Douglas MacArthur High School - MacArtair Yearbook (Houston, TX)

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tk as I i Q , ,H NI 'ifv k ' Aj' sc h ., I LA. , E I J' 2 isi H ' lilfffwmis, off , - 'YQ '37 Senior Diane Collins makes o yarn rug with a picture of Jack from the Jack In The Box restaurant's emblem. Accuracy and precision are needed in perfecting a paper mosaic technique as demonstrated by Fresh- man Vincent Kazmiroski. art 79

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Art students express themselves through seuhytirzg, drawing Style, beauty, creativity, and color are all important components of any artwork. Students in the Art Department are taught how to express these qualities through such mediums as sculpting, drawing, painting and weaving. The variety of classes offered provide instruction in art as well as crafts. Students develop their artistic talent through imitation of teacher demon- strations, but personal enthusiasm and creativity add more to their work than any type of classroom instruc- tion. Art students use their hands as tools to create a visual impression of what they see with their minds. Freshman Griff Mercilliott works on a 40 pound macrame wall hang- ing forthe Spring Art Festival held in April. 78 an he works on a pastel portrait

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i' C 'f3 ' a -fe Wvmmskf , L . 4 W Films, debate, trials highlight social studies Through classes in World Problems, Government, Personality, Power and Politics, and Economics MacArthur's Social Studies Department keeps stu- dents in touch with the world outside. Research papers, films and debates add depth to social studies and help make students aware of problems in democracy. Classes explore the court system by holding mock criminal trails. Guest speakers add a personal touch to class by recounting their own experiences with drugs, wars, hunger, crime and personal conflict. 80 social studies Group discussions are an asset to Mrs. Lavera Sims 7th period History class. Debra Sanders and Lois Lowry talk over student values with her. C r ,. 2 5, vs 2 2 . l fm ' 74