Thomas Carr Howe Community High School - Hilltopper Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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Symbolism, Syllables, And Sentences As one of the new teachers, Mr. Dinkens is well versed in the fine points of English literature and grammar that often create problems. Caught in an expressive mood, Elizabeth Baldwin dramatically explains the day ' s lesson to her class. 21

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In a relaxed atmosphere, Miss Jones answers and discusses the problems her students encounter in English. Miss Ellen O ' Drain in charge, the Howe English department demonstrated why it is known as one of the best in the city. With a staff of able and gifted teachers, the English Depart- ment lead the student body through the year with enlight- enment and occasional entertainment as well. Here at Howe, besides regular English classes 1 through 8, extra courses are included to add special interest to the cur- riculum. Among their specialized courses are English 9 and 10, advanced composition and world literature. A great advan- tage to the would-be writer or college bound Howe-ites is the journalism course offered. Also available is Etymology, commonly known as dirivatives, the study of Greek and Latin work stems. It has grown to be a popular subject at Howe. English teachers, Jack Weaver and Marcia Blair, are taking a sneak preview of a film in preparation for reading laboratory. Howe ' s English: Ellen O ' Drain— English department head, Donald R. Austin, Harriette Baker, Elizabeth Baldwin, Bruce L. Beck, Marcia Blair, Elinor BretzlafT, Steven T. Briggs, LaVerne Coffin, E. Dale Dinkens, John Ervin, Patricia Fitzpatrick, Sharon Jones, Rhoda Kittelsen, Wayne Mellott, Ruth Mercer, Martha J. Mitchell, Mary J. Pride, Virginia Selewach, Dorothy L. Smith, H. C. Tobin, Jack Weaver, Deanna Wells, Diana Wilk. Emphasizing the dynamics of literature, Mary Jo Pride makes English interest- ing for the students at Howe High School. 20

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Varied Mathematics Courses Present Howe ' s mathematics department is one of the best in the state. This reputation is maintained by offering eleven courses and by providing excellent teachers who help the students gain the important mathematical knowledge they will need in future life. The curriculum includes classes ranging from elementary math to college-level calculus. A background is available to all who are interested in this department, headed by Mrs. Marie Wilcox. Freshmen can elect either general math or first-year Alge- bra. Sophomores extend their knowledge in plane geometry and more advanced algebra. Juniors and seniors have a wide choice of college-preparatory courses, including trigonometry, college algebra, and analytical geometry and calculus. Pupils find these classes to be a lot of hard work, but also enjoyable and rewarding experiences. Howe is proud of the staff of capable veteran math teach- ers. These well-trained instructors work together to give Howe- ites a challenging look at the future. In discussing the clay ' s geometry problems, Mr. Schroder places stress on answering any questions his students may have. 22 Marie Wilcox, Robert Carr, John Fogle, Fred Lemley, Ruth Reed, Justin Rehm, Harrison Rich- ardson, Glenn Rohde, Roger Schroder, Mary Smuck comprise the math faculty. Mr. Richardson helps his students understand the functions of angles and lines on a plane through the use of sketches.