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A Proposed Program Of Accounting For Extracurricular Activity Funds In Kentucky Schools, Samuel Alexander

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

Statement of the Problem - The problem of accounting for the funds raised by the various extracurricular activities of a school has been stated by many students of the problem. These writers have dealt principally with the problem of prudent management and control of these funds. The principle of prudence cannot be overlooked in any study of these funds, but closely associated with the principle of prudence are the principles of adaptability and flexibility. The accounting system used should be flexible enough to meet the needs of the student body at any one time and should be of such nature …

A Comparative Study Of Barren County Schools 1938-1950, David Montgomery

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

This study shows that the school census is dropping rapidly in rural areas. It must be remembered that with the introduction of more labor saving farm machinery and the consolidation of small farms that the end is not in sight.

A greater percentage of children are enrolled in our schools. The percentage of attendance is higher and will continue to slowly improve. As consolidation of small schools progresses, school plants and physical equipment will improve.

Over one-half of the children in average daily attendance are transported. Percentage of enrollment and percentage of attendance are much better in the transported group. …

A Study Of The Eighth Grade Graduates & High School Attendance Of The Larue County Schools, Willis Borden

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

The tabulated data used in this study were selected from the files of the superintendent of LaRue County schools.

The teacher's register of attendance for Kentucky schools from 1947 to 1951 were used to determine the eighth grade graduates of that period. Other data were furnished by the high school principals concerning the failures, promotions, and eliminations in their schools.

The purpose of this thesis is to ascertain the reasons for eighth grade graduates not entering high school and the number of years the eighth grade graduates who entered high school remained in membership. The years considered are 1947 to …

The History Of Education In De Baca County, New Mexico, Thomas A. Bridges

Teacher Education, Educational Leadership & Policy ETDs

The purpose of this study is to trace and record the history of education in what is now De Baca County, New Mexico. In so doing, the concern will be primarily with (1) finances, (2) physical plants, (3) census and enrollment figures, and (4) outstanding personalities who have left their stamp upon the education development of the area and the state.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 28, No. 15-Z245, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

• Birds I View
• Looking Backward
• Hilltopics
• Mind Your Manners
• Kentucky Building News
• Alumni News
• Book Marks
• Society Page
• Faculty Notes
• Training School Notes
• Club News

Articles in this issue:

• Western to Open Its 46^th Year
• Edwin Mims to Address Grads on July 30
• Contractors Prediction is Completion in October – Garrett Hall
• Foreign Students to Visit Western
• Western to Observe Holiday Next Friday & Saturday – Fourth of July
• Carlos Oakley Elected President of Alumni Association
• Annual Rural Life Meet July 18-19
• State Department to …

A Study Of In-School Work Activity Programs In New Mexico Secondary Schools, Henry Charles Dennis

Teacher Education, Educational Leadership & Policy ETDs

It is the purpose of this study to: (1) examine the methods used by schools, if any, to assist their pupils to gain useful work experiences during their high school attendance years; (2) ascertain the degree of participation of pupils in programs of in-school work experiences; (3) describe the nature of provisions being made within these schools for in-school work activities at present; and (4) record the opinions of superintendents of school systems (county, independent and state). Regarding the educational values of such programs the latter are included for purposes of comparison of the state of New Mexico with other …

Readability Of Science Textbooks, Robert H. Dunk

Teacher Education, Educational Leadership & Policy ETDs

It is the purpose of the problem of this study to (1) measure the readability of science textbooks authorized for use in the public high schools of New Mexico; (2) learn the frequency of the use of each of the texts studied; (3) determine whether a relationship exists between readability and frequency of use; and (4) evaluate the information obtained as a guide to public school administrators in their selection of science textbooks.

Ua12/2/2 1952 Talisman, None

WKU Administration Documents

1952 Talisman yearbook.

• Foreword
• In Memoriam – Bess (Swartz) Cherry, N.O. Taff
• Dedication – Former Talisman editors: T.O. Hall, Homer Neisz, J.T. Skinner, Josephine Chanler
• Administration / President / Faculty / Staff
• Dedication – Former Talisman editors: Roy Owsley, Raymond Hornback, F.L. Turner, Raymond Peterson
• Seniors
• Dedication – Former Talisman editors: Sheppard Walker, Frances Richards, Wiley Chapman, Harold Welborn
• Graduate Students
• Dedication – Former Talisman editors: Rene (Angle) Thomas, Gene (McChesney) Birkhead, Virginia (Singleton) Lanier, J.C. Cantrell
• Juniors
• Dedication – Former Talisman editors: Ralph Guffey, Mary (Ford) Cannon, Hazel (Sublett) Jennison, Eva (Clark) Chambers
• Sophomores
• Dedication – Former Talisman editors/sponsors: …

1952-1954 Marshall College Bulletin, Marshall University

Marshall University Catalogs 1950-1959

Catalog of Marshall College in Huntington, W.Va, for the 1952-1954 academic year.

