Morton High School - Top Hat Yearbook (Hammond, IN)

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arts, fitness courses Construction difficulties prevented the use of the gym the first semester. Hampered by this problem, physical education teachers conducted classes in regular assigned rooms. Second semester found classes in the gym. New mats, ropes, and parallel bars enabled students to put their classroom knowledge into practice. Physical fitness played a part in Health and Safety classes. Learning the human bone structure and how it affects body movement was the task of each student. Concert Choir purchased metallic blue robes and egg¬ shell white stoles and wore them in all concerts and assemblies. Girls’ Choir members chose gold blazers for their concert appearances. Vocal groups used a new sys¬ tem of microphones and taping equipment for concerts. Band members utilized their new facilities of a tiered band platform and practice area. These rooms became the birthplace of the band’s new repertoire. New facilities enabled art students to experiment with new art ideas and concepts. Wooden mallets, chisels, soldering irons, and wire cutters, employed by student hands, created sculptures and abstract paintings. Out¬ standing projects were exhibited in the art showcase. MUSICAL ABILITY is demonstrated by Valerie Hodis and Polly McPheron as Mr. Larry Patterson tests them on a song. RECEIVING ASSISTANCE from Mr. Daniels, Health and Safe¬ ty students Anna Mallory and Mike Mazur examine the hu¬ man skeleton. Bone structure is studied with body function. OUT OF CLASS PRACTICE enables Pam Lloyd to perfect her musical ability on the flute with Mr. Melton ' s help. Musicians used study periods and lunch hours for these sessions.

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achievements The excitement of social activities . . . The fun of day to day school life . . . The adventure of new classes . . . The thrill of being part of it all .. . Pondering over freshmen orientation problems 23