George C Marshall High School - Columbian Yearbook (Falls Church, VA)

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Right: Given the tricky job of guarding the stairs and halls at lunch, Coach Bobby Joe Smith calls to a sneaky student. Below: Mrs. Patti Hook braves duty in the Science wing. Below right: Stationed by the courtyard, Mr. John Goulden uses the time to correct papers. 44 n jl

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Late fall tryouts at McLean awarded Marshall the largest pre¬ sentation from area high schools in the twelfth District Chorus. Mrs. Mary Cay Craig acted as District Chairman for the superior singers from an area essentially the same as Marshall ' s football district. Holding frequent rehearsals, Mrs. Craig prepared Marshall ' s delega¬ tion for the February performance. An unusual snow encore forced rescheduling, resulting in a single full day of rehearsals at Langley, rather than the two days originally planned. That night, Dr. Paul Traver of the University of Maryland directed the district chorus in concert with an area Jr. High Workshop Chorus, the first of its kind. Marshall ' s Band Department was represented as Karen Wolfe accompanied the Workshop Chorus on the flute, and members of Marshall ' s Brass section joined the District Chorus on a clas¬ sical piece by Gabrieli. Other songs included selections from Bach, Brahms and a contemporary parody of marching songs from World War II. Activities 43

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Disturbances pierce liberties Latrine pass, water fountain pass, errand pass, locker pass and extra-ordinary pass. Requiring infor¬ mation ranging from degree of thirst to social security, these creations were students ' reaction to the frequent Where is your pass? Where are you going? These were familiar questions heard all over Marshall during the second semester. Due to the many disturbances that plagued Marshall ' s halls a pass system was put into effect. The whole root of disturbance started when outsid¬ ers began to come into the school and cause trouble. Great concern was raised by the Administration because trespassers began to affect the welfare of the student body. Consequently all doors, except the two main entrances, were locked. Faculty members were stationed at the four corners where outsiders were most likely to enter. This worked well in keeping out people who didn ' t belong, but it became apparent that the problem was also internal. Students made a daily habit of hanging around the halls and disturbing classes. This began to irritate many teachers and as one teacher put it, this is get¬ ting pretty gross. A faculty meeting was held and the problem was discussed. The pass system was voted in by a strong majority. Teachers were assigned to halls during each period of the day. This thrilled most teachers as they had to give ui their free periods. Students were not permitted out of class without a pass. To make the situation a little more pleasant, teach¬ ers and students invented the wierd passes. Above left: Diane Farlow spends free moments in the cafeteria reading. Abuses of such Senior priviledges may lead to crack down. Left: Caught without a pass, Mr. Chet Twentyman is ques¬ tioned by acting officer Mr. John La Cava. Activities 45