North Central High School - Northerner Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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A knowledge of many languages is required in this jet age world in which language is no longer a barrier. Liz Kivett, visiting Holland, tries her skill in talking with a Dutchman in his native tongue. Experience in secre- tarial work is gained by working in the general office. i

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mm THIS IS NORTH CENTRAL Whose curriculum, in addition to the academic courses, provides skills which are usable by both university and business-bound young people Although the phrase ' educating the whole child is yielding in popularity to teaching in depth . North Central still believes that true education pre- pares a young person for any situation he may face in the future. The curriculum was planned therefore to meet the needs of both college-bound young per- sons and those who would go directly into jobs. Actually the two programs overlap. Many North Centra lites who intend to continue their education in colleges and universities also need the skills learned in the Business Education Department, skills which are useful for theme writing, part-time jobs, or to fall back on if college plans fail to materialize. By the same token, business-bound persons cannot progress far without a thorough knowledge of basic academic subjects. Further rounding of the educational program at North Central is provided by courses that can be useful for both job possibilities and for leisure time enjoyment. Wood-working, drafting, and similar subjects are available to boys, and to an occasional brave girl, and all home-making arts (taken once by a brave boy) are an important part of the train- ing program set up at North Central to develop capable, well-educated adults. Dale McClain learns welding in the metal shop, preparing himself for future skilled trade jobs. On a visit to Indiana University in Bloomington, Carole Nunamaker and Peggy Lurie rest their feet while sitting on the bridge over the historic Little Jordan River.

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A first library arrival follows the honor system practice of signing in at the door; within few minutes, she will be followed by many others intent on doing research work or getting books. Using library record booths are Chip Dillon and Carole Geisler, who wish to hear expert pronunciation. Charlene Stone, Judy Brownson, and Mary Gibson prepare for rapid reading and note taking in the Development Reading Laboratory. 1 2