York High School - Duke Yearbook (York, NE)

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In Addition to a Formal Education, Never the brush-off from Mrs. Kathryn Braasch, seventh grade instructor . . . always time for a sparkling smile and a friendly chat. Takes pride in seeing students' eyes light up when a bit of knowledge suddenly sinks in . . .believes democracy will be kept alive if young people are taught to evaluate infor- mation cind make proper decisions. Also proud of amount of onions she manages to squeeze on to one small hamburger. . . variety of relaxations, includ- ing watching baseball and football, sewing and reading.. . usually done alone if they follow one of those super- dooper hamburgers! Rare steak, French fries and banana splits! To Norman Braasch, Science instructor, this is the most ! Delights in seeing students sincerely interested in science as means of self-preparation for living in scientific world. Keen interest in science, in school and out, prompts him to spend hours delving into the mysterious world of the un- known . For relaxation and entertainment, enioys tennis, hiking and listening to collection of classical records. Many young men have Miss Lorraine Brandt, Homemak- ing instructor, FHA Adviser and co-sponsor of Junior Class, to thank for saving them from a fate worse than death . Eager young girls enter Room lO3 in the fall and emerge in the spring beautiful and gracious young hostesses. Believes schools develop respect in the pupil for the dig- nity and worth of the individual . . .also develop the respon- sible, self-reliant person who is so necessary for citizenship in a democracy. Practices what she teaches and delights in good, home- A BIRD IN THE HAND IS WORTH ABOUT 50 SHELLS- Earl Graft, Social Studies, Boys' Physical Education, Bas- ketball Coach C cooked baked beans. SSSSSSSSSSSSSwish! That was iet-propelled Charles Brown, Social Studies instructor, co-sponsor of Junior Class and Hi-Y adviser, coming in for a landing. On his way to a tire? No, iust skooting to class. Feels that, although we learn from books, we gain more from day-by-day associations with individuals having a vari- ety of backgrounds. Believes citizenship itself involves obedience to and re- spect for laws. Respect for group rules is learned in school organizations, on athletic teams and in classrooms. Sssssssswish also describes the Brown approach to the popular summer sport, golf! For Coach Earl Graff, Boys' Physical Education instruc- tor, the year consists of four seasons , . . football, hunting, basketball and golf! Coach Graft is also a co-sponsor of the Y Club. Gains great satisfaction from helping someone. . .en- ioys teaching old dogs new tricks, especially his own little black ball of fire. Believes a good citizen leads and lives a full life and thes are part of our American heritage. Chemistry is worth taking iust for the pleasure of learn- ing Undef The FUCJSTGFY of Ervin Hoffart, Science instructor and Student Council adviser. One of the high points in his career was his visit this year to Chicago for General Motors' Powerama . There he re- ceived a glimpse into the future and, with colored slides, has shared his experience with YHS students. Believes contributions of school include the development of mind and body and ability to associate with others. Always available for a ioke or chemistry equation. HIS OWN CRYSTAL BALL, A SLIDE PROJECTOR-Ervin Hoftart, Science, Mathematics, Attendance Director

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EXPLORING THE REALMS OF HI-Fl-Beiow-Norman Broosch Scwence Gum mv ,iw fm 5 ff JUST LIKE A JIG-SAW PUZZLE-AbovevMrs Kathryn Brocsch, Seventh Grade Have Outside Interests Similar to Our Own. SAY, I BARELY MADE PAR -BeIowfChorIes Brown, Social Studies MUST BE EXPECTING COMPANY-Below-Miss Lorrolne Brandt, Homemcking

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EXERCISING HER GREEN THUMB Miss Ella Joye Seventh Grade 0.0 on 4 4 oft, JUST A HOMEMAKER AT HEART Miss Lurlie Lee English They Hove Helped Us Develop Responsibility, IT S NICE TO HAVE A MAN AROUND THE HOUSE Russel Klein English If XZ E Because of her green thumb Miss Ella Joye s special out side interests include her home and yard lwhere practically anything seems to growl teaches seventh grade and co sponsors Y Teens Feels school lays foundation for training in American citizenship Considers greatest reward for teaching is seeing her pupils grow into good active American citizens and yet have time to call on former teachers Salads and home-made bread lone thing which doesn't grow in her front yardl are among favorite foods. All the world s a stage to Russel Klein English in- structor and Prep Players sponsor, whether it be a play pre- sented at YHS or clowning in seventh period study hall. Feels that in schools students can be taught the funda- mentals and principles of our American heritage... is knowledge and understanding, coupled with a willingness to accept responsibility, are essential to good American citizen- ship. She's made many a speech-maker out of a knee-shaker . . . none other than Miss Lurlie Lee, English instructor and co- sponsor of Sophomore Class. Especially proud of productive soil in her front yard, which seems to produce nothing but dandelions. . . biggest problem seems to be her favorite foods, home-made bread and butter, vs. grading papers. Believes Speech classes give opportunity for learning of civic conditions and discussing them . . . formulates training tor civic leadership.