Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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“A MAN WHO QUALIFIES HIMSELF Mr. Carlton L. Seaman Mr- philiP N- Normandin Machine Shop: Track Mechanical Drawing Mr. Michael J. Egan Woodworking Mr. John J. Corrigan MelaI Fabrication Fixing cars for teachers . . . English first period with Mr. Ryan . . . lunch at 10:46 A.M. . . . “The wide, wide world of job opportunities is open to today’s skilled craftsmen, keen technicians, and junior craftsmen—I.. W. Crowson . . . The Vocational-Technical High School, under the direction of Mr. Leslie W. Crowson. produces competent young men. who, upon graduation, arc capable of fulfilling the rigid requirements of today’s technical jobs. The curriculum of the Vocational-Technical High School offers its students extensive preparation in five specific industrial fields:

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IS THE DESIRE TO KNOW CAUSES.” Hazlitt “Why study science?” Our generation is noted for its reluctance to accept fact without a convincing explanation. This admirable trait makes the study of science in the public schools an integral part of our curriculum. Science teaches us how to explore the “why's” of a given situation. The physical and biological sciences encompass everything that surrounds us. With a basic background in science, we arc able to answer such questions as “How does a pulley work?”, “What is the Theory of Evolution?”, What is matter composed of?”. For many students, the introduction to science in high school will lead to a career in the scientific field. For others, the study of science aids in developing their ability to think systematically. Through the use of laboratory techniques, and the subsequent writing of lab reports, the student learns how to recognize an objective. how to make accurate observations, and how to draw relevant conclusions from the problem at hand. Mr. Winslow H. Russell Science Club; Physics Solving problems the streamlined way 19 . . . and here’s one of us at the beach.'

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FOR HIS CALLING NEVER FAILS OF EMPLOYMENT.” Jefferson Mr. Joseph L. Rogers Automotive Mr. Henry A. Haroian Electrical The student who majors in the held of automotive repair and servicing is given the opportunity to learn the trade of mechanics through actual shop work involving automotive equipment. In the field of electrical wiring and theory, the student develops his abilities as an electrician, backed with a knowledge of the skills of the trade and a sound understanding of the basic principles of electricity. Machine work and technology offer the opportunity to develop skills involving the mechanization of industry’s complex machines. Sheet metal and metal fabricating is still another field in which the boys develop facility in the production and installation of metal parts. Mill carpentry and cabinet making differs from the other departments in that it docs not involve industrial techniques. Rather the student learns the fundamentals of carpentry, and how to apply them to their own work. The Vocational students’ specialized shop work program is supplemented with academic subjects. Each student is required to take English, History, and Physical Education. He may take Math or Science if it interests him. Mr. John G. Ryan English Thus the curriculum of the Vocational student is challenging, specialized, and allows the individual to pursue his chosen technical career through actual experience. Upon completing these courses, the Vocational student is able to successfully compete for the job opportunities in his chosen field.