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Respectfully submitted
Herbert G. Calkins Tree Warden
REPORT OF THE MOTH DEPARTMENT
$250.00 was appropriated for Insect Pest Control for the year 1963.
$250.00 was expended for 1963 for the following :
Scouting for Gypsy moth and other insect pests, and for checking for Dutch Elm Disease in town. There was no increase of the Gypsy in town. There was also a decrease of the Tent Caterpillar and Fall Web Worm in 1963.
2 Medium size Elm trees were removed due to being in- fected with bark beetle.
Respectfully submitted
Herbert G. Calkins Local Superintendent
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REPORT OF THE MOTH DEPARTMENT Dutch Elm Disease
$800.00 was appropriated for the year 1963 for con- trol of Dutch Elm Disease in Rutland. In addition to above appropriation a sum of $240.00 was transferred from the general fund to the Moth Department, Dutch Elm Disease, to complete the removal of diseased trees in Rutland. $1,040 was expended for Dutch Elm Disease.
There was a total of 116 diseased elm trees located in Rutland in 1963. There were 99 single trees size 5" to 66"; 6 groups of trees with a total of 17 trees. There were 10 trees on M,D.C. There were a total of 8 trees on the D.P.W. There was 1 tree at the U.S.V.A. Hospital.
The Department of Natural Resources, Insect Pest Con- trol gave the moth department of the Town of Rutland three days assistance on removal of diseased elms at a cost to the State of $100.00 per day.
The Town Treasurer received a cash reimbursement of $5,769 from Worcester County for help with the removal of diseased elm trees .
Respectfully submitted
Herbert G. Calkins Local Superintendent
REPORT OF THE WIRE INSPECTORS DEPARTMENT
There were 14 miscellaneous inspections in 1963 for which fees were collected and turned in to the Town Treasurer in the amount of $41.00.
$100.00 was appropriated for the year 1963.
There was 1 emergency wire inspection at a cost of $6.00. 6 inspection books from Barre Publishing Co. at a cost of $18.50 making a total expenditure of $65.50 leaving
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a balance of $34.50 unexpended.
Building permit inspections report will be submitted by the Building Inspector.
Respectfully submitted Herbert G. Calkins Wire Inspector
REPORT OF THE BOARD OF HEALTH
The Board of Health concluded a polio vaccine program for all town residents in early 1963. Since a vaccine pro- gram is not anticipated this year, the Board of Health urges all those who have not participated in this program to see their private physicians for immunization.
The Board is happy to report that an X-ray clinic held in February was well attended and all returns were negative.
In order to control possible health hazards arising from the pumping of septic tanks, a system of permits was intro- duced. All persons engaged in the business of pumping septic tanks in Rutland must be licensed by this Board and must also obtain a permit for each disposal of offal. A disposal area which flows into the town trunk line was also established.
Garbage collection will be continued this year. Resi- dents must place their containers at the edge of their property near the street. Collections will be made on Satur- days throughout the year. During the period, July 1-Septem- ber 15, collections will also be made on Wednesdays.
Residents are requested to cooperate in keeping the town dumping area presentable during the winter months when the gates remain open. During the rest of the year regular dump- ing hours will be adhered to.
APPOINTMENTS FOR 1964
Linda A. Hanff Board of Health Agent Emil J. Koenig, Phys . Charles M. Fiske Insp. of Slaughtering Everett Maynard, San Engineer Respectfully submitted Arnold C. Weller, Jr. , Chairman Edith Jones, Secretary Philip Woodrow, Treasurer
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REPORT OF THE PARK DEPARTMENT
The swimming pool was opened the day after school was out. The pool had been cemented where cracked and the fence around the pool had been re-set and cemented. Ten new benches were purchased for the ball field; the trees on the Common were trimmed and some removed under the super- vision of Cecil Blair, Department of Natural Resources; and the ball diamond was resurfaced.
Brush was cut and burned on that portion of Memorial Drive up to the American Legion Home and this year we anti- cipate levelling and seeding a portion of this plot. We also anticipate improving the parking lot at the pool.
