Greenwood High School - Under the Greenwood Tree Yearbook (Springfield, MO)

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Languages and rt Enrich Our Lives GALLIA EST OMNIS DIVISA IN PARTES TRES. Davoren Dustman points out the three parts into which Gaul is divided while Mrs. Rice and members of the Caesar Class look on. Latin students learn not only a background in Roman culture but also gain abetter understanding of their own language as well. Q-M YS- 1 1 1'-.. M ART STUDENTS, Rosemary Stone, Don VandenBrink, Bill Burgess, and Roger Williams, fashion soap figur- ines with the help of student teacher, Dale McLean. The group also did work in sculpturing, painting, and textile designing. .. -..ge4 1 In addition to the fundamental courses, students have an opportun- ity to enrich their lives and express themselves through the study of music, art, and languages. Instruction and experience in art and music help students learn to ex- , press themselves creatively, and thus find new means for relaxation and enjoyment. They learn to see and feel and interpret the beauty around them. This makes possible a continuous growth in fine arts re- sulting in a more enriched life. For some students, the studyof languages plays an important role in their vocation, for others, it affords an opportunity to develop an enjoy- able and lasting interest in the na- ture of a hobby. Besides the actual language, the students learn to ap- preciate and understand the back- ground and customs of other people. Recent developments in international affairs have made clear the need for a more thorough understanding of all nations in the world. ' ,wth MUSICAL RECREATION is enjoyed by members of the Boys' Glee Club as they join Mr. McCurry at the piano in a few old favorites'.

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Assure Sound Educatlon 'S RECIPROCALS AND COFUNCTIONS fall into place for the Triginometry Class after open discussion with student teacher, Mr. Bilyeu. A vital part of education is learning to understand the problems man faces and how to meet them. Though man learns through experience, the experience gain- ed during one lifetime is not enough to guide humanity in today's complex world. Therefore, the history of others in past generations is studied in order to arrive at an intelligent solution of present-day problems. Mathematics and science are also among the necessary fundamental sub- jects. Everyone uses mathematics, whether conducting his personal day-by- day activities or business and profes- sional affairs. In science, students learn the laws of nature and how they are applied to the problems of living. Courses in mathematics and science at Green- wood are designed to meet both the gen- eral and specialized needs of the stu- dents. A healthy body is as important in to- day's living as a sound mind. The vigor- ous program of recreation and intramural sports of the physical education courses is designed to develop muscular strength and graceful movement, an interest in sports, and such personal qualities as cooperation, fair play, self-control, and self-confidence.

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Practical Courses Develop Useful kills lag? A BECAUSE A SUCCESSFUL HOMELIFE depends upon the coopera- tion and uncirstanding of all the members of the family, it is just as important for boys to learn the principles of home economics as girls. Members of the first-year Home Economics Class, Susan Haswell, Doy Young, and Becky james, try their hand at cooking as a student teacher, joyce Meadows, looks on. Beyond the basic and fine arts courses at Greenwood, students are offered practical help and vocational training. Courses in business, home economics, and industrial arts are design- ed to prepare the student to face the practical problems of everyday life. Almost everything today is concerned with business, from the purchase of a stick of gum to the management of a large business concern. How to handle personal finances efficiently and get along in this world of business is a problem everyone faces. Perhaps no other courses help solve this problem more directly than business courses. In classes such as bookkeeping, typing, business law, business economics, and short- hand, the personal needs of the student are stressed as well as possible vocational needs. Home economics makes a definite contribution to society by aiding students in recognizing and solving personal and home problems. Because the home has the first and longest influence on the individual, preparation for home living is extremely important. Home economics encourages development of home-making skills and provides an opportunity to practice them. The industrial arts provide an opportunity for students to develop a creative and useful hobby which can be put to immediate use in the home. In addition, a knowledge of tools and drawing may prove a valuable asset in a future vocation. 1151 LEARNING THE USES of the various machines in the shop is required of students of industrial arts. Here Roger Williams uses the buffer as jim Mc- Guire, Kenny Wills, and Mr. Kemper, instructor, look on. STUDENTS OF TYPING acquire practical skills use- ful in a future vocation or personal affairs.