University High School - Bisbila Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

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Mr. Wolfgang Kraft, a native of Germany, and the Erstes Buch. Mrs. Elvira Wright's good spirits were ready outside of class as well as in. Mr. Glenn Ray taught Eric a new language while assistant Sara looked on. Modern Languages Mr. Dale Lange taught French.

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A cheery smile and a knowing look from Mrs. Elfi Terp. Dr. Emma Birkmaier reviewed new language teaching methods. The Modern Language Department added two new members, Mrs. Elfie Terp and Miss Julie Buchholtz, to its staff this year. Eight teachers, who taught German, Russian, Spanish and French, were headed by Dr. Emma Birkmaier, known widely for her participation in various committees connected with the teaching of languages. This year seventh grade students had a choice of studying Russian or Spanish, or to continue the German they had started at the University Elementary School. Use of the language labs and access to films and tapes helped make Modern Languages one of the strongest departments at U High. Mr. Ramedo Saucedo discussed plans for the Mexico trip.

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Mathematics Mr. Ronald Fisher finds Marilyn's and Dev's attitude toward trigonometry incomprehensible. Dr. Donovan Johnson, head of the Math Department, did necessary paper work. The only major change in the Mathematics Department this year was the relegation of Mr. Ziebarth to the position of Assistant Principal. He also continued teaching two geometry classes. Dr. Donovan Johnson remained as head of the Department in addition to his duties as a University Mathematics instructor. SMSG continued to be used as one of the main texts, and new experimental books were introduced. The Math Department was a major sponsor of activities like the chess club and the National Math Contest, and continued to draw much student interest in the field of mathematics. Mr. Walter Crammond advised Chess Club and taught higher Algebra.