The Civilian Defense truck was transferred by the Selectmen to this Department and was put in shape for our use at no cost to the Department .
Respectfully submitted
Leonard E. Simonds, Chairman George E. Smith Thomas J. Martelli
ANNUAL REPORT
OF THE
SCHOOL DEPARTMENT
OF THE
TOWN OF RUTLAND
MASSACHUSETTS
UNDED FEB
23, 1713.
RUFUS PUTNAM .
FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDING
December 31, 1963
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ORGANIZATION
SCHOOL COMMITTEE
Nelson M. Calkins, Jr., Chairman James A. Mulvey, Secretary
Attilio Alinovi
Term Expires 1963 Term Expires 1964 Term Expires 1965
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Dr. Charles L. Bowlby
William F. Carey
Spencer R. Potter
Mrs. Lois P. Drawbridge
Mrs. Jean A. Hallstrom
Mrs. Gertrude H. Mezger
Mrs. Alice H. Sproule
Superintendent of Schools Asst. Supt. - Elementary Asst. Supt. - Secondary Secretary, School Union #24 Secretary, School Union #24 Secretary, School Union #24 Secretary, School Union #24
INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF
Charles G. Varjian
Armen Manuelian
Principal Asst. Prin. & Grades VIII-VII Grades VIII-VII Grades VIII-VII
James M. Esip
William E. Wry
Mrs. Margaret L. Young
Grades VIII-VII
Edmund J. Butkiewicz
Grade VI
Dana A. Jackola
Grade VI
Mrs. Genevieve C. Brooks
Grade V
Mrs. Lois P. Turner
Grade V
Mrs. Doris I. Bourque
Grade IV
Mrs. Carolyn M. Harris
Grade IV
Miss Jean P. Matthews
Grade III
Mrs. Susan Plaisted
Grade III
Mrs. Margaret I. Follansbee
Grade II
Mrs. Patricia L. Jackola
Grade II
Mrs. M. Helen Campbell
Grade I
Mrs. Martina C. Wentworth
Mrs. Ann Wing
Daniel J. Mortell
Miss Betty May Dean
Grade I Household Arts Industrial Arts Special Education
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SUPERVISORS AND SPECIAL TEACHERS
Mrs. Ruth B. Wentworth Richard H. Bowden
Mrs. D. Elizabeth O'Hara
Mrs. Micheline Vray
Rinehart Handwriting System
Art Music Music
French Penmanship
OTHER SCHOOL PERSONNEL
Joseph Krivda, M.D.
Mrs. Barbara A. Griffin
Mark L. Read
Lloyd H. Campbell
Ralph J. LaTowne
Mrs. Helen Ericson
Michael A. Cappuccio
Mrs. Rosalie I. Spindler
School Physician School Nurse
Attendance Officer Custodian Custodian School Lunch Manager Transportation School Secretary
SCHOOL CALENDAR
Ist. Qtr.
2nd. Qtr. 3rd. Qtr. 4th Qtr.
September 4, 1963 - November 8, 1963 November 12, 1963 -- January 24, 1964 January 27, 1964 - April 3, 1964 April 6, 1964 - June 19, 1964
VACATIONS
December 23, 1963 through Jan. 1, 1964
February 17, 1964 through Feb. 21, 1964
April 20, 1964 through Apr. 24, 1964
Christmas Recess Winter Recess Spring Recess
HOLIDAYS
November 1, 1963 November 11, 1963 November 28, 29, 1963
March 27, 1964
Teachers' Convention Veterans Day : Thanksgiving (schools close at 12:30 November 27) Good Friday (schools close at 12:30)
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REPORT OF THE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION
We are pleased to submit our annual report of the Rutland Center School.
The total enrollment for 1963 compared quite closely with that of the two previous calendar years. As a result, the school plant continues to be overtaxed with the use of over- crowded facilities and substandard classrooms. The new school plant under construction will correct this situation and also provide us with better facilities.
Certain changes were made in the curriculum for the 1963- 64 school year. The first of these, modern mathematics, was introduced in Grade I - VI. The subject has been previously introduced in Grades VII and VIII.
