Binghamton Central High School - Panorama Yearbook (Binghamton, NY)

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f -gl jf' Mrs. Chamberlain fsubstituting for Miss Blooml and Mr. Moore. HMM... Every student at Central High School must take a half year health course. The students in these class- es learn about the human body and its structure. Dc- tailed charts of the skeleton and diagrams of the res- piratory, circulatory and digestive systems are ex- plained. Mental and emotional health, as well as physical, are studied during the term. ln these days of stress and strain, it is essential that we realize how closely these areas are related. Miss Bloom and Mr. Moore, the two health instructors at Central, also emphasize the importance of good grooming habits, which are essential in everyday living. The entire course is designed to help the student in his associa- tions with other people. Other topics covered dur- ing each semester include first aid, nutrition, and elementary psychology. Although the study of health is mandatory, most students find the course very worthwhile. A thorough understanding of the prin- ciples ot health enable them to lead happier and better adjusted lives. Q .,-9 g N T sv 9' , Oo 5 N., N. an Q3 eq QCA X i' ii, ox' X4-Q' QS .A 1 M,,,ill ' C510 so 80 V ll 3+ C O0 XO O OXQQOQ NNT- O0 ,503 Og 60 ,QQ OOK we' H K st O .Oo A i 0 f 0 Sports were more fun than ever this year because of the completion of our wonderful new gym! At last the long-cherished dream has become a realit . Under the direction of our physical education teach- ers, the gym classes have proven to be excellent builders of strong bodies and good sportsmanship. Coaches Henry Merz and Arthur Sharpsteen with their assistants developed good basketball, track, swim, football, volleyball, baseball, bowling, rifle, golf, and tennis teams, in addition to emphasizing intramural sports. Central girls also entered the sports picture under the guidance of Miss Margaret Frear and Mrs. Xenia Kostun. After-school volley- ball, basketball, badminton and tumbling were of- fered. The luxurious new swimming pool was also used to capacity. Many girls received junior and senior lifesaving awards, and our superior swimming team presided at many meets there. This has indeed been a red-letter year for athletics at Central High, and our cheerleaders and students really had some- thing to yell about. Left to right: Henry Merz, Margaret Frear, Arthur Sharp- steen. Absent: Xenia Kostun.

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Our future mechanics. Kow I Mr. tdward Mock, Mrs. Elsie Winchell, Mr. James Kerr. Row 2 Mr. Lee Kent, Mr. Frank Clark, Mr. Francis Gorgos, Mr. Frank Collen, Mr. Harold Hess, Mr. Fred Barrett Imwzwl. . 0 The ground floor at Central High is one of the busiest of the school's four stories. This floor serves as a training center for the great number of students taking industrial subjects. These pupils are trained for 'obs which they will be able to undertake immediately after graduation. This de- partment is well equipped to prepare boys for vocational careers. Under the guidance of expert teachers they are instructed in such subjects as machines, auto shop, printing shop, metal shoo, mechanical drawing, and wood shop. In these classes the students learn how to use and repair the machines of the trade in which they are interested. The boys in auto shop become well enough ac- quainted with the working of automobile engines to become mechanics after graduation, for they are instructed in the fundamentals of that subject. Print shop contributes 0 greatdeal in service and materials, such as programs for the term play, Senior Prom, and commencement exercises. The boys in Wood Shop often make extra bookcases and knicknack shelves which are sold at a nominal fee. Many students in the mechanical drawing classes continue their engineering studies and be- come industrial designers. Other helpful subjects are machines and metal shop. However, not all industrial subjects are for boys. The beauty culture course is especially beneficial to those girls who wish to become beauticians. Here at Central the excellent machines and facilities give our vocational students fine practical training. Complicated, isn't it? F- L' s f is 9 he Q 1' i mg K f - 7 . ,lf lv I X smtp jr ' 1 l it l' , Q Mil' g-jj W ij 1 ' 4 jjmssww .. gr' :WWW ',.f-'- f. I5 Hard work, but lots of fun.

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i Miss Grace Holcomb H O Central High School offers an excellent course to those students who want to further their education in Home Economics. Both boys and girls find it interesting and valuable regardless of their major field. Under the capable direction of both Mrs. Lillian Perkins, the de- partment head, and Miss Dagmar Wulff, Home Ec stu- dents study child care, interior decoration, sewing, et- iquette, cooking, and nutrition. Emphasis is also plac- ed on poise. The correct posture while one is standing, sitting, and walking is demonstrated to the pupils. Groups are taught, not only in regular classrooms, but also in the special modern homemaking room. Well balanced meals are prepared in the cooking classes and the importance of proper diet is stressed. Efficient methods of performing daily chores are taught to all as- piring homemakers. A course in Home Economics bene- fits not only future housewives but also social workers, interior decorators, teachers, research workers, and dietitians. Even those students who do not major in the field of Home Economics find a use for their knowledge, whatever their walk of life. Mr . Andrew Harris NNE G One of the most interesting and diversified courses offered to Central High students is the art program, taught by Miss Grace Holcomb. A two or three year art course is available. First year students do not specialize but learn the basic elements of the subiect. They are taught the use of various materials, such as poster paint, charcoal, water color, chalk, and pas- tels. They also acquire good taste in buying clothing, furniture, and fabrics. The classes are instructed in the appreciation of both the Old Masters and modern works. The more advanced second year pupils learn the elements of costume design, landscapes, and the sketching of fig- ures from real life. Students who possess real talent or who want to follow careers in commercial art, costume design, architecture, retailing, or interior decorating take the advanced curriculum offered in the third year. Man opportunities are offered to those who wish to teach art, because the need for art teachers all over the country is acute. Room 325 is certainly one of the most active and creative centers at Central. Miss Dagmar Wulff and Mrs. Lillian Perkins. Drive as though your life depends on it - because it does! Drive safely -don'tbecome a statistic! Those are slogans well worth remembering in these days when automobile accidents take an alarming toll of life. We are told that the teenager is responsible for more than his proportionate share of these accidents. To meet this challenge, Central provides a drivers' training course taught by Mr. Andrew Harris, for students sixteen ears old or over. Pupils are thoroughly familiarized with the fundamentals of operating an automobile. Movies and film strips are shown to illustrate the important points of safe driving. ln six weeks most students are ready to drive in city traffic. After ten weeks students practice on highways and one-way streets. The traffic laws of New York and other states are studied. Upon completion of the course students who are seventeen years old are given a card entitling them to obtain their senior opera- tor's licenses. Those eligible are urged to take this driv- ing course. Remember, The life you save may be your own!