Accomplishments
Served in the US Navy Waves during World War II
Earned the Carl Towley Award, the Journalism Education Association’s highest award
Activities while attending RUHS included Honor Society, 1923-1926; Yearbook staff, 1925-1926; High Tide editor, 1925
Member of the first graduating class from UCLA’s Westwood campus
She taught Journalism at Redondo for 37 years
Memories
In the memories of the Distinguished Graduates, Helen was the most mentioned teacher having the greatest influence on their lives. She continued to stay in touch with most of her students, including an honorary membership in the RUHS Alumni Association, until her death in 2000.
(Editors note: Helen passed away May 31, 2000, in Manhattan Beach, before this honor could be bestowed on her. She was 92 years old.)