Medina High School - Mirror Yearbook (Medina, NY)

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Future scientists prepare and study the properties of bromine. Keen observation is especially stressed in the Science Department. Through experiments and demonstrations the students are given an opportunity, not only to learn certain laws ot nature, chemistry, and physics, but also to test and improve themselves in observation by recording what they observe in notebooks. Neatness, accuracy, the reaching of logical con- clusions, and the application of reading in science to concrete action are other character- istics developed. Ermie M. Boardman Gerald Hare, BS. B.S. Cbevziylry General Science Plyyrirr Biology Teaching methods used are discussion, demonstration, lecture, laboratory, and note- book work. Films are also used to emphasize and supplement textbook instruction. In class discussions post-war problems of health, soil conservation, natural resources, and atomic energy are stressed. Parts played by other countries in the development of various branches of science and the 'need for world cooperation in advancing and increasing the knowledge of science are pointed out. The Iunior and Senior Science Clubs are connected with this department. Special pro- jects have been carried out in reading various instruments of measure and in microscope work. SCIENCE Keen Observation 10 Alerlness THE LIBRARY Is there a student in Medina High School who has not spent some time in either the School or the Public Library? If so, he is missing a great deal of fun and l'A's,' on his report card! At some time during the year every class has been given some homework necessitating a visit to the library for research and supplementary reading. The library ful- fills this need by having on hand books per- taining to all subjects. l 1 . ,. l ,:Qr. L I s S 13:1- E 5E:'Qgf:5Eg:':. l - 1 X - ::5..f 1: Ezzari-1-I-:P -fail-: ' ..... , , 02. .... .,.,- efgffb 3 L . ., E no If Y 'li' Helen M. Flora Webb Gillmeister A.B. A.B.g B.S. Lee-llvbedalz Lilnmry Library Many books for entertainment are to be found in the library. The Library Department publicizes new additions in this field by snappy book reviews in the M.H.S. News and by the Bulletin Board. The aims of the School Library are to en- courage leisure reading and to help the student to learn how to find information through use of the library tools. Now, however, both libraries are urging more than ever that people of the United States' acquaint themselves through books with peoples abroad. All students make extensive use of the School Library. 319253.35 Amis QFWWQ... . '

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Accuracy MATHEMATICS In elementary and advanced math, accuracy is stressed. Through problems and exercises based on true-to-life questions and on formulas connected with new scientific discoveries, the student is given the opportunity to improve his accuracy and increase his speed in solving problems. The usual method employed in the math classes is explanation of new work, followed by class work on the lesson at hand with in- dividual help by the teacher for those needing it. Previous work is continually reviewed through daily quizzes. Typing copy for the H. S. News is the weekly job of the secretarial practice class. l l Laura G. King Melvin H. Miller A.B. g A.M. jzmior High Mrzfbezmzlirr Sfbrml Alrlfflffllcllffi Students who plan to enter the field of engineering, science, or aviation as their life work discover that these occupations depend on math. In order to meet the needs of students preparing for these fields of work, elementary and intermediate algebra, plane and solid geometry and trigonometry are offered. The study of mathematical instruments is offered in the Math Club. A new feature in elementary math was the use of mimeographed units of work. In trigonometry class, prospective engineers study the transit. In the Business Department the characteristic of self-reliance is developed through activities in and out of the classroom. For example girls in secretarial practice classes served as secre taries to various teachers and in the school ofiice, thus gaining actual experience working as stenographers. Students in retailing classes worked in local stores for a minimum of fifteen hours a week for which they received one unit of school credit. Jie. Laura Engelson Olga L. Hinckley Ralph W Wilt A.B.g M.A. B.S. B S Bu.ri11e.r.v Snbjerfr Guidrwre Bufifzefs Subject: Remilizzg The informal method of teaching is mod ernized by the use of the latest systems in teaching shorthand and typing. More emphasis is placed upon skill to meet post-war competi tion. Several projects have been carried out in the business department this year. The retailing A classes arranged an Easter display in the show case in the lower front hall. Members of the Commercial Club visited local ofhces and in dustries. A new feature introduced in the typing classes was the awarding of certihcates of merit to students with fewer than fixe mis takes on a speed drill. COMMERCIAL SUBJECTS Self-Reliance 9

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Appreciation of Music MUSIC Someone once said that music is the voice of the soul giving vent to its emotions. In order to help instill in the students of Medina High School appreciation of the souls voice and what it has to say, the Music Department has established many musical organizations. Among them are the junior High School Chorus, the Girls' Glee Club, the Band. the Orchestra, the A Cappella Choir, and the Dance Band. As usual, classes in elementary music, instru- mental instruction, rudiments of music, and harmony are offered. Participation in a suffi- cient number of musical organizations and a study of harmony entitles the student to a Art students put in the shading of their charcoal drawings. The aim of't'lre ' f in the student appreciation of good art and the ability to use it in beautifying his surround- ings. The studio method of teaching is used ,':, f . . to au vment the student's abilitf to draw and H773 :'Q'Z':I ' - 8 . . y gif- -- - to use different types of paints. Good taste, it --ivlrn .. ' .Q i-:-- originality, and keenness of perception are A , - Q' stressed. .W E I , . .,.. izwllli I zz. p . , E . ' fri R. Belle Cooper Norma -I. Lund Ralph Rea, B.M. I A. is -5 i High St-hoo! B.S. Ifzilrumeflml Mzzric f1fuiorHigh Music '...,' ig ig St-him! Mzrrir ' K ,. 'Jia Q sit y ,. its --'1 Under the supervision of their sponsors, --M fl i' ' it the Band furnished music for athletic events n and for assemblies, and the two choruses par- WIfh,G11mX1B Elizabcglswlnsof ' - Q ' -, , ,. - 7 1 rams, . . . . ticipatcd in the Christmas Assembly and many High SL,b00lA,,, Wi0,,Hj yy 8 other events. Through collaboration of all the 551,001 AU musical groups, the annual spring concert was presented on May ninth. Members of the Junior Choral group lift their voices in song. During the past year Mr. Williams, high school art instructor, has had charge of the show case in the lower front hall. Under his supervision many interesting displays have been presented to the students and to the public. Besides painting posters and publicizing various school events, the Art Department has made ship models and puppets. Individual equipment boxes from war supplies ammuni- tion boxes were decorated. In elementary art, special projects during the year were oil paint- ing, enamel painting, weaving, and plaster tiles. A course in art for adults in night school classes was a new feature introduced this year. junior and Senior Art Clubs supplement the work of this department. FINE ARTS Appreciation of Art 11