OAK

LEAVES 1964

Edited by Year book Staff EDITOR --SUSIE BRANE

Summitville High School

Summitville, Indiana

Foreword

W h en c on s t r u c t i on on our new a d d i t i on began, many people looked back upon the fond memories of life in the old school . But they have learned that erecting new goals and carrying them through leads to a oigger and better life.

We are building for our future, trying to gain the qualities necessary for a suc­c ssful life later on . Through our book you can see how we, the students at S. II. S., arc laying the foundations for a concrete future.

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Growing To Meet Our Needs

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

OPENING. . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

CLASSES ..... . ..... ..... 16

ACTIVITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

SPORTS .. ............. . 50

FRIENDS .....•..•......• 62

By Facing New Challenges And Construction

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The first of July brought the downfall of the old Oak Grove building.

We Progress Toward The Future

Through the fall and winter months the progress was rapid on the construction of the new departments. The elementary students moved into their new rooms on February 7, 1964.

At a later date, an open house was held for the public upon completion o f t h e new S u m m it v ill e school .

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Characters

Are

Molded

Through

Home, Education,

And Religion

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A collection of leaves is one of the Freshman's biology projects.

Librarians work hard to keep our library ready for the students' use.

Well-Planned Schedules Promote

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Junior High band members find that practice is essentlal for perfection.

To the fourth graders, division is a new and differ­ent type of math problem.

A Successful High School Career

Monte and U. S. History prove to be good pals through the Junior year.

Comprehending what you read is important in learn­ing English.

Jim and Steve are proud of their latest "dragsters" that they made in Art.

frigonometry sure is rough, but it's worth it all.

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School Days Are Highlighted

Lots of strikes brin howling trophy to S.H.S. to stay.

Care of Old Glorv" becomes ixth radc's privilege. '

Short legs •ust don ' t pay off!

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By Varying Activities

Mrs. Phelps supervises Senior play tryouts.

Student teachers take over elementary classes to try their hand at teaching.

He> Charlie, do they mel! in your hand?

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An anxious moment brings painful expres­sions to the faces of our cneerleaders.

Enthusiasm Of Students Backs

Margaret Wilson and Rick Runyan get everyone's approval as they capture the title of Miss Go[d and Mr. Black for 1963.

The Goblins never give up the battle as t he y fight t o bring victory t o S. H. S.

Up Determination To Win

Ron Slain battles for Summitville while surrounded by opponents.

Not all ball players have four legs !

Bill Reding awaits the tip ball from Monte Rudy.

A graceful touch adds two points.

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Fun And Friends Are Not Forgotten

A cookout wouldn't be a cookout without good food and our four-legged friends.

When you have a car, look at the friends.

Girls gossip!

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In Our Daily School Routine

What other time of day would beat the time when we go home?

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Freshman girls take time bet\veen bites to talk with their classmates.

Mr. Gossett shows the Seventh and Eighth Grade boys how to play dominoes.

Building For The

Future Through Classes

Physical Education Proves Popular Course To Students

G

Basketball is a favorite sport for boys of all ages.

Becoming a young lady takes practice.

In the Sophomore Physical Education class, it takes more than just two to" tangle."

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Applying Knowledge To Basic Skills

- and this little worm got pinned. The Freshman Biology students study disection.

"Don't just stand there, help!"

Mr. Mattingly overlooks the steady hands of the Introductory Art students.

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Students Receive Training In Business Methods

Cheryl Watts applies practical business methods dur­ing office practice.

By learning shorthand, this student prt:pares herself for future life.

Speed and accuracy are the biggest aims of the Typing I students.

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Students Explore Through Participation

The past weaves a tale of adventure for the eighth grade students.

Mr. Felts must not only know how to direct music but to repair the instruments that produce it.

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The seventh graders find that the best way to watch science work is through experimentation.

Things On The Homefront Are Just So-So

Among other things. the students in Home Nursing study child care 0

Care of the Home Ec Department becomes Nancy DeLong and Elaine Allen's responsibility 0

Knowing how to prepare exotic dishes comes under being a good cook I

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Selective Courses Provide Schedule V ariatior

Algebra students find the second year more compli­cared.

Steve Walker and Cheryl Watts dream of life south of the border.

