Statesville High School - Trail Yearbook (Statesville, NC)

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In order to obtain ideas for future French proj- ects, French I students look at endeavors from previous years. Getting away from the everyday boredom of the classroom mood with a Spanish ballad. a textbook, Bob Dooley and Tim Leaptrott lighten explanation from Ann Chuber. While decorating a Latin bulletin board, Angie Kirby and Beth Lamberth catch up on weekend gossip. Confused by the translation of a French dialogue, Ken Roberts receives an 1 Academics - 15

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Students Anticipate French Tour This year French students often found themselves getting caught up in Mr. Pharr's enthusiasm for the French language and culture. New students faithfully drilled assigned dialogues with the promise of a gradual French fluency, while veteran students gained futher insights into the culture and literature. For their nine weeks' project, some students prepared French cuisine for their class. Plans were made for interested students to take a trip to France this summer. Mrs. Stewart and Mrs. Johnson headed Spanish studies this year. In addition to conversation and grammar, Spanish students learned songs and dances related to Spanish culture. Once again the Spanish classes constructed pinatas during the Christmas season. Students found this an enjoyable aspect ofthe course. A select group of students attended the Foreign Language Festival and did their interpretation of a Mexican Hat Dance. Latin ll students continued their studies under the direction of Mrs. Emma Davis She emphasized the importance of Latin as the basis for the majority of other languages. Students discovered that the Roman people and their language had a profound influence on our Western culture. ill' L' Q-'lat iff' . Us The Foreign Language Department: Mrs. Marta Johnson, Mrs. Pat Stewart, Mr. Glenn Pharr, and Mrs. Emma Davis. 14 - Academics 4- -sl lay, During a study on Roman culture, Cathy Davidson illustrates the musical instruments of Ceasar's era. shag li' Anticipating the treats within, Chet Boggs blindly aims for the pinata during a Spanish fiesta.

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Rushing to finish her nine-weeks' project, Judy Hunta er displays her drawings of Greek sculptures. 16 - Academics An Eventful Year Enlivens History The various social studies courses offered at SHS once again involved almost every student. The Eastern and Western Cultures classes traced the progress of civilization from its beginnings in ancient Rome and Greece to the present. Covering all phases of world history, Mrs. Norma Dearman prompted discussions of current events such as rising oil prices, the Mid-East, and South-East Asian conflicts. Contemporary American History helped students understand their own hertiage, placing special emphasis on the origin and functions ofthe government. Mrs. Helen Wall encouraged her students to become more aware of current-day i n A ? ? 1.1 ,,,,,,.,.......-W I problems such as crime, inflation, and political and religious conflicts around the world. SL Jesse Jackson conducted a detailed study of our history as Americans, augmenting his f'lectures with numerous filmstrips. Black History traced the presentxiay Black's culture to its ancient African origin. Sociology dealt with the study of people and their behavior. Mr. Derr launched an in depth study of social security and welfare in his economics classes. The youthful attitudes expressed by Mrs. Brown in her Social Living classes prompted seniors to become better family members. ' 4 MQ... lbw ...Flin fain. 'bmp The History Department: Mrs. Norma Dearman, Mr. Jesse Jackson. Mr. Wilmer Derr, and Mrs. Helen Wall.