Canyon Del Oro High School - Anos De Oro Yearbook (Tucson, AZ)

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The Language of the People The English department tried to achieve three goals in teaching students: They hoped to reach at least a ninth grade reading level with each stu- dent, develop writing skills and competency, and they prepared students for graduation and ulti- mately college. There were achievement levels for students based on their skills and knowledge. Advanced classes dealt with college prep courses. For the below average achiever, there were Special Material classes. To meet the gradu- ation requirements from C.D.O., English had to be taken for four years. How would students feel if English was optional? One commented, l would just take the basics. Another said, I would still take four years of English, because English is used every day in one way or another. English is an important subject. Picture 1, Mr. Gray and his pet plant pose for a picture. Pic- ture 2, Mrs. Roten confronts her class early on Monday morn- ing. Picture 3, Brad Riegel trying to keep his mind on work. Picture 4, Miss Bailey reads an imaginative composition about aardvarks. Picture 5, Carol Frank takes time out for a goodlaugh. 24! English is

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Art: a Show of Talent lt has been said that Man cannot live on bread alone. The same was true for CDO students. Straight subjects just weren't enough-Fine Arts added the touch that made academics more interesting. Solid classes all day long would be too dull, said one student. Many teachers agreed that art, drama, and music were neces- sary parts of a balanced education. Adding to the general school spirit, the drama department put on several memorable performances during the year. There's something about getting out there in front of everyone, that's really exciting, said one person. Music, too, gave students a chance to show off for their friends. One student com- mented, Everyone really looks forward to those lunchtime performances by the jazz ensemble and the Canyon Singers. Fine Arts were a vital part of CDO, an addition that made a big differ- ence in the students' attitudes. Picture 1, Band members line up for a performance. Picture 2, Just goofing around. Picture 3, Mike Franznick shows how to paste up an art piece. Picture 4, Three Choir members are distracted from their lessons. Picture 5, Brad Johnson and Brenda Crawford demonstrate music, the universal language of the world. Picture 6, Senior Chris Dunn catches his breath while waiting to play another tune. 26! Fine Arts