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The time element in the elementary schools of the Union makes it difficult to do much more than work with crayon. However, almost all of the teachers of the grades provide projects and related work for their children correlating with their social studies, etc. In this, the children do a large part of the work.
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This year, the High School art class (combining those interested in grades 9 through 12) is an actively interested group, and is a pleasure to work with. The number of pupils choosing art is increasing each year.
The most important phase of the art activities in every grade and age group is the child's growth, and a knowledge of the fact that his own worthwhile efforts are appreciated. The student's results are not measured by a pre-set scale-rather he is allowed to progress at his own rate and is judged by his ability, interest and effort.
A comparison of the work of the children of Harwich with other schools in the Union and on the Cape, may be seen each year in June at the exhibit of art work of schools sponsored and held in the gallery of the Cape Cod Art Association in Hyannis.
Respectfully submitted,
C. AILEEN O'TOOLE.
REPORT OF THE SUPERVISOR OF INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC HARWICH
The study of instrumental music in Harwich begins in the first and second grades. All possible rhythmical combinations are written on the blackboard. The pupils first clap these rhythms with their hands and later play and ring them using the various rhythm instruments.
The study of the Symphonet is taken in the third grade. The pupils receive instruction in note reading and play- ing which is extremely beneficial for further instrumental study.
In an effort to satisfy the needs of a greater majority of pupils, the Harmonica Band has been introduced into the fourth grade. The pupils read notes, and their Band is an organization to be proud of, as a real team and musi- cal organization.
Also beginning in the fourth grade, the children are allowed to choose an instrument to study, and in most cases, receive class instruction.
The pupils studying in the Elementary School are as follows :
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(8) Violins
(3) Clarinets
(2) Flutes
(4) Trumpets
(1) Saxaphone
(1) Trombone
The High School Orchestra is in actuality an Elemen- tary School Orchestra. It consists of 18 members, 15 of whom began studying their respective instruments last year and have made rapid progress. It would, however, be unfair to expect these pupils to play the type of music expected from a High School Orchestra until they have' gained a few years' experience.
I would like to thank Mr. Morris, Mrs. Nickerson, and all the pupils for their splendid cooperation.
Respectfully submitted, RALPH I. SAUNDERS.
REPORT OF THE SUPERVISOR OF VOCAL MUSIC Webster Whitney Tileston
Town of Harwich :
Boys and girls in the schools of Harwich really enjoy their music ! It is evidenced more and more as each week goes by and the musical achievements and accomplish- ments mount up through the mastery of the various songs with their tone, time and theory problems and the finished product enthusiastically presented on my weekly visit to each class.
I realize-as most of the parents and school board members do-that a great part of this is due to the earn- est, devoted, and inspirational zeal of the class room teacher, and I am deeply grateful that we have such an efficient corps.
The outstanding result of last school year's work in music was unquestionably the spring concert in which every grade performed from the two first grades right through and including the High School Girls' Glee Club and the Mixed Chorus. In this, the development of the child's singing voice and the furthering of his musical
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knowledge and attainment was delightfully exhibited through the presentation of the rote songs of Grades one and two; note reading songs of Grades three and four; two part work of Grades five and six; three part work of Grades six, seven, and eight, and the lovely harmonies of the Girls' Glee Club-climaxed at the end by the High School.
There is no doubt that in America now-more than ever -there is an exceedingly widespread interest in music. Musical organizations, ranging all the way from preten- tious and costly Symphony Orchestras, Opera Companies, and Choral Societies to our own small town Bands, Glee Clubs, and Church Choirs, flourish everywhere.
Conservatories and Schools of Music are filled to over- flowing, and independent music teachers find little diffi- culty in attracting all the pupils they can handle. Our public schools are not only introducing music into their programs of studies, but are busily enlarging their curri- cular offerings in the field.
This can mean only one thing. It means that we are coming to see that musical culture can play a great part and possess a great value in human living; that musical education, whether given formally by teachers, or infor- mally by concert courses, by participation in musical or- ganizations, and so on, is exceedingly desirable. Such a strong popular demand imposes a great obligation, and constitutes a great opportunity for musical leadership. I sincerely hope a good many of our boys and girls will follow through with their love of music to this field of endeavor.
