John C Calhoun High School - Talon Yearbook (Walterboro, SC)

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Changes In . . . Various programs of study were added to the curriculum at J.C.C.A. this year. This gave the students the opportunity to choose from a variety of subjects. The high school students had the advantage over many because they could take courses that really interested them. Through the years, these students have been able to choose from psychology, physics, pre- calculus, and advanced courses in French. With the arrival of new faculty members, computer science and Spanish also became available. High school students were not the only ones who were able to take advantage of the new and exciting developments made in the educa- tional program. Students in the middle and lower schools were exposed to an enrichment program in which they were taught the basics of foreign language. Along with learning the language of a foreign country went learning Miss Sharon Mole, a new addition to the facul- ty, brings Spanish as well as French to the stu- dents of J.C.C.A. Soccer can now be enjoyed by the younger stu- dents along with a variety of other sports. the language of computers. Students in the middle school had access to these computers in order to prepare for later years. Algebra was also moved to the lower grades. This was done with the objective of preparing students for higher math later on in school. Another program which was provided for the middle and lower schools was the physical education program. Because physical fitness is one of the keys to good health, the students were taught a wide variety of sports. These classes and the new academic courses gave the students the chance to pursue their interests.

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Changes In . . . Mrs. Warren and Mrs. Hiers can really handle the kindergarten children. c Opening Lmhhhh