St Johns High School - Torch Yearbook (Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada)

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I-LITE OF SOCIAL SEASON 61

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BASKETBALL DANCES NE) CRAD FORMAL HELD AT ROYAL ALEC FRESHIE DANCE—The first dance of the season was a great success as Ed Derback M.C.’s the crowning of the 1950-51 Freshie Queen of St. John’s — the lovely Bever¬ ley George, by last year’s Queen, Marlene Kunderman. Two princesses, Elsie Jaster and Betty Coodin were chosen from the bevy of beautious Grade X candidates. To add to the colorful evening, the floor show contained such talent as Ron Meyers, Delsie Shector, and Reesa Levi. ★ RUGBY RAMBLE — This dance in honor of the rugby team was enjoyed by all. We happened to note that many of the Tech ex-graduates came down probably wondering whether our dances still have the same old social spirit. They found that they did by joining in with the jive, schottishe, and slow numbers. ★ CHRISTMAS CAPERS — We were fortunate to have Gar Gillies and his orchestra at this social. They gave us a fine evening as we danced to the strains of melodi¬ ous music of both fast and slow tempos. The fair crowd was due to the examinations — many were still recu¬ perating! ★ TORCH ANNUAL TRAMP AND DANCE — We found out that the Tech students were afraid of the below zero weather, but turned out in full swing to the dancing and hot dogs. The capacity crowd enjoyed a tremendous show by Jack Shapira, Norm Mittleman, Ron Meyers, Aubrey Tadman, and Maureen Thorgerson. ★ SWEATER SHUFFLE — Congratulation to the girls of Room 13 for sponsoring this event. The girls worked hard by canvassing the various stores for the lovely prizes that were given away. The proceeds of this dance went to the “March of Dimes.” Six boys and six girls were chosen from those who attended the dance by the guests of honor, Mr. and Mrs. John Brown. From them the pretty sweater queen was chosen, Marlene Rice, of Room 23, and the sweater king, Room 38’s “Deedie” Brown. Since the dance was open to all high school students, we were glad to see many new faces in the crowd. ★ OPERA FROM — The Home and School looked after this bang-up social presented to the students who took part in the opera and behind the scenes of the opera. ★ INTER-HIGH SPRING PROM This dance was the first of its kind and was held in the Normal School in Tuxedo. Charlie Cruikshank and his orchestra provided the music while Bob Byron provided the amusing skit. We hope this becomes an annual affair. ★ WIND-UP WHIRL The last social of the season at the school was highlighted by a variety show featuring Malcolm Faddick, Don Keller, Norm Mittleman, and Reva Chess. ★ THE GRAND FORMAL — This event was something the graduates looked forward to for some time. Danc¬ ing was to Jack Shapira’s orchestra at the Crystal Ballroom in the Royal Alec. ★ BASKETBALL DANCES — The basketball season held something new this year. Double-header games were played in the Inkster, Sargent, and River Heights gyms, Friday evenings, with dances following. Cokes and donuts weres erved to the players of both teams and to the students attending. 60

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HOME AND SCHOOL, 1950-51 A FTER a late start, the Home and School Association really came to life in the school year 1950-51. Mr. Roy Calof was the new president, and Mrs. (Dr.) C. S. Hershfield, vice-president. Mrs. W. E. George took over the secretary’s duties, and Mr. Hy Bregman be¬ came treasurer. The inspiring leadership of Mr. Calof, backed by the untiring energy and devotion of Mrs. George, completely revitalized the association. Executive meetings became a pleasure that members missed only on the gravest grounds. Mr. Kushnir, as chairman of the Projects Committee, with great skill and tenacity set to work to get improvements that the school had long needed. As a result of his committee’s efforts the auditorium was provided with metal folding chairs and a $5,000 inter-communication system installed over the whole school. The Home and School also gave a most enjoyable party for the opera cast as an indication of its interest in the cultural activities of the students. One of the best meetings of the year was “Careers’ Night” when representatives of some thirty professions, trades, etc., spoke of conditions and opportunities, each in his own line of work. Mr. Calof was a gracious host to the executive at a dinner held at the Fort Garry Hotel as a wind-up to a most successful season. The 1951-52 membership already has passed the 500 mark. Mrs. S. Medzon, 334 Glenwood Cres., 502 486, and Mrs. N. R. Whyte, 359 Machray Ave., 51 514, are joint secretaries for 1951-52. SCHOOL TEA The Home and School Association joined with th staff and students in holding a tea for the purpose of raising funds to keep up with graduation expenses. The tea was most successful. The mothers rallied round with an excellent “Home Cooking” Sale, Mrs. W N. Hutton and Mrs. (Dr.) C. S. Hershfield headed th Tea Committee. Prominent among the workers wen Mesdames Kanchier, George, and Yauk; Miles. Christie Humphries, Owen, and Ross. The evening session had a novel twist: fathers pourei tea, and boys did the serving. The concensus of opinioi was that a “good job was done by all.” The tea was one more example of the good fellow ship that distinguishes the relations of school, parents and community with each other. Financially, the funds of the Student Council bene fitted from the tea to the extent of $625. COUNCIL CELEBRATES SILVER ANNIVERSARY UNDER MR. REEVES LEADERSHIP A S another year draws to a close, we can look back and know that we will never completely forget our experiences at St. John’s, where the development of initiative and responsibility are stressed. Among the various activities that St. John’s provides for us, the Students’ Council stands out well, representing the stu¬ dent body. At the first council meeting following the elections, committees were set up prepared to function steadily for another term. A female president is by no means common, but the council was proud to have as their prexy, Lil Sedun; vice-president, Bill Hutton; and sec¬ retary, Janice Lutz. The Home and School executive was represented by Lil Grushko and Ernie Cohen, from our council members. The Bar Awards committee. Bill Hutton and Ron Olin, worked steadily on their task of collecting individual points for the “J” awards. The social life of the school centered around the social committee, including Nora Silverberg, Beverley George, Bud Scanlon, Ron Olin and convened by Janice Lutz. The social events were such “whirls” as the “Freshie Dance” and the “Graduation Formal.” One of the most enjoyable and worthwhile projects the council took part in was the Christmas Cheer Fund. This was the fourth year that St. John’s sponsored such a project, under capable direction of Walter Lampe, and Eleanor Simkin. The council toured the Deer Lodge Hospital, which was one of the many visited by oui choral singers this Christmas. Students brought cannec goods and twenty-five cents, which went towards the purchasing of twenty-five hampers for needy familie: around our city. The students who took part in this project, we know, will never forget this experience. Citizenship Week was well planned by the council before it began. During this week each day was gifted by a special event. One of the most interesting was a debate by Room 5. Council reports were given, movies shown, a nd the week was then climaxed by a Students Day where the students took over the class lessons. The council enjoyed helping the Home and School Association with the tea. Raffle tickets and home cook ing were sold, the proceeds going towards the gradu¬ ation banquet. Careers’ Nite was also a successful event where speeches were heard by the students and parents on various vocational fields. The council tried hard to raise the high standards of our motto, “Usque ad Astra,” and exercised for the twenty-fifth year student government in our sports, recreational, and cultural activities. The deepest grati¬ tude and appreciation is bestowed upon Mr. Reeve, Miss Pettingell, Mr. Farenhurst, the teachers and students for their kind support they have given the council. 62