Ambridge Area High School - Bridger Yearbook (Ambridge, PA)

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DEPARTMENTS In the Same Spirit of Endeavor Practical education, an integral part of life in the Harmony Society, presented young students with a realization of their obligations to their community. Its chief aim was to prepare the children for their future work in the Society. The “three R’s” were a great challenge to the little children, while the older ones attended school sessions during the evenings. Although extremely limited in their choice of studies, the Harmonist children showed an eagerness to learn the little that was available to them. Today, an education is no longer a coveted luxury. It has become a necessity to keep pace with a fast-moving world. Wider horizons and unlimited opportunities are available to those who prepare themselves. In addition to the standard curriculum offered by most schools, Ambridgc Area High School offers courses in five modern languages, advanced science and math, and more than adequate vocational program. Every step is taken to satisfy the desires and capacities of honor students, average students and potential drop-outs. Scientifically inclined students found personal satisfaction in conducting out of class experimentation and quantitative analysis.

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ft Inside the Grotto, the Harmonists would seek spiritual assistance and encouragement so that, through sincere personal strife, they might carry out the day’s tasks successfully. Jacob Henrici, a member of Economy’s original board of trustees, •was a devoted benefactor toward the success of the community. 16

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Board Adopts Policy to Guide School Program Before a board meeting, Mrs. Fandergrift, Mrs. Stein, Mr. Zerilla and Mr. Bucka look over a proposed amendment. This year, as in previous years, the Ambridge Area School Board met many challenges and coped with many problems. In cooperation with the administration, it strived to maintain and improve educational standards. Perhaps the biggest accomplishment successfully completed this year, was the approvement of the merger between Ambridge Area, Baden-Economy, and Highland school districts. The merger was accepted on March 2, and will go into effect July 1, 1966. Besides making many trips to Harrisburg with various proposed laws, the Ambridge School Board accepted many new written policies which served as a guide line for the school’s operation. They also made many remodeling changes and made changes in the school program. Another important job of the school board was hiring teachers, administrators, and other important school personnel. The school board has certainly served the community both honorably and dutifully, and have gained praise from fellow residents. Dr. Taggart and Mrs. Kluz confer with Mr. Peter Homnack, Solicitor, about the legal aspect of a proposed law. Informal discussions among board members often lead to major decisions. 18