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

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CONSTANCE MILLER—B. A. St. Olaf College; Gen- eral Music; Chorus. BRUCE SPILLUM—B.S. University of North Dako- ta; Instrumental Music, Band, Pep Band. JOYCE TRINE—B.S. Mankato State College; Junior and Senior High Art; Cheerleading Advisor. NANCY ERICSON—B.S. Stout State University; Home Economics; F.H.A. Advisor; 9th Grade Ad- visor. MORRIS TITRUD—B.S. University of Minnesota; Agriculture; F.F.A. Advisor. RICHARD WILDGRUBE—B.S., M.S. Winona State College; Industrial Arts; Junior Class Advisor SHIRLEY GOUTCHER—B.A. Westmar College; Bookkeeping; Shorthand; Typing. DENNIS O'HARA—B.S. Dickinson State College; General Math; Business; Wrestling Coach. RICHARD IRISH—B.S. Mankato State College; Drivers Education; 'B' Basketball Coach; Ass’t. Baseball Coach. 16

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Science Mathematics The math department of PHS triggers calculated desires to achieve. Math courses in elemen- tary algebra and geometry were followed by advanced algebra and trigonometry. Fourth year math consisted of a combination of topics and enabled the superi- or pupils to delve into the complex structure of the number system. Another integral part of the math department included the junior high level courses and those which concentrated on the business and practical aspects. Striving forward in the complex world of today Preston's science department keeps pace. Chemis- try class learned about matter and energy and were introduced to the scientific material with an analytical interpretation. Physics class developed their skills and knowledge with the varied approach of experimentation. Physics students studied classical physics areas of mechanics, heat, light, magnetism and electricity. Biology students studied in detail the cell, botany, zoology, human anatomy and physiology. The math and science depart- ments, an important phase of the overall curriculum at Preston, remained attuned to the achieve- ments of today. 15

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Business, Fine Arts, and Manual Arts Interested students were instruct- ed in the practical application of business skills and office proce- dure. The Home Economics classes stressed the art of sewing, family relationship and many other things this year. The manual arts and Agriculture classes worked its way through another year, preparing students for industrial-art careers. In accordance with the state law, successful completion of their Drivers Training course enabled the sophomore students to obtain their drivers license before their eighteenth birthday. The Preston High School Band added music and marching for- mations to half-time and pre- game songs. The Art Department offered many new and exciting ideas this year. Many of these creations were displayed in the lunch room and during the year.