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RELATIONS

You can't live without

kinds of communications

by Cheryl Workman

he fundamental use of the English language is
T probably one of the most important assets a per­
son in an English speaking country can have. Being
able to talk and write is the basis of communication.
“ English courses help people to communicate;
the better one can communicate the easier it is to
cope,” said English teacher Ron Gabriel. “ I think
that English should be required for four years on the
high school level.”
There are numerous courses that students have
to choose from that could fill four years worth of
learning, such as Basic English I and II, Honors Eng­
lish I and II, American Literature, Writings of the
West, English Grammar Review, Short Stories, Film
Study, and Mass Media.
Journalism is another course offered that
enhances communication.
“ The importance of Beginning Journalism is to
prepare students for photography, yearbook, or
newspaper,” said Beginning Journalism instructor
Linda Jensen. “ It also improves writing and gram­
mar skills."
Mrs. Jensen is constantly up-dating the course to
better serve the students. She added a unit on Jour­
nalistic ethics this year.

Humor breaks the daily routine of class. English teacher Mr Steve Brennan jokes around with
Sophomore Mike Lyman during his English class
A college prep assignment was given to Advanced Composition class. Mrs Ruth Borshiem
goes over Mike Markoff s research paper The class spent five weeks researching, taking notes,
interviewing, and typing the report

A classtime activity where the Beginning Journalism students visit and work with this year's
member of the yearbook and newspaper helped junior Cathy Johnson finish some Yearbook
layouts.