Stratford Normal School - Classic Yearbook (Stratford, Ontario Canada)

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June 1922 THE CLASSIC Page Twenty-Five A New Elirnturv For the first time in the history of our school the stud- ents have had as part of their regular work lectures by outside speakers on subjects of interest to teachers-in- training. The class-Stratford 1921-23 Principal-Dr. Silcoxg time-Monday, 3.20 to 4.00 p.m. The stud- ents feel that it has been a great privilege to hear these lectures and trust that future classes of this Normal will share it. Certainly it has emphasized the fact, always apparent, that the staff are doing everything in their power to equip us for this important business of teach- ing. Most of the speakers were brought to Stratford by the Chamber of Commerce, and to them we are greatly indebted. The first address was given on Feb. 6th, when Prof. J. I... Morrison of Queen's University, Kingston, gave an address on What I learned about Education in the War. The others were Mr. W. G. Raymond, M.P., Brantford, on Shakespeare's Heroes, Feb. I3thg Prof. Kingston, Western University, London, on Astronomy fillustrated with lantern slidesl, on March 6thg Dr. C. K. Clarke, Medical Director of the Canadian National Committee for Mental Hygiene, on Intelligence Tests, March 20thg Lieut.-Col. Mclfendrick, Toronto, on Al- lenby's Campaign in Relation to Prophecy, May 8th, and Major F. Ney, Secretary of the National Council of Education, on May I5th. Mr. M. McPhail, Agricul- tural Representative for Perth County, gave an address on March 27th and Miss A. Marshall, graduate of i909- l0, now Public Health Nurse for the city, described her work on March l3th. Sometimes instead of a lecture there were lantern views or moving pictures. These were obtained from the Government at very little cost. They showed the ideal method of teaching certain parts of Geography and proved how interesting subjects can be made by this means. Moving picture machines can be used in rural schools for they can be operated by the battery of a car, and the films may be obtained by writing to the Moving Picture Bureau, Education Department, Rich- mond St., Toronto. And so, when the school in Timbuctoon becomes a reality, and the ordinary everyday problems of teaching confront us, let us not forget the ideals placed before us at the Normal School, and let us show, in a practical way, our appreciation of those periods marked on the Time Table, Assembly Hall. R. L. KNECI-ITEL. SOCIAL EVENTS. I am a part of all that I have met might truly be said by each one of us in relation to the social life this year. The social side of the Stratford Normal student has always been well looked after, and this year a num- ber of special events were arranged for. After the regular Literary meeting on September 30th an informal afternoon tea was held. This was a means of getting the students together and over the cup of tea many new acquaintances were formed, which have ripened into friendships throughout the year.

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Page Twenty-Four THE CLASSIC -,Une 1922 assisted Miss Cody with members of her Y.W.C.A. class. Sixteen sweet little maidens marched with tactics, danced the Chimes of Dunkirk and the Shoemaker to music played by Miss Roe. Later, with girls of an older class, outdoor games were illustrated. At noon, a very dainty and appetizing school lunch- eon was provided for the visitors under the direction of Miss Everson and a group of the girls. At l.30, Mrs. McCallum of Shakespeare, gave an account of the work of the Women's lnstitute, an organization of three thousand five hundred women, whose motto is, uiror Home and Country. These or- ganizations occupy an important place in rural commun- ities, and wherever possible the teacher should be asso- ciated with their work. Rev. Mr. Paddon of Milverton, Mr. MacBeth and l-lon. Nelson Monteith spoke on Rural Problems. Mr. Paddon urged that a better relationship be form- ed between the rural and urban districts to bind them more closely together. ln Mr. MacBeth's address he said: Every teacher should teach ideals of greatness, and be part of the great army of teachers who kept the light of the nation alive and burning brightly. l-lon. Nelson Monteith referred to the increasing exodus from rural districts to the larger centres, and ex- pressed the wish that the teachers would encourage and foster community spirit. The next two speakers were young ladies who are taking the Normal course at Macdonald Hall, Guelph. Miss Marjorie Bell pointed out the need for Safety Education among school children, giving illustrations from the spread of contagious diseases and the number of accidents caused by carelessness. Miss Bell suggest- ed teaching the children safety habits by means of games, and the use of everyday examples of carelessness. Miss Marjorie Alexander gave an excellent address on Health Education in Public Schools, and suggested various ways which it might be carried on. To illustrate teaching health habits by rhymes, Miss Patterson's class from Romeo school gave a delightful little Health Play. Mr. Segsworth of Brampton, gave a short talk on the work of the Trustees and Ratepayers' Association. ln the evening Miss McNally gave a most interesting and enlightening address on The Project Method in Rural Schools. By way of illustration, she gave an outline of a project dealing with poetry which one teacher, had carried on very successfully. Moving picture films, The Handicap and The Rural School Fair were shown. Preparation had been made for a Radiophone Concert, but owing to local interference it was not very satisfactory. The Conference was undoubtedly a success, as it brought the needs of the Rural Communities more clear- ly before those who go out to teach there. With such high ideals set before them, these should be teachers who will be of inestimable value to Canada, and an in- fluence of which she can be justly proud. HELEN M. SMITH.

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Pagf' Twenty-Six THE CLASSIC June 1922 On the evening of October 3lst a very interesting Halloween party was held. On that occasion many a ghost was seen wandering to the Normal, for the party took the form of a ghost masquerade. A very interest- ing and varied program, appropriate to the evening, was given. Afterwards jolly games were played in the lower halls and many of us had our fortunes told by the expert fortune tellers, who had come to us for the occasion. A dainty luncheon closed the party, and we all went home well pleased with the evening's entertainment. january 20th was also a red letter day. That even- ing a merry skating party was held on the river back of the Normal. After a few pleasant hours spent there, we adjourned to the Assembly Hall of the Normal, where community singing, led by Dr. Silcox, was enjoyed by everyone. An appetizing luncheon was served at the close. On Friday, March l7th, an unusually interesting ses- sion of the Literary Society was held. As it was St. Pat- rick's day, the program was in keeping with lrish tradi- ticn. There were instrumentals, songs and contests. Another interesting feature of the afternoon's program was the presentation by Miss Cottle of the certificates in First Aid to those of us who were successful in the ex- aminations. Refreshments which would please even St. Patrick himself were served at the close. As we go to press, june Znd has been chosen as the day for cur closing party. We are expecting many visit- ors and a good programme is being prepared. There will be the Valedictory address given by Mr. Elborn, and also the crowning of the May Queen. Miss Jean Mc- Intyre is the popular May Queen and her attendants will be Misses Buchanan, Kerslake, Maunders and Willough- by. Interesting and jolly games will be provided and a lunch will be served. Happy to meet, sorry to part, happy to meet again. EDNA A. BROVVNING. ll, ff X 1, . ., W f Y ,AI if f If I ,Myym f I f, I I A17 KWQQVX i - :T ff! 1 . ' J f' A +L, X 7 f' ' Ji T u , rf. - ' 2 XV ,ly , Kb- 'fum XJ ,S r alfa-'ff T I ll, ,. '13 ..., 'JQE , I, .1 l I , A gf' f', ,.f!' ' f, ' ff .ifgfrxfffziff ix fl lf, 2 KN 'ff if ,ffl fr! 4' ul fp, ff 4 gf X X K XM , I ,ff 'V ! , X, r X, X, f THE RAW MATERIAL THE FINISHED PRODUCT Never depend upon your geniusg if youhhave talent, industry will improve urg if you have none, industry will supply the deficiency. -RUSKIN.