| Summary: | The annual publication of the students of Wilson Junior High School, Lethbridge, Alberta. (Volume. 1955-56) WILSON JUNIOR HIGH, Lethbridge, Alberta. C l11'!*- DEDICATION To Our Teachers whose daily work is inspired by the hope that it will mean a better future for each of us. Published by the Students' Union of Wilson Junior High School,, Lethbridge, Alberta. Editor --- Myrna Brown Staff --- Jacquie Kerr, Joanne Legge, Marilyn Roelofs, Carmen Going, Lyn Tuff, Joan Zasadny, Karen Seeley, Pat Bruce, Darla Hostetter. Staff Advisor --- D. A. Gaudette Our thanks to all who have helped in the preparation and publication of this year book. In particular, we would like to thank Miss Gladys Bodnaruk for her work in typing stencils and Fruet Studios for the use of class pictures.2 PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE It seems only yesterday that we opened the school doors for the 1955-56 classes. Now the year Is over and we wonder where the time went. You might also wonder If you benefitted fully from the experiences of the past year. Did you learn as much as you should? Every citizen needs a lot of basic knowledge In order to live a useful life. Now Is the time for you to get this knowledge. If you feel you did not learn enough you could catch up in the summer and you could resolve to do better next year. Did you develop good attitudes? If you wish to grow into a fine type of adult you must begin now to be kind, well mannered, considerate, industrious and responsible. Did you have a happy school year? You are happier when you get along with other people, when you are successful in doing your work and when other people like you. Perhaps next year you can profit from any errors ;you made this year. I should like to wish the grade 6's, 7's> and ®'s a very enjoyable holiday. I sincerely hope the grade 9's examination results are favorable and that they will be successful in high school or in their occupations. The staff of this school did our best to give you a good start in life. We hope that you will always be glad that you spent part of your school life with us. J?Public School Board WILSON JUNIOR HIGH, Lethbridge, Alberta. (1) G.C. Paterson Q.O. (2) A.J. Watson B.A. (3) L.H. Bussard M.A., M Ed. (4) Mrs. B. Kipp R.N. (5) A.R. Niven (6) G.G. Woolley (7) A.C. Anderson- k - From the School Board Office During the past school year the Lethbridge Public School system has increased in numbers from lj.,370 to ip, 580 students. The system will continue to grow for many years as approximately 550 boys and girls will start Grade One, whereas about 250 students will complete their school days each year. In September the Gilbert Paterson School was opened with 9 Junior High classes and 13 elementary rooms. Late in the fall an l8 room addition to the Collegiate Institute was started in preparation for the 1,050 students now In our Junior High Schools. In April 195& construction was begun on two 8- room elementary schools, the "General Stewart" school In the Dieppe area and the "George McKIllop" school at 21st Street and 5th Avenue North. General Stewart, a soldier in the South African War of 1901, was a member of the School Board from 1908 to 1912, and later served as an officer during the First World War. George McKillop, Physical Education instructor and director in the Lethbridge system for over 36 years, has assisted In the development of countless boys and girls. These schools will be of the Maximlite design which is a new type of functional school architecture. In a few years both Hamilton and Wilson will have to be expanded In order to accommodate the many pupils now in the elementary grades. Although our school system Is increasing In size, we hope that the quality of instruction Is Improving also. Well- trained teachers are being attracted to Lethbridge because they think It Is a good city in which to live and to work. Opportunities are developing in Alberta which were unheard of 20 years ago. Oil, gas, coal, lumber, grain, water power, and our other natural resources have enabled Alberta to develop an economy which will provide wor^ for all its high school and university graduates. The petro-chemical plants now under construction at Medicine Hat and Pincher Creek are just the beginning of industrial development In the South. Job opportunities will await the well-trained boy and girl. Our school system Is prepared to provide a thorough training to the end of Grade XII. Fron that point many students will continue on to university, technical school, or other Institutions which provide specialized education beyond high school. It is our hope that our schools have provided a solid foundation on which successful careers can be built. There once was a man from Lacombe Who made a dog house his home. When he was asked why He made this reply, "My wife's making sure I don't roam". Room 203 LitDo you'Remember? 5 - The first morning of school, September 7* New clothes, new books, new teachers, new resolutions, new friends and classmates. Campaigning for your friends during the Student Union Elections, late in September. Scholarship Day, September 28. The first social events, a dance on Ontober 1 and sock- hop on October lL|_. The Hard Time Dance, November 1+. Army, Air and Sea Cadets in uniform on the stage during a stirring Remembrance Day Program. Organization of basketball, badminton, Girls'Club, C-leo Club, Orchestra, Tumbling, Girls' Shop, and Science Club. Adoption of a constitution for the Student Union at an assembly meeting, December 7* The bustle of preparation and practice for "Our Oklahoma" The transformation of a bare stage into a colorful farmyard with a mountain background. The production itself, Nov. 30 and December 1. The Christmas Dance, December l6. Colorful decorations. Selling tickets on grocery hampers for our Christmas raffle. The draw for prizes at an assembly. Enjoyable skating parties at the Arena in Dec. and Peb. Practicing cheers at the Pep Rally, February 1. The Senior Boys' and Girls' Basketball teams giving Hamilton, Paterson and St. Joseph's plenty of competition in home and away games. Nomination and balloting for Mr. and Miss Wilson of 1956 late in February. The Easter Dance, March 23, and the crowning of a new Mr. and Miss Wilson. Plenty of skating for Phys. Ed. during an unusually long cold weather season. Would spring ever come? The many enjoyable room programs presented after Xmas. Easter holidays -- still cold weather. The Easter Exams in April. The hotly contested finals of the boys' house league. Presentation of crests to the winners.- 6 - Do you Remember? continued The good looking "girls" on Sadie Hawkins Day, April 27* The Staff vs Boys' Team game in May. Wilson athletes giving us lots to cheer about at the Track Meet, May JO. Perfect weather and a perfect setting for the Track Meet. The Grade 9 Graduation Banquet and dance, June 6. Classes ending June 20. The final exams for Grade 9 and that final morning of coming back for those all important report cards for the Grades 7 and 8 students. And, looking back, we hope that you will remember 1955" 1956 as a pleasant and profitable school year. Wilson Junior High Home & School Association Under the leadership of Mr. Potter, our association enjoyed a very successful year with one hundred and twenty five paid up members. A meeting was held each month from September to May. The meetings featured various educational talks and panel discussions. In April a Career Night was held, with parents and grade nine students attending, to acquaint students with possible careers which may be followed. Social evenings and card parties were held during the term. We appreciate very much the co-operation of the teachers In ail the activities of the Association. The retiring executive wish the new officers every success in the coming year. Grace Fla then, Secretary- 7 - Wilson J.h.S. Students’ Union Executive - Back row left to' right - Garry Bartlett, Bob Sanford, Sandra Todd, Myrna Brown, Joyce Burton, Jacquie Kerr. Second row left to right - Elaine Waterhouse, Joyce Deak, Joanne Pozzi, Alan Willis - Grade 9 Rep., Dan Bodell - Grade 8 Rep., Wilhelmina Heyboer Bob Ikle. Front row left to right - Mrs. Jacobs - advisor, Joan Zasadny - Grade 7 Rep., Betty Anne Chomicki - Secretary, Brent Seeley - President, Walter Flathen - Vice-President, Frances Gow - Treasurer, Walter Evdokimoff. Wilson Junior High Home & School Association 1955-56 Back row left to right - Mrs. W. Howell, Mrs. E. Flitton, Mrs. A. Hepple, Mrs. V. Nyrose, Mrs. A. Potter, Mrs. J. S. Kerr. Front row left to right - W. Fruet, Mrs. C. Cargill, Mrs. G. Flathen, R. Turner.The Students' Union Executive 1955-1956 We asked Betty Anne Chomicki, secretary of the Students' Union for her Impressions of the Students' Union. Here they are; 1. It is a very great privilege to be one of the active members of the Students' Council. 