Breck School - Mustang Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

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Mr. Jack Blalherwick (Athletic Director) Mr . Donnj Cillmjn (Girls' Phy-Ld) Mr. Leroy He selroth (Bov ’ Phy-F.d) Mr. David Knoblauch (Boy ' Phy-Ed) A complete Lower School program of physical education consists of enjoyable as well as healthful activities. The program in the primary grades stresses free play, organized games, and some calisthenics as students begin the development of the body as well as the mind. Students in grades four through eight receive preparation for skills needed in athletic competition at higher levels as well as gymnastic activities to assist students in their growing years. A varied approach is utilized to acquaint students with many types of physical activities. Physical education in grades 9-12 is given for students not participating in sports or cheerleading. Mrs. Cillman directs the girls' activities, while Mr. Hesselroth and Mr. Knoblauch are in charge of the boys' classes. 17

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 Canon F. Dougla Henderson Rev. Robert Babbitt (Chaplain) Mr . Betty Hancock Since Breck believes the central theme and heart of the school is in its spiritual life, the school aims to provide the student with an understanding of his relationship with Cod and the community. A program of religious studies is given in alternate grades from fourth through twelfth grade and attempts to help the student understand himself, strengthen his own faith, and develop sincere, friendly relationships with his classmates. Mrs. Hancock teaches the basic affirmations of Christian living in the Lower School while Rev. Babbitt discusses the application of Christian precepts and moral values in creating a loving community with older students. Canon Henderson's senior classes discuss problems of Breck and the outside world as they prepare to go out into the adult community. 16

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Mu BtiliktTIuchfi (Librarian) Mrt. Edith Ulnr (Library Auiitant) A program of library instruction is given students in grades one through six, and is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the resources available to him and an appreciation of the usefulness of books. Under the direction of Mrs. Thacher, students in the primary grades are given an acquaintance with and appreciation for literature through story time and independent reading. The student is encouraged to broaden his interests and increase his reading skill as he passes through years when the comprehension of basic reading fundamentals is essential. The fourth through sixth grade program continues encouraged independent reading along with exposure to and instruction in the use of the resources the library offers. Students learn to use guides, references, and indexes, and are also introduced to the Upper School Library. The Upper School Library offers both book and non-book materials as a logical complement to academic work. Mrs. Thacher, Mrs. Utne, and a committee of student volunteers assist students in independent and group research and make available audio-visual aids as an extension of the research process. 18