Winter Haven High School - Wha Hwa Hta See Yearbook (Winter Haven, FL)

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MRS. LEE ILA COPELAND MRS. MARIE WHITNEY MRS. DONNA HELEN SCHOPKE MRS. HELEN LANEY Social Studies Social studies provided us with valuable keys to the present. Through knowledge of others, we gain understanding of ourselves. Learning from the experiences of past generations, we develop valuable insight into the problems of today. A person of varied interests, Mrs. Lee Ila Copeland has added her membership on a state social studies board to the long list of her activities. Mrs. Copeland, who teaches Bible history and problems, is shown discussing educational television. This year our annual is dedicated to Mrs. Marie Whitney. Through her courses, students discover the fascinating study of psychology, and in American history, learn more about their heritage. Mrs. Donna Helen Schopke, who teaches World history, works closely with the sophomores as they begin high school. Her guidance has set many students on the road to success. Mrs. Helen Laney is shown pointing out a position on the wall map to her World history classes. Through her instruction the past seems to live for her students. Teaching American history, Mr. james Niswonger helps his 'students learn with the aid of class discussions and illustrations. Teaching summer school at Ohio State University is included among his teaching experiences. Coming here this year from New York, Mr. Paul Raione has already be- come very active in school activities. Stimulating the interest of his Spanish and American history students, he makes learning enjoyable. MR. JAMES NISWONGER MR. PAUL RAIONE ET Page 16

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MRS. RUTH CONNER MRS. DOROTHY DILLARD MRS. DORIS SCARBROUGH Languages and Library Mrs. Ruth Connor, shown here with a painting done for her by one of her students, teaches Spanish I. and II. As a Devil retraces his footsteps, he will probably remember working with Mrs. Connor on many school projects. From Mrs. Dorothy Dillard's Latin classes, students are heard reciting, Gallia est omnia divisa in partes tres. Art Latin, the basis of many modern languages, furthers the stu- dent's understanding of English. Mrs. Doris Scarbrough, shown checking out a book to a student, is performing one of her many duties as librarian. She is also responsible for the scheduling of the many films shown in the activity room. Among the various courses offered in the well-rounded curriculum of our school, is art, which gives the student an opportunity for self-expression and for improvement of talent. Mrs. Gladys Harritt, our art teacher, works closely with her students, realizing that each has a different talent. Music An important part of the spirit of our school is our excellent the direction of Mr. Roy Woods, the band has acquired a fi across the nation. Mr. james Connor, a new instructor in our music department, has added spirit and skill to our chorus. We can all be proud of the fine work this group is doing. MR. ROY W MRS. GLADYS HARRITT band. Under ne reputation OOD MR. JAMES CONNOR ,Q :C I5 0 Page 15

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Math and Science Chemistry, Advanced Chem- istry, and Physics students re- ceive from Chester Mann's courses an excellent background in the advanced sciences of our age. Mr. Mann also finds time to sponsor the Key Club. Miss Evelyn Hughes teach- es Biology and Living science and sponsors a girls' service club, the Beacon Club. She is shown feeding one of the experimental animals used in her science classes. MR. ROBERT K. YOUNG Two new teachers in our science department are Mrs. Margaret Ford and Mr. Bill Hampton. For nine years Mrs. Ford has made her home in Florida, coming originally from Ohio. Teaching Biology and Chemistry, she believes that many concepts acquired in science can be applied to everyday life. Mr. Bill Hampton is working in the important field of science. In- troducing sophomore students to high school science, he teaches Biology. Students receive an excellent basic knowledge of Geometry under the guidance of Mr. Robert Young. Taking an active interest in the students' extracurricular activities, he helps with Junior concessions and sponsors the Hi-Y Club. Besides her usual program of Trigonometry, Solid Geometry, and Algebra II., Miss Phyllis Smith is also teaching Introductory Probability and Statistical Inference which her students call Ipsi. As sponsor of the Wha-Ha-Hta-See, Miss Smith devotes time to helping students with this publication. Mr. Theo Saliba teaches Algebra I., Business Math, and Functional Math. He was in charge of the intramural bowling team this year. Mr. john Davidson, who comes from Piedmont, North Carolina, teaches Business Math. He has a number of hobbies including skiing, fishing, and playing chess. MR. THEO SALIBA MR. JOHN DAVIDSON hs... O--.