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NOVEMBER—DECEMBER
HIGH STREET
HIGH SCHOOL
Bowling Green.
Kentucky
,5 {Buford Z. C, Curry
Principal Superintendent
“An Equal Educational Opportunity for Every Kentucky Child"
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The K.T.A. Journal
{75.53“ Nov—ember . Déeémber, '1955 No.
Published by the Kentucky Teachers‘ Association
Editorial Office at 1925 W. Madison Street
Louisville, Kentucky
Mrs. Anita W. Robinson, Executive Secretary, Louisville, Managing Editor
E. T. Buford, Bowling Green, President of K. T. A.
Atwood S. Wilson, Louisville, Associate Editor
Robert S. Lawery, Louisville, Assistant Editor and Business Manager
Whitney M. Young, Lincoln Ridge, Contributing Editor
Mrs. B. L. Douglas, Louiville, Contributing Editor
Published Bimonthly during the school year October, December, February
and April
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CONTENTS
THE K. T. A. JOURNAL PAGE ONE
K. T. A. Officers for 1955-56 ............................ . 7777777777777777777777777777777777 2
Editorial Comment ___________________________________________________________________ 3
The Future of the K. T. A.
Our Membership Campaign
A Challenge to the Unbelievers
The High Street School of Bowling Green , ___________________________________________ 5
The 1955 Resolution of the K. T. A ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 5
The K. T. A President's Letter ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 7
Education For Life __________________________________________________________________________ 7
With Apologies to None ____________________________________________________________ 8
K. T. A. Kullings ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 10
Flesch Found A Willing Audience _________________________________________________ 11
State Department of Education Communication ______________________________________ 13
TntEgration in Kentucky Schools _____ . 7777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777 14
Report on the N E A. Convention _________________________________________________ 16
The 1955 A T. A. Meeting in Texas _________________________________________________ 17
The 1955 Report of K. T. A. Legislative Committee ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 18
Faith In Leaders and Education _____________________________________________________ 19
K. T. A. Honor Roll ________________________________________________________________ 20
1955-56 OFFICERS
President, E. T. Buford, Bowling Green, Ky.
lst Vice—President, Mrs. Theda Van Lowe, Lexington, Ky.
2nd Vice—President G. V. Curry, Ienkins, Ky.
Secretary—Treasurer, Anita W. Robinson, Louisville, Ky.
Assistant Secretary, Robert S. Lowery, Louisville, Ky.
Historian, Alice D. Samuels, Frankfort, Ky.