2. Working along with all the other members is fun, as well as being an interesting and worthwhile experience. 3* Not only the executive, but the whole student body is given the opportunity to learn about and practice democratic government. 1+. Helping to plan for different school activities and for raising money for these is the major task of the Execut ive. 5. We have tried to satisfy the students in the best way we could by providing a variety of dances, including sock-hops. Two skating parties were also held. 6. The students as a whole helped to raise money to provide such things as magazines for the lunch room, ping pong equipment, and many other worthwhile things. 7. The Executive met almost every Monday, during lunch hour. The members attended verj faithfully. Most of the meetings, with a few exceptions, were well conducted and successful. 8. Mrs. Jacobs was very co-operative by taking the time to supervise each Executive meeting. 9. In summing up, I feel that our Students' Union Executive for 1935_56 has done a good job. We wish much success and fun to next year's Executive. Betty Anne Chomicki. - 9 - Mr. and Miss Wilson of 195 6 The honor of being selected as Mr. Wilson of 1956 went to Bob Kishimotoand that of being chosen as Miss Wilson, to Marjorie Gettman. Runners up for the Miss Wilson banner were Josephine Chollack, Evelyn DeVos, and Jacquie Kerr. Those for Mr. Wilson honors were Wayne Clark, Mike Onofrychuk and Alan Willis. Every effort was made to select, from the many nominated the girl and boy worthy of representing Wilson as its typical all-round student. Popularity, as evidenced by student ballot, good scholarship, participitation in school activities were the bases on which the choice narrowed to four candidates for each honor. The final selection was by a committee on which students, teachers and others, not of the school, were represented. Personality and poise were judged by the committee and the banners awarded at the Easter Dance. Our heartiest congratulations to Bob and Marjorie. The students of Wilson know well that these very considerable honors will rest In worthy hands for 1956. To the runner-up, congratulations and try again.10 the staff 1955-1956 Mr_. Reg Turner, Principal - Mr. Turner is a friend of each student in the school, a democrat with convictions, and a well-known personality throughout the city. He has a fund of energy and an ever ready wit for all occasions. Administrative duties take up most of his school time, but he also taught Literature this year, to the delight of the Grade 9's• Mr. Jon Thorlacius, Vice-Principal - Mr. Thorlacius brings clean-cut youth and vigor to his tasks of teaching and administration. He came to Wilson three years ago from Watrous, Saskatchewan. This year he taught Mathematics and Health and Personal Development in an engaging manner and was Guidance Counsellor because of his readiness to hear about the other person’s views and to express his own. He was also well known to lates and gum chewers as master of the Detention Room. Miss Dorothy Cameron - left us after becoming Mrs. MacPherson in December. She wi11 long be remembered by her students for her ability to sing and to play the piano and to inspire others to musical self-expression in classes, Glee Club and Orchestra. Mr. Arrigo Chiste - tall and youthful, came to us after some years as Shop teacher in the Coaldale area. He taught Shop classes in an efficient and watchful manner and tamed the lOip* s to quietness during announcements. Many of the girls enjoyed and profited from the Girls' Shop Classes which he conducted after school as an extra-curricular activity. Mr. Lee Collet - was educated in Del Bonita and attended University before coming to Wilson this year. He taught Social Studies, Language and will be remembered by many for the plays prepared under his direction in Dramatics classes, and for his work with our stage, which almost cost him a finger. He shared supervision of the "Wilson Warbler" with Mr. Schmidt and he and Mrs. Collet conducted school dancing classes. Mr . Char1es Connor s - taught several years in Coaldale before coming to Wilson this year to teach Mathematics, Science and boys' Physical Education. He will be remembered as an efficient and kindly teacher and for his work in supervising Boys' House League Basketball and Boys' Soccer through a very successful season. fir. Cliff Daw - in his third year at Wilson has come to symbolize Art to many students but also teaches Mathematics and Science. He has made firm friendships with many students through his all-round helpfulness and his unselfish devotion of time after hours to projects of his students in ceramics, decorations and stage settings for special occasions. He is also leader of the Tumbling Club.A.P. CHISTE B.ED. C.E. CONNORS B.ED. MRS. T. JACOBS F. SIMON B.ED. R. TURNER B.SC. B.ED. PRINCIPAL J.M. THORLACIUS B.A. B.ED. VICE-PRINCIPAL WILSON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 1955 --- 1956 C. TURNER B.ED. MRS. E. VELKER L.S. COLLET MISS V. GRAY B.ED. W.G. SCHMIDT MRS. J. ZEMAN C.£. DAW B,$C.B.£0, Q GAUOETTE BSC.BtO. E.A. MORRISON MISS M. RURYK12 - Staff continued Miss Verna Gray - is mistress of the Home Economics room and brings skill and experience to the teaching of Home Economics. She is supervisor of the Girls' Club. This is her second year at Wilson. Mr. Douglas Gaudette - taught Science, Typewriting, and Community Economics during his third year at Wilson. He believes in the value of knowledge and. skills, says that nothing really worthwhile comes without effort, and expects students to work. The Science Club and the Year Book are under his direction. Mrs. Thelma Jacobs - came to Wilson this year after many years of teaching in Stirling and Cardston. She taught Social Studies and Language with a patient and sympathetic outlook on students' problems and served as staff advisor to the Students' Union Executive. Mr. Ted Morrison - smiling and jolly teacher of our only Grade 6 room - r05, trained as a teacher many years ago only to leave teaching for other occupations and return to teaching only recently. He enjoys working with his group and, we are sure, his pupils have enjoyed and profited from their year with him. Miss Marjorie Ruryk - has commuted between Wilson and Paterson Schools all year as part of her duties of Physical Education teacher for girls of both schools. However, since she was brought up within sight of Wilson, our school has a prior claim on her affections and talents. She abounds with youthful pep and enthusiasm and is an ardent; booster for school spirit. She coached Girls' Basketball Teams successfully during the season. Mr. Werner Schmidt - taught Science and Mathematics during the first term and later took over Mrs. MacPherson's classes in Music, Dramatics and Health and Personal Development and the Glee Club. Quiet and unassuming, he prizes fine character and his students have gained much by his example and teaching. A well trained singer, he has entertained students and parents on occasions and prepared soloists and choruses to a high standard for the Music Festival, Mr. Frank Simon - quiet and soft spoken Social Studies-Lang- uage teacher, came to us from the Edmonton staff. He has definite aims in teaching and seldom relaxes firm but gentle guidance of his students. He supervised badminton, an activity popular with many students, Mr. Colin