New Athens High School - Vespa Yearbook (New Athens, IL)

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Chuck Oberholtzer shows the Spanish II class Spanish currency. The Spanish I class listens to a story, El jardin del pueblo (translation-- The Town's Garden. ) What's going on in the back of the room??? For better understanding of languages, of peoples, and of the common-day usage of our own language, the students are offered four years of English, a modern literature course, and a Spanish course. From the English courses, taught by both Miss House and Mr. Luther, students gain much knowledge of the correct study and usage of grammar. The modern literature class examines the changes and influences of literature and its importance to people and the changing times. Through the close study of Spain, its customs, and its people, the Spanish I and II students are better able to master the Spanish language. Are Chaucer's Canterbury Tales that funny, Neil Schaller?? Santa's Little Elves practice their speech for the Christmas stunt.

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The mixed chorus practices for the choral clinic at S. I. U. z td TZecneatiott The music department at NACHS provides a diversion from the regular routine of school life. Mrs. Frances Hunsaker and Mr. Don Sexton have worked long and hard to provide interesting and educational courses. In these courses, students work closely together preparing for such activities as concerts, contests, parades, and festivals. Students also gain a better understanding of team co-operation in the P. H. classes, taught by Miss Lands and Coach Otness. In such classes, they learn to abide by the rules of the games they play, and thus they are preparing themselves for a healthful, more useful life. While Mr. Sexton makes a last-minute check, the band awaits the downbeat for the Christmas concert. Looks likes fun, but don't break your neck!!!

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The senior boys take a last-minute look at notes before their Ag. test. . . . The Ag. II class learns how to make a hog waterer. . . . Senior Home Ec. class fit their patterns and make their schedules. s4fcfrCtecC Under the capable direction of Mr. Pieron, the students in industrial arts learn how to use and safely operate tools. This year the class built a new candy case for the use of the junior class' candy sales, as well as many other interesting projects for home use. In our agricultural department which is under the guidance of Mr. Taylor, the -tudents are educated in the modern methods of farming. The classes traveled to Chester, where they took part in a land judging contest. The home economics students learn by doing such things as hair styling, cooking, sewing, child care, home decorating, and color harmony. Miss Wyatt is showing excellent ability in her first actual teaching position. Home Ec. I mixes paints while studying color co-ordination. . . . Industrial Arts III tries to keep their minds on their work as they watch the World Series on TV. . . . While drilling. Bill Sickmeier is surprised by the camera.