An Analysis And Comparison Of Current Events Papers On The Junior High School Level, Marshall E. Farris Jr.

Teacher Education, Educational Leadership & Policy ETDs

The purpose of this study was to analyze current event publications designed for junior high school use. This purpose involved: (1) A comparison of the type and quality of news reporting, features, teacher and student aids, and aspects of the actual format of the papers; and (2) evaluation of these publications in such manner as to ascertain which would best achieve the common and desirable objectives of teachers of junior high school studies.

A Study Of The Methods And Conditions Of Mathematics Teaching In New Mexico High Schools, Betty Ruth Moseley

Teacher Education, Educational Leadership & Policy ETDs

Statement of the problem. It was the purpose of this study (1) to investigate and present an analysis of the conditions and methods of mathematics teaching in New Mexico high schools as revealed through a questionnaire study; (2) to obtain an objective measure of the functional competence of New Mexico students in mathematics by administering the Davis Test of Functional Competence in Mathematics to a representative number of high school seniors in the state and comparing their levels of achievement with national norms; (3) to evaluate the present conditions and analyze the effectiveness of the present methods in teaching the …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 28, No. 14-Z245, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

• Birds I View
• Looking Backward
• Hilltopics
• Mind Your Manners
• Kentucky Building News
• Alumni News
• Book Marks
• Society Page
• Faculty Notes
• Training School Notes
• Club News

Articles in this issue:

• Commencement to be May 29
• Seniors Have Full Schedule in Coming Week
• Open Shop Scheduled for Wednesday & Thursday
• Toppers Split with Eastern Kentucky University – Baseball
• Exhibition Being Held in Art Gallery
• Awards Presented in Chapel Today
• Summer School – editorial
• After Now – editorial
• Summer Chapel Programs to Feature Outstanding People
• Paul Terrell Selected to …

A Comparative Study Of The Achievement And Social Maturity Of First Grade Pupils With And Without Kindergarten Experience., Esther Sell

Teacher Education, Educational Leadership & Policy ETDs

The purpose of this investigation is to make a comparative study of certain growth factors manifested by first grade children with and without kindergarten experience, with an analysis of certain variable factors of the children’s environment which may explain discovered differences.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 28, No. 13-Z245, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

• Birds I View
• Looking Backward
• Hilltopics
• Mind Your Manners
• Kentucky Building News
• Alumni News
• Book Marks
• Society Page
• Faculty Notes
• Training School Notes
• Club News

Articles in this issue:

• “Elijah” to be Presented by Orchestra & Chorus
• Senior Schedule is Announced
• College President, Minister to Address Graduates – Herman Wells & William Benfield
• Eight Qualify for AAUW Speech Contest – American Association of University Women
• Special College Deferment Test Set for May 22
• Celebration for Armed Forces Day Planned
• Band Has Three May Appearances
• Training School …

Senate Meeting May 6, 1952, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

Ua3/2/1 Potter Hall Cafeteria Report, Wku President's Office - Garrett

WKU Administration Documents

Daily report of expenses, gate count and menus of meals served in Potter Hall cafeteria for May 1952.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 28, No. 12-Z245, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

• Birds I View
• Looking Backward
• Hilltopics
• Mind Your Manners
• Kentucky Building News
• Alumni News
• Book Marks
• Society Page
• Faculty Notes
• Training School Notes
• Club News

Articles in this issue:

• Gym Being Decorated for Big Talisman Ball Tonight
• College Welcomes Music Festival Group
• Date is Set for Education Council Banquet
• Edwin Mims to Address English Club
• Symphony Orchestra to Present Concert Sunday May 4
• Seniors Show Wide Choice of Major Fields
• “Sing Out, Sweet Land,” Players’ Final Production of School Year, is Musical
• Concert Band Presents Annual …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 28, No. 11-Z245, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

• Birds I View
• Looking Backward
• Hilltopics
• Mind Your Manners
• Kentucky Building News
• Alumni News
• Book Marks
• Society Page
• Faculty Notes
• Training School Notes
• Club News

Articles in this issue:

• Campus Site of Regional High School Music Festival
• Western Breakfast of Paramount Interest at KEA Meeting in Louisville April 16-18 – Kentucky Education Association
• College High Speakers Win Speech Festival
• Seven Qualified for Robinson Medal
• Edwin Mims to Speak
• William Bivin is Winner of Ogden Contest
• Chemist to Speak in Chapel – George Glockler
• FFA to Meet …

1952-1954 Marshall College Bulletin (College Of Arts & Sciences Ed.), Marshall University

Marshall University Catalogs 1950-1959

Catalog of Marshall College in Huntington, W.Va, for the 1952-1954 academic year, specifically as it pertains to the College of Arts & Sciences announcements and courses).

