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

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Don't forget to indent five spaces, Mr. Charles Goodling reminds D. Clay, E. Smith, and R. Ahner. That's right - now push, Arlene Linderman CMrs. Glenb encourages 1. Keeler as B. Rentschler, T. Stutzman, M. Angstadr. and M. Agnew watch. Now do you understand the process of digestion? Mr. Bernard Allison queries V. Quereau. The They also serve Business Education Under the instruction of Mr. Charles Good- ling, students are taught the basic fundamentals of typing and shorthand to prepare them for future work in business or college. Although commercial courses are elective, at least one year of typing is required of all students. In addition to typing and shorthand, students may elect office practice which enables them to gain experience in operating the office switchboard and office machines, such as the mimeograph, adding machine, ditto, and the dictaphone. Physical Education A healthy body and a sound mind - this is what Mrs. Linderman and Mr. Allison strive for in their well-rounded athletic program. Because the high school years are a most crucial part of onels life, individual consideration and attention are given to the physical, emotional, social, and psychological problems of all students. A knowledge of fundamental athletic skills is stressed through diversified activities such as field hockey, basketball, tumbling, volleyball, soccer, tennis, and baseball. Through these activities, students learn the meaning of sportsmanship and fair play. Hygiene Three good meals a day, plenty of exercise and rest, and cleanliness is next to Godlinessn are the foundations on which Mrs. Stover, Mrs. Linderman, and Mr. Allison conduct the Hy- giene course. Designed to provide pupils with a better understanding of body functions, adapta- tion to environment, and acquisition of social skills, the course begins as a compulsory subject in the seventh grade. Mrs. Stover helps seventh and eighth grade girls solve teenage problems, while Mrs. Linder- man guides the tenth grade girls in anatomy and physiology and the seniors in social hygiene. Community living, personal adjustments, and future living are also explored.

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Minors employment of which his nature is capable .... -SYDNEY Library Responsible for providing numerous sources of reference material on unlimited topics, a myriad of interesting books, and a quiet place to study, the library, under the guidance of Mrs. Heffner, is one of the most important facets of Wyomissing High. Throughout the school year it aids every student in discovering at least one new fact or idea. Mrs. Heffner, who maintains the library at its best, instructs the seventh graders in the use of the Dewey Decimal System. This year a display of paperbound pocketbooks , which could be or- dered through the library, was offered to the stu- dents at Christmastime. Music The Music Department, under the direction of Mr. Emery, encourages students to express their musical talent. Music, a necessary supplement to the education curriculum, is compulsory in the junior high. Students study all phases of music: theory, harmony, and appreciation. The senior high girls are given the opportun- ity to participate in the Girls' Chorus which pre- sents several programs during the year. The music department, including the band and or- chestra, exhibits its talents during the traditional gfflhristmas Candlelight Service and the Night of usic. Art Because one can express himself through his art, the art course, supervised by Mrs. Kains, is a popular one with all students. Introduced to var- ious media in junior high grades, pupils have a working knowledge of many phases of art work when they reach senior high. Paper sculpture, ceramics, copper enameling, pencil sketching, and mobile construction are a few of the many subjects offered. Senior high students also aid in Christmas and Easter play productions by painting scenery. SMITH. Rebecca Heffner QMrs. Ruhll types busily in her office amid stacks of sundry books and pamphlets. R. Dodds, an accomplished accordianist, demonstrates his prowess to Mr. Robert Emery and W. Hayes. 23 Eleanore Kains CMrs. Sherwoodj supervises M. Rogers and K. Bradley, aspiring ceramic artists.

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Minors who only stand and wait. -JOHN MILTON' Cafeteria Assisting Mr. Arnold in the cafeteria this year are Miss Nace and Mrs. Feger. The govern- ment surplus which Wyomissing receives enables the student to purchase a well-balanced meal for thirty cents. Pupils may select either the main platter or one consisting of soup and a sandwich. A variety of fruits, salads, and desserts are also available. In addition to offering students and faculty a nutritious lunch, the cafeteria with its background of music and lively conversation serves as a pleasant diversion from school work. Medical Staff Throughout the school year the competent medical staff is available to the students of Wyo- missing. Mrs. Knappenberger, the school nurse, can be found in the infirmary ready to care for any ill student. Dr. Dougherty offers regular dental inspection to all students. Boys in grades seven through twelve receive a thorough physical examination for sports from Dr. Woodring. ln addition, biennial physicals are given to all pupils, and sight and hearing are tested at intermittent periods during the year. Mantoux tests for tu- berculosis are administered to grades ten and twelve as well as to boys in sports. Custodians The maintenance of the extensive campus as well as the high school proper is a year round op- eration requiring the employment of a corps of men. The work of cleaning regularly is inter- spersed during the winter months by a system of rotation painting. This procedure guarantees a spruce appearance to the classrooms. During the open weather season constant grooming of the grounds is necessary. The custodial staff consists of: George Goddard, George Rider, George Ang- stadt, jr., Paul Stoudt, and Paul Young. Mrs. Bertha Feger, Miss Evelyn Nace, and Mr. Melvin Arnold prepare the Christmas turkey for hungry stu- dents. Carol Lauria gets the full treatment from Dr. Harry Dougherty, Dr. Leonard Woodring, and Mrs. Annie Knap- penberger. Right in heref' George Rider directs George Angstadt, Ir., as they work to keep the school neat.