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

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5 Jack Daniel Martha Daniel William Dawkins Carl Carrigus 3? Joe Greene Kenneth Hawkins Harvey J ames Thomas Kennedy Marcia Malanaphy Margaret York Gloria Norton J ames Southard 6,. Mass calisthenics are an, intricate portion of the Physical Edu- ercises. The purpose of the exercise, Whe rocking chair? is to cation program at Norland in that they serve as the warm-up ex- loosen leg tendons and strengthen the quadriceps of the upper leg. 67

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L h Opportunity to test one,s acrobatic ability is present Dismounting from the vaulting horse in gymnastics class, Carol Raidman when the tumbling class participates in rape climbing. has just completed a performance awarded by applause from classmates. Embarking on a grueling journey to the summit of the rope, Marsha Kesner is about to launch her total effort into this test of strength. PHYSICAL ED. S tresses S portsmanship and Builds H ealthy Bodies Development of the human body is the primary objective of the Boys7 Physical Education Depart- ment. Calisthenics are performed daily to stimul- late muscle groups normally unused during regular activity. Participation in various activities such as football, basketball, and baseball, while promoting a sportsmanlike competitive spirit is designed to help increase endurance and agility. Tumbling and wrestling offer the opportunity to test individ- ual skills and strengths under the adroit supervision of the entire coaching staff. Although not indulging in as rigorous a pro- gram as the boys, the Girls9 Physical Education Department is dedicated to increased personal fit- ness. With the exception of football, all major sports are offered. Modern Dance, also included in the curriculum, accents coordination and poise, necessary to development of sound bodies.

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Utilizing the spacious gym for a game of volleyball, physical edu- cation students devote themselves to the advancement of their Almost professional in technique, Ed Helms and Rick Helton dem- onstrate a wrestling hold from prone position to their classmates. team in the face of stij? competition. Indoor recreational facilities prove especially advantageous during cold and rainy weather. During her physical education class, Gayle Beatty main- tains her physical fitness by exercising on the parallel bars.