Bishop Neumann Catholic High School - Cavalog Yearbook (Wahoo, NE)

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Leroy Konecky discovers that an ordinary typewriter contains more intricate parts than meet the eye. Maintenance of the machine was only one phase of Mr. Likes' typing instruction. The smiles of Sharon Swoboda and Roseann Wotipka convey the message that class is over. They will readily admit, however, that this business class is one of the more enjoyable. Business Courses Perhaps the reason business courses at Neumann are so attractive is because the future businessmen are mostly girls. Guided by the dynamic duo of Mr. Reeves and Mr. Likes, these typists and bookkeepers prepare to enter the highly • competitive realm of sec- retarial work. The few males in the group also seem satisfied in being mem- bers of the minority. Obviously, in this area of study, skill is of the utmost importance. Typing, in particular, requires reflexive concen- tration as opposed to intense rec- ollection. For many the wit of Mr. Reeves or the congeniality of Mr. Likes were welcome changes from the hum drum of the more mentally taxing sub- jects with extremely abstract practi- cality. Nimble fingers and overall organization are attributes of a successful typist. Diane Slaughter and Marilyn Bartek are intent on developing those qualities for 16 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF WAHOO FULL. SERVICE BANK 443-4117

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Jean Breunig, Jean Noha, Patty Humllcek, Nancy Jambor, Nancy Zlmola, Cindy Shana- han, and Sherry Cink. Social Studies Courtroom drama at its best was characteristic of the juniors' trial, spearheaded by Mrs. Likes. At this point Cindy Shanahan seems confident that she can break down the testimony of witness Bob Ludvik. Subject matter is as diver- sified as the techniques of the three instructors, Mrs. Jerry Likes, Sister Michaelene, and Mrs. Wayne Reeves. Informative outings such as County Govern- ment Day and Mock U.N. Day in Omaha provided added in- centive for learning. Fact finding ventures with films, slides, and libraries, such as the AMERICAN HERITAGE series, proved extremely bene- ficial in permeating basic in- struction with interesting ex- amples. Outside research result- ing in term papers and heated debates, rounded out the pro- gram. Tom Voboril and Jim Hakel seem skeptical of the capabilities of the new Saunders County voting machine, pointed out by Clerk Charlie Egr. M r. Reeves found such excursions to be practical for students. 15

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Readv Students Taking advantage of Neumann’s expanded bus- iness program, Connie Cihal and Jane Kontos practice their recently-acquired skills in short- hand. You guys . . . was the expression that Mr. Reeves often used to remind his students of their inadequacies. Neumann's business section utilized his talents in business math and bookkeeping. future use. Only practice, practice, practice, will make perfect. Mr. Likes sees to it that adequate time is spent doing just that. FARMER’S UNION CO-OP 647-2715 COLON, NEBRASKA