J M Tate High School - Tahisco Yearbook (Gonzalez, FL)

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Linda Bums, Crace Howard, Joyce Kelly, Nancy Arm Ropke, Sally Herrington and Dianne Parker gather around Mrs. Adkinson for last minute instructions about physical education. PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEVELOPS BOTH THE MIND AND MUSCLES Opal Adkinson Mabel Byrd B.S., Troy State Col- B.S., Auburn Univer- lege. Physical Educi- sity of Michigan. Phy- tion. sical Education. James Manderson B.S., Jacksonville State Ralph Chaudron B.S.. Florida State Un- University. M.A., iversity. Physical Edu- George Peabody Col- cation. 1 - Boys an girls iij tne physical education classes at Tate have excellent opportunities to develop co- ordination of their minds and muscles. Because of the variety of the physical education program, it was enjoyable as well as profitable to most of the students. The slate for girls ranged from team sports, such as basketball, soccer, and softball, to individual sports featuring golf and archery. The boys took active part in baseball, basketball, foot- ball, and calisthenics. These sports helped develop sportsmanship and muscular co-ordination. 18

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BUSINESS EDUCATION HELPS TO MOLD THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW Loree Atkinson W. C. Clayton A.B., Bowling Green B.S., University o f University. A. C. A., Alabama. D.C.T. Western Kentucky University. M.A., Flor- ida State University. Bookkeeping, Typing. Many quick “peck, peck” pecks come from the typing classes as they become acquainted and pro- ficient with the keyboard. Learning completely the symbols used in shorthand classes and being able to take speedy dictation is the specific goal of shorthand students. Bookkeeping students become efficient in keeping accurate records. After train- ing in these business courses, many students are able to get jobs immediately after graduation. Obtaining “on the job training” in various occu- pations and, at the same time, taking English, one elective and two hours of D.C.T. at school, stu- dents in the Diversified Cooperative Training Pro- gram become prepared for job opportunities. Am- bitious Aggies become more conscientious as they are graded on the job and as they perform satis- factorily for their employers. Evelyn Treadway Robert May A.B., Georgetown Col- B.S., M.A., Florida lege. Typing, Personal State University. Spec- Typing, Shorthand. ial Education. Personal typing students learn the fundamentals of typing. SPECIAL EDUCATION IS ADDED TO CURRICULUM Added to the curriculum at Tate this year are several classes in Special Education. While the needs of students in these classes are met at their particular levels, students are taught to acquire the basic tools for living. To make students self-suf- ficient and to help them become useful citizens are the main objectives of the classes. 17

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CULTURE IS OBTAINED THROUGH THE ARTS What facets of civilization’s culture are taught which develop within the student an appreciation for art and music? You guessed it, band, art, and choral music! “Seventy-six trombones in the big parade . . Well, we may not have seventy-six trombones, but we do have a big band to put in a big parade. Concert and marching bands learn how to work together in mastering the music of classical and of popular composers. Our great marching band performs at half time during the football season and the concert season is highlighted by district and state contests. An exciting event of this year was participation in the governor’s inauguration at Tallahassee in January. What can I do to develop my creative ability? What can I do in art to better understand myself? These are questions that art students ask them- selves as they work with many materials, and dif- ferent techniques. They learn to truly see and un- derstand the nature of our environment. Many art students have won awards in “Bright Images”, the county art exhibit, the Red Cross International ex- hibit, and the AAUW exhibit at the local and state level. Art is fun and students learn to appreciate many art forms and works of other artists. “Do re me fa so . . .” are the familiar sounds heard in the air when approaching the choral room. Students in vocal music learn breath control, sight reading, part singing, and an appreciation for music. After long hours of practice, they demonstrate their proficiency as they perform in concert for various groups. Carol Langford finds her work in art class to be of much interest. Virginia Anderson Joyce Sidorfsky Myrtle Stevens B.M.E., University of B.M.E.. Phillips Uni- B.S., MS.. Florida Southern Mississippi, versify. M.M.E. Loui- State University. Art. Vocal Music, History, siana State University. Annual. Band. Marching band practices for governor’s in- auguration in January. 19