Modern mathematics, quite deceiving in its name, incor- porates theories and knowledge known for centuries. It differs, however in its stress and in its approach. Topics which were previously reserved for high school and college were found to be "learnable" by youngsters in the primary and intermediate grades and are thus introduced into the curriculum at much lower grade levels. Much more emphasis is placed on basic mathematical principles with less emphasis on social application.
Modern mathematics also differs in its method of presen- tation with the incorporation of a "discovery" method of teach- ing where pupils are given certain basic facts and are then encouraged to "discover" further information on their own. Knowledge already accumulated is used as the basis for the dis- covery of new ideas. This has been found to be particularly rewarding on the part of the students who enjoy a certain sense of achievement and satisfaction with this new method.
A second change, a change in organization, was the intro- duction of departmentalization at the V & VI grade levels, on a trial basis. The departmental approach is very similar to that of the departmental work of the junior high school. Teachers are able to specialize in certain subject areas as the amount of subjects are reduced, and therefore, are better pre- pared to challenge and be challenged. It leads to better uti- lization of teachers as their backgrounds, experiences, and interests are drawn upon ®
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It has lead to better utilization of equipment as science equipment is concentrated in one room, reference materials are concentrated in a second room, etc. Thus, each department is better equipped to carry on its own activities.
Attention has been given to the social studies program with more stress upon geography. The program has also been up- dated and strengthened with more skills being taught at the lower grade levels.
The above changes in organization and in curricula have been made with an eye toward improvement. Changes have not been made simply for the sake of change. We hope to keep that which is good, discard that which is bad, and add anything that will help our pupils cope with the complexities of the modern world.
Graduation exercises were held at Rutland Center School on June 18, 1963, on which date 49 students graduated from the VIII grade . Officers of the class of 1963 were as follows :
President Vice President Secretary Treasurers
Robert Heiniluoma
John Boudreau
Jane Alinovi
Susan Stines
Donna Erickson
Awards were presented at graduation exercises. American Legion Awards for the outstanding girl and boy were presented to Karen Winslow and Gordon Govalet. The awards were presented on the basis of courage, leadership, honor, service and scholar- ship. Awards for literary achievement were presented on be- half of the Rutland Parent-Teacher Association to Marianne Hennessy and Patricia Cialone. The address of welcome was of- fered by Robert Heiniluoma and the presentation of the class gift was made by George Nolette.
Cooperation is very necessary for success, and education is a cooperative effort. We would thank all who had a part in making 1963 a successful school year »
Respectfully submitted School Administrative Staff
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REPORT OF THE ART SUPERVISOR
The junior high school classes receive 90 minutes of art instruction each week. Grades three through six re- ceive thirty-five minutes of art instruction every other week. Time does not permit me to visit the first and second grades for any formal instruction, however, I do advise the classroom teacher as to desirable art activities and also supply them planned outlines.
In the art program, the pupils work with tempera and watercolor painting, regular and broadline crayon work, lino- leum cutting and printing, cutting and pasting, modeling and papersculpture and textile painting.
The pupils really appreciate the variety of media offered them, and I am happy to report a healthy respect for art and art materials.
The variety of lessons that are planned insure a satis- fying art experience. This learning experience is more im- portant than the finished product. A basic aim of the art pro- gram is to build up an awareness of what is fine. These pupils will all be consumers some day and their homes and lives will be enriched by wise choices based on good design, interesting texture and suitability to purpose. Our program provides art elements to the pupils as they are related to every day life experiences .
I greatly appreciate the classroom teachers' help in dis- tribution of materials and follow-up.
Respectfully submitted
Ruth B. Wentworth
MUSIC REPORT
The vocal music program in the elementary grades consists of one class per week for grades two through six. The two sections of Grade One meet every other week. In this program music theory is taught while building a fine repertoire of songs. The five basic experiences, singing, playing, listening,
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moving and creating are incorporated in the lessons. Harmony is stressed beginning at the Fifth Grade level.
