Washington High School - Washingtonian Yearbook (Fremont, CA)

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' Departments Throiigh seas of knoivlcdgc onr course advance Discovering still new ivorlds of ignorance ” Washington Union High School, like a large manufacturing plant, is composed of many departments. In each department there are men and women who, like the skilled molders in the foundry, are shaping the destiny of the students, by training them to a high type of civilization, by developing the power of thinking and of reacting to new problems, as well as by preparing them for some particular calling. Not only have the additional curricula received a new degree of support, but several new and interesting innovations have been made. To create enthusiasm in school work, many departments have organized clubs and societies this year. The students have taken active part in them. Social Science In social science the study of economic, social, and political principles inspired one to still higher forms of goveri’iment and standards of life. It included the following courses: citizenship, world history, American history, constitution, and economics. Besides completing the required work, many written projects were made on inter¬ esting subjects. Oral reports were given on timely current topics. A few of the classes have heard talks from business men. The history classes have competed in the National Flag Contest. Laboratory Science In biology, chemistry, or physics, the great enjoyment the students got was from the laboratory experiments. The study included almost everything from invisible atoms to planets and stars, from deep thinking in electricity to inspiring musical notes. The physics class made a trip to the P. G. E. substation at Newark, and learned many interesting things. Domestic Science The girls are trained for better home-making in the domestic science classes. They learn from true experience. In cooking they go through all the steps in preparing a meal and laying the table. The sewing classes are taught to make all types of clothing. zArt Besides doing the regular work, the art classes have made very attractive posters to advertise athletic games and various entertainments. The posters put out for Miss Cherryblossom” were especially beautiful. This year the art students again competed in the Humane Poster Contest. [ 14 ]

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Miss Gertrude Douglas, B. A. English, World History With great understand¬ ing power And knowledge of right Order is maintained by will And not by might. Mr5. Eula M. Wright, B. L. Librarian Divided we stand, United we fall, If we are caught talking In library or hall. Miss Lesda Sayles, B. A., M. A. Vocal Music, Art The eye of an artist. The soul of a poet. Ask about music And she will know it. Mrs. Grace C. Jackson, B. A. Commercial, Algebra A-1 stenographers She’s going to make. For when it comes to shorthand She sure takes the cake. . Miss Florence Aust Office Secretary A poor excuse Is better than none When our dear lives Depend on one. Mr. H. M. Kibby Shop, Printing, Forging, Mechanical Drawing You’re the cream in our coffee, You’re the salt in our stew; When it comes to putting- out annuals We’d be lost without you. Mr. V. E. Solvason, M. Acc ' ts If the joke is on me Your glee I’ll share; If the reverse, I’ll laugh. And that’s fair. Mr. . W. Regli Boys ' Physical Education All for one, One for all. United we stand. Divided we fall. Mr. C. A. Larson, B. A. Commercial Geography, Occu¬ pations, Algebra A man among men And one who plays The game fair and square To the very end. Mr. John E. Kirnber, B. A. Instrumental Music One who has added A note to W. U. H. S. That we wilUnot Be soon to forget. [ 13 ]

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zJhCusic The instrumental music was added to the regular curriculum this term. Over one hundred students enrolled in this subject. Mr. Kimber was the leader of this active department. The vocal music also became a full credit subject. The music students have worked hard this year to make the operetta a success. The regular class work was very interesting. The second and third year English classes gave a play for the benefit of the student body at the beginning of the second semester. The fourth year English was greatly enjoyed by the seniors. Essays were also written on Lincoln’s life. The senior play was a success this year. The regular English period was devoted to its practice. Latin and French were both studied by the students preparing for college. Commercial In the commercial department the students learn typing, shorthand, bookkeeping, and commercial law. These subjects are for juniors and seniors. Mathematics Surveying has always been one of the most interesting features for the third and fourth year classes. Industrial The industrial courses give practical training to students. Home mechanics, print¬ ing, mechanical drawing, auto mechanics, forging, and lathe work are taught in the new shop. The boys learn by actual experience the different phases of industry. The library this year is the best ever. Many pleasant hours were spent in this vast store of knowledge. ,o [ H ]