senior Clerk, SUP!-'S Offife Secretary to Supl. Miss Malverna Senior was the secretary of the super- intendentg Miss Martha Hutchens acted as the clerk in his office. Serving her first year as secretary to the vice-principal was Mrs. Barbara Stewardg Miss Susan Parobok was the Secretary in the office ofthe principal. ff 6 WV I tg ' Barbara Steward Secretary to Vice-Prili. Susan Parobok Secretary lo Prin. ina oh ull reg tht sil scl mi Pr' ev- cel tirr Ch of Ch

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