Miami Norland High School - Valhalla Yearbook (Miami, FL)

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In preparation for a conference, Mrs. Hall locates infor- mation concerning test requirements at several colleges. School nurse Mrs. Antley, in charge of the clinic, talks with Mrs. Chamberlin about the most convenient method for taking a student gym gt. Miss Shajyer and Mr. Hohman discuss qualihcations for loans as de- scribed in a scholarship bulletin concerning state and federal grants. N.?v 3 Florence ShaHer Louise Peete home. Since the clinic is equipped for handling only emergencies, Guidance helps by arranging for transportation for sick pupils.

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f Donald Bagley Lucille Fosterq Jane Hall Sam Hoffman Counselors Mr. Scott, Mrs. Peete, Mrs. Foster and Mr. McCabe replenish the dic- tionary of occupational titles with booklets received from the Career Day speakers. Early counseling is invaluable to many sophomores. Mr. Bagley as- sists Mike Dix in choosing his courses for the coming school year. 42 GU ANCE Aims to F Ocus Attention 0n the Individual student Realization of future ambitions is made easier through knowledge of the educational and finan- cial requirements, and the benefits and oppor- tunities associated with the desired field. Mrs. Jessie Chamberlin, Assistant Principal of Guidance, and her staff of trained counselors work with the students to help each realize his potentiali- ties and acquaint him with career opportunities. Counselors were prepared to give valuable in- formation in many categories: secondary school subject selection, college and scholarship materials, job opportunities and training, and Armed Forces information. Mr. Bagley, Mrs. Hall, and Mr. Scott provided assistance to newly arrived sophomores and helped acquaint them with the rules and proce- dures. Mrs. Foster, Mrs. Peete, Mr. Scott, and Mr. MeCabe guided the Juniors in the preliminary prep- arations for future vocations. Seniors were aided in their plans by Miss Shaffer and Mr. Hoffman. Special programs were utilized to supplement the guidance programs. On Career Day, representa- tives from various vocations were given an oppor- tunity to speak to students and answer questions. College Night was conducted in a similar manner to acquaint the student and his parents with the requirements of his next institution of learning.

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SOCIAL STUDIES Creates Awareness of World Affairs, Past and Present i Examination of history and the f orces that create history is the objective of the Social Studies De- partment. The extensive program is planned to give students an understanding of their responsibilities and privileges as American citizens. Through the study of history and various types of government, students are made aware of current world afTairs and controversial issues. From ancient civilizations to modern societies, mankind has f aced problems and gloried in accomplishments. Through an understanding of previous successes and fail- ures, students are better prepared to participate in- telligently in their government functions. World Geography analyzes cultures and peoples through the infiuence of their environment. American gov- ernment creates an awareness of the obligations Pat Carley helps to depict American history by artfully displaying necessary for the continuation Of the democratic a small portion of early colonial life by using visual models. prmCIples 1n the Amerlcan way Of hfe. Expanding horizons and changing cultures help shape the future verse, and to its ever-growing population, it seems to be decreasing of our great world. The earth is but a small part of the vast uni- in size as a result of the discovery of new frontiers in space.