Bethesda Chevy Chase High School - Pine Tree Yearbook (Bethesda, MD)

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Mr. Meyer interrupts the showing of a film in Kconomic Geography to sire a fact the textbook hail also indicate !. Actions Of The World Recorded In HISTORY History is fascinating! As sophomores we enter classes in world history and are amazed by the many different cultures to be found on this earth. As we progress, so does our study of history. During our junior year, we approach United States history eagerly. We learn what made our forefathers act and what effect their actions had on this country. Our school offers several stimulating elective courses in this field. While studying Pan-American history many of us picture ourselves lying under a swaying palm tree on the Carribean. In our dreams we enjoy the easy-going life of these people. In another course. Far Eastern Affairs, we gain a clearer conception of the ancient customs of China, Japan, and neighboring countries. The opportunity to study the history and culture of ancient and modern civilizations is overwhelming and the only limit to our study is that only two credits may be earned in any one subject field in one year. CHARLES R. BRYANT. B.A.. MA.—World History . . . MILDRED CLEMENT. B.A.. M.A.—Junior Tri-Hi-Y. World History . . . KENNETH W. FRISBIE. B.A.. M.FA—Stamp Club. C-S. History. I an American History . . . ROBERT J. KILLEN. B.A.. MA—Coif. VS. History. Far Eastern Affair . KATHERINE M. LYNCH. B.S.—Co-adviser. Senior Class; World History. English III . . WILLIAM J. MYERS. B.S.. M.A.—Visual Aid . Economic (Geography . . . WATSON I». PHILLIPS. B.A.. M.Ed. — dvi cr. Juivor Glass: l)„S. History; Economics; Sociology . . . BRl'CE O. S1VERTSEN, B.A.—Chairman. Social Studio Department; U.S. Hbtory: Economic (Geography. II. NORMAN TAYLOR. B.A.. M.A.—N.H.S.. World Historv. US. History . . . VERNA S. TOWNE. B.S. —Senior Problem . . . ALEXIS VON BRETZEL. B.A.. M.A.—I.R.C.. IJ.S. Hbtory.

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New Curriculum, New Emphasis—Same Coals I hold the world but as a stage where every man plays his part. The part we play is digging deep into the dark, mysterious realms of English homework, hoping to increase our knowledge of literature and grammar. We spend many hours not only memorizing the lines from Shakespeare but also analyzing the morals expressed in Emerson’s essays. Not only do we have to read essays, we have to write them. This was all outlined in the new course of study in English for Montgomery County. Infinitives, nouns, gerunds, and adjectives roll endlessly in our conversation to our friends. If we only knew how to identify them on a test! faithful preparation, with a little cramming on the side, will bring pleasant results. Painful to many students is the realization that English plays a major role in all subjects. After daily practice sessions, our knowledge of literature and gram- mar widens. Undoubtedly, on the stage where we stand, there is no end to the part perfection plays in Englisli. ■ .earning requires careful drill. Failh (airman and Linda Haughl give full lime and attention to an English assignment. Knowing the answer i pure pleasure. Koliert Cleveland signals for a chance to supply the answer. Using the unabridged dictionary lie- comes a necessity. Ilarbara Johnson searches for an archaic meaning.

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These potential chemists receive first-hand experience in micro- scopic chemistry. Biology students are fascinated lay the squirming protozoa revealed to them through the microscope. Science Brings Knowledge, Too Whai is brewed in a witch’s caldron? This question, we have discovered, is not covered in biology or chem- istry. Kiology answers the more puzzling questions con- cerning virus, plant, and animal life. That peculiar odor which sometimes floats around the halls conies from the chemistry rooms where young, ambitious chemists are preparing a sulfur compound. The smell boldly an- nounces activity in the chemistry rooms, but equally interesting and instructive- cx| crimcntsare completed daily without incscapablenpublkit paoieA|)ui)iK' After the witch mixes her brew, there is a clash of thunder followed by a Hash of lightning. To acquire knowledge about these electrical forces, energetic souls take physics. For students with a quest for scientific facts our school offers an advanced course in biology. If a black cat crosses their path, they may choose to dissect him. These four sciences present a thorough understanding cf the composition of the world, but we never learn anything about the brew of the witches. BEVERLY BLADES. B.A.—Tri-Hi-Y. Biology . . . EDMUND T. Bl'RKE. B.S.. M.Ed.— Chairman. Science Department; Chairman. Science Fair; Electronics Club; Physics . . . WINFIELD S. Bl'RK- HOI.DER. BS.—Science Club. Chemistry . . . WALDKMAN N. CHRISTENSEN. BS.—Senior Hi-Y. Physical Science. Algebra II. FREDERICK H. EVANS. B.S.. M.S., M.A.—Science-Fiction Club. Chess Club. Chemistry. Advanced Science . . . ANN E. FULLERTON B —Biology I. II . . . BEATRIX W. GREEN. B.A.. M.A.—Biology Club. Biology . . . RALPH I . IACANGELO. B.S. MS.—Biology. DONALD H. LA MORE. B.A.. MS.—Biology DONALD A. WILLIAMSON. Ph.B.. Ph.M — Bridge Club. Chemistry . . . MARIE: H. WILSON. BS.. M.A.—Biology. 15