Alief Elsik High School - Ramblings Yearbook (Houston, TX)

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Student Mike Lindley practices welding. Students learn how to repair automotive, motorcycle, and lawn mower engines. GMR The right mechanics General Mechanical Repair is the vocational class that deals with machines. They range from lawnmowcrs to automobiles. Nevertheless, they all have engines which is the study of the course. “I enjoy working with engines. Fixing lawnmowers and cars is a good way to spend the afternoon,” said Mike Lindley, Elsik student. GMR provides the students the opportunity to acquire a vocational skill in mechanics. Students can move up through GMR which can help them with employment to jobs in this area. “It’s educational. I learn new things all the time, said Jerry Pitt, Elsik student. GMR is held at Hastings but Elsik students still obtain full use of all equipment and get the same advantage as Hastings students. “It’s fun. I enjoy working with cars. It’s a great way to spend part of my school day,” said John Jewett, who is also from Elsik. For those who are interested in mechanical repair, GMR is the road to travel because of its vast area of education and general good times. Automotive repair is a major career in GMR. OEA-GMR 189

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F.Isik OEA competitors Kim Patterson, Denise Anderson, and teacher Mrs. Thomlinson. Elsik in Chicago OEA students go to Nationals OEA and VOE held a nationwide contest in Chicago, Illinois this year. Kim Patterson and Denise Anderson arc two talented Elsik students who were skillful enough to try out in this contest. “I had to first compete in Area Competition in which I placed first out of approx. 50 schools. That led me to State competition in San Antonio. The first and second place winners got to go on to Nationals in Chicago,” said Kim. Kim went to contest for typing. “I placed first in area competition, second in state - as far as Nationals goes, well ... at least I had fun on the trip,” said Kim. Denise Anderson was elected Area President (which is president over 50 high schools surrounding Houston). One of her responsibilities was to attend the State and National contests. “The trip was worthwhile because I was able to see and meet other people involved in programs like VOE and OEA. said Denise. Both students enjoyed the trip and had a vei interesting time. “We had a blast. We all got to s( ‘famous’ places, sites and shops!” said Kim. When asked if they enjoy VOE and OEA, Kii replied, “Yes. It is not only a learning experience bi a challenge. Everything we learn will apply to our jot in the future.” “I wasn’t one to be outgoing. I was always shy, bi VOE changed that. It is an important part of my lif It has helped me develop leadership ability which valuable,” said Denise. Kim and Denise are two talented young student VOE and OEA has helped to change and improv their lives. They are fine examples of Office Educatio and a credit to the Elsik Vocational Program. by Jeff Renge. 188 Vocational

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A horticulture student checks the soil for dampness. He examines other plants for pests. At the greenhouse, a student cares for some flowers. Horticulture Plant-growing and bug-killing The Horticulture program, taught by Pablo Martin at Hastings, is a part of Vocational education for the Handicapped. The main objectives of this program are to acquaint students with basic techniques and knowledge associated with Horticulture and to present related job opportunities. In the course students learn about plant growth and development, sexual and asexual propagation, soils, fertilizers and insect control. 190 Horticulture