Jefferson Middle School - Yellowjacket Yearbook (Arlington, VA)

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June, 1962 f - The Yellowjacket Page Three SPLENDID ASSEMBLIES SPARK THE YEAR During this past year, many distin- guished speakers, such as Marquis Childs, Mrs. Kathryn Stone, Mr. Cam- bell, Mrs. NVarren, Mr. Martin, Mr. James Townsend, and Mr. VVilliam VVright, have addressed the student body of T.-I. Mr. Marquis Childs, author of a syndicated column which is read by millions of people from coast-to-coast, spoke to the student body on world af- fairs. He stressed the importance of to- day's youth to develop a more optimis- tic view of world affairs. Mr. Childs' lecture, given on November 14, center- ed around tlie defeatist attitude of the American peoples. Several assemblies were given sole- ly to ninth grade, in an effort to give the students an idea of what the future might hold. On January S, Mrs. Kath- ryn Stone urged students to keep up with the ever changing world and plan ahead. She explained the importance of getting a good education and using initiative. The more you keep alive with the contemporary world, the more you do that's worthwhile. VVakefield's Director of Guidance, Mr. Champbell, talked about the re- quired courses and a few of the possi- ble electives one could take in senior high school. He explained the choices and told the number of credits required to graduate. The Medical profession was discuss- ed by Mrs. Wa1'1'en, Assistant Direc- tor of Virginia Council on Health and Medical Care and a frequent visitor of Arlington schools. 'VVith the help of color slides, Mrs. Warren told the ninth graders about a wide variety of medical vocations. 'fEducation in Ethiopia was the top- ic of Mr. Williaiii Wright's speech at Tee jay for seventh and ninth grad- ers, April 9. Mr. Wright had been the principal of a high school called Ethio- pian College, and he proved qualified to speak on the subject. In spite of the fact that Mr. VVrigl1t kept reminding his audience to wake their neighbors once in awhile, he had a very captivated group of listeners. He thoroughly got his point across about the conditions of education in Ethiopia, how fortunate we are, and how important it is to read with this A BACKWARD GLANCE The teachers who left TJ. last year were sent questionnaires and asked about past history of TJ. Among the questions was one on sports. In reply to this we found that TJ. won the county football championship in 1953, with Mr. Michael as coach. Also, we were the winners in county track for three years. At one time there was wrestling between Tee Jay and Dolly Madison. TJ. also had a boxing team. Did you know that there were once two private dwellings between Thomas jefferson and Patrick Henry? Across from Tee -lay was a held, where the Christmas trees were picked for the lobby and rooms. Eddie Fisher sang at TJ. with the Army Band. The Navy Band visited TJ. afterwards. Fads and fashions were much dif- ferent in past years than they are now. At one time, boys wore sloppy sweat shirts, but have now disappeared. TJ. used to have a Clashing Color Day and a Bell Day at Christmas, which we still have now. Tee Jay had some really interesting history. Don't you agree???? growing World. With him, he had brought a number of colorful slides. Each slide had an exciting and thought- ful story to it. In his speech, Mr. VVright gave numerous statistics, but in such a way that one would not soon forget them. Out of a population of about 20 mil- lion only five to six thousand people attend high school, With school costing S12 a month, most parents can't afford to send their children to school because this is as much as the average Ethiop- ian farmer earns a month. Another problem is lack of schools. On top of all this, the school pro- gram is very difficult. All students have to learn and know three languagesg their own tribal tongue, the national language, and English, which instruc- tors teach beginning in the fifth grade. Once a student fails a grade he can no longer enter school. Last year, 2500 out of 8000 students graduated to ninth grade. There were 475 twelfth graders in all of Ethiopia and only 175 got their high school diplomas. Mr. W1'iglit, nearing the conclusion of his talk, said The alphabet is the Ethiopians' key to success. YUU IIHEER FUR US, WE'll BHEER FUR YUU No one can deny that our teams this year were simply fabulous, but let's not forget the cheerleaders! I think everyone knows them but I'll just re- introduce them. They are Donna Thompson, Cricket Jarret, Charlotte Catoe, Cindy Chinnis, Pam Roberts, Pam Germas, Conchita Solomon, and Linda Lepp Cwho moved near the end of the yeaizj They were with the teams and the whole school through all the suspense and excitement of our games. They cheered us through thick and thin and spurred a real charge of school spirit. They've worked very hard on special performances during pep rallies and they've worked out some real cute cheers. This year a special emphasis was put on good sportsmanship, win it, tie it, lose it, take it like a sport. 'VVe did a pretty good job of it, too!! So now that the end of the year is here, congratulations should be given to them for their commendable job and also thanks for working so hard for us. Now it's time to introduce the new cheerleaders. But first let's look at what all those girls go through to make cheerleader. On the first days of the tryouts there is what seems to be just hundreds of girls trying to join one of the most coveted positions held at school. By the time the final cut is over, there have been more than enough tears and bro- ken hearts. However, the tears always go away and broken hearts have a way of mending. So that before long every- one is alright. That is, everyone ex- cept the girls who made cheerleaders, they're still in a daze for Weeks. Welcl like to congratulate these girls and wish them all the luck possible dur- ing the next school year. The new cheerleaders are Sharon Chinnis, Con- chita Solomon, Peggy Chewning, Chip- per Garber, Kathy Marchant, Lorretta McCormick, Joyce Barrett, Carol Han- sen, Nancy Lehman, and Lorraine Allen. Again we say thanks to the old and new cheerleaders.!!! Mickie Bachschmid.

