Huguenot High School - Talon Yearbook (Richmond, VA)

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Tournaments Challenge Language Students MISS JOAN BISHOP Latin, Westhampton College B.A., J.V. Cheerleaders, Jun- ior Y-Teens. MRS. MARY BOWEN Language Department Head, Latin, Westhampton College B.A., Latin Club. MRS. MARJORIE NEAL Latin, William and Mary B.A., Latin Club. 23') 66 “Salve,” “iCémo esta usted?” and “Parlez-vous Frangais?” are three phrases so familiar to first year language students that they have certainly become a part of the vocabulary of other students as well. However, as first year students become second year students, their vocabularies and knowledge increase, and they find before them a new and different aspect — the ability to read, write, and speak correctly a foreign language. For the first time last year at Huguenot, there was a third year French class, a third year Spanish class, and a combination third and fourth year Latin class. Students of Spanish besides studying conversation learn something of the geography and culture of Spanish speaking lands. Often they make reports about Spanish legends and MRS. MARGARET MRS. CLAIRE WASHE stories, and third year students read parallel novels in Spanish REILLY French, William and literature. Spanish, Westhampton Mary A.A., University As a method of improvement, French students are encour- College B.A., University of Maryland B.A., aged not only to speak French in the classroom, but also with of Virginia M.Ed., Guid- Junior Red Cross, members of the family and neighbors who are familiar with the ance, El Cfrculo Espafiol. French Club. language. Also, during the year students see slides and movies and hear many types of French music. Illustrating her favorite culture, MRS. Latin, the basis of many languages, is evidently important REILLY stands before colorful posters of to many students. In the past year 299 students were enrolled Mexico and Spain. in Latin classes from first to fourth year. The Latin department believes that through the study of the Roman language students will better understand the ancient civilization to which we are indebted for much of our literature, law, art, and principles of government. imine oe Paci ou w PALL DH MOLL | : $ In keeping with the Christmas spirit, MRS. WASHE leads students in carols at the French banquet. 14

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Junior Y-Teens. PelwAg Tommy Moser beginning exam at speech banquet. “But, Mrs. Crowell, how can we write a composition about that ol’ picture?” asked one of Huguenot’s English 12 students in regard to a painting of the Bargello Palace in Italy. He found it was not such an impossible task after all, but an important part of learning to express himself through writing . Courses in grammar aid students in speaking and writing the English language more effectively. A study of journalism MISS ALVA GREGG English, Agnes Scott College B.A., MRS. JUDY KOONTZ English, Longwood College B.S., MRS. AGNES MARCUSON English Department Head, Jour- nalism, Longwood College B.S., Duke University M.A., Guidance, Le Journal. who want to learn techniques of newspaper writing. In addition to their regular class in grammar, eighth grade students were taught the fundamentals of library science by Miss Booker, school librarian. From the eighth through the twelfth grade, students become acquainted with various types of literature from different periods and countries. Parallel reading is required in all classes to familiarize students with famous literary is offered for one semester to interested eleventh graders works. Mrs. Barbara Bowles checking a worried student’s homework. MRS. VICKI ROMAINE English, Spanish, Madison College B.A., Orchesis. MRS. CHRISTINE TROXELL English, Westhampton College B.A. MRS. MARION WAYMACK English, Speech, Westhampton College B.S., Arions, Majorettes. MRS. CATHERINE WOOD English, Richmond Professional Insti- tute B.S. US

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Home Economics and Business Students [ if MRS. SYLVIA BERRY MRS. RUBY MISS ALICE GROVES Typing, General Busi- BRANKLEY Bookkeeping, Shorthand, ness, Madison College Business Department Typing, Richmond BiSee eps Glubs Head, Typing, Madison Professional Institute College B.S., Guidance, B.s., FBLA. F.B.L.A. While walking past rooms 108 and 110, it is not uncommon to hear music combined with staccato and rhythmic clicking. This, of course, issues from the typing rooms, just one division of Huguenot’s business department. The other sections, perhaps not so noisy but equally important, include bookkeeping, shorthand, and general business classes. Throughout the year business students work on projects which increase their efficiency and prepare them for careers related to the business world. Stu- dents also may further their interest by participating in class field trips to various business firms and through projects in the Future Business Leaders of America. MRS. BERRY checking the work of a con- All in all, the 254 business students at Huguenot work hard to promote a scientious typing student. more efficient business department, which works hand in hand with the busi- ness community in Reena Prepare for Home or Office “But whoever heard of a party without dancing?” The home econom- ics department at Huguenot has. And if you’re not caught up in the usual frantic hustle toward the lunch line, you may have seen an attrac- tive display concerning such a party in the showcase near the cafeteria Also, there are often displays on civil defense, nutrition, home nursing, and clothing made by the girls. Ea ch home economics class has units in child care, care of the home, clothing selection, home nursing, and, of course, sewing and cooking. Senior girls and third year students have in the past year placed empha- sis on preparation for marriage and the future. Third year girls have learned to make draperies and slipcovers. Most students who have taken high school home economics courses have found that they would like to specialize in a related career, or that they have developed a great deal of interest in sewing, cooking, and homemaking. MRS. HELEN OBERG MRS. CLEO RIPLEY Home Economics, Home Economics University of Missouri, Department Head, West F.H.A. Virginia University B.S., F.H.A. MRS. RIPLEY approving decorations for faculty banquet.