Waterloo High School - Rosebud Yearbook (Waterloo, IN)

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Faculty Claud Leslie MR. LESLIE taught English 9 and 10 and psychology. The first semester of English is de- voted to the study of grammar. In these courses the attention of the student is directed toward the mastery of sentence structure, parts of speech, punctuation, and other mechanical aspects of English. The second semester is devoted to the study of literature. Original composition is em- phasized. This subject has as its aim the de- velopment of an appreciation for good reading. Extensive reading of library books in both se- mesters is encouraged. In psychology human behavior patterns are studied in an attempt to gain an understanding of those with whom we associate and of ourselves. Case studies and statistical trends are observed. Margaret Reed MRS. REED instructed bookkeeping, typing, physical education, and health. Bookkeeping is offered in the senior year. Emphasis is placed upon learning to use the principles of bookkeeping as it applies to business and personal accounts. The student learns many business terms and prac- tices, how to establish a set of books, and simple accounting methods. In the second semester a practice set using real business papers is com- pleted. Typing is offered for both juniors and seniors. In the first semester the objective is placed upon the mastery of the keyboard and the develop- ment of speed. In the second semester emphasis is placed upon speed and the practice of typing letters, business forms, legal documents, etc. Freshman and sophomore girls are enrolled in physical education and health. Softball, hiking, volleyring, volleyball, folk dancing, and basket- ball were taught. In health special emphasis was directed to mental and emotional problems as well as to the physical functions of the body. PAGE 16 This page sponsored by Irene’s Restaurant

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Administration In addition to his administrative duties as superintendent of our school, Mr. Over- meyer taught courses in government and biology. American government is offered as a senior year subject. This is a re- quired class. In this course an intensive study is made of the government of the United States and how it functions. In addition the course includes a study of the state and local government organization and functions. The principles of economics are a part of this course also. Charles A. Ovemxeyer Biology is a study of living things,—plants and animals. Analyses of the physiology and function of various life are made. A considerable amount of time is given to laboratory work. Emphasis is also placed on health and human physiology. Mr. Bowers, the principal of the school, taught courses in civics and shorthand. Community and vocational civics is of- fered as a freshman subject. In this course the students are taught community manage- ment and civic duties and responsibilities. Vocational information is presented which is helpful in preparing the student to select an occupation. Clarence L. Bowers Two years of shorthand are offered. Emphasis during the first year is directed toward learning the symbols and fluency in reading. In the second year, speed in taking and transcribing shorthand is the objective. The Gregg method is used. PAGE 15 Compliments of Citizens Lumber Co., Inc., Auburn

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Faculty MR. LONG was the instructor of English 11, history 11, and speech. American history is of- fered as a junior year subject. In this course the student studies the development of the United States from the time of discovery to the present. This course is required of every student. English 11 follows the same pattern as the preceding English courses with more advanced work being given. Harold Long Speech is offered as an elective to junior and senior students. Students are given an opportunity to develop speech talent and self-confidence in expressing themselves. Students are taught to make short speeches, or- ganize material for orations, act in plays, and debate. The band was directed by Mr. Long also. MRS. VOSS directed the vocal music for the high school and taught the Latin classes. The chorus, girls’ trio, and octette appeared on a num- ber of programs in the community. The enjoy- ment of singing various types of music as well as an appreciation of good music are objectives in the department. Latin is designed to acquaint the student with a history of the English language. By learning Latin, the student is able to increase his English vocabulary by determining the Latin basic word from which our English words are formed. Roman customs and culture are also studied in the Latin class. Marcelle Voss Second year Latin is a continuation of the first-year course in ad- vanced sentence structure, vocabulary study, and grammar. The second semester is a study of Caesar’s Gallic Wars and a comparison and contrast of his methods of war with modern methods. This class prepares and serves a Latin banquet following Roman customs. PAGE 17 This page sponsored by Koenemann Farm Equipment, Auburn