Grand Prairie High School - Geep Yearbook (Grand Prairie, TX)

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angle!! W 'J English teachers are, left to right: Mrs. Sarah Weidemeyer, Mrs. Gwendolyn Waller, Miss Ellen Roye, Mrs. Thelma Holley, Mrs. Florine Hulsey, and Mrs. Varina Hight. This is English . . . our cultural and grammatical foundation for every- day living. We spend at least three . . . and usually four . . . high school years becoming familiar with the classics of literature . . . the mechanics of grammar. In her speech classes, Mrs. Sue Braden fEnglishJ strives not only to developlease before an audience, but stresses the physical and mental poise which brings about perfect de- livery in public speaking. The publications department, headed by Mrs. Dorothy Sprinkle Uournalism, Publications, Englishl publishes the school newspaper, The Prairie Dog, and our annual, the Geep.

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746 of . . The key of languages unlocks many doors . . . translates the great literature of ancient civilizations . . . enables verbal communication with our neighbors in the world . . . broadens our knowledge and understanding of other peoples . . . increases our learning of our own language. Through our study of languages we develop a kinship with nations past and present. spanish Mrs. Mattie Benskin and Mrs. Gladys Thomas lEnglishJ often incorporate the study of Latin American customs into their Spanish classes. latin Mrs. Hattie Searcy has returned to Geep High after an absence of three years to instruct students in Latin grammar, literature, history, and mythology. I5

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F AQ 65 I I I I 0606 l The intricate mysteries of Science emerge as students delve into their studies and experi- ments, carefully observing causes and results. science Science is a builder . . . a builder of nations . . . a builder of national security and prosperity. Many colleges offer scholarships to outstanding students to encourage them to enter a scientific field. ,tr 7 419 K Xl 9 Biology, taught by Miss Beth Wag- goner, Mr. Foster McCollum, and Mrs. Anne Cromer is a popular course at Geep High, especially among sophomores. To aid the study of large classes, the biology labs are stocked with many microscopes, specimens, and charts. Physics and Chemistry, the more advanced science courses taught by Mr. Wayne Kilgore, whet the curios- ity and make students eager to learn and understand. Our modern, well equipped science labs help make learning fun and understanding easy. ,Y 'eye --M-:iw --'K