Turner - a whimsical observer of school life, well endowed with a sense of humor, came to us from teaching in Coalhurst, but took a year off to detour to Europe by way of South America. He teaches Oral French, Physical Education and Social Studies with dash and sparkle.Staff continued - 13 - Mrs. Ellis Velker - brought her energetic manner to Wilson in January to take Mr. Schmidt’s place teaching Mathematics and Science while he took over Mrs. MacPherson’s classes. She soon found her way about and has taught successfully. Mrs. Jean Z-eman - forsook Westminster School to teach Social Studies-Language and Literature at Wilson this year. She is noted for a capable,, brisk and energetic manner and for her readiness to see the lighter side of every situation. What would we do without them? Gladys Bodnaruk - our cheerful, efficient, and very popular secretary. Knows every student by name. Besides her regular office duties she looks after the Library and does innumerable jobs for students and teachers. Mrs. H. A. Murray - our school nurse. Keeps our medical supplies complete' and tidy. Does the routine checks efficiently and looks after casualties calmly and competently. Mr. J. Smith - our caretaker - makes our school a building to be proud of and is always willing to do everything he can towards the success of any school project. Mrs. S. Fraser - the assistant caretaker - always has a smile and a cheerful word for everyone. Lethbridge Editor’s note; This bit of poetry comes from Mr. Turner’s efforts to have the students do creative writing. We are not sure whether Crystal Parkinson wishes to dedicate it to the City Council. As you drive along Lethbridge streets You bounce so much your car just squeaks When you look back, as you sometimes must, All you can see is a cloud of dust. Now, if you want to avoid this muss Leave your car home and take the bus.Our Oklahoma Everyone In Wilson Junior High this year will have memories of "Our Oklahoma", a production staged by the Glee Club with assisting artists. The members of the Glee Club had many favorite songs. Miss Cameron wove many of these into the production. Boys were persuaded to sing the male roles and practices began in October. Mr, Daw and his capable student helpers began to design and paint scenery -- a huge back-drop of mountains and realistic wings representing trees and a red barn. As these gradually took shape, students and teachers were thrilled by the transformation of our bare stage. In the meantime, the cast were busy learning lines and stage directions and practicing the songs. Miss Cameron was ill and in hospital but dates had been set and the work of preparation went on despite difficulties and misgivings. At last Miss Cameron was back. Excitement filled the air as last minute wrinkles were Ironed out during two dress rehersals, at one of which a camera man from CJLH-TV took many pictures. At the last mom- ment Pat Davis, one of the leading members of the cast, suffered a broken shoulder. And then completion of the last detail -- stage lighting and OPENING NIGHT, with the auditorium well filled. The production was pronounced very successful by large audiences on both nights. Another first at Wilson -- our first major stage production by students. Those taking part were: Melanie Stanko, Pat Davis, Gerry Schmidt, Paula Louwerse, Betty Schmidt, Pat Towle, Alan Hepple, Walter Flathen, Tom Wheeler, Peter Berry, Nita Saliken, Diane Davis, Janice and Joan Day, Glenda Moore, Josephine Chollack, Donna Hacker, Joyce Deak, Joan Cook, Lauraine Jones, Elaine Laing, Ann Dowdell, Jennifer Butler, Bob Kishimoto, LoRoy Kirchner, Stuart Still and Gordon Brown. Assisting artists were Mr. W. Schmidt and the tap dance team of Marjorie Gettman and Beverly Tarnava. Behind the scenes, those who helped Mr. Daw with scenery were Dennis Flitton, Laurence Carlson, Gordon Cargill, George Hart and Wayne Dollttle. The stage lighting was arranged by Mr. Collet, assisted by Jack Wesselman. David Richards was In charge of properties and prompting. The school orchestra was heard in several pleasing numbers during intermission and shared a part in the success of the production. The Home Economics students served refreshments. = And special commendation to Miss Cameron, the guiding spirit behind the production and its hard working and capable directress. Without her, the production ould never have taken place.- 15 - The Wilson Junior High Glee Club The Club enjoyed a very successful year. Under the direction of Miss Cameron the Club staged "Our Oklahoma". This was very successful because of the .effort af all concerned and because people like Miss Cameron and Mr. Daw were willing to put «in so much extra time and work. After Miss Cameron became Mrs. MacPherson and left us Mr. Schmidt took over. Under his direction we entered the Music Festival, and, although we did not win first place, our mark was very satisfactory. Maybe we’ll win next year-- who knows? So, if any of next years grade sevens want to work hard and have fun, come to us next Fall and wo'11 say, "Hi, Pardner". Tumbling Club We had a small tumbling club at Wilson this year which made up in enthusiasm and skill for whatever it lacked in the number and size of its members. Flat mat, box horse and calisthenics comprised most of the program for the year -- and, of course, the inevitable rough and tumble shower.after each class. The boys were unable to display their talents to classmates or parents this year. They look forward to next year with hopes of a larger club and more activities. Mr. C. Daw. Science Club The Science Club began this year with a project of making crystal radio receivers. Other meetings were taken up by science demonstrations and films and one nature study hike to the river was held. Club president Garry Allison held office till after Easter, at which time Wayne Dolittle was elected. It is to be regretted that the Club, this year, met rather infrequently and did not take full advantage of the many worthwhile activities possible for a club of this sort. Perhaps the highlight of the year was a tour of the Science Service Laboratories made in the Fall. D. A. Gaudette.- 16 - The Wilson Y Teen Girls’ Club President Ilona Madacsi headed an executive consisting of Lorna Matthews} Marjorie Gettman, Beverly Tarnava and Irene Bozsvai, during our very successful third year. The Thursday noon meetings had an average attendance of about 35 girls. Many interesting talks by guest speakers were much enjoyed. Mr. Walter Lewis spoke on ''Parliamentary Procedure". Mr. and Mrs. Palmer described life In Pakistan. Mrs. Matkin's topic was "Personality". Mrs. Holland spoke on "Hair Care". Dr. Atwal, fron India, spoke on the history of India. Mr* Burton gave us suggestions ’about effective speaking and Mrs. Flathen about manicuring. Miss Bartman described fabric paint ing and Miss Thurlby spoke to us about Y.W.C.A. work. Mrs. Bryan showed us slides of Hawaii and Mrs. Robertson gave us a talk on "Mexico" and showed slides. Social events included a Hallowe'en Dance, Christmas party, and a Pot Luck Supper. During our Book Drive over two thousand books were collected and placed In the school library or sent to where they would be of use. Melanie Stanko headed the team collecting most books. The winners received crests. A lot of credit goes to our supervisors, Miss V. Gray, and Miss M. Thurlby for helping the girls make this a very successful year for all. Marjorie Gettman. Wilson Junior High School Orchestra Thump, thump, one-two-three-four-ready, and away we went for a joyous hour of harmony and rhythm. Yes, we really had fun under the direction of Miss Cameron and Doug.Rusk and later Mr. Simon, who almost had us convinced that, in order to play music, we needed more than a good ear and had to read music. Highlights of the year were playing for "Our Oklahoma", at the Open House program during Education Week, and for a few school dances. Members of the orchestra were: Doug Rusk, Grant Norlin, Howard Norlin, Blair McNabb, Blanche Zeman, Marilyn Stewart, and, after we got a set of drums, Bob Toivanen. We would like to say "Thanks" to our conductors because