Central High School - Caldron Yearbook (Fort Wayne, IN)

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Susan Schultz, Carol Scheurer, and Olga Borisow work intently on their typing assignments. Typing is a subject taken by many of the business students. Latin is one of the three foreign languages offered to Central Leann Cook and Jeanette Ambrose show that there are more students. These girls study hard for a coming test. important things to do in the cafeteria besides studying.

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Mr. Griggs demonstrates the proper use of the microscope to several of his students. Biology students dissect various animals. Centralites Study To Learn Putting all other ingredients of the typical school aside, we come to the most important topic of any institution of learning — studies. There would never have been, or for that matter never would be a school, were it not for having those books to learn from. We at Central strive for an education which is both needed and deserved, for after many hours of long work, a diploma is only a symbol of our toil. Studies come first at our school, with sports and other extra-curricular activities taking the back seat. At Central, we are fortunate to possess one of the finest faculties in the northern part of the state. We have excellent instructors who are well prepared to pass their knowledge on to us. That is why one who graduates from Central knows that his studying has been worthwhile, for studying is the only way a achieve a true education. Left: Ted Striverson prepares to weld some metal in hopes of finishing his project. Central has many fine industrial shop courses to offer vocational students. Right: These students are diligently studying their United States History assignments. This class was being taught by Mr. Dille, head basketball coach.

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Matman Willie Dodds moves for position against an op- ponent in one of the matches. The giapplers took the Sectionals in their second year of competition. Athletics Extremely Important Training Athletics are extremely important to a Central student. Not only can a school win statewide recognition for their athletic prowess, but the students also gain a personal satisfaction. Stu- dents support the athletic teams, and this combination of back- ing and skill are unbeatable. Central had many fine athletic teams during the year, and they were aided by the whole- hearted support of the students. Great sportsmanship was displayed by both groups. The gridiron season provided much excitement as the games were always close until the finish. Basketball season found the Tigers ranked tenth in the state, as well as taking the City Crown. The well-regarded Bengals posted an eleven game win which lasted until the Sectionals. With fabulous athletic teams, a school is respected and look- ed up to. Central displayed fine sportsmanship throughout the year, and they accepted defeat as well as victory. Central can be proud of its athletic program. Charles Black of South Bend Washington seems to think blowing Ernie Wash ' s socks down will prevent him from sinking another long jumper. i Walter Kyles gives the frosh a 56-15 lead with this shot as Jesse Scott and Leslie Howard maneuver for possible rebounding positions.