Statesville High School - Trail Yearbook (Statesville, NC)

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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.

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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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In preparation for a history discussion, Steve Murdock, Kim Bum- QE, e en - X garner, and Tim Leaptrot exchange their different views on capital- ,1 y ism. 3 Q 'SEE-5 in it -..-4 I y...2 Sharing a replica ofa Roman coin with her history class, Robin Tevepaugh jokes with Laura Stanley about the expression on the coin's face. Academics - I7