In the Junior High, only the students not taking French have music. These classes meet once every two weeks. Some of the units of study are music theory, sound and the history and background information of ancient and modern instruments.
About seventy-five Seventh and Eighth graders participate in the Glee Club. They perform at the Christmas program and the graduation exercises.
The greatest difficult in this program is the lack of time, space and facilities. The music supervisor is needed more than one and a half days to meet minimum requirements. A central storage place is needed for books, music, records, in- struments and other materials. Most of the available records are in dire need of being replaced and the collection should be enlarged. Because of limited materials and facilities, the pro- gram has to be limited.
In the Instrumental Music Program, all Fourth Grade stu- dents in the elementary school have been given a course in music theory utilizing the Tonette to insure progress in music reading. Basic elements of music are taught including Bass and Treble Clef, Time Signatures, Key Signatures, Scales, Rhythm, Notation, with an all-out effort to improve music reading. New Tonettes were purchased for one of the two Fourth Grades. Two groups of instrumental students studying brass, woodwind and stringed instruments are taught weekly and one group of beginning drum students has been introduced in Septem- ber. There are not sufficient numbers of instrumentalists to organize a school band as such but any student of junior high school age is welcome to play with the Holden Junior High School ban.
Respectfully submitted
Richard H. Bowden D. Elizabeth O'Hara
REPORT OF FRENCH TEACHER
This is the first year that all grades, four through eight are participating in the French program. The pupils who studied French in grade four are now studying it for the fifth year, At the fourth, fifth and sixth grade level the approach is conversational, and does not involve a great deal of writing. In grade seven and eight the pupils have a pre- scribed textbook program and work with written lessons and translations.
Our efforts and attention are being focused on constant improvement of our teaching methods.
In the fall I attended a series of nine seminars held at the Algonquin Regional High School in Northboro, organized by the Massachusetts Board of Education, for the benefit of teach- ers in Modern Languages. At these meetings we viewed several films on the nature of language and the "oral approach" to the teaching of a secong language,
A continued effort is being made to coordinate the French program at the elementary level in all schools of Union #24.
I meet with the other French teachers to be sure that my program parallels with that of the other schools. Our objec- tive is to make sure that all students enter the Wachusett Re- gional High School with a similar French background.
The results of our program thus far have been most re- warding.
Respectfully submitted
Mrs. Micheline Vray
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REPORT OF HEAD CUSTODIAN
Many projects were completed in the small school building which have added not only to the appearance of this building but also to its durability.
These projects included:
1. Painting of the cafeteria.
2. Painting and renewing ceiling tile in kitchen.
3. Painting two classrooms .
4. Painting corridor and toilets in old section.
5. Painting of both main vestibules.
During the summer vacation approximately 125 student desks were sanded and varnished. During school vacations, much time has been spent on the maintenance of floors. This adds not only to appearance but also makes cleaning problems through- out the year much more simplified.
The last remaining dirt strip in front of the small build- ing was blacktopped during the summer on a contract awarded by the school committee. This was a major improvement as it elimi- nated a large amount of dust and dirt in the building.
In the large school building, the only repairs made were those which were absolutely necessary, as it is now certain that this is to be replaced by a new school plant.
I would recommend, subject to the approval of the school committee, the inside sash of all the windows in the small building be painted and all the doors be varnished during 1964.
I would like to thank Mr. Ralph LaTowne, custodian, the school committee, Mr. Charles Varjian, Principal, and all the teachers for their cooperation during the past year. It has been a pleasure to work with this fine group.
Respectfully submitted
Lloyd H. Campbell Head Custodian
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SCHOOL HEALTH REPORT
The following is the 1963 Annual Report of School Health services as reported by the school nurse of Rutland Center School.
Routine physical examinations for children in grades one, four, and seven were given by Dr. Joseph Krivda, School Physi- cian, assisted by the school nurse. Written notices were sent to all parents whose children were found to have any physical defects.
Vision, hearing, weighing, and measuring examinations were given to all pupils by the school nurse, assisted by one tech- nician. Re-checks have been completed and notices have been sent home to the parents of children who failed the test.
