St John High School - Blue Book Yearbook (Jackson, MI)

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HDear Sirsp' haracterizes Kathy Powers and Cathy Gilbertson attemp to settle down for another Shorthand class. 'S - s W 7 ' The class is entertained by janie Hankercfs tactics of note taking. Miss Samulak keeps a watchful eye on her Bookkeeping 26 class.

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Senior's get reprimanded for taking a break during Mags lecture on local government. Demands Knowledge of the Past Mr. Crowley takes time from Freshman World History to get Lumen Christe bulletins ready with the aid of Sherry Stellingworth. All men are created equal are the opening words of the Declaration of Independence. This simple, five word phrase must be understood today in light of our future democracy. The prosperity of a national government de- pends on the people and their lives within its boundaries. Previous experiences of its inhabitants prepare a country to face the up-coming problems. From the social studies curriculum, the St. John's student not only is able to build toward a major or minor, but is also given an insight into the complexities of world prob- lems. This begins in ninth grade with the study of World History which is the development of governments through- out each era to present day practices. American History presents to the juniors the U.S. and its growth. Through World Geography the student is familiarized with the peo- ple, geographies, and customs of other countries. ln this program Economics is offered to the student interested in our governments financial plans. Additional ideas on the operation of the U, S. administration are explained to the Senior during Comparative Government course.

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rduous usiness Courses Y A quick camera catches perfect typing form. Choosing one's career in life usually calls for a little knowledge in everything-business included. Because St. john's understands the growing importance of specialized Helds students are given the privilege of basic business courses. For those interested in the secretarial Helds Typing I and ll, and also Shorthand are offered. They instill in the student both speed and accuracy plus outlining a picture of the duties of a secretary at work. Notehand which is an accelerated form of Shorthand, is geared for the college- bound Senior about to face hectic lecture sessions. Op- portunities are available for the student interested in Bookkeeping. ln this course one learns the tactics needed for accounting and balancing funds. This year Mrs. Swart- out, the teacher of Typing, Shorthand, and Notehand, is aided by Miss Samulak who teaches Typing I and Book- keeping. For those who wish to progress in these areas, advanced secretarial courses are offered at junior College. Surprise!, Surprise! There's ribbon in this thing!