London Normal School - Spectrum Yearbook (London, Ontario Canada)

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provisions which have been made for the less fortunate or handicapped children of the province. March 14: Mr. Keefe, Director of School Attend- ance for Ontario, visited us, to explain the marking of a class register. We shall no doubt remember with thankfulness the visit of Mr. Keefe when next September has passed. Apr ' l 9: Dr. Phillips, editor of The School, visited London Normal School and outlined the aims of this magazine. It was a pleasure to meet the genial editor of the magazine which has been presented gratis to each student during the past year. Your Social Calendar is not complete. For your convenience, the following space has been -Hotted for its completion. One item which you -night include is the trip to the O.A.C., Guelph, scheduled for May 23rd. RUTH PALMER. fje {Hmbtrsttp of Western (Ontario London, Canada SUMMER SCHOOL-July 8th to August 17th COURSES OFFERED : Academic Courses for the Permanent First Class Certificate. Course in Education for Permanent First Class Certificate. Courses for the Departmental Certificates in Vocal Music and in Instrumental Music. Master Classes in Vocal Music. Courses in Rhythm Band. Arts Courses leading to the B.A. Degree. SPECIAL COURSES OFFERED: Astronomy (descriptive — not mathematical), including evening observations. Geology (Geography) — Introduction to Earth Sciences: the Elements of the Cultural Landscape. Speech Correction — two practical courses. Nature Study. Abnormal Psychology — Minor Mental Devi- ations. Conversational French at Trois-Pistoles, P. Q. Stagecraft and Play Production. Excellent camping facilities, including electricity and hot and cold showers, on University grounds. Enthusiastic social and athletic programme. EXTRAMURAL AND EXTENSION DEPARTMENTS During the winter many courses for the Permanent First Class Certificate and for the B.A. Degree are offered by extension lectures at various centres in Western Cntario, and also by correspondence. For full information address: DR. H. R. KINGSTON, Director of Summer School and Extramural Department. [31 ]

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SOCIAL CALENDAR September 12: A date long anticipated and full of promise for the future I Mindful of the aims which brought us to Normal School, we took our places in Assembly that morning. Kindly greetings and jolly, offered by our Masters and Instructors alike, helped to dispel any tendency to formality. The ice was broken and we spent the remaining hours becoming acquainted with new friends from distant places. September 15: More breaking of ice and more learning of new names and faces! Miss Rider led us in games on the campus, which were guaranteed to take the chill from any party. After a pleasant hour of play and fun we were free to depart to our homes for the week-end or to linger on the campus talking with new friends. September 22: Our Play Day, as arranged by Miss Rider and her committee, was the occa- sion for much enjoyment. As a fitting climax to the play hour, Miss Rider extended an invitation to tea in the library. Here Masters and students mingled happily in a delightful social hour. October 10: Mr. Henry, a representative of the Canadian National Institute for the Blind, spoke of the work being done by that organi- zation. Many students volunteered to aid the Institute in the selling of tags on Tag Day. October 16: Miss Jean Browne of Toronto pre- sented the features of the Junior Red Cross Organization to us, in an informative lecture. October 18: The first in a series of dancing classes was supervised by Miss Rider. These classes have been both a source of pleasure and a means of forming new friendships. October 23-24: It was indeed invigorating and inspiring to listen to a series of lectures pre- sented by one of Canada ' s greatest women, Dr. Helen McMurchy (representing the De- partment of Health), who spoke to us, imparting some items from her vast experience in the realm of Health Education. October 30: Our first big social event! The Hallowe ' en party was arranged and skilfully directed by the Student Parliament Executive. The floor show, featuring talented members of our class, provided enjoyment and humour. The many costumes reflected originality and good taste. Dancing and games were the order of the evening, and, after a buffet lunch, came the end of our Hallowe ' en party. November 10: Mr. George Corsan, a naturalist and writer of Ontario, spoke to us on Trees. Several related subjects were used to add interest and humour to this topic. November 13: Mrs. Silcox, a representative of the Home and School Association, described the values of the formation of such an organiza- tion in both rural and urban schools. December 3: The Literary Society invited Mr. J. M. Humphrey to deliver an illustrated lecture on Canada. We are indebted to Mr. Humphrey for a vivid and eloquent description of many interesting districts of Canada. December 15: Our Christmas party was a never- to-be-forgotten event. There were presents for all, and even Dear Old Santa was not forgot- ten! Like happy children, we spent the remainder of the afternoon playing with our toys, before sending them to a local welfare organization. December 19: The Saucy Hollandaise, pre- sented by the Glee Club, under the direction of Mr. Wheeler, our Music Instructor, was a distinct success. January 29, 1940: Miss Elliott brought a message from the Dominion Department of Agriculture concerning certain food surpluses. Great interest was shown by all who heard Miss Elliott enlist our support. February 5: The annual class banquet was held in the Normal School. February 14: Dr. Harrison Lewis, an authority on bird life, told us of the economic and social importance of birds. This interesting lecture was accompanied by coloured lantern slides of several common birds of this district. February 28: Mr. McNaughton and Miss Porte, members of the local Teachers ' Federation, outlined for us the advantages of membership in such an organization. March 13: The Inspector of Auxiliary Classes for Ontario, Dr. Stothers, placed before us, in a very stimulating manner, the great number of [30]