you helped us do what we liked and we had fun despite the hard work. Doug Rusk- 17 - The Boys' Basketball Team Our boys' team began the. year In the unfortunate position of having no experienced players. The result was that in the first few games they had very little chance against their more experienced opposition. In their second game against Paterson the boys' played extremely well and succeeded in becoming the first boys' team from Wilson to win a league game. It was their only victory but throughout the rest of the season they came close on several occasions and fought hard in all games. They lost to St. Joseph's by one point in overtime, and in a game against Hamilton they were tied with three minutes to go. Doug Rusk was chosen as captain of the team and played centre. Glen Smith and Fred Perkins started their careers as guards but were switched to forwards in order to give a better balanced team. Alan Heppie played guard while Gordon Sibbet, LeRoy KIrchner, and Tom Ascroft were on the forward line. Brent Seeley, Harry Scholt-en, Bill Wong, and Bob Duval left the team for various reasons so Wayne Clark, Lome Birth, and Ray Piraux were added to the team. Although our team did not succeed in winning many games, the improvement in both individual and team play was tremendous. Most of the boys will be back next year and some of the prospects for next year's team have been practicing and playing with the team so that next season we should be able to put up a good fight against any team in the league. C. Turner, Coach. Boys' House League Basketball Boys' House League began last fall with four houses called A, B, C and D. The first schedule ran till Christmas and was revised in January. Four able coaches were chosen from the School Team in the persons of Doug Rusk, Alan Hepple, Ray Piraux and Fred Perkins. Boys on the School Team did not play house league. Team D under Alan Hepple won the greatest number of games in the post-Christmas schedule. Just before Easter a play-off series was run. Doug Rusk's Team A won over Ray Piraux's Team B in semi-finals while Fred Perkins' Team C defeated Team D under Alan Hepple. In the finals Fred Perkins' team took the honors. The players of the winning team were Fred Zasadny (captain), Reg Arnold, Nick Ponech, Klaus Von Chorus, Dan Bodell, David Richards and Gordon Burns. Each was presented with a crest at an assembly meeting later. The finals and semi finals were hard fought and sensational. Each went the full three games. Congratulations to the winners and to each of the players, who, for the most part, showed a high sense of sportsmanship throughout. C. Connors.18 - Girls’ All-Star Basketball The Girls' All Stars had a good season of competition in the league with Hamilton, Paterson and St. Joseph's. Each of the girls played their best and will have many pleasant memories of exciting games. In the finals they bowed out to Hamilton. Frances Gow (captain; forward) Sparked the team with her speed and passing ability. Hedi Gering (forward) Lots of drive and a smooth shot. Melanie Stanko (center) A smooth and well placed center. Margaret Sanders (guard) Used her height to good advantage. A long shot artist. Lesley Fredrick (guard) A smart all-round player ifho always kept her check in hand. Marjorie Gettman (guard) Speedy and elusive dribbler. Blanche ^eman (center) Showed great improvement and will be a player to watch next season. Diane Mercer (forward) Excellent on both offensive and defensive. Trudy Sillito (forward) A good player who never stopped trying while she was on the floor. Beverly Tarnava (guard) A hard fighting player. Evelyn De Vos ("center and guard) A smart all-round player. Jeanette Tarnawski, Crystal Parkinson and Valerie Mogus played with the All-Stars for part of the season. Joan Day joined the squad during the finals. I have enjoyed working with the team very much and am looking forward to next season. Marjorie Ruryk, Coach. Badminton Club Badminton appears to be a favorite sport with many Wilson students. The Club had eighty-one paid up members, thirty- five of whom were girls. The heavy attendance during the boys' Wednesday noon sessions made it necessary to transfer eight of the boys to the girls' after school sessions. The objectives this year were to introduce the game to students who had not formerly played, to give each member an equal amount of playing time, and to provide a pleasant recreation. With these in mind, little was done in the form of competition. However, Mr. Simon is still looking for a good player among the staff in order to challenge successfully the student doubles combination of Laurie Laxaruk and Ricky Steadman. F. Simon- 19 - •The Inspectors During the week of March 7 to 11 Wilson was "invaded” by School Superintendents representing the Department of Education. Students will remember trying hard to make a good impression despite that scared feeling as one or another of these gentlemen wandered around classes asking questions or looking at notebooks. Needless to say, the teachers .were on their toes, too. However, as the days passed with no casualties in our ranks, the frightened feelings abated and we now look back on the Inspectors' visit as one of the memories of the year 1955-56- An Evening of One-Act Plays One of the highlights of the year for grade sevens was the presentation of three one-act plays before a large audience of parents. The plays were presented by Dramatics classes under the direction of Mr. Collet and were very w .11 received. They later served as room programs for Wednesday assembly. Cast of "The King's English" included: Jack Doran, Karen Dunn, Laurence Jones, Colin Sharpe, Renier Scholten, Gordon Sibbet, Ricky Steadman, Ken Butler, Dennis Riley and Don Comstock. This amusing farce recounted the difficulties of a South Sea Island king in finding a man who spoke good English. "Th'e Perfect Couple" had, as its setting the foyer of a dance hall. Those taking part included: Marilyn Wheeler, Pat Harris, Gordon Brown, Marilyn Adnitt, Leon Koch, Joan Zasadny, Lucy Skikiewich, Paulette Katan, Prank Tuttle, Ken Martin, Carolyne Selvig, Dwayne Hammond, Bob Shippobotham, Ken Furuk- awa, and Jerry Arnold. Plenty of suspense was provided by the third play, "A Perfect Hide-out". Two escaped criminals, played by Jack Wesselman and Ted Sillito found a mountain hide-out but arrived just before a group of girls, played by Marlene Burns, Karen Seeley, Sandra Todd, Gloria Woodcock, Sharon Irvine, and Jeanette Riehl. A boy, played by Tom Cameron, aided to bring a happy ending. There once was a studious crook Who liked nothing so much as a book. He set out for Yale But landed in gaol For stealing the books that he took. Room 202 Lit. 20 The Graduation Banquet and Dance Wilson graduates of 195^ will look back with pleasure to the Graduation Banquet hold in their honor on June 6. The seventy three grade nines, their parents, teachers and special guests, seated at well laid tables in the tastefully decorated auditorium, made a picture which will long be remembered by those present. An excellent meal, prepared by mothers of the grade eights, was served by a group of grade eight girls. The program, with Brent Seeley and Mr. Turner as co- chairman, was also very pleasing. Jacquie Kerr in saying grace, Laurie Lazaruk and Frances Gow proposing toasts, and Betty Anne Chomicki, in presenting a picture on behalf of the class, all ably represented the graduates. Mr. George Wilson performed his traditional task of cutting the graduation cake. Mr. Line Coward, in his toast to the graduates, reminded them, in kindly but impressive terms, of their responsibilities. Doug Rusk, valedictorian, spoke pleasingly of the memories of Wilson which the group would carry with them and thanked the parents and teachers on behalf of the graduates. Musical numbers by Donna Hacker and Pat Towle, Mr. W. Schmidt, and an instrumental trio from Coaldale rounded out the program. Mr. Turner, in closing, thanked those who had contributed, behind the scenes, to the success of the banquet and spoke of the objectives of the school. The Graduation Dance, held later in the evening, will