Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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The Social Studies Department of Belmont High School has sparked an increased interest in the study of history by supplementing the traditional methods of teaching with modern programs of instruction. This new approach to history does not involve the study of names and dates alone, but rather is the study of modern problems and political concepts with respect to their significance and application in local, national, and international affairs. Through its encouragement of meaningful class discussion and individual research, the social studies program has served the dual purpose of developing the student's maturity of thought and preparing him for the role of a responsible citizen. Mr. Donald I . Crowley Claw Adviser ‘68; Football; Hockey

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Mr. Leslie W. Irwin Driver's Education: Key Club Mr. Dennis A. O’Toole National Honor Society: Folk Workshop LESSONS FROM THE PAST . . . Advice front T.R.: Walk softly and carry a big stick” . . . complete bibliographies . . . thick, heavy books . . . pop quizzes . . . trace questions . . . Woodrow Wilson's watchful waiting” . . . current events . . . term papers . . . maps, charts . . . the great debates . . . The Making of the President . . . Magruder's American Government . . . 1966 mock state elections Eager to know as much as possible about the “why” of today's world situation, the social studies student delves into the history of past generations in order to more fully understand not only the basic principles of his own governmental system, but also those of the other nations of the world. United States History, World History, World Geography, Human Relations, Modern Problems, and Advanced Placement American History offer a wealth of information and stimulation to the student of history. Mrs. Judith O. Lee Scintillating discussion in A.P. History 12

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Giving oral reports . . . understanding someone else's oral report . . . the language lab . . . Anna virumque cano . . . dialogues . . . Bon jour M. Guil-lame . . . verdad? . . . vocabulary lists . . . statue of Winged Victory . . . imperfect and past tenses . . . grammar problems ... Du du liegst mir im Herzen . . . pattern practices . . . Buon gurno Giovanni, Come Sta? . . . betes . . . conjugating verbs . . . record, play, rewind . . . LANGUAGE IS Number please . . Mr. Richard M. Penta Foreign Languages Coordinator—Belmont Public Schools: German: Russian: German Club: Russian Club In this era of improved communication systems, language is a vital part of international relations. The Language Department of Belmont High School offers its students all the tools and facilities necessary to better understand the world around us. Belmont High’s Language Department is divided into two sections: Latin Department and Modern Languages Department. Mr. Francis X. Vcncri Chairman of Language Department: Italian: Spanish: Italian Club The teachers pass too Mr. Arthur J. Martcllucci Spanish: Spanish Club: High point 14 Mrs. Venezia A. Mczzacappa French: Senior French Club