William Chrisman High School - Gleam Yearbook (Independence, MO)

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' A new teacher at Chrisman this year, Miss Ellis Clement, has quickly made her- self an important part of the faculty. In ad- dition to her class in physics, she is a co- sponsor of the Science Clubs of America and of the Radio Club. Well-liked both by his students and by those whom he has never had in class, Mr. Rex Conyers in his classes and in his spon- sorship of the 'Wildlife Conservation Club has endeavored to give Chrisman students a better knowledge and understanding of plant and animal life. As our relations with the'South Ameri- can countries and the study of Spanish is becoming more important, we are appreciat- ing the ability of our Spanish teacher, Mrs. Florence Cooke, the capable sponsor of the Spanish Club, who gives the Spanish stu- dents an intimate and personal knowledge of our Spanish speaking neighbors. A valuable member of our faculty is Sergeant Haskell C. Dean, who has been with Chrisman's R. O. T. C. since it was first established in 1935. lt was through his ef- forts that the R. O. T. C. band was organized and that many boys have been trained to be good riflemen. He has been a real friend to the many boys who have taken R. O. T. C. A better understanding of the economic conditions and relationships to each other of the countries of the world is gained by all her students in the interesting classes in eco- nomic geography, taught by Mrs. Duggan. She is also sponsor of the Social Activities Committee of the Student Council, which has been providing the mixers, much enjoyed by the student body. I Sergeant Dean R. O. T. C. V Mrs. Mary D1-IQQUH Economic Geography Miss Ellis Clement Science Mr. Rex Conyers Biology Mrs. Florence Cooke Spanish

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W t ' 1 Miss Elizabeth Aiken World Problems Mrs. Ellyn 'Black Librarian Miss Ncznubel Cassell Speech - Dramatics Miss Elizabeth Aiken, although a new teacher in the Independence system, has soon won the friendship of both students and teachers with her pleasant personality. Her interesting classes in world history are much enjoyed by all her students. Because of an event which took place during the Christmas vacation,-we now have Mrs. Ellyn Black instead of Miss Ellyn Kram- per as our friendly efficient librarian, who is willing at all times to teach the youth who comes with inquiring mind, eager to know all possibilities the universe holds in store for him. During the past year the speech and dramatic department has flourished under the capable direction of Miss Nanabel Cas- sellf She is the sponsor of the recently or- ganized National Thespian Dramatic Honor Society in addition to her sponsorship of the National Forensic League and her work as one of the directors of the senior play. One of our most popular teachers, Miss Ianie Chiles, has made an important contri- bution to the war effort by teaching our students the different phases of mathematics which are so important to victory. She also hielped to make the senior play a success through her able directing. and the Gleam a success through her splendid handling of the finances. A favorite with all the girls, Miss Mar- garet Chiles, has made sewing an increas- inqly popular subject, as much through her own pleasing personality as through the course itself. She is a co-sponsor of the Home Economics Club, and it is through her efforts that Chrisman girls enjoy several fashion shows each year. lvl ,Q , 12 X I Miss Icmie Chiles Mathematics Miss Margaret Chiles Clothing

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Mr. D. C. Elliott Physics Miss Bda Fallon Commerce Mrs. Rachel Field English After thirty-two years of efficient service on the Chrisman faculty, Mr. D. C. Elliott has gone into defense work to make his patriotic contribution to the national war effort. I-le leaves behind him the influence of his keen scientific mind, his conception of real values, and his teaching of courtesy and honesty. Miss Ada Fallon, who teaches secre- tarial practice course, stresses to her students not only the importance of skill in typing and sihorthandy but she also encourages various personality qualifications for a good secre- tary. Besides training efficient steno- graphers, Miss Fallon sponsors the Shakes- pearean Literary Society. Her pep and un- derstanding of girls have made her a favor- ite. ' Mrs. Rachel Field is the new instructor of sophomore English this year. As a mem- ber of the faculty of Central College at Fayette, Missouri, she taught English com- position and American literature. From her experience there as freshman advisor, Mrs. Field learned the importance of intimate, personal contact with the student. I From Olathe, Kansas, Chrisman wel- comes a new member to her faculty, Miss Verda F ilken, instructor in foods. With rationing and the necessary conservation of food, Miss Filken has stressed to her classes new ways of preparing old dishes and bal- ancing the diet. The collection of wild flowers and plants is her hobby. Mr. Ray French, in addition to his regu- lar classes in boys' gym and hygiene, has volunteered his time to teach the new gov- ernment physical education course. Among other activities, he has supervised the noon- hour basketball games and has secured speakers for junior-senior home-room pro- Grams. Miss Verda Filkin Foods Mr. Ray French Physical Education