Kensington High School - Compass Yearbook (Buffalo, NY)

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TO THE UNDERSTANDING OF MANKIND . SEATED: Miss Genevieve Stctfan, Mrs. Rachel B, Jacobs, Miss Clara Panzica, Miss Sadie Kauffman, Mrs. Mary Louise O. Swayzc. STANDING: Mrs. Esther L, Fink, Mrs. Bernadette S. Corcoran, Miss Rose Keicher, Mr. Emory K. Baldwin, Mr. John Reilly, Mr. John Moc-gan, Mrs. Marion G. Ruby. COMMERCIAL A number of Kensington's graduates will in the future enter the business professions. These stu- dents will not have to face an unknown and dark world like the sea, for they have had a preview of what is in store for them. Typewriting, shorthand, bookkeeping, business arithmetic, and secretarial and office practice, -all are taught by our out- standing commercial department. This gives the students the knowledge and skills which will enable them to perform competently their first jobs in the business world. PHYSICAL EDUCATION, SWIMMING The aims of the physical education department are compatible with those of education in general. The department seeks to attain its aims by utilizing the total muscular body activities. Teaching sports- SEATED' Mrs. Wilbur Bergstrom, Mrs. Hazel Nilson, Mrs. Anne M. Lufkin Mr, Ralph S, Duquin. STANDING: Mrs. Celia Samui, Mr. Herbert Nilson, Mr. Edward Ebling, Miss Mililreil Moore. I7 manship and coordination, this department has been a spearhead in the development of extra-curricular activities and the Kensington spirit, CLINIC When we are ill the clinic is our solace. Often our nurse's kind words of wisdom are better than medicine. Mrs. Dorothy Schreck, R. N.

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TO THE REFINEMENT OF HUMANITY . SEATED: Miss Lcnorc Dunlavey, Miss Margaret McCarthy, Miss Ruth West! erman. STANDING: Miss Catherine Valentc, Miss Margaret Kenny. L A N G U A G E S We here at Kensington are indeed very fortunate - or modern. The knowledge of more than one to have such an excellent language faculty. Every language not only helps us speak better English student should be able to find a language to suit but it also contributes to international understanding his taste, whether it be classical - Latin and Greek and sympathy. SOCIAL STUDIES Social Studies- Of or relating human beings through American History, we are taught of this as a closely knit body of interdependent persons. interdependency, and for this we are deeply grateful. -This is how Webster defines social studies. We Also in what other subjects can you learn about at Kensington certainly don't have to resort to a the importance of water to man through the ages? dictionary for a definition. From Economic World, SFATFD. Mrs, Cheryl C. Lindstrom, Miss Helen Goosscn, Miss Irma Dickman, Miss Edith Stokoe, Mrs. Marion M, McKeon. STANDING. Mr. Norman Berkowitz, Mr. Martin O'Donnell, Dr. Edward Eagan, Mr. Norman Millard. lo

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AND TO THE FULFILLMENT OF OUR STATE IN LIFE. SEATED' Miss Naomi Stoesver, Miss Hr-'nn Netpci, Mrs. Catherine J, Hyman. Mr. Carroll C. Geiger, Miss Marlorie Townsend, Dr. Harley Salisbury. STANDING Miss Elizahcth Meach, Miss Ethel M. C. Davis, Mr. Raymond Fisher. ART Whether you are a novice or a talented artist, one of our art courses is suited for you. This de- partment, staffed by Miss Davis and Mr, Fisher, offers the students a knowledge of art and its value in everyday life. Beginners draw, paint and design for definite purposes. They are surprised to learn of all the opportunities to apply artistic principles in one's daily routines. The artists also coordinate their work with many school activities. Posters, advertising material, and scenery all come from the second floor corner. HOMEMAKING The future homemakers and mothers of America receive adequate and proper training at Kensington through the instructions of the capable teachers. The curriculum includes domestic subjects like clothing and home furnishings, food and personal development, family living, home nursing, child care, advanced food and clothing, and even a special course for boys. Many of the students enroll in after school clubs to participate in kindred activities. Mrs. Hyman, Miss Nesper, Miss Meach, and Miss Stoesser comprise the homemaking faculty. MUSIC Pouring forth, eternally, from the music depart- ment of our school are some of the most valuable and delightful activities offered at Kensington in the form of rhythms and melodies ln music as in any art, individual expression or interpretation separates the average from the gifted person. Here, in both vocal and instrumental fields under the direction of Miss Townsend and Mr. Geiger, is this oppor- tunity to prove themselves. Whether possessing talent, or just a natural liking for music everyone appreciates this part of our school curriculum. Playing a vital role in our music program are - orchestra, a cappella choir, harmony, history of music, band, rudiments, chorus, theory. The test may reason and welcome, 'Tis we musicians know. INDUSTRIAL ARTS The main function of the Industrial Arts Depart- ment is to develop a student's manual dexterity. Under the watchful eye of Dr. Salisbury, a student progresses from elementary woodworking to ad- vanced metalworking, Written work is also a very essential part of Industrial Arts. ln all its phases, a study of Industrial Arts enriches a student both physically and mentally.