Edgewood High School - Sylvan Yearbook (Edgewood, PA)

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Linguists teach language, geography, and history of foreign countries Mrs. Harold W. Edwards B.A.-Allegheny French l, II, Ill . .. active in Modern Language Association r,.,.. advises French Club, Senior Y-Teens, and the Junior Class .. .1 noted for her friendly personality Mrs. Vernon Fluharty BA.-Pitt Spanish l, ll, lll friendly adviser of Spanish Club . . . na- tive Columbian . .. delights in wearing smart clothes has a whimsical sense of humor Mrs. Robert E. Maxwell B.A.-Wilson Latin l, ll, lll sponsors the Latin Banquet sophomore class adviser displays a keen interest in Latin . .. devoted to Edgewood Students and teachers board bus for Latin Exhibit at Buhl Planetarium. Mrs. Edwards Mrs. Fluharty Mrs. Maxwell To enrich student knowledge of languages, customs, and people in other countries was the ambition of the EHS foreign language depart- ment. German, instructed by Miss Shirley Gund- lach, was o new addition this year to the lan- guage department. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors were permitted to take this course. French and Spanish were offered for three years. Furthering in class the understanding of the language was the goal ofthe instructors. The Latin course completes the language curriculum. Latin is generally offered for two years, but advanced Latin courses are available to those students who desire them. 12

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-13. Mrs. Margaret Hiles, Mrs. G. H, Schwarzkopf, Mrs. Mary Flick, Mrs. Gurli Richards, Miss Dorothy Quinton. Acknowledging that fundamental skills and information in familiar subiect-matter fields are still the chief goals of the modern schools, the administrative agencies of Edgewood School Dis- trict have provided a curriculum to fit the needs of the community. Taking into account the fact that more than 85 per cent of the graduating classes go to college, they have put emphasis on the academic phases. However, provision for those desiring more general coverage has been inculcated into the offerings. Mr. McFarlane, superintendent of buildings, discusses business with Mr. Watson and Mr. Flick. School Provides Various Services ln addition to providing for the mental de- velopment of the students, Edgewood provides for the physical well-being and the protection of its school population. A well-rounded physical education department, doctor services, and police women protection are the agencies that take care of these departments. New emphasis has been placed on the importance of guidance services that helps boys and girls to plan their own actions wisely. Dr. L. Neil, school doctor, checks absentee cards. JSA -...Q

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e Miss May M. lreland M.Ed.-Penn State English IV, advanced composition administers the Ameri- can Field Service Program . worldwide traveler worked with the United Nations Mrs. William A. Kerner M-Ed.-Pit? English IV, journalism, junior high guidance advises Syl- van, Edgecator, and Press Club devoted journalist active in national sorority work Mrs. Reuben Maitland B.A.-Allegheny English Ill maintains a serious philosophy of life ta- vors class lectures Hnow note this, class is one of her favorite expressions Mrs, Paul L. Mclain B.A.--Pitt Speech I and II, Advanced English I sponsors senior class advises Dramatic Club directs the senior play pleasing personality B.S.-Clemson Mr. George T, Rodgers English ... interested in photography ... ardent hi-ti fan .., assistant coach at the football team keeps control in a militant manner Mr. Albert W. Schoepf M.Ed.-Pitt English ll, language arts sponsors many sophomore class activities witty jazz fan adviser to Car Club has unusual literary taste English educators stress language background Mr. William J, Coviello, speech student teacher, prepares class assignments. W ':'z-T s 'L if Q7 Miss Ireland Mrs. Kerner Mrs. Maitland Mrs. McLain Mr. Rodgers Mr. Schoepf Correct use of English grammar, a basic knowledge of English and American literature, ease and poise before an audience, and creative writing were the objectives of this year's English department. Advanced English, a college preparatory course in writing, is a two year credited course offered to junior and senior students who have maintained above average grades. Speech required tor juniors and seniors oc- cupied an important part in the English program at Edgewood. Journalism, an elective subject, is a special- ized course in newspaper and yearbook work. Members of the class worked on the newspaper as part of their assignments.