Ralph F. Pyle's nearly 14 years as Superintendent not only resulted in a faculty roster of some the the state's very best teachers, but also in the development of facilities as evidenced by the creation of the school buildings in Sidney Center and Masonville, the Pearl Street Elementary School and the High School.
As an educator he extended his activity outside of Sidney in order to be in a position to serve the Sidney Schools better: Secretary of Central School Boards Committee for Educational Research 1953-1958; Consultant in connection with the State Education Department of Business Management Handbook; Served on -the Advisory Committee of the State School Building Maintenance Training Program.
He was a continuing member of the New York State Teachers Association, Secondary School Principals Association, the Central School Principals Association, as well as the American Association of School Administrators, and a member of the Sidney Rotary Club, Chamber of Commerce, Masonic Lodge and St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
With degrees from Gettysburg College, Syracuse University and-Colunibia University, Mr. Pyle was not only well-prepared for the job, but espoused an exceptional philosophy: "Sidney students must have the best education, the best teachers, and the best school it is possible to provide;" and "Our young people should be provided the opportunity to learn to do better those desirable activities in which they participate as citizens now and in the future. Education is life. It is the life of the students during a very important period."
Over forty School supervisors and principals from the state attended his memorial service, a rare and special tribute to his achievement and impact.