Mitchell High School - Gold and Blue Yearbook (Mitchell, IN)

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Speaking ls the Universal Tool Como esta ustedi' and s'Como se llama were two common greetings used by M.H.S. language students. Spanish and Latin phrases were in common use in Mitchell High School, as these two subjects made up the curriculum of the Language Department. Spanish has grown in popularity since it was first introduced three years ago. Six students were en- rolled in Spanish ll last year, but this number has increased four times. The Spanish l enrollment has increased approximately three times from the num- ber three years ago. Latin has been taught at Mitchell for many years, but its importance has not decreased through the years. Latin I and II students have been gaining a firm foundation for understanding English vo- cabulary, since sixty per cent of our English words have been derived from Latin words. Speech student, Pat Wilhams, studies a lip-reading chart under the guidance of Mrs. Ruby Pruett. M 4 1 Rhea Dawn Harvey conjugates a verb in Latin class with the assistance of Mrs. Golda Knight. Senoritas Donna Busch and Vicki Holt record their Spanish conversation for Mrs. Billie Cox.

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For Young Debaters and Linguists Rehearsing for a future production, the dramatic students practice facial expressions and speaking tones. Speaking correctly through experiences was the speech and dramatics theme. Through group partic- ipation, many students overcame their stage fright by the constant practice which they gained in their speech classes. Several types of speaking were re- hearsed throughout the year. Many students enjoyed the Student Congress sessions where they voiced their own opinions during legislative meetings. Teams were formed and debating programs were presented to the classes. Several different topics were discussed by this method of controlled argu- ment. Mr. Cross startled a few students when he asked them for an extemporary speech. However, not many pupils were completely lacking in wordsg thus, speeches without preparation were possible. Group discussion brought forth the problems of everyday speaking. These talking sessions familiar- ized the students with the techniques of polite con- versation. Ideal casting, and the actors' apparent under- standing of their roles, combined to make the drama department presentations a total success. The plays of both delightful comedy and tragedy provided the members of the casts with an opportunity to fully display their talents. The transformation of students into entertainers was often difficult work. However, weeks of diligent practice and hours of coaching by drama instructor, Mr. Cross, proved to be successful when the final productions were presented on the Mitchell High School stage. Drama students appeared in three plays this year. The first was Good-by My Fancy, selected for the senior class play. An all school play and a musical were also given. Calmly stating her views. ,Ianet Knight presents her speech for class criticism.

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Math and Science Provide a Foundation ', 'fltfff Ii, i Complex Algebra l problems are made simple to Ruth Ann Collins The math courses offered at M.H.S. strove to deepen the student's understanding of basic mathe- matical principles. General mathematics dealt with advanced arithmetic and some basic principles of Algebra. This was to give a mathematical background to those who did not wish to take Algebra l and II. The latter subjects dealt with unknowns, logarithms, and beginning trigonometry. Trigonometry, offered along with Senior Math, taught students the measuring of the sides and angles of triangles. Geometry, also offered, trained the stu- dents in the measurement and relationships of lines, angles, solids, and planes. All of these courses were found by many of the students to be an essential part of their education. Mathematics aided them in obtaining the solutions to many, various problems. The students who en- rolled in these courses emphasized the fact that mathematics is necessary in everyone's educational background. Mr. Hardman explains a division problem to jack Bailey while Steve Meadows becomes familiar with a protractor. and Larry Leonard through Mr. l..ewis's explanation. .-35 f??3'F1iL Trigonometry student. Don Fortner, explains a problem under the supervision of Mr. Huffman.