Homestead High School - Retrospect Yearbook (Fort Wayne, IN)

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Requirements increased 1130 for 89 Freshmen . A .S Everyone has had English. We've taken it since we were in the first grade. For this year's freshmen, who are required to have Q4 yearsj of English, they will be taking it until they graduate. The rest of the classes, after taking their sophomore English course, could take English for another year or they could say goodbye to essays and to Poe. Many students choose to continue and take the extra years because most colleges require three years of English. Even noncollege-bound students take more classes just to learn how to read and write more effectively, said Mr. Paul Felten, chairman of the English department. Even though Communications' title was switched to English 11, there weren't any new courses offered in the English department. Next year, however, a class is planned which will teach basic skills using contemporary materials like magazines and newspapers. One thing that happened with the English department was Mr. Parr won the SWAC teacher of the year. Parr was also A 4- lj By Maureen Condron named a Semi-finalist in the State competition. Being recognized as the teacher of the year and being named a Semi-finalist were welcome honors, said Parr. I certainly appreciated the support that the corporation has given me. Support was also given to other classes as well. Students took classes such as speech, drama, joumalism, college reading lab and staff photography to fill their electives. Why do English teachers enjoy teaching? In fact, why does any teacher enjoy teaching? I enjoy teaching English because I believe that the study of English is a perfect blend of skills and ideas, said Parr. I like working with young people. In an English class we can read, write, talk, and think about the nature of people, rather than things, said Felten. English teacher Pat Krueger said she liked teaching because I like being with people. I like to read and encourage other people to read. My father had a great influence on me. X., fl' I enjoy teaching English because I believe that the study of English is a perfect blend of skills and ideas. Dennis Parr, English teacher 97 'r 1 Nr V' Q, GIVING ADVICE. English teacher Lynne Walker shows Laura Somers a correction on her term paper. HELPING HAND. English teacher Pat Krueger helps freshman Krista Jenkins with her paper. English 47

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I Q . 'S , my . QQQJ in-. - tt s f S' . T tl fl. Parr named best of Southwest I love him, stated junior Rosalyn Cooperman. No, she wasn't talking about her boyfriend, she was talking about her English teacher, Dennis Parr. His enthusiasm about teaching makes it easier to learn, added Cooperman. Parr believed that his strengths were his humor in teaching and keeping the students interested. This was the reason Parr was named Southwest Allen County District Teacher of the Year. Parr competed against six other teachers, one from each building. These six nominations were reviewed by a committee and they chose Parr. The 14 year veteran of Homestead was very pleased and flattered about the award. For state competition, he D By Gwen Carpenter collected a variety of essays, recommendations from Dr. David Spittal, James Manak, teachers and students, and an autobiography. Parr was invited to a local dinner where the governor was present. Another invitation was to a luncheon with H.D. Evans, the superintendent of State Public instruction. Besides these invitations, Parr got the honor of being known as teacher of the year throughout the district and gained respect of many teachers and students. Parr thought that students had trouble balancing academics, extracurricular activities, jobs, and social life. School is most important, commented Parr. ' ligne -1,3 LAST LOOK. Seniors Chris Florin and Ron Buskirk read over their term papers before they hand them in. CONCENTRATION. Senior Cheryl James gets information before writing her essay. 46 English

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Drawing to the tuna of many acts When I am up on stage I can become anyone I want Dawn Klopfenstern junior Throughout all the fine ans classes the thing one can see most is talent. Whether it s photography, band drawing, drama, show choir, chorus, painting, crafts, or art All these classes hold many students with much potential These classes give students a chance to show their talent through their work When Dawn Klopfenstem was asked why she took drama she answered when I am up on stage I can become anyone I want Photography teacher Mark Kommann stated I think photography IS a break from the students more demanding classes Sophomore Matt Butzow gives his reasons for taking drama I enjoy theater and the stage and when I came to Homestead I thought that the drama class was the class to take I had previously taken classes at Woodside and found it enjoyable so I decided to further my education 1n performing arts He went on to say Drama class sharpens the creative talent, because you can be anyone you want to be There are no restrictions in the class, it s you that makes the decisions When asking Maureen Condron why she took drama class her statement was I took it because I didnt take it last year All my friends took it last year and they said it was fun Students m Art 1 classes learn the exercises to drawing working with hnes and shapes abstractions sculpture and portrarture Art 2 classes work on simple objects and portraits This was the class you may have seen outside in the circle drrve as they sat and listened to get a mental picture to draw what they had seen The commercial art class deslgned for business and they did srlk screenmg and color study The advanced art class was a class for students who wanted to pursue a career in art They worked on independent projects and built portfolios for future u e TAKING A BREAK. Freshman Stephanie Hart was one of many students that chose a fine arts class such as orchestra. THAT'S SHOW BUSINESS. Fine arts teacher Ed Koczergo shows his stuff as Rob Bohney and Nick Litwinko stand by. 48 Pine Am 1 CI By Sherry Hanby