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

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jump it up. Be an individual! Fascination. Physical Sdueafieu Just what is physical education? This question may seem very easy to answer by saying learning and participating in sports , but at Wyomissing High School this course, or gym , is something more. Taught by Miss Doris Ganter and Mr. Bernard Allison, this branch involves activities which are mentally stimulating and skills that will be useful in the future. Both girls and boys have a chance to par- ticipate in extracurricular activities through in- tramurals and bowling. Hygiene In hygiene, under the instruction of Miss Doris Ganter and Mr. Bernard Allison, pupils meet once a week to discuss their health, per- sonalities, and other related qualities. Miss Ganter teaches the junior high girls anatomy, body changes, and good grooming habits. The senior high girls discuss hygiene and marriage problems. Mr. Allison instructs the boys in personal relations with emphasis on personality. This year he also introduced the fundamentals of survival. Driver Zfrezining This year Mr. D. C. Shirk introduced a new idea into the tenth grade driver training course, the horror book , or a notebook of accident clippings designed to impress the stu- dents with the terrible results of careless driv- ing. The prospective drivers see movies, re- ceive pamphlets, and listen to various lectures. These oncefa-week classes are supplement- ed by road training under the supervision of the West Lawn Motor Company. 18

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Bibrary Here in this place of study and research, the students compile reports, work on investigations, and seek new books to read. A wide range of magazines and newspapers keeps both the faculty and student body well-informed on current events, latest scientific progress, and even the newest fashion styles. Under the supervision of Mrs. Heffner, the librarian, the seventh grade is instructed in a guidance course, which provides the knowledge for efficient use of the library facilities. Reference work. Learning the use of the library. Phofagraphy Throughout the school year, students see fellow classmates with cameras at various school activities and sports events. These shutterbugs are members of the three year old photography class, directed by Mr. D. C. Shirk. The students study different types of cameras from the simple box to the complex press type. The members of the class not only take their own pictures but also learn how to develop, print, and enlarge them. This is an old folding Kodak. Handle With Care. 17

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Husfadiaus Wyomissing enjoys, perhaps, one of the most beautiful campuses and schools in the area. For this, a vote of thanks should go to the custodians, George Goddard, George Rider, George Angstadt, Jr., Paul Young, Paul Staudt, and Paul Linderman. The former three keep the classrooms, halls, and auditorium sanitary While the latter are responsible for the well- trimmed bushes and groomed campus. The men are always ready to aid any stu- dent who needs help in opening a recalcitrant locker. Eafetcria Every day at 11:30 and again at 12:15, the monitors lead columns of hungry students to the cafeteria. Previously managed by Mrs. Wagner, the dietician, our cafeteria is now under the supervision of Mr. Melvin Arnold, the food service manager. He is assisted by Mrs. Angela Ashcroft and Mrs. Angela Bauscher. Behind the scenes several upperclassmen earn their daily lunches by efficiently serving, cashiering, and dishwashing. Medical Stay Wyomissing has at its disposal when need- ed a capable medical staff. This includes Mrs. Annie Knappenberger, Dr. Leonard Woodring, and Dr. Arthur Jones. Mrs. Knappenberger, the nurse, can be found in the infirmary ready to help any student who feels ill. Dr. Wood- ring comes to the school frequently to deliver the Mantoux test for tuberculosis and give physical examinations to all students. Dr. jones regularly visits the school to inspect teeth. Every student is also given a sight and hearing test. 19 After the battle. Chief Cooks. This won't hurt