Edina High School - Whigrean Yearbook (Edina, MN)

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Left to right: Mrs. Aamodt, Mr. Kresse, Mr. Nelson, Miss Gransberg, Mr. Olson, Mr. Lundgren, Mrs. Armstrong. Page 28

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Language, Art, and Music French, Spanish, and Latin, offered in two year courses at Edina, have attracted many high school students. French plays, Spanish field trips, and the traditional Roman Banquet all contributed to a colorful year. In addition to the usual classroom work, a schedule of moving pictures and speakers was planned to promote a deeper understanding of the language, customs, and people of that country. Students interested in art may explore its many fields through the school Art Department. Those who enjoy working with their hands can concentrate on ceramics, chip-carving, or block-printing, and the many who are concerned with sketching use both the modern and conventional styles. Every student, developing his skill through expression of his creative personality, gains a broader and richer appreciation of all the forms and techniques in art. In the Music Department, all students have the opportunity to participate in vocal training on either a junior or senior high level. Composed of three seventh-grade music classes and the Junior and Senior Choirs, the Vocal Music Department displayed outstanding performances during the Christmas and spring seasons as well as at the Lake Conference Music Festival. All junior and senior high pupils have the opportunity to attend classes in instrumental music, developing techniques which become more adaptable as they progress. Edina has gained much recognition through its fine Marching Band. Action, music, and narration were combined to create colorful pageants. The originality and precision displayed during these programs lent a festive air to the half-time football programs. Instrumental organizations are becoming extracurricular activities in which increasing numbers of students are participating. Miss Berle Christesen, despite a full schedule of art classes, is always willing to spend extra hours aiding her students. She also takes part in outside activities, one of which is the advisership of a Y-Teen club. Miss Christesen received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Minnesota. Mr. Butler Eitel directs both the Junior and Senior Bands. During the football season, he had the additional responsibility of the Marching Band. Much of Mr. Eitel's time is spent working on the important details that contribute to a fine band. Earning a Bachelor of Music degree, he graduated from the University of Michigan. Mr. Lyle Gilbert has under his direction three seventh grade music classes and the Junior and Senior Choirs. Receiving his Bachelor of Arts degree from Morningside College, and his Master's degree in Musical Education from the University of Colorado, he capably plans the various programs presented throughout the year. Mrs. Rauha Hagemeister has all first and second year Spanish classes in addition to one ninth grade English class. Mrs. Hagemeister, who advises the Buzzette, obtained her Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Minnesota. Miss Verdella Holmgren teaches first and second year Latin besides advising the Latin Club. Miss Holmgren attained a Bachelor of Arts degree from Gustavus Adolphus College. T Page 27

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Co mmercia 1 Trai mini Preparing for a prosperous future are those who participate in the Commercial Training classes: Industrial Arts, Home Economics, Business Law, Shorthand, Office Practice, Typing and Bookkeeping. There they learn the essentials for entering the numerous fields of the business world. The Industrial Arts Department is divided into the fields of metals and plastics, basic electricity, drawing, printing, and woodworking. In these classes instruction is given in the use and care of tools. Aided by the facilities in the Home Economics Department, students acquire a pracical background in sewing, cooking, and good grooming. To supplement knowledge of the business world, technical law terms as well as everyday legal problems compile the Business Law classes. Students in the Shorthand and Typing sections find their skills very worthwhile both in high school, college, and future life. Future years will verify the worth of the struggles with trial balances, closing entries, assets, and liabilities in the Bookkeeping class. A course designed especially for those going into secretarial work is Office Practice. Besides gaining knowledge of various business machines, students also learn about the duties of the secretary. Edina-Morningside realizes the importance of students being effectively prepared, and concentrates on graduating competent young businessmen and women. Mrs. Elizabeth Aamodt, who instructs future homemakers, has the additional responsibility of helping prepare food for school banquets. Attending the University of Minnesota, she received her Bachelor and Master of Science degrees. Mrs. Joan Armstrong enjoys both sewing and cooking in her two Home Economics classes. A novice to the faculty, she instructs junior high girls in their attempts to learn the arts of homemaking. Mrs. Armstrong holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Farmingham College in Massachusetts. Miss Edith Gransberg can be found teaching career-minded students Business Law, Office Practice, or Typing. Acting as a sophomore class adviser is one of her extra-curricular activities. Miss Gransberg earned her Bachelor of Science degree from North Dakota State Teacher's College. Mr. Tennis Kresse, who renders capable assistance to the Concessions Club, is an instructor in Industrial Arts. Mr. Kresse is an alumnus of Oshkosh State Teacher's College where he completed study for his Bachelor of Science degree. Miss Ardyce LaPray divides her time between career-keyed Typing and Shorthand and a more romantic la Francaise. Advisership of the senior class is among her extra-curricular activities. Miss LaPray has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Minnesota. Mr. Elmer Lundgren, an Industrial Arts teacher, is also active as Whigrean adviser, football and basketball scout, and editor of Minnesota Vocational Viewpoints. A graduate of the University of Minnesota, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree. Mr. Irv Nelson, instructor of ninth grade Health classes, also teaches the students how to handle the family car. Mr. Nelson received his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Iowa. Mr. Wendell Olson, in addition to teaching classes in Industrial Arts, acts as adviser to the Concessions Club. Upon completion of requirements, he received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Minnesota. Page 29