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Page Two W Tire Yffllowjaclerf June, 1962 . -swf 1 .- T.J.'S MUSIC YEAR REWARDING T.j'.'s music year has really been a full one. The choruses gave their first concert in the fall of the year, for the student body. At Thanksgiving. the music department gave a program. The boys' chorus, girls' chorus, band and orchestra sang the two lovely songs. Thanksgiving Prayer, Come Ye Faithful' People Come. XIV hen Christ- mas rolled around the choruses, the band, and orchestra were ready with the Christmas Concert. They gave one for Patrick Henry, the P.T.A. and the student body. This year the music 1 stu -n of the Jr. Highs partici ted I 'n o am I 'el iqh on . 'llhe '1 as fa astic nd .1' gran . an- 'I asti . 1 C, , . c, V., c -Q en . . W nt ba k to p ac ice for Department ers will be confronted -with changes '1 s ring concert. Tlge Chdlal Sprin Mickig Bgchschmid their schedules next yeanvvx' oic rt was gi en n April 2 , and Some scream for Elvis, Frankie Av- The only njain difference in nintll the in H1 11C11t21l OU 3 WY WCW 211011, and Bobby V661 but We Scream grade schedules is that mathematics both C I 1 re Very Te' for Mr. Holder. Ever since that Tues- day When Mr. Holder serenaded his history classes, there have been rum- ors of fan clubs and autograph hunters swamping that rising celebrity. The purpose of that day was not to add more fame to Mr. Holder's al- ready famous personality. All he want- ed was to give examples of Folk Music. However, when Mr. Holder brought out his guitar and put it on his knee, the mood was set. As he started to sing, a rich deep, simply gorgeous voice filled the room. The girls and even the boys began to melt. While he sang, he told some of the backgrounds of the songs. It, of course, was very interesting to find out the history of the various folk songs. It was also very interesting to hear him sing and play and play and sing. As of now, no contracts have been signed, but with a voice like Mr. Hold- eris there's no telling what the future will hold. GGOD LUCK MR. HOLDER II WISH PLACES FIRST Thomas jefferson's annual spelling bee was held on April 27, 1962. This year Mr. Martin gave out words while the seventh and eighth graders look- ed on. The contestants, before spelling, could ask that the word be pronounced will not be required. Algebra, plane geometry, and general math will be electives. Another added elective course will be reading Eighth graders have to include eith- er a foreign language or social studies in their two electives. If a student doesn't choose both social studies and a language, he has to elect two of the following: art, home economics, in- dustrial arts, or reading. Each course is on a semester basis. Thus journalism will not be an elec- tive for eighth gradersg only ninth. Another main alteration in eighth grade schedules is that physical educa- tion will be alternated every other day with either speech, instrumental music, or chorus. The cause behind these changes was in response from concerned parents who wanted their children to have greater opportunities to take new courses. IN SPELLING BEE again, defined, or used in a sentence. The winners of the spelling bee placed in this order: lst-Fred Wish 2nd-Mike Brooks 3rd-Lynn Bell warding progra1 s. The final concert of choral music will be given June 7 for the student body. On Friday May 4, the instrumental department of Thomas jefferson held its final concert of the year. It was an I excellent presentation and credit must be given to all members of the band, orchestra, and Miss Marcellus who not only directed her groups but also Miss Beryk's. The program was begun by the begin- ning winds who played the N.B.C. March, To A Wild Rose, Andan- tino and Indian Princess. The orchestra followed with lovely arrangements of the march from Sci- pio, , Air and Rondo, and Tur- kish March. A solo on the Hute by Jean Thompson followed. She was accompanied by San- dra Yarbrough. She played the M in- uet and Dance of the Blessed Spirits. A string quartet, including Carol B., Fayette Wolford, Susan Isakson, Cheryl B., played Rondeau and Con- tre Dance. The band ended the program with three movements from the I-Ionder Suite, Clarinet Polka, VVashing- ton Post March, The A Folk Rhap- sody, and the Hymn of Brother- hood, directed by Jim Lewis. The program was excellent and con- gratulations must be given to everyone.

