North Mecklenburg High School - Viking Yearbook (Huntersville, NC)

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. . 4-1 Science has so enlarged our sphere of activity that it has made world citizens of all of us. It has speeded up life so that what is said in far away places is soon known by everyone in our country. It has speeded up educa- tion by new and more scientific methods as visual educa- tion through movies in the school, and in the home by radio and television. Many opportunities await those who are interested in science and its related activities. At North biology is required of every student before he receives a diploma. To know more about ourselves and the world about us is indeed reason enough for this requirement. And many of the professions such as medi- cine require a thorough knowledge of biological facts. Many a doctor or nurse followed their profession be- cause of an interest started in high school biology. Chemistry is not required for graduation, but it is a college entrance requirement. Many are the opportun- ities for success in vocations and professions in chemistry. If one would look about him, he would find that chemis- Thomas Mayberry, Pat Willis, David Puckett, and John Secrest, with Mrs. Hart assisting, find biology a most fascinating subject. But they learn one can't afford to be squearnish. SCIENCE OFFERS WIDE OPE FIELD try had some part of practically everything about him, and new things are being developed every day. Lucky is the student who has a deep interest in this subject. Physics is another course that should appeal to the scientific minded. Our progress, yes, our very existence, depends so much on physics and the things derived from the application of its principles. This course is not re- quired at North, but like many other courses, the person going to college finds it necessary. Those who do not go to college are often interested in the facts learned in physics, also. Parents and teachers should encourage student to take all the science he can for, looking into the future, one can see huge programs for greater and greater control of power, new forms of matter, safety from hun- ger and diseases, and improvement of behavior and ideals-all gained by the methods and the results of science. Mrs. Cochran supervises Larry Teffeteller, Frances I-lunter, and Adger Ray Perry as they perform an experiment in chemistry. Careful, novvl Ann Furr must have discovered the solution to the problem in physics as she pours something from the test tube. Miss Vance, the teacher, Barbara l-laley, Jimmy Stevvart, and Jerry Clemons are there to keep tab on the proceedings.

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Richard Boyles gives dictation for Jeanette Williams, Ann Young, and Betty .lean Eller to practice shorthand. is ' TRAINING FOR FUTURE OCCLIPATIONS Some of the students at North prepare for jobs im- mediately after graduation. The commercial department is geared to take care of the needs of those desiring to go into the commercial field as stenographers, secre- taries, bookkeepers, or typists. When North High opened, courses in typing and first year shorthand were offered the students. Soon after, second year shorthand, bookkeeping, and office prac- tice were offered to prepare the students for work. Typing and shorthand are required for many of the positions offered graduates. Constant practice in either of these subiects is essential for proficiency which as- sures trained students the best positions and eligibility for promotions. Filing is taught along with the other courses, for many students will have some filing duties along-with their other work. Office practice is iust what the name implies. The students are taught the use of electric typewriters, the Viorrow, J. McGraw, M. L. Fowler, S. Epperson, G. S. Wall, dictaphone, calculating machines, the mimeograph and other duplicating machines. They carry out various as- signments iust as if they were on the iob. This experience gives the student confidence when he actually begins work. Fundamentals in bookkeeping are taught, and actual practice in keeping books is given the student. Although almost every office has its own system of bookkeeping, the student can apply the principles he learns in this course to do the work required of him. None of these courses are required for graduation, and only those who are planning to go into the commer- cial field take any of them, except typing. When a student has taken these courses at North and applied himself to the task, he is capable of taking any position offered him without fear that he will fail on the iob. j 5, Eubgnkg gre in The Offiqe practice QIQ55, Mrs, Jones keeping. Harriett Drake and Charles Holland do their typing cks as Nancy Tilson and Dickie Delinger work on book- assignment.

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' of 1 it ll' ' .. . 5, A 71 Physical Education is enioyed by both boys and girls. All of them enioy such games as bas- ketball and volleyball, either in the gym or outdoors. These classes give the student some time for relaxation from concentrating on studies. PHYS ED DEVELOPS BODY A D ATTITUDE Phys Ed helps develop strong bodies, and it teaches the students to be cooperative. Team work is essential in most sports, and the student learns he cannot play the game for his own glory and be victorious. Even with a winning score, he loses some of the respect of his fellow students when he tries to play for personal gain. At North classes are held for boys and girls who are interested in the course, but it is a requirement for all soph- omores unless one is in band. Most of the students enioy a period of play during the school day and look forward to this class. Games and gymnastics are included in the course for girls. The boys enioy basketball, softball, horseshoes, calis- thenics, and other activities. Many of them are interested in tumbling and wrestling. These activities are closely super- vised to keep accidents at a minimum. The gymnasium is used for many of the phys ed classes. This building was constructed after the school had been in operation for some time. The dedication service which took place in January, 1955, was a thrilling experience for those interested in the athletic program of the school and in physical education for North's boys and girls.