Three Diphtheria and Tetanus immunization clinics were held for pupils in grades one, four, and seven. There were 143 pupils who received immunization.
Oral Polio immunization (Type I, II, and III) was offered to all pupils by the Board of Health. The school nurse assisted at these clinics.
Dental examinations were given to all pupils by the Dental Hygienist.
One Pre-School registration day was conducted.
Other routine services which were provided during the year were home visits, personal interviews, inspections, first-aid, exclusion of sick children, conferences, planning with and assisting the school physician in clinics, ordering all health supplies, and notifying parents of physical defects.
Reports required by the Massachusetts Department of Health in the areas of vision, hearing, physical examinations, and physically handicapped children were compiled and submitted to the Superintendent of Schools.
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SUMMARY
Physical Examinations
142
Vision Tests
455
Hearing Tests 455
Weighing and Measuring 455
CLINICS
Diphtheria and Tetanus (3) 143
Pre-school registration(1) 50
Pre-school vaccination (1) 15
Respectfully submitted
Barbara A. Griffin, R.N.
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PUBLIC LAW 874
Balance December 31, 1962 8,238.41
Receipts : April 17, 1963 7,767.00
October 23, 1963
2,853.00
Total 18,858.41
Less :
Transfer to School Operating Budget:
April 30, 1963 8,500,00
December 31, 1963 2,211.24
10,711.24
Expenditures :
May 23, 1963
10.00
June 17, 1963 15.00
June 28, 1963
66.67
121.67
BALANCE ON HAND DECEMBER 31, 1963
$ 8,025.50
1963 OPERATING BUDGET
Appropriated by Town 177,248.48
Transferred by School Committee from P.L. 874 Account to Operating Budget
10,711.24
187,959.72
Turned back to Town December 31, 1963 2,332.02
Total Expenditures 1963 185,627.70
REIMBURSEMENTS
Chap 69 Spec. Educ. 3,563.21
Chap 70 Gen. School Fund
42,927.68
Chap 71 Transportation
23,416.30 466.80
Chap 71 Supt. Salary
Chap 74 Vocational
1,136,93 (9/6/62
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Chap 76 Div. Child. Guid. Public Law 864 NDEA Miscellaneous
3,767.10 1,119.41 115.06
76,512.49
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1963 Reimbursements
185,627.70 76,512.49
NET EXP. from funds raised by local taxation
$109,115.21
PROPOSED BUDGET FOR 1964
General Control
Expense of Instruction
Out of State Travel
Operation of Schools
Maintenance of Schools
Outlay
Auxiliary Agencies
35,071.00 253.00
Title III
6,707.66 133,293.37 35.00 20,440.00 1,310.00 50.00
197,160.03
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SCHOOL ENROLLMENT OCTOBER 1963
Elementary
Wachusett Regional High School
456 182
CENSUS - OCTOBER 1, 1963*
AGE
PRE-SCHOOL ELEMENTARY
HIGH SCHOOL
Less than 1 yr. 32
1 year
48
2 years
60
3 years
49
4 years
56
5 years
64
9
6 years
57
7 years
51
8 years
66
9 years
54
10 years
60
11 years
40
12 years
51
13 years
57
7
14 years
8
37
15 years
2
55
*Birth to 16 years of age
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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GRADUATES - 1963
Jane Alinovi Roy Armentrout Edward Bell Brenda Blair John Boudreau Janet Bulcock Ralph Caloiaro
James Christianson
Patricia Cialone Charles Crooker
Robert Currier Carl Elgh Donna Erickson Marjorie Goodwin Gordon Govalet
Ann Grenoske Francis Hatstat Francis Hayden
Robert Heiniluoma
Marianne Hennessy
Lois Hooten Ruth Janes Stephen Janes William Jarvi Brian Johnson
Beverly Jones Linda Lambert Richard LeDuc John Lufkin Gloria Martelli Richard Miller Frederick Morrill Sandra Morrill William Mullen George Nolette Paula Quaranta Arne Rengo Vincent Rosenquist Richard Salls Laura Jean Silva Dora Stevens Ora Stevens Susan Stines Michael Stoddard Frank Taylor Paula Tucker Dorothy Warren Stephen Williams Karen Winslow
WACHUSETT REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES - 1963