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Page Four The Yellowjacket func, 1962 LAST WILL AND TESTAMENTS I, Janice Aceto, leave Mr. Holder all my good grades and the biggest smile in the world. I, Diane Alexander, leave to Mr. Haas all of the ice cream and sand- wiches that I ate in his class. To Mrs. Custer, another 3 years of luck with her new homeroom and I leave to Mr. Potts all the thanks in the world for helping me. I, Donna Amentler, leave to Mr. Holder all my mother's old coffee cups and the memory of all the bad test pa- pers I turned in. I, Robin Anderson, leave to Mr. Haas all the banana peelings I left in his sixth period class. To Mrs. Ben- nett, I leave by a hair and finally, I just leave. I, Roy Anderson, leave to Mr. Mar- tin a pair of tweezers for trimming his beard and a razor without a blade so he can shave without cutting off his beard. I, Lynn Andrews, not knowing if I really exist, bequeath all my notes to more talented followers. I leave all un- sold school newspapers to budding journalists with that spark of divine fire. I, john Angus, leave the troubles that I acquired in TJ. to my two broth- ers, who are entering the 7th and 9th grades. I, Sue Bageant, leave to Miss Mc- Cutchen all the patience in the world and a word of caution to next year's typing students: Handle the typewrit- ers with care. I, Mickie Bachschmid, being of un- sound mind, leave to Miss Glenn and Mr. Holder all my talking and gig- gling. To the next journalism class, I just hope you sell more copies than we did!! I, Bob Barde, being of sound mind and body, hereby bequeath to Mr. Potts one broken isosceles triangle and to Mr. Haas one long television bill. I, Margaret Barnes, leave to Mrs. Phillips her shattered nerves from sixth period Spanish and to Mrs. Scott, all my incorrect typing papers. I, Margaret Bayles, in sound mind leave to Mrs. Duncan all of my wasted time in class. I also leave Mrs. Ben- nett lots of good luck with the coming algebra students because I hope they give you as much trouble as we did. I, Holly Baxendale, bei11g of terribly unsound mental capacity leave to Mr. Holder all my notes, to Mr. Potts my numerous E's, and to Mrs. Phillips all my ticket stubs to be used for future trains and roses. I, Dick Bishop, being in sound mind and body, will my guns to Mr. Haas. I, james Bobbitt, happened to like all my teachers and therefore can't say anything stupid about them. I would like to say that Mr. Olexy was at the bottom of the list. I, Linda Bradley, being of sound mind 1 Pj ........................ couldn't think of anything else to say. I, Ellis Bragg, being of sound mind and body, leave to Mr. Motes one pair of slightly used tennis shoes and all of my doctor bills caused from that won- derful sport of gymnastics and to Mrs. Phillips all the tests I failed in Spanish. I, Anne Brennan, being tipsy, leave to Mr. Martin a dozen lemon rinds in hopes that they serve the purpose of flavoring his martinis. To Mr. Holder, I leave a box of band-aids and one new guitar string. I, Phyllis Brown, leave to Miss Bak- er all my dirty gym socks and to Mrs. Duncan all my misspelled words. Last of all, I leave TJ. with many fond and happy memories. I, Jacqueline Burke, leave to Miss McCutchen one hundred yards of type- writer ribbon and to Mrs. Bennett, my very useful one times table. To Mr. Holder four guitar strings and to Mrs. Duncan I leave many happy CPD mem- Ories. I, Glenn Burney, leave to Miss Glenn a weatherbeaten, rainsoaked, mostly empty English notebook. To Mr. Motes, I leave the satisfaction of having the first junior high gymnastics team. I, Linda Bustle, being of sound, leave Mrs. Scott a pack of life savers. To Mr. Potts, I leave all my apples, make- up, and comb. Last of all, I leave. I, john Buteau, leave Mr. Holder one dictionary. I, Susan Butler, would like to re- serve the window row for all Mrs. Dun- can's next year students. If you didn't do your homework, you'll be sitting there for sure. I, Charles Byrne, hereby bequeath my faithful servant, jimmy, in hopes that he continues to get Miss McCutch- en's coffee. I leave Miss Glenn her pretty male voice and her red hair. I, Bonta Campbell, hereby on this date leave to Mr. Martin all his themes and to the whole school, I leave my brother in five years. I, jim Carter, being of sound mind and body bequest all my good study habits to Mrs. Duncan, my favorite English teacher. To my mother, I leave all my dirty laundry and the rest of my worldly possessions go to Mr. Motes. Marna Carver: Next year I'll be gone, But don't stamp and cheer, For when autumn rolls around, My sister will be here. I, Charlotte Catoe, leave to Mr. Holder the thought of no more pranks from Pam and Charlotte. To Mrs. Dun- can I leave one gigantic book of poems and to the cheerleaders of '62-'63, I leave a jug full of ice cold water for those hot football games. I, jim Cave, being of weak mind and sound body leave Mrs. Duncan one 12 foot, bull whip for the poor Sth graders. To Miss McCutchen, I leave some recordings of dray ralls for slow typers. I, Phyllis Chapman, leave all the happy memories of good, ole TJ. to the next ninth grade class. I leave to the 9th graders in Mr. Holder's class- es next year all his funny jokes and essay questions!! I, Io Chauncy, leave to Miss Glenn all the good grades on English tests that I didn't make. To Mrs. Scott, the typewriter that made all the mistakes. And to TJ., I leave. I, john Cheatham, being of sound mind, leave to Miss Glenn all my freck- les she admired so dearly. I, Cindy Chinnis, leave to Mrs. Custer all my notes she caught in class and to next year's cheerleaders all the hopes and wishes of having as much fun as I had. I, Robert Clark, will all my athletic and scholastic ability to some poor 7th grader who is stupid enough to accept it.