Hammond Central School - Spotlight Yearbook (Hammond, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 20 of the 1914 volume:

Thousand Islands Sun Alexandria Bay, N. Y ' Thurs., Nov. 2, 1961 Entertains 117 limner Classmates HAMMOND — Mrs. Merrill Demiek (Mae Eliza Daniels) re- cently entertained seventeen of her former classmates of the old Hammond High school, at her ; home near Hammond. Three members of the class of 1914 were present, Elizabeth Turnbull Wilbur, Albany Edna Rogers, Ithaca' and Veta McLear Lee Hammond. Members of classes of subsqu- ent years who enjoyed the re- union were Helen Demiek, Flor- ence Burton Dygert, Flossie Nicol Watson, Audrey Kring Nelson, Clara Bickeihaupt Baxter, Ruth Kelsey Babcock, Agnes Chester sl ical Advertising va McLear Lavarnway, all from Hammond or vicinity also Cecill McGregor Northam, Ogdensburg and Joyce Banford Arnold from Potsdam. Other who came from some distance were Lillian Wilson, Rochester Marg- aret Besley Cousins, Fort Erie, Ontario and Dorothy Powers Voight, Fayetteville, N. Y. The showing of an enlarged photograph of the entire highland grade school students, taken in approximately 1908, and the efforts in identifying them pro- vided considerable amusement and entertainment during the the first hour. This was inter- spersed with the arrival of late comers whose identity had to be guessed. Reminiscing and games followed along with the passing of family snapshots by proud grandmothers. Messages of re- gret were read from several of those unable to attend. Refreshments consisted of fruit punch, ice cream, cookies and a large two tiered cake made loc- ally by Mrs. Vincent Gibson and beautifully decorated with the name and date of the occasion. Pencils inscribed with the words H. H. School mate were presented to everyone present by the hostess as mementoes and prizes were awarded to Margaret Cousins and Elizabeth Wilber for having traveled the longest dist- ance 270 and 230 miles respec- tively. The hostess, Mrs. Demiek has remained in Hammond since her high school days and is widely known as the successful operator of Demiek’s Motel, owned by her and her husband. HAMMOND UNION SCHOOL. HAMMOND, N. Y. Board of Education W. A. Laidlaw, W. B. Moore, Dr. T. A. Lewis, A. M. Stiles, B. C. Jones. Faculty. V. C. Warriner, Principal. Leila J. Stratton, Preceptress. Ada R. Allen, Seventh and Eighth Grades. Grace M. Waterbury, Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Grades. Plumia M. Krake, First, Second and Third Grades. Location. The village of Hammond is situated on the N. Y. C. R- R., twenty-one miles west of Ogdensburg. The village is in the midst of a rich farming section which is bounded on north and. west by the old historic St. Lawrence river, two and one-half miles from beginning of the 1000 Islands. On the east it is bounded by Black Lake, which abounds with plentiful sport for the angler. There is r.o healthier place in Northern New York on this side of the Adirondacks, being supplied with abundance of pure water. Fever and malaria are unknown. Calendar. Labor Day, Sept. ist. Fall Term begins September 2nd. First Quarter ends November 7th. Second Quarter begins November 10th. November 27th. to November 30th. Thanksgiving recess. Holiday vacation, December 19th to January 5th. January 19-23, Regents’ examinations. Second Quarter ends January 30, 1914. Third Quarter begins February 2, 1914. Third Quarter ends April 10, 1914. Spring vacation. Fourth Quarter begins April 20 May 8, Arbor Day. Regents’ Examinations, June 15-19, 1914. Character and Purpose. This, the third catalogue under the name of “Hammond Union School,” is respectfully submitted to its many patrons. The course of study has been enlarged and extended, and the facilities for instruction increased. It is the purpose of our school to give to resident pupils, also to those who live in contiguous districts, who desire it, a thorough secondary education which will fit them for teaching, for business or for college. Moreover, it is the earnest endeavor of each teacher to make every branch of study so attractive, so clear and concise, that it will enlarge the pupil’s educational horizon, quicken his impulses, broaden his outlook, and help him to attain a greater intellectual and moral power. General Regulations Governing School No student will be graduated from the Hammond Union School until he has obtained an Academic Diploma or ful- filled the requirements fcr obtaining an Academic Diploma. No student will be passed in any subject until he has at- tained a standard of 60 per cent, in the Regents’ Examina- tion. Course of Study. First Year 4 Eng. 1st year. 5 Datin I. 5 Biology I. 4 Drawing. 5 Algebra. 5 Ancient History. Second Year 5 Latin 2nd. year. 3 Eng. 2nd. year. 5 Geometry. 5 English History. 3 Drawing. 5 Agriculture. 4 Drawing. Third Year 3 Eng. 3rd. year. 5 Physics. 2 Int. Algebra. 2 Solid Geometry. 5 French I. or German I. 3 Bookkeeping. 5 Latin 3rd. year. 4 Drawing. Fourth Year - 4 Drawing. 5 French II or German II. 2 Advanced Arithmetic. 3 Eng. 4th. year. 2 1-2 Commercial Arithmetic. 2 English Grammar. 5 Amer. History with Civics. 