Respectfully submitted, WEBSTER WHITNEY TILESTON.
REPORTS OF SCHOOL PHYSICIANS Arthur J. D'Elia, M.D.
All children in grades seven through twelve were ex- amined and found to be, with few exceptions, in good physical condition. The only defects seemed to be minor ones which could be easily corrected-carious teeth, en- larged tonsils and defective posture.
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Both girls' and boys' basketball squads were given extra examinations and both were found to be in good physical condition as a group.
Norris G. Orchard, M.D. Harwichport, Mass.
A different procedure in the physical examination of pupils in the Harwich Elementary School was instituted at the beginning of the school year. With the approval of the School Committee and hearty co-operation of Mr. Her- bert H. Hoyt, Supt., and Mrs. Clarence Nickerson, Prin- cipal, each pupil is being given a complete examination, and because of its completeness one of the' parents is required to be present.
Examinations are made by appointment arranged by Miss Adelyn Peabody, R.N., our school nurse, who also is present at the examination and who by her wide know- ledge of the family history contributes largely to the ex- aminer's effort. Not many children can be examined in one . day because of the time consumed.
Too few children have been examined as this report is written to permit statistical study or detailed analysis of our findings, but it is possible to record impressions.
Malnutrition as such is not common. Not a few defects, some important, have been discovered and, in every in- stance, something of which the parent was ignorant. Happily many of them can be overcome. The most fre- quently encountered disease is rachitis, or rickets as it is generally known. The pity of it is that this disease need not exist. Adequate administration of a reliable prepara- tion of Cod Liver Oil. will prevent its development, and, better still, will cure it.
Parental interest is most gratifying and may well be illustrated by the fact that several parents have paid for transportation to be present at the examination.
REPORT OF THE SCHOOL NURSE FOR 1950
Physical and Dental Examinations made as usual-as well as Eye Tests and Ear Tests. Corrections made as needed.
Children seen for minor accidents and illnesses, 206.
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35 children taken home. 5 children sent to Camp Farley. Inspections of Heads-re-checks.
Chadwick Clinic-conducted by the Traveling Unit from Pocasset. Forty children, teachers, lunchroom workers, X-rayed.
Crippled Children Clinic. Two for minor corrections. One Clinic for Eyes.
Three classes at High School in Bed Making and in Bathing the Baby.
Christmas Dinner given at the Old Chase House. Names of children provided by the Nurse. Clothes and shoes sup- plied by Nurse and Town. Free lunches provided by the Harwich Visiting Nurse Association, as well as Cod Liver Oil for pre-school and school children.
Fluorine Treatment was given to children-with signed permission-by Mrs. Alice Dalzel of the State Dept. Re- sults cannot be determined at present.
The Dental Clinic conducted by Dr. McIntosh seems to be really popular, and it is gratifying to have children walk in without appointment and ask to have their teeth filled or pulled. Starting the New Year, Dr. McIntosh will be able to come every week so that he may accomplish more. Nine or ten children are seen each Clinic Day, but have to return many times.
It is important to preserve the first teeth in good con- dition until it is time for them to make way for the per- manent ones. The baby molars must do the chewing until the permanent successors arrive. Another responsibility for baby teeth is to guide the permanent teeth into their proper places.
It is well to have the children visit a Dentist before entering school so that fear of Dentist may be prevented, the child taken to him before painful work needs to be done, and he enabled to detect the first signs of crooked teeth and cavities.
ADELYN J. PEABODY, R.N.
