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

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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.

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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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MARION C. BRASHER Industrial Arts B.S.. Illinois State U. Junior Class IGNACEC. MOZINA Industrial Arts B.S., Bradley U. WILLIAM R. COLE Industrial Arts B.S.. Eastern Illinois U. Mr. Brasher supervises as Tony Yanish uses a plane in an exploratory shop class. Industrial Arts Gives Occupational Training The Industrial Arts Department offers a variety of courses designed to give a student a practical knowledge of basic skills as well as a solid background for further training in electricity, metals, woodworking, or drafting. Often referred to as “shop” courses, the four-year program is geared to the vocational-minded student. Farming Today Requires Broad Background A three-year program in agriculture is offered to Hall students with Ag I, II, and III being given in alternating years. The courses cover the entire field of farming from the study of soils, crops, animals, and some mechanics to the economics involved in operating today's mechanized farm. Mr. Bain and Jim Wood inspect some ears of corn. CHARLESC. BAIN Agriculture. Science B.S.. M.S., U. of Illinois Ag Club 25