Roosevelt High School - Echo Yearbook (Ypsilanti, MI)

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Till IIILLUREBT CIINTENTS PART ONE - THE SENIOR CLASS Pictures Biographies PART TWO - CREATIVE EXPRESSION Literature PART THREE 10 Prose f Poetry Art Music - FEATURES Activities Athletics

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WHEN puplic schools were first estab- lished in the United States, each par- ent and pupil's chief concern was the mastery of the three R's Since peo- ple in general were unable to secure more than a very elementary education., this emphasis on fundamentals was thought necessary. It was natural, also, that the in.dividual who had learned his readin', ritin' and 'rithmetic should be held in high esteem. Slowly, however, people awakened to the truth that more than this was nec- essary for a clear understanding of the finer things of life. The cultural subjects, music, literature, and the sciences, were introduced into the schools, and children were taught that appreciation was another goal to be desired in or.der to fulfill the demands of complete living. All people do not possess the same type of creative ability .nor the same de- gree. Some excel on athletic fieldsg some in art, literature, or musiqg and others like Pasteur are able to develop a scientific principle which contributes to the health and happiness of all mankin.d. Each one has it in him to create something and should make his best attempt to do so. In Roosevelt one of the best examples of our emphasis upon this important phase of education is this Hillcrest, a glorified adventure in creative expression. This publication ,provides an excellent opportunity for every student to show his creative ability. Each one has been urged to contribute what he had to this cause and make Roosevelt outstanding in the field of progressive education. Catherine Pittman, age 16 Rough Rider Editorial, Oct. 7, 1932 9

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as as ac... QFNIUFSS s e- e a e-. .. as .. PPRECI 'l'I0i OR the last three years Paul J. Misner has servefl as principal of Roosevelt School. Under his leadership there has been a subtle but sure growth. As in the case- of natural phenomena, this growth may have been almost impercept- ible to someg it may have seemed only the first slight twinees of necessary grow- ing pains to others. There has, however, been definite- evidences of progress, anld it has been that type of progress which fails to recognize any stopping' point. . Behind all this is Mr. Misner whom we know as our personal friend. He is recognized as a leader in the liel'l of progressive education. He holds out high ideals, puts into effect challenging projects, stimulates creative activity on the part of pupils and faculty, and throws himself into every Worthwhile enterprise with the enthusiasm of youth and the mature judgment of age. His ability to understand the problems oi' his students and his school have made his labor fruitful. His willingness to listen to both sides of a uuestion and to dispense impartial opinions and deci- sions have won for him the respect and admiration of all. This book stands as a record of his achievement. lt has been his aim to provide a medium for the creative ae- tivities of the students and at the same time present a vivid picture of school life. It is only through his contagious enthusiasm for a publication of this type and his ability to inspire his co- workers that this Hillcrest has been evolved. William Colburn fAdfl1JliGd from Rough Rider Editorial, Nov. 296, 1933 11