Concordia Lutheran High School - Luminarian Yearbook (Fort Wayne, IN)

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Religion Classes, Church Services Enrich Our Spiritual Life Religion classes are a unique part of Con- cordia ' s curriculum. Concordia was founded for the purpose of instructing Lutheran young people in the beliefs of their church. Some may complain that here we are overprotected and will not be ready for the cold, cruel world. It is true that we are protected, but protected like a young plant in a hot house until it is strong enough to face the elements alone. Freshmen at Concordia study the Old Testament. During the sophomore year, the New Testament is examined. Church history is taken up by the juniors while seniors are instructed in the doctrines of our church. By the time of graduation, it is the hope of Con- cordia that the student ' s faith has been strengthened through a fuller understanding of our Christian beliefs. Religion is an important part of life at Concordia here. Pa.stor A. Oldsen instructs a senior religion class. Besides formal religion classes Concordia held biweekly worship The Choir enriched our church services. Here it is shown singing at our closing service before Christmas vacation.

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Administration Coordinates School Program The task of the principal is to supervise and administer the total educational program of Concordia Lutheran High School so that the objectives of the school are attained. To this end the Board of Directors establishes board policies under which the principal is expected to operate the school ' s program. The educational program of the school is broad and solid providmg quality education in a Christian atmosphere for all the students. The principal is responsible for sound organi- zation and effective administration of this comprehensive program. The numerous components of an accred- ited school require not only the attention of the principal, but also the services of an assis- tant, director of religion and public relations, attendance counselor, athletic director and other faculty members for various adminis- trative duties. In a minor role members of the Student Council with its faculty sponsor render many services which assist the principal. Mr. H. Birkman, as our school principal, heads the administrative department. The faculty, here shown al a laculty nieelint;. help with the administration of our school.

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English Students Gain Skills In Self-Expression E. Korte in the world of American literature. Using her literature book as source of in- formation, C. Dixon writes a theme for her freshman English class. The Eng-lisn courses at Concordia offer the student an opportunity to master his language. Stressed in the English courses are literature, grammar, and the art of self-expression. This year a new program based on classical mythology was initiated. The freshmen studied the Trojan War and Ulysses. The Coming and Death of King Arthur was studied by the sophomores. The jun- iors assisted in making associations between the literary past and present by the study of mythical derivations of American words and customs. The seniors studied the Arthurian legends and the Age of Chivalry. Except ' jest ' fore Christmas When I ' m as good as I kin be! '