Central High School - Pemican Yearbook (High Point, NC)

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It was not long before 'V H ' ' A 'v ' il ' 5' fm - INTRODUCTION TO THE CLUBS rwii' gff- 'gf' 'ff' rf' nf' -Y --'Y rf 7' -' r ff 1' N f' ' IGH SCHOOL life Would be incomplete Without student clubs and organ- izations. Eight clubs claimed the attention of various students, many of Whom belong to two or more clubs. There were clubs that fitted into the academic schedule of many 2 such as, the Latin club. Then, on the other hand, Were those that either chose their members by desirable qualities which they possessed or ap- pealed to individuals because they brought together people of common interests, as the Debating club. Under the category of organizations, not necessarily clubs, fell the governing bodies of the school-the Upper and ,Lower Houses. Also there Were two choral groups, an a cappella choir, band, and orchestra for the musi- cally inclined. More details of these activities will be found farther along in this article. It is regretable that not all students availed themselves of the activities of one or more club or organization. STUDENT coUNcIL , 3 I the young organization I X 5 realized the fm that they Q A 4 I needed a private oiice in I f. FTC ,V E 4. order to facilitate the han- , 5 E E ' f 8 U-.5 il dling of council business. C ii' ' The only available space -f I fi ,Q X l I 7' was a glassed-in omce in 3 v ' 2 l ul 1 2 tower three, on the second li Eiggliii? -'I D F l 3 floor. After permission Was 157, p X f 4' given to use this place, a i ,sph C'n K-p drive Was started to secure I ' I p I v'r ....,,ss1mmx a key. For days Mrs. Jack- K-5-KL The Upper House Early in the fall of 1945 a group of eight high school students met with their adviser, Miss Johnson, for the purpose of organizing the Work of the student council for the year. This was the initial meeting of the Upper House. A few Weeks later, two representa- tives of the freshman class joined the group. . son, secretary, was pursued by council members begging for the key. After this Was secured, a new diihculty arose. What was the value of an oHice With- out furniture? Finally this problem was par- tially solved by the installation of a few straight chairs, a couple of desks, and several posters. Since that time the oiice has been the center of all Upper House activities. During the course of the past year, the council funds at times reached a low ebb. It became necessary, therefore, for the Upper 'llll'

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though the sales were not so high as in the previous year, the students earned enough money to cover the expense of class pictures for the PEMICAN and to pay for the prom. which was to come later in the year. Early in March preparations were begun for the annual event, the freshman-sopho- more dance to be held on March 29. Com- mittees were appointed, decorations were de- cided upon, and the class was all in a dither. The following committee chairmen were chosen: Richard Crowder, fioor: Joanne Hethcox, checkroom: Paul Friedman, decora- tions: Amanda Gekas, tickets: Larnarie Mc- Arthur, powder room: Barbara George, in- vitations: Jack King, music: Irving Silver, program: and Nancy Cauble, refreshments. A colonial garden scene furnished the set- ting for a beautiful old mansion, with ivy- twined pillars, which stood at one end of the gymnasium. Around the other three sides of the room were placed lawn chairs and tables. Dancing-to the music of Tommy Doda- mead's orchestra--started at eight o'clock. During the intermission Ralph Tilden played the piano and refreshments Were served. Among the guests were Mr. and Mrs. D. P. Whitley, members of the faculty, and members of the school board. The chaperons were the parents of the class oflicers. Under the direction of Mrs. R. H. Shaw as class adviser, the sophomores have had a successful and interesting year-one Which they will never forget. FRESHMAN CLASS The lucky half of the ninth grade--the half which had the chance of an extra year at senior high by their birthday--has really made the best of its lirst year in this school. Under the excellent guidance of its adviser. Miss Louise Hunter, the freshman class may have proved that even a small class has students who possess the necessary qualities for capable leadership. Their president, Harold Johnson, surely set an example of this to all rising freshmen, because of his ability to guide a young class. Assisting him in this work were Becky Wall, vice-president, and Maxine Freeman, secretary and treasurer. Barbara Smart and Heywood Washburn rep- resented the class in the Upper House. Be- sides being represented here, the freshmen were represented in the Lower House as well. Each home room sent one capable person as representative to this house each semester. Through these houses, this class took an active part in every activity set up by the school. The two main projects of the freshman class for the past year, which were success- fully carried through, were the sponsorship of Mr. Coke Cecil's Magic Show and the freshman-sophomore prom. With a glance back over the past year and a look toward the future, here's wishing the same success to our class in the year to come. 'IIOI'

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House to undertake several schemes to help out the financial situation. That these were successful resulted from the cooperation of the students in rallying to the call to buy such articles as pennants and basketball badges. Perhaps the most important event of the year was the annual Social Standards Con- ference sponsored by the Upper House. Each member contributed generously of his time and work in order to make the conference worthwhile. The general theme, Four- Square, emphasized the physical, the rec- reational, the intellectual, and the spiritual aspects of high school life. The members of the Upper House were particularly happy in their work of the past year, largely because of the fact that they were united in all of their efforts for the betterment of the student body. The Lower House Homecoming parade, bond drives, traffic, fire drills, bulletin boards-all these form a foundation of work for the Lower House. Each item requires a special committee com- posed of Lower House members. These groups are changed twice a year, since rep- resentatives from home rooms are elected at the beginning of each semester. The homecoming parade, sponsored by Lower House, thrilled the town with en- thusiasm for the game with Salisbury. Each home room had an entry in the parade. The originality and color of these entries made a spectacular sight. Early in the fall under the chairmanship of Betty Spearman, the Lower House spon- sored a Victory Loan campaign in which the goal was one hospital equipment unit. When the drive closed, the committee announced that we had sold enough bonds to purchase five hospital units at 33,000 each. The two Houses have worked together on several projects. The representatives gave a tea dance for the social standards conference. The gym was filled with pumpkins, painted turkeys, and stacks of corn. Dick Kellam acted as master of ceremonies. The Amateur Show gave another oppor- tunity for joint action. Pete Armstrong headed the planning committee which heard the auditions with the aid of Miss Frank and Mr. Cronstedt. The week of March 7, the date of the show, the stage crew with Charlie Payne as chairman, went to work and made a very realistic radio station. The show was a success! Then the traffic problem returned to first place in the list of improvements needed. Doris Allen and her traflic committee with the help of the other representatives planned a chapel program. This program asked for the cooperation of the students. Traflic posters covered the bulletin boards. The cam- paign started and the traffic improved. Working in the Lower House has given each member experience and the opportunity to help his school. It develops future leaders of the student body and encourages all stu- dents to take an active part in the school government. I L 0 .. if A - 55 N L THE N IONAL NOR lg 4 crnjy Q W M . X - - L.. Induction into the National Honor Society is an inspiring occasion, and one which is attended with a serious appeal. Membership denotes an honor which no other society can give. Every year two inductions are held, the National Honor Society Service Award being presented at the last meeting. 'l12l'