Anderson High School - Indian Yearbook (Anderson, IN)

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A desire for fitness is basic in physical education. ' ' ' Water ballet develops swimming skills and physical fitness Motor skills must parallel mental Training Parallel in importance with the mental training of the classroom was the de- velopment of motor skills in physical edu- cation to produce the well-rounded stu- dent. As physical discipline was devel- oped through participation in a wide variety of games and sports, the individ- ual gained in proficiency and physical fitness. Archery, speedball, handball, and field hockey were activities added to the program this year, taking their place with long established basketball, swimming, bowling, and volleyball. Most physical education classes were largely composed of sophomores, but many juniors and seniors were active class members too. A steady eye and unflinching nerve are charac- teristics ofthe expert archer, 29

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Last minute instruction stresses courtesy and the responsibility of defensive driving. 28 DI'lVSI S l6Cll'l'l ClSlSI'lSlVS ITIOVSS Driver education classes taught the stu- dent correct defensive driving measures. Class instructors stressed the responsi- bilities which every driver must accept while on the road. Through 55 hours of classwork and six hours of actual driving, the student gained experience and knowledge ot safe driving techniques. The three driver education cars equipped with dual controls were driven approxi- mately 200 miles a week. In addition, driving simulators were added to driver education equipment this year. Speed control and reaction time are tested in simulator training before actual driving experience. A tractor piston illustrates automotive mechanics for beginning drivers.

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A mountain of forms necessary for official data greets every entering student ta AHS. Career guidance is an integral part of counseling. Counselors A six-member counseling staff with each counselor consulting and supervising some 70 persons a week provided AHS students with excellent academic and vocational direction. Besides explaining high school courses and providing indi- vidual counseling, the department ar- ranged the lengthy Iowa tests, PSAT, and the May SAT tests for the Juniors. Seniors participated in the Betty Crocker Homemaker tests, National Merit Scholarship tests, and various achieve- ment tests. ln order to best encourage student participation in scholarship serv- ices, counselors thoroughly reviewed the numerous financial aid programs availa- ble to AHS students. To individuals inter- ested in post-high school vocational trades and iob guidance, counselors rendered excellent aid and direction. Students rely on experienced counselors to aid them in preparing for future studies and careers.