Admiral Farragut Academy - Buccaneer Yearbook (St Petersburg, FL)

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SCHCLARSHIPS THE REAR ADMIRAL CHARLES F. HUGHES, U.S.N., MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP in the amount of 35250 is awarded annually to the son of a Naval Oliicer, with the understanding that the recipient must maintain a high record both in his studies and corps activities. THE LIEUTENANT UCD ROBERT M. PATTEN, U.S.N., MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP in the amount of S250 is awarded annually to the son of a Naval Oiiicer, with the understanding that the recipient must maintain a high record both in his studies and corps activities. There are also available to deserving boys several Band Scholarships in the amount of 3100, awarded annually to boys who furnish their own instruments and are sufiiciently well versed in music to take their places in the Cadet Band, provided there is need for the particular instruments AWARDS Awards for outstanding and meritorious achievement in academic, drill and athletic activities will be awarded during the Commencement exercises as follows: THE ADMIRAL FARRAGUT ACADEMY AWARD-3 gold medal to the cadet of the Hrst class who has attained the highest multiple of general proficiency in academic work, naval drills, com' pliance with regulations, athletic and extrafcurricular activities during his iirst class year. THE GOVERNOR HAROLD G. HOFFMAN AWARD-H gold medal to the cadet who has attained the highest multiple of general proficiency in academic work, naval drills, compliance with regulaf tions, athletic and extrafcurricular activities for the year. The name of the winner to be inscribed upon the Governor Hoffman Cup. THE DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION AWARD-a gold medal to the cadet of the first class who has attained the highest merit in general seamanship. THE AMERICAN LEGION AWARD-three medals, of gold, silver and bronze, to be awarded respectively to the three cadets who attain the highest marksmanship scores at the annual small arms practice. THE PINE BEACH BOROUGH AWARD-a set of books presented by Mr. Howard Hutchinson, of the Borough of Pine Beach, to that cadet who has attained the highest academic multiple for the year. THE BEACHWOOD BOROUGH AWARD-a silver cup presented by Mr. Joseph Rowe, Mayor of Beachwood, to that cadet who has shown the best allfround ability in athletics for the year. THE COLORS AWARD-the presentation of the National and Academy colors and the streamer decorations on the guidon of the Company which attains the highest merit in the annual inter' company competition. they play. g , , ,a......hu..m PLENTY OF BOATS FOR ALL PAGE EIGHTEEN

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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Cadets are encouraged to join and learn to participate in the activities of the Choral Club, the declamation contests, dramatics and the Academy paper, The Capstan. Each of these activities is carefully developed and supervised by a faculty officer. BAND AND ORCHESTRA Among the other extra-curricular activities of the Academy are the band and orchestra which offer a splendid training in these fields of music. Any cadet who plays a suitable instru- ment is eligible to become a member of these organizations. The band furnishes music for cadet ceremonies and plays Sunday concerts for the pleasure of the Corps, its relatives and friends. During the past year, trips were made to play at functions in nearby communities, notably at Atlantic City, where several broadcasts were made. The orchestra plays for the cadet hops and provides entertainment at the informal Saturday night gatherings of the Staff and Corps. Boys who like music will find these organizations a constant source of pleasure and interest. ATTENDANCE All cadets are required to attend all recitations, drills, lectures, recreational activities and excursions which the Corps attends in a body. Absence from any activity is permitted only upon the authorization of the Medical Officer. Cadets are permitted no leave of absence other than the leave periods listed in the Academy Calendar. Special leaves of absence are granted only in the case of death or serious illness in the immediate family of the cadet or special medical or dental requirements of the cadet as approved by the Medical Oflicer and requested by the parents. General vveekfend leaves of absence to the number of three or four for the year are permitted upon the written request of a cadet's parent for the purpose of medical or dental attention, government academy appointments or suchother business as requires the cadet's presence at home. ' CONDUCT It is assumed that cadets come to the Academy for a serious purpose and that they will cheerfully conform to such regulations as may be issued from time to time. Cadets are expected to behave with decorum and to pay due respect to the Academy officers. Conduct inconsistent with general good order and discipline, or persistent neglect of academic work, or obvious inaptif tude may cause dismissal. Improper conduct such as dishonesty, immorality or theft renders the offender liable to immediate expulsion. VISITORS The Admiral Farragut Academy extends a cordial Welcome to all visitors whenever they come. Parents of boys approaching the preparatory school age are urged to visit the Academy and to inspect closely the facilities, methods and results. Parents of cadets are urged to limit their visits to such times as the cadets are not busy, preferably Saturday and Sunday afternoons. RELIGIOUS SERVICES The Academy is undenominational and regulates the religious training along basic ethical lines rather than in conformity with any set creed. Bible instruction is voluntary, church attendance on Sundays is compulsory. Cadets are encouraged to attend the churches of their denominations located in Pine Beach, Beachwood or Toms River. PAGE SEVENTEEN

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CCURSES CF STUDY The courses of study have been planned to meet the requirements of the major colleges and of the U. S. Government Academies. The Admiral Farragut Academy offers six courses of study: The Arts Course. The General Course. The Science Course. The Commercial Course. Junior School fsee Page 361. The Merchant Marine Course. The Arts Course prepares cadets for collegiate study leading to the A.B. degree in most colleges. The minimum requirements for the completion of the course are 15 units. UNITS English C4 yearsj .................. 3 Mathematics ...................... 2 or 3 Foreign languages fmust include a mini' mum of 3 years of Latinj ......... 3 to 7 History .......................... 2 or 3 Science ................. .. 2 The Science Course prepares cadets for higher study in engineering schools, medical schools and the government academies. At least 15 units are required. UNITS English Q4 yearsj .. 3 Mathematics ..... . . 4 Science ........... .. 2 or 3 Foreign Languages .... .. 3 to 5 History .....,..... .. 2 or 3 The General Course is for cadets whose courses do not meet the requirements of either the Arts Course or the Science Course. A minimum of 15 units is required. UNITS English Q4 yearsj . . . . . 3 Mathematics ........ . 2 to 4 Foreign Languages . .. . O to 6 Science ........... . 1 to 3 History ......... . 1 to 3 The Commercial Course prepares cadets for direct entrance into business. Should a cadet desire to enter college instead, permission may be granted at any time during the course up to the beginning of the fourth year to effect the change of subjects necessary to meet college entrance requirements. The minimum requirements for completion of the course are 15 units. UNITS English f4 yearsj ........... . . . 3 American History and Civics .... . . . 1 or 2 Mathematics ............... . . . 2 or 3 Science ................... . 1 Modern Languages . . . . . . 3 or 4 Commercial subjects . . . . . . 4 PAGE NINETEEN