Plymouth High School - Mayflower Yearbook (Plymouth, IN)

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Assets: new commodities in the Some time ago the advisory board of the executive council became aware of the vast importance of languages in a world which seemed constantly to be growing smaller. With this knowl- edge came the realization that language and speech divisions in P.H.S. were rapidly becoming inadequate. A need for enlarge- ment and expansion of this department was recognized and work on this project was begun. This work has not yet stopped. Development and new improvements were, and are, constantly being made. After much discussion the council came to the conclusion that our most pressing need was that of a foreign language— one which might be of use in years to come. Thus, it was decided that because of our close relations with Latin and South American countries, a Spanish course would best suit our needs. Plans were completed, instructors procured, and the Spanish course established. Thus, for the past several years, this versa- tile, colorful language has been studied and practiced with care. DIRECTORS

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Assets: modern headquarters and grounds BROWN AIR PHOTO ings of all kinds. However, during the basketball season it has its most use, holding the enthusiastic fans who cheer on their respective teams. Because it is the largest structure of its kind to be found in the county, the bas- ketball tourneys are held here, drawing a huge number of local as well as visiting spectators. Lincoln High School is well-known for its lovely and spacious campus. With the addition of shrubs and trees great improvements on the landscaping have been com- pleted. The smooth, emerald lawn and arching shade trees provide a welcome haven for employees during their moments of leisure. The campus has also been carefully planned to include many facilities for sports. Among these facilities is a paved tennis court, which is now being taken full ad- vantage of with the revival of the sport. Also high on the list of these facilities stands our track consisting of a runway which lies in an oval shape and is one-quarter mile long. The track becomes the scene of great activi- ty in early spring. However, at the very first on the list of facilities is our well-cared for football field. This grassy rectangle' is one of this section's best. Although the seating is not too satisfactory at the present the committee wishes to report at this time that plans are, and shall continue, being developed for the construction of a completely mod- ern stadium complete with the most modern equipment. Thus is the annual report on the value of the build- ings and campus of Lincoln High School. 5

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FLOURISHING INDUSTRY However, the course is not limited to the language alone. The gay lands of South America are discussed fully, while ex- hibits and other projects are carried out concerning the mode of life and customs practiced by her people. Each yea' at the annual exhibit held by the corporation, the Spanish section attracts a great deal of attention. In this way the Spanish course has come to hold an important position in the activities of the corporation. This year the advisory board suggested to the council that a course on public speaking be added to the curriculum. They felt that correct and interesting speech constituted an art and wished to offer this art to the students by means of such a course The council heartily agreed with these arguments and plans were put in motion. Mrs. Barnes was secured as an instructor and the class was planned for the enrollment of senior students wishing to participate. Much time was spent by these students in learn- ing the rudiments of correct public speaking. However, as time passed, these students had improved and were introducing speak- ers, plays, etc., at our auditorium programs, thus taking an active part in school procedures. 7