McPherson High School - Bullpup Yearbook (Mcpherson, KS)

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ANUAL RT In everyone's life, he seeks ajob and must learn to work under authority. The Trade and lndustry program, directed by Mr. Fred Officer, teaches employment techniques, coordinates the student with business, and enables on-the-job training. ln this way, many have found their life's vocation. Working with wood and having each boy complete his own chosen project is Mr. Paul Anderson, woodwork teacher. Through his instruction, students learn the details of using shop machinery to the best advantage. Mechanical drawing and home mechanics are taught by Mr. Hen- ry Hahn. Mechanical drawing demands precise measurements and planning, while home mechanics allows the girls to learn practical duties J such as simple wiring or woodwork Y of a good home- maker. Tinkering with a car can prove to be educational as taught under Mr. George Boone. Boys are allowed to ex- periment with their ideas to produce mechanical perfection. As an added aid to students, Mr. Wendell Kuhlman teaches special education to a group of students. Oh, lill never get this to look lik: iluxcllx box in 1 ins lluixl Smmk

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PHYSICAL EDUCATIQ XD BU I ESS EDUCATIO Mr. Van Amburg makes out his six weeks' push-up grades. Is Mr. Rickner Figuring his income tax in school? Preparing students for a career is only one of the many assets of business education. By taking typing, ofhce practice, book- keeping, and shorthand students learn basic skills necessary for later life. Mr. Charles Spongberg and Mr. Keith Rickner guide the pupils in learning these subjects. 16 To condition the body and promote physical fitness are the aims of the physical education classes. Under the direction of Miss Pat Bauman and Mr. jack Van Amburg students in physical education classes learn the fun damentals of various sports and conditioning exercises for their bodies. Now y'all start running those laps! drawls Miss Bauman. Mr. Spongberg ponders over his weekly lessons

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HOME ECO OMIC A D VOCATIO AL AGRICULTURE Checking sewing projects is Mrs. Hill, Mr. Schrag points out qualities of healthy wheat. To strive towards more emcient and enjoyable homemaking is the objective in Mrs, Constance Hill's homemaking classes. In home economics, skill, practice, and training are necessary to produce that flawless casserole or a neatly-tailored dress. Yet, love and practical judgment must be exerted to the utmost de- gree and mingled with knowledge. Home living provides an opportunity to learn more specialized lessons, such as interior decorating, planning a wedding, and child care. In all, more successful home life is derived. Under the direction of the Central Kansas Area Vocational Technical Program, courses offered by Mr. Dick Ramsdale and Mr. Delbert Schrag served as valuable training for boys interested in agricultural careers. In vocational agriculture, such things as livestock and poultry judging are emphasized, giving the boys an insight to practical aspects of farm living. Agricultural mechanics teaches a working knowledge of farm implements - a valuable asset to any foreseeable future on a farm. Home Ec. girls demonstrate their cooking ability. Use that machine carefully, warns Mr. Rams- ale.