Pontiac Senior High School - Quiver Yearbook (Pontiac, MI)

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George Putnam, department head Q 52 J 4 K5 4 l Doreen Voltmann ' , Harmony Swell gifs J A busy George Putnam coordinates secondary vocal and in- strumental music at Central and keeps the department run- ning smoothly. if i Music rings out under the direction of Michael Dempsey as students enioy the practice and performances of Centrol's many glee clubs. L.. Hours of practice and hard work perfect Central's orchestra and add a note of sophistication. The group finds and gives enioyment in many performances and lends quality to each of Central's musicals. The long hours produce many talented musicians who achieve a place of honor in the Pontiac Symphony Orchestra. So it is that a city benefits from the work and the talent of the musically inclined. 27 ef'-'H 5... T. ,F ,

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x N- 1 l' Michael Dempsey , . . R'chard Morse ,, 'fr fx feewf tpfvfw ' tl' xl ,ffm Robert Peterson rim' I ,V It-Q A talented young musician, Jerry Libby, came to Central at mid year to conduct choir and classes. ...s..f.........., ,, Ce nt ral Lea rns - Bells ring and sleepy eyes slide into the choir room. As the hour passes, voices blend into one unaccompanied tone reaching for perfection. Days progress, robes are donned, and curtains part to display the choir's syn- chronized melody. The fall festival, community Christmas con- cert, and spring program displayed with smil- ing faces the common theme, say it with music. Assemblies were held at various iun- ior highs and Pontiac rang. Programs are plentiful yet behind each one rests hours of practice and hard work. From first hour choir through evening rehearsals, youthful voices rise in song. Glee clubs and selective groups give all students an oppor- tunity to develop their talent and to be a part of Central's musical life. l Vibrant sounds issuing from spirited instru t mens un- assembly. The band played an important part in nounce with excitement the start of a PCHS pep building Central's spirit this year. X, f f 'xx .us A.,-.rn-r,na.:sx1m... X l

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' 6-433- l . 6,.,. ':- 'X ' John Allshouse, department head 411, Various crafts are learned by students Ruth Hoffman, Ray Wallace, Cynthia Hansz, Charles Milton, and Gary Bramble. y is 'X fl Jean Smith . 4, .1 ,-et-L-Zia 5' f f 'fan , ' it X Pencils, charcoal, and paints become basic tools as art students strive to create. Each result displays growing skill as the students advance. Art - to Develop Creative Thinking The pondering student sits in art class, waiting for inspiration. Finally it comes, and the warmth of art has penetrated once more, helping another student fulfill his de- sire for self-expression. One more student has found his place in the field of art. Whether sharing Jean Smith's preference for crafts or John Alls- house's liking for landscaping, students benefit from the various courses offered . Increased interest required the revision of the department, and a new craft pro- gram has been made available. This year's department was geared to satisfy the talents of any student. Its pur- pose was to cultivate art appreciation and to give special training to those planning to study art beyond high school. Several students had ability enough to compete in the Scholastic Art Awards Con- test in Detroit. .. , f:g+:,x w ws vis N, Y A , , ,, ., . ,. .. , . -.., .,. ,- ,-... .,.-.,. . ..,. '. .,.,,f N.- . , li- g1 'V' 5 in .3v'-.-,,5- , -V -, - .... . ..,.. A -E l l l l r i 1