Special Meeting, Wku Board Of Regents

Board of Regents Documents

Minutes of WKU Board of Regents special meeting regarding oil and gas lease and personnel changes.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 28, No. 10-Z248, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Regular features include:

• Looking Backward
• Hilltopics
• Mind Your Manners
• Kentucky Building News
• Alumni News
• Book Marks
• Society Page
• Faculty Notes
• Training School Notes
• Club News
• Campus Crossfire – cartoon
• Looking Around

Articles in this issue:

• R.C. Buley Speaks at History Banquet
• College Heights Herald Rated Medalist by CSPA – Columbia Scholastic Press Association
• Twelve Enter Regional Speech Contest
• Date Set for Annual Talisman Ball
• Former Student Made Full Colonel
• Plans for “The Merchant of Venice” in Completion Stage
• A Successful Dance – editorial
• Farm Bureau Hears History Professor Discuss …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 28, No. 9-Z248, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Regular features include:

• Looking Backward
• Hilltopics
• Mind Your Manners
• Kentucky Building News
• Alumni News
• Book Marks
• Society Page
• Faculty Notes
• Training School Notes
• Club News
• Campus Crossfire – cartoon
• Looking Around

Articles in this issue:

• Successful Season Closed by Western Debate Team
• Oliver, Tod. Hilltoppers Meet University of Louisville in First Game of NIT Tomorrow at 5 p.M.
• Jerry Parker to Serve as Coordinator
• Librarian Has Article Published – Arline Rawlins
• General Cliff Andrus to Inspect ROTC
• Rifle Team Wins First Leg of Trophy
• Deadline Extended on Speech Contest …

Senate Meeting March 4, 1952, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 28, No. 8-Z248, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Regular features include:

• Looking Backward
• Hilltopics
• Mind Your Manners
• Kentucky Building News
• Alumni News
• Book Marks
• Society Page
• Faculty Notes
• Training School Notes
• Club News
• Campus Crossfire – cartoon
• Looking Around

Articles in this issue:

• Western Plays Marshall Tonight
• Crowned Basketball Queen – Pat Horn
• Applicants Should Take Med School Test in May
• Speakers to be Invited to Address Taff Economics Club
• Reqeuirements for Degrees Completed by 51 Seniors
• Justus Bier Speaks at Art Exhibit
• Leap Year Dance Next Friday Night
• Shakespearean is Chosen for Fifth Anniversary Production of …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 28, No. 7-Z248, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Regular features include:

• Looking Backward
• Hilltopics
• Mind Your Manners
• Kentucky Building News
• Alumni News
• Book Marks
• Society Page
• Faculty Notes
• Training School Notes
• Club News
• Campus Crossfire – cartoon
• Looking Around

Articles in this issue:

• Silver Star Presented – Mrs. James Jones – George Jones
• Speech Contests Are Announced
• Rough Night in Store for Diddle Team at Eastern Kentucky
• Ballerina to Star at Concert – Mia Slavenska
• Debate Team Wins Victory Over University of Louisville
• Exhibit Features Kentucky Artists’ Work
• 432 Enroll in Air ROTC at Western
• Second Semester …

Senate Meeting February 5, 1952, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 28, No. 6-Z248, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Regular features include:

• Looking Backward
• Hilltopics
• Mind Your Manners
• Kentucky Building News
• Alumni News
• Book Marks
• Society Page
• Faculty Notes
• Training School Notes
• Club News
• Campus Crossfire – cartoon
• Looking Around

Articles in this issue:

• Twenty-Two Make “Who’s Who”
• Dr. Gordon Wilson to be Speaker at Farm & Home Convention
• Hilltoppers Have Big OVC Test Tomorrow
• James Hines Elected Ogden Alumni President
• PAS&T at Western is Promoted to Lieutenant Colonel – William Pace
• Roy Harris to Write Concerto
• Western Band to Present Concert
• Western Players to Present Mystery Melodrama …

The History And Development Of Cliffside A Summer Camp For The Children Of Carbide And Carbon Employees, John E. Goetz

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

THE PROBLEM AND DEFINITIONS OF TERMS USED

One of the most significant developments of education during the past quarter century is the guidance movement. This educational trend has not limited its usage to schools but also includes outside interests. The rapid growth of summer camping is one example of counseling and guidance, away from the educational system, as we know it.

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

It is the purpose of this study to show (1) the ideals and philosophy behind the beginning of the camp; (2) the development of the physical properties of the camp; and (3) to show the …

Factors Affecting The Enrollments At Douglass High School From 1932-1951, Joseph Autumn Slash

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

The nation's leading educators have been asking for help in the education of the youth of this great country of ours. They have asked that more teachers be trained for this great task. Larger buildings are needed to take care of the larger enrollments. Leading magazines and newspapers have taken up this cry for help. Magazines tell of cities where pupils must attend school for only a half day. The enrollments are distributed so that half of the students attend school in the morning and the other half in the evening. Education is being brought to many more millions of …

Catalog, 1952-1953, Indiana State University

Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.