Yazoo City High School - Mingo Chito Yearbook (Yazoo City, MS)

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Mrs. Smith, posing hero with one of her able student librarians, brought great honor to herself and YHS when she was elected Presi- dent of the State Library Association. Library Stimulates Academic Research and Study The library, the center of academic research, is one of the most important and most frequently visited rooms at YHS. A steady stream of puzzled or inquisitive students pour through its doors each day searching for the answers to their problems. With the aid of the best reference books. and excellent card catalogue, and vast amounts of reading matter, students are able to find material necessary for term papers, themes, essays, and speeches. If librarian. Mrs. Mary Emma Smith, is not available, capable student librarians are always present to assist anyone needing help.. MRS. MARY EMMA SMITH B.A.. Mississippi Stale College for Women M.S., Louisiana State University Librarian, President of State Library Association Sponsor, Library Club 26

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Math Aids Scholars in Math courses generally provide a staunch challenge to the many students who are not walking, talking mathemat- ical wizards. Since YHS does have its share of scholars who excel in computative fields, the school offers a solid curriculum consisting of Basic Math. Algebra I, Algebra Solving Life’s Problems II. Geometry, Business Arithmetic, and Advanced Math. By stimulating thought and encouraging the power of reasoning. Math courses prepare students to solve the problems of life. MR. KENNETH W. BUCKLEY B.S.. University of Southern Mississippi Algebra II. Advanced Math Sponsor. Math Club MRS. RUTH WATSON B.S.. Millsaps College Algebra I MRS. LOUISE CLARK B.A., Longwood College Basic Math MR. LESLEY C. CLARK B.A.. M.A.. University of Southern Mississippi Geometry, Coach 25

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MR. STANLEY C. BEERS B.A.. Hendrix College Instrumental Musie Sponsor. Band Club IR. DONALD L. VAUGHAN B.M. Ed., University of Mississippi Assistant Band Director, Stage Band Sponsor, Safety Club MISS BERNICE GAY M.M.. Peabodv College, M.Ed., Louisiana State University Publie School Music, Mixed Chorus Sponsor, Choral Groups Music Offers Students Cultural Enrichment The primary goal of the musie department is to develop indi- vidual talent by teaching students the fundamentals of instrumentation and voice. In achieving this major goal the Band and the Mixed Chorus have also stimulated student appreciation of music. Throughout the years these two groups have entertained the student body with delightful musical programs, while gaining valuable experience to prepare themselves for state concerts and festivals. 27 Hmm. what’s this bubble gum doing stuck in the G hole?!” wonders Mr. Stanley Beers as he examines Hank Smith's clarinet. Ready. 1 and 2 and 3 . . .,” directs Miss Bernice Gay as she prepares the chorus for the state festival.