Limestone Community High School - Amulet Yearbook (Bartonville, IL)

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The life of an English teacher is dominated by the endless grading of essays, as Mary Margaret Walker, left, is shown doing during one of her English classes. Mrs. Walker, known as a hard taskmaster, has dedicated 35 years to teaching her stu- dents correctness in both written and spoken lan- guage. And she has been ac- tive in professional organiza- tions which have enabled her to keep up on current methods and techniques in teaching English, such as National Council of Teachers of English. Illinois Teachers of English. Peoria Area Teachers of English, and Del- ta Kappa Gamma. Teaching is not. however, the only interest of Mrs. Walker. I enjoy attending classical concerts, opera performances, legitimate theatre, art galleries and museums. I also enjoy visit- ing restored houses and his- torical buildings. Traveling and playing bridge are addi- tional interests.” she relat- ed. She has contributed to civic organizations such as: St. Paul’s Cathedral. Peoria Symphony Guild. Amateur Musical Club. Peoria Civic Opera League. Lakeview Mu- seum. Peoria Historical Soci- ety. World Affairs Council. Chicago Art Institute, and American Association of Uni- versity Women. Office Manager Adeline Ro- senbaum has watched the growth of LCHS over the years from the original wing to the present three-stage structure which now houses nearly 1300 students. The school grew where there was once only a flat, open field.” The building has not been the only thing to change drastically. Miss Ro- senbaum noted. ”1 have par- ticularly noticed the dress of students change over the years. They dress so imagi- natively now.” she laughed. Pictured at right. Miss Ro- senbaum was hired in 1953 as one of three building sec- retaries by L.D. Murray, the first administrator of the new school district. As office manager, she works under Business Manager David Johnson and is responsible for coordination of duties of all building secretaries. “This is the kind of job you either love or hate.” the vet- eran secretary said she has always told prospective em- ployees interviewing for sec- retarial positions. “A lot of people don't belong in a school setting, but if it’s right for you. it's a great job.” she stressed. I know I am never going to get bored because there is always something changing. A school is a microcosm of the world, a world one gets to share with a lot of peo- ple.” super secretary Ade- line Rosembaum explained. One of the activities held at LCHS which Superintendent Dr. Norman Endsley has been most proud of is the annual Senior Citizens Christmas Party. Dr. Ends- ley is pictured, left, address- ing the assembled group sur- rounded by poinsettia presented as gifts through a drawing to lucky senior citi- zens. Dr. Endsley's association with the school began on October 14. 1953. when he began teaching business at the newly-constructed school as one of 33 faculty members who worked under Mr. L.D. Murray who, Dr. Endsley remembered, in- formed students that no rules would be made until they were needed. At the end of the day. 17 rules were implemented. Peak enrollment was 1713 in 1976. he recalled. Over the years. Dr. Endsley has taught typewriting, gen- eral business, and office ma- chines. He also served as dean of students and as business manager. Tight money control has been one of Dr. Endsley’s priorities and one which concerns him more in light of State of Illi- nois cutbacks in funding to education. He recalled that students had no bus trans- portation until 1959 when they had to pay. If the State doesn't provide mon- ey. we may revert back to that again. Endsley said. 8 35 Year Feature