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SCHOOL CENSUS October 1, 1950
Boys
Girls
Five years or over and under seven
41
49
Seven years or over and under sixteen
200
202
241
251
Distribution of the Above Minors
In public day school membership:
Five years or over and under seven
54
Seven years or over and under sixteen
394
In private school membership:
Five years or over and under seven
17
Seven years or over and under sixteen
5
In State and County institutions and special schools for defectives and delinquents :
Five years or over and under seven
2
Seven years or over and under sixteen
3
Not enrolled in any day school :
Five years or over and under seven
17
Seven years or over and under sixteen
0
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SCHOOL MEMBERSHIP BY GRADES October 1, 1950
Grade
Boys
Girls
Total
1
19
32
51
2
28
30
58
3
29
28
57
4
22
21
43
5
26
22
48
6
20
27
47
7
19
24
43
8
25
18
43
9
15
15
30
10
19
11
30
11
13
20
33
12
11
13
24
203
507
304
TABULAR STATEMENT OF MEMBERSHIP By Grades as of October 1940-1950
Grade
1940
1941
1942
1943
1944 1945
1946
1947
1948
1949 .1950
1
40
36
37
32
45
48
47
50
61
59
51
2
50
35
26
32
31
38
38
43
35
58
58
3
41
47
29
31
32
36
43
41
38
40
57
4
49
41
43
27
26
34
36
42
42
41
43
5
39
45
35
36 -
27
26
38
32
43
45
48
6
35
34
43
32
31
38
30
3.9
39
41
47
Ungraded
7
11
9
4
13
7
35
34
. . 28
36
34
34
39.
38
48
47
43
8
50
28
28
23
33
40
32
40
27
29
43
9
39
45
25
25
19
29
38
31
33
32
30
10
28
27
32
18
24
13
21
20
29
33
30
11
34
23
26
22
14
19
12
22
27
25
33
12
34
32
, 17
18
20
12
11
11
24
29
24
P.G.
2
483
438
378
336
349
367
385
409
462
480
507
7-12
222
189
157
142
144
147
153
162
188
196
203
1- 6
261
249
221
194
205
220
232
247
274
284
304
.
-
-
1
-
16
167
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BROOKS MEDAL RECIPIENTS 1950
High School :
Elaine J. Hopkins-Grade 12
Junior High School :
Kristin Hammond-Grade 8
Elementary School :
Lucille H. Fleury-Grade 6
SCHOOL CALENDAR 1950-51
September 6, 1950 to December 22, 1950
January 2, 1951 to February 16, 1951
February 26, 1951 to April 13, 1951 April 23, 1951 to June 15, 1951 School Holidays
October 12, 1950-Thursday, Columbus Day
November 10, 1950-Friday, Barnstable County Teachers Association
November 30 and December 1, 1950-Thursday and Fri- day, Thanksgiving Recess
December 22, 1950 to January 2, 1951-Christmas and New Year holidays
*February 16, 1951 to February 26, 1951-Mid-winter va- cation
¡April 13, 1951 to April 23, 1951-Spring vacation May 30, 1951-Wednesday, Memorial Day
*February 22, 1951-During mid-winter vacation
¡April 19, 1951-During spring vacation Graduation-Friday evening, June 8, 1951 Schools open for the year 1951-52 on Wednesday, Sep- tember 5, 1951.
A meeting of all teachers and supervisors will be held at the Orleans High School at 9:30 A.M., on Tuesday, Sep- tember 4, 1951.
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GRADUATION EXERCISES Friday-June 9, 1950 CLASS ROLL College Curriculum
Sylvia Joy Bearse
Shirley Ann Bevans
Agnes Jennie Cahoon
Margaret Cecelia Platts
Charles DeWager Goss
Charles Philip Smith
Jane Elizabeth Webb
Deborah Knox
Commercial Curriculum Charles Patrick Henry Bascom
Elizabeth Susan Kinsley Elizabeth Rose
Mary Ann Pena Frances Elaine Witherell
General Curriculum
David Allen Bassett John Norwell McCormick
Florence Mae Chase
Virginia Mae Monteiro
Joyce Edna Coulson
Richard William Pyy
Douglas Francis Gray William Joseph Ramos
Frank Richard Lopes
John Bradford Roderick
TEACHERS WHO HAVE LEFT HARWICH SCHOOL SERVICE DURING 1950
Dates of Service
9-8-1948-6-30-1950
Length of Service in Harwich 2 years
Mary C. Kelley
Elaine Joan Hopkins
Hillary Martin LeClaire, Jr.
Marlene Elizabeth Miller
CORPS OF TEACHERS, DECEMBER 1950
Name
Paul A. Morris
Position High Principal High Assistant High Assistant
Preparation University of Maine Tufts College Springfield College
9-7-1949
1
·Milton
Scott A. Ellis
High Assistant
10-1-1942
8
Harwich
William W. Fish, Jr.
