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

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£J .A Although the hands of the clock seem to be spinning, Ron Martin feels it necessary to proof¬ read his paper before making his final copy. J ( Do you remember this classic grammar joke? You should, as grammar is a must during each of our four years in English. However, grammar does not comprise the entire course of study. Composition and literature classes are offered at all levels. Special attention to reading, vocabulary and spelling is also included in the curriculum. As freshmen, we journey hack to ancient times through the study of Herzherg’s Myths and become a part of the “wild west” while reading the Covered Wagon. The study of Ivanhoe introduces us to the romance of the Crusades. During our sophomore year not only do we sample several biographies, hut we also attempt to write our own. Shakespeare is introduced at this time through the plav. Julius Caesar , and modern short stories keep us up to date. Every junior vividly recalls the relief felt after delving into stacks of hooks, organizing note cards, and finally com¬ posing and typing his Term Topic. A pleasant memory is the reading and analyzing of Giants in the Earth . In addition to Shakespeare and other English authors, many varieties of original composition are studied bv seniors. Advanced courses in composition and literature were offered to seniors for the first time in order that they might have the opportunity to study Western World Literature in depth. Page 7 Donna Davis rechecks the spelling of a word, realizing that each misspelled word will lower her grade.

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past WJe rjCeanx Jo CjuicL To test a learning process, Linda Dar¬ ter wanders blindly through the human maze constructed by Mr. Russell An¬ derson’s psychology . class. $ It is from a knowledge of the past that the plans for a successful future are generally made. Our social studies depart¬ ment offers a complete coverage of history from the muffled cry of the cave man to the “New Frontier.” As sophomores we are assigned a foreboding infinity of names and dates in World History. Do you remember when the Rattle of Hastings took place? U. S. History, a subject required of juniors, gives an un¬ biased summary of the historical life of our country. It is rough this study that the jumble of laws and concepts referred to in the news of the day becomes clear. Current affairs, both national and international, are followed by most of our seniors. As students of Civics and World Prob¬ lems. these informed young adults attempt to analyze the problems of the country. Economics also lends a hand in this analytical survey of world affairs. The study of our free enter¬ prise system is offered as an alternative for World Problems. As the leaders of the future, it has been our privilege to be concerned with the problems of the past and present. sf.i “I disagree!” argues Ruth Mahaney in a panel discussion, “Communism Within”, broadcast on WGVE. Identifiable members of the Civics panel are Steve Tokarski, Loretta Zakzewski and Allan Russell. fu,d( Page 9