Hall High School - Hall Light Yearbook (Spring Valley, IL)

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CHARLESKEYSER Assistant Principal Mathematics B.S., M.S., U. of Illinois Senior Class, Science Club ANTON DEMICHELIS Mathematics, World History B.S.. M.A., Northwestern U. Mr. Keyser explains a problem to Fred Danner in a solid geometry class. Mathematics Offers a Challenge In this highly technological age, a special emphasis must be placed on mathematics. Through the outstanding courses in math at Hall High School, students have the opportunity to develop their skills through steady work. Freshmen are offered a course in algebra, laying the foundation for geometry and advanced algebra in the sophomore and junior years. For the seniors, there are courses in trigonometry and solid geometry. Hall can be proud of the excellent program of mathematics made available to them. Music Appreciation Is Emphasized at Hall CARLYSLE BROWNING Band B.Ed., Eastern Illinois U.: M.MusicEd., Vandercook College Organists' Club Music is one of the finest of all the arts and one that should have a prominent place in the life of every man, woman, and child. At Hall, courses in band and chorus train the student to sing and play correctly and in harmony with others. Through these courses they develop an understanding and appreciation of music which makes for a fuller life today and in the future. Mrs. Juettemeyer, who teaches English as well as music, directs the Mixed Chorus.

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Grammar and Literature Are Studied Intensively M. R. VACCA English, World History B.S.. Illinois State U. Assistant Varsity Football and Freshman Basketball Coach. Letlermans Club To share the thoughts and lives of others, to offer others an insight into our own—these are the purposes of the intensive study of literature and English composition required at Hall High School. The program of the English Department is arranged to teach students the rules of grammar and their applications. Literature develops in the student finest forms of expression as used by great authors. Such study is a great aid in college preparation as well as for the enjoyment of literature beyond one’s school years. RUTH MARY McDONALD English B.A., Rosary College Debate. H.A.C.. Sophomore Class PATRICIA WILSON English, Speech B.S., University of Illinois FRANKCOLMONE English B.S., Northern Illinois Hall Times. Devil's Dispatch. F.T.A .. Baseball MARY K. JUETTEMEYER English, Chorus B.A., B.Music, Carthage College Tri-M Mr. Colmone helps Madelon Nauyalis organize her theme in an English III class.

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Home Economics Stresses Fundamentals of Homemaking Mrs. Ballou shows Sandra Carruthcrs one of the new fry-pans purchased for the department. VERANA R. BALLOU DIANE ZIMMERMAN Home Economics Home Economics B.A., North Central College: M.Ed., B.S.. Northern Illinois U. U. of Illinois F.H.A. F HA. F.N.C. The Home Economics Department endeavors to further develop the students’ abilities in the fundamentals of homemaking and family living. Students become better prepared for managing their future homes or have a background for the pursuit of a career in one of many related fields. Business Curriculum Prepares Students for fobs MARIE DcBATES Business B.S., Western Illinois U. DOROTHY KUFFEL Business B.S.. Illinois State U. BARBARA CATTANEO Business B.S.. U. of Illinois Hall Light Jobs as secretaries, salesmen, bookkeepers, clerks—these will be available to those majoring in business education courses. Here students become proficient in business procedures, acquire shorthand and typing skills, learn to keep accurate records, or develop skills for their own personal use. Mr. Prcmcr. who also teaches in the business department, discusses a bookkeeping problem with Jim Lukosus.