Elkin High School - Elk Yearbook (Elkin, NC)

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1 Social Studies, Foreign Languages Teach about People American History is a very challenging subject, required for Juniors. As a student studies history he can become more aware of the foundations of our present governments, institutions, and relationships. Mrs. Julia Holthouser brings enrichment to any course she teaches, whether it is Western Civilization, U. S. History, or 8th grade History. Students are exposed to the ever-increasing pro¬ blems of today’s world, such as the stock market or Viet Nam in Mr. Clyde Fitzgerald’s Problems of Democracy class. He also instructs a class in 8th grade science, man’s civilization from ancient to pre¬ sent day times by Mrs. Lake Haynes and Mr. Fitzgerald. Mr. Larry Kallam A.B., Guilford College The instruction of foreign languages aids in the de¬ velopment of a well rounded person. Miss Emma Cooke’s instruction in Latin I and II gives the student a chance to develop his English vocabulary by learning the English derivations from Latin. Spanish is taught at E.H.S. by a new teacher, Mr. Larry Kallam. By using the available audio-lingual materials, Mr. Kallam is able to give thorough and complete instruc¬ tion to his students. In addition to teaching Spanish, Mr. Kallam conducts one class of 8th grade Math. Miss Emma Cooke A.B., Duke University; M.A., A.S.U. Mrs. Julia Holthouser A.B., U.N.C.-G.; M.A., Western Carolina University Mr. Clyde Fitzgerald A.B., High Point College 13

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In an endeavor to better develop the minds of his students, Mr. Robert Walker conducts classes in the physical sciences, Chemistry, General Sci¬ ence, and Physics. Mr. Bud Hall teaches Biology where students learn life processes with the aid of microsc opes and life charts. Some students at E.H.S. find math easy, while others think it is impossible, but both groups agree that the mastery of it is highly rewarding. Mrs. Mary Leslie Bivins, who conducts classes in math five periods a day, teaches Algebra I, Algebra II, and Math IV. Another experienced ef¬ ficient math teacher at E.H.S. is Miss Emma Cooke who teaches Plane Geometry. Mr. Wayne Motsinger instructs those business-minded stu¬ dents who choose to take bookkeeping. A new math teacher at Elkin is Mrs. Hilda McDonald who teaches Algebra I to the Freshmen. Mr. Robert Walker B.S., A.S.U.; M.A.T., Alabama College Mr. Bud Hall A.B., Guilford College Math and Science Stimulate Good Thinking Mrs. Mary Leslie Bivins A.B.. U.N.C.-G. Using the microscopes in biology class is an interesting experience. 12

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Training those who wish to find a place for themselves in the business world is the job of the Business Education Department. Mrs. Brenda Couch, a new teacher at E. H.S., has charge of teaching classes in typing and shorthand, a course which was revived in Elkin High’s curric¬ ulum this year after several years’ absence. The students in these courses are grateful for Mrs. Couch’s expert instruction in these courses, which will be of practical value to them. In an aim to make each student a productive member of his home and the world, Elkin High School offers courses in Vocational Education and Home Economics. The Shop and the Home Economics departments are equipped with the most efficient machines and devices. Mr. Dale Aldridge and Mrs. Virginia Reece, each most cap¬ able in his field, aid students in bettering their skills. Vocational Courses Develop Skills Mrs. Brenda Couch B.S,, A.S.U. Abbie Gail Sturgill demonstrates the work that goes on in her shorthand class. Mrs. Virginia Reece B.S., U.N.C.-G. Mr. Dale Aldridge B.S., East Carolina University 14