Board of Directors
E. T. Buford, President, Bowling Green, Ky.
I. A. Carroll, Lincoln Ridge, Ky. E. W. Whiteside, Paducah, Ky.
C. B. Nucholls, Ashland, Ky. H. C. Mathis, Drakesboro, Ky.
Atwood S. Wilson, Louisville, Consultant
Departmental And Conference Chairmen
Agriculture Teachers, P. I. Manley ___________________________ Frankfort
Art Teachers, Mrs. Anna L. Huddleston _______________________ Louisville
Business Education, Alfred Eason ____________________________ Frankfort
Elementary Teachers, Mrs. M. R. Morris ________________________ Louisville
English Teachers, Alice Sam'uels _____________________________ Frankfort
Foreign Language Teachers, A. I. Richards ____________________ Frankfort
Future Teachers of America, Hoyt Harper _____________________ Frankfort
Guidance Workers, Mrs. Lucille R. Madry _____________________ Louisville
Home Economics Teachers, Mrs. Ada P. Hodgen ______________ Barvdstown
Librarians, Iames O'Rourke __________________________________ Frankfort
Music Teachers, R. Lillian Carpenter __________________________ Louisville
Physical Education Teachers, W. L. Kean _____________________ Louisville
Primary Teachers, Mrs. A. E. Bertam __________________________ Louisville
Principals' Conf., Mrs. Agnes Duncan _________________________ Newberg
Rural School Teachers, Mrs. E. B. Bennett _____________________ Louisville
Science Teachers, James Washington _____________________ Lincoln Ridge
Mathematics Teachers, A. 1. Ramsey __________________________ Louisville
Teachers of Exceptional Children, Mrs. Katherine Taylor ________ Louisville
Vocational Education Teachers, M. W. Taylor __________________ Paducah
PRESIDENTS OF THE K.T.A. DISTRICT ASSOCIATIONS
First, A. W. Green, Hickman Second, Mr. H. E. Goodloe, Owensboro
Third, H. H. Gumm, Franklin Fourth, Mr. I. V. Robinson, Elizabethtown
Fifth, L. I. Harper, Louisville Bluegrass, Mrs. Clara W. Taylor, Lexington
Sixth, Mrs. Emma I. Oglesby, Covington Upper Cumberland, Mrs. Geneva Coleman,Lynch
Eastern, G. V. Curry, Ienkins
PLAN TO ATTEND THE 80th CONVENTION
of the
KENTUCKY TEACHERS ASSOCIATION APRIL 11, 12, 13, 1956
Louisville, Kentucky
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THE FUTURE OF THE KENTUCKY TEACHERS
ASSOCIATION
The Kentucky Teachers Association is making definite plans for its 80th Annual
Convention in Louisville, Kentucky, on April ll, 12, 13, 1956‘ This will be a historic gath—
ering of the Negro teachers of Kentucky because at that time the question of whether or
not we should merge with the Kentucky Education Association will be the main topic of
discussion
At present we feel there is much need for the organization to safeguard the interest
of Negro teachers as integration progresses in the State of Kentucky. There are situa-
tions which may need local counsel, and there are problems which involve teachers'
plans that rightfully deserve the attention of the Kentucky Teachers Association. The
KTA Board of Directors and other officers have pledged their support to the teachers in
any sort of an emergency that might arise and will call upon the general association to
cooperate with them in any procedures that they might recommend.
The Kentucky Teachers Association was organized in 1877, and for 80 years it has
been the main agent in sponsoring equal educational opportunities for the Negro youth
of Kentucky and in promoting the general welfare of Negro teachers. The KTA spon—
sored the opening of the Kentucky State College of Frankfort, Kentucky, cooperated in
the establishment of the West Kentucky Vocational Training School and has done all
passible to support the program at Lincoln Institute of Kentucky. The KTA Worked for
some years to promote equal salaries for Negro and white teachers. The KTA has spon—
sored better buildings for Negro children and sought for them the type of equipment
and facilities equal to those furnished any other children in Kentucky. The KTA also
cooperated with the Kentucky Education Association in seeking legislation that might
promote teacher tenure. The KTA also cooperated with the KEA in supporting the recent
Minimum Foundation Program in Kentucky that was adopted by the last general assem—
bly. We had a Negro member on the policy—making committee of the Minimum Founda—
tion Program which we conceived to represent our organization and the Negro institu-
tions of Kentucky.
Thus the KTA has a historical record that is permeated with educational achieve—
ments for the Negro child and the Negro teacher of Kentucky. This should be a suffici-
ent cause to have any merger of the KTA and the KEA take place With the understand—
ing that the Negro child and the Negro teacher will not be neglected as the process of
integration materializes.
VJ believe that there should be at least one representative on the Board of Directors
of the KEA in case of a merger. We further believe that any talent among the teachers
of the KTA should be given due recognition by the KEA in case of a merger of these
two state educational organizations.
Pursuant to this idea, the KTA directors have suggested to the KEA directors that
there be a joint committee from these organizations to discuss any suggestions concern—
ing a merger.
Ultimately, there is no doubt that there should be one education association in
Kentucky with both Negro and white members, and we believe this to be a desirable
goal. In working toward this goal, we are doing careful thinking and trying to do every-
thing possible to insure a respectable status of the Negro teacher in a combined
association.
