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

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Precision and timing are absolute essentials when operating me- by a radical saw employed by a student. Accurate manipulation chanical cutting instruments. Crosscutting a wooden plank is done results in the production of useful and decorative carpentry pieces. w xQx Gerald Boyd Edward Johnson Josephine Kamp James Pete Gary Ware Primary cuttings are made possible by the use of the circular saw. Contemplating if he should follow in the footsteps of Robin Mr. Pete instructs Fritz Mueller as to the correct procedure. Hood, Jim Donahue will, in any case, put his bow to use.

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Perhaps not aspiring to become a judge, JeJ? Boomhower con- templates the use of his gavel while adding the finishing touches. INDUSTRIAL ARTS Seeks Achievement Through Practical Craftsmanship Industrial Arts is the specific part of the learn- ing of technical skills through practical application in the form of project construction. Norland has six areas in the department: metals, woods, draft- ing, graphics, electricity, and crafts. Each area pro- vides a Wide Variety of experiences which may or may not, depending on the individual, relate to a studentas career. Industrial Arts is a part of gen- eral education, rather than preparation for a speci- fic vocation. Emphasis is placed on planning, safety and craftsmanshipe-all important areas. Students in this area have an opportunity to t compete in the annual Dade County Industrial Arts Awards Program. All schools in the South Florida 1 area enter this competition, in which the past has t seen Norland fare exceptionally well. The awards h in the various divisions are based on originality, design, workmanship, and eye-appeal. 1 Lacking the required schematic, Challis Bailey makes use of as- sistance from Mr. Ware in the verihcation of Ohm,s Law. Elec- 60 tricity, recently introduced into the I ndustrial Arts curriculum, has been met with widespread acceptance by students agiliated with it.

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Assembling a conglomeration of articles to be used in studying textures, Mrs. Cassady is pleased with her unusual creation. James Barwick Gene DeSmet Zelda Zoe Cassady Robert Duff 62 FIN E ARTS Encourages Creative Ability Through Self-Expression Ability to speak clearly and vividly and to pre- sent logical arguments is very important in modern society. Norland,s Drama, Speech, and Debate De- partments enable the student to develop these neces- sary skills through various types of activities. Self- expression through plays, dramatic interpretations, and characterizations is the key to success for drama students. Speech and debate students learn how to take part in formal debates, impromptu speeches and group discussions where the art of per- suasive and logical speaking is quickly developed. Art is another important method of self-expres- sion. The Art Department encourages creative abili- ty and natural talent by various forms of art work ranging from pencil sketching and oil painting to silk screening and chalk drawing. Many service projects include creating the activities calendar, painting a mural in the library, constructing dec- orations for dances, and conducting the annual art exhibit which is formulated by student artists. Authoritatively, Mr. Duffs directing commands the attention and cooperation of every choir member during rehearsals.