Gabriels High School - Trumpet Yearbook (Lansing, MI)

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Expanding freedom, 1nd1v1dual choice create students Education, an elusive term can only be interpreted, not defined. At Gabriels High School, education is motivated to the fulfillment of the person. The aca- demic experiences is broadened, incor- porating within and outside of the classroom. Inter-relations among the challenges of class, perplex complexities of society and personal development are emphasized. A student is not pro- grammed to accept a role or pattern. Faculty guide and within the freedom of a varied curriculum, underlying ques- tioning attitude, and a lessening of tra- ditional discipline, he makes a choice. The absence of a dermerit system or permission for a discussion canlt mea- sure growth of individual responsibility. The worth ol this system can only be an intangible expression ol a student's voluntary quest for knowledge. 9

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l English explores meaning of communication This year a variety course was offered by the English De- partment. In addition to the study of literatureg creative writ- ing, contemporary novel, and speech are electives for the upper classmen. Another innovation this year was the method of team teaching. By this system, students are exposed to more than one teacher's viewpoints on a topic. Students are also encouraged to express their ideas freely. Early in October, a large group of interested Juniors and Seniors attended a memorable performance of Richard III at the Stratford, Ontario Festival. For the most part it was their hrst experience with the Shakesperian Theater-in-the-round. , Those students willing to meet a challenge may join the de- bate team under the direction of Sister Rose Margaret. Not only does this worthwhile organization improve the students speaking ability but he is given an opportunity to develop his mind and reasoning powers, as well as his self-confidence. 10