Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts - Mohawk Yearbook (North Adams, MA)

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1930 THE NORMALOGUE MR. CUMMINGS NORTI-I ADAMS, MASS. Teacher of M annual Trafimbig The Ihing tha! goes Ihr furlhesl Tozeards making life worth wllile, Tha! cosls fhe least and does the fmosl, Is just a pleasant smile. A cheery nod and a winning smile as you pass!--how en- couraging to doubtful aspirants of the carpentry profession-- Always ready to lend a helping hand if right angles are not right or squared corners are not square. Our course would have been incomplete without this added touch for we Shall always think of it with fond remembrance. MISS SHOLES NORTII ADAMS. Mass. Teaelzer of lIII7l!l1l'07'h', Smziiniimz, I 'UUh'I'lIfj and Sezrfhzg What one of us has not felt that she will be a better teaelier for having known Miss Sholes? Une of our most patient. cheerful, and helpful teachers! She has taught us lo be better people by her example alone. You will always hold a speeial plaee in our hearts. Miss Sholes. MR. ELDRIDGE NORTH ,ADAMS, MASS. Teacher of History, Geography and Eemzonzies 'We had as Juniors been looking forward to Economies classes with Mr. Eldridge. Were we disappointed? Ver- tainly not. The lively discussions which ensued over various problems were most interesting and enlightening Shall we ever forget that memorable trip to Albany and those gay hikes to Greylock? I3

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THENORMALOGUE 1930 ROGER F. HOLMES NORTH ADAMS, Mass. Principal af Ttrcrining School, Teacher of Child Study, Edfucafion, H istory of Education, Manage- ment and Penmanship I Mr. Holmes is one who realizes that, All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy : so, he finds time for his piano and many of our social functions. He is a real friend- -always ready to offer a suggestion or help,--a teacher of unusual professional growth, forever seeking the latest and best ideas in Education and handing them on to others: and we mustn't forhet his humor! The class of 1930 wish him the best of success in his chosen CZITCGF. MISS MARY A. PEARSON NORTH ADAMS, MASS. Teacher ry' D1'a1uing and Handicraft When some of us entered the portals of N. A. N. S., we possessed an inferiority complex concerning our Art ability. However, because of Miss l'earson's rare ability and gracious charm, even the most hopeless of us have seen a ray of hope. The class of 1930 pats itself on the back when thinking of the fine choice for class advisor. A worthy one she has proven to he. After two years of her guiding us through the whirlpools of pcrplexities and doubts, we wish to extend our sincere appreciation for the many, many helps. II is our wish that many others may have the privilege of experiencing the influence of her keen wit and graeiousncss of manner. MR. VENABLE NORTH ADAMS, Mass. Teacher of Science and Zoology Success lies noi in aellie-:wing 'Il',lGl you aim al Hu! in aiming al 'iehaf you ought Io 0!'llII'1'I'.u How vitally important becomes the problem of introducing science into schools where principals cling to antique ideas, when Mr. Ycnahle's bullet-proof arguments assail us. His convincing manner inspires us with proper scientific conceptions in regard to the phenomena of nature. In fact, we consider it a moral duty to gaze, with outward calm at least. on such mere trifles as snakes or wasps in the classroom. We shall make an earnest effort to uphold hisideals,even to the point of compiling our own courses of study or elementary science textbooks, if necessary. 12

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suggestions when she visits us next year will help and inspire THE NVORMALOGUE 1930 MISS WESTON MEDFORD, MASS. Teacher of Hygiene and Physical Education Miss Weston entered N. A. N. S. when we did and mani- fested so much enthusiasm in planning hikes and outings for us that we immediately felt that she was one of us. How much we have enjoyed her gym and hygiene classes with her cheery voice to guide us! Because of her ever ready helpful suggestions, we feel that we shall be better health teachers in our own schools. The class of 1930 leaves the best of wishes for you, Miss Weston. Ap INIISS ELIZABETH JENKINS NORTH ADAMS, MASS. Teacher of Rural Eclucation, Supervisor of Ex- tension Department, and Rural Dem- 07'lSf'7'0li'i07L Schools Miss Jenkins is one of our most business-like. yet inspira- tion-giving, teachers. Through her wide-awake classes she has shown us what opportunities we have for missionary- work in our own rural schools. We shall miss her worth- while and interesting classes, but we know that her tactful us to greater efforts! MISS BARIGHT FARMINGTON, N. H . Teacher of Story-Telling, Literafuire, E.z'pression and Ethics Some of our happiest moments at N. A. N. S. have been spent in Miss Baright's classes. She has carried us into the world of our imagination many, many times, away from our little every-day troubles: yet if we wanted or needed her help she always gave it gladly and plentifully! For example: consider our play. Miss Baright was the making of it. She is a dear friend as well as an excellent teacher to every one of us. Words fail when we try to express our appreciation of a teacher like Miss Baright. 14