Weatherwax High School - Quinault Yearbook (Aberdeen, WA)

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 o'leum Music, the theme of this year’s Quinault, has influenced the lives of Weathervvax students in many different ways. To some it is a source of entertainment, to others it is a medium through which they may perform, and to still others it is a means of self-expression. Regardless of its effect on individual personalities, music has enriched the lives of students as a whole throughout their high school years. The rock-n-roll music of dances, the fight songs of the band, and the classical music of the Spring Concert depict the variety of activities found in the lives of high school students. Each is important in its own sense, yet when combined they represent a well-rounded individual whose interests lie in many different fields Time marches on and the beat may change, but the memories gathered this year through music will always remain with the students of Weatherwax High School.

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(J'edi 'aficn The 1956 Quinault is dedicated to Mr. McCaw, music supervisor of the Aberdeen school system, in recognition of his many years of service to the community. Although Mr. McCaw is leaving this year, his work will never be forgotten by the many students and adults who have performed under his baton or worked with him in one of his many musical enterprises. As director of the band, Mr. McCaw has gained for them an enviable reputation in music circles throughout the country. He has imparted to many his own keen appreciation and enthusiasm for music of all types. His work in the citywide grade school program has encouraged many young people to take advantage of the musical opportunities offered there. This has insured the community of having high-quality groups for many years to come. In addition to his work in education, Mr. McCaw has also devoted much of his time to civic groups, such as, the Grays Harbor Symphony. He has given freely of his time, and his constant vitality and enthusiasm have added much to his brilliant conducting. For all these things and many more, we, the students of Weatherwax High School, proudly dedicate this, our 1956 Quinault, to Mr. McCaw.

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MASON BYIES BILL MAYNARD President Vice President THE A. H. S. SENATE is the student governing body of Weatherwax High School. Composed of eight elected senators from each class, representatives from all major school clubs, and the Board of Control, this group discusses issues of general interest and represents the remainder of the students by presenting their ideas and proposals. One of the first projects undertaken by the Senate was that of solving the problem of hall traffic. With the existing crowded conditions students found it difficult to be punctual. A committee was appointed to study the problem and, after much discussion, one-way traffic was introduced to Weatherwax. The need for a pay telephone was confirmed by a questionnaire, and a Senate committee was CAROL BODEY JUDY GRAHAM Secretory Treasurer appointed to obtain one. However, no telephone was installed as a new telephone system is to be installed next year. A study of noontime activities was made by another committee and recommendations were made for an organized program next year. A Board of Control committee made plans for a student lounge to take the place of the vocational units soon to be vacated. This lounge would be open to all high school students and would be the center for many student activities. The Senate topped off the year with a picnic at Dexter’s-by-the-Sea on April 29. Lucille Dar-gan was in charge of arrangements and even the weather cooperated in making the picnic a big success. 1st row: Roberta Dargan, Barbara Erickson, Carol Sue Erickson, Mary Jane Kennedy, JoAnn Bebich, Donna Ellila. 2nd row: Carolyn Hamilton, Ruth Robinson, Carol Bodey, Marilyn Zawislak, Jeanette Graham, Judy Graham, Gail Sollie Sue Pettit. 3rd row: Karla Anderson, Fritz Fovargue, Ron Makos, Gordon Scure, Roger Donahoe, Gary Chase, Bob Yearout, Charles Byles, Eddie Carlson, Lucille Dargan, Yvonne Anderson. 4th row: Nick Gupton, Jerry Snider, Craig Wellington, Jerry Johnson, Bill Maynard, LeRoy Bodnar, Paul Carlson, Neil Cams, Don Abrahamson, Mason Byles. 6