Preston High School - Heritage Jayette Yearbook (Preston, MN)

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Spanish Promotes Understanding Conversation, translations, vocabulary tests, gram- mar exercises, and a study of the Spanish people sharp- ened the language students’ ability to think and to ap- preciate another country, its customs and people. In MR. DAVID CHENEY'S Spanish class, students are giving the Spanish name for the pictured objects. Eighth grade geography is also taught by Mr. Cheney. Business Goal Is Proficiency Smooth transition into the business world is made possible by the Commercial Department. Typing, short hand and bookkeeping were offered. Through these courses the pupils gained new skills and a sense of re- sponsibility in the working world. Emphasis was placed on those business events and practices which are most likely to confront the ordinary individual. Music Srudents in MISS ANITA CHRISTOPHERSON’S junior high music class are learning the names and places of notes on a musical staff. Miss Christopherson also di- rects vocal music in the elementary and high school. 10 Enriches Our Lives The Music Department of PHS is composed of three bands, three choirs and two junior high music classes. Concerts provided entertainment for every type of music lover. PHS is proud of the honors which the musical groups have brought. MR. DONALD TREMBLEY. Instrumental Music Director in elementary and high school, gives lessons to part of the saxophone section. MR. MAURICE GORT, Business Instructor, gives dicta- tion to the senior shorthand class. Mr. Gort is also the junior high football and basketball coach.

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Science and Math: Challenging Fields The principles of water systems are being demonstrated in MRS. AUDREY CRITZ'S science class. Mrs. Critz also teaches con- sumer math. The science and math program prepares the individual student for the future, whether it be in science, busi- ness or college. Many of the mys- teries of science were explored by the young scientists. The biology lab found the students investigating forms of life ranging from microscopic bac- teria to dissected pigs. In chemistry the natural elements and their com- binations and reaction with each other were studied. Physics and science stu- dents gained an understanding of phys- ical phenomena by solving problems and relating the solutions to their per- sonal lives. MR. KENNETH DENNY. Advanced Mathematics Instructor, explains the manipulation of signed numbers and the signs of operation. MR. EDWIN RUNDELL. Junior High Mathematics Instructor, constructs a geometric design. Although math may seem to be very complicated and sometimes incom- prehensible, it has become one of the most important fields of education in the world today. Solving problems, calcu- lating formulas and promoting logical reasoning were included in the math courses of PHS. MR. WILLIAM ERICKSON’S biology stu- dents are studying minute particles by use of the microscope. Mr. Erickson is a science instructor, track coach, and assistant football coach.

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Home Economics: Practical and Valuable Home Economics is not just cooking and sewing, but it provides a valuable and practical help in home living. Courses in the Home Economics Department offer each girl opportunities for participation in activ- ities related to personal, home, and family living. Her social poise, ability to manage, competence in home- making. and vocational skills may be developed. C. Gunderson is fitting her wool coat under the guidance of Home Economics Instructor, MISS SARA LU GREE- LEY. Industrial Arts: Work with Hands and Minds The goal of the Industrial Arts Department is to provide students with a degree of skill in the use of hand and machine tools and knowledge of the materials and processes as used in modern trades and industries. Jun- ior high students work on assigned projects, but in the senior hi$i courses, students design and make their own projects under the guidance of the instructor. MR. RICHARD WILDGRUBE, Industrial Arts Instructor, shows seniors a few fine points of rafter layout. Agriculture: Learn Judging by Doing When a boy enrolls in vocational agriculture, he opens the door to limitless opportunities which are very rewarding. While in ag, a boy learns proper farming methods, how to repair machinery, and use tools cor- rectly and safely. He also learns soil testing, grain, livestock and meats judging, forging, welding, carpen- try, and parliamentary procedure. MR. MORRIS TITRUD. Vocational Agriculture Instruc- tor. points out what to look for in judging meats.