Van Wert High School - Excalibur Yearbook (Van Wert, OH)

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Van Wert High Offers Many Courses Above: Mr. Mason thoughtfully studies Don Linser ' s drafting blueprint. Upper left: This Home Ec. student shows skill at the sewing machine. Lower left: Pat Ingman learns dentistry techniques D.C.T. training.

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Instruction in Accurate Expression Jean Campton illustrates the use of gestur logue given in speech class. French and Latin have stimulated an interest in foreign languages. Two years of French and four years of Latin are offered to students. A Latin Club, dealing with lives and customs of ancient times, adds further knowledge in this field. In Latin class. Penny Kephart and Mrs. White examine this example of ancient culture, The Winged Victory. Of great help to French students practicing pronuncia- tion is the tape recorder, used here by Hal Scott and Mrs. Brooks.

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In Manual and Creative Arts Gern DeVogel uses the circular saw in Industrial Arts. Using our hands constructively through the vocational arts cannot be over emphasized. The many courses offered require much patience and skill on the part of both the teachers and the stu- dents. D.C.T. gives specialized training during part of the school day and prepares students for future jobs. Above: John Lloyd and Mr. Dunn examine a poster John made in art class. Left: Don Stemen runs a lathe under the careful su- pervision of Mr. Mankin.