Governor Mifflin High School - Archive Yearbook (Shillington, PA)

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fhe Experiment The entire process of being edu- cated is made more interesting by the addition of outside activities. These activities serve as stimulants to make the mind alert and receptive to new ideas and concepts. They aid, too, in building character for the in- dividual by rounding out his experi- ences through active participation and leadership. When various chemicals are put together, an explosion is sometimes likely to occur. This year's athletic teams have had a combination of players which gave them explosive action and positive results. The coaches and captains may be referred to as the scientists who use formulas and then put the correct combination together to ensure the success of the experiment. In the student's free time, he re- laxes his mind and relieves himself of the many problems of the day by indulging in a.hobby, dancing, party- going, etc. These pursuits add other valuable facets to his personality by teaching him to get along with other people and use his leisure time con- structively. in . . 4 V 4 o .sw ' 9 e pi. Ngrfhz H. ' r f on -a J R , P T s ' .ff V 1 I , . A

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effing up Learning is like mercury, one of the most powerful and excellent things in the world in skillful handsg in unskillful, the most mischievous. Teachers are a part of a very com- plex formula which makes up our individual lives, and they have a pro- found influence on our future en- deavors and successes. As with every graduating class, this year's has been filled with knowledge, mixed with emotions, and enlightened by experience. Through being exposed to these abstract qual- ities,the seniors have been prepared to face the more concrete problems and affairs of the world. Being prepared to meet their fu- ture problems, the underclassmen are now in perhaps the most inter- esting period of their school caree1'. Their minds can be likened to chem- icals or ideas which react spontane- ously when influenced by studies and extra-curricular activities. 'i u i. 'K 1 J

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We, the staff of the 1957 ARCHIVE, dedi- cate this yearbook to a gentleman who has devoted untold time, energy, and ability to the development of the physical education program of our school, Mr. William H. Firing. Since coming to Shillington in 1943, Mr. Firing has exerted a great influence for good on the boys in his health education and gym classes. He trained countless athletes, and personally inspired and aided many to continue their athletic careers in college and professional circles. As a coach, Mr. Firing can look with pride at an enviable record of champion football and track teams, He was honored last year for twenty-five years of service as a coach in the county. He has earned a reputation for fielding consistently good teams, which have won many trophies and championships for Governor Mijlin High School. Every experiment requires a certain amount of inspiration to ensure its ultimate success. That is the element you have contributed. So to you, Mr. Firing, a fine teacher, able coach, and respected friend of youth, we present this ARCHIVE. UIGATIUN