Provine High School - Aries Yearbook (Jackson, MS)

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Journalism, Speech Emphasize Self-expression Using records and the speech lab for the first time, speech classes received instruction in parlia- mentary procedure and phoneticsg fifty percent of the class time was devoted to making speeches ranging from eulogies and demonstrations to the more advanced debates and discussions. Writing constitutions and studying drama were among the highlights of the year for the 120 students enrolled in speech classes. One of the most entertaining projects was a puppet theatre built by the students. Using original scripts, the Provine Puppeteers pre- sented programs for grammar schools and kinder- gartens throughout the city. First-year journalism students took field trips to local newspapers and to radio and television sta- tions. Receiving exchange papers from all over the country helped these prospective journalists to com- pare their work with other students' work of their own age. Second-year students did more opinionated writing such as book and movie reviews, interviews and human-interest stories. l 1 Q ., ...,s....M...,.Q,sesfs- -af A We S 3 Y . i u 1 a . Mr Ralph Cordon advises Jackie Wood on the best techniques In Journalism I Mrs. Jeanne Luckett discusses the different of manlpuldtm a puppet sizes of type with Cathy Nutt.

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+urse Proves Aid to Provineis English Department Although hampered by antiquated textbooks, es- pecially in the field of literature, the 803 students enrolled in Provine's twenty-seven English classes studied both grammar and literature. Each student hoped to broaden the grasp of his own native lan- guage. Bolstered by the addition of two new teachers, Miss Katherine Sudduth and Miss Judy Shaw, this department stressed the importance of writing themes and reading extensively. Sophomore literature probed the works of world authors with the emphasis placed on Shakespeareis fulius Caesar and Edith Hamilton's Mythology. lun- iors delved into the wide range of works from Ameri- can authors, while the reading and creative writing aspects of English authors composed senior English. With a thorough study of vocabulary and the lin- guistic approach to grammar, all three courses pro- vided an excellent background for college-bound students. A new remedial reading course, taught by Miss Margaret Hutchison, was offered for those students needing more intensive work in the field of reading. .lunior morning Donald. Glyn Ingram muses over his corrected Monday theme with his English teacher. Mrs. Eva Mc-

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l ln preparation for their first program of the year, the PTA's annual Back-to-school Night, the concert choir loosens their vocal chords in song. i aw ,M A As the first chill of autumn reaches Provine, Phyllis Heflin and Bill Booty, attempting to strengthen their artistic abili- ties, find enjoyment and relaxation in sketching on location. Artists, Musicians Attend nnual tate Festivals Students, numbering 227, were matriculated in music classes this year. Taught and directed by Mr. Kenney and Mr. Jones, these musicians received instruction in music theory, history, and note-read- ing. The band presented an assortment of music at pep rallies, football games, and concerts. During halftime at football games they presented difficult precision drills and unfurled a variety of marches, jazz, and classical music. The choir, wearing their new red blazers, sang for the student body, the PTA Back-to-school Night program, and at several downtown civic-club meetings. These musicians at- tended the District and State Choral Music Festivals in Jackson. Running the gamut from gesture drawings to sculpture, Provine's 179 art students were challenged to broaden their perspectives in Art I, II, and Ill classes. ln addition to displaying their creations at Provine, these artists exhibited their works at the Pearl River Boatway, the Mississippi Arts Festival, and the National Scholastic Contest. On Friday nights during the fall, the Provine band thrills fans throughout Mississippi with their rousing rendition of Hey, we're from Provinef' 0 'F J I