Montgomery Blair High School - Silverlogue Yearbook (Silver Spring, MD)

Page 25 text:

Mrs. Mary K. Jahn, B. A., M. A.g Librarian, Library Club Sponsor Mrs. Shirley L. Ogus, Ass't. Librarian Miss Elizabeth Stickley, B. A., M. A.g Librarian, Department Chair- man, Library Club Sponsor if 6' eb .. ,, . L5--.. -.s-af 35' V l fs il , 1 . Mrs. Jahn Mrs. Ogus Miss Stickley Librar Blairites have always taken great pride in their library, and justifiably so. lt is through the constant striving of the students themselves, guided by capable librarians, that the library maintained its status as one of the finest in ' RM M, +232 4. A sts ' ,Al .. the county. Because of this excellent reputation, county officials decided this year to open our library after school hours and on Saturdays to encourage extended use of its valuable facilities. Students make good use of their privileges in the senior corner. Early morning finds students hard at work in the library. Mrs. Ogus consults Miss Stickley regarding one of the many problems of the library. 4 . F' Q mix. Q x .qt 5 5 ,iff ld'-i X.- MQ .1 1 je 'swf-Q 'Hr I Hill L, ' A... -1 ...t 2 fl . 'N ... ,

Page 24 text:

T , ' ii fi C Q E 612 1 ,- 3' ' 5 .' f , ' fi' i f ,, i , , X' , X' . ' , .,, I , . Mrs. Breakiron Mr. Good Mr. Johnson Mrs. MacDonald MIS. Pierrel MT- Rhodes Mrs. Ruth B. Breakiron, P. H. N.g Nurse, F. D. N. A. Sponsor Mr. Joseph B. Good, B.A., M. A.g 12th Grade Counselor, Head 4 Football coach Mr. Paige D. Johnson, B. A., M. A., 11th Grade Counselor, Ass't. Football Coach Mrs. Elizabeth C. MacDonald, B. S., M. A., College Counselor Mrs. Elizabeth N. Pierrel, B. A., M. S., 10th Grade Counselor, Inter- school Relations Comm. Sponsor, Guidance Comm. Mr. Ernest V. Rhodes, B. S., M. Ed., Vocational Guidance Coun- selor, Key Club Sponsor Counselors The guidance counseloris association with each student began by helping him choose a course of study. From the first conference until graduation the counselors main- tained an active interest in the progress of each Blairite. Into this span were incorporated the many services they rendered and for which we are so grateful: the class changes, the discussions with parents and teachers, and advice about colleges and careers. The welcome atmosphere created by our counselors encouraged us to seek their beneficial guidance. The counselors, Mrs. Pierrel, Mr. Good, Mrs. MacDonald, Mr. Mr. Craft, Ass't. Principal. :'fgf,g ' , ,, rr We ' Q if H... , As Mrs. Zeigler patches J. Chi1aty's finger, Mrs. Breakiron and S. Brown look on. Johnson, and Mr. Rhodes discuss the curriculum along with 'W 20

Page 26 text:

.!B - Y ' si' M 4 ,,., 2 , K may e 'V .i. 'Wu . . 1, , f , G9 as 2- an y gg. J N I 21 W V 44 f if f W f . i i cfs A f . mt 4. J 0 .f I A Ik Z: W gsm: I Al V xx ' by 1 ' f i 1 2 f f, K.. ' f Mr, Bridges Dr. Butler lVlI'S. Callahan gfiaf . ,eg i f'555v 2 A 9 txZL? . QQ! Mrs. Miller Mr. Orloff Mr. Pioli English We based almost all of our learning upon a single foundation-proficiency in the use of the English language. The study of literature and practice of grammar, spelling, and other technical skills paved the way for clear ex- pression of ideas through speech and writing. Competence in this area provided a solid background for future ed- ucational experiences. Realizing the importance of con- veying thoughts etlectively, .the men and women formulated the English Course of Study for this who year Mrs, Corder Mr. Cortner Mrs. Feldesman Mr. David I.. Bridges, B. A., M. A.g Social Sciences, English, Biology, Permanent Substitute Dr. Aaron C. Butler, B. A., M. B. A., Ed. D., English, Plane Geometry Mrs. Ruth V. Callahan, B. S., English, Welcoming Comm., Ranking Comm. Mrs. May L. Corder, B. A., M. Ax, English, Public Speaking, English Mr. M rs Dept. Chairman Edward T. Corlner, B. A., English, Debate Club Sponsor Gladys D. Feldesman, B.A.g English, Silver Quill Advisor Mrs. Ruth Z. Miller, B. A., English, SILVERLOGUE Sponsor Mr. Mr. Leonard M. Orloll, B. S., M. A., L. L. B., English, Chess Club Sponsor Richard T. Pioli, B. A., English, Drama, Nat'l Thespian Society Sponsor American Literature is an important part of Junior English. included a new program of Structured Composition. Engaging in group Pantomimes enables Drama students to acquire valuable stage techniques. J.. f 'A L g?WFeWif'a W ty ' Q .,,, . Q, f wwf f .2 4 . QQ, new A Q .fl 3:5 W 7 , .1 3 ,. T