Hickman High School - Cresset Yearbook (Columbia, MO)

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MR. STOOKEY Gut of the conglomeration of squawks and noises that are always drifting from the music room, there is often an echo that can be called music. The person directly responsible for music at Hickman is Mr. Stookey. Mr. Stookey has won recognition for his work of devel- oping musicians, and the success of the band, orchestra, and chorus are monuments to his achievements. Although Mr. Stookeyls main job is. music, from the latest jive hits to the classics, we also Hnd him at most of the social functions and athletic contests of the school. We donft know how we could do without Mr. Stookey. MR. STRONG What would we do without Mr. Strong? That is the 5564 question. No operetta, play or assembly program could be put on without the line stage sets which Mr. Strong and his students build on very short notice. This man with the friendly smile and helpful advice is in charge of the Manual Training classes, and he shows the boys how to turn out some really fine pieces of work. All that buzzing and banging that you hear all the time comes out of 'CZeke's,' shop-yes sir, that is a mighty busy place. Mr. Strong has been here at Hickman for quite a long time, and he is remembered and respected by a great number of boys who have left our school, both as a Hne instructor, and as the big fella who would take those kinks out of your back before a football game. MR. SWINNEY , Many students dread algebra as something unknown and terrible, but there was a man in room 209 who has succeeded in bringing this ogre into the daylight and thereby collapsing the myth that algebra is never understood and mastered. But at the end of the first semester there was an empty place in the algebra room for Mr. Swinney had taken a leave of absence. We Kewpies sincerely hope that he will be back again soon. MR. WARNE t Although Mr. Warne came in the last semester, he instantly made a hit with all his students of algebra. His knowledge of algebra, ready wit, and friendliness cemented his relations at Hickman. Behind the maze of square roots and quadratic equations, one can find a true friend in Mr. Warne. And if we don't know algebra at the end of the year, it certainly will be our own doing and not that of Mr. Warne.

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COACH RIGNEY MISS PRATHER Although Miss Pratheris new at Hickman High School this year, she has already become a favorite with students and teachers alike. Both groups appreciate her friendly personality and keen sense of humor. As co-sponsor of the Franklin Club, her versatility enables her to assist in providing enjoyable programs and in planning varied activities, among which the annual Franklin Club Dance ranks high. Those who are enrolled' in her American history and world his-tory classes rate Miss Prather an A'-1 teacher, and all Hickman consider her a valuable addition to our realm of Kewpieland. MRS. LAFORCE Although this is Mrs. LaForce's first year at Hickman High School, this tiny lady has won a place in the hearts of all the students. - Her human interests and magnetic personality are only supple- menting a wide knowledge of foreign languages. She sponsors the Spanish Club which because of her efforts has become a very interest- ing club. - , Widely experienced, Mrs. LaForce is truly a real asset to Hickman High School. A i Q After several poor seasons in football and basketball, we really showed our stuff this year. With a lot of poor material, hard work, and great coaching, Coach Carl Rigney was able to come through with a very commendable record for both basketball and football teams. The fellows have a great respect and admiration for the Coach, and also for the way he handled his team. T ' Now, just when it looks as if Hickman has found a championship coach, the Army steps in and says they would like him, too. The fellows, and student body are really sorry to see Coach,' leave us, and we certainly do appreciate the effort he has put forth in bringing the Kewpies back into the top rank in our athletics. All we can say, Coach, is, f'Thanks a lotf' y Miss SPATH That slight and spritely little lass seen running around 'theihalls in a white gym suit is none other than Speedy alias Miss Spath. In addition to teaching gym classes, this conscientious young instructor also takes time to sponsor the G. A. A. organization, and to be co- sponsor of the Pep Squad. Because of her magnetic and friendly per- sonality, she is often the center of a group of admiring Kewpies. 1

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MRS. ADKINS , Every morning about 8:35, Mrs. Adkins is snowed under with students clamoring for white excuses. She keeps up thisipace until the bulletin for the next day is ready for distri- bution. Kewpies are grateful to Mrs. Adkins for her help and patience dur- ing the bustle .and rush her job in- volves. A OFFICE FORCE rFirst Row-Martha Daily, Norma Forsee, Dorothy Joh-nson, in Mary Bourn, Wilma Pieplow. Second Row-Marie McGee, Carol Funk, Marie Hickam, Bonnie Mosby, Halene Lee, Alice Jean Hill. Third Row-Mac Calvin. Miss WALKER Miss Walker is a newcomer to the Hickman faculty this year but by her friendliness and her personality, her own interest in the subject, she has won many friends. She has made the study of lifeia fascinating one for all her students in her biology classes. Besides all these duties, she is sponsor of the sophomore class and is a very valuable addition at Hickman. Miss DAvis F That busy little woman in the Fast Ofhce is Miss Davis, secretary to the principal. She's ai1944 graduate of M. U. a-nd brand new to Hickman this year. Here at school she makes appointments for Mr. Aslin, types school business letters, gets out the school bulletin every morning and sends out those notices to parents. She does all this with an excellent humor. -U