Henderson County Community College - Cardinal Yearbook (Athens, TX)

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I worry about absences, irresponsibility and the attitudes of mystudents. I thank God for the majority of regular responsible young people with patience and under- standing and an eagerness to learn. This is how Harold Spann describes the influence students have on him. He teaches agriculture because he has a farming background, he had vocational ag- riculture in high school, and l'm a good teacher! I like friendly, outgoing people, the beauty of God's creation, school spirit, good sportsmanship, a challenge each day, and honesty. Do unto others as you would have others do unto you, is Mr. Spann's philosophy, and he asks the Lord to give him A heart big enough to include all his creatures. I attempt to give my students a basic knowledge and understanding of economics and accounting. A large number of high school students are not required to take either ' of these subiects for high school graduation. Upon entering college the student finds a E 'f need for these elementary courses. 'T The vast maiority of students are most co-operative, says Richard Guiou, and they influence me by presenting the challenge of 'Helping them learn'. Of stu dent unrest Mr. Guiou points out that it is disturbing, although the vast maiori- ty of students still want to, and are, conducting themselves as well - behaved young people. Edu cation, more than any other single factor, can improve or eliminate many of the adverse conditions under which a large number of our population now lives. lt's a privi- legeto be associated with the teaching profession! ' cial , ' V-'1 . ' I Donnie Duncan says, Students here make coaching and teaching a pleasure. I thor- oughly enioy my work and the students keep me enthusiastic. Concerning student unrest, Coach Duncan adds, I note unrest of many types and 'f I degrees. Most students who believe that a problem exists still try to bring change 'I 3 through proper action. The others, we read about. 'I

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Students are an inspiration to me, they are the future of our society! says Willard George. Their responses and reactions strengthen my belief in the basic qualities of the young people of today. l want to teach them to think and be able to apply their knowl edge in an area of study. Mr. George feels that the world of business better enables people to make a better liv ing and to manage their financial affairs. The problems in the world today are indications of man's search for the basic pur- poses of life through new experiences, discontent with hypocracy, and indicates a cul tural lag in an era of rapid scientific and material advantage. I try to provide as many opportunities as possible for the student to have learn- ing experiences which contribute to his progress toward the obiectives specified in the program in which he is enrolled, and sufficient knowledge to make the experi- ences meaningful , says Don Linebarger, data processing instructor. I fell that most students are honest and sincere about their education, and he learns by having the opportunity to perform, and make a reasonable number of mistakes. I think most of us realize that the school is here forthe student, and the stu- dent has a right to be heard, and have his position considered. I am optimistic about the world situation today because one of our basic - be- liefs in America is that competition is healthy. Goals are not reached and records not set in the absence of competition. ii Students influence me in many ways. Interest encourages greater motivation. Stu- dents are individuals and I want to give each one a basic knowledge of the subiect suit- able to his needs. I hope to assist and encourage each student to strive to reach his potential, and each student that succeeds strengthens my hopes. I believe that a great many people today are trying to change things for the sake of change. To bring about results, it will be necessary to have solutions that will be for the better not iust for a change, says Fred Adams, Jr.

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l Students are our business. They are the reason we are here! They reveal my strong points and more importantly, they reveal my weak points. l learn from them how to teach them and those that will follow them. People enrich other's lives, and there is no better place for this to happen than in the classroom, says William Clark, speech and dramatics teacher. Speech offers a chance for student and teacher to mesh ideas and learning. lt particularly offers the student a chance to talk about and digest material being learned elsewhere. Drama mirrors life - it gives students a chance to relate the expe- riences of others to their own experiences. There is no pain in unsuccessful teaching - there is reenforcement in success. The learning experience works upon both student and teacher. It is both painful for both and pleasurable for both. The knowledge must be usable for both in the day to day iob of living and more particularly in thinking. Most students are aware of their purpose for being in an educational system, is Hubert Wilbur's views on today's student. He teaches music because there is a definite need for specialization, and l get more 'money' for teaching in this field. About student unrest, drugs, etc., Mr. Wilbur comments, lt has been said that a little learning can be dangerous. l feel that most of the unrest and turmoil exhibited today is a result of the failure of many individuals to have a complete understanding of what is happening. Much of the unrest, drug addiction, etc. which exists today is a result of a breakdown in intel- lectual, moral and social order. Mr. Wilbur enjoys people who are pleasant to work with, He says, Peo- ple ,do not always have to agree, but they can be agreeable. The main barriers to student performance in the area of mathematics are mental at- titudes and to a lesser extent there are insufficient special math talents involved. l try to adiust my classroom operations to meet the needs by their questions or expressions, with the goal of communication, these remarks come from Merle Walker ll, lnstructor of mathematics at HCJC. There are too many emotional decisions and actions, and too little national activity along with too many false leaders, and misguided, but sincere followers in todays world.