Sumner Academy of Arts and Science - Excalibur Yearbook (Kansas City, KS)

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:fling f 'wg ,-wi an 'X-596 44- 53151-. 'S 4 fb E Q x - ' g Mrs. Channell is most often seen running back and forth to the printer in her role as adviser to THE ACA- DEMICIAN, school newspaper. In less hectic moments, she teaches English 8 and speech. Dur- ing the summer and on week-ends, she is likely to be found camping on the shores of a lake while she enjoys water sports and ac- tivities. Mrs. lPolly Grammarianl Rhone is one of the senior citizens on the English department's staff. She must have a neat classroom and silence at all costs. Her hob- bies include reading and traveling lwhen she can find the moneyl. Swimming used to be a pastime, but the new skimpy bikini took care of that. Her greatest fear is see- ing the first snowflake of the winter. Everyone knows she must bum or hitch hike her way to school because she refuses to drive on ice or snow. She is married to the head man at Wyandotte High School and has one daughter Susan, a college student. T5 fc

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l l l I l l 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 lXx 12 13 14 1 - , 15 1. Ms. Martha Avery, 2. Ms. Geraldine Breedlove, 3. Ms. Gruendel Dickenson, 4. Ms. Sarah Franklin, 5. Ms. Jinnie Lockett, 6. Ms. Willia Ryan, 7. Ms. Helen Saunders, 8. Ms. Lettie Stovall, 9. Ms. Terry Mills, 10. Ms. Joanne Whitney, 11. Ms. Clarice Williams, 12. Mr. Lyle Crossler, 13. Mr. Leander McKinnis, 14. Ms. Juanita Smith, 15. Mr. Ronald Williams. The custodial staff is a much appreciated group of hard working people at Sumner Academy. In addition, their pleasant personalities help to give a more cheerful at- mosphere around the school. Staff Aids in Smooth Operation ln the summer of 1978 the Sumner library was remodeled completely. Two walls were removed so that the former library, a workroom, and a science room became one larger library. The floor was carpeted in a rust tone. An accoustical ceiling was installed. Nine large tables, formerly from Wyandotte High cafeteria, received new stain and varnish, plus new tops. Six study carrels and five small tables provide individual sitting. The tables and carrels plus the black vinyl and steel chairs accom- modate a seating capacity of sixty-six. Other major additions include: card catalog, charging desk, additional shelving, microfiche reader, microfilm reader-printer, magazine rack, book display rack, six book carts, atlas stand, and cable television with video tape recorder. These are in addition to the two microfilm readers and the paper- back display rack which already were housed in the library. The security system, as is in all the high schools, was reinstalled upon completion of remodeling. ln the first semester of the 1978- 79 school year, new additions of materials amounted to over 3500 books and 350 audio-visual kits. By the end of the year the library should house approximately 10,- 000 volumes and 900 audio-visual kits. During the year, the students at Sumner Academy spend 15 minutes of each day for a mid- morning break. Most students find the cafeteria as a welcome relief to the day to day class schedule. The cafeteria is an area where a great many students gather together. But the mid- morning break is not the only time a student may spend some time in the cafeteria. During lunch, the students may again gather with friends to enjoy their noonday meal before returning to class. ln addition, the cafeteria is also used by organizations. For example, the drill team uses it to practice their drills. I 33

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f'N x X . .X . fl- ,xi . ,Es x - -'-, ,s, Y .f ,-,w ,,-H N . ' 'll ' -fl?-f ' flf. X ' XQX Lf' 11.4 Q j l,JL:,j 'L' 1 ij, 'XX , .. nt. . . .2 Before coming to the Academy, Mr. Jasinskas was a teacher and kazoo vir- tuoso at Wyandotte Senior High School. After thirteen years, he still enjoys teaching-and plans to remain in educa- tion after he grows up. A teacher of English, Mr. J. especially enjoys teaching courses in the areas of creative writing and vocabulary development. When he isn't teaching, Nlr. J. enjoys go- ing to school lhonestlj and driving his sports car. He is currently working on his dissertation for a doctorate in education. There is considerable doubt that becom- ing Dr. J. will improve his basketball play- ing. One wonders .... Ms. Virginia lreton, connoisseur of fine note cards and proper grammar, teaches American Scene, Foundations for College English, and Writing Creatively. ln addi- tion to the areas of term papers and literary discussions on Hawthorne, she is a contender in the fields of table tennis, fishing, and loafing. Together, she and her red ink pen march on through the annals of education in a never-ending battle against frivolous fragments and rampant run-ons. ,fx FIS --X f -:K.... Language Arts Fundamental The Language Arts Department, ranging from required courses to electives such as Contemporary Literature and Writing Creatively, attempts to give students the tools of their language which will enable them to deal effectively in society. The fundamentals of grammar are of vital importance for students pursuing higher education after high school graduation. ln addi- tion, the literary works of mankind offer an exciting avenue for ex- ploration. Courses offered by the capable faculty of this department create a number of interesting challenges to students.