Central High School - Helios Yearbook (Grand Rapids, MI)

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ik Milton Spa David Barkema English, RAMPAGES Humor becomes the atmosphere, as Miss Schriber norrotes a light poem to one of her regular English classes. lois Kemp Reading Improvement

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English Exposes New Vistas to Students Planned for the student of today, Central ' s English Department combines the modern grammar and litera- ture with the classics of the English language. With the many uses of English needed in all phases of life, the department faculty were constantly impressing upon the students the importance of the subject to their future. Every possible method, such as recordings and films were secured to instill appreciation and understanding of the language in their pupils. The basic fundamen- tals of English were mainly stressed throughout junior high, while in the upper grades the concentration was placed more on American and English literature and composition. English molded itself to the individual student at Cen- tral in the senior high grades through three types of English instruction : Basic, Regular, and Honors. In this way Miss Schriber, department head, felt that the diffi- culties of teaching English have been minimized, and the student is given the chance to develop according to his own talents. In an effort to keep up with the changing aspects of English, many of the teachers in that department are presently working on their master ' s degree and two. Miss Schriber and Mrs. Wanderscheid, have received theirs. Gaining experience toward a career in teaching, while still in high school, was achieved this year by the mem- bers of the Future Teachers Club. During the year, members undertook various helpful activities by partici- pating in a student counseling service sponsored by the Student Council and acting as teacher aids. In the words of Mrs. Kemp, The club offered an opportunity to per- form a service for others while they helped themselves. Also, by participating in the club, members were able to decide whether they were sure of their choice of vo- cation. Investigating every aspect of teaching, the group listened to many guest speakers, such as student teach- ers, experienced teachers, and administrators. Shirley Schriber English, Department Head, English Workshop Kothryn Wanderscheid English Sandra VonWinge English Sarah VandenElst English, Speech, Debate 26

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Students Encouraged to Learn at Own Speed It ' s a changing world ! The field of education is bearing the full impact of this oft-repeated expression. And this is true of Special Education, too, Miss Westra, head of the Department, said as she expressed her views about this area of education. A special study committee has been busy on a city- wide scale re-evaluating the present organization of the department, its curriculum and its goals as well as its aims. According to Miss Westra, the study concluded that, in the main, a good program for helping students who require special assistance in their studies existed, and only details needed improvement. In recent years changes included a graduation course and a job placement service. Participation in sports was also encouraged, with eligibility the only requirement. To meet the needs of the individual student with a realistic program that enabled him to progress at his own rate of learning was the greatest challenge to the dedicated teachers in this department. Robert Tovey Special Educatio Jacob lahom Shoe Repair, Study Hall An organized group discussion Mc Dermott ' s class. being developed in Mr. Theresa Westra Special Education Thomos McDermott Special Education, Coach William Vandenberg Special Education 28