Susan Miller Dorsey High School - Circle Yearbook (Los Angeles, CA)

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By means of work carried on in the tenth grade English orienta- tion classes the students indirectly come in contact with the various problems that may arise for them in the future. In addition they are aided in their ad|ustment to the new experiences their high school life holds in store for them. Through tests they learn something about their personalities, their drawbacks, and advantages, a knowl- edge of which will enable them to overcome many restraining handi- caps. Reading and writing exercises promote a better manipulation of skills which are necessary to the furtherance of a successful career. The importance of etiquette and correct behavior is stressed as essential to personality building by means of general analysis and illustrative skits. Poise and proper attire, requisites of the in- dividual ' s future social progress, are important points included in the personal adjustment program. Use of Leisure Time

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Dancing and similar co-recreational interest put into practice the valuable information gained in social arts activity. Through vocational guidance, a study of future occupations enables the students to get some idea of the opportunities av aiting them in business and professional fields after graduation. The planning of the school programs is gathered with an outlook to the interests and possible vocation of the students. Personal contact is made w ith Mrs. Hatch and the Counselor ' s Office v» hen adjust- ments are needed to make the programs proceed smoothly. The use of leisure time to best advantage is urged, thereby bene- fitting each student constructively and laying a foundation for future enjoyment. Having found his place in the school routine, the student begins to take an active part in school functions and community life, thus culminating a semester in which his first high school associations have been made.

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Promoting Americanism The study of the United States made in the eleventh grade pre- pares the individual for the future in that he learns about the coun- try ' s growth economically, politically, geographically, and culturally. It is with this primary knowledge that he will be able to formulate many ideas which must be based on this information. A democratic form of government, practiced in the classroom includes the use of parliamentary procedure which establishes dis- cipline and respect, necessities in the future cooperative enterprises in which most students will be soon taking part. A study is made of outstanding historical documents whose very works manifest the ideals of a democratic people. By understanding the background of national doctrines which are contained in these documents the student is able to analyze many governmental move- ments. Therefore, he will find future decisions easier to make with a comprehension of the principles of his country. I