Marion High School - Cactus Yearbook (Marion, IN)

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WHY' WEAR x k gf ,M-wffqqa-s.v My - ' if A . .W ff 5 E -i xr, M sy 435 M A A QWQ ' g 'fa SCULPTURES - This student is busily working on his sculpturing which is only one of the requirements of the MHS advanced art classes. 26 Decorated halls, music for the football and basketball games, and many of the outstanding musical convocations and programs can be attributed to the fine arts department of Marion High School. The extensive coverage in this department offers various opportunities to the Marion High student. Many musical groups fill the halls through- out the day with their melodic sounds as they practice endless hours for performances. The band, dance band, orchestra, and advanced chorus have attained high ratings at competi- tive contests held throughout the state. Ceramics, sculpturing, and painting and drawing are only a few of the courses offered to the Marion High art student in preparation of a career or as a pleasure. These students have participated in district and state contests and have won various honors for themselves and for their high school. Music, Art Emphasize DRUM MAJOR - Drum major Mike Jenkins strutted before the MHS band this year through parades and football games. fQ .vw X wtwnmrmvma' -1. :mn-i:,z

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In Preparing For Future Jobs And Homemaking The practical arts department of Marion High School assists many students in prepar- ing for future occupations and homemaking by its extensive coverage in these fields of study. Drafting, electronics, printing, and many other subjects give assistance and background to students. Many students take part in on- the-job training which helps them to further their education in the specific field in which they are interested for the future. Homemaking may be learned by Marion High girls through the various subjects avail- able. The techniques of sewing and proper selection of materials are taught by clothing classes. Future homemakers learn the funda- mentals of cooking, housekeeping, and the proper care of children through their studies. PRINTING CLASS - An MHS student shows his skill in the use of the printing press. Wifi! A , NOT SO FAST - Shorthand students have diffi- culty learning to write correctly as fast as the teacher dictates to them. s sunny ass s . x sew we-M -X as msmwuw. Q ..:.m:xsmml

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9 E 1 il 2 ,, L, as a f if 5 g f 3 5 i 5 E A PAINTING WINDOWS - Painting downtown HOURS OF PRACTICE - The MHS orchestra store windows at Halloween is one of the pro- practices many hours for its various perform- jects of many art students. ances during the year. Fine Arts To Students At Marion High School MHS BAND MARCHES - The Marion High School Marching Band performed for many football and basketball games during the season. One of their most outstanding performances was in the homecoming parade.