Ruston High School - Resume Yearbook (Ruston, LA)

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MR. B. G. CAMPBELL MR. J. DEMAN GARNER MR. E. D. PERKINS MISS RUTH JOHNSON MRS- B- A- TURNBOW .Mathaaatias - Shaft Hat ta a Haag Distance One and a half years of math are required for graduation at Ruston High. Students must take Algebra I and then may pick any or all of the other math courses. Geometry, Algebra ll, Senior Arithmetic, and Trigonometry are offered to the students who wish to become proficient in the field of mathematics.

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MR. R. W. PHILIPS MR. MORGAN PEOPLES MRS. MITCHELL MR. EARVIN RYLAND MRS. SMITH replaced MR, BRUCE BAGWELL Sncizzl Sciences Prepare lls for Our ,Nafivuis .?ufurc The social science program at Ruston High covers a wide field of subiects. The courses offered in this varied field are civics, geography, American History, Americanism vs. Communism, economics, sociology, and general history. Geography provides a solid foundation in the geographical features of the world. Many things about our state, federal, and local gov- ernments and our rights and duties as citizens are taught in civics. The history of the United States is discussed in detail in the American History classes. A new part of our curriculum this year was the corn- parison of democratic life and socialistic life in Ameri- canism Vs. Communism. The development of the entire world is covered in general history. Economics is a vital and interesting course offered to seniors. It prepares them for life on their own. Sociology, offered the second semester of the senior year, ex- plores social behavior patterns and laws and enables us to understand other people as well as ourselves. When you quote me, quote me exactly! Two new members of the faculty compare notes on current events. Going someplace? -

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MR. L. J. GARRETT MR. H. E. BELISLE MR. CLIFFORD DRY MRS. SOPHIA COOK MISS CORAUE SAUNDERS Vocativmzl Crainiug far the Growth of the Natian Be careful! Better check with Mrs. Garrett on that spelling, Coach. The strength of a nation depends upon the quality of its homes. The Homemaking Department offers girls a complete course in homemaking. Child care, home management, interior dec- oration and nutrition are included with the semester work in cooking and in sewing. A well equipped building is an important part. Mechanical drawing, shop and agri- cultural courses are available to the boys. These courses prepare' the Rus- ton High boys for iobs requiring me- chanical skills or agricultural knowl- edge. Mrs. Cook and Miss Saunders show us how. Physical Sducafian, Kvcreation, Health .A Superb Criv The adage A strong mind and a strong body is also a modern goal. ln the Physical Education De- partment the boys play team games, run track, and participate in many other activities. The girls are trained in team sports, rhythms, and individual sports. The Ruston High School PE Department specializes in developing a strong, well-co-ordinated body, a spirit of cooperation, and fair play. Straighten that arm out, and watch the ball. I3