Alleghany County High School - Alcova Yearbook (Covington, VA)

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Science Department sponsors Science Fair Donna Kelly checks her science fair entry before the judges come around. Mrs. Ethel Glover Madison College B.S. Science Mr. Hugh Y. Jackson Glenville State College, A.B. Science Laboratories, white lab coats, lecture periods, field trips, slide rules, scientific methods, awareness and observation — all typify the ACHS Science De- partment. Courses introduce the student to scientific investi- gation, experimentation, and reporting. Students learn principles involving the application of heat, mechanics, sound, light, and electricity. They learn to investigate chemical problems through research and experimentation. One of the major projects of the Science Department is an annual Science Fair in which all science students are encouraged to par- ticipate. Mr. Charles F. Merica West Liberty State College, B.S. Chemistry, Science Mr. Ralph Metz Pennsylvania State University, B.S. Physics Mr. R. G. Sheltman Randolph-Macon College A.B. Biology SCA Mrs. Anne K. Watts West Virginia University, A.B. Science 28

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Business Department has many objectives To study the correct office methods and systems; to secure effective correspondence and stenographic work; to learn filing and duplicating methods; to pre- pare office reports; to solve office problems with em- ployee supervision and control; these are the objec- tives of the Business Department. This department is designed to acquaint the stu- dent with different types of office machines and their appropriate use in business organizations, as well as to develop skill in the use of these machines. Students develop typewriting and dictation speed and accuracy, and learn to apply these skills in business. Among the experiences provided are visits to lo- cal businesses, discussions with supervisory person- nel, and development of good leadership techniques. In conjunction with the Business Department is the FBLA. The business teachers are in charge of this association and through membership in the club, the students gain valuable information relating to the field of business that would be impossible to bring out in the classroom. Mrs. Swartz assists Mike Stinnett with a problem as Lois McAllister continues with her work. Mrs. Harriet H. Bush Madison College, B.S. Bookkeeping; Office Practice FBLA; Senior Sponsor Mrs. Margaret Sams Concord College, B.S. Shorthand; General Business FBLA 27 Mrs. Maude Rae Swartz Mary Washington College, B.S. Typing I and II FBLA

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Practical Arts students learn varied skills Mr. Richard C. Duff Richmond Professional Institute, B.S. Distributive Education Sponsor, Distributive Education Clubs of America Those students who enjoy working with their hands gain valuable training in the Practical Arts Depart- ment. Students learn proper use and care of equipment, safety precautions, the ability to follow directions, as well as patience and coordination. To add a bit of variety to the courses, each year the Homemaking Department exchanges students with the Industrial Arts Department for one week. This switch often proves to be humorous as well as helpful. Another very useful course in the Practical Arts Department is driver ' s training, taught by Mr. Mitch- ell. Students taking driver ' s training learn proper handling, care, and use of an automobile. Mrs. Jane Harmon Madison College, B.S. Homemaking Sponsor, Future Homemakers of America Mr. Robert C. Knabenshue West Virginia Institute of Technology, B.S. Woodwork, Mechanical Drawing Mrs. Maria B. Perdue Madison College, B.S. Homemaking Sponsor, Future Homemakers of America Cynthia Byers looks o little bewildered os Mr. Mitchell begins to explain to her how a tire is changed. Mr. Samuel B. Mitchell College of William and Mary, B.S.; M.Ed. Driver ' s Education Coach, J.V. Basketball Assistant Coach, Baseball Mr. Joseph M. Tuholsky Murray State College, B.S.; M.A, Industrial Arts 29