Batesville High School - Bulldog Yearbook (Batesville, IN)

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; = «-% Selke, Linda Gibson, and id soci affairs, Students Shared Their Knowledge Here. ll workandno play can make a dull life, especially in high school, The extracurricu- ar activities offer an outlet for energy and steam which builds up during the day at -hool. Even in the simplest form, retreat from the routine of doing lessons and study- g gives a lift to the student. The candy machine, operated by the junior class, is ver filled to capacity. Students are always eager for a quick snack, Everyone knows 1ere to find refreshment at a basketball game. The music department is in charge ‘this service, A favorite spot for cokes d conversation is any one of the local restaurants or the Teen Center. Some- how, studying seems to go faster and smoother when a group gets together and works with a pencil in one hand and food in the other. Popcorn poppers demonstrate organized confusion.' Dan picks his favorite, while Martin waits his t urn.

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: ieee In the library, students pour over referenc paring research papers. He Noticed a Friendly Atmosphere . . . An important part of any school is the attitude of its students toward each other and their superiors. Bates - ville has an atmosphere of friendliness and sharing. It is evident in the library, where many students share information and references. One can find it in the informal gatherings on the school ground, It is the kind of re- lationship that builds a healthy environment for studying, learning, and sharing knowl- edge. Seniors cele- brate Pin Day and catch up on last min- ute assign- ments,

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Typing students learn a skill which can be applied to fu- ture occupations. This course is practical for anyone who writes many compositions. Through educational T.V., the students were able to see the historic flight into space of Col. John Glenn. They watched and listened as he progressed in the procedures of launching, orbiting, and returning to earth. Many high schools offer courses which develop skills. Among these courses are typing, developmental reading, music, and art. The D.C.E. program gives boys a chance to work and learn a trade. Students take an active part in such courses, knowing that partici- pation is the key to success. Dan G. learms a trade in D.C.E. Educational T.V. serves a useful purpose. The Skills One Learns by Doing .. . Playing a musical instrument requires skill and practice. Members of the high school band practice daily in prepara- tionfor marching and concert work. Here the band enter- tains at a basketball game. Sondra tries to extinguish a fire baton used by majorette Roxy Lightner in a band drill.