Damien High School - Spartiate Yearbook (La Verne, CA)

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Lh. it, MR. MAWLUD NAJJAR Science MR. HOWARD TEITELBAUM Chairman, Science Dept. FATHER PATRICK TRAVERS, S.S., c.c. Math BROTHER GERALD DUFFY, S.S., C.C. Science FATHER MICHAEL BROOKS, S.S., C.C, Chairman, Math Dept. Damien High School ' s science de- partment displayed a new look this year. Under the leadership of vet- eran science teacher Mr. Howard Teitelbaum, a new staff was assem- bled and the entire curriculum was updated. Mr. Boardman taught the new BSCS biology course in a newly equipped lab. Mr. Najjar brought new depth and experience to the chemistry and physical science classes. Brother Duffy introduced the department ' s sequence to fresh- men, striving to familiarize begin- ning students with the ever develop- ing language and technique of the sciences. 4 lv c3» ' DISCOVERIES MADE The mathematics depart- ment, headed by Father Brooks, also deepened and broadened its offerings. A pre- algebra course for freshhmen was introduced along with a new honors math course open to sophomores. Rather than the traditional course in trig- onometry for seniors, the de- partment offered a diversified program including elements of analytic geometry, calculus, and probability theory. MR.ELRIC BOARDMAN Science

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MR. MICHAEL TONSING Chairman, Social Studies Dept. MR. JOHN STERLING Social Studies FROM INCEPTION TO PRESENT Under the direction of department chairman Mr. Michael Tonsing, the social studies curriculum experi- enced growth and change. Based upon a format of symposium discussions, ex- tensive outside readings, and deep, probing research, the honors course in American history gave students an un- precedented opportunity to develop the skills of the his- t orian. A revamped course in American government taught by Mr. Sterling drew seniors to consider America ' s role in international affairs. World geography and world history, taught by Father McSweeney and Father McCabe, provided a background of knowledge. Mr. Coston headed a business department that offered economics and busi- ness law. FATHER KENNETH McCABE, S.S., C.C. Social Studies FATHER DANIEL McSWEENY, S.S., C.C. Social Studies MR. WILLIAM COSTON Chairman, Business Dept.

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MR. RICHARD DIAZ Spanish FATHER MICHAEL MAHER, S.S., C.C. Chairman, Language Dept. ALIEN TONGUES TAUGHT Language is the basis of communication. To understand a country ' s culture, a basic knowledge of their language is helpful. Damien High combined the old and the new in their language department by offering three foreign languages. Classical Latin which covers not only the pronunciation and trans- lation of that language but also the culture of Rome was taught by the chairman of the language department, Father Michael Maher, and Mr. Kuhn. The Spanish classes were taught realistically by Mr. Diaz and Father Gilsenan in that the emphasis was on the conversational aspects. Father Fergus taught his students about France as well as the French language. With this background the students of Damien High have an advantage in understanding other cultures. ■1H F 5 ° 4fl y MR. EDWARD ADAMS Speech ,« FATH. R MICHAEL GILSEI VS, S.S., C.C, Spanish