Bakersfield High School - Oracle Yearbook (Bakersfield, CA)

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evotion to Learning The dimension of greatest significance in high school education is the attainment of academic success. The effort each student devotes to aca- demic achievement determines what he gains in the growth of knowledge from his schooling experience. In the classroom a student learns to give verbal and written expression to his thoughts and ideasg as he absorbs knowledge his mind becomes tuned to meet the potential demands of the future by learning to apply his natural abilities to the tasks of the present. By fulhlling homework assignments and studying for tests, a student develops responsibility, disci- pline, and pride. Because it supplies the means to gain knowledge, devotion to academics is the key that unlocks the door to the future. QR J-IQ, f. 'i 'xu As a catalyst in fhe chemisfry of learningy a ieacher N provides leadership, moiivaiion, and meaning fo ihe ex -X pansion of a sfudeni s academic knowledge In fhe classroom environmenf a sfudenf experiences aca- demic educahon in achon, as he lisiens and works fo Increase his scope of und:-rsianding.

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av- 'X ff! li I ggi' 5 ' i..-fi Aw ' . it f ,if Meeling the righi person and knowing il brings a beaming smile fo the faces of a boy and girl. One casual moment can blossom info many hours of happiness logefher. I0 ln formals and luxedoes or in culoffs and fennis shoes, a school dance provides The ideal selling for ihe pursuit of pleasure or the pleasure of pursuif. Good Times at Schoo The most enjoyable dimension of high school life den the is each student's association with other stu- ts. To gain relief from the routine of classes, pressures of tests, and the burden of home- work, a student finds another student's company the frie easiest way to relax and enjoy life. In making nds a student extends his personality by taking an interest in others. Between classes and dur exp and mo' to me yea pur ness ing lunch friends meet and talk - sharing eriences and the latest gossip, joking around planning for the weekend. At dances, bodies we to the tempo of the music and hearts beat he excitement of boy meets girlf, The di- sions of social life fill the most wonderful rs of a lifetime with experiences devoted ely to fun, enjoyment, pleasure. and happi- V. .ll llllliilll ll i