Lake Oswego High School - Lakers Log Yearbook (Lake Oswego, OR)

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SOCIAL STUDIES The Social Studies Department attempts to increase students’ knowledge in areas related to the culture and geography of areas studied. This is done through the required courses of Global Studies, US History and 20th Century History, and through electives such as Anthropology and Psychology. FOREIGN LANGUAGE The Foreign Language department offers courses in French, German, Latin, and Spanish. The majority of the student body enrolled in at least one year of a foreign language. Next year, with the addition of Japanese, students will have five languages from which to choose. ABOVE: John Staudt obviously feels that his space is being invaded by our photographer, but Mr. English fails to even notice. FAR LEFT: Students arc enthused at the prospect of another homework assignment. LEFT: Mr. Maslroleo conducts his Frosh Social Studies class on a bright spring morning. BELOW: “Quicn? Yo? asks Mike Morrow, impri-sioned for speaking English in the Spanish Village. Departments 23

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LANGUAGE ARTS The Language Arts Department is a four year program which enables students to become more adept in communication skills. They increase their understanding and function of the English language and develop habits of logical thinking and accurate written communication through a structured program. They also gain an understanding and appreciation for our cultural heritage through a study of major literary selections. ABOVE: Jeff Rohlicek tunes out English and envisions the back of hockey net. RIGHT: Mr. Patrick kicks back and goes over directions with a senior class. FAR RIGHT: Lisa Downing listens intensely to the discussion on Death of a Salesman. BELOW: Mdm. Comer points out the etiquettes of French pastry to Angie Spear. Lora Rowning, and Tcisha Helgerson. BELOW RIGHT: Harry Chien. Paul Whitney, Neil Tamura. and David Hardy perform a traditional tunc for village-goers.

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ART The Arts Department courses are created to develop habits of independent thinking, greater awareness, sensitivity and appreciation for the world in which we live. Each course is an elective to provide a more enriching experience for the student. ABOVE: With the aid of Scott Nielson, Ms. McCulloch silkscrccns one of the many publicity posters she docs for various organizations. RIGHT: Cami Hartenbergcr fine-tunes the color of the paint for her latest project. FAR RIGHT: then RIGHT: Mike Mastous throws a pot on the wheel . and on his hands ... and on his pants .. . and on the wall. BELOW: Mr. Plywood and Phil Arkclian rebuild Jack's house. IV INDUSTRIAL ARTS The Industrial Arts department offers courses that provide students an opportunity to develop skills and interests applicable to the Industrial-Technical society in which we live. The individual courses stress the development of basic skills associated with the use of industrial tools and equipment and with the study of industrial processes. Each course emphasizes the “hands on concept of Icarning-by-do-ing. 24