Eden Central School - Embers Yearbook (Eden, NY)

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MUSIC , ! From the junior high music classes, students gain a general knowledge of the fundamentals and history of music. The more advanced courses enable the musically inclined to train in this . field. In general, the students develop an appre- | ciation of music, which is basic for a well-round- | ed life. Mrs. Gangi Mz. Conklin Mr. Meacham HOME ECONOMICS ai { all . - i a Sy va tae | ape Bat i ' Rae ! “ vogue | ’ + te et; ge The homemaking department trains girls in the essential practices of managing a home and raising children. Through competent instruction they gain a proper knowledge of homemaking techniques, neces- sary for their future life as homemakers. 15 Mrs. Conklin Miss Bald

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Mr. Lundburg ART Mrs. Boyer The art program is an attempt to expose the stu- Mr. Haug dent to a better appreciation of what goes into art in relation to everyday life. We do not attempt to ; nti make finished artists of those who take the course, eo aes o: Wi Ae but to show what is expected of them in the art oie ee ? AN field if they desire to go on—a foundation is laid for ae: ; that work. If it is to be used as a leisure pastime in i later life, a foundation is established. yyA nae oe t, ye at 21. COMMERCIAL The commercial department provides all courses € in the business field for students who wish to either a work after graduation or to further their education ‘in this field. These teachers work diligently to give re ine Re the students the best qualifications so that they may Y. ba 4 go into the world with an education that will enable Vv them to fulfill the requirements of the business world. Miss Witzleben rs Mr. Colvin . | {| iz EF it 3 x : xs oe

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DRIVER EDUCATION Mr. Ruggles Since the nation’s highways have become likely places for accidents, it is the purpose of this de- partment to educate beginners in safe driving habits with the hope that they will continue to drive intelligently and carefully as adults. Mr. Munger 16 AGRICULTURE Today’s farming methods are becoming more highly mechanized and therefore require special training. The agriculture department trains our future farmers through practical application as well as through the regular classes. Thus they gain a good foundation for their chosen voca- tion.