Brackenridge High School - La Retama Yearbook (San Antonio, TX)

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MATHEMATICS l T Edwin Alsup Mrs. lulia Ball Emma Frey Louise Lancaster Agnes Morgan Mrs. Grace Norman Mrs. Myrll Summers Lucille Wharton Jgnliemfe Wad? lf you can answer yes, be it in mathematics, or in one of the foreign languages, you are fortunate. With a good foundation, both subjects unfold naturally, but once in a haze, all is lost. Therefore, the wise student attacks his daily problems and assignments with thoroughness. Algebra, geometry, and even trigonometry come within their grasp of understanding, and become practical aids in mathematical calculations. A most practical course in business arithmetic is also offered, giving practice in the mechanics of arith- metic, teaching calculation in mensuration, percentage, and its application to various business forms. ln the foreign language courses, there is a cultural, as well as, a practical aspect. A study of Spanish has immediate practical value in a city like San Antonio where the popu- lation is largely Latin-American. Because it will always be an asset to speak a foreign language, German and Latin are also offered. The first two years, conversation and grammar is stressed, while advanced students devote more time to reading and trans- lation. Departmental clubs give students enrolled in these classes added opportunity to use the languages in a natural social setting. A paper is published quarterly by the Ger- man classes and a news sheet is put out by the Spanish Club. FOREIGN LANGUAGES Mrs. Grace Carter Concha Chapa Stella Smith Miriam Spratt Leilet Richter Page 24

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Unce Zfpan 14 70446 Genuine delight from a tale twice, or thrice told, is a priceless heritage. ln all the English courses, effort is made, therefore, to develop the habit of reading for pleasure and to open new fields of attractive reading. Appreciation of the qualities of good writing, and skill in literary interpretation are steps next in order and conducive to richer living. A wide reading experience helps indirectly to acquire habits of correct speech, but the high school students need to go further. As sophomores, special effort is made to develop the ability to speak in complete sentences and to establish habits of using good English effec- tively in varied language situations. Grammar courses are alternated with literature. luniors and seniors are impressed with the need to continue these efforts and are en- couraged to do creative work. Students are given recognition for original work by being recommended for the English Honor Society. This has become a coveted honor for all ambitious students of English. Iournalism is also another offering of our English Depart- ment. This work centers around the publication of a bi-weekly paper of which the ad- vanced students constitute the editorial staff and class members are the reporters. ENGLISH DEPARTMENT Mrs. Margaret Barnes Nell Beasley Elsa Burg Lena Mae Elliott Irene Henderson Agnes Iames Elizabeth Koch Cecile Lawrence X C Christine Lawrence Alfred Lehmberg Mrs. Lydia Magruder Willie Rae McDonald Miriam Spratt Mrs. Iuanita Starcke Ollie Stratton Alyce Wimberly Mrs. Winifred Kupper Cnot pictured? Roberta Meadows QMiss Stratton's substitute? Page 23

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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Mrs. Pauline Berne I. R. Combs Rose Davis Henry H. Goodman Lawrence Lowman Lydia Pagel 742 '7wih Wd! Gd New vistas are constantly opening to students of science, and truths as old as time are revealed to them. Physics with its introduction to the behavior of electricity, heat, and various other forces is no less fascinating than the reactions of acids and alkalines in the study of chemistry. ln biology, a course offered to sophomores andjuniors, the structure, behavior, adaptations and life functions of living things form the basis of study. Botany reveals both the structure and use of flowers. Physiology is a compulsory course for low sophomores and is designed to place a sane emphasis on health problems. Every student is urged to arrange his program so that one period each day can be spent in the library for study. Miss Bennett, trained in library science, has general over- sight over this large group of assembled students. Each period one additional teacher from the English group assists in this supervision. Help is given in directing students to source material, and correct habits of study are encouraged in every way possible. Miss Eraley, the librarian, is assisted by Mrs. Matthews and with approximately l4,0UO volumes on its shelves, the library is prepared to offer every opportunity for enlightenment and advancement. LIBRARY Eleanor Bennett Mrs. Geraldine Matthews Elizabeth Eraley Page 25