Roosevelt High School - Rohian Yearbook (Virginia, MN)

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Amid the beeps of Sputnik and the classified com- muniques from Cape Canaveral, the Wchrner Von brouns of Roosevelt did their part to uphold U.S. pres- tige, although reports of success didn’t seem to be oscil- lating at any great frequency. Biology, Physics, and Chemistry offered many chal- lenges to future button-pushers, which were heartily accepted by many of the rank-n-file. Most sophomores were to be found in Biology class- es, first of all — to eliminate the ’despised’’ science re- quirement, and in the process of doing so — study the racket; involving dissection of forms of animal life, and learning the plant phyla. Microscopes allegedly were very helpful. With the exclamation 'great Caesar's ghost!’’, Mr. Truax introduced his Physicists to facts about light, heat, electronics, sound, and various other items, indispensable in the ICBM, Polaris, The Rat and other everyday con- veniences. Students of Physics worked ’’simple’’ prob- lems using basic formulas, and conducted experiments, putting their knowledge to practical use. If you ever caught sight and whiff of smoke escap- ing from the crack under the door of the Chemistry laD, you will appreciate the skill and industry of the amateurs who inhabit Roosevelt’s proving grounds. Atoms, Mole- cules, lots of formulas, faiences, and symbols ear-marked this course, requisite in the curriculum of every red- blooded future demolitionist and research worker. Guid- ed by Mr. Oman, a veteran of many years in the capacity of Chemistry instructor, students of this science gained knowledge that is becoming vital in the reach for the stars . . . . Now — will we hit the moon? Anita gazas on the tiny calls, as Bob writas up descriptions ol his observations. Physics problems taka accuracy as Bill and Dave are finding out. Priscilla watches cautiously for tha outcome of her chemistry experi- ment.

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Current Events publicationi for 10th. Nth end represented here by Rendi. Dick end Marilyn. 12th grades are Miss Beckstrom leads one of her World History classes in discus- sion. Social Studies are a very important part of our studies at Roosevelt High. The studies of the accomplishments and fail- ures of the world are important to students who will become the future leaders and voters of the country. We can hope to learn from the mistakes of past generations to make our world a happier and more stable place in which to live. As sophomores, World History taught us of the develop- ment of our civilization from the beginning to the present state of affairs. Miss Simons and Miss Beckstrom sometimes have a hard time pounding important dates and famous his- torical leaders and events into the minds of students. In the junior year, Mr. Anderson and Mr. Haldy intro- duce the constitution and political conditions of the United States in the United States history classes. Presidents, their parties and terms, are one thing that are especially drilled upon this year. Finally our senior year and we meet either Mr. Mcllvenna or Mr. Rukavina for a first semester of Civics. This branch of study deals with the political machinery of our country. Dur- ing the second semester seniors have a choice of either Eco- nomics, which covers money problems and economic condi- tions, or Sociology, where we encounter problems of people and our social order. Ev«ry Friday senior! enjoy reeding Newt Week to learn about world affairs.

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 Too many cook spoil th« broth” might wall ba tha crowded kitchan during a Home Ec. class. saying in this Gloria saws tha last stitchas on ona of tha that coma out of sawing class during tha year. many baautiful garments Homemaking Commercial Home Arts courses offered at Roosevelt are under two classifications; cooking and sewing. A course in homemaking, which consists of a semester of cooking and sewing is offered to the beginner. A full year of cooking or sewing is offered to the advance student. Girls in cooking specialized in learning to make menus, learning food values, giving luncheons, and distinguishing different cuts of beef and pork. Other valuable knowledge was gained by making jams, jellies and canning. Students in sewing began the year by studying children's clothing. Other projects were sewing dresses of wool and synthetic fabrics, studying textiles, moth control, and fabric dyeing. New projects in sewing this year were a play school, in which child care was taught and a home nursing course. All y«s on thoir books, spood and accuracy. ona of Miss Wast’s typing classat works for Courses such as typing, shorthand, bookkeeping and office practice offered in RHS give any student a well-rounded back- ground for further educatioq or for work right out of high school. As juniors, shorthand I supplied a good knowledge of its basic principles. As seniors, shorthand II awarded special merit awards to students meeting its standards of speed and accuracy. Typing is a must to all students and especially to those going into the commercial field who need typing before taking office practice. In bookkeeping the ledger and the journal are the basic books. Students work for accuracy and neatness. Office practice is a big help for those going into business of secretarial work, as students learn to use the dictaphone, adding machine, calculator and similar machines.