5 Physical Geography. The theory and practice of vocal music is taught during the four years, which is a required subject. The numbers before the subjects designate the number of counts obtained by passing the Regents’ examination in each subject, also, the number of times per week the class recites. Tuition. Tuition per term of twenty weeks payable at beginning of each quarter term, as follows, in pre-academic grades. Full term of twenty weeks, first, second and third grades, $5.00; fourth, fifth and sixth grades, $6.00; seventh and eighth grades, $7 50. Non-Residents and Tuition. That non-residents of the surrounding country might en- joy the privileges of free tuition, the Board of Education have carried out the requirements outlined by the State and Hammond Union School and Academy was placed on the list of approved academic schools. Non-residents may have privilege of free tuition on fol- lowing conditions: Non-residents may be admitted at any time but it is recom- mended that they should enter at the beginning of the term. 1. The student must possess a Regents’ preliminary certi- ficate or some form of certificate recognized by the depart- ment as its equivalent. 2. They must attend the academic department for at least eight weeks. To Parents and Guardians This catalogue is intended to be a complete summary of the aim of our school, during your child’s school life. We hope, however, that you will regard it with more than a mere passing interest, and that you will co-operate with the teacher in securing the best possible results so far as relates to progress. Your frequent presence in the school room is encouraging to both pupil and teacher, while it would also give you a clearer understanding of our aims and purposes. Recognizing the importance of the school and home to stand united, your earnest co-operation in our efforts to raise the standard of our school, and to extend its usefulness, is most respectfully solicited. Students who enter school for the first time in the first grade must enter school at opening in September or January. To Pupils. 1. Pupils are required to be regular and punctual in at- tendance. 2. No pupil shall leave the school room during school hours, nor the grounds, without permission from his or her teachers. 3. Tardiness and absence from school must be excused by parents or guardians, and said pupil may be suspended from school until such excuse is presented to the principal. 4- Any pupil who shall in any wTise cut or deface school property, shall be liable to such punishment as the mis- demeanor merits. 5. Pupils are requested to be respectful and obedient to those in authority. Rudeness in speech or actions to school- mates or pedestrians on the street is strictly forbidden. 6. Pupils who purposely absent themselves from reviews shall not be promoted without a rigid examination by the principal. Rhetoricals. Too much stress cannot be laid on the importance of rhetoricals as a means to an end that the pupil may have a more thorough understanding of English. As a proof of a lack of training along this line in our schools of the past as well as the present, we find many who are unable to express themselves intelligently in public gatherings owing to a lack of confidence in themselves. The only remedy for this is to stimulate pupils to think while standing and give forceful expression to what they wish to say. With this end in view each intermediate and academic student will be required to recite at least once a term and to write a composition on some appropriate subject once a term. From time to time public rhetoricals will be given. Compulsory Education. Your attention is called to the recent compulsory educa- tional law in relation to attendance upon school of children between the age of eight to sixteen years, unless physically unable. Persons in parental relation to such children for violation of that law, will be subject to a fine not exceeding $5.00 for first offense, and not to exceed $50 for each subse- quent offense, or by both such fines and imprisonment. Persons employing children between eight and sixteen years of age, contrary to the provisions of the law, are sub- ject to a fine of $50.00. Admission to Academic Department. In order to enter the academic department, there will be two conditions: I. A pupil must hold a Regents’ preliminary certificate or have it earned. II. If preliminary is all earned but one subject a pupil may enter the academic department, but will be required to take that subject in the Grammar school room. In order to earn a Regents’ Preliminary certificate the student must pass at least 75 per cent, in reading, writing, spelling, elementary English, geography, arithmetic and ele- mentary U. S. History and civics. University Credentials. The pupil who has done the work required by the Uni- versity and passed a Regents’ Examination in same will re- ceive the following credentials: I. Preliminary certificate; subjects stated elsewhere in Catalogue. II. Academic Diploma: The requirements for the academic diploma which is is- sued only to students taking the Regents’ preliminary and academic examinations are as follows: English, 13 credits; mathematics, 10; history, 8; science, 10; elective, 31. Rules Governing Teachers’ Certificates. Teachers’ Elementary Certificates. Educational requirements. A candidate for an elementary certificate shall be required to pass an examination in each of the following preliminary subjects: ic Geography Elementary United States history with civics and in each of the following academic subjects: First year English Physiology and hygiene Drawing (Elementary representation or mechanical) Scope of examinations. Examinations in the preliminary subjects required for an elementary certificate shall be based on the Elementary Syllabus; those in the academic subjects on the Secondary Syllabus.