Wyomissing Area High School - Colophon Yearbook (Wyomissing, PA)

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jaduky MUSIC ' Although we may not comprehend their spoken language, through the medium of music we can under- stand people in all countries of the World. Music reflects and explains the customs, habits, and ideals of a people. For this reason, the student is encouraged to Hnd his own in- terest in music Whether it be as a creator, a performer, or a listener. COMMERCIAL ' In the commercial department the students are given the choice of three subjects: typewriting, shorthand, and bookkeeping. From these subjects they receive a Well-rounded prepara- tion for future positions in large and small ofhces. Accuracy in calcula- tions, spelling, typewriting and in all phases of the commercial Work is the prime objective. is X . ,,.i1'1, l 'K WFZZA X l -if N , A. W. Wanner, W. I. Musser Twenty-three E. B. Freed

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1-' 1 .57-it N V .gf fsjgw' f fff' w NS E. R. Haag, E. R. Douds F Q55 -cs . '59s H. M. Printz Twenty-two dlflfl LANGUAGES ' Language is the best means of communication which man has de- veloped. As the world grows more compact, it becomes increasingly more important that we be able to communicate with more groups of people. Languages are taught in or- der to awaken in the students the desire for exchange of ideas with their fellow men. ART ' Art, in our way of life, relates it- self to civic, social, intellectual, moral and cultural agencies. Like music, it is a universal language which leads to a better understanding and appre- ciation of others. Art also develops a means of expression, standards of taste, andenjoyment of beauty which are all important attributes to a suc- cessful educational program.

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X-T j A51 Isis-xx4'A X E. R. Haag M. G. Krom, R. H. Dietrick Twenty-four jaalkg MANUAL ARTS ' An eXtensive use of the Manual Arts facilities has been sadly cur- tailed this year by the manpower shortage. However, Mr. Haag has most capably carried on since Mr. Shelly has been called to the Navy. The bulk of the work is being done by the Iunior High group. Mechan- ical drawing is taught for a few periods each day by Mr. Kay. PHYSICAL EDUCATION ' In a well-rounded educational pro- gram, emphasis is placed on develop- ing strong bodies as well as strong minds. The gym provides a place for relaxation and recreation. Here the student is being helped to overcome minor physical defects by carefully planned corrective exercises. But, most important of all, he is taught the rules of good sportsmanship and teamwork which he must follow throughout his life.