Walnut Hills High School - Remembrancer Yearbook (Cincinnati, OH)

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it gn-:nr TOP, LEFT: A sociology student tells his class of a summer iolo. TOP, RIGHT, ROW la Miss Dorothy Leven- sohn, Economics and Sociology, Mr. John Martin, Vocal Music. ROW 2: Mrs. Nelle Custer Murphy, Vocal Music, Mrs. Charlotte Pfister, Art. ROW 3: Miss Helen Sanford, History, Miss Margaret Schwenker, History, Mr. A. Glenn Volz, Art, Mr. Ray Farnham, History, Mr. Dean Giacometti, History. and looking backwar , gain new inaiglzt This year ot i952 is also the year i372 andthe year 5712. Impossible you say? Not all. lt iust depends on the calendar you use. In the land of the Arabian Nights, the date is i372 while by the Jewish system it is 57l2. Although differing, these numbers show that man has always been inter- ested in the passage of time and the events which have occurred. This fas- cinating study is called history, and it forms one of the bases for modern education. We Walnut Hills students gain the all-important background of history and geography in the seventh and eighth grade social studies course. The civilizations with their princes and peasants, ideas and ideals, pass in colorful review before classes devoted to ancient, medieval, and modern history. The required year of American history and government re- veals the sacrifices and struggles which went into making this nation one of the world's mightiest. The influence of environment and changing standards in shaping human behavior is taken up in sociology, while economics deals with the complexities of present day commerce and banking. Current events are also followed closely on all grade levels. The lessons taught by history, the story of mankind, may well provide the solution for the global unrest and conflict of today.

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1 use TOP, LEFT: Future artists work on Homecoming decorations for the main hall. TOP, RIGHT: Mr. Martin leads eighth graders in choral music. ABOVE: Miss Elda Baechle, History, Mr. Harold Buxton, History, Miss Mar- garet Dunphy, History, Mrs. Ida Carmichael, Arts and Crafts, Mr. R. Earl Snapp, Instrumental Music. rom the aria clraw added perception: 'Extract tvvo essences from the tree of life,' said the sage, 'and your spirits shall be uplifted: understand the beauty of that which is depicted with brush and pen or by the beguiling onrush of melody, and perceive that the origin of all that is of pure beauty is divine' Here at Walnut Hills we have the faculties to foster a rich appreciation of the arts and to tap thc sources of potential talent. The lower school courses in art are exploratory, probing the fundamentals of design, while upper school courses are of a more advanced nature. The art department creates all the scenery and dec- oration used in the school productions. Besides these activities, VValnut Hills has consistently received honors in both city and national competitions. Both the students and faculty pride themselves on our fine music depart- ment. A Cappella Choir gained recognition by its performances at churches and social functions throughout the year and by its appearance with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra at its Christmas Concert. The orchestra performed with consistent excellence at its various concerts, and as accom- paniment at Walnut Hills dramatic productions. Through these activities our students find ample vent for their artistic tastes and talents vvhile con- tributing to the school and community.

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ra in the body by healthful exerciae, In The days of The Arabian Nights The Bedouin maintained Their health and strength by The great physical exertions of outdoor life and by accom- plishing Their bold and exciting feats. Now conditions for living have great- ly changed, organized healTh and recreation programs are necessary To produce and maintain a sTrong body. Our physical education programs include apparatus work To develop co-ordination oi The body and calis- Thentics To help build a well-proportioned and muscular physique. Health- Tul relaxation is also acquired Through The supervised games oT The gym classes. Participation in athletics fosters The spirit of co-operation among people of various backgrounds. The curriculum of The physical education classes differed in one respect This year, Tor The swimming classes became elective, in previous years They had been compulsory. Here aT Walnut Hills High School The physical education department is designed To inculcate The spirit of fair play, The ability To give and Take, so ThaT our graduates may proudly Take Their places as The Tuture citizens of our country. On playing Tield and in gym course we should TreaT others as we would have Them Treat us. Thus may our gym work Train us Tor living in a world where greater brotherhood is sorely needed. RIGHT: Mr. Harry Hannum, Driver Training, Physical Education, Miss Helen Hutchison, Physical Education, Mr. Martin Peterson, Industrial Arts. BELOW, ROW T: Mr. Willard Bass, Physical Education, Miss Myrancla Gradolf, Physical Education. ROW 2: Mrs. Dorothy Glaser, Home Econom- ics. BELOW, RIGHT: Girls Take turns tumbling in gym.