Southeast High School - Hoofbeats Yearbook (Wichita, KS)

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pupils apply skills in industrial arts “To better understand industry” and to learn how to become a better buyer and consumer were the main objec- tives of the Industrial Arts Program, according to Mr. Ralph Schaude, department head. The Industrial Arts Department included various courses in mechanical drawing, pre-engineering, auto information, auto mechanics, drivers’ education, general metals, plastics, and woodworking. Numerous projects involved the design- ing of architecture and machine drawing, and constructing everything from tables and bookcases to stereo and televi- sion cabinets. In Auto Mechanics, students learned how to repair engine systems, transmissions, and brakes, and they then applied their knowledge by working on their own cars, after they had acquired the knowledge necessary in class. Students attended the class for two hours a day. which was taught by Mr. Bill Lantz. Junior Charles Stowel! concentrates on some plans in the pre-engineering class. Mr. Ralph Schaude Department Coordinator Scholarship Committee Mr. Randolph Kasper Caps and Gowns Mr. Tommy Cagle Caps and Gowns Mr. William l.antz Faculty Lounge Student Friendship Fund Mr. William Draut All School Project Caps and Gowns Safety Club Mr. Jack McCrccry Caps and Gowns Mr. Sidney Fmmctt Mr. Merle Mint . All School Project Girls Pep Club Student Dances Mr. Everett Houser Caps and Gowns Mr. II. M. Rathmcl Caps and Gowns Student Danocs Inter Department Committee 26

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Senior Bill Willson operates a slide rule while in an advanced math class. valuable background goal of department Mr. Douglas Fulton, head of the math department, felt that the main objectives of the department were to establish the best possible math background for students, as many of them would go on to college. Many students continued in the mathematics field throughout high school, after having completed their one unit of math required to graduate. Courses in this department included Algebra I. Algebra II. Geometry. Analytics, Trigonometry. Principles of Math. Analytical Geometry, and Calculus and Analytics. Calculus and Analytics was the most advanced math course offered, with 15 students enrolled in this year course. Nine teachers and approximately 1400 students made up the mathematics department this year. Two new math teachers. Mrs. Opal Moran and Mr. Jimmie Moreland, were added to the faculty, replacing Mr. Robert Herdt. who had previously taught algebra and geometry classes. Mr. Douglas Fulton Department Coordinator Scholarship Committee Mr. Edgar Schroedcr All School Project Mrs. Wilma Bo arth American Education Week Mr. Dennis Sherman All School Project American Education Week Girls Pep Club Mrs. Opal Moran All School Project Girls Pep Club Student Dances Mr. Noland Wallace Mr. Jimmie Moreland All School Project Girls Pep Club Student Dances Mr. William Wyckoff All School Project Junior Class Sponsor Scholarship Committee Mrs. Joy Pierson Junior-Senior Prom 25

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Miss Gene Pepperkorn Deparlmcnt Coordinator Social (Refreshments) Scholarship Committee Mrs. Verna Buchanan Assembly Committee Mrs. Mary Wulfmeyer Social (Refreshments) future homemakers learn basic skills By learning various homemaking skills and the impor- tance of family relationships, students gained valuable knowledge in Home Economics classes. Courses in this department included Sewing, Foods, Child Care. Housing and Home Furnishings, and Home and Family Living. Besides skills such as tailoring garments and preparing holiday refreshments, girls learned the importance of time management, how to plan their wardrobes and coordinate accessories, and how to choose china, silverware, and glassware. April 19 was Hospitality Day at Kansas State University in Manhattan. Several Southeast students at- tended the conference which included a fashion show and tour through the food laboratories and research depart- ments of the University. Both boys and girls participated in the Home and Family Living courses, and they learned the importance of knowing themselves and creating healthy environments for their fu- ture families. A BO VE. girls in foods classes sample their handiwork. AT LEFT, seniors Patti Moore and Glenda Huff check that their garments are cut and sewn properly. 27