Polytechnic High School - Polytechnic Student Yearbook (Los Angeles, CA)

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fast nfl Ki ADELE HUMPHREY Woe-Prjnci pals l. G. GOODSELL The art of living today at Polytechnic in- volves the old but ever-beautiful Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would that others should do unto you. There are many at Polytechnic who do live by this precept. They are the ones who return lost articles: who refrain from dis- turbing classes and the library: Who go about at a pace which does not endanger the well-being of fellow students: who make room on bench or bleacher for all who can be accommodated. In short, it is simple acts of social concern that make up the art of living with others anywhere. ADELE HUMPHREY A definition of the word art is, the skill- ful and systematic arrangement or adapta- tion of means for the attainment of some end. Polytechnic High School is made up of students and faculty, not of buildings and equipment. In order to make living today at Polytechnic an art, one must strive to attain some Worthy end. Without that ambition no one arrives. The means for attainment are within the individuals who are living together in this great school. Without a Willingness and de- sire to be guided, students and teachers never succeed in arriving at a desired goal. The great scientist Charles Steinmetz said, Cooperation is not a sentiment-it is an economic necessity. l. G. GOODSELL Every student of Polytechnic knows the kindly manner in which Miss Mulvihill, counselor, and Mr. lesson, registrar, carry on their Work. Miss Mulvihill and her staff talk with each student every term about courses, professions, and vocations. Mr. Iesson's efficiency in matters of attendance and guidance have Won the respect and friendship of all the students he meets. Both make invaluable contributions to life at Polytechnic. MARY MULVIHILL, Counselor R. W. IESSON, Registrar

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The ART DEPARTMENT serves a dual purpose, giving those inter- ested in art as a means of livelihood an idea of what is expected of a commercial artist, and something of the background of art to those interested in its cultural side. Making cuts for The Optimist, doing the art work for the Annual, and making posters for display provide practical training for art students ....... In the COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT, l present to you this Certificate of Vocational Effi- ciency are the words every student hopes to hear before graduation. These certificates, issued to the ten per cent of the commercial graduates chosen by the entire commercial faculty, are recognized by Los Angeles business men as excellent recommendations. Among courses which train students for the business world of today are salesrnanship, merchandising, shorthand, typing, and bookkeeping ....... The ENGLISH DEPARTMENT is concerned in the development of language power. It plans to carry out the mastery of English as a science, as a tool, as a history, and as a joy. In addition to classes in all language arts, there are classes in public speaking, drama, composition, Ameri- canization, journalism, and literature. Valuable assistance is given by the entire faculty in the preparation of assembly programs and in the training of speakers and entrants in various contests ....... The HOUSEHOLD ARTS DEPARTMENT boasts a record enrollment of six hundred fifty students. In a varied schedule are special classes for seniors in dietetics, home management, boys' foods, and social arts. Trade schools show preference for Poly graduates of cosme- tology, power sewing, and other household arts courses. Costumes are provided by the sewing classes for participants in many programs. . . . . . . The INDUSTRIAL ARTS DEPARTMENT has added much new equipment this year. To assist the student in choosing a career, it provides exploratory experience in various fields. To the pupil who has already chosen his career, intensive training is given in the field of his choice. The courses which at present offer this vocational train- ing are architecture, auto mechanics, cabinetmaking, and printing. It is hoped that several more can be added next year ....... FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT students strive for a reasonably good pronunciation, a basic understanding of grammar, and the cul- tural background of the language studied. Interest in world affairs cultivated here promotes pe through better understanding and leads toward world friendship. department helps many clubs with plays and songs in French, Sp h, German, and Latin ....... MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT instructors plan to fit some students for college and to fit others for work in everyday life. An admirable ffm lilly ffl J 1 ',,rl'.Q,tf' fjvfif WW Registrar's Office Biology :cial Studies Aircraft Drafting WoOd-Tufnjng AWOQMJY?