South Central High School - Orbit Yearbook (Union Mills, IN)

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foreign language enrollment up Shelli and Sue finish their Spring Fever bulletin board for the German room. First year German students follow their lesson by using the language lab. Parlez Vous Francaise? Cindy, Cheryl, Gail and Kathy study for a translation. First year classes in French and German stressed pronunciation and the basic rules of grammar. Emphasis was placed on understanding and speak- ing. Conversation was continued in sec- ond year classes with a greater empha- sis on reading and translation. Third and fourth year classes in German studied the history and culture of past and present Germany. Cindy reads over her notes before taking a French dictation test. 21

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Striving for fluent expression Presenting skits in English class is entertaining for Becky, Brook, and Gary. The understanding and knowledge of the English language is essential for all of us. The seventh and eighth grade students have performed group book re- ports and skits and participated in panel discussions. The high school student has had experience in critical analysis of literature and many opportunities in creative writings of various types. Working at the board makes English easier to under- stand. Jerry and Carl present a Fickle Finger of Fate Award. As their last year comes to a close, these seniors work on the traditional task of writing term papers. 20

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Election year boosts interest Mr. Lebo becomes one of the students as he takes part in the informal discussions in sociology class. Aside from the many activities of the social studies classes, this year was special in that a mock election was held. The social studies department included history, geography, government and so- ciology . Jerry Bennett takes a few minutes to look over his notes before a U.S. History test. The jr. high students prepare for their group reports in their government class. The senior guys are taking it easy during the group discussions in sociology class. 22