Lakewood High School - Cinema Yearbook (Lakewood, OH)

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English Program Increases Power of Self Expression Dale D. Hutton Chairman English Gladys Dollofi Gerirude McTaggar! 112 A John C. Mitchell .sal fs A Seymour A. Slate: Page 24 war , Genevieve Cook A ' it Edna C. Kleinmeyer Melissa Miner x if r , 'F A ll it Charles E. Shaw Wallace Smith English 3, 4. is 5 The aim of English 3 and 4 courses is to increase the general knowledge of grammar, composition, usage, and literature. English 5 serves as a re- medial measure for students who have difficulty in mastering the basic skills and fundamentals. English 7 English 7 emphasizes the craft of writing. Using .-lrlfwfif ilflllllllf-1', students improve language and communication skills. The completion of a term research paper gives the experience of revising original writing to gain better expression. English 6 as 8 English 6 and 8 offer wide variety for students with diversified interests. Above and beyond the actual literature, these courses provide a chance to learn the history and philosophy of the peo- ple and the effects of literature in society. Speech and Dramatics Speech creates for each student a challenge to improve his speaking habits. It emphasizes build- ing, presenting, and understanding a speech. Pu- pils interested in the theatre find opportunities to study its basic techniques in dramatics. Journalism Journalism classes, composed of aspiring, young reporters who write for the Lakewood High Times, are the backbone of the weekly newspaper. These prospective journalists learn the import- ance of accuracy and objectivity by experience.

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Thrive in Pleasant Atmosphere of Mutual Helpfulness Robert L. Meeks Assistant Principal lVlr. Robert Meeks supervises the making ol' prograin scliedules for all students and teach- ers. During the course ot' a day, he also counsels and advises many students who are troubled either by behavior maladjustments or in curricular matters. Through example, anecdote, and advice. he has straightened out the thinking ol' many confused youths who turn to him in their perplexities. Lucy Helen Kimball i N itll Dean of iiirls MM Miss Lucy Helen Kimball, the C21- pable Dean ot' Girls, supervises the activities of the Student Council. Her daily accomplishments are manifold, her conferences with stu- dents an all-day affair. A deserved and moving tribute came to her at the Mother-Daughter Banquet in January, 1955, when she was the surprised performer in This Is Your Life. Lucy Helen Kimball. m, ,., .yi ILJ x 4 1

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