Northern High School - Spirit Yearbook (Port Huron, MI)

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In January of 1965, after much time and planning, Northern opened its doors for the first time ... a school was born. The students, along with the com- munity, busied themselves exploring the many fa- cilities and features of the new school. As the school developed, the recognition it received did also. In 1964 Northern was awarded a special citation for its design by the Exhibits Jury at the National Convention of the American Association of School Administrators. In January, 1966, Northern was described in the feature section of the American School Board Journal. PHN has become noted for its team-teaching facili- ties, Instructional Resource Center, science labora- tories and equipment, and a multitude of other mod- ern conveniences. Port Huron Northern has established itself among schools and is one which the community and students can be proud of. the pride of the town - Northern

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Practicality, convenience, and An Instructional Resource Center built conducive to creating a mood of casualness and relaxation provides the students with excellent lighting, lounge chairs, carpeting, individual study desks, as well as an immense selection of books. The Fine Arts were not forgotten at Northern. Be- tween Band and Vocal there are six sound-proof practice rooms. Available to students are micro- phones and tape recorders which are used for self- evaluation and improvement. The Aetna Drive-O-Trainer Simulator was obtained for PHN through the assist- ance of the School Board and the Independent Insurance Agents Association of the city. It simulates actual driving conditions through the use of films, while the students ' reactions are recorded on an electronic board. 12