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WHICH ESTEEMED MEMBER OF OUR FACULTY Worked on a barge line that plied the Illinois River? Is paid to restore old oil paintings? Has taken students and faculty on canoe trips to Canada? Immigrated to the United States from another country? Dedicatecl ‘Tttcc iaet Which esteemed member of our facul- ty worked as a deck-hand on a barge line that plied the Illinois River? Is paid to restore old paintings? Has taken stu- dents and faculty members on canoe trips to Canada? Immigrated to the United States from another country? This person is none other than Mr. Mi- chael Rule, science teacher at LCHS for 28 years. Mr. Rule gave up adviser- ship of Amulet this year after 25 years. And to him we dedicate Volume 35. Mr. Rule was born in Sorel. Quebec. Canada, and came to the United States at age twelve. He is fluent in French as well as in English. He graduated from Woodruff High School in Peoria, re- ceived a Bachelor of Science degree from Bradley University, and a Masters degree from the University of Illinois. He began his teaching career at LCHS in 1960. As well as advising Amulet for the past 25 years. Mr. Rule served as Science Department chairman for 15 years, and football athletic trainer for 10 years. He has taught a variety of courses, including aviation. French, field biology, anatomy physiology. mi- crobiology. genetics, invertebrate zool- ogy. and biology. He has also spon- sored the French Club. Science Club, and the JET Rule has supervised the school science fair and still advises grade school teachers and their students about their projects, as well as supplying grade schools with judges. And he often serves as judge himself because he likes to encourage young people to ex- cel in science. Mr. Rule is interest in his students, and has been known to help them with per- sonal problems — often through tele- phone calls or personal visits at home or at school. He is optimistic and posi- tive toward young people and their ability to learn and mature. Mr. Rule is often found late after school working in Room 234 or on weekends preparing interesting, motivating lessons for his students. He enjoys writing letters of reference and keeps in touch with many graduates, especially doctors or nurses who have take his classes. Mr. Rule is not. however, a man of all work. He has a wide array of interest- ing hobbies. He is a licensed pilot, an avid and excellent photographer, a re- storer of antique furniture, and a fine singer as well. For 14 years he has in- troduced teachers and students to fishing and canoeing in the lakes and streams of Ontario. Canada. It can be said of Mr. Rule that whatever he at- tempts he does to perfection. It is with great pride that the staff dedicates the 1988 Amulet to Mr. Michael Rule in honor of his 25 years spent in advising its production. His dedication to the publication and the long hours of plan- ning. photographing, doing layouts, and guiding a young staff are deserving ,rone who would devote 25 years of his life to yearbook advising is deserving, if not of sainthood, of recognition for outstand- ing. unfailing devotion to high school journalism. Mr. Rule expresses surprise and gratitude after learning the Amulet has been dedicated to him. He stepped down after 25 years as Amulet advis- er. Dedication 7

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7 ‘ftycive s4CC Senvect 35 'Ifeaste, Jack Clinton, pictured at right, has never been known as a man who has ever sat down on the job. He is pic- tured here in a rare moment of relaxation catching up on local news. Mr. Clinton has taught at LCHS for 35 years. He cited as major highlights of his career the fact that he met his wife Ann here and that he has been chosen Teach of the Year twice. His years as a teacher have been greatly enriched by all the friends he has made — students, teachers, and par- ents. Mr. Clinton has a positive philosophy which he has practiced all his life and which he has shared with colleagues and students. “Enjoy life. Live each day as though it were your last. My father always said. ‘Keep your nose clean. Be sure you are right and then go ahead.’ ” A superior teacher. Mr. Clin- ton has been called The Mad Spaniard” by many stu- dents because of his fun-lov- ing nature and has always spiced up his classes by teaching Spanish songs and dances and offering cultural experiences such as field trips to Spanish-language movies or plays or trips to Chi-Chi’s Mexican Restau- rant. He has always made learning fun. Ann Clinton, pictured left as- sisting young charges in the mechanics of going down a sliding board, summed up her 35-year teaching career when she stated. “It was al- ways and still is exciting to help shape the lives of child care children and students. Small children adapt to change so quickly!” Mrs. Clinton was instrumental in organizing a child care pro- gram to give teenagers ex- perience in working with small children to better pre- pare them for parenthood. She also felt that young chil- dren would have a better start in school. She remem- bered how happy she was when Child Care moved from tiny Room 242 be- cause “it felt good to have more room to be active in. and the program ran smoother. Child care has been only one of Mrs. Clinton's interests. She also has enjoyed pre- paring gourmet foods, down-hill skiing, and I love to travel. Mrs. Clinton and her husband Jack. LCHS Spanish teacher, have spent summers in their cottage in New Hampshire and have enjoyed visiting historical sites in the Boston area, as well as spending time with their two sons who live and work in the East. Mrs. Clinton has always shown deep concern for her students both in and out of school. “The motto that has helped me most.” she said, “is ‘Stay calm and adjust.’