Proviso East High School - Provi Yearbook (Maywood, IL)

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nawera fo uforfcf robfemd ever-changing oriental countries so Vital to inter- national economy. Students of Modern European history confine their study to the activities of con- tinental nations. Those enrolled in current history keep abreast of national and international affairs. All seniors are required by state law to study United States History, an understanding of which is essen- tial to intelligent citizenry in our democracy. ln all these interesting courses students learn the basic foundations of social progress. Emphasis is placed in each history course upon analysis of present events and historical events which account tor them. The other division of social studies includes civics, modern lite, political science, sociology, and psy- chology. The last two are the most recent additions to the high school level of study. ln sociology stu- dents learn of man in relation to the home, the school, the church, and the government. Those who study psychology learn better to understand their own mental and emotional reactions and those of others. A two-semester non-credit lecture and dis- cussion course in preparation for marriage was at- tended this year by 368 seniors. 55.55 it Studying the United Nations tree of life in current history. U. S. history students discover what a small world it really is.

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5 ss Q l 2 arie iecea of Work First-year students learn lettering, design, sketch- ing, soap carving, modeling, and craft work. Those enrolled in the second-year classes execute more advanced problems in these units, and learn more about the various forms of art. They gain skill in handling and using media and materials, and de- velop greater freedom in art expressions. Many commercial art students, soon made aware of the dependence of modern industry upon cre- ative art, look forward to careers in this line. They develop appreciation, skills, and originality in tech- niques practiced in this profession. Types of class activities include lettering, pen and ink and wash drawing, poster designing, and making advertising lay-outs. The students in stage craft learn much of many forms of art and their importance in the theatre. For some of the school programs and plays, the students do research and create appropriate designs and settings. After having had their awareness sharpened through study of costumes, lighting, and stage design, the students find greater pleasure and appreciation in witnessing dramatic' productions. The judgments and skills learned in this and the other art courses are equally applicable to creating cr home. Q ,,.,,ss is it It's not an easy job to make these diaramas. K Three dimensional picture to youl. Gifts fi Ia Proviso artists.