Highland High School - Shield Yearbook (Highland, IN)

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significance to present world problems, events History — the key to the future. In order to better understand current affairs, one must fully understand the past. World and U.S. History tell of not only past events, but their signi- ficance on events of today. Delving into these problems and searching for solutions, students in world and social problems classes find it necessary to trace an event to its very beginnings. World geography classes “trav- el” throughout the world, seeing dif- ferences in terrain and climate. To better acquaint students with laws and systems of our country, the social studies department requires sen- iors to take a course in government and economics. The Constitution, bylaws, and the workings of the stock market are part of the curriculum. Mr. Charles McGinley. government teacher, ponders a fine point in the executing of the U.S. Constitution. The effect of geography and terrain are significant on the major events of the history of the United States as Mr. Randy Sheets, history teacher, points out. Geographical harriers and natural resources both helped and hindered the settlement of the West. Reading, study, and research are the keys to a basic understanding of world and vocational problems as Junior Milton LaMantia studies an extra reading assignment. A basic understanding of past events leads to an understanding of the events of today. Social Studies 13

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Social studies department gives U.S. History students ponder current questions. Students in world history classes debate various aspects of the colonization of America. Testing acquired knowledge is a major part of basic curriculum in social studies classes. To learn the basics oj history requires not only diligent study, but intensive research into the past and present woria affairs. 12 Social Studies

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Language study aids, enhances students’ comprehension, power to communicate Foreign language and a keener appreciation of English has become an important part of the curriculum offered at Highland High. Dialogues, expository talking and prepared speeches are some of the many features in the schedule of a for- eign language student. German, Latin, French, and Spanish are each offered as four year electives, allowing stu- dents to graduate with a major in for- eign language if they choose. Cuisine and customs are also part of the program as language stu- dents take many field trips and con- verse with exchange students and natives of foreign countries. Three Highland High students spent part of the summer living and attending school in South America, while South Amer- ican students came to Highland to live, study and learn. Highland’s English classes strive not only to increase vocabulary and grammar skills, but also to ac- quaint students with the great literary works of our time. Beginning with Eng- lish and expanding to foreign language study, students become competent to express themselves in many ways. Foreign exchange student Juan Molina studies quietly in the spacious, well-lit library. Juan comes from Columbia, South America and stayed to live and attend school in Highland for three months, learning the culture and customs of A merica. Latin instructor Miss Alpha Braunwarth reviews declensions of nouns with h er first-year Latin class. Symbolizing Highland ' s foreign language depart- ment, French, German, Latin and Spanish books make a colorful library display. 14 Foreign Language, English