Griffith High School - Reflector Yearbook (Griffith, IN)

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Students discussed today’s problems dur- ing Preparation tor Adult Livin g Class. Home Ec. ranged from dating to dressmaking Through sewing, Kathy Baroevich found fun, entertainment and a challenge as well as many new outfits of the latest styles to add to her wardrobe. Young girls with young dreams prepared themselves for the future in the Home Economics Department. They studied basics of sewing and problems of the adult world. With mouths full of pins and minds in stitches, girls constructed new wardrobes in clothing classes. Matching plaids and measuring grain lines presented problems, but the product was well worth the trouble. “Does a good date make a good mate?” Such questions were asked and answered by Preparation for Adult Living classes. Girls discussed social aspects of life and marriage and learned to shop and to care for a house and family. 21

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A crackling bonfire, rented tuxes, greasy stage makeup and pep sit-ins symbolized ACTIVITIES Molding awkward, shapeless chicken wire into a prize-winning class float . . . losing voices at a tense football gameon a crisp autumn night . . . practicing during spare time for a two-night dramatic per- formance . . . opening a clean white box to find a gorgeous, delicate orchid . . . students living and tak- ing part in school activities. Club and school events add that extra touch which makes going to school more than just studying, writing and memorizing. These ac- tivities instill in students a loyalty to their school, theirteams, their friends. They are proud to be part of GHS. They’re involved . . . having fun and enjoying life today.