Covington High School - Puffs and Patches Yearbook (Covington, VA)

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Lois A. Drewry B.S. Madison College, West Virginia University, University of Vir- ginia, Instituto De Monterrey; English II I A, Latin 1, Latin II; Latin Club. Mrs. Millicent Briggs B.A. Meredith College, Western Car- olina College, University of North Carolina, N. C. State College; French I, II, III; French Club. Mrs. Alicia Plott B.S. Radford College; Spanish I, II, III; Spanish Club. Students Attempt Language Mastery Most every young person has a secret desire to master a foreign language. C.H.S. gives its students the opportunity to fulfill this desire by offering Latin I, II; French I, II, III; and Spanish I, II, III. The teachers of the Foreign Language Department expect their students to develop skills in listening, speaking, writing, and reading. These skills enable students to increase their ability to understand the spoken language. The cultural education of the students enrolled in a foreign language is broadened by special stress on the history, customs, and culture of the country studied. This emphasis makes the students more aware of the world around them. “BONJOUR!” . . . Mrs. Briggs kindly welcomes an unexpected visit from the cameraman. “UMMM! QU CdMICO!” . . . This Little Lulu comic book apparently tickles Mrs. Plott’s Puerto Rican funny bone. 28

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Commercial Students Adapt To Business World The world of business is rapidly expanding. To keep up with this pace, the Commercial Department at C.H.S. produces students with the skills, habits, and attitudes necessary for success in a business career. Coming to Covington with previous teaching and working experience, Mrs. Virginia Williams has found her first year at C.H.S. a successful and satisfying one. Her commercial students admit to her exemplary teaching ability and value her personal interest in them. Heading the business department is Miss Beulah Jones. She comes to the aid of both general and college prep students who realize the necessity of typing know-how. Miss Jones also instructs students in general business. Students from all tracks of study are better prepared for the future because of the dedication of both of these teachers. “NOW, BEVERLY, WRITE IT; DON’T DRAW IT” . . . Mrs. Williams demonstrates to Beverly Rickett the correct method of taking dictation. Mrs. Virginia A. Williams B.S. Concord College; Typing I, II, Shorthand I, II, Bookkeeping I; Pep Club. Beulah A. Jones B.S., M.S. Longwood College, Mary Washington College, Madison College, Virginia Polytechnic Institute, Bowling Green Col- lege of Commerce (Ky.); Typ- ing I, General Business; Future Business Leaders of America. “I SAID THE FIFTEENTH LINE . . .” Miss Jones gives Vickie Thompson a few tips on how to use an electric typewriter. 27

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“AUDIE, WOULD YOU PLEASE HURRY UP! THE SHOW MUST GO ON” . . . says Mrs. Fleshman as she supervises Audie Lambert’s attempt to assemble his tuba. Fine Arts Add Enjoyment To C.H.S. Curriculum Many students at C.H.S. strive to round out their education by enrolling in one or several of the fine arts courses offered. For the first time this year, an experimental program in fine arts and vocational training is open to a voluntary group of eighth graders. It is hoped that in the future one of these electives will be a requirement for graduation. In connection with this program, Mr. John Hawkins is instructing the eighth grade art participants. The general art program, taught by Mrs. Mary Ervine, is available to students in grades nine through twelve. By creating scenery and decorations for school functions and local shows, these art students prove to be a valuable asset to both Covington High School and the community. Because of the excellent direction of Mrs. Nell Fleshman, C.H.S. senses great pride in its band, vocal, and public speaking departments. Their many school and public performances demonstrate the abilities and talents of both the students and teacher. Mrs. Nell K. Fleshman B. Music Ed. Westminster Choir College, American Conservatory of Mu- sic, Madison College; Vocal; Band; Public Speaking. Mrs. Mary M. Ervine B.S. Radford College, Greenbrier College for Women; Art I, II; Minstrel Scenery, Dance Dec- orations for Christmas Formal. 29 “DON’T WORRY! WE’LL FINISH ON TIME . . .” Mrs. Ervine calmly reassures Karen Williams, Susan Dilley, and Robin Whiteside that the Christmas Formal will be a success.