Grosse Pointe High School - View Pointe Yearbook (Grosse Pointe, MI)

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One skill in which high school stu- dents must show proficiency is ex- pressing themselves in compositions. Creative writing in the forms of poems, essays, impromptu themes and term papers help to develop this ability. Grammatical correctness, sentence structure, spelling, and original ideas expressed in effective style combine to make a fine theme. Some writers have participated and won recognition in the National Scholastic Writing Contest. Miss Mutton ' s honors English 11 class has tried a new method of instruction whereby students assist the instruc- tor in lecturing to the class. Student and faculty reactions seem to favor this form of co-operative learning. Villi ■ mm 11 1 » II !■ IV I Villi I 1 l« • The twelve humanities films are used each year to further the appreciation of some of the world ' s greatest literary works. Ballads are one of our best methods of self expression. We have found that by analyzing these songs the thoughts, loves and methods of working are brought to surface. Cathie Chase, Sue Hanna, Dick Breidenbach, Phil Gibbs and Sue Feikens entertain an English class with one of their renditions. 15

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ENGLISH: The Science of Communications Grosse Pointe has been extremely fortunate in having one of the finest school papers in the country. Many national honors have been bestowed on our reporters including the Medalist, the All American, and the George H. Gallup awards. To carry on this fine tra- dition, some of the journalism students are seen preparing a Tower issue. Paper, ink, words, and symbols are the tools of communication. In a country that uses more magazines, newspapers, and pro- duces more T.V. commercials than any other in the world, the writing and speak- ing of the English language is not only big business, but an art. The American com- munication system is in constant need of writers, editors, advertising copy special- ists, and a public that comprehends what is happening around them. Directing students toward opportunities in the many fields of communications are the activities of the English department. The English classes study the various liter- ary forms. Journalism is concerned with the reporting and publishing of current events. The oral presentation of material is taught in the Speech classes. As a nation of world power, we cannot underestimate the importance of being able to understand people. In order to write successfully, we must gain a correct manner of speech and self confidence. The instructors, Mrs. Bertovich and Mr. Nelson, are thoroughly competent of performing this task. Carl Haller uses these new skills in trying to sell merchandise to Chuck Zentgraf. The competitive spirit that exists in Grosse Pointe ' s sports and academics has helped the Forensics Club achieve city and state recognition. Our debaters have placed second in the League standing and hope to argue their way to first place in the District Tourna- ment.

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Languages Aid Understanding From left to right Diane Saglimbene, Dennis Grafflin, Vickie Heftier, and David Rosen illustrate the adaptability of the Russian language by playing Russian scrabble. These fourth year students converse fluently in French while Mrs. GiUespie serves them tea. They are from left to right: Pat LaBlanc, Charlene Bopp, Carol DettlofT, and Anne Gamer. 16