Jackson Preparatory School - Precis Yearbook (Jackson, MS)

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Numerous Speakers Highlight Character Emphasis Weeks No Man Is an Island was the thought-provoking theme for the senior high Character Emphasis Week. The week included various local speakers and an in- spiring film. Every day Bobby Graham conducted the morning watch devotionals involving meditations on the subject for that day. On Monday, a symposium was held by three schol- ars on the ways social responsibility produces a better society. The speakers were Dr. Mitias, a philosopher, Dr. Wesley Busby, a historian, and Rev. joe Burnett, a theologian. Each gave his opinion on the theme and possible ways for the individual to contribute to his society. Mr. Jim Austin of the jackson Youth Court spoke on Tuesday about the problem of juvenile delin- quency in the area. He stated that every young person must take a certain responsibility for this growing problem, and he concluded the session with examples and a question-answer period. On Wednesday, everyone viewed the symbolic si- lent film The Parable during his English class. Dur- ing activity period, Dr. Julius Collum spoke on the symptoms of stress and depression and how a student could help one on the verge of mental illness. Dr. james Travis on Thursday gave beneficial hints on developing a positive attitude about aging. He dis- cussed the problems facing jackson's elderly and how young people could help. On the last day, classes divided up during first and second periods to hear speakers from the Voluntary Action Group, Parks and Recreation, Methodist Reha- bilitation Center, Animal Rescue League, and the Mississippi Library Commission for the Blind. These social workers spoke and presented slides conceming the problems their organizations help and their needs for volunteer youth. Upper right-Speaking on behalf of the Voluntary Action Group, a representative stressed the importance of getting involved. Below-An Animal Rescue League spokesman discussed the importance of students assisting in her organization. Mrs. Bowen and Miss Brookshire were eager to know Dr. man's obligations to society. James Travis's opinions

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Above-With their amusing float, the Se- niors were able to capture a second win in homecoming activities. Upper left-Going all out to impress the judges of the skits were sophomores Rob Tyson, Alexandra McNees, Leisa Tillery, Sara Tolley, and friends. Seniors Alison Nichols, Buddy Ku- ykendall, and Tayloe Simmons vied for the approval of the audience and judges in the Senior skit. 23

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Initiating the week for the junior high was Rev. Wayne Barber, who gave his interpretation of the week's theme. Being entertaining as well as informative, local radio personalities Bob Rawls and Al Simmons spoke on Wednesday. Junior High Character Emphasis Week was held November 15-20 with the theme of Beginnings illus- trated in the stage setting displaying the wise expression Mighty Oaks from Tiny Acorns Grow. At the start of each day, a student presented a devotional over the loud- speaker, and a corresponding message opened each as- sembly program. On Monday Wayne Barber, assistant pastor of Colo- nial Heights spoke, and there was a pantomine presented by Broadmoor Baptist Church followed by a play staged by some of Prep's own students. On the following day, the pastor of Christ United Methodist Church, Rev. Da- vid Mclntosh, spoke and sang. Further carrying out the week's theme, Rabbi Bemholt, Ricky Kimbrough, and Bob and Al of WSLI Radio spoke on professions. Thurs- day, Adrienne Bass and Ginger Veazey danced ballet to the Theme from Brianis Song, and Bill Clark of VVLBT delivered a joyful musical medley followed by a serious soul-searching discussion. Concluding the week's activi- ties, Rev. Jerry Merriman spoke, and Prepis own Com- pany performed. BilllGreen, foundwwhatyjiml Austin of the jackson Youth Court had to say most interesting. 25