Provo High School - Provost Yearbook (Provo, UT)

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FRANK CHAMBERS — Algebra I, Algebra II, Solid Geometry and Trig. Junior Class chairman and sponsor. RICHARD GAPPMEVER—Plane Geometry, Algebra I. Member of Girls’ Organization Preference Dance committee. X,” Y,” and Z” Are Mathematicians’ ABC’s OUR CHANGING CAMPUS reflected the changing world, where revolutionary ideas were replacing outmoded theories and methods in every phase of human endeavor. These innovations in the realms of the mind were much more subtle than the solid transformations that were taking place in the lot at the rear of “B” Wing. Many of them were in the field of mathematics, that fascinating, tantalizing subject that has been called by some “the music of reason.” There are few courses as taxing as those concerning mathematics, and we made the whole school aware of the instant challenge as fast as we could. We all suffered from hours and hours of homework, not only because of the staggering amount that was expected of us, but also because most of us had experienced few subjects requiring the quality of study habits necessary to meet the standards of this department. The memorization of numerous theorums and numberless formulas was only a small part of the training we had to absorb before getting into the really stimulating problems, problems that gave us such intense feeling of pride and amazement upon completion. Also, from algebra to physics, the various fields of mathematics fostered and developed reason to its highest level. In Mr. Reese’s geometry class, discussions were lively and excitingly animated, and often they were punctuated with sharp but rewarding arguments. —17— KAY LAURSEN — Algebra I. II, Plane Geometry, Boys’ Day Organization Dance Committee, National Merit Scholarship. RUDOLPH REESE — Algebra II and III, Solid Geometry and Trig., Plane Geometry, Scholarship chairman, honor roll. DON BLASONGAME — Algebra I and Consumers’ Math. He helped with football coaching at P.H.S., Ski Club sponsor.

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DEPARTMENTS FEW GRADUATES CAME from Provo High during its first few years. The first graduating class boasted less than twenty students; each student knew ever ' other student in the school by his first name. The tiny school’s administration consisted of a principal and a secretary. The principal taught occasionally, counseled, and did his best to supervise the school. Only the necessary classes were taught because the staff was not large enough to handle any more. But as the population of Provo grew, the school had to grow. Today, Provo High has over fifteen hundred students. The administration consists of a principal, an assistant principal, an assistant superintendent, four counselors, a secretary, and several helpful office workers. In addition to these, over fifty teachers compose the faculty. Instead of just a required program, students can enroll in well over one hundred assorted subjects offered by approximately fifteen different departments. They provide a comprehensive education with which a student can compete in the changing world of today. They also include enrichment courses in music, the arts, and French. Our school has changed from a country high school to a large city high school and is still undergoing great changes today to be able to compete with a new and bright tomorrow. Mr. Twitchell tells Linda Snow and Jim Maland about the ripple tank, a water-holding tank with a flat glass bottom. The water surface acts as a lens when it’s rippled; light passing through it is curved and brought to a focus on the white screen below.

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In most art classes, students worked with ceramics, clay, charcoal and pencil. In addition to these classes, a special painting class was taught. Here, students of this class concentrate individually to develop a personal style. “I MIGHT AS WELL throw this one away and start all over again.” This became a familiar phrase for almost all General Art and Painting Class students. We worked with materials that are easily found in grade schools such as clay and crayons. However, unlike grade school kids, we used a model instead of imagination. COMMERCIAL ART afforded us many trying experiences. In our first attempts at lettering, we sometimes forgot to block, and therefore ran out of space. After many starts, our posters were finished to everyone’s satisfaction. WHEN WE FIRST became acquainted with our Speech I class, we were dubious and a wee bit frightened. However, after a few weeks, speech became our favorite class. We went into public speaking, demonstrations, pantomimes, etc. By the time we became Speech II students, we were old timers in the profession. We directed our own scenes, did characterizations, and helped back stage at school productions and assemblies. PROVO HIGH’S DEBATERS scoured the libraries, interviewed doctors, went into huddles, and came up with the pros and cons about medicare for the aged. A small recipe box. trademark of a debater, never failed to impress those of us who admired facility with words and with ideas. Perserverance In Art Brings Results Talented Mike Coleman gives some fine pointers on painting to Thom Gatcnby. Mike has entered many of his paintings in contests throughout this area. His talent is especially in demand at Provo High for drawings in the yearbook and school paper; scenery for plays; and signs. CLESTON RIGBY — Commercial Art, General Art, Yearbook Art. Provost makeup and art, art contests and posters. —18—