Penn High School - Bittersweet Yearbook (Mishawaka, IN)

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32 U.S. History makes changes The emphasis in Social Studies last year was on individual achievement and study. Each student had his own choice of assignment, with many options avail- able Another novel mark in the department was the use of books other than texts, especially in the U.S. History college prep courses. Classes discussed readings and listened to lectures. Students then were offered a choice of different assignments The bicentennial made its influence felt on the history classes as they dis- cussed the course of our nation from the Founding Father to the present. Top Mr, English explains the difference between the American's needs and wants. Opposite Senior tor- eign exchange student Giacomo Ricca tries to understand American history

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Administration guides schools Making Penn a friendlier place is the goal of the administration. The “open door” policy, which started in 1972, was originated when administrators felt they needed to take time to talk to students This, they felt, would provide the best opportunity, but the program was discon- tinued when construction started This year one day each month, the three building administrators, Mr. Lam- bert, Mr. Keppler and Mr. Quimby, were available if any student wished to talk during the lunch periods. Students asked questions or made suggestions about the school. They also were free to make any appropriate comment they chose. The idea of open door came about because the opportunity was open to all students With each building administrator newly established in a modern office, Mr. Lam- bert in the main office, Mr. Keppler on the upper floor of the IMC, and Mr. Quimby just off the lobby, each was ready to dis- cuss with and help any interested stu- dent Top left Mr. Donald Quimby relaxes for a few moments during a busy day. Top right Mr. Philip Lambert remains at ease with a tight schedule. Cen- ter Mr. Michael Keppler prepares the teacher evalu- ation forms. Below Booster club members add a iively touch to the community bonfire 31

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Rick Bowen Harvey Hurst Lynn Humphries: Roy Bolin Dave Geyer Wally Yeoman = James Cierzniak, Chairman Marg Anderson John English Above The social studies class watches a movie on the Puritans, Leff Mr, Bolin’s class listens to an eco- nomics case study. 33