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Forming the _

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Fundamentals~

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ametimes learning the basics was
the first step to understanding the com-
plexity of a subject. Some classes required
formulas and theorems to be memorized. I
Home economics taught the basics . .
. of life. independence, and responsibility.
Courses in human development. adult liv-
ing, interior design. foods, and sewing, all
taught students how to adapt in the " real
world." By giving guidelines. the courses
tried to create knowledgeable consumers.
parents. and employees.
Senior Jennifer Rose said she enrolled
in home economics specifically for those
basics . Through the department she got a I
job in the Latch Key program of Millard as
a teacher and assistant director. She was
taught the basics in understanding children
and being an effective employee.
Department head, Robin Nelson. stres-
sed that each of the courses was mainly for
self improvement. However the Home Eco-
nomics club also used their abilities to help
others. The club participated in an event
called "Kids baking for Kids ," sponsored by
the Easter Seals Association. By taking
pledges for cookies baked, the students
successfully raised money for the organiza-
tion. Continually showing improvement
and growth, home economics courses
taught the fundamentals for life. _1

-Mardra Wright-

Individual help was often necessary in Interior de-
;igning courses . Teacher Diane Han sler worked with
Sophomore Jena Rowe to complete the project .
:J. Brundage) Adult Living classes tried to give students a taste of
the responsibilities of being a parent. Senior Jolie Revis
Cooking for a cause. Sophomore Lisa Lammers proudly shows her " baby" egg snuggled in its basket.
) aked cookies for pledge money to support the (J . Brundage)
:aster Seals organization. (L. Dewey)
Sophomore Kari Rishel and Junior Nansi Peterson
work together to make cookies for the East er Seals
" Kids Baking for Kids " projec t . (L. Dewey)

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