R J Reynolds High School - Black and Gold Yearbook (Winston Salem, NC)

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HISTORY Modern teachin Separated from the main build- ing, the history department this year became a pleasure to Rey- nolds students. Equipped with a reading room and classrooms capable of being converted into any required number of rooms, the department developed modern techniques in teaching. One such method was team teaching. Mr. Charles Ragland, B.A. Miss Margaret Benbow, A.B.; M.A.T. Mr. McLean Mitchell, B.A.; M.A. New concepts are hallmarks of Reynolds history department under the direction of Mr. Mitchell. Varied methods of pre- senting subjects promote much participation by the students in his class. Mr. Noland Thuss, A.B. g facilities head team teaching unit Mrs. Hazel Flack, B.A. U.S. History and Government students find class lectures en- livened by Mrs. Hazel Flack’s informing and oftentimes amusing comments. Mrs. Flack, for the first time, sponsored the Student Council this year. Miss Annie Graham Caldwell, A.B.; B.S. Team teaching is a new idea for Mr. Ragland who teaches two periods of U.S. History under this experimental concept. When not preparing for tomorrow's lesson, he enjoys collecting coins. A graduate of Reynolds, Miss Benbow likes to Participate in the American History tearm teaching experiment. She also teaches Sociology, and in her spare time enjoys swimming, knitting, bridge, and reading. Mr. Thuss provides his students with an up-to-date outlook on European History and Contemporary Affairs. He is working toward his master’s degree through a teaching program offered by the University of North Carolina. 20 An avid Reynolds’ booster, Miss Caldwell exerts her many energies by sponsoring the varsity cheerleaders and Pep Board Council. Some of her other interests include cooking and flower arranging.

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Mrs. Elizabeth Sink, B.A.; M.A. In 1965 Mrs. Sink turned from teaching Advanced Placement English at Reynolds to full-time work in the library. Collect- ing appropriate books for the library is her specialty. Mrs. Mary Hart Serving her fifth year at Reynolds, Mrs. Hart does book- keeping, secretarial tasks, and is treasurer to the school. In her leisure time Mrs. Hart likes to be with her grandchildren. Mrs. Elizabeth Stroupe, A.B. During the summer Mrs. Stroupe took a course in audio- visual aids to upgrade her professional librarian standing. This year she is specializing in our library audio-visual materials. Mrs. Mae McCuen Being a “helping hand” to students and teachers is the main function of Mrs. McCuen, the school secretary. When not mimeographing or sending students home for illness, she delights in knitting and reading. 19 Library provides calm conditions for learning Helpfully and courteously, Mrs. Sink and Mrs. Stroupeconduct the library in such a way as to provide a place for study, research and thought. Spirited voices, shuffl ing feet, and vivacious personalities become subdued in the calm found here. Opening at eight o’clock in the morning and closing at four o’clock in the afternoon, the library’s functions are devoted entirely to broadening the knowl- edge of the student body and faculty. Pemeenesorseucr a RENNER SAKURA WARES Mrs. Betty Burke When not dedicating her time to keeping school records straight or helping students and teachers, Mrs. Burke, the guidance office secretary, knits, sews, and travels for pleasure.

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Book shelves, filing cabinets, and bulletin boards, served as room dividers for the history department during its first few months. Mr. Martin Wall, B.S. From marriage counselor to psychiatrist, Mr. Wall aids his Sociology and Family Living classes daily in coping with their problems. A newcomer at Reynolds, Mr. Wall has already earned the appreciation of his students. Be Mr. Otis Hawkins, B.S. consumed with basketball and football. Mrs. Joann Raulerson, B.A. Sponsoring the Campus Life club at Reynolds supplements Mrs. Raulerson’s job of teaching sophomores and seniors the facts of the Renaissance in European History. 21 Coaching on our conference championship football team has already made his first year at Reynolds a good one for Mr. Hawkins, who teaches P.E. and history. His spare minutes are Mr. Howard Hurt, B.A. new son. Mr. Philip Ashley, B.S. In his third year at Reynolds, Mr. Phillip Ashley uses a direct forceful manner to convey the thoughts of his World History lectures. After school hours, his enjoyment is centered around golf, tennis and reading. When not lecturing to his U.S. History classes ar coaching the varsity basketball team, Mr. Hurt enjoys being a father to his Mr. Bill Sipes, B.S.; M.Ed. Moving from a Texas high school to Reynolds pased no problems for Mr. Sipes who teaches U.S. History and Everyday Government.