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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1948
Page
7
Regular high school teachers met on February 3 to discuss a citizenship code for the profession. Miss Ver Heul led the discussion on ethics from the NEA and ISEA. Articles urged teachers to be just and courteous to pupils and to encourage others to enter the field, with truthfulness in testimonials.
The piece argues against leaving school for immediate pay or joining the military before completing education. It warns that impulsive changes during adolescence shape personality and future opportunities, urging prudent long term planning over quick escape from school. It cautions girls especially about early military or work commitments and emphasizes the value of finishing high school.
Student teachers from the college are observing at P H S across 16 high school assignments and 10 in the grades. The list includes Annabelle Ar ink, Betty Brands, Harold Beyers, Phyllis Godown, Fred Heerema, Hy Gerald, Joy Main, Maurice Mineart, Dick Mebelly, Anna Jean Moet, Jack Sims, John Vanden Bers, Howard Van Pearsem, and Earle Leslie among others.
The text urges individuals who quit unfinished tasks to value self discipline as a prized trait. It argues the second life phase is economic and that while jobs are not impossible, vacancies grow scarce and employers favor high school and college graduates. Many plan to return after military service, but may lack chances, so today should be used to finish high school training.
General Colley’s Richard Tysseling spoke to the student body on Monday morning February 2, tying life to a race from Hebrews 12 1. He outlined four points: the audience of overcome evil as ideals and Christ, removing impediments physical and mental, life as a marathon requiring steady effort, and Jesus as the faith’s author as the goal. He urged focus on Christ and finished with prayer citing Hebrews 12 1.
Milo girls defeated Pella in a sectional first round 28 to 16. Milo led 16 to 3 at halftime and 18 to 7 after the third. Swank led Pella with three free throws. Milo’s Mosher and Clarke scored with balanced contributions as Milo sealed the win.
Two members Sylvia Goemaat and Helen Van' Zee were welcomed into the Commercial club at the February 4 monthly meeting in the homemaking room. Shirley Vander Wert presented a stunt night report. The group discussed possibly taking a trip and filled out questionnaires. Tach was served by Sally Vriezelaar, Irene Bloodsworth, and Norma Van Dyke.
Three Pella High School seniors Artie Ruth Van Wyk, Mary Jane Menninga, and Jim Van Viiet ranked high in the year’s Pepsi-Cola tests. Open to the top five percent in scholarship, the trio competed with 1016 Iowa students. Jim Van Viiet placed ninth, with other results not specified.
The report notes that only ten percent of the students ranked higher in the highest decile, with the phrase highlighting the inclusion or role of girls in the observed data set.
The article notes a ranking in the seventh highest decimal with remarks that these scores are something to be proud of.
An important K T T society meeting decided to order 200 f an forward government from United World Federalist. Each member will receive about ten cards to obtain signatures in support of world government. The signatures will be sent as persuasive information to Iowa congressmen to influence Senator Taylor's resolution before Congress. Committees were appointed to plan the poll and sponsor by ks March 1. Further announcements on the all high school program will follow.
Price cut announced for Stunl light tickets due to students scarce funds. Event runs at 4H tonight in the high school auditorium. Tickets on sale in the east hall and at the door tonight.
Last Thursday afternoon students enjoyed group singing during the music assembly. Selections included In the Still of the Night Night and Day Over the Rainbow and Night and Day was performed by Girls Glee club and Girls trio. Miss Tusseling led the group with Peggy Leu as accompanist.
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