Independence High School - Spirit Yearbook (Charlotte, NC)

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Students in French Class acquire a basic conversational vocabulary, placing much emphasis on conversational patterns. Spanish II classes are carried on only in Spanish. The students study dialogues containing the vocabulary and the structure and conjugation of verbs in different tenses. I.H.S. students offered a variety of languages A total of seventeen hours of foreign language instruction are offered daily to students at Independence Senior High. Five teachers comprise the foreign language department, which offers to students a four-year program in French and Spanish, and a three-year program in Latin. Fifth-year studies are expected to be added, as the occasion arises. Eight courses in Spanish, levels 1-4, are offered under Senor Luis Manrique, a native of Lima, Peru, and Senora Ann Brown. Six courses in French, levels 1-4, are offered by Mesdames Irene Clark and Kay Golden. Mrs. Jean Merchant is teaching three levels of Latin this year. Such activities as fiestas, soirees, and Roman banquets enrich foreign-language studies for students through club participation. In Latin I, much emphasis is placed on the study of English derivatives - prefixes, suffixes, and word roots. Mrs. Morie Pruden English 12; Declaration Advisor Mr. John Rea World History, Psychology, Sociology, Reading Improvement; Wrestling Coach Mr. Robert Quillen Horticulture, Construction Trades; Photography Club Advisor. Mrs. Lennie Sever Typing I; FBLA Advisor 44

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Mrs. Doris Parker Bookkeeping I, II, III; Typing II, Future Business Leaders of America Advisor Mrs. Gail Peacock Art I, II, III; Art Club Advisor Mr. John Phaff English 11, 12, World History, Theater; Key Club Advisor Mr. Gary Pierce Drivers Education; Head BasebaLl Coach, Assistant Football Coach P.E. develops students mentally and physically Physical education is that phase of education which, through the medium of motor activities, guides the individual in the successful solution of the presistent problems of living. It is directed, purposeful activities concerned directly or indirectly with body movement. Desirable traits and skills, wholesome interests, attitudes, and appreciations are developed through a variety of learning experiences. The Physical Education classes include instruction in new activities, reviewing of old activities, and the develop¬ ment and improvement of skills and techniques. A variety of different activities helps to build a varied program. Through these activities a student obtains exercise, compe¬ tition, a feeling of accomplishments, and a chance to get along with others. They develop an understanding and appreciation of the various activities, and instill a whole¬ some attitude toward active participation now and in the future. Boys in Physical Education often warm up a game of basketball. Girls in first period Physical Education class start the day with warm-up- exercises. Students enjoy practicing on the tram-

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Mrs. Catherine Skibbe LRC Secretary Miss Martha Smith English 11, SAT; Coach for Debate Team Mr. Herman Triplett Algebra I, II, General Math Mrs. Grace Templeton Model School Coordinator ROTC Students learn facets of modern Military drilling and wearing of the uniform comprise one portion of the course. aerospace Independence was honored this year as one of two Charlotte—Mecklenburg high schools selected to participate in the Air Force Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps. Under this program, high school boys ideally undertake a three-year course of study concerning aerospace education. However, since this was our first year, only the participating sophomore cadets will be able to reap the full benefits of the program. Meeting each day in the mezzanine classroom in the gym, the boys were taught by Sgt. Miller and Col. Ball. The cadets added a military flavor to the halls of Independence as they donned their uniforms several times a week for exacting drills. The program has proved to be very successful in challenging Independence boys to military excellence. As assembly was held first semester for the initial selection of cadet officers and appointment of flight sergeants, squad leaders, color bearers and guards. In addition to classroom instruction, teamwork and discipline are stressed.