Academy of the Holy Angels - Marianite Yearbook (New Orleans, LA)

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A.H.A. students make practical application of knowledge acquired through civics, debate, and typing, thus learning by doing. In studying the way basic phases of society work together for the cqmmon good, civics students culti- vate a deeper appreciation of their government and its ideals. Development of public speaking abilities, quick thinking, and logical reasoning are the goals ot debaters. Typing, one ot the most practical of the commercial courses, is a valu- able asset to students still in high school and also graduates, both in the business and collegiate fields. Practical Application Furth Members of the Civics Club bring Christmas gifts and tidings to the children's ward of Charity Hospital. Jo Ann Eschmann addresses her sophomore debate class in order to demonstrate the art of public speaking. Enthusiastic responses come from iunior members of the typing class in answer to the question, How many went further? 24 rs- H' ' '

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etween Religion and History Members of Sister David's World History class supplement their studies with the current events magazine, Work, which provides the Catholic teachings on labor. Extending a vivid picture of mankind's march through time, American and World histories employ the technique of using the past to aid in explaining the present. Students well-versed in history enter- tain a full concept on what the future holds for them as citizens of tomorrow. Lectures on important phases of Ameri- can heritage bring to light our country's development. A study of outstanding world events reveals civilization's prog- ress in more modern times. Current events discusses news of the day and presents these happenings in a manner which interests the high school student and provides her with opportunities of attaining the Catholic attitude on world problems. 23 Senior American History students and their teacher, Sister Marie Moreau, discuss the possibilities of bipartisanship existing in the federal government.

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ur Understanding of Subiects .loycelyn Reuther and Edson Bruen learn from Sister M. Jude that the seven basic 'Foods provide the necessary amounts of vitamins, minerals, and calories for a good diet. Sister Nl. Lua checks the hydrogen-making appara- tus set up by experimenters Pauline Cusimano, Anna Englert, Gayle lngolia, and Elda Fairchild. Supervised by Miss Kay, seniors take their fellow students' temperatures during Home Nursing class. 25 Sophomores begin their scientific exploration of the vast universe about them in the study ot General Science, thus obtaining a clearer un- derstanding ot their environment. Continuing this investigation in a more practical way, iuniors and seniors take First Aid and home Nursing courses, so needed today in modern communities. Chemistry, involving a close scrutiny of the elements and com- pounds ot nature, concludes the stu- dents' exploration of science. Experi- mentation provides seniors with a deeper look into their everyday sur- roundings.