Cradock High School - Admiral Yearbook (Portsmouth, VA)

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. . Cftncf Joreicjn jSanc uaye The Foreign Language Department strives to broaden the horizons of pupils by acquaint- ing them with a culture other than their own through study of the language, history and literature of the foreign country. The . modern languages are presented by the audio-lingual method. There is a com- plete course for three years and the fourth is in preparation. At this time, fourth year students meet with third year classes and are given outside reading from the great writers of France and Spain in addition to the regular class work. The primary objective of this department is to enable the pupil to communicate in and to understand the language in the current idiom. Miss Brockwell supervises future foreign diplomats SOPHOCLES in Latin class? 29

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Randi Bryant Speaks During Mock Elections We believe that Social Studies classes are most logical areas in which to emphasize the meaning and the application of the principles of our American way of life We hope to provide a background which will develop an inquiring attitude, critical thinking and conclusions drawn after careful examination of the facts We hope to inspire pride in and loyalty to our country We believe that a knowledge of past cultures, the framework of present governments and an appreciation of our American heritage are necessary to the individual if he is to evaluate the world, his country, V and himself, today and attain a full, active, alert, y and meaningful life as a citizen in this democratic y a republic which our communities, states and nation represent 28

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3 fome C conomics Ancf industrial Arts — This beats fighting the cafeteria crowd! We ' ll draw to see who does dishes. J j art Of 0 ur 0 very cfay Oife Home Economics and In- dustrial Arts teach the skills helpful for a successful life. The skills of cooking, sewing, and etiquette are presented in Home Economics classes in a manner that will be use- ful regardless of any future occupation. In Industrial Arts boys learn to repair and build many household objects. These courses add to the well-rounded curriculum of Cradock students. Mr. Spruill oversees the production line. 30