Pulaski High School - Oriole Yearbook (Pulaski, VA)

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SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT INSTILLS UNDERSTANDING Mrs. Doris Dula B.A. : West Virginia University History Mr. Robert Bruce A.B. ; King College Social Studies Mrs. Maria Davis B.S. : Radford College History Miss Carol Clark B.S. : Radford College Social Studies Bulletin boards kept students informed of civic affairs. Miss Mayme McCoy B.S. : Radford College Government Miss Suzanne David B.S. : Radford College Social Studies Mrs. Alzie Mode B.S. : Radford College Government ; History Mrs. Patricia Dunn B.S. : Madison Social Studies Mr. Harold Lambert B.A«: Emory Henry A. A. : Lee’s McRay 20 Social Studies Miss Charlene Ring A. A. : Lee’s McRae B.S. : Radford College Social Studies

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EXPLORES LITERARY GREATS Junior students were occupied with the study of American Literature. This year, teachers in the English depart- ment worked to coordinate each level of the study. Utilizing the school’s audio-visual aids and the active participation of the student, the English teachers brought their students closer to the subject matter. A study of English was required in each j of the five levels of our school. Through a j highly organized English Department, stu- dents gained mastery of the complex gram- I mar usage which increased the students’ ! command over his native language. [ During his five years at P.H.S. the student j traveled over a wide range of colorful and intriguing literature. Eighth Graders follow- ed the tragic journey of Longfellow’s Evange- j; line and Freshmen analyzed the plot of Great Expectations by Charles Dickens. Studying I Eliot’s Silas Marner and Shakespeare’s Julius J Caesar highlighted the year for Sophomores. Ij Juniors were engrossed in a study of Ameri- !, can authors, which organized the evolution II of our country’s literature. Seniors were con- ; ;! fronted with Old English writings such as the epic, Beowulf, as well as Chaucer’s Can- f 5 terbury Tales and the immortal Macbeth by I William Shakespeare. I A greater knowledge of our language has exposed many new and intriguing sources of enjoyment through literature for the stu- dents of P.H.S. Mrs. Nancy D. Fields B.A. : UNCG English Mrs. Elizabeth Frye B.S. : Radford College English Mrs. VanMeter gives instruction in aca- demic English. 19 J

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OF WORLD SITUATIONS A knowledge of social and governmental systems nas become essential in a world that is growing increasingly smaller. The Social Studies Department has worked to instill a well rounded knowledge of history and civics. The social studies program began with a course in American History for Eighth Graders. World geography and world history electives were offered to Freshmen and Sophomores to broaden their knowledge of world affairs. Juniors studied U.S. history and Seniors gained an organized knowledge of the United States Government. Seniors were also enlightened on social systems through a sociology elec- tive. The annual Boys’ and Girls’ State and Youth Day pro- grams provided experiences for Juniors and Seniors respectively. After completing the social studies program, Pulaski students have gained the understanding of history they need to take an active part in civic affairs. Juniors listen to a lecture on American History. PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT ACTIVE PART OF P.H.S. Mr. Harry Loftus A.B. : Lynchburg College Health and Phys. Ed. Mrs. Janell Dobbins B.S. : Radford College Health and Phys. Ed. Mrs. Frankye Harkrader B.S. : Radford College Health and Phys. Ed. Mr. James Richardson B.S. : Appalachian State Health and Phys. Ed. A student aid records the results of Physi- cal Fitness Tests. Through a stressed physical education program, students found | outlets for extra energy which also provided relaxation from the 1 day’s academic work. By employing exercise drills and competitive games, students in physical education classes developed themselves physically. Each student participated in standardized tests, which evaluated his physical ability according to National standards. The Physical Education Department also had a classroom program, as well, which was supplemented by films and special , speakers. Eighth grade students studied health tests, while Freshmen studied driver’s education and Sophomores studied first aid. Instructed by Coach Loftus, students in behind the wheel driver’s education classes were taught the operation of an automobile and how to maneuver a car safely in traffic. Under the supervision of the physical education instructors, stu- dents at Pulaski High maintained good health and in turn received the exercise needed for alertness in other fields of study. 21