Plymouth State University - Conning Tower Yearbook (Plymouth, NH)

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30 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1929 Junior-Seniors DOHOTIl V BELLE ALDRICH Dalton. X. II. “Dot ” Forensic (2): Debating Team (3) ; Solicitor (2); Fan Athemeum (2) (3) : Social Club Council (3): Associate Justice (3). • ‘ Xrver trouble trouble 'till trouble troubles you.” Carefree, happy go-luck.v Dot lias also an aptitude for serious thoughts. The great Einstein is none too worthy of her attention. Rare products often come from little places and we know that Dalton is no exception. AXXE PATRICIA AUSTIN Manchester, X. II. Representative (I): English Club (1 ; French Club (2); Pan Athemeum (2) (3). ‘ Aryuments out of a pretty mouth m‘i inuiusmeroble.” Why do we like her? There isn’t space to tell our reasons. Anne is one of the few people who dares to be different. She has always done her share in making a good time. We shall miss your whimsical remarks. Anne. LOUISE BLAKE Warner, X. II. Pan Athemeum (2) (3); Class Secretary (3); Junior Dice Club (1); Senior (lice Club (2); English Club (1); French Club (2): Representative (2); Forensic (31; June Pageant (I); Social Club Council (3); Class Pin Committee (2); Gym Exhibition (I). What a jolly laugh. What a pleasing smile. What a jest for a strained situation! What a joy in class. What a girl “oil masse”. What a neat, little proud little person!

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“THE C 0 N NING T 0WER ’ ’ 1929 29 To the Junior-Seniors of 1929 Tin Him year curriculum prepares for teaching in Junior High School and upper grammar grades. The pupils in grades seven, eight and nine are in the early years of adolescence; thus, these grades form one of the most important links in our educational chain. The young adolescent is neither child nor man, but is in a period of transition. He has the self assertion of manhood without tin inhibitions to control it. 11 is field of interests is broadening, selfishness is giving way to altruism, and individualism is being replaced by social-mindedness. The ideals and attitudes formed before mental maturity to a great extent will determine the character of the adult. it is. therefore, important that these ideals and attitudes be such that their possessors shall become intelligent, broadminded citizens, sensitive to the rights of others, co-operative in essentials and tolerant in non-essentials. Teachers of these adolescent pupils have a wonderful opportunity to direct the formation of character, in order that our teachers may not be weighed in the balance and found wanting, it is vitally important that they fully realize their responsibility and with thoughtful judgment wisely direct and advise their pupils. Ideals and attitudes are concomitants of learning, and. therefore, may be influenced by every phase of the school environment. Teachers who expect to assume the responsible task of instructing Junior High School pupils, must have strong character and power of leadership. Firmness, sympathetic understanding, broad-mindedness, enthusiasm and self-confidence are necessary qualities for such leadership. It is also important that the successful teacher possess good scholarship and be constantly growing in knowledge. We should scorn not. therefore, to receive instruction from the humblest object that offers us its lesson. Not only is the study of books necessary but also the study of children. Each pupil is a distinct problem in himself, and only by teaching each one as an individual can we hope to be successful. We must teach the child as a member of the group and must also take into consideration individual differences. William F. Skelton.

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“THE CONNING TOWER” 192 9 31 RUTH EVELYN BLOOD Nashua. N. II. 41 Professor’’ Latin Huh (1) (2): (Ivin Exhibition (1): I'nrcnsic (2); Representative (3); French Club (2); Pan-Athenictim (2) (3); English Club (1). •1 Always working whi n Hu rt 's «ml, Krt-r ready with a kind tired.” Ruth was always “there” for the correct answer in onr History class and couldn't she (rive those special reports! We wish you all possible success. Ruth. MAY CARRUTHERS St. Johnsbury. Yt. (Dee ('Iub (1); Pan-Athciuruin (2) (3); English Club (I); French Club (2). ‘ Patience—you Imre much of it. May it Inly you us u teacher.” We have heard you went skating once when it wasn't allowed. We do not remember all of the consequences, but we can safely bet you passed them oft' with your good nut tired giggle. (! I ) V A X N I NA ASl’XDA CASTKU.O Woodsville. X. II. English Club 11; French Club (It (2); Latin Club l) (2): Pan-Athcusciiin (3). “Jo” crossed the seas to be at P. X. S. | o we like her.’ Well, I guess. Many friendships she has made. With a warm heari as her aid. Xever leaving a battle until it’s well fought. Success will surely be her lot. BARBARA Crystal. X. II. “Barb”; “Barbie Jane” Soccer; Baseball; Volley Ball; Pan Atlienauiui; Eng listi Club; Latin Club; Representative. • ‘ She is the sttul of wit.'' Although Barb is tiny, her wit would till a world. On tin- surface she is quiet, but has she pep? Ask us. we know! Sin- never expends any time or energy in the library, but would we guess this from her work in class? Not much! LOUISE DAVIS