- Standing required. A minimum standing of 75 per cent, in each subject must be attained. Number of trials. A candidate for an elementary certifi- cate may combine standings earned in four consecutive ex- aminations, but in no more than four. All such examina- tions must have been taken by him subsequent to his 16th birthday. Dates and places of examinations. Examinations for an elementary certificate shall be held in January, June and August of each year. The January and June examinations may be held in all Regents’ academic schools, and at such other places as school commissioners with the approval of the Education Department from tune to time designate. The August examination may be held at such places only as school commissioners designate under like approval. Experience. No previous experience in teaching is requir- ed. Where valid. An elementary certificate shall be valid only in the particular school district for which it is issued or made valid by the school commissioner, which shall be a school district not maintaining an academic department. Term. An elementary certificate shall be issued for a term of two years. Number of certificates. Only one elementary certificate shall be issued to any one person. Extensions. An elementary certificate may be extended one year for each eight academic counts earned while it is in force in subjects not already passed when the certificate was issued. Issuance of certificate. While examinations may be taken at any appointed time and place, an elementary certificate shall be issued only after the candidate has made an engagement to teach, approved by the school commissioner having juris- diction. But a person entitled'to an elementary certificate, though such certificate has not yet been issued, is legally qualified to contract by presenting a formal statement from the school commissioner having jurisdiction showing that such person is entitled to th: s certificate, and certifying that such certificate will be issued when a contract has been made with the trustee of some district designated in such statement of the school commissioner. Academic Certificate. Educational requirements. A candidate for an academic certificate must have completed a four year high school course and must have earned a Regents’ academic diploma. Dates and places of examinations. Examinations for an academic certificate can be taken only in January and June and as they are reached in the course of study pursued by the candidate. They can be taken only at high schools and academies. This certificate shall rot be issued on the basis of examinations alone, as it is provided only for those who have regularly pursued a full course in the high schools and academies of this State. Experience. No previous experience in teaching is re- quired. Where valid. A certificate of this grade shall be valid only in the particular school dictrict for which it is issued or made valid by the school commissioner, which shall be a school district not maintaining an academic department. Term. An academic certificate shall be issued for a term of two years. Number of certificates. Only one academic certificate shall be issued to any one person. Extension. An academic certificate may be extended one year for each 18 credits obtained in examinations for life State certificates and earned while it is in force. Counts earned in Regents’ examinations shall not be applied for ex- tension of this certificate. Issuance of certificate. An academic certificate shall be issued only after the candidate has made an engagement to teach, approved by the school commissioner having juris- diction. But a person entitled to an academic certificate, though such certificate has not yet been issued, is legally qualified to contract by presenting a formal statement from the school commissioner having jurisdiction showing that such person is entitled to this certificate and certifying that such certificate will be issued when a contract has been made with the trustee of some district designated in such statement of the school commissioner. Building-. The Hammond Union School building is a modern wood- en structure and in every way up-to-date. The heating and lighting are of the best for the convenience and diligence of the student. The ventilating system warrants plenty of good fresh air. There is also a water system. The building contains five class-rcoms, each with an ad- joining cloakroom, besides a library and a physics and biology laboratory. There is ample hall space, making easy access to the rooms. Laboratories and Apparatus The library contains 500 volumes for general circulation, including history, fiction, science, travel, biography, peda- gogics, art a d miscellaneous books, works of reference, etc. Great care is taken in selection of books to procure those that will be of greatest benefit to both pupils and teacher in their daily work, and stimulate a desire for wholesome reading and develop a taste for good literature. The apparatus in Physics is suitable for illustrating the principles of mechanic, dynamics, fluid pressure, laws of mo- tion, heat, sound, light and electricity. The course in biology requires the working