Calumet High School - Chieftain Yearbook (Gary, IN)

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World History brings to us many interesting events; but in this case it brings interesting ob- jects, such as those being ex- plained by David Cannon and Ann Bagwell. Maps , questions and debates to prepare , tests In United States History one becomes well acquainted with his own country. Barbara Ollis is explaining the events leading up to and following the Louisiana Purchase. Remembering dates and names of important men and learning amendments and capitals of states throughout the world are samples of what students learn from the courses that come under social studies. World history is a review of what man accom- plished long ago and relates to us the discoveries of man since the time very ancient and outmoded hand tools were used. United States history goes into more detail and describes the development of the United States to what it is today. Students in government classes are taught the workings of our governmental system in these United States. They learn the main functions and principles of a democratic government. Economics is a study of the production of goods and services. It includes the study of all business problems, those of everyday life, and those concerning income distribution and con- sumption of goods. Students also survey various types of economic systems.

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leading is provided by the English Department Student teaching is a usual practice in college English, as students learn now to teach and have self-control in leading groups. Rufus James conducts the daily English lesson, while students take notes on his techniques. David Hochstetler asks a question about his lesson in his sophomore English class as Kathy Hornbeak prepares her daily lesson.

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Public speaking is an important asset to everyone. Government students get a chance to practice this when, like Jim Caldwell, they give oral governmental reports. and quizzes to take symbolize social studies Making a living is an important part of everyone’s life and with it comes income taxes. Econo- mic students become acquainted with the tax form, as Betty Wilson and Bob Saksa are doing, by filling out practice forms.