Emmaus High School - Tattler Yearbook (Emmaus, PA)

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Social Studies Teachers Approach Current Problems Seated: DANIEL T. TRAINER, B.S. - World Cultures: American History - Adviser: Amateur Radio Club. ALFRED D. NEFF, JR., B.A., M.A. - American History - Coach: Baseball - Assistant Coach: Football - Adviser: Varsity E Club. Standing: WILLIAM B. ROTHENBERG, B.S., M.A. - Music: Social Studies - Adviser: Freshman Music Club, Coin and Match Cover Club. ROBERT A. BOTTORF, B.S. - History: Geography - As- sistant Coach: Wrestling - Coach: Football, Track, Wrest- ling, Grade 7 and 8 - Ad- viser: Wrestling Club. FRANK A. UNGER, B.S.-So- cial Studies-Adviser: World of Sports Club. Seated : DAVID MacLAUGHLIN, B.S. -W o rl d Cultures, Pennsyl- vania H i s t o r y - Assistant Coach: Boys' Basketball - A d vi s e rg Boys' Basketball Club. B R U C E POLSