John Marshall High School - Horn Yearbook (San Antonio, TX)

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H istorical touch New, advanced history courses added History — it is a statement of what has happened or a known past. History was also a required course to graduate. There was a large variety of courses to choose from so students could suit their interests. All levels of history were offered, which included American and World History, Government Economics, and World Ge- ography. Other specialities included courses that prepared the student for col- lege material such as Applied Economics Honors, and IRS Honors. Two new courses were also added for next year: Honors World Geography, and Advanced Placement American and Eu- ropean History. History had become more than a re- quired course, it had also become more demanding, for both the teacher and the student. History was not a favorite of everyone, but, with mteresting teachers Freshman Lauri Pearish listens attentively to her American Histury lesson. students started thinking positive about it. History department chairman, Ray Gumm, said, Competition among Mar- shall teachers was more demanding, he also added, We in social studies prefer to think of ourselves as model teachers with model students. We already think of our- selves as leaders in the district. Senior Robin Shoemake commented, I enjoyed my economics class very much. Mr. Smith kept us interested with all of his personal stories and experiences. It ' s definitely good to be prepared for our future financial situations and this course met the requirements. The history courses were not only class- es, but, our own c ultures and back- grounds and necessary for the develop- ment of future generations. ring her American History class, Dacia Mathis happily lembers hct weekend Social Sciences 21

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• « m . 4 V • • ' THE ADDED TOUCH Band has taught me the meaning of competition, commented senior Mike Kruppa, it has helped me strive tor excellence in my musical abilities. Whether it is Band, Drama or Agriculture, electives give students the opportunity to gain knowledge beyond academics. In- dividuality and uniqueness are the key elements to an elective course. Students are presented with the op- portunity to display an array of individual personalities and acquire knowledge for future application. Senior Ed Harris commented, Choosing a business course as an elective has taught me skills that will prepare me for my career in business. Elective courses enable the student to include in their course load classes that capture their curiousity. The specification that elective courses provide helps make each person ' s schedule a reflection of that individual ' s character. Electives give the students extra incentive to succeed and are the added touch that caps off an overall well rounded schedule. Sparks fly as senior James Hernandez works diligently in his vocational elective class. ; 4 . H BlU L. ' i l W t ' vJifl Band 24-17 Choir 28-29 Ramblerettes 30-35 ROTC 36-37 Agriculture 38-39 Art 40-41 Business 42-43 Drama 44-45 Homemaking 46-47 Industrial Arts 48-49 Publications 50-51 Vocational 52-53 ' • • l .• o ■•! • Division Page 23