Thornton Township High School - Thorntonite Yearbook (Harvey, IL)

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.wwwr H SEEKING TO ENRICH THEIR ,, CULTURAL BACKGROUNDS Primarily on its own, but also with the assist- ance of the federal government and private benefactors, TTHS strives to supplement and enhance the regular school curriculum with en- riching experiences which will motivate the stu- dent to seek similar experiences on his own on a regular basis. Regular Saturday enrichment field trips ap- peal to large numbers of Thornton students. Federally funded, the program relies on the vast cultural opportunities afforded by the Chicago metropolitan area. Established by a Thornton graduate in honor of his father, a TTHS teacher and counselor, The Zimmerman Fund, seeks to contribute to the cultural development of talented and inter- ested students by making possible their attend- ance at concerts, art exhibits, and plays. In addition, special guidance services, tutor- ing, and speed reading are provided for those Students who would profit most from them.

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FEATURING A FULL SUMMER PROGRAM Many area students turn summer time into opportunity time by enrolling in the Thornton Township High School summer session. These students realize that summer school can play an important role in their total academic outlook. A broad range of courses is offered from Cloth- ing II, which includes tailoring techniques and actual making of apparel, to Basic Math I or English I. Auto shop and advanced auto shop courses are available for the mechanically minded scholars. Those interested in mass communication are sure to favor the radio and television course offered by the speech depart- ment. Radio and television students are taught the responsibility of broadcasting, televising, and studio lighting and writing. For those who are interested in physical education instruction, trampoline, tumbling, gymnastics, swimming, and individual athletics may be had. A number of courses are open to elementary school stu- dents who wish to take advantage of Thornton's timely summer session. At the end of the sum- mer semesters, a student receives credits, in addi- tion to his feeling of accomplishment, which may be applied toward graduation.