Kennedy High School - Talon Yearbook (Taylor, MI)

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FTA, SLAM, Drama Clubs Provide Activity Tutoring is the specialty of the Future Teachers of America here at JFK. Under the excellent direction of Mrs. Wertz, their advisor, thirteen students taught children at the Smith Elementary School during the last semester of the year. For their end-of-the-year function, the FTA tutors took all their students on 21 field day to the Detroit Zoo. SLAM is otherwise known as the State Library Assistants Association of Michigan. Under the super- vision of Mrs. Maxwell and Mr. Powlesland, its mem- bers are trained in many library techniques for future careers. Unfortunately pictures of this organization were not made available to the yearbook. Two successful plays, 'The Man Who Came to Dinner', and 'Hamletf were staged by the Drama Club this year. Mr. Furbush directed both produc- tions while serving as the club's advisor. Through this organization, Thespians were able to display their acting talents or merely enjoy being a 'ham, once in a while. 54 Activities 4-I-1 I!!

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Student Government Stripes or nity, Spirit i V MI .,,- A I E 'i . 15. - i W 744 - f-WT f - - Direction for students is achieved in endless hours of group activity in the form of Student Government. Through Student Government, stu- dents may voice individual opinions and ideas. This year, activities included dances, special assemblies, and the establishment of a new dress code. For the first time in the school's history, girls were allowed to wear slacks, and boys were allowed to grow long hair and sideburns, until November, 1970, when the code will be up for revision. Also accomplished under the able leadership of the of- ficers were the successful Homecoming Ceremonies and the Spinster, as well as several socials. To replace the annual festivities of Spirit Week, the three classes campaigned for the March of Dimes. Throughout the year, the executive board, to- gether with the general assembly, strived for the needs, the goals, and the spirit of the student body. Far upper left: Secretary S. Tobachak must record and type minutes so that the school is kept aware of its activities. Far lower left: Pres. P. Richey conducts stu- dent government with the assistance of vice-president D. Hilliker. Left: Treas. T. Tetz is busy keeping financial records accurate. Below: Advisor Mr. O'Reilly gives D. Hilliker and P. Richey some tips on how to run a stu- dent government smoothly. ' ggi'-1 f rr. g-.L - 's' .-'E wg ' . -ess: . L om 4. f nvrt!e1an1f.l.,ui ,- 'i Activities 53

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Leh: Senior B. Esclller played tlze lending role in 'Hflll1l6'1,' tlze spring production staged by the Drama Club. Here he is shown in serious contemplation :Mer discussion with the ghost. Top: FTA members J. Rodriguez, J. Hull, N. Salvador, D. Burgess, and D. Betz organize the children Font Smith Elenzentury School for llzeir Held day ut the Detroit Zoo. Above: Tutors K. Savage, N. Salvador, and D. Burgess relax and grab zz quick bite to eat during their lust outing with the clzildren at the zoo. Activities 55