Land juugmg Js one of rh" many fields of vocational agriculiUr

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Robert Absher Principal

The True Foundation Of SHS

Agnes Moyer's smile is an example of the patience and kmdness she displays as school secretary 0

The capable supervision of Don Gossett, our trustee , has made SHS a school of which we can be proud 0

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Capable Teachers Instruct And Advise Us

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LINDA BARNES B . . Ball State Home Economics

MARY JANE BREWER B.S. Ball State Grade 2

CECIL COLEMA B . . & M . S. Purdue University Biology Agriculture

MARY DICKERSON B. S . North T~x as State U ni versity Grade 5

PATRIC I A EDD Y B. S . Anderson College Physical Education English

JAMES REL TS B. S . Uni vt::rsity o f Illinois Band

During The Very Important Years Of Our Lives

ART GOSSET f B .. Ball State Social Studi s Math Junior High

RUBY GOS ETT Ball State Grade I

WILMA GOSSETT B. S. Ba ll State Grade 4

JAMES KURTZ B.S. Purdue University Physical Education Social Studies

CARMEL MANN Ball State Grade 6

GURNEY MATTINGLY B. S. & M . A. Ball Sr ate English Art

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In Preparation For Future Vocations

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LOUISE McCORMICK B.A. Bavlor Texas Grade 1 '

ROBERT PALMER B. ~ . Taylor Univermy Mathematics

PATRICIA PHELPS B. S. Anderson College Spanish Engli h

ROSE SLAI A.B. Ball State M . Business Education University of Colorado Business

JAME' STONE B. S. Purdue University M.A. Rail State Coach Physical Education Driver ' s Education

MAXI NE THURSTON Ball State Grade 3

People Whose Work Is Never Done

Our reliable bus drivers, Ralph Thurston, Betty Bogue, Tom Bair, Wilma Joyner, and Leon Armstrong. chat while waiting for the 3:15 bell.

With a smile on their face and a desire to serve, Mr. and Mrs. Ward are willing to help in any way possible.

Appetizing and hot meals were prepared for us by our cooks: Belva Forre t, Margaret Leachman , and Doris Fraz ier.

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Building For The

Future Through Activities

Leadership And Responsibility Go

FUTURE: TEACHERS: ROW ONE: Sharon Armstrong , Sue Stokes, Lillian Bear, Cinda Shaffer, KarenCoty, Judy Morris, Susie Brane, Sharon Merri II, Eloise Allen, Sharon Saunders. RO\V T\VO: Suzanne tlarley, Judy Kin', Norma Spencer, Linda Waltz, Cinda

YEARBOOK STAFF: Den Dickerson, Joe Gossett , Linda Jones, Bob Marchal , Susie

Overdorf, Linda Jones, Suzy Bogue, Sarah Stearns, Allan Matchett, Steve Smith, Jllhn Grimme, Jim Kurtz, Paul Thur ton, Carol Robinson, Alice Pert] , Mr. Absher.

Brane, Judy Morris , Sharon Merri ll, Miss Slain , CinJa Shaffer.

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Hand-In-Hand With The Future

STUDE 'T COU CIL: ROW ONE: Terri Little, Pattv Broyles, Bill Reding, Jim Broyles, Joe Gossett, Sharol1 l\1errill, Susie Brane , Charlie l\1oore , Joe Isenburg.

ROW TWO: Karen Thomas, Linda Hannah, Alice Penv. Carol Rohimon, Cinda Overdorf, l\1r. Ahs 1er, Jim Kurtz, Darlene Ice, Judy Morris, Jon VanNess, Pete Schwinn.

Girls' And Boys' State Representatives And Alternates

Well Sharon, you j,JSt can't take everything to Girls' State.

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"Too bad alternates can't go too, Jim."'

Let's make this one a strike, Sarah.

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Extra Activities Brighten

"I '11 never hit those pins. "

Cords give a vari­ety to Seniors' apparel.

Our School Days

"She sure can run."

Joe really hammed up this picture.

That "Mountain Dew" sure quenches your thirst.

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"I got my man, " says Allee.

Last m in u t e adjustments before the big chase.

Safety Measures Check Possible School Hazards

Quick evacuation of the school building is practiced with every fire dnll.

SAFETY PATROL BOYS: Roger Byrd, Mike Webb, Steve Byrd, Ted Williams,

Patrol boys direct elementary children across a busy intersec­tion after school.

Marshal DeLong, Jerry Hughs, Carlos Pyle, Micky Fields.

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A Variety Of Memories Makes Each Year Complete

The Sophomores had a difficult time choosing the style of ring they wanted to buy.

That final moment becomes a reality to the Seniors as they are measured for their caps and gowns.

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The Freshmen ordered class jackets and sweaters that can be worn as Seniors, too!

Out Of Trouble

Dinnl.!r is served.

Does she or doesn't she?

A sheep among wolves?

"CHARLEY'S AUNT"

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Into A Stew

This IS just fate folks 1

Back to the good old days.

Is this a family reunion or trouble?

"ONIONS IN THE

STEW'''