Monett High School - Cuborama Yearbook (Monett, MO)

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2'J.ui2U -M J so 1111.5 5 .J f 5, , Q 5234...-1 :umm ig Wie -9 H523 25 aah l'd:..LJ J., W. ,Q hu jzefvrsq FORUM CLUB In 1936 the social science classes organized a Forum Club as an integral part of their regular class work. Their objective was better understanding of present-day social problems and public affairs. The students themselves decide upon subjects of a public nature which shall be considered for discussion. Social Security, farm problems, power issue, price stabil- ization, neutrality and international affairs are some of the subjects discussed. Naturally a considerable amount of preparation is done in order to be fully conversant with the subject. After the speakers are heard, open discussions are held and student participation is encouraged. In the Forum students are given an opportunity to hear both sides of controversial issues, emphasis being placed on distinguishing propaganda from fact. Thus, training is provided in the skills of discussion and methods of critical analysis, and the student is enabled to keep abreast of the changing times.

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MONETT JUNIOR COLLEGE In September, 1927, Monett Junior College was organized and placed under the administration of Superintendent C. E. Evans. About thirty students enrolled the first year, seven- teen of whom were graduated in the spring of 1929. The present dean, M. L. Coleman, succeeded Superintendent Evans in 1929, and through his efforts and leadership the col- lege has gradually increased both in enrollment and in service to the young people of the community. In the early years the college was loyally supported by the Monett Junior College booster Club, the P. T. A.'s, the churches, and many leading citizens of the community. Today the college is recognized as a permanent institution for which no apology is offered. A complete two-year curriculum was established in 1928, and has continued since. The college now offers ninety-nine semester hours and is accredited by both the State Department and the University of Missouri. The total enrollment for this year was one hundred nine. Many graduates of M. J. C. are today holding honorable and responsible positions. There are indications at present that a few new courses will be offered next year and that the enrollment will be the greatest in the history of the college.

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PI ALPHA GAMMA Back row: Mae Griffith, Lorene Mulkey, Quentin Hammons, Ruth Sanders, Ruth Derrington, Mary Pope, Mrs. Whitfield Csponsorl Second row: Evelyn Edwards, Alice Erickson, Rayma Faye Horine Geraldine Wilson, Ruth Gatton, Naydene Garrison, Jewell King P1 Alpha Gamma was first organized in Monett Junior College in September, 1955, under the leadership of Mrs. Ermle Whitfield, the present sponsor. The purpose of P1 Alpha Gamma is to promote a professional spirit among prospective teachers and to aid education students. Outstanding activities of the club are as follows: 1955-- Valuable reading materials were secured, compiled, and sent to teachers from Monett Junior College. l956--An M.J.C.'s Educator's Club was organized. This year the club with the aid of other members of the education department sponsored and financed Monett's First Hobby Shor. The club also sponsored an anti-war program, including the play, UEleven M1ll1on'. Officers for 1937-58: President, Mae Grifflthg Vice President Lorene Mulkeyg Corresponding secretary, Geraldine Wilson, Treasurer, Carl Edwards. 'Q