Ambridge Area High School - Bridger Yearbook (Ambridge, PA)

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The Faculty and Its Work In the classrooms of the school, the student receives training of the mind and body, necessary to prepare him for a well-rounded future. That each student develop soundness of mind and health of body is the objective of our high school courses. Each department contributes in some way to this collective aim. Youth learns to care for and maintain a clean, healthy body through physical education and the study of hygiene. He is taught to appreciate true beauty through the creative work of the Art and Music departments. Poise, self-confidence, and development of the art of speech delivery, all accomplishments of the public speech student, help to enable the youth to express more eloquently and confidently the knowledge he has gained throughout the high school years. The cultural effect is gained from the study of the languages, French and Spanish, as well as the classic Latin. Chemistry, biology, and physics prepare the scientifically minded for further training in the field of science. The practical value of mathematics is emphasized by extensive courses in algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. For those interested in the business world, a commercial course is offered. Those boys mechanically inclined are urged to take advantage of the machinery, equipment, and courses of study under the Vocational Department, while girls may prepare for home-making in the Home Economics Department. Practical and cultural value are both embodied in the English class, where every-day use of grammar is taught— plus the great literature of America and England. Since every young American should be thoroughly acquainted with the problems that our country must face after this war is won, the history classes include American History, civics, and Problems of Democracy. Yes, the graduating senior, having received a well-rounded education, steps confidently forth to face the future through the efforts of our faculty.

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Board of Education Top: Blonorik, Bufolini, Byers, Caputo. Bottom: Duzy, Graham, Kraft, Radakovich. The Ambridge Board of Education had the responsiblity of seeing that the opportunities of education were presented to the youth of the community. The members of that group have met that responsibility in a commendable manner. Many obstacles have been surpassed in order to keep our schools functioning efficently and meeting the needs of the time. Legal advice was given by the Solicitor, Eugene A. Caputo. The officers and committees of the board were: President Mr. John J. Graham Vice President Mr. Elmer Blanarik Secretary Miss Mary Radakovich Treasurer Mr. Frank Duzy COMMITTEES FINANCE Mr. Frank Duzy, Chairman Mr. Joseph Bufalini Mr. Elmer Blanarik BUILDING Mr. Elmer Blanarik, Chairman Mr. Frank Duzy Mr. Ted Kraft ATHLETIC Mr. Joseph Bufalini, Chairman Mr. Elmer Blanarik Miss Mary Radakovich EDUCATIONAL Miss Mary Radakovich, Chairman Mr. Frank Duzy Mr. Vernon Byers GROUNDS SUPPLY Mr. Ted Kraft, Chairman Mr. Joseph Bufalini Mr. Vernon Byers Mr. Vernon Byers, Chairman Miss Mary Radakovich Mr. Ted Kraft SINKING FUND Mr. John Graham Miss Mary Radakovich Mr. Frank Duzy

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Alma Adams B.S. Typing I, Typing II Radio Code Club William Arnett Vocational Machine Shop George Axtcll Vocational Electric Shop Stage Squad, P. A. Squad Moving Picture Squad William Bining B.S., M.A., Ph.D. Social Studies American History Student Senate Home Room Program Historical Society Chairman of Sociol Studies Department M. N. Cook A.B., M.A. Business Economics G. B. T. Mary L. Duffy Litt.B., M.A. Latin, American History Member of Steering Committee for Senior Class Service Correspondence Club Chairman of Language Dept. Katherine Forcey B.S., M.Ed. Algebra I, Plane Geometry Solid Geometry, Trigonometry Chairman Math Department Thomas E. Hoskins B.S., M.Ed. Related Drawing, Sketching Blueprint Reading Mechanical Drawing Sarah E. Adams Litt. B., M.A. French I, II, Spanish I, II Member of Junior Steering Committee International Language Club Ethel Althauscr A.B., M.L. English IV C, English IV Business English Stella Barr B.S. Girls' Hygiene, Physical Ed. Cheerleaders, Girls' Patrol Girls' Gymnastic Team Leaders Training Club Usher Committee Olive E. Cease B.S., M.Ed. Business English, Shorthand I Typewriting Choirman of Commercial Department Virginia G. Dcrflingcr A.B. World History, Spanish I Senior Science, Journalism Silhouette Doris Feick B.S. Vocational Home Economics Director of Home Economics in Junior and Senior High School All Home Ec Activities E. Lucile Frey B.S., M.S. S. J. D. Keusch Trade Drafting Related Social Science — 16 —