Finally, we want all Negro teachers to be active, participating members of the
Kentucky Education Association in the case of a merger and not “fringe" members.
THE K. T. A. JOURNAL PAGE THREE
OUR MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN
We have been informed through the newspapers and through other channels that
the Kentucky Education Association is now accepting Negro memberships. The organ-
ization reports that its constitution has never confined its membership to white teachers
only. However, it was the policy of the KEA officials to forward all Negro membership
fees received by it to the Kentucky Teachers Association. This is the first year in which
the organization has openly solicited Negro memberships.
Since the Kentucky Teachers Association is planning a program for the current
year, making a contract for the use of Central High School building, closing contracts
‘or exhibits, preparing the publication of the Journal, getting prizes for the annual spell-
ing contest, etc., we most seriously urge each Negro teacher to enroll in the KTA for the
school year of 1955-56.
One of the main projects of the organization is to be the employment of legal coun-
sel to aid Negro teachers who may meet any difficulty as a result of integration
Since the program of integration is in the early stage, we feel the necessity of
having a budget adequate to handle the many'problems that may arise with its pro—
gress. For this year we have set our membership goal to be 1500. This is 100 more than
we had in 1955. We are looking forward to your membership! It may be of interest to
some to know that some White teachers have joined our organization, and We hope that
others will join and lend their support to the efforts of this association.
We urge each teacher to pay his $4.00 membership fee to his principal or to mail it
directly to the Secretary—Treasurer of the Kentucky Teachers Association The member—
ship drive is on. Let us reach the goal of 1500 members!
A CHALLENGE TO THE UN BEL‘I'EVERS
During August, 1955, Gloria Lockerman, a Negro girl 12 years of age, won $16,000
for her outstanding ability as a speller. This award was made to her on a television
program titled "The $64,000 Question". Previously, Gloria had made an outstanding
record in the national spelling contest and might well be termed as a champion. Before
the final contest, Gloria received a great ovation when she spelled "antidisestablish—
mentarianism". Gloria also spelled the words in the sentence "The belligerent astig—
matic anthropologist annihilated innumerable Chrysanthemums". There are those who
make public their boasts that the Negro is inferior in subjects that require reflective
thinking. The example of Gloria Lockerman, George Washington Carver, Ernest I.
Wilkins, Ir., famous mathematician, Dr. Charles R. Drew, who discovered blood plasma,
and many other Negroes, tend to disprove such a statement or theory.
It is true that the Negro child ranks low in many kinds of intelligence and achieve—
ment tests but this has been proved over and over again by statistics that the 1.0. and
test scores are mainly products of environment rather than characteristics of native
ability.
It would be so helpful as We proceed into the program of integration if our white
teachers would emphasize the achievements of the Negro in various fields of endeavor.
1n Kentucky we might Well refer to the record as a basketball player of Iohn Liveious, a
graduate of Central High School of Louisville, who was the high point man and selected
as the most valuable player on the team that represented Kentucky in the All-Star game
between Kentucky and Indiana basketball teams during 1955. This was the first time in
the long series that Kentucky won from lndiana and the victory seems to have been
sparked mainly by the participation of two Negro players.
We might well refer to the 1955 World Series baseball champions, the Brooklyn
Dodgers, who have on their team the best catcher in the National League and an out—
standing player, Roy Campanella; Iackie Robinson, famed all—around player and former
batting champion of the National League; Don Newcombe, who leads all the pitchers in
the National League in the percentage of games won; and Iunior Gilliam and Sandy
Amoras, other Negroes who made up the champion Brooklyn Dodgers team of 1955.
It would be most helpful if our white friends would mention the achievements of the
Negro to the children and thus create in them attitudes of appreciation for a race that
has made more progress in 80 years than any other race that has ever dwelled upon the
earth, according to historical records.
Let us challenge the "unbelievers"!
