R L Paschal High School - Panther Yearbook (Fort Worth, TX)

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SPECIAL EDUCATION Paschal is singular in the fact that it is the only high school in Fort Worth with a special education department. The students participate in a regular academic curriculum modified to a functional level. School-sponsored field trips and part-time iobs are also included in the program. Special education pro- motes occupational efficiency by stressing vocational training and by helping students to find employment. Mrs. Landreth admires the leather craft Domhy Landrem Ben Wllhu, of two of her students. 0. T. C. The program of the R. O. T. C., which develops leader- ship, discipline, and courtesy in its members, consists of drill in weapons, military tactics, first aid, and map reading. The corps strives to impress habits of orderliness and precision upon its cadets, to develop patriotism, and to encourage a high sense of personal honor and deportment. An R. O. T. C. company is inspected b its leader. Sgt. Gilligan adjusts a cadet's sling. Through this program the cadet is given elementary train- ing that will help him if he should become a member of the armed forces. l 8 Glenn Towe

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BIBLE The origin of the Bible, its authority, and its influence on civilization are stressed by Paschal's Bible Department. Stu- dents are urged to recognize the Bible's value as historical literature and to become familiar with its content. The course is taught with the Bible itself in mind and is completely void of the influence of any particular denomination. X' G. W. French Miss Terry visits a D. E. student on the job. Mr. French leads an informal discussion group. elif: Wann! B DISTRIBUTIVE EDUCATION Especially appealing to those students who wish to start H l,Qfpfr'l l'7 7 i ' A i is -lg, 5' A pi A -f 1: Yay s iii ,fs , J. ' , if Q f' ! 4 their career immediately is the Distributive Education Depart- ment. Striving to develop progressive leadership, the depart- ment assists students in securing positions and advancing in them. Through classroom instruction they become well ac- quainted with iob application, well versed in business speak- ing, and proficient in sales demonstration. The department feels that it is equally important for the student to realize the necessity of high ethical standards. Through such a program, including actual experience, students are well prepared to meet the challenge of the business world. H Nina Terry

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION Through a diversified program of intramural sports and calisthenics, the Physical Education Department attempts to increase the physical fitness of Paschal students. Girls partici- pate in modern dance, rhythm, tennis, archery, basketball, vol- leyball, softball, and speedball. The boys' intramural program includes football, basketball, softball, and volleyball. Four years of P. E. are required. Active P. E. classes work out daily, gm! Nba. Eula Buck Adele Firkins .lu Laine Hale Judy Roberson Bill Allen Durward Horner Bob Lee Charles Turner Miss Thomas and Mrs. Sparks supervise activities in the library. Mr. Dobbs checks roll in a study hall. LIBRARY-STUDY HAll Giving Paschal students the opportunity to learn for themselves, a large and inclusive library provides an outstand- ing collection of reading and research material, Also pro- vided to help the student prepare himself for class are study halls which furnish not only time for study but also assistance. X-. y c Ophelia Sparks Glenna Thomas Charles H. Dobbs Q Q H. P. Thurman Building Engineer