Woodlawn High School - Woodlog Yearbook (Birmingham, AL)

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Principal 1961 These pictures show Mr. Marlin on Saturday afternoon relaxing at hi- home, which he designed. The Isarbecue pit is n part of the large patio he built, and the often admired lawn is also one of his pet projects. The lady with him is Mrs. Martin, who naturally is a great part of his life. They share many hours together at the piano, in the kitchen, and just relaxing. She listens to Mr. Martin’s school problems and sometimes gives advice. Her suggestions are well thought out and are given serious consideration. I h u s, Mrs. Martin help Mr. Martin continue to keep Woodlawn the good school it is. . .. In tin- kitchen

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Mr. Ralph Martin ... Al the Barbecue Pit Mr. Martin’s high ideals inspire n to aim for greater goals. Hia guidance and understanding are often im| ortant factors in building the character of his students. Mr. Martin is not tin kind of man who sits behind a desk all day gi ing orders. He i often seen walking down the hull, stopping now and then for a friendly chat with a student or a teacher. If there is serious illness or death in the family of one of the students. Mr. Martin finds time to stop hv for a visit and to offer his help. With Mr. Martin’s principles as an inspiration and his words as a guide, wc can better reach the goals he has taught us to aim for. .. . Ai the Piano r . . . On die Lawn

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Parent-Teacher Association 1961 The Parent-Teacher Association is a vital part of Wood lawn High School It consists ol fathers, mothers faculty, and other interested adults. The officer' elected for the 1961 year are: president. Mrs. Van 0. Pilgrcen; first vire-president, lr. Lewis Bice; second vice-president, Mrs. Lloyd March: third vice-president. Mr. R. M. Youngblood: secretary, Mrs. I). C. Logan; treasurer, Mr. Ralph Martin; and parliamentarian. Mr. Virile Morris. More things are being accomplished this year than ever before. Membership falls about one hundred people short of reaching one thousand. The athletic field is being cleared and sodded to provide more playing space. The Crest wood Optimists Club gave the language department a Hi-Fi record player after list of thing needed were prepared from departmental information by the P.T.A., and sent to each of Woodlawn’s civic clubs. In order to give our teachers the recognition they deserve, the P.T.A. has planned a program in which parents will visit teachers in their classrooms. Officers pictured above are: STANDING, Mr. Ralph Martin, treasurer; Mr. R. M. Youngblood, third vice-president; Mr. Lewi Rice, first vice-president; Mr. Azclle Morris parliamentarian. SEATED. Mrs. Lloyd Marsh, second vice-president; Mrs. Van O. Pilgreen, president; Mrs. D. C. I-ogan. secretary. Mrs. Van O. Pilgreen, president; Mr. Ralph Martin, treasurer. Mrs. T. I). Clayton takes up P.T.A. dues. Standing behind the table are members of the refreshment committee, Mrs. H. C Lessman; Mrs. F. C Berry and Mr . C L Peeples.