Central High School - Echo Yearbook (Superior, WI)

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Popular Homeroom 129 is MR. RENE MOE'S. In his physics classes, students heard him ask such questions as What is the difference between forced vibration and sympathetic vibration? Besides teach- ing physics, Mr. Moe is the Visual Aids adviser. Not only does he supervise film projection but also the use of the sound equipment. English is automatically associated with MISS HELEN O'BRlEN, who has taught many students at Central. You always can find her giving freshmen advice on correct usage in sentence structure, capi- talization, punctuation, and other fundamentals, as well as discussing selections in literature texts or examining suitable books for library reading. Miss O'Brien advises the L. D. P. Club. Boys, you're doing fine, but . . . is a familiar saying of COACH NORMAN OLSON during the half of any basketball game. Coach Olson is the man behind Central's basketball brigade. This is Mr. Olson's third year at the Viking helm. He also teaches physical education and is the assistant foot- ball coach. New to Central is MR. WARREN PETERS, who has won the popularity of commercial students by giving them helpful assistance and constructive advice. Mr. Peters teaches first year typing and shorthand. In addition to commercial work, he help- ed plan the guidance day program. Take a letter are words typifying MR. ROY PETERSON'S secretarial classes. Mr. Peterson teaches office typing and secretarial practice and per- sonal typing. During sixth hour he goes into the mimeograph room to prepare tests, maps, and other material for the school. He also served on the faculty finance committee and is manager of the music de- partment. MISS MINNIE RASMUSSEN, who teaches English to juniors, can be heard entering her class re- citing a few verses of beautiful poetry . . . Emerson, Bryant, or Frost. American literature and the funda- mentals of English are the chief elements of study for junior English classes. Creative writing is undertaken in this course, also. MISS MARGARET REHNSTRAND, senior class co-chairman, teaches four years of art. Art l students are taught an understanding of art as a whole: the underlying structure common to all forms of art- design and color--and art applying to everyday liv- ing. Advanced art requires Art l and is planned to meet the needs of students who have special ability. mir

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Future homemakers of MISS LOIS KASMARK'S home economics classes have learned important fun- damentals in domestic science. Color, design, and line . . . all must be considered before attempting creations in sewing. Studying the contents of food, planning and cooking meals are undertaken in the foods course. Miss Kasmark has charge of ninth grade girls. MR. WILLIAM KELLER is the able director of the Orchestra and the String Ensemble. In addition to his duties at Central, Mr. Keller spends afternoons instructin the string sections of Superior State Col- lege and ifIcCaskill School orchestras. Mr. Keller is a skilled violinist who performed at the Parents' Night Reception and Christmas programs. Let's get on the ball! This advice could be heard by MR. JOHN KROCK'S students during the past year, as he encouraged them to carry out their work. Mr. Krock, a newcomer to Central, teaches mathematics and general metal shop. Aside from these classes, he is a member of the faculty finance com- mittee. MR. ROBERT LANE, teacher of social studies, has been teaching this subject for several years, but his secret ambition is to do research work. Counted among his enjoyable pastimes are woodworking. fish- ing, and reading. His interest in music . . . he enjoys singing . . . gives him much pleasure. Vlf you should wander into MISS ALICE LOMOE'S room during class hours, you would see a group of sophomore students diligently writing themes or learning their verbs and pronouns. Along with teaching sophomore English, she is dean of ninth and tenth grade girls and adviser to the Booster club. A familiar and well liked person at Central is MISS IRENE MCGILL. She is a member of the Social Science Department in which she teaches world history. Although she is busy teaching history, she is always willing to lend a hand at other activities. Among them is serving on the faculty finance com- mittee. All ri ht now . . . in the key of C. This is frequentl heard in MR. LOUIS MEIER'S music room. Mr. Meier directs the Iunior and Senior Choirs, the Triple Trio, and the Vocal Ensemble. His groups took part in two concerts, one at Christ- mas, he other in the spring. J'

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The humorous atmosphere of MR. IOSEPH SCHMIDTS five English classes is enjoyed by eleventh and twelfth graders alike. His pupils have been heard to say that he can make even grammar in- teresting. Mr. Schmidt is the Hi-Y Club adviser be- sides serving on the student social and Echo editorial committees. Crescendo, louder. that's it. Now come in on the fourth beat on page eight. What goes on? It's MR. S. BRINLEY SHAW rehearsing the Senior Band. He also directs the junior Band and gives in- strumental lessons at Central and in other Superior schools, Mr. Shaw is a genial person who has a friendly smile for everyone. Always busy and always prepared to lend a help- ing hand best describe MR. IOSEPH SITEK. A peek at his busy schedule would find him in charge of four chemistry classes and a course in photography. Along with teaching, Mr. Sitek is responsible for all school photography and is adviser to the Shuttermen Club and the Echo Photographers. MISS MARGARET SPIELMACHER, head of the mathematics department, is a resourceful teacher whose wide experience in school affairs makes her an excellent one from whom to seek advice. Miss Spiel- macher initiated and directs the annual college day, a guidance activity. High standards are maintained in her alqebra and advanced mathematics courses. MISS SELMA SWANSTROM, a new Central teacher, began the year in her social science classes with Superior as the main subject of discussion. At this time, Miss Swanstrom conducted the students on tours to various business concerns, Her students also became acquainted with the city's form of government. Assisting in play production, she designed and made many costumes. , Attending to the literary interests at Central is MRS. LILLIAS TEPOORTEN. Although new to the school this year, she has made many friends through her cheerful smile and willingness to assist all who seek her advice. Through simple regulations, which must be kept by everyone, a tidy and orderly atmosphere was maintained in the library. The exhilerating atmosphere of MISS GRETA TETZLER'S American history classes is enjoyed by all of her students. In addition to teaching history, Miss Tetzler is the popular adviser of the Athenae Club. She also has served on the pep rally, cheer- leader, and student social committees.