Shortridge High School - Annual Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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The Physical Education Depart- ment at Shortridge tried to help stu- dents become more efficient at work or at play. This efficiency was the result of good physical conditioning. The first thing every day was a series of calisthenics to warm the students up for the day ' s activities. Boys learned the basic skills needed in sports, such as basketball, wres- tling, football, gymnastics, and base- ball. For the girls, the basic skills included dance steps and move- ments, gymnastics, and some sports skills. Many times in the spring when the weather was nice, both gym classes could be found on the football field putting their improved skills into action. The classes were led by Mr. Tom Woods, for the boys, and Miss Caryl Gaines, for the girls. Miss Gaines is also in charge of all three cheerlead- ing squads. Safety, Health, Fitness Mark Phys. Ed. Classes f.?!| The girls gym sock it to ' em soccer players lined up for the beginning of a game. iMFl V m i ltmtiL 1Bik ' A i 1 i Maneuvering to gain advantage, gym students waited for the ball. Students in gym class were ready for the fast break to develop. 29

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Healthy - Safe, SHS Pupils Are Health and Safety, a one credit course, provided more than just a basic background for establishing health habits necessary for future living. Personal health care was studied by the students, who also received tuberculin tests, physicals and dental examinations. Physiology opened up new doors for many, and for others it gave a deeper under- standing of the human body. Fifteen-year-olds developed both physically and mentally in Driver ' s Education. While coordination and courtesy as a driver were empha- sized, further training in the areas of safety and first aid were pursued in the classroom. Meeting daily at the east end of the cafeteria, students headed out for a period of instruc- tion in dual control cars provided by Northside Chrysler-Plymouth. Aiding individual students in increas- ing their driving skills were instruc- tors Mr. Paul Dill, Mr. James Hill and Mr. Joe Tofil. Mr. Joe Tofil and his driving students arrive back at Shortridge after a driving session in heavy traffic. Barb Smith and Matt Akard debate an important point during an open-class discussion in Health and Safety class.

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Pins, needles and directions cover the tables while clothes are created. In December, 42 senior girls took the Betty Crocker Search for the Homemaker of Tomorrow Test spon- sored by General Mills. This test was given for the purpose of stimulating girls to an awareness of the impor- tance of homemaking, and the digni- ty and prestige of the American home. The Silversmiths of America pre- sented a Sterling Silver place setting to the highest ranking girl who ma- jored in Home Economics. The Business Award was pre- sented to the girl with the highest rank in the Home Economics De- partment and with the highest rank academically in the school. In the spring, a fashion show was presented for the purpose of exhibit- ing the handiwork of the students and to give them the opportunity to learn poise, modeling, and grace. Pans and Pins for the Homemakers A little book work keeps pots and pans empty occasionally.