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THE HIGH STREET SGHURL 0F BflWLING GREEN, KENTUCKY
On the outside cover of this issue of the
KTA Iournal there is a photograph of a
new high school which is at present serv-
ing the Negro students of Bowling Green,
The school building was dedicated dur-
ing March of 1955, and a tour of its interior
reveals equipment of the finest type in
this modern, new and well constructed
building.
The building has administrative suites,
a gymnasium—auditorium, shower rooms,
an up—to-date cafeteria, industrial arts
shops, home economics rooms, and class—
rooms to accommodate pupils from one
through twelve. The building is of modern
design and the furniture has been care—
fully selected to meet the age groups and
interest of the pupils at various educa-
tional levels.
They entered the new plant approxim-
ater on the 72nd anniversary of Old State
Street School. State Street School was or—
ganized Tanuary 29, 1883, under Professor
W. B. Wiley as superintendent, and W. B.
Ferguson, principal.
The succeeding superintendents have
been Mr. Taylor, Mr. T. C. Cherry, and the
present superintendent, Dr. L, C. Curry.
The other principals have been Messrs.
C, C. Parker, Samuel Austin, C. T. Cooke,
E. E. Reed, and the present principal, Dr.
E. T. Buford, who has served since Octo-
ber 6, 1924. Superintendent Curry has
been the administrative head of the city
system since 1937.
The principal of this modern and up-
to—date school is now the president of the
Kentucky Teachers Association.
THE 1955 RESRLUTIUNS OF THE KENTUBKY TEACHERS ASSURIATIU‘N
Introduction
The Kentucky Teachers Asociation is
very much interested in the complex prob—
lems that now face the state of Kentucky,
especially as it affects education.
The problems of raising enough money
to make the minimum foundation program
Morkable, the inadequate teacher retire—
ment system, and the re—organization of
the educational program to comply with
the Supreme Court decision of May 17,
are only a few of the complex problems
the citizens of Kentucky must face in the
very near future.
We, your Committee on Resolutions,
believe that sincere efforts should be
made by the Kentucky Teachers Associa—
tion to lead in establishing understanding,
and better human relationship so essential
in laying the foundation for solving these
complex problems that now confront Ken-
tuckians.
For that reason the following recom—
mendations are submitted:
1. That the K.T.A. support and exert
every effort that is within the power
of the organization to secure, in 1956,
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legislation to the amount needed
to adequately finance the Minimum
Foundation Program.
2. To lend its support and exert every
effort to secure, in 1956, legislative
appropriation to place into effect by
July 1, 1956, the Teacher Retirement
Law as amended in 1954,
3. To urge necessary appropriation to
meet the needs of the State's institu-
tions of higher education and voca-
tional schools, especially Kentucky
State College, West Kentucky Voca—
tional School, and Lincoln Institute.
4. That the laws now dealing with
segregation in public education be
officially abolished during the next
session of the Kentucky legislature.
5. That in reorganizing the educational
system to meet the mandates of the
Supreme Court the following prin-
ciples be used as basic:
A. That each community begin a
study of the problem of integra-
tion as it effects that locality.
B. That all groups of the locality be
represented in the study, and that
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the discussions be open and
frank.
C. That the principles of democracy
be kept in mind in order that
some of the embarrassing prob—
lems that now confront this coun—
try as a world leader will not be
further aggravated.
D. That in the election of teachers,
their quailfications, experience,
and meritorious service be con—
sidered the guiding principles.
E. That the welfare of every boy and
girl be considered in the light of
a greater America and as better
world citizens.
F. That teachers already employed,
will have priority over any new
teachers, if they are qualified by
experience and training to fill the
positions efficiently.
.In order that teachers may receive
proper guidance, the K.T.A. recom—
mends that the Board of Directors
make a study of the wisdom of seek—
ing Social Security for Teachers.
. That the Kentucky Teachers Associa-
tion be represented on the State Con—
ference that will bring the education-
al needs of Kentucky to the attention
of the White House Conference in
Washington, D. C.
