Lew Wallace High School - Quill and Blade Yearbook (Gary, IN)

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The loss of memory, and not the loss of keys, is Claire Malis ' s problem now with one of the new combination lockers. At lunchtime, Carol Bobik tells her friends, Molly Lyon, Linda Komisarcik, and Carolyn Kravetz, about a humorous experience in her chemistry lab.

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Mrs. Edith Guest, a member of our hard-working janitorial staff, patiently waits for Phil Clement to pick up his books and papers, papers. A tradition which begins each school day is the raising of the flag accompanied by the bugle. R.O.T.C. students perform this ritual. Our school days at Lew Wallace are routine, but they are never carbon copies. There are always new experiences or new friends to be discbvered among the 1,700 students in high school. Greeting friends at the locker, exchanging homework, and making plans for the day ' s end are typical events. Our morning classes begin with the raising of the flag, but time passes so swiftly that before we know it we are hurrying to lunch. After renewing our energy, we fight our way through the crowded halls, heading for our afternoon classes in which we gain more knowledge. Most of our high school courses are required, but we broaden our interests through many elective courses. However, the routine is often changed by amusing incidents in the classroom which strengthen the bond between students and teachers. I wonder if III need this book, too? asks Yvonne Stazinski as Charles Yelusich holds her books for her.

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The steady stream of students to and from the north door after school increases from day to day. £r ra- Action at its best is displayed as the varsity basketball team practices during one of their many after school sessions. curric u There is a strange fascination about staying after school. The tension of a hectic school day is stilled, and a relaxed atmosphere prevails as the students participate in after school activities. Many become so engrossed in activities and so unconscious of the time that their evening meal and home are often forgotten. The rewards of participating in club activities are fun and the feeling of belonging . Services performed by the various clubs help to develop leadership and other personable qualities in their members. Hours and hours are spent by the Publications staff writing and revising copy for the Philosopher and the Quill and Blade. Fighting for Wallace ' s fame, Wallace athletes practice long and hard hours each night. Win or lose, good sportsmanship is the goal. Working together and sharing responsibilities are among our cherished memories. (a 8 Taffy apple salesmen Geraldine Zivich and Lorraine Bara help support the Olympians through after school activity. Delores Kacir, Karen Philipps, Diane Novosel and Martha Melvin are a few of the buyers.