Central High School - Maroon and White Yearbook (Sioux City, IA)

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Mr. Marlin Mr. Nelson Miss Perkins Miss Nelson Miss Yah! Math may be offered as a major, but if not, the pupil must take two semesters, which constitute a minor. Geometry One and Two, required of all Sophomores, is the main subject taught by dark-haired Mr. Ray. This is a study of the properlies and relations of common geometric forms, such as the triangle, the parallelogram, and the circle. uThis is a course in logic reasoning, declares Miss Thompson to her Solid Ge- ometry classes. In Solid Geometry, one applies the principles of Plane Geometry to figures of three dimensions. Another favorite of this teacher is: HHow many think itis correct? How many think it isnit? Most of you don't think. Miss Sieuteville and Miss Hodge are representatives of Algebra Three and Four, respectively. The former subject consists of a further development of fundamental topics. The latter is a study of logarithms and principles. Advanced Arithmetic includes a rapid review of the fundamentals of arithmetic and the application of practice problems in which plane and solid geometry and advanced algebra are involved. Mr. Little- john is the sole teacher who assigns these problems. Miss Claypool, who is considered by many as 'Lsimply grandu, pounds Trigo- nometry into unresponsive brain cells. c'Trig consists of the study of the triangle. The course is divided into two parts, nu- merical trigonometry and analytical trigo- nometry. It sounds terrible. Right face! We shall now consider the Social Science Parade passing in review before us. This outstanding department, although rather dull and tiring at times, is elliciently led by Miss McNellis and her loyal subjects of General History One. This is a study of man in his earliest homes, and the story of the chief move- ments of civilization up through the Mid- dle Ages. Since Miss McNellis teaches History, Egypt, Greece, and Rome remain no mystery. General History Two, which is a con- tinuation of the first semester, includes a

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and to face their problems with realism. During this semester, which is the last req- uisite in English, twelve weeks are spent in the study of Modern American and British Poetryi' and of uMilton's Minor Poems . Moreover there is again included a thorough review of grammar, and oral and written composition. Many English classes also subscribe to the weekly Scholastic , in an effort to keep in touch with contemporary life and letters. After completing the preceding seven courses, the youthful parader may go on with English in four branches-English Literature, American Literature, Speech, or Expression. English Literature, which is taught by Miss Jordan, is the study of the history of literature in England from its earliest beginning to the twentieth century. Stress is laid on the masterpieces of poetry and prose. American Literature offers a course in the study of American writings from Colonial times to the present day. Miss L. Greenen is the sole teacher in this course. The fundamentals of speech, including voice, language, action, and material are studied in Speech. Actual practice in speaking, under the direction of personable Mr. Hacker, is the most outstanding work undertaken during the semester, but de- bating and parliamentary law also form a part of this course. Many pupils choose the last elective, Expression, because it of- fers splendid practice in overcoming self- consciousness and in acting. The Expres- sion classes are under the able supervision of Miss Belt. The figure that we happen to spy last in the English Department is that of Miss Bagley, a jolly good scout. She would make a most entrancing actress if she were just given a break! The way in which she dramatizes for her gaping audience is re- markable, although most scandalous. But shh! That's supposed to be a deep, dark secret. Mathematics is the jig-saw puzzle for many paraders-try though they will. It seems that more individuals have dilliculty managing this subject than any other. Miss Thompson Miss Belt Miss Jordan ss Stcutcvi Miss Lytlc Qi A N D 34

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study of the progress of nations from the Reformation to the present day. The fa- mous Napoleon is one of the chief char- acters emphasized. Miss Cillmertson directs this study with vim, So the Progress of Nations is no longer dim. American History is the only one of the Social Sciences that is required for gradu- ation. The others are electives, to be used to constitute or to complete majors. The first semester of this subject presents a picture of the people of the United States from the discovery of America through the forms of government that existed until the close of the Civil War. Miss Yahr, who frequently admonishes her pupils not to write on the desks, as well as Miss Nelson, are the leaders in this subject. ln 1402 Columbus sailed the deep, blue sea, Now the Misses Yahr and Nelson teach it to you and me. Miss Perkins is one of the most dis- tinguished looking personages in the MCas- tle on the Hill . Be on guard, oh, most honorable gum chewersl For if you are not. Miss Perkins will kindly present you with a goose eggwin other words, a zero -for the day's recitation. American His- tory Two is the representative study of Miss Perkins. lt includes a study of the Civil War, the reconstruction period which followed, and the causes and problems of the World War. Miss Perkins und pupils wage at mighty war, ll' their lessons uren't learned the night before. Civics is a study of our governments, federal. state. and local, their functions, oflicials. and elections, the departments such as legislative, executive, and judicial, and political parties. Also, the actual manner in which the government is man- aged, and the relation existing between citi- zens and the government. We can all be mayors or senators now, Because Gus Nelson has taught us how. Mr. Nelson, who frequently is quite sur- prised when you have your lessons learned, is the teacher of Civics. Sociology and current events of the day Are expounded by Mr. Dayton in an inter- esting way. Miss MrNcll Miss Lluypool y Mr. Li c'o nl 1 h y Miss Gilbertst Mr. Dayton