George Wythe High School - Chancellor Yearbook (Richmond, VA)

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Margaret Sue Susan L. Glen, A.B., Aker Pie Poa Miss Susan Glen and Miss Margaret Sue Copenhaver, George Wythe School’s full-time atte lis, University of Georgia, librari a : esi tacos University of South University of North arians, are patiently processing new books for students. Carolina, Emory Carolina University Library Offers School Varied Activities “Hurrah for books!” Book Week’s theme is appro- priate as a theme for our library which is expanding gradually with 5,500 books for the enjoyment of every student and teacher. With biographical, autobiographi- cal, non-fiction, fiction, periodical, and reference sec- tions, there is no limit to what a student can learn. Films, filmstrips, recordings, and pictures supplement the material found in books. Although the library is only in its second year, new magazines have already forced our librarians to rear- range the periodical shelves giving more space for more enlightening literature. Our librarians are seeking to reach more students, provide better books, and im- prove their services. Easily accessible to all departments in the school because it is centrally located, our spacious bright li- brary is an active center of the entire school program, The library served as a place of relaxation and was used as a test- thereby enriching all phases of our curriculum. ing room for juniors taking the PSAT test last fall. The library makes a perfect spot to deliberate as well as to investigate when confronted with questions, projects, and materials. Administration 40 and Department

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Corps Cadets Prove to Be Expert Instructors “Forward, march!’ This oft-heard command could well express the major activities of this year’s George Wythe Cadet Corps. A new expanded program has been introduced in cadet training at Wythe. Through hard work and study, a cadet is thoroughly versed in rifle marksmanship, map reading, leadership, and, above all, integrity by the time he receives his certificate of discharge. This program has been enthusiastically accepted by the cadets and is progressing successfully. The training offered by the corp has proven to be invaluable to graduates both in fulfilling their military obligations and throughout their lives. This year, the corps has built a reputation through participation. Cadets have sacrificed their spare time to take part in parades, dedications, and television performances which have greatly aroused public inter- est in the corps. Although fairly young, the corps has gained the esteem and fespect, not only of the students, Sergeants Doug Gildner, David Avery, and John Wilkinson discuss but of the citizens of Richmond. operation of M-1 rifle as a part of their cadet training. Marine Sergeant Hutchings explains the nomenclature of M-1 rifle to cadets. Lieutenant Colonel Martin S. Ryan (Retired) Commandant of Corps of Cadets, inspects rifles. Major Lawrence Williams, Federal inspector, ob- serves as Sergeant Spain instructs. Administration and Departments 39

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Students Learn Home Care for the Sick How can one record a person’s temperature and pulse? What does the color of a person’s skin tell? Can you change the sheets on a bed with a 180 pound woman in it? What would you do to improvise babies’ diapers? Students learning home care for the sick can answer these questions. Mrs. Edith Staples, the school nutse, teaches this new course offered for the first time. Every day twenty-five to thirty weary, complaining, and confused Chancellors go to the nurse’s office. Only a small number of these are sent home. The medical department sponsors projects concerned not only with the immediate health of students and teachers. Among other things, the department gives flu shots to teachers and prepares various bulletin boards and show cases emphasizing the need and the importance of good health . Mrs. Edith Staples, B.S. Medical College of Virginia Every senior receives a chest x-ray as part of the medical program. Judy Marmion enters x-ray truck as Mary Wilkins and Carl Carwile wait for their turn. Mrs. Marie Osterman, superintendent of nurses at Grace Hospital, speaks to the students in the home care for sick class. Administration and Departments 4]