George Washington High School - Post Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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NMA THERE IT IS! Students in world history have located something interesting for class discussion. Discussions highlight history study LOOKING AROUND! Mildred Lee, Glen Williams, Kar- en Thompson, and Brenda Baker try their skill at loca- ting different parts of the World. Young people learn from the past and pres- ent to help build a better future. History gives young Americans ideas with which they can apply themselves so that our nation will suffer no decline in power and diplomacy. Higher goals are easier to attain with a fair knowledge of his- tory. Freshmen and Sophomores may enroll in world geography and World history. After Uni- ted States history is completed, seniors are re- quired to take American government the first semester and economic problems the next. Op- tional courses that are offered are Indiana his- tory and international relations. These classes participate in radio programs, panel discussions, debates, and mock conventions. Each facet of history is analyzed and thoroughly covered so that each history student emerges a well-edu- cated and well-prepared citizen who will carry on this nation's tradition of moral, religious, and political freedom in the future. 18

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Progress as we prepare for 'vocations SPEED COUNTS! Mr. Carmichael dictates the lesson while his shorthand class pushes for speed and accuracy. ,L T f f f 5 ,, .f 7164 51,5 . , If ff, , 1 ,,',f, ,7,.f,',, VV L- ,H-id fy, flyff ' Z f ef ' 5 ,vv, f ff 754' 'QM X, ?,'5oJ , , ffffff' ' , , 2 v,, 5711 jj. ,,,. 1 ' ' 45134 ficff ff 2 r WWQK V f 4 f ,mffzffff il f f f , ' ff ' . - H 5.-af, 1 ., gyyy ff! M -qw, ,.,L ,,,, 1 5 Wg . j i Li' A Q79 ,fs Q f f.772'7i3 Q UG fins. 2 K ' be f A , fC'pf 'f. K- -- A A ' .1.' f 1f'3'i'ff u MAY I HELP YOU? Two pupils demonstrate salesmanship tech- niques. Pupils learn office practices A step into progress is taken when a stu- dent successfully finishes a Well-planned busi- ness course. A student who has been carefully trained in business education finds that the ef- ficiency and orderliness he has acquired can be put to good use. This training is not only illus- trated in school work, but also in skills which are utilized in many occupations. The Business Education Department at George Washington High School strives to outline courses which supply practical and functional solutions to the numerous problems found in the business world. Alert instructors keep abreast with any changes which add to the final product of a well-trained student. Evidence of our enthusiasm for high caliber work is found in the girls and boys from this school who have taken positions through- out the city. Silhouettes of progress are clearly shown upon the strong background ot' good business education. ADDITION IN' NO TIME! Mrs. Pittinnn deinonstrntes to Ronald Tice the proper use ot' the adding nnnfhinv. .4