also hold many memories for the graduates and their friends. Open House Day Wilson held its annual "Open House" for parents on March ll+th. During the afternoon classes were held as usual but every door was open and parents were free to visit any or all of the classes. About one hundred parents visited the school. Tea was served in the Home .Economics section. In the evening, displays of school work were laid out in classrooms and teachers were on hand for parent-teacher conferences. The music classes and school Orchestra presented a pleasing concert to end the day. Another hundred parents were present during the evening. There was a young man from Maine Who stuck out his head from a train. His friend ■ said, ’"Ned, You've split open your head, And you act like you haven't a brainl" Room 201 Lit. 21 LITERARY SOUVENIRS (Grade 9, 1955-56) (Editor's noto) 'Year books, like wine, acquire an added flavor after being kept a few years unopened. We present, herewith, a few examples of Grade 9 creative writing, just as they were handed in by their authors. These are to be taken as samples not models. Since this is a school year book, we chose, from a rather wide selection, a few samples of articles about school. We hope you like the original flavor of these now, and that you will enjoy them still more after re-reading them a few years hence. My Typical School Horning At seven forty-five drowsily I hear Mom turn on "Party Line". A1 plays one of his musical selections. I sink into oblivious slumber with only a faint aroma of bacon and coffee, resolving only to take forty winks. By eight-fifteen my three sisters are yanking me out of bed, all ready for school, natch. Sleepily I inquire why I wasn't awakened earlier. Gosh, the timel I grab a beige skirt from my closet. Frantically I pull it on only to find the zipper broken. Throwing that over my bed I frantically search for my blue tweed — had spots on. Skirt after skirt paraded from hanger to all over the room. Finally I come to a last year's creation -- a mauve skirt. Rummaging through drawers, I find the only presentable sweater, bright greenl By eight forty-five I am gulping down some orange juice and eggs. My poor digestive systeml -- What did Ai say? "Introducing "Heartbreak Hotel" by Elvis Presley"? I just have to listen to itl Eight fifty and I somehow get my books together and rush down the street to Betty's, still thinking about Elvis's song and muttering "le stylo--pen, la erayon--pencil--no, chalk." Confused, I give up. I come to the conclusion I should have stayed up later than twelve thirty studying my French nouns. Just as the nine o'clock bell goes we pantingly slide into our desks. Nancy Morita — 201.22 Literary Souvenirs continued The Ideal Student There really is such a thing as an ideal student although different people have different opinions about this. The most important thing that students in every grade owe the teacher is respect. In this way there should be no trouble between them. However, the teacher should consider the student as a human being just the same. Most students try to be respectful and as courteous as they can toward the teacher although there are a few exceptions. Some pupils in higher grades especially can't stand anyone older trying to tell them what to do and so they think they are being picked on if the teacher gets after them even though it was probably for a good reason. Let's go on an expedition through an average classroom and compare some of the sights we see. We'll take Sally Smith, for instance. First of all, that great big gob of gum she is chewing looks a mess and secondly she shouldn't be chewing it after the principal stressed that point about fifty times. Oh, oh, here comes Miss Black. "Sally, are you chewing gum by any chance?" "Sure". "Well, you'd better get rid of it. I'll let you go this time but don't let it happen again or you will have to report to detention". "Okay, okay". Well, Sally Smith certainly isn't a good example of an ideal student. She didn't use the right attitude towards the teacher even though she was good enough to let her go unpunished, and besides this, she didn't even pay any attention. This is only one of the many minor incidents in the life of Sally Smith. Now let's move on to Tom Wood. Just for a change he looks like he'd be quite a good natured boy. There seems to be quite a commotion in the room. It looks like Miss Black has asked for someone to write a report for Social Studies and there are only a few hands up, Tom food's being one of them. This proves that he is quite will- ing to help and participate in school subjects anyway. He 13 also obedient and never talks back to the teacher with an unsuitable tone of voice or attitude. After school activities dre for him and he is always alert in the classroom.- 23 - Literary Souvenirs continued There are many different ways in which a student could prove himself to be ideal but I consider the most important one is to show respect. Along with this he should be courteous, obedient and willing to take part in school subjects as well as extra-curricular activities. He should do his homework assignments and keep his notes in order so as to be able to study from them. As a teacher once said, "A student isn’t human if he never does anything wrong but he should know where and when to draw the line”. Betty Anne Chomicki — 201. Scrambled Eggs from 208 The kids from 208 put their heads and also their names together to compose this letter. Can you sort them out? My Darlynn Ma, I'm not yet Cleaver to write one good letter; it's too Tuff for me. But a Chapman told me to go Don to the Doreen the Hubbard and Lenning one Page because we all Sharon this writing book. My pen has Van Luyk so I Sibbet in the ink most carefully, for I do not want to Neils on the floor to clean up. Today I walk down the Rout to one Yamagishi park. It is very nice there. The grass is so Green. There Vernon people I know, but Zeman show other things; one Crowe, one Auck, one Gisela and one cow Smith black and white spots. This could be a Boutestein, maybe. I need more Jack but I feel Richard today for I find Vincent in my pocket. Now I think something is Allan me because I Joyce feel awful. Good luckl T0H0ATE CAYOSKI.- 2k ~ An Ideal Teacher Everyone has his own idea of what a perfect teacher is like. Perhaps you will not agree with me but I think that the ideal teacher should have certain qualities such as the following: First thing I would like in a teacher is the way he treats the students. Do they take interest in the student’s interest 's? Do they try and help the students any way they can? Teachers are human beings just like anybody else so you can expect them to holler at you once in a while. But teachers should be able to understand why students do what they do. Some teachers do not try 'and this causes friction between the students and the teacher. Some teachers seem to make their lessons dull. But I think to get a student interested in the subject they should try to make the lessons as interesting as they can. When I spoke about having the teacher taking an interest in student activities* I meant the clubs the students have. If the teachers can help get a club going they should. The teacher should try to keep in a good mood and be pleasant. This helps the students to be pleasant and this gives a very nice atmosphere to the classroom. The teacher should expect the students to fool around a little* although the student shouldn’t carry it too far. I would like my ideal teacher to be able to take a joke and to laugh with the students once In a while. All in all the students usually get along* but occasionally the students get a grudge against the teacher. In this case the teacher is not at fault if she gets mad. I suppose I just can’t find my ideal teacher. If I do I'll be happy and in the meantime I will have to be content with a good teacher. Dorothy De Boer* 201. A Literary Souvenir ( 3I4-6 B.C.) The quotation from Plato, a great Greek philosopher* Is about 2300 years old but could well be taken to heart by Junior students of 1956. Incidentally, although our world s changing every day, human nature may not have changed as much as we think. ch " Y°u are young, my son, and, as the years go by, time will t ange and even reverse many of your present opinions. Refrain matter"" aw^6 fr°m setting yourself up as judge of the highest Plato (ii27-3li7 B.C.)scholarships - 1955-1956 M Jean Glover Award • (j Highest Home Economics,, Grade 7 0 » • • Lorna Matthews U Teaching Staff 195L-55 Award Fi Li Highest Average, Grade 7 0 • • 0 Vivian Lee n Grade 9 0 • 0 O Richard Pisko □ Students' Union Award !