Bishop Neumann Catholic High School - Cavalog Yearbook (Wahoo, NE)

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Simon and Garfunkel provide the sound and Mr. Bennignus supplies the commentary as this freshman English class discovers literary value in today's popular music. Teaching at Neumann for the first time this past year, Tom Bennignus inspired many of his students with his fresh approach to the study of literature and Latin. speeches are only one of the several forms which sophomores deliver during their trimester of speech. As moderator of an enthusiastic junior class, Sister Veronica mixed fun and frolic with many hours of hard work. Sister aptly handled five English classes as well as the Prom arrangements. HAVEN HOUSE NURSING HOME 1145 LAUREL WAHOO, NEBRASKA 23

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Balanced English Courses Offered 22 Pike Shannahan seems to be at the height of his glory as he explains the theory behind the Cavaliers' football formation. Informative Sister Rosalee finds time to smile during her hectic schedule of teaching senior English, sophomore speech, directing plays and moderating the yearbook. HOME LUMBER CO. ADOLPH REZEK MANAGER 642- 5415 WESTON, NEBRASKA From Hamlet's to be or not to be to Sister Rosalee's don't tell anyone who taught you grammar the English depart- ment strove to provide each Neumann stu- dent with a basis for effectively communi- cating with his fellow man. The various means included such things as listening to THE EARTH by Rod McKuen while viewing a wall covered with scenic pictures. Con- tempory music also provided insights into the rhythm and content of poetry. A group of seniors went from the novel DON QUIXOTE to the play Man of La Mancha to the stage production of the latter in Omaha. Skits brought to life plays while filmstrips and movies provided background information. From Kennedy College a first was Mr. Robert Sulek, a practice teacher. A six week film series was initiated and shown both to the students and to the public. The movies ranged from those on film technique to the film David and Lisa. All not only were able to relax, but also to receive an education valuable in this age of visual media.

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From ROBINSON CRUSOE to WAR AND PEACE, Sister Vincent has organized the vast storehouse of information in Neumann's library. Sister also teaches French and Latin. Latin, French Enhance Culture Latin, the dead language, was res- urrected again by Sister Vincent and Mr, Tom Bennignus. Although Latin may be considered a language without a country, numerous Neumannites will testify to the fact that it is invaluable in the pursuit of other tongues. The French department endeavored to bring its students into closer. contact with French customs and the French way of life. Modern workbooks, realistic dia- logues, and tapes added spice to the study of that country's culture. Understanding the language of a foreign country is the first step toward drawing the world together. Part of the weekly routine of class were the dialogues, practical applications. Patti Lanlk displays her sweater to Nancy Hakel as they converse in French. J. J. TUPY SHOP GENERAL REPAIR VALPARAISO, Nebraska