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

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SOCIAL STUDIES Mr. John Reitz The value of history cannot be disputed, as it serves as a foundation for all political sciences, and enables us to understand better the problems of to- Aday's world affairs. Seventh grade history, taught by Mr. John Reitz, begins with a study of the history and geography of each country of the world, In eighth grade students learn about American history. with a close look at each state. Geography for both seventh and eighth grades is designed to give the student basic exposure to the facts necessary for further study and to pro- mote a better understanding of the peoples of the world. Mr. Charles Gebensleben instructs in the history department from the ninth to eleventh grades. Civics, for the ninth grade, deals with Pennsylvania govern- ment and politics. Information gained here becomes extremely useful later on in high school. American and World history are taught to tenth and eleventh graders. Mr. f'G's jokes add a bit of fung his interesting stories behind history make dry Mr. Charles Gebenslebeng Mr. B. Henry Shafer facts more palatable, and the result is a very bene- ficial course. Along with Wlorld History, a bit of the story of ancient times is included. Then, at the end of the tenth grade, Mr. Cebensleben requires a writ- ten report on a given aspect of an assigned country. In eleventh he asks for an extensive report on some phase of American history. Seniors enjoy a stimulating course, taught by Mr. B. Henry Shafer, concerning the problems of democ- racy. Problems of Democracy teaches students to rea- son concerning their opinions on national and inter- national affairs. It develops in them an interest in current events derived from the reading of the New York Times, and offers them the chance to learn about our government. One of P.O.D.'s most vital goals is to produce intelligent voters and responsible citizens. Sight-seeing trips to the Court House and to the United Nations building afford seniors much pleasure, so that they emerge from this course much more thoroughly informed on the government and politics of America. Eleventh Grade History Junior Scholastic subscribers Eighth Grade History Scanning the history books

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M , Y Twelfth grade Chemistry. Between the far reaching Helds of Astronomy and Zoology lies a vast array of scientific pursuit involv- ing many forms of mother nature. Thus we find many opportunities for interest and inspiration by the study of laws which regulate our existence and sustenance. From the many branches of science, VVyomissing has selected those they feel are most fundamental, to offer its students. To seventh graders, Mr. Randolf DeWitt pre- sents a course designed to enable the student to become better acquainted with his environment, also to develop a better understanding of the relation-- ships of these surroundings, and to acquaint him with basic scientific principles. Mr. DeWitt teaches eighth graders the fundamental principles of weather, the heavens, magnetism, electricity, conservation and sanitation, and he continues this study in the ninth grade. Here his objectives are to build upon pre- viously learned scientific knowledge and to teach the application of principles to project work. In scope the course ranges from the study of air and water to that of bacteriology, reproduction, and the human body. L Biology is the department of Mr. Jesse F. Sheetz whose broad knowledge of natural life helps many to understand the secrets of flora and fauna. Since MY- Sheetz Mr. DeWitt ...Q SCIENCES Eleventh grade Physics this is the first of the laboratory sciences, tenth graders are exposed to new procedures and techniques. Girls learn to become much less squeamish about such things as worms, crayfish, and grasshoppers, all of which are dissected and scrupulously examined. The study of plants and animals ranges from the simple to the complex. For physics, we come back to Mr. De- Witt whose course for eleventh graders provides them with a knowledge of the mechanics of matter, molecular behavior, force, motion, work, power, heat, sound, light, magnetism, and electricity. In this phase of science Mr. DeWitt is concerned with cultivating scientihc habits of thought and affording students a foundation for the study of physical sciences in college. Seniors return to Mr. Sheetz for chem- istry, a science dealing with elements and compounds. Students engage in experiments with metals and non-metals, creating acids, bases, and salts. Mr. Sheetz's main purpose is to develop an understanding and famil- iarity with major scientific principles, com- petence in the use of the scientific method, and desirable attitudes, interests, and ap- preciations of science. It is clear that Wyomissing's science department attains the goals it has set out to achieve. But it does more than that. It provides a firm background for scientific endeavor at the college level.

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RT It is the belief of Mr. Wertz that everyone is an artist, as art is in every thing we do. With this reassurance, many students become vitally interested in Mr. Wertz's art program which is tailored to give the boys and girls a chance to explore as many different art media and techniques as is possible. The course gives to potential artists a glimpse into creative thinking, and provides a good foundation for the social, economic, and recreational aspects of life. This course is made interesting by the great variety of projects oH'ered to a student. In addition to painting, junior high students make attractive masks. They carve stencils for Christmas cards, study and copy the structure of trees, Eighth Grade Art Music is a very necessary supplement to any curricular Mr. Walter Wertz and learn to understand the beauty of nature. Those who elect art in senior high are allowed to choose their own work from Mr. YVertz's long list. With the thought that talent should be guided and en- couraged, Mr. Wertz makes his art course a potpourri of activi- ties and enjoyment. MUS C of parts. program if it is to produce well-rounded students. Music imparts to us an appreciation of one of the finest arts and offers another outlet for talent. Mr. Robert Emery, Wyomissing's music instruc- tor, makes this course interesting and beneficial. In junior high, he takes up study of the life stories of composers in connection with their composition. In senior high, boys and girls begin to Mr. Robert Emery Seventh Grade Music 1 sing for pleasure, as they are taught to harmonize in the singing High school students are given the opportunity to participate in the Glee Club, one of the ramifications of the music course. After hours of practice and training the Glee Club is ready to present a polished performance, whether it is for a PTA meeting, the Christmas program, or the Night of Music. In these capacities, as well as in County Chorus, Mr. Emery encourages students to express their musical talent. 23