~j Best All Round Student, Grade 7 • • • • Bob Kishimoto n i j Carpenter's Union Award lJ Highest Shop, Grade 8 • • • • Laurie Lazaruk tj W. J. White Award 8 i.i Highest Average, Grade • • • « Frances Gow u Students' Union Award % Best All Round Student, Grade 9 • • • 0 Frances Gow U.i in Southern Stationers Award ! "T Highest Mathematics, Grade 9 • • O 0 Clifford Klause j j Quota Club Award lli; Highest Mark In Typing, Grade 9 • 0 0 0 Helen Poole if j; Ellison Milling Company Award 0 Highest Home Economics, Grade 9 • 0 • 0 Irene Yamamoto y G. C. Paterson Award • 0 0 0 Donalda Pozzi y Highest Points In Track & Field O • 0 0 Art Leitch y c:i George Wilson Award y n Best All Round Student, Grade 9 © • 0 0 Helen Poole I. .1 n Merit Pins - 1953-56 Awarded by the Students' Union to ten students for outstanding contributions to the school In 1955“5^* Brent Seeley - President of Students' Union Walter Flathen - Vice-President of Students' Union Betty Anne Chomicki - Secretary of Students' Union Frances Gow - Treasurer of Students' Union boug Rusk - Valedictorian a°k Doran - Most improved Grade 7 .Kireeff - Most improved Grade 8 a an Willis - Most Improved Grade 9 p an,Hspple - Contributed most to school. snnis Flit ton - Contributed most, to school.Brent Seely Bob Toivanen Allen Willis Lorraine Salamon Harry Scholten Nancy Morita Crystal Parkinson Fred Parkins Lloyd Potter Doug. Rusk Shirley Matthews Laurie Lazaruk Wendy Large Betty Field Nancy Dedels Myrna Brown Betty Ann Chomicki Bryan Coates Marlene Collins Dorothy De Boer Lome Birth Dona Berglund Sharon Belliveau Beverley Anderson Garry Allison27 - A wrestling fan is our Garry* But in the ring he would not tarry. Beverly isn't as quiet as she seems, She leads the cheers for basketball teams. Sharon is a cheerleader, pretty and tall, And for Terry she is taking a fall. Dona is a be-bop fan, In the L.C.I. she will hunt her man. Lome is a nuisance some teachers say, But to most of the kids he's quite okay. Myrna is the monitor of Room 201, At dances and ball games she enjoys the fun. Petite and blond Is Betty Anne, She likes sport and is a record fan. Bryan Coates is five feet eight, In Sea Cadets he is first rate. Marlene Is pretty, blond and pert, And all day long she likes to flirt. Dorothy is the girl with golden curls, Who keeps Mike W. from the other girls. Nancy has a real sense of humor, That she likes a violin player is the rumor. When Betty goes riding she tells her mother, That the boy in front was only her brother. The R.C.A.F. Is Wendy's aim, Some of the pilots she hopes to tame.- 28 - Room 201 biographies continued In Science Laurie does quite well, But watch him go when he hears the bell. Shirley is quiet and calm all day, Except when Laurie passes her way. Nancy Morita is quiet and shy, But to help the school she will always try. Crystal's temper is quick and short, When she gets mad you need a fort. The Army one day will get our Fred, But now he stars in any Phys. Ed. Lloyd does not work or dress with care, But for Art he has a flair. Doug's a pianist, dark and tall, He Is also good at basketball. Lorraine Is an efficient and confident girl But she also gets into the social whirl. Harry's a sport, who skips detention, To join the Navy is his Intention. A talented lad Is our Brent, With him for President, we're quite content Bob Is blue-eyed, blond and slim, ’When on parade he looks quite trim. Alan, In hockey hopes to find fame, But chasing girls is his favorite gameBetty Tuttle Barbara Walker Marilyn Wigg Bill Willetts Mike Witwicki Carol Barnaby Hoy Beddington Garry Brown Shirley Collins Pat Culver Anna Marchi Joanne Legge Annabelle Johnson Glen Howell Blair McNabb Katharine Moodie Eddie Mykytiuk Harold Norlin Nick Ponech Jean Ruman Bob Sanford Gay Sillito Glen Smith- 30 - Carol is quiet and has lots of pep, When around her friend by the name of Hep. Roy Is a fellow who likes g.11 girls, Especially the one with short brown curls. Garry one day will go to sea, When he gets to Prance, he can say Oui, Oui. Shirley likes to fool around, But in school she makes no sound. Pat is the girl with curly hair, Most of the time her feet are bare. Glen Howell has freckles and slick red hair, He puts his books in his locker and leaves them there. A popular girl is Annabelle, She thinks the Capital is really swell. Joanne as a student is one of the best, She is the cheerleader who leads the rest. Anna is a blue-eyed miss, Who says she doesn't like to kiss. Blair Lives down in "Mortgage Heights", With his friends he never fights. At pla;ying bag pipes, Kathy excels, She may have kissed, but she never tells. Eddie's a boy with a very sharp wit, And in a wrestling ring he'll be a hit. Harold keeps his hair cut short, In the Arena he finds his sport. Nick is the one with the great big feet, But he's as nice a boy as you'll ever meet. Jean likes to sing, and dance, and play, But not to work in school all day. Bob in Science is not a star, But in baseball he'll go far. Glen is a blue-nose, he likes herring, He also does his share of swearing.- 31 - Room 202 biographies continued Gay is five foot two, with eyes of blue. Her heart's in Macleod with you know who. Betty in summer likes to swim, When out with boys she likes lights dim. Barbara is pretty and has lots of charm, Her life's ambition is to live on a farm. Marilyn's a neat and pleasant girl, She keep her boy friend in a whirl. Bill is sometimes quite a pest, But to help his friends he'll do his best. Mike has the choice of all the girls, But he has chosen the one with golden curls. Reg is noisy, happy and gay, Especially on a holiday. Gloria's size is not so alarming, But her nature is quite charming. Lois is smart we all agree, A Social Worker whe wants to be. Irene is a talkative blond, But she's quiet when Bill's around. Gordon Burns has crew cut hair, When there's a fight he isn't there. Gordon Cargill Is a short, smart lad, With his pipes he drives us mad. Gordon Close rides the Hardieville Bus, He is the cause of many a fuss. Prances Emery is sx^eet sixteen, Soon dressed as a nun she may be seen. Selby, the hunter, has dark hair, He shoots gophers and pretends they are bear.Reg Arnold Gloria Bains Lois Bodell Irene Bozsvai Gordon Burns Gordon Cargill Gordon Close Nedi Gering Frances Gow Connie Hildebrandt GRADE NINE Bobby Hogg Harry Kazakoff Jacquie Kerr Percy Nyrose Frances Emery Selby Fredrick Fred Leslie Ilona Madacsi Barry Magno Jim Moore Donna Northam Klaus Ton Chorus Lois Styner Sharon Slawson Murray ShailRoom 203 biographies continued Nedi Is studious and very neat. At any sport she is hard to beat. Frankie is good at basketball. And likes all boys who are dark and tall. Bob is very smart in school, He's good in sports, especially pool. Harry likes designing cars, And space ships for a trip to Mars. Jacquie is very clean and neat, Especially when Terry whe is going to meet. Freddie is known by a million freckles, He would like to have a million shekels. Ilona is beautiful and self-possessed, Always smart and neatly dressed. Barry would be tops at school, If they gave tests in cards and pool. Jim came to Lethbridge from the West, Art and girls are what he likes best. Donna is the thoughtful kind, But a truer friend you'll never find. Percy in the Army will soon be found, Hair cut short, and no fooling around. Murray is neat, and clean, and tall, He shines at hockey and also baseball. Sharon tries to please the boys, She'd please the teachers if she made less noise. Lois Styner is a red haired lass, Who makes top marks in our class. Klaus Von Chorus is no midget, He sits in the back and doesn't fidget. 