.Teacher Certification — The K.T.A.
recommends that the following be
considered for the improvement of
instruction:
A. That not less than a four—year pro-
gram in college accredited by the
National Council for Accreditation
of Teacher Education, and that
the program of preparation should
include an adequate general or
liberal arts education and profes—
sional education. The professional
education program should in—
corporate carefully planned lab-
oratory including
supervised student teaching.
B. That State financial policies should
encourage the employment of
fully certified teachers.
experiences,
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.The K.T.A. recommends that each
local community develop inter-racial
leadership that will provide whole-
some discussions of the problem of
integration. By so doing local Boards
of Education could be guided by
such deliberations in formulating
policies for the best interest of all
concerned.
That the Research Committee be
authorized to keep in touch with all
bills pertaining to federal aid to
education in order that guidance be
given to Members of the K.T.A.
. Since the Kentucky Negro Education
Association changed its
official name to Kentucky Teachers'
Association Incorporated, be it re-
solved that any Teacher, Supervisor,
or Superintendent in Kentucky
Schools may become an active mem-
ber of this association by paying the
annual dues. This association is
opened to all regardless of race,
color or creed.
Also the K.T.A. joins with the
NAACP in supporting amendments
that would wipe out any segregation
that may be included in the bills.
.Finally, the K.T.A. tenders its deep
appreciation to President A. R. Las-
ley, Mrs. Anita W. Robinson, and
Consultant A. S. Wilson for the very
efficient program planned and
brought to a successful conclusion.
recently
Respectfully submitted,
H. E. Goodloe, Chairman
IN MEMORIAM
Mrs. Lucy Harth-Smith
Lexington, Kentucky
Prin., B. T. Washington School
Past-President of K. T. A.
Leader in Negro History
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THE KTA PRESIDENT’S LETTER
October, 1955
Dear Co—Workers,
I should like, first of all, to express my
sincerest gratitude to each of you for the
confidence which you have imposed in
me by electing me as your president. 1
shall try and do my best to prove worthy
at your confidence.
No one can deny that We are entering
and even now have launched out into
the most critical period in the history of
education for the youth of Kentucky and
the nation. What we do now will deter—
n=ine the future course of education for
generations to come. It is essential that all
forces work together for the greatest good
to all pupils, teachers, administrators, par-
ents and citizens obtainable within the
framework of democracy
It is our studied opinion that the chal-
lenge is clearly presented: Do we desire
fzrst class citizenship status for all peoples
and are we willing to work to that end?
Therefore, we are urging everyone who is
Connected with or interested in the attain-
i.‘.ent of full educational benefits to all
students to join forces with all others who
are working toward this common end. This
we feel can best be achieved for the
present at least, by your enrolling in the
KTA 100%.
It shall be our purpose to utilize all
sources and personnel who have been so
valuable in making the previous adminis—
t;ations of our education association the
potent factor which it has been in the field
of education in our state and nation. Let
us resolve to relinquish none of the ad-
vantages or services which we have
hither-to enjoyed but, by sane, positive
leadership, enhance the status of adminis-
t:ators, teachers and students in all fields
0? activity.
We consider it very fortunate to have
an efficient staff of officers, and directors
and consultant with which to work. We
shall rely greatly upon their judgment
(ind long years of experience to guide the
destiny of our KTA through this moment-
ous year.
Yours for Education,
E. T. Buford, President
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(By Whitney M. Young)
”Give the world the best that you have
And the best will come back to you."
Many of us today are more concerned
about the frills of education than we are
about the solid matter. Some have the
ic'ea that a large school with a large en—
rollment, or even a greatly diversified cur—
riculum, spells good education Not even
highly trained teachers make a good
school. More and more, we are coming to
see that much of what has been consid-
ered education is really nothing but a
waste of time and energy.
What is needed today more than any-
thing else are schools which believe in a
comprehensive type of training. A school
with many exploratory courses in the
practical arts; a school where young
people will find an opportunity to explore
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their natural aptitudes and capabilities.
