Clinton High School - Torch Yearbook (Clinton, AR)

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HOME ECONOMICS BUILDS MRS. BETTY PATE B. S. E. A. S. T. C. FUTURE HOMES Home Economics deserves a definite place in mo- dern education since worthy home membership is of basic importance in life. Although home ec. empha- sizes the importance of good home and family life for all, it also fosters the development of individual, cre- ative leadership and the organizing of recreation. Girls not only learn the basic mechanics of home- making, but how to make the best of all possible op- portunities by application of interior decoration, in- spired by imagination and needs, child care, home nursing, entertaining in the home, and maintaining a cheerful, friendly atmosphere in the home. Learning by experience is the method used in this course. Thus, the ability to sew is developed through the making of garments for personal use. The garments are made during class periods under the supervision of the instructor. AGRICULTURE TEACHES VALUABLE SKILLS Almost every boy in Clinton High School enrolls for at least one of the three courses of agriculture offered. These courses include both shop work and farm projects. Courses in agriculture are very useful to every boy regardless of whether he plans to pursue this as a pro- fession or not. A broad general knowledge is obtained from study of the different units in agriculture and many useful skills are learned in shop work. The work-experience method is also applied in this department on a large scale. The boys produce useful items in the shop under the guidance of their instructor. The agriculture department also assists the school in such projects as roofing the buildings and building book- shelves. They also help the other departments on the campus by constructing various items for them. Page 10

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LANGUAGE STUDY ENRICHES LIFE MRS. MAXINE BARNES B. S. E. A. S. T. C. A mastery of the English language is a prerequisite for success in every major field of endeavor, in Clinton, four years of English are required for the diploma. Students.in language classes are increasing their vocabu- laries, mastering spelling, learning to communicate in both written and oral form with correctness, creativeness, and skill, and becoming familiar with many of the classics of Literature. After a background of grade school and freshman, English, the Sophomore may open his mind to spelling, sentence con- struction, poetry, or the study of Julius Caesar. The Junior English class may be studying sentence diagram- ing or another technique used in teaching the mechanics of the English language. In the final year of English study, one may write themes, analyze books, or simply construct intelligent sentences. These English classes prepare us to be pleasant, successful, and informed individuals by putting in our hand the tool on which our success and happiness will someday depend - the knowledge of the English language.

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WORLD HISTORY AIDS UNDERSTANDING NIKS. MAI HOLLOWAY B. A.. M. A. Harding College World history from ancient to modern is offered as an elective course here. This subject is also correlated with current events to help students to understand the workings of world government. Enthusiastic discussions centered a- round current events are stimulated in this class, which indicates the real interest of some students in the class. Analyzing social, political, and economic problems stimulates the processes of clear reasoning and prepares students for the future in which they will undoubtedly en- counter exasperating problems. World history also provides a sound background for the introduction to American and English literature, because these subjects contain historical facts. AMERICAN HISTORY FOCUSES ON THE UNITED STATES From the earliest colonizations of this country to the recent world wars and current problems, this subject is studied in great detail. American history is required by the state laws of Arkansas for graduation, because it forms a basis for understanding the current challenges and pro- blems that are facing our nation. Also included in this study are an analysis of the Con- stitution of the United States, one major research theme, and a seminar on Latin America. The use of charts, maps, ieports and current events discussions, enable students to better understand them- selves and the ever changing world about them. The study of American history certainly helps students to become well-informed, alert Americans. Page 11