Rock Island High School - Watchtower Yearbook (Rock Island, IL)

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As We Build cr Foundation 4 Ji l S3 ar 'i rd! 4 N 1 at Lcfex m gs'xA h ' r .F fo- X X I fx Even the most tireless worker needs some relaxation, and it is not hard for Rock Island students to find ways of amusing themselves. Excess energy finds a release dur- ing lunch hour and in after-school activities. Washing dishes may not be some people's idea of play, but apparently these girls are enjoying themselves. Get hot!', And with rhythm in their fingers the daily after school jam session swings in- to action in the band room. Beagtiful music, stirring lec- tures, side-splitting comedies-an example of some of the assemblies which the students enjoy. In a painless manner, much knowledge is gained through these programs, as Well as relaxation provided.

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School is, after all, a place to work, to get some knowledge, so we won't have to take the rap when we are out in the world. Op- portunities which many schools do not offer are found here. Typing, chemistry, and art are three exam- ples. For reference work, we have our well-equipped library. With sleeves rolled up and de- termination on their faces, ,once in a while the students do sit down and work. For proof, just look at the pictures! We Work . . . We Play f '1- 99 x s O , I 1 QD . it

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In the following pages through GUIDANCE page 9 the faculty aids youth in charting their course for life--administering the school wisely and well at the same time-through their help . . . youth feels RESPONSIBILITY page 19 more freedom than ever before amazes youth for one split second--not for long, though, for soon words are put into action as the trust is accepted and acted upon-through his responsibility . . . youth finds COIVIPANIONSHIP page 49 life would be dreary if it were not for our companions-youth nods agree- ment-proceeds to gain many new friendships, making life more interesting, both inside and outside school-to be a more perfect companion . . . youth learns SPORTSMANSHIP page 59 respect for others, courage to keep smiling when down, how to play the game fairly, how to make good use of leisure time-both interscholastic and intra- mural sports provide easy relaxation, too, as , , . youth gains KNOWLEDGE page 73 seniors, juniors, and sophomores-all come here to study-through the three years, youth receives the ability to accept responsibility, to mix well, to play the game honestly, and to better his position in life through increased mentality. 8