2 0 4 as toValedictory by Doug Rusk Mr. Chairman, Honored Guests, Parents & Fellow Graduates: I feel honored tonight to represent Wilson's 1956 Graduat- Class. I sincerely thank those who have bestowed this honor upon iti© • Le us review our course these last three years. Remember, Grads how proud we were to be going to such a fine school. It meant many things to us - new friendships, dances, a chance for many extra-curricular activities, and "maybe" even no Homework, we were disappointed on the latter. No doubt many within their hearts, felt that here they could make a new start. But as the proverb goes "Familiarity breeds contempt." It was not long before our keen appreciation was dulled and old habits reasserted themselves. At least this is the way it may have looked to an onlooker, but the appreciation pride was still there and still Is. We, as a graduating class, are grateful to all who have helped us during our Junior High School years. Perhaps the most important of these are the teachers who have worked so hard to get us to work. They have not just taught us, but have given liberally of their time in supervision of extra curricular activities. They have also been an example to us. Sometimes the appreciation we felt for these services went unexpressed. We want them to know that their help was appreciated. We are also grateful to the School Board for supplying us with a fine school, books and equipment, and to those long- suffering parents who insist on us rising in the morning, doing our homework and other abnoxious but necessary things, we are grateful. Although we have been annoyed by these unsolicited attentions, it has paid off, hasn'r it? We thank you parents for your love and interest-yea even for insisting wo do our homework. Now graduates let's talk about ourselves. So far we have been obliged to go to school-the law, our parents, and Mr. Kerg- an has seen to that. But from now on the path widens. From now on the choice will be more and more with us. Most of us will continue on through high school and many will then go to various Universities to prepare for their careers along professional lines. Others will choose to quit school and take a job. Which ever path we choose to take, I am sure we will find it takes effort and determination to achieve any kind of success. Life itself is a school. There is no line of work that will not require us to shoulder responsibility and carry our part of the load. Too often we think if we just quit school our problems will be over, but this is not so. Whichever path each of you choose I wish you well. In after years I am sure we will look back^to tonight as a highlight. To some of us it will bring a Reeling of regret for lost opportunities to others a feeling of " aPpiness and achievement. In concluding on behalf of the graduating class and myself, ? those who have made our Junior High School years memor- io, our classmates, our teachers, our parents, and last but 9^ least the institution that unites us all in common purpose- 1ison Junior High School, I say farewell.- 35 - Room 204- biographies continued Maryanne Bergman - is attractive and well liked. Her ambition j-s become a dental nurse. She likes flirting and sports and her favorite saying is "shut up". Josephine Chollack - is well liked and is the "knockout" of 204-”'. She takes part in baton, sports, Plans to be a secretary. Janice Day - is a nice girl who has a "crush" on Elvis Presley. She takes part in such activities as shop, glee club, baseball. Nursing is her ambition. Joan Day - puts the spark in room 204. She’s thinking about becoming a teacher although her future may well be a housewife. Dan Gyulai - likes stock cars and his ambition is to be a mechanical engineer. Lillian Hart - is a tall brunette who is interested in sports such as basketball and softball. Favorite expression is "killjoy" George Hart - is good in his school work. He is very good in sports, eg., hockey, basketball and baseball. Alan Hepple - "Hep", the tall and plump boy of 20I4. is interested in all sports. He would like to be a butcher at the City Slaughter House. Wilhelmina Heyboer - has a pleasant personality and is well liked as room representative of 20lp. She likes school and someday hopes to become a stenographer. Dennis Hurst - likes to play hockey, basketball, baseball, and soccer, and hopes to become a big league goalie. Tony Kireeff - the "professor" of 20ij., likes reading. He wants to be a teacher. David Martin - is one of the quiet boys of 20ip. His ambition is to be a lab. technician. He likes most outdoor sports. Valerie Mogus is quite talkative, especially when D.H. sits behind her. Her hobby is boys. Glenda Moore - has interests out of school such as baton and piano. She is a pleasant girl to work with and likes school. Martha Mueller of 15 plans - this well groomed, shapely, intelligent girl to be a secretary. She never talks or chews gum. Don Meyer -is good in Current Events, but not so bright in other events. He doesn't take part in sports, but reads books of all sorts.- 36 - Room 204 Back row left to right - George Hart, Ray Piraux, Alan Hepple, Howard Norlin, Dennis Hurst, Tony Ki eeff, Danny Gyulai, Don Meyer. Second row left to right - F. Simon, Valerie Mogus, Blanche Zeman, Lillian Hart, Wilhelmina Heyboer, Janice Day, Joan Day, Georgina Stewart, Josephine Chollack, Sharon Pirock, David Martin, Gary Reynold Front row left to right - Martha Mueller, Marlene Wester, Donna Richards, Wilhelmina Reedyk, Maryanne Bergman, Harvey Nyrose, Ken Soderstrom, Tom Ascroft, Kaz Sawada. Absent - Glenda Moore Room 205 Back row left to right - Dan Bodell. Wayne Clark, Siegfried Matzigkeit, Jim Hogg, Larry Orich, Bill Eng, Wayne Dolittle, Blake Jarvis. Third row left to right - C. E. Daw, Barry Willis, Evelyn De Vos, Marilyn Roelofs, Barbara Hill, Lucy Fettinger, Jeanette Tarnawski, Marie Groves, Jack Horn. Second row left to right - Claudia McNeely, Barbara Dawson, Marjorie Houghton, Linda Bramwell, Lesley Fredrick, Martina Glockner, Henrietta Voort, Lorna Matthews, Carrol Daw. Front row left to right - LeRoy Kirchner, Bob Falconer, Wayne Kinnell, Bob Ikle. Absent - Dianne Helwig38 Howard Norlin - likes sports, especially hockey. One of these days he hopes to be an oil worker. Loves his work in school. Harvey Nyrose - likes all sports and wants to be a hockey star. he is popular with the girls and is always full of fun. Ray Piraux - who has muscles like Superman, and long red wavy hair, likes to play basketball, Hopes to work in aviation. Sharon Pirock - is a very pleasant and smart young lady. Her ambition is to become a nurse. Wilhelmina Reedyk - her biggest ambition is to be a school teacher of grade 8. Her favorite sports are swimming, skating, basketball and baseball. Gary Reynolds - is tall and pleasant. Likes shooting, fishing, and basketball. He was on the All-Star team. Donna Richards - is a quiet, hard-working girl. She likes to skate and swim. Ambition - stenographer in an oil company. Kaz Sawada - is the kind of person that likes to go with girls. He likes fishing, hunting, and baseball. Kenny Soderstrom - is small with lots of brains. For a little guy He has a big ambition - to be a football star for the Edmonton Eskimos. Georgina Stewart - is a quiet, pleasant girl. She likes most sports but has no special hobbies. Marlene Wester - is our Home Ec. artist (ha). Her favorite pastime is reading, and this she does best of all. Blanche Zeman - is the brains of 204 though she "hates" reading books. Her ambition is to be a lab. technician. Room 204 biographies continued Dan Bodell - one of the characters of 205* He is our noisy Grade 8 representative, hopes to become a soldier in the army. Linda Bramwell - is always neat and trim. She enjoys skating as well as a few good jokes. Chums with Claudia. Wayne Clark - a newcomer, has fitted in well at Wilson. He enjoys sports and art. An artist he would like to be. Carrol Daw - collects pictures of Audie Murphy as her current hobby. Would make a. cute blond nurse. Likes school, softball.