North High School - Polar Bear Yearbook (Des Moines, IA)

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Our high school years slip by us very quickly, and never again can we relive the experiences that made up these years. We may never pass this way again, but through this year- book we can remember some of our favorite moments. No matter what grade you were in, 1974 has proved to be unique. Many factors have helped make this year so special. Committees of students, parents, and teachers were formed to promote a better understanding between school and community. But humor played a big part — the Donkey Basketball game gave us a chance to see teachers shovelling what they usually pass out. Student reaction was the best in years. A feeling of school pride prevailed throughout the year. We found ourselves caring enough to become involved, even if only through audience par- ticipation.

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THINGS THAT WERE HAPPENING OUTSIDE THE SCHOOL also served to make 1974 a year we would remember. An explosion in the boiler room at Harding Junior High supplied screaming, wriggling little bodies wall-to-wall. Students were given a chance to see just what over-crowding is really like. The energy crisis gave us considerable discom- fort. Gasoline prices rose so sharply that some students were compelled to find other means of transportation. This crisis also affected the supply of heating oil, causing chilly homes and classrooms. Talk of trials and impeachment aroused con- siderable discussion in classes, and even in normal conversation. Many people found themselves wondering about the government ' s involvement in the Watergate scandal.