Warren Central High School - Wigwam Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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John Daughtry, Kris Horsley, Sam Groninger, and Pat Strane examine flags from the countries they study in geography. Sandy Reno seeks the help of Mrs. I.ois Witte, librarian, in compiling material for a research project. in Social Studies Whirrenites go to the library for recreational reading as well as tor work. A lounge-like area welcomes those who would browze through magazines, newspapers, or college yearbooks.

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Current and Past Events Stimulate Interest Students in Mr. James Lnrtey’s government classes were kept aware of the issues and candidates in the 1962 off-year elections, in which Birch Bayh unseated veteran Homer Capehart. Social studies are important in preparing stu- dents for becoming good citizens. History teaches W arrenites about the past events and their effect on conditions in our present world. Government in- forms us of the ftindamental mechanics of our demo- cratic societv, beginning with local government and continuing all the way up to federal government. A fairly new course is International Relations which helps to make us atvare of current events and how these events will determine the future history of our country. Geography, a long-neglected course, has been added to Warren’s curriculum to provide ptipils with the chance to learn more about the geographical makeup of our world, and where one place is in relation to Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.A. Our study methods frequently stray from the routine. We sometimes act otit mock legislation and jtidicial situations. Research for individual reports is also an important part of the social studies depart- ment, and our library offers many sound resources for this kind of fact-finding. Students in fnternational Relations prepare reports on current events. Mike Lovett, Keith Jung, and Mike Walsh examine a map while (seated) Bob Morell, Jim Pope, Jane Stup, Tim Hall, and Sue Rosenbarger collect articles on world crises. 28

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w I Our clubs recjuire co-operation, responsi- bility, loyalty, and initiative— qualities that are desirable in every citizen. In our smaller groups we develop smaller loyalties, without losing sight of our membership in the whole. Thus, participation in clubs builds solid citizenship as each finds his needed place. School is a place for slide rules, tests, themes, and homework. But, besides these basic fun- damentals, the mode rn school offers an opportunity for us to apply what we learn to many situations. Clubs, student governing boards, honorary organizations, and special activities give us a chance to widen our inter- ests and use our talents. ..y ctivitieA a eveiop nitlatU e