Hammond High School - Dunes Yearbook (Hammond, IN)

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Most important in the school life of an individual is academic achievement, so it is only natural for academic accomplishments to play an important part in the for- mation of the “Spirit of ’76.” Class- room activity included new teach- ing methods such as television, more demonstrations for science classes, and speakers who shared their knowledge with students about sub- jects from chemical composition to city welfare. National Merit schol- arships were won, many entered the National Honor Society, and many others strived for better academic attainment. Speech, music, servi ces , to the school, and journalism — among others just as important, aided participants and observers.

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Academics Aids School, Study One of the most useful groups in the school is the Library Staff, which con- sists of students chosen by the librarian, Mrs. Jessica Rich. Members check books in and out, assist in keeping order, and give aid to the students in any possible way. Experience which the staff gains during their work is useful after graduation. The Oil Panel is made up of five honor students and sponsored by Mr. Norman Beyer. This panel travels to different clubs and organizations in the area to present a program on the pe- troleum industry. Topics which they discuss include conservation, marketing, and the tax problems concerning oil de- pletion allowances. Library Staff: Front row , l-r — Tam Cozza, Sheila Skvaro, Barb King, Carolyn Garner. Row 2 — Elbert Rush; Sandy Stilwell; Gary Wikel; Helen Tothfalusi; Mrs. Jessica Rich, sponsor. Top row — Mike Waters, Sharon Tyler, Vineta Snider, Pat Eisen. Members of the Oil Panel explore for- mation and discovery of oil os a basis fr their discussions. L-r — Mr. Norman Beyer, Carol Fyte, Ken Wood, Mike Yellen, Pat Harding, Donald Fay. Glass bending is an early experiment in chemistry which develops skills to be used in later projects.