- 3 9 - Barbara Dawson - came to Wilson late in the year and we're all very pleased she's in 205* Evelyn De Vos - tall and stately, hopes to become a secretary. She is our’ assistant monitor and Math specialist, Wayne Dolittle - gets high marks in science and should have a future' In this field. His favorite sport is 'swimming. Bill Eng - new to Wilson this year, is a whiz at both Math and basketball. 'We are glad to have him with us. Bob Falconer - alias "Jackie Parker" is a helpful, happy student who gets along well with teachers and students. Lucille Fettinger - quiet and a good student, interested in skating, basketball, knitting, Melvin, and talking on phone, Lesley Fredrick - "Les" is a good basketball player. She hopes to become a telephone operator. We wish her luck. Martina Glockner - "Mert" is our giggle girl. If she doesn't get married"young she just might become a teacher. Marie Groves - "Ducky". Would like to become a stewardess but, right now, her interests are skating, school and Joe. Dianne Helwig - "Muscles" is small, energetic, a very neat worker and a wonderful cook. Plans teaching school. Barbara Hill - quiet, pleasant and hard working. Barbara likes school and sports. Jim Hogg - a very quiet but cheerful person. His ambition is to lose a few freckles and to become a lawyer. Jack Horn - likes to clown. He has just a little trouble in Ice oping quiet long enough to hear what the teacher is saying. Marjorie Houghton - "Rusty's" ambition is to be a secretary. She is noted for receiving high marks. Will go places. Bob Ikle - "Spike", is the brain of 205 and collects top marks but doesn't neglect sports and social affairs. Blake Jarvis - "Gannon Ball" is noted for the crew cut and smi 1 e T He Is a born f i sherman. Wayne Kinnell ~ 205's candy chewing day dreamer, enjoys flying kites on windy days. LeRoy Kirchner - an active lad with that impish manner and smile whichthe girls just can't resist. Lorna Matthews - this tall, friendly girl is vice-president of the Girls' Club. Room 205 biographies continued Room 205 biographies contiriued Siegfried Matzigkeit - is a pleasant, quiet and hard working member of the class. We are proud of this New Canadian. Claudia McNeely - a small girl with a big smile and sunny disposition. Plans to be a nurse. Larry Orich - a strong silent man, always in there trying. Pleasant and helpful to have around. Marilyn Roelofs - a very pleasant, hard working and dependable member of our class. Jeanette Tarnawski - is popular with the girls and boys. She works hard in school and always has a smile. Henrietta Voort - blond "Henny” would like to become a secretary and works hard accordingly. We wish her luck. Barry Willis - last but not least, is another of our strong, quiet men. Always cheerful and popular with all. Jennifer's nice and cute as well, She's full of pep and a real pal. Laurence is a cheerful lad, He's not so sharp, but he's not so bad. Paul's in good with the teaching staff, For he's always so good (boy, that's a laugh). Joanie Cook is very good lookin', With she and the boys there's somethin' cookin'. Joyce has brains and blond hair as well, What she'll pop up with next we never can tell. Joyce Deak, our monitor, Is very pleasant and one we adore. Dennis is the Humphrey Bogart of 206, Expert at pantomines and occasional kicks. Neil keeps in the given bound, He's quiet but he gets around. Who is the girl in 206 who drives the teachers mad? Pat is the girl, of course; we've got her and we're glad-- 111 - Room 206 biographies continued Connie gets teased; the boys drive her mad, And when she gets angry, boy, are they glad. In 206 an angel sings, It's Darrel and he's got black wings. Donna Hacker works real hard, Her personality is brightly starred. Albert is a blond haired boy, And, when he smiles, yell "Joke okay". Lloyd camo to us from Saskatchewan, He loves the school and gets along. Adolf's nice, be not unfair, And, boy, that shiny, wavy hair. Lauraine's the girl who Is teased a big bit, When she winks at the boys she makes a hit, Bob's the little kid, he's got a lot of style, He does things well, but, best of all, he does them with that smile Elaine's so gay and always so fair, She's noted for that long white hair. Viv Is the brains of 206, Math., Social and Science she can easily fix. Sharon's a gal and a pal and a sport, She'll never disturb, destroy or distort. That hopping redhead, a real boomer, Diane's got a good sense of humor. Cecil is so clean and neat, A boy like him Is hard to beat. Prom McNally came Brenda Neville, She says our school is on the level. Marion is from out of town, She's quiet and she never clowns. Billy Taylor is so nice, He given us smiles and good advice. Tommy is our blond joke pot, Clowns in school and seldom is caught. Kathy's the shorty of 206, If a' sane teacher is left, that Kathy will fix- 42 - Room 206 Back row left to right - Paul Ciesla, Fred Zasadny, Albert Hildebrandt, Dick Yamamoto, Laurence Carlson, Dennis Flitton, Cecil Murakami, Neil Fraser, Adolf Janke. Third row left to right - W. Schmidt, Tom Todd, Joyce Deak, Donna Hacker, Brenda Neville, Connie Gepneris, Pat Galloway, Sharon Magno, Lauraine Jones. Second row left to right - Vivian Lee, Marion Okutake, Kathy Walker, Jennifer Butler, Joan Cook, Elaine Laing, Joyce Coole, Diane Mercer. Front row left to right - Lloyd Huckaby, Billy Taylor, Bob Kishimoto, Gunther Wirzba, Darrel Gross. Back row left to right - Peter Berry, Gabriel Bagu, Tom Wheeler, Garry Bartlett, Carmen Going, Margaret Sanders, Pat Davis, Melanie Stanko, Trudy Sillito, Cordell Oliver. Second row left to right - C. Connors, Paula Louwerse, Monika Matzigkeit, Alice Van de Beek, Shirley Boyd, Nita Saliken, Pat Towle, Marjorie Gettman, Beverly Tarnava, Anne Dietzen, David Richards. Front row left to right - Grant Norlin, Dan Rout, John Bagu, Stan Rodier, Richard Dietzen, Ross Hannan, Walter Flathen, Doug Sandberg. Room 207Room 206 biographies continued Gunther is another kid with brains, Whatever you ask ho easily explains. Dick is Freddie's pal, so he explains, And, like Freddie, he has some brains. Freddie's our joking and happy crackpot, Ho can talk his way out when he’s on the spot. Gabriel Bagu - tall, quiet and hard working. Gabriel enjoys Shop and is a Soa Cadet. John Bagu - Gabriel's big brother, another quiet, hard working and friendly member of the family. Garry Bartlett - is a very fine lad, always in trouble and always bad "( 'ff. Popular student, with a ready grin. Peter Berry - has a hand in most of the room activities. Holds his own in school work but likes to hear that I4. o'clock bell. Shirley Boyd - a noisy (?) girl with a happy disposition, Shirley likes sports and typing. Pat Davis - excels in Dramatics and Art. Pat keeps the class in a whirl. Ann Dietzen - small, dark-eyed brunette, who likes talking and always does her homework. Richard Dietzen - quiet, hard working, Richard is very popular with his classmates. Ho has a paper route and likes sports. Walter Flathen - popular Walter was elected Vice-President of the Students' Union. Makes a lot of noise for his size. Marjorie Gettman - Miss Wilson for 1956, is an oustanding basketball player, baton twirlcr, pianist and tap dancer. Carmen Going - gets along fine with his interest in science and in sport s . Ross Hannan -always cheerful and seldom out of trouble, holds ETs own in'lschool very well. Paula Louwerse - brunette Hew Canadian from Holland has made a place for herself in Wilson and Room 207. Likes to sing.- k5 - Room 207 biographies continued Monika Matzigkeit - a New Canadian who gets very good marks In her work. Monika is quiet and pleasant. Grant Norlin - small, compact 'and freckled, Grant holds his own well in both school work and sports. Plays with the Junior Band. Cordell Oliver - likes science and swimming. Has the build of a rugby player. David Richards - is an alert boy who gets very good marks in school and also shines in sports. Lots of freckles. Stanley Rodier - another alert lad and good student who never fails to let teachers and classmates know that he is around. Dan Rout - small and dark. Dan is an A-l student, also interested in sports. Doug Sandberg - short and sturdy, Doug gets
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