Academy initiates Christian Educators Conference The First Annual Christian Educator's Conference, held August 18-19 at Harding Academy, was attended by approximately 120 Arkansas teachers and administrators . Mr. Chuck Henson , superintendent of West Memphis Christian Academy, presided. Other schools represented were Central Arkansas Christian of Jacksonville and Crowley's Ridge Academy of Paragould. Discussion groups and seminars for different grade levels and general sessions for all composed the formal training sessions and a banquet at a local catfish house gave all of the educators a chance to become better acquainted. This year Ed Higginbotham completed his third year as superintendent for Harding Academy . Known as "Coach Ed ," he has worked consistently for the betterment of the student's lifestyle. "My goal here at Harding Academy is to see the students, faculty and parents working together toward the common goal of optimum growth for our student body ." Harding Academy's principal, Bill Diles, has finished his sixteenth year with the school. He keeps statistics for the football team and advises students in addition to his administrative duties. "The primary purpose of Harding Academy is to teach Bible . My wish for the Academy is that we would accomplish our purpose so well that there would be obvious growth in each person connected with the school." Guidance Counselor and Registrar Ed Land has completed his fifth year at Harding Academy. He also teaches seventh and eighth grade math and Bible . "I'd like to help develop an atmosphere so that · every student could feel the love of God in all of his life" 1. RESTING between innings , Mr. Diles takes part in the Faculty-All Star softball game. 2. BUSY at work, Mr. Diles keeps things running smoothly at the Academy. 3. EXPLAlNING his past ca reer, Mr. Higginbotham is interviewed on "Meet the Administrator. " 4. SPEAKING at the Christian Educator's Conference, Mr. Land explains the need for a closer relationship between teachers and students. Administration ~ 343
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