The Officer’s Quarters

This page is dedicated to the faculty members who have made a difference in our lives. All submissions will be copied and pasted as written.

Mr. Beekman

Just wanted to say thanks to Mr. Beekman. 

 If not for him and the track team I may not have 

graduated. He pushed me 

when I thought I was through. I am sure I would 

have dropped out like my 

brothers if it weren't for him. He encouraged me 

to try out for the track 

team so I gave it a try. (never thought I would 

like running so much). I 

wasn't the smartest guy in school, but he never 

gave up. We had some good 

times in track and in class.

  Thanks Coach, you made a big difference in my 

life.

  Kenneth (Kenny) Baker

  class of 1985

Martha Fryfogle

I realize that this comes too late, but in my belief system, she will know.

Mrs. Fryfogle took the time to sit and talk with me on many occasions, realizing that I had some potential even at a time when no one else believed it, or they just didn’t let me know that they did. The most important talks were not ones of school work and social acceptance, but about life in general. It is with trepidation that I admit that without Mrs. Fryfogle’s understanding, patience, and acceptance of me as an individual rather than as a job obligation, not only would I not have graduated but I would have never reached my 18^th birthday.

For her family, I do not have to tell you what a special and gifted woman she was. I am sure you know it, but I say it because it needs to be said.

For Mrs. Fryfogle, yes, there are times I still feel the way I felt in your office, but even today, more than 20 years later, your words comfort and strengthen me, and I “weeble” J.

Carlene Hallowell, Class of 1980