of thirty to forty laboratory experiments, which can be done in a very satisfactory manner, in the laboratory. The laboratory will accomodate eighteen pupils in this work. Fire Drill. Chapter 201. An act providing for fire drills in the Schools of the Sta'e. Section I. It shall be the duty of the principal or other person in charge of every public or private school or educa- tional institution within the State having more than ore hundred pupils, to instruct and train the pupils by means of drills so that they may in a sudden emergency be able to leave the school building in the shortest possible time and without confusion and panic. Such drills shall be held at least once each month. Section II. Neglect by any principal or other person in charge of any public or private school to comply with this act shall be a misdemeanor punishable at the discretion of the court by fine not exceeding fifty dollars. Such fine to be paid to the pension fund of the local fire department when there is such a fund. Diplomas. To enable the Department to issue examinations that shall fully protect the rights and interests of weak or slowly developing students and at the same time test adequately the knowledge and training of the most capable, the following system of differentiated credentials has been adopted and went into operation with class that graduated in June, 1909. I. A diploma based upon minimum passing mark of 60 per cent, in each subject. II. A diploma with credit based on a general average of 75- III. A diploma, with great credit, based on a general average of 85. IV. A diploma, with highest credit, based on general average of 95. In computing general averages, the rating of any answer paper not below 60 may be included. 5' Register of Students During 1912-13 Academic Fourth Year . Helen F. Derby Helen Irwin Mabel L. Carley Third Year Alice P. Brown May L. Leadingham Veta L. McLear L aura Miller Grace T. Rodger Edna M. Rogers Florence V. Wyllie Elizabeth R. Turnbull Susie G. McDougall Second Year Clara B. Elethorp Leonard C. Ferguron Edalene J. Forrester Clinton M. Jones Lois E. Reid Iona Rose Minnie R. Shoulette Walter J. Van Dyke Alice M. Wilson First Year Lillian M. Wilson Joyce I. Banford Eliza A. Daniels Forrest C. Dygert Leslie Emrich Isla B. Gallagher Blanche M. Henderson Ella Lee Ceciall C. McGregor Eddie Watson Ransom J. Daniels Clara Bickelhaupt Minnie M. Brooks Mary A. Cuthbert I. E. Constance Rodger Mattie B. Schindler Pre- Academic Seventh Grade Agnes Chester Earl Eustis Archie Irwin Florence Jeffers Hazel Manning Roy Miller Raymond Newman Richard Powers Norris Soper Llovde Vancour Eighth Grade Forrest Baxter Margaret Besley Blanche Brown Florence Burton Edith Carrick Alice Conger Nina Coats Helen Demick Edward Emrich Paul Evans Alrra Felt Vera Ferguson Walter Ferguson Sixth Grade Helen Chase Elsie Evans Gladys Hunter Helene Rose John Carrick Virgil Cheeseman Morris Felt Elliott Lewis Jack Waterman Fifth Grade Susie Bennett Grace Mayer Dorothy Petrie Louine Rodger Joseph Jerome Mabel Henderson Charles Jubb Audrey Kring Ruth Kelsey Myrtle Leadingham Kenneth Lunderman Iva McLear Lawrence More Flossie Nicol Dorothy Powers Lulu Reynolds Carmen Rutherford Hazel Storie Hattie Webster Jamie Wilson Floyd Langtry Milford Murray Fourth Grade Hazel Carrick Thelma Gallagher Nellie Green Marion Rutherford Howard Bennett Rolland Ginn T. A. Lewis Arnold Manning Clive Mills John Murray Herman Nicol Donald Rutherford Fred Soper Primary Third Grade Glyndon Soper Marie Jerome . Helen Timmerman Crammond Dodds Waldron Eldridge Lloyd Grace Lynel Hazen Andrus Miller Earl Miller Daniel Van Dyke Sherman Slate First Grade Belvia Bertrand Maud Burns Julia Jerome Grace Miller Edna Murray Lena Pearce Lula Pearce Helen Stiles Second Grade Ruth Stiles Alice Bertrand Dorothea Woodside Mildred Burns John Anabel Madeline Getman Kenneth England Irene Miller Truman FA thorp Mary Wilkinson Thomas Elliott Edward Bennett Laurence Gilpin Merrill Felt Lynis Grace Kenneth Ginn Glenn Ireton Earl Harrington Laurence Manning Harvey Langtry Clinton Slate Gerald Powers Wyllie Stout Conclusion It is earnestly hoped that this catalogue may find its way to those pupils who would like to take some one of the courses herein offered. If you happen to be of that number, write or call upon the President of the Board or Principal, telling him what you have done along these lines and what you would like to do. Program of Regents. The oral examination in reading may be held any time during examination week at the convenience of the Ex- aminer. Monday 9:15 A. M. geography, elementary algebra, in- termediate algebra, solid geometry, advanced algebra. Monday 1:15 P. M. spelling, ancient history, American history with civics, civics. Tuesday 9:15 A. M. arithmetic, plane geometry, advanced arithmetic, commercial arithmetic, physics. Tuesday 1:15 P. M. elementary English, English for teachers, English 3rd year, English three years. Wednesday 9:15 A. M. biology, physiology, cicero, Latin grammar, elementary design. Wednesday 1:15 P. M. Elem. U. S. history with civics, physical geography, history of Great Britain and Ireland, bookkeeping. Thursday 9:15 A. M. Caesar, Latin prose composition, mechanical drawing. Thursday 1:15 P. M. English 2nd year, English gram- mar, English 4th year, English four years. Friday 9:15 A. M. German 2nd year. Friday 1:15 P. M. French 2nd year.