Petersburg High School - Missile Yearbook (Petersburg, VA)

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Miss Jacqueline Randolph discovers that instruction in soccer cannot be limited to the classroom. Parficipanfs Become Physically Fit, Mentally Alert In an exercise requiring teamwork Wayne Van Fossen prepares to catch the weight as Craig Parrish lifts it. 26

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Past Experience, Guideline for Future Choosing the right course is an im portant decision for every student. PHS is fortunate to be staffed with an adequate guidance department which consults each student to provide the education best suited to his individual needs. A variety of courses is offered to all students. Those who desire a college education may select from the scientific collegiate, liberal arts collegiate, or col- legiate courses. Students who choose the vocational course have the advantage of a job while in high school leading to a possible career or to further study in a technical college. A general course provides the essentials necessary to obtain a job after graduation. In addition to individual counseling, the guidance department provides many services to the students. Seniors who desire information concerning college boards or colleges always find that Miss Bailey has the answers. A battery of tests is administered to the entire student body each year in an effort to check achievement and improvement. There is no problem so large that a solution cannot be found. The doors to the guidance offices are always open. Reviewing the grading system used at PHS, Miss Kathrine Warner reminds ninth grader Kevin Key that the permanent record is a reflection of ability to do high school work. With a broad smile and a cup of coffee, Miss Mary Bailey’s constant readi- ness to assist can easily be seen. Carefully checking off lists of students, Mrs. Georgia West and Miss Ann Lyons realize the accuracy required to provide schedules for fifteen-hundred students. 25

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Coaches Nelson Ramsey, Bob Budlove, ,and Hal Rhodes re- lax in their favorite retreat, the coaches’ office. Musing over one of the many problems connected with the Junior Miss Pageant, Linda Matylewicz and Richard Zaruba attempt to reach a decision. Mrs. Margaret Syme uses her charm to convince Miss JoAnne Kiser that she should carry the hockey equipment. By stressing competitive achievements, physical education also attempts to develop mental awareness. The acquiring of skills in football, soccer, hockey, and basketball gives the individual physical alertness while training the mind for quick thought and reflex. In an attempt to emphasize the importance of proper function of the human body, health is taught in conjunction with physical education. A practical and beneficial application of health, first aid instruc- tion is a course in the prevention and treatment of both minor and major injuries. The student gains classroom experience concerning driving automobiles in a course offered every semester. Augmenting the semester course are summer classes providing an opportunity for behind the wheel training. The varied facets of physical education are impor- tant to every student during his high school career and have great influence on his future life. If one acquires an attitude of good sportsmanship plus a competitive spirit, then he has attained two qualities necessary for success. Combining these essentials with a practical knowledge of drivers’ education and first aid, the individual is well-equipped not only for compatability, but also for helping his fellow man. 27