Highland High School - Shield Yearbook (Highland, IN)

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ABOVE: Putting the necessary accuracy into practice, Eliece DeMaris uses the proper measuring procedures to insure flaky biscuits every time. RIGHT: Miss Rachael Ramsey, sewing instructor, points out to Gerry Stuckert the fine points in the use and care of the sewing machine. Courses Form Home Ec Skill Home economics at Highland High is much more than whipping up a batch of biscuits or learning to sew a straight line. Of course, these basics are essential and are taught in beginning courses. In advanced study, however, skills in home dec- orating and furnishing and clothing styles are concen- trated on. Girls work to develop the keen knowledge of style and nutrition, the active imagination and the self-in- itiative necessary to make a house a good home. Borrowing a few tips from their home decorating text, Sally Stockdale and Barbara Brakley work with color scheme and balance in flower arranging, one of the many methods for making a brighter home. 28 Shield

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ABOVE LEFT: James Moore head pauses to concentrate on some of the day’s lecture material before copying the diagrams from the board. LOWER LEFT: There’s nothing more disgusting than not being able to fit a complete proof on the board. Robert O’Leary attempts to squeeze in the last steps of his complicated geometry problem. BELOW: Mr. Joseph Farrabee. mathematics instructor, explains the steps of a confusing algebra problem. Learning the basics well will help students pave the way in advanced math courses in later years. Shield 27

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ABOVE: Ron Kubiak notches attentively as Mr. Paul Schuyler, shop instructor, demonstrates the method used in molding metals. LOWER LEFT: Dennis Keown attempts to fit the various pieces of his project together before applying the finish. LOWER RIGHT: Randy Schoon con- centrates carefully on his use of the lathe as he initiates another of the many projects required in industrial arts classes. Industrial Skills Taught Extending manual skills and developing a knowl- edge of industry are but a few of the goals of the in- dustrial arts department. Students learn the use of simple hand tools in the crafting of picture frames, tool boxes, and other items. Power tools are manip- ulated in constructing benches, tables and other furniture. Architectural and me- chanical drawing are other skills taught in the depart- ment. Training in industrial arts provides a workable skill convenient for both job opportunities and hobbies.