Paris High School - Arena Yearbook (Paris, IL)

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Latin dead? Look at the grins! Classico cinquoqes LATIN FRENCH The study of basic or classical languages helps to make a cultural as well as a practical contribu- tion to the school curriculum. Foreign languages are taught in order to preserve and maintain cer- tain cultures, to strengthen and improve knowl- edge. The language department here at PHS oifers two years oi' Latin and French. The Latin classes under Mrs. Elizabeth Kern are taught basic forms, rules, constructions, and literal translations. The Latin newspaper, Res Gestae, published every two weeks on current news, is translated by the students. The relation- ship of Latin vocabulary to English is particu- lary emphasized. Parlcs-zfous Frau-zrais? The French classes under Miss Farrell begin by building a hrm foun- dation in grammar. During the two-year course the students try to promote a better understand- ing of the customs and language of the French people, the reading stories, and written composi- tion. The geography of the country, industries, and the celebrations of France are a few of the phases covered. A highlight of this year was a trip to the Christmas Festival held at Charleston, Illinois, where the language students of the Eastern Illi- nois high schools participated in the singing of carols and dramatization of plays. Oni, jc parlc' F1'G11Q0lS.' Modern French chit-chat? Elizabeth Kern, Catherine Farrell, B.Ed. RA., MA.

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Signing fflrenax is an old PHS custom: good English students are necessary to edit the yearbook. Concentration is evident in this glimpse of Miss Hunter's sophomore English class. An elective subject is speech, open to all students desiring to acquire the ability to speak with ease. During the course, attention is given to the direction and production of plays, radio and assembly programs. A new journalism class was added to the language arts department this fall. Through this class the TIGER TALES is being edited and distributed to the student body. This elective is available to all students. Many media are used for English presentation that will widen interests and develop greater skills, appreciation, and a more critical attitude toward language arts. The speech class presents Schools for Freedom as part of the observance of National Education Wjeek. Seated on Hoor, left to right: S. Toney, XD. Collier, and U. Hollingsworth. Seated: R. Quinn, D. Vidlto, G. Flaherty, D. Mood, W. Newell, J. Crable, and F. Gorman. Standing: A. Jones, J. Ashley, M. Englum, and the narrator, R. Tolliver. .... --.. , .- gimswu-Q

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ucciiiono venues THE LIBRARY SPEECH CORRECTION DRIVERS' TRAINING COUNSELING sbs so .EXX . K , l. . x N . egg ., N s Mary Dole Bryan, A.B. The library is a center for securing data for research, and for establishing a relationship with books. Through the library the student can develop an enriched personal life which makes him an enlightened citizen of tomorrow. Richard VVilson, HS., M.S. Here at Paris High School a speech correction Ruth Wilkill Frazier, B'S., 1N,I.A. program has been set up for the benelit of those Counseling and guidance have been beneficial in helping the students conquer new and old con- flicts. A closer relationship and understanding between teacher and pupil are evidences of good counseling. with speech ditliculties. About eighty students are made concious of road hazards and safety measures through the drivers' training program. A duel-wheeled driver practice car and classroom study c011- tributed to the knowledge gained by the new and young drivers. Charles Tuttle, HA., M.A. E131 it I N we-:ss New .miie-:set-s we mom nf , , .w s nal Aga use X-sew-wstsfswssswseset .