Greenwood High School - Woodman Yearbook (Greenwood, IN)

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The many skills developed in business classes are invaluable in preparation for the future whether it be college or job. Pattye Young, a junior who has taken several business courses, sees many benefits in taking the classes. She anticipates using her shorthand in college, and she calls typing a must,'. Accounting, according to Pattye, is also helpful because it teaches terms and concepts which would not be learned elsewhere. Traditionally 'academici courses not only offering for students. Of course, the curriculum doesnit stop with the traditionally cacademic, courses. Industrial Arts, Physical Education, Home Economics, and the Central 9 program help develop individual skills, and the Art and Music programs provide good opportunities for students interested in either relaxed or serious study. David Vandergriff, a Senior who has had four years of Art, speaks highly of the department and its chairman, Mr. Josephy Reynolds. He enjoys the break in the routine of the art classes. He feels that Mr. Reynolds is a good influence on the students. He said, Whatever you want to accomplish in this art department, you can, and this is mainly because of the instructors? The Music Department is extremely busy throughout the year with activities in which many students may become involved. The bandis march- ing competitions, the choiris Madrigal Dinners, and the concerts of both groups keeps eveyone involved very busy. Those planning to pursue music as a career receive a solid background and those who are less serious about music can benefit greatly also. Jane Templeton said, It has given me the opportu- nity to make friends within the department and also to branch out and meet people from other schools in various state music organizations? Joy Dosey said, This schoolis music program has geared me toward my future more than any other source. It has affected me positively in all aspectsf, Regardless of the strength of the curriculum or the qualifications of the faculty, the actual quality of the education received depends upon the approach of the individual student. The opportuni- ties for expansion and growth are countless when one applies himself to his work. When this happens, the door to the future is wide open. by W. Herrold 1...-WW -f

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Varied academic program offers over 150 courses in 11 departments GCHS has a strong and varied academic pro- gram. The ll departments include over 150 courses. Each subject makes a unique and definitive con- tribution to the education of every student. The English Department teaches a variety of skills . . . from beginning French to Advanced Speech . . . from Intro to Writing to College Litera- ture. Each class offers an opportunity to further develop the written and spoken expressions of lan- guage. Several seniors have noted specific English courses as being especially valuable. . . . the topics will be very helpful in future studies . . . Tom Williams Senior Tom Willimas felt College Lit was very helpful because the topics covered will be helpful in future studies. College Lit and Research were also noted as being helpful by Christine Davidson because they provided excellent preparation for collegef' Leigh Ann Gossman and Pam Hulett said that they have benefited especially from American Lit. Leigh Ann said that she learned most in classes in which you do the work on your own? The Science Department fespecially Physicsj provides a good preparation for college. It gives one insight into the many aspects of the scientific world? So said Susan Irons, a senior who has taken four years of science courses. The mind is expanded and disciplined by the study of physics and biologi- cal sciences, both offer at different levels. The basic understanding of living organisms and of the physi- cal universe is helpful to everyoneg also the thought processes emphasized and the challenges presented by the science courses provide invaluable prepara- tion for the future-especially forthe college- bound. Thought processes are also affected greatly by the Math Department, without which no education would be adequate. From the Stock Market to the Supermarket to all aspects of modern technology, mathematics are a way of life. When the future promises to include more complex technology than ever before, an understanding of math is essential. Also, as Melanie Turley pointed out, The variety of courses offered in the Math Department are extremely helpful in preparation for college because they teach one to think analyticallyf' The many courses offered include General Math, Computer Math, Geometry, Algebra I and II, and Calculus and Trigonometry. The study of man, past and present, and his mis- takes, behavior and problems is pursued in the Social Science Department. U.S. History, the junior required course, was noted as very valuable by many students. Said Senior Gavin Meek, It's inter- esting to see the development of man-his politics, his inventions, and his achievements in the world? Choices are offered to freshmen and seniors in Social Sciences. Freshmen and sophomores are given a choice between World History, Values and Issues, and Geography. Seniors have their choice of either Psy- chology, Sociology and Economics in addition to the required Government. The department has the objective of evaluating societyis past mistakes, pres- enting issues and applying them to the unknown future.

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Cen tral-9 em phas1ze5 voca tional training ABOVE: LaVerne Taylor checks the blood pressure of Central 9 student as part of the Health Careers program. TOP RIGHT: Pursuing a career in typesetting, Sheryl Jar- nagin works on the computerized typesetter in the Central 9 print shop. It is part of the Printing program at C-9 which also includes learning to use the various types of equip- ment found in modern printing shops. RIGHT: Pat Craighead examines part of the engine of a car in the Auto Mechanics program. Central 9 also offers a course in auto body preparing both mechanics and body shop personnel. OPP. TOP LEFT: Ron Kephart enjoys working with plants and is in the Central 9 Horticulture class. OPP. TOP RIGHT: Modern bookkeeping procedures are taught as part of the Central 9 Distributive Education program. OPP. BOTTOM: Susie Harmon and Lynn Sap- penfield complete bookkeeping procedures in the business program at C-9. fPhotos by D. Badej