Independence High School - Spirit Yearbook (Charlotte, NC)

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V.I.C.A. presents plaques President Becky Owens glances over a newly arrived pamphlet. V.I.C.A., which stands for Vocational In¬ dustrial Clubs of America, presented the athletic coaches with individual plaques in appreciation for the untiring attention which they gave to the school this year; a plaque was also hung in the gym. Interested students who are enrolled in a vocational class are eligible for membership in V.I.C.A. Monthly meetings are held in which members are informed about dif¬ ferent vocations which they wish to pursue. Majorette Club participates in Carnival All girls interested in baton twirling are eligible for membership in the Ma¬ jorette Club. The club, advised by Mrs. Campbell, was given pointers on improv¬ ing its skill. Lectures were given which added interest to meetings. Members of the Majorette Club prepare for the Winter Carnival. M - V I c ' -v

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G.A.A. attends convention The girls have mixed emotions as a player nears the basket. The Girls’ Athletic Association provides interested girls with the opportunity to participate in s ports. President, Regina Shir- ey, and advisor, Miss Yarborough, firmly stated that promoting good sportsmanship is the major objective. The club achieved this goal by its exemplary behavior at the North Carolina Girls’ Athletic Association Conven¬ tion held at Greensboro, North Carolina, which the club attended in the spring. Members of the G.A.A. plan their trip to the state convention in Greensboro. As the game draws to a close, girls jump eagerly to claim the ball. 49

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Art Club has Christmas display Andrea Austin presides at an Art Club meeting. The Art Club discusses projects for the future at a regular meeting. During the Christmas season, the Art Club displayed a window representing the Madonna and Child. Advised by Miss Thomas, the club was organized so that stu¬ dents might gain a better under¬ standing of art and develop skills in the various phases of fine arts. To be a member, a student must have a B average in art or be recommended by Miss Thomas. Miss Wheeler listens as Jackie Wallace correctly explains the op¬ eration of the projector. Audio Visual members serve school Mark Dover, Jackie Wallace, and Ken Young check a projector to insure its efficient operation. Members of the Audio Visual Club rendered service to the school by their efficient operation of and caring for the audio visual equipment. Members must satisfactorily complete a training program before they may become a certified operator.