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ON THE NORMAL FRONT FIRST TERM Student Parliament A THREE-CORNERED contest for the highest student executive position was climaxed by the election of Walter Harpur as president of the First Term Student Parliament. His crew consisted of Helen Cruickshank, Jean Healy, Reginald Fairs, Marjorie Allingham, Marjorie Hainsworth, Alice Hodgins and Ruth Williams. The honourary president, Dr. Mark, ushered the ship off on its maiden voyage, which, although turbulent at times, was a pleasant one. The first torpedo struck suddenly, when the officers were confronted with the fact that Hal- lowe ' en fell on October thirty-first and a party was to mark the occasion. It was an hilarious success and well worth the effort expended. Presently, it steamed into a sea studded with mines. The captain and the crew, however, averted serious damage to the ship of state and succeeded in sailing into neutral waters after selecting and selling the Christmas cards; order- ing and distributing the sweat shirts; drawing up the budget and setting up the slate for the Year Book Committee. Home port was reached at the end of January and the entire crew is grateful for the privilege and experience of guiding the affairs of the Normal School ship of state. JEAN HEALY. Literary Society WHEN the elections ended a week of campaign- ing and the significant fruit was removed from the bulletin board, we launched upon an enjoyable series of programmes. As we look back, surveying the highpoints of the term, the splendid musical contributions stand out distinctly. Also, there are memories of keenly contested interform debates and a lively spelling match which revealed more than a little ortho- graphical originality. Certainly not soon to be forgotten are the quiz programs which reviewed every conceivable topic and the delightful panto- mime version of Sleeping Beauty. But wait! There is another memorable event — our happy visit with Santa Claus. The superb presentation of The Bishop ' s Candlesticks climaxed the varied programmes of the First Term. We sincerely hope that these pro- grammes have provided not only entertainment but also helpful suggestions which may be used in our prospective schools. MARY MacVICAR. Boys ' Athletic Society THE Boys ' Athletics played an important part in the Normal Year. Numerous activities con- tributed to the recreational side of school life and added zest to our round of studies. Early in the year the Girls ' and Boys ' Athletic Societies cooperated to sponsor the Sweater Hop, an informal event which compared favourably with more pretentious functions. Basketball was the most publicized of the boys ' activities. At the beginning of the season a team was entered in the City League and, despite early set-backs, the boys finally hit their stride and chalked up several victories. Exhibition games were played with Strathroy and Norwich. Reg. Fairs, as captain, coach and star centre, was the mainspring of the team and deserves commenda- tion for his tireless efforts. The success which attended the efforts of the Athletic Society was due in no small part to the cooperation of the students, both those who took an active part and those who gave their support. The executive of the First Term is grateful for this evidence of Normal School spirit. ROBERT JONES. Girls ' Athletic Society ON October twentieth, the elections for the Girls ' Athletic Society were held, with the following results: Honourary president, Miss Rider; president, Birdie Caverly; vice-president, Jean Dawson; secretary, Margaret Reid; treasurer, Eileen Roemmele. The Athletic Society ' s main activity was on November twenty-third, when we were privileged to hear an address by the Rev. Mr. Colgrove, president of the London Astronomical Society, on The Sun. After the lecture, the Athletic Societies emertained the students and their guests at a Sweater Hop. Dancing in the gymnasium to the music of such great orchestras as Guy Lombardo, Kay Kyser, and Glenn Miller was greatly enjoyed and to satiate the hunger and thirst of the dancers, delicious refreshments were served in the House- hold Science room. As there was no city league open to the Normal School Girls ' Basketball team, it was decided to invite some local teams to play either at the Normal School or at South Collegiate. With the exception of the interform games, the only game played during the First Term was with the Westervelt Girls, in which the Normal team was defeated but not vanquished. MARGARET REID. [Continued on page 47 [32: