Warwick High School - Warwick Yearbook (Newport News, VA)

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Proving that homework is essential, Glen Hudson painstakingly copies his diagrammed sentences on the chalkdust covered board. Sponsored by the English Department, this bulletin board displays the varied aspects of the novel, A TALE OF TWO CITIES. e m n (Tit in; hit (fharli’H tMduutii 15

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English Modem Grammar Simplifies English Language English makes sense! Even though students found it difficult to comprehend it, English teachers tried to instill the knowledge of technical grammar and basic literature into their busy minds. Under the capable guidance of Mrs. Blanch Taylor, the English department began the school year with determination and vitality. New English literature books were distributed to the eighth, ninth, and tenth grades while the twelfth grade was the only class which omitted the “New English” in their intensive grammar in- doctrination. There was never a dull moment in the English classes as important book reports were constantly “popping up” during each six week period. Essay and poetry con- tests gave every individual an equal op- portunity to display his creative talents to their fullest extent. Research papers and special projects attempted to give each student a well-rounded education in the field of English. Failing to understand a grammar assignment, Louis Brown seeks assistance from Mrs. Simmons. 14

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Social Studies Mock Election, Campaigns Foster Discussions Cast your vote for a President! Cam- paign managers and active supporters ral- lied together to reenact a mock presiden- tial election held on November 5, 1968, the actual day of the election. After listening to the platforms of the candidates, the Farmers marked their ballots and elected Governor George C. Wallace. Through the use of audio-visual equipment and weekly magazines, the department, supervised by Col. Ellis Luck, strove to broaden the stu- dent’s scope of current events. As Seniors confronted the study of our nation’s government, juniors encountered a detailed summary of the events of U.S. History and their effects. World His- tory, World Geography, U. S. History I and II, and Sociology were other courses taught by the capable department. Airing their opinions through many discussions and heated debates and by reviewing past history, students gained a better under- standing of the world of today and sought a place in our moving society. Surrounded by campaign paraphernalia, juniors studying U. S. History supplement the course with discussions and reports concerning current political elections.