West Seattle High School - Kimtah Yearbook (Seattle, WA)

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TH 81 SCIE CE Today science and mathematics are coming more and more into their own, for the job of rebuilding this war torn world will require great knowledge in both fields. At West Seattle the Science department trains the future Milikans, Edisons, and Burbanks in fundamentals of chemistry, physics, botany, and health education. The physicist in the future will be needed to help control the atom bomb and put the new atomic powers into some practical use which will benefit all parts of the world, all races, and all religions instead of eliminating them. But most important of all is the practical knowledge students learn in these subjects in helping them to understand the ever progressing march of science in chemistry, electricity, and physics. In health education classes pupils apply practical application of their knowledge by practicing first aid and studying the complicated systems of the body, which they learn are the same in the bodies of all peoples. They also know how to acquire strong healthy minds and bodies through proper diet, exercise, and a wholesome philosophy of life. Young Einsteins prepare themselves in the mathematics department for the tasks of engi- neering and rebuilding the world of tomorrow. Not only are these studies preparing them for their weighty burdens, but are teaching them to reason and to think with clear, level minds for the problems that will face all humanity in years of experimentation to come. Miss Peaslee, head of the mathematics department, was away from her desk during the fall semester because of illness. She re- g3,,,,,,,,S-,-Ry' M, Lawn, turned this spring to resume her position. Girls flilziiur f,i0IIllIlL'fL'idf Social Sludie! lfnglirh Commerciaf, llvarl .Ymiizl Srmliex M emaiirr Gym Home ll

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L GLISH 81 LA GUAGES The waves of intolerance and prejudice which are sweeping this country are slowly but surely subsiding with the help of the truths and facts disclosed through research in English classes. Under the guidance of men and women of intellectual courage and vision, classes learn to understand the many different peoples in this HOUSE WE LIVE IN. Forums, panels, programs, and speakers are obtained to further illustrate the equality of all men, whether black, white, jewish, or Christian. In Literature classes pupils read of the struggles for equality of man through the ages in classical works, and learn of the modern struggle in current literature, which they analyze as intelligent adults. The study of newswriting enables students who wish to publish their thoughts for others to read, to realize, and to enjoy the freedom of publication this great country offers them. In the language classes an effort is made to bring the other peoples' customs, environments. and ideals into the realm of understanding of these students. Through these subjects they rea- lize that peoples of the world are a mixture of every race and religion, that there is no Aryan or pure race, and that no man is superior because of birth, but only because of his own endeavor to become successful and good. Through this study of English and foreign languages, high school students prepare them- selves to build a firm understanding between all races and creeds of this HOUSE WE LIVE IN, and to build a lasting peace for those who will come after. LITERATURE, Mrs. Imluxlrful Arn l.tn1g1xage Home El'0l1UlI1i6.f Allemlunte Offire Mum' lizftfylfff 614414 ff' 644571 E s 4 N X ew ' Sofia! Slmlief Scienre, H ead Social Studie.: I nfluftrial Art.: jnurmzlimz I0 h I 1

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HOME EC. Sc FI E RTS A penny saved is a penny earned, the girls in clothing classes find out. Here they remodel old dresses to make them do for another season's wearing, and fashion inexpensive ward- robes for themselves. Clever accessories are created by the girls, who learn the qualifications of good materials and how to buy wisely for durability and serviceable wear. Fortunate is the girl who can plan a thrifty well balanced meal in these days of inflation. ln the foods classes students become well versed in the art of concocting meals from available foods on a modest budget. Choosing new furniture, new china, new silverware or buying a new house is a perplex- ing problem for anyone to decide, but home management pupils will not have any trouble, for in these classes girls learn to recognize the different types of architecture, the various kinds of furniture, linens and china as well as how to buy wisely and thriftily. The orchestra, choir, and the recently organized band have kept the school and community singing through assemblies, games, and holi- days. The young Gershwins and Robinsons have furnished music for school productions and presented their own annual spring con- cert. The members of the band worked hard on their own time to help West Seattle dis- play its fine school spirit by its support at all sports events. Potential artists were kept busy all year working on projects for the school and their regular training, which includes paint- ing, drawing, sculpture, and designing. Many examples of this work won prizes in local and national art contests I-iobn. M .my - i MQ I' I . . , .Q Ifllffjljll lfnlmtrluf Arif, llead Ldllglltlgl' Bun Ailliinr Crm11nw'iiaf 'Rash L. 'iniv-. rpg. Sabi. ,zu rig Lf 57,4 , 11, .. Iiuyufiili Social Sfllrlftff Fngfiih Xt'fl'?IfL' Cum men ml 1.7