Less than 20% of our high school gradu-
ates will ever complete college. No mat-
ter how ambitious to do so they may be
they are lacking in finance and basic
training now being demanded by first rate
colleges.
The great need at this time is for young
people who have taken specialized
courses. The temptation to try to build
one's prestige on the fact that you may
have had so many years of higher mathe—
matics or a foreign language or a smat-
tering of science, has practically wrecked
the whole system. Many young people
are lured into educational blind alleys
from which they never escape. They go
through life groping in the dark but never
finding the peace or the necessary fin-
ance to give their family security.
(Continued at bottom of Page Eight)
PAGE SEVEN
Withtpologies To None
When I am introduced as a teacher, I
cm usually asked What I teach.
When I say "First Grade", I generally
hear a very flat “Oh.”
I have never been certain whether it is
an expression of pity, sympathy, disgust,
or perhaps disinterest. Always I wish I
had the time to explain to them like this:
Yes, I teach the first grade.
Where else would a handsome and very
young man put his arms around me and
ask, “Do you know that I love you?"
Where else could I tie so many hair
ribbons and belts and daily get to see a
style show of pretty dresses and shirts?
Vt’here else could I wear the same dress
day after day and be told each time that
it is pretty?
Where else could I walk up and down
aisles and have warm little hands touch
me?
Where else could I have the privilege
of wiggling loose teeth and receive the
promise that I may pull them when they
are loose enough?
Where else could I eat a soiled piece
of candy from a grimy little hand and not
become ill? (I have to eat it because he
watches to see that I do.)
Where else would the future look as
bright as it does amid an energetic group
to Whom not-hing is impossible?
Where else could I guide the first letter
formations of chubby little hands that
may some day write a book or an import—
ant document?
Where else could I forget my own aches
and pains because so many cut fingers,
scratched knees, bumped heads
broken hearts that need care?
Where else could I forget taxes and
even the “state of the Nation”
Stevie isn't grasping reading as he should
and other methods must be tried?
Where else could I stay so young as
with a group whose attention span is so
short that I must always keep a "Bag of
Tricks" up my sleeve?
Where else could I feel so close to my
Maker as I do each year When because of
something I have done, little children
learn to read?
Yes, I do teach first grade, Mr. and Mrs.
America, And I love it!
and
because
Iosephine Lemmons,
Primary Teacher,
Shelby County, Ind.
(Continued from Page Seven)
There are many things which Negro
youth may study today that would guar—
antee them a future. I am thinking of such
opportunities as starting a small business,
therefore getting a mastery of small busi—
ness economics. There is need for first
class beauty shops, barber shops, restaur-
ants, car—washing centers, auto mechanics,
radio repairmen, television repairmen,
trained dairymen, trained farm super-
visors, plumbers, electricians, nurses,
apartment managers, dressmakers, ca-
teresses, small store operators, filling sta-
tion attendants, carpenters and many
other types of employment which the 70%
of our high school pupils could easily
master and make a decent independent
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living.
We must free ourselves from the folly of
attending school just to be attending
school. The schools must be changed from
play centers to work centers. We have too
long gambled with the future of our young
people. Parents, teachers and friends of
education must be vitally interested in the
education of the masses. Only by having
a common front can we successfully meet
the standards which are necessary for
giving our young people a sound educa—
tion.
“He who always does his best, his best
will better grow,
But he who always shirks his work, he
lets the better go."
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K. T. A. Kullings
Mrs. M. B. Crawford, a teacher at Cen-
tral High School of Louisville, Kentucky,
was a guest faculty member at the Uni—
versity of Louisville during the summer of
1955. She conducted a workshop featuring
the contributions of the Negro to American
culture
Joseph K. Hurd, Ir., of Pueblo, Colorado,
was elected as president of the Boys'
Senate at the American Legion's 10th
Annual Boys' Nation in Washington, DC,
during the summer of 1955. Hurd is the
first Negro boy to be so highly honored.
