Elgin High School - Maroon Yearbook (Elgin, IL)

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ADAH A. PRATT Head of Department B. A. Wheaton College. Universities of Chicago, Col- orado, and Southern Cali- fornia. Ani-:LA M. THOM B. A. University of Kansas M. A. University of Chicago. Mathematics MARY A. PETERS B. A. Iowa State Teachers College. M. S. State University of Iowa. HORTENSE E. WILSON B. A. Knox College. M. A. University of Illinois. University of Colorado. 'A knowledge of mathematics is needed by everyone. It is not only required in most occupations, but is also an excellent means of developing the mind, since the study of mathematics requires clear thinking and concentration. The department stresses not only the actual knowledge of mathematics, but also its practical appli- cation in all sorts of problems which may be met in the future. Each year more and more stu- dents sclect advanced mathematical courses. Physical Education and Health 'The body, as well as the mind, must be developed to live a better, happier life, which is the aim of education. The Physical Education and Health Departments are maintained for this purpose. The nurses emphasize the importance of health and the value of preventive measures. In regular gym classes students work and play, developing their health in exercises and sports. WILDA L. LOGAN Chicago Normal School of Physical Education. Universities of Wisconsin, Colorado, and Iowa. Northwestern University. AUGUSTINE M. GOTTA R. N. Battle Creek Sani- tarium. Nurses Training School, Battle Creek College. l15l ARTHUR ROGGEN li. A. Hope College. M. A. University of Iowa University of Chicago. HELEN L. REVETT R. N. Charing Cross I-Ios pital, London. University of Chicago.

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E. C. WAGGONER Head of Department B. S. University of Indiana. Universities of I n d i a n a, Michigan, and Northwest- CHI. W. 0. BECKNER B. A. McPherson College. M. A. University of Chicago. University of Chicago. W. H. P. HUBER B. S. Ohio Northern College. Universities of Chicago and Illinois. Northwestern University. CLIFTON E. ADAMS B. A. Lombard College. University of Illinois. ELEANOR H. DORSETT B. A. University of Illinois. M. A. University of Illinois, University of Chicago. E. W. KERSTEN B. S. North Central Col- lege. M. A. Columbia University. University of California. M. C. MEYERS B. S. University of Minne- University of Wisconsin. sota. Columbia University. HELEN C. KETTERING B. S. Monmouth College. GILBERT I. RENNER B. S. Eureka College. University of Illinois. Illinois State Normal Uni- versity. Science .The immediate aim of the Science Department is to place the pupil in harmony with the com- mon things about hin., giving him an understanding and appreciation of his environment and a deeper interest in it. Through the various subjects taught in the department, which include chemistry, physics, biology, geography, and general science, the department hopes to open doors through which the student may see the true importance of the familiar and common things in the world. By succeeding in these aims, the members of the Science Department feel that they have contributed toward making the student healthier, happier, and better Htted to adjust him- self to the world in which he lives. l 14 l

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HAZEL LINKFIELD MABEL A. ENGELBRECHT Head of Department Columbia College of Expres B. A. University of Wis- S1011- Cgnsin- Ph. B. University of Wis American Academy in Rome. Coflsln- n M, A, University of Wis. University of Wisconsin. consin. VEGA MOREHOUSE IRENE PIELMIER B. A. Drake University. B. A. Indiana University Alliance Francaise, Paris. University of Chicago. M. A. Drake University. IRENE ROVELSTAD B. A. University of South- ern California. Universities of Wisconsin and Southern California. Foreign Language .The study of a foreign language helps one to appreciate the great heritage of beauty and culture which the Old World has given us. It will also prove valuable economically, since events are becoming more and more international. In all the classes-German, Latin, and French-the lives and customs ofthe people are studied with the language itself. French and German classes cor- respond with French and German students studying English. This tends toward international friendship and understanding, upon which World peace must be built. Thus foreign languages inischool are becoming more and more important to all. ilffice . .Imagine the condition of a high school in which there was no one to do the clerical work, plan classes, and make out programs. All this and much more is efficiently done by Miss Boettcher and Miss Iohnson. Few realize or appreciate their importance in the management of the school. All who have received their willingly given service value their presence in the school. EVELYN BOETTCHER EVA MAE JOHNSON Secretary. Assistant Secretary. l16l