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

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Cducation XVeek Education has been the greatest single factor in the development of our present state of civilization. As often happens in the pride of personal conquest, we forget the vehicle of success. It is to remedy this situation that The Teachers ' Federation set aside a period of seven days annually, to be known as Education Week. This year for the first time in its history The London Normal School took an active part in the programme. The week began on November 14, when a group of students presented a Round Table Discussion on Our Year at Normal School over radio station CFPL, London. They conveyed to their radio audience a great deal of thought-provoking material con- cerning the development of a qualified pedagogue. First, they considered the various influences which direct young men and women to the profession. Then the particular qualifications with regard to physical and academic standards necessary for admittance to Normal School were reviewed. Following this, the panel discussed the actual training of student-teachers, including some of their reactions to their first teaching experience. They agreed that besides all our practical training we are developing a new practical con- cept of the duties and responsibilities of a teacher. The discussion ended with a summary of the important points and the conclusion that no student-teacher should under-estimate the work ahead in the training of the next generation. The close kinship between school and church was re-affirmed Sunday evening, November 14, when a church service attended by Normal students was held at Knox United Church. Reverend Moore welcomed the students and staff. Our principal, Mr. Biehl, read the Scripture Lesson. The growth of the child spiritually as well as intellectu- ally was emphasized in the address by Mr. G. H. Dobrindt. Under the direction of Miss R. Mcllroy the Normal School choir rendered three well-chosen selections. Following the service the women of the church served tea while the guests enjoyed a social hour. The final activity of the week was the Open House on Friday, November 19. For the first time in history the doors swung open to welcome our parents and friends, four hundred in all. An assembly featuring a pantomime by Form II, Choral Speaking by Form III and selections by the choir, was the centre of interest for the first hour. Another attraction was a demonstration volley ball game in which Windsor defeated London. From 2:30 to 4:00 students and guests were directed in groups to the Home Economics room, where refreshments were served. Prominent displays in the various classrooms, exhibiting the work of the students, were the cause of much favourable comment through- out the afternoon. The departure of the guests was regretted, for this had been a most memorable occasion for both the staff and students. JAMES MacLEAN, Form III BETTY ROGULA, Form IV P ige Ten

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Werner J oa t Extraordinaire Everyone has been to an ordinary weiner roast, but the one attended by a hundred twenty students and teachers on October 14 was really unique. Instead of roasting their weiners a la coal ashes, they were served in the gymnasium a la relish and mustard. Before proceeding to the gymnasium in snake dance fashion, everyone gathered around a campfire on the school grounds to sing songs suitable to the occasion. More entertain- ment was supplied by several soloists. The programme was under the direction of the Men ' s Athletic Association. WILMA ALLEN, Form I J4allowed Eve at J pndon J loxmal School Piercing screams from the Room of Horrors began our Hallowe ' en Party on November 1. Bean bag, shuffle board and apple bobbing were the games played in the gymnasium. Mr. Biehl, our principal, led the Grand March of a hundred students costumed as witches, clowns, Bugs Bunny and Bo-Peep. During the community singing, refreshments were served. Dancing followed in the music room, which was decorated with orange streamers and balloons. Grandma Graham with her fan and Robin Hood Tomuick with his arrows won the costume prizes. This successful party was the first social undertaking of the Literary Society. BETTY ROGULA, Form IV. Page Nine

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Z)he CltriHma The mood of the Christmas party was set the moment we set foot inside the front door. A tiny Christmas tree twinkled on the landing and the members of the Girls ' Ensemble, wearing surplices and holding lighted tapers, flanked the stairs. At eight o ' clock the audience heard the first notes of God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen and turned to see the choir moving up the aisle. Three gaily-costumed carollers under the traditional lamp post began recalling the first Christmas, and the story was unfolded in pantomime, words and music. The script was written and produced under the direction of Mr. Dob- rindt and Miss Mcllroy was in charge of the choir. Santa Claus arrived with a flourish and presented appropriate gifts to members of the staff. The ladies received very special favours. The gifts which the students received were rewrapped and sent to London orphanages. After the programme, games were enjoyed in the library and dancing in the music room. Miss Conover and her committee served refreshments from a very attractive table in the Home Economics room. Christmas at London Normal School was complete, We had our worship service, we spent a social evening with our friends and we felt the true spirit of giving in helping to make Christmas happier for orphaned children. MARY TUMMONDS, Form IV jamboree Perhaps the most enjoyable party of the year was organized by the Student Parlia- ment. Philip Caddick, master of ceremonies, bicycled into the gaily decorated gymnasium equipped with a cane, a tight plug hat and a smile to fit the occasion. A large number of students and their friends enjoyed an evening of games, sing- songs, musical mixers and dances interspersed with many special features. Vocal solos were rendered by Jean Ferguson, Bill LeCouteur and Ken Regan; violin solos by Ruth Copeman. Humorous musical pantomimes using the Ink Spots ' records, Making Believe and Into Each Life Some Rain Must Fall, were presented by Eva Ardiel, Marjorie Dor- repaal and Beverley Pogue. Mary Tummonds and Fred Staffen produced a parody on the sleep-walking scene from Macbeth. Following this, refreshments featuring a jello salad were served. The departing guests all expressed regret that such an enjoyable evening should come to an end. BARBARA HARVIE, Form II Party, January, Page Eleven