This youth received special congratula-
tions from Senator Gordon Allot of Denver,
Colorado.
Iohn Liveious, a graduate of Central
High School, was a player on the Ken—
tucky team during the All-Star game be—
tween Kentucky and Indiana during lune
0t 1955. Liveious was the high point man
0: the game, scoring a total of 26 points.
He chosen most valuable player
when Kentucky defeated Indiana in Louis—
ville at the 2nd All—Star High School game
of the series.
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Dr. Ray Bixler, a professor at the Uni—
versity of Louisville, is the white
member of our KTA.
first
Iulius Price, a graduate of the Central
High School of Louisville, was nominated
by Senator Earle Clements as a candidate
for the West Point Military Academy. This
appointment was the culmination of the
efforts of Professor C. L. Timberlake, Presi-
dent of West Kentucky Vocational School
of Paducah, Kentucky.
The repairing and refurnishing of Art-
elia Anderson Hall (Boys' Dormitory) are
fast nearing completion at W.K.V.T.S.
Most of the instructors attended summer
school at the University of Louisville. Miss
afiended
the World Convention of the Disciples of
Christ in Toronto, Canada,
PAGE TEN
Osceola A. Dawson, Registrar,
The West Kentucky Vocational School
opened its 18th term with an increased
enrollment. Added to the staff are
new teachers: Mrs. Ruth McDaniel,
ington; Freda Troutman,
Ersena Harris, Gary, Indiana;
M, Miller, North Carolina.
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Mrs. and
Mr, T.
Lincoln Institute is now entering upon
its 43rd year of operation. The enrollment
to date is 560. Several new teachers wer:
added to the staff: Mr. William Taylor,
Social Science; Miss Ida E. Storr, Com—
merce; Miss Katherine M. Bennett, Music;
and Mr. Walter Gilliard, Physical Educa—
tion.
We are highly pleased over the fact
that so many young people are partic-
ularly interested in the vocational phase
of our work. The nursing class is the larg—
est in its history. Basic engineering and
agriculture are breaking all records.
New assistant principals in the city of
Louisville are Mr, Austin Edwards at the
DuValle Junior High School and Mr. Wiley
Daniel at the Iackson Iunior High School.
Kentucky State College's enrollment of
480 students this year is 10 per cent over
last year's, college officials said. The
students include two from Africa and one
Six white students are at—
Negro college's evening
from Japan.
tending the
classes.
Mesdames Anita W. Robinson and Lena
Warders, two Louisville teachers, were
guest instructors in education in Texas
Southern University at Houston, Texas,
during the summer term of 1955.
Atwood S. Wilson, principal of Central
High School and Mr. Robert Lawery, dean
of Central High School, and Mrs. Eunice
S. Wilson, mathematics teacher of Madi—
son Iunior High School in Louisville, did
graduate work beyond the Master's de-
gree at the University of Colorado during
the summer of 1955.
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THE K. T. A.
JOURNAL
FLESBH FflUNI] A WILLING AUDIENCE
(By Roy H. Bixler*)
Now that the furor has subsided, it
might be well for educators to seek an ex-
planation for the wide spread and en-
thusiastic response to WHY JOHNNY
CAN'T READ. Why did such an obvious
hoax -—— with its distortions, half-truths
and untruths receive such acclaim?
Normally such a response occurs when
people are disturbed about an issue but
have been unable to formulate an ade-
quate solution to the problems involved
At such times they tend to gasp at straws.
The response to Senator McCarthy's gyra-
tions is illustrative In all likelihood, dis—
satisfaction with out schools was respon-
sible for the reaction to Flesch's book in
much the same way as the fear of Com-
munism provided McCarthy with a fertile
field of activity.
Although there are many reasons, some
quite fantastic, why the public is dissatis—
fied with our schools, the most persistent
complaint is the vague charge that the
criminal is "progressive" education. This
accusation