E. Forrest Armentrout Allen Bok David Donaldson Michael Griffin Peter Heaney Stephen Janes William Johnson Ronald Lambert Alan Lloyd James McGann Michael Maloney Ronald Marsh Henry Ruchala Walter Williams Philip Zaramba
Patricia Allen Sally Arlin Dianne Beaumont Janet Bigelow Carol Ellstrom Sandra Hume Jessica Keyman Susan Prescott Lois Rasku Sandra Reed Corrine Smith Darlene Smith Victoria Tarbell Meredith VanLeeuwen Helen Willis
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THE WACHUSETT REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
The Wachusett Regional School District Committee re- organized on March 11, 1963 as follows :
Byron Davis
Holden
Mrs. Arlene Johnson
Holden
William Lionett, Treasurer
Holden
Reginald Smith
Paxton
Bruce Smith, Secretary
Paxton
Mrs. Gladys Frey
Princeton
O. J. Wittemore, Jr.
Princeton
Leonard Janes
Rutland
Attilio Alinovi
Rutland
Mrs. Avis Bourne
Sterling
David Atkins, Chairman
Sterling
Frank Lambert
Sterling
Mr. Leonard Janes resigned from the committee on March 11 and was replaced on April 8 by the appointment of Arnold C. Weller, Jr. by the Rutland Selectmen. Mr. C. Wesley Dingman replaced Mrs. Frey as the Princeton Committee's representative as of July le
During the year the committee held 20 regular meetings and 6 special meetings in addition to numerous sub-committee meet- ings. The committee also met on two occasions with the School Building Assistance Commission in Boston.
In January the committee received the report by Engelhardt, Engelhardt, and Leggett on our school building needs. This re- port recommended as a first step expansion of the Wachusett Regional High School to house 2000 pupils. In October the com- mittee voted to "take immediate steps for expansion of this school by an addition to this building or an additional unit on this property or another location. A sum of $3500 has been in- cluded in the 1964 budget to hire an architect for preliminary plans.
A new salary schedule was voted to become effective in September 1964 which will increase all teachers salaries by $250. It is felt that this schedule will be of considerable help in retaining and attracting superior teachers to our system.
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Your committee wishes to thank the administration, staff, pupils, and parents for their continuing coopera- tion.
Respectfully submitted Bruce N. Smith, Secretary
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To: Dr. Charles L. Bowlby, Superintendent, and Members of the Wachusett Regional School District Committee
From: Neal T. Skillings, Principal
Subject : Annual Report, 1963
ENROLLMENT :
The size of the student body here at Wachusett continues to grow in numbers. As of January 5, 1963, we had a school population of 1,428 which was 125 more than the previous year. On January 7, 1964, we had a total of 1,501 students, an in- crease of 73 over last year. These 1,501 students are divided as follows : Holden 777, Paxton 162, Princeton 88, Rutland 180 , Sterling 265, Oakham 24, and one each from Worcester, Leomin- ster, Berlin, Clinton, and West Boylston. Included in this total are 723 boys and 778 girls. There are 382 freshmen, 395 sophomores, 408 juniors, 313 seniors and 2 post-graduates. As is to be suspected, we are fairly well crowded but are operating efficiently nevertheless. It has been necessary this year to use the cafeterias, the Check Room, and the Bank Room for study halls. The Faculty Dining Room is used for classes occasionally.
STAFF :
Our staff now numbers 96 members, an increase of seven over last year. These are as follows: 2 administrators, 4 guidance personnel, 85 classroom teachers, 1 librarian, 1 nurse, and 3 study hall monitors. In addition, we have 19 cafeteria workers, 11 custodians, 4 part-time Driver Education instructors, 4 lay readers, 3 secretaries in the General Office, and 2 secre- taries in the Guidance Office.
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