Marion High School - Hurricane Yearbook (Marion, VA)

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Arts Mr. Henry watches as the students listen to Spanish recordings. A Spanish III class was added to the curriculum this year under the supervision of Mr. Henry. The Spanish classes supplement their regular textbook by the reading of Spanish magazines called El Sol and Hoy Dia. The Latin II students are studying Roman and Greek writers and the development of the Roman and Greek theaters. Interesting filmstrips about the development of the Latin language aid the grammatical study. Both Latin and Spanish clubs meet during class on appointed days. Vickie Wilson. Fred Herndon. Mr. Herndon instructs his students on a play. Page 13

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Language Roger Callis. Eloise M. Courtney. All the English classes study literature and grammar, with time devoted to develop¬ ing writing and public speaking skills. Outside reading is represented by monthly book reviews and in research for term papers. With the aid of new equipment —record players and an opaque projector —the teach¬ ers are able to supplement their teaching with greater appreciation. Sue Medley. Karen Ostdahl. Betty G. Wilson. Marvin Winters. Mrs. Wilson points out the difference between Puritan and Cavalier England. The ninth grade English class re-enacts a scene from David C opperfield. Ke

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Fine Mrs. Linkous advises students as they work on a variety of assignments. The Art classes are set up on three-year levels. As a student progresses from year to year, he learns more diffi¬ cult techniques. The students find a way of expressing their creative ability and originality. They also enter in state and local competition. The students have worked with ceramics and paper mache this year as new areas of interest. Nile D. Linkous. Page 14 Barbara Hash and Mrs. Linkous discuss an oil painting.