Hyannis S.T.C.
9-8-1947
3
Sandwich
Elizabeth A. Cashman
High Assistant High Assistant High Assistant High Assistant
Mt. St. Mary College
9-6-1950
0
Newburyport
Hillary M. LeClaire
Monson Academy
1-2-1919
35
Harwichport
Ada M. Lovering
High Assistant
Framingham
1927
32
Harwichport
Millicent C. Jarvis
High Assistant
Framingham
9-7-1949
1
Bourne
Anders R. Nelson
High Assistant
Fitchburg
9-1935
*15
Centerville
Patricia M. Rood
High Assistant
Boston University
9-8-1947
3
Hyannis
Ethalene B. Nickerson
Elem. Principal
Johnson, Vt.
1922
42
South Dennis
Hilda P. Adams
Elem. Assistant
Hyannis Normal
9-7-1949
11
Harwichport
Marion A. Burnham
Elem. Assistant
Westfield Normal
9-8-1948
40
Harwichport
Cora D. Chase
Elem. Assistant
Hyannis Normal
1923
27
Harwichport
Gladys R. Crosby
Elem. Assistant
Oberlin College
9-4-1944
18
Harwich
Helen Perisho
Elem. Assistant
Penn College
9-6-1950
91/2 Harwich
Helen R. Drake
Elem. Assistant
Bridgewater-Columbia
9-10-1946
21
Harwich
Ellen K. Gott
Elem. Assistant
Hyannis, S.T.C.
9-7-1949
19,
Harriett C. Hall
Elem. Assistant
Fitchburg S.T.C. .
9-7-1949
4
Harwich
Elizabeth S. Miller
Elem. Assistant
Buffalo Tchrs. College
4-1-1948
81/2
Harwich
Ethel M. Myshrall
Elem. Assistant
Portland Training
1925
47
Harwich
Ruth M. Nickerson
Elem. Assistant
Hyannis Normal
9-10-1945
19
South Harwich
Alberta T. Wicks
Elem. Assistant
Union Hill, N. J.
10-1-1947
61/4
Harwichport
David D. Lynch
Guidance Director
Boston Univ.
9-8-1947
9 Orleans
C. Aileen O'Toole
Art
Pratt Institute
9-8-1948
3
Orleans
Ralph I. Saunders
Inst. Music
N.E. Conserv. of Music Vocal Music N.E. Conserv. of Music
9-7-1949
2
Eastham
Webster W. Tileston
1-2-1946
18
Chatham
*Includes three years and three months in Military Service.
Service in Harwich Began
Experience prior to 9-1-'50 28
Home Address
9-1928
Elizabeth L. Adamson
9-7-1949
1
Harwichport Lebanon, N. H.
David W. Bailey
Estelle Kimball
Radcliffe
9-8-1948
28
Harwich
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Granted leave of absence from September, 1950, through June, 1951
2 mo. West Harwich
172
INDEX
Accountant's Report 31-54
Assessors' Report
8-10
Auditor's Report State
57-59
Board of Health
97-100
Building Inspector
75-76
Caleb Chase Fund
76-77
Cemetery Commissioners
77
Finance Committee
30
Fire Department and Forest Warden
92-96
Herring Committee
85
Highway Surveyor
89-92
Inspector of Plumbing
80-81
Inspector of Wires
81
Life Guard
71-72
List of Jurors
75
Park Commissioners
96-97
Planning Board
78-79
Playground and Recreation Commission
82-85
Police Department
69-70
Moth Superintendent & Tree Warden
74
School Committee and Superintendent
136-170
Sealer of Weights and Measures
70-71
Selectmen's Report
7
Shellfish Warden
79-80
Tax Collector
55-56
Town Clerk's Report
105
Annual Town Meeting 1950
106
Special Town Meeting
125
Births
126-129
Deaths
133-135
Marriages
130-132
Town Meeting Warrant for 1951
11-29
Town Officers
36
Treasurer's Report
100-104
Trustees of Brooks Free Library
87-89
Veterans' Services 73
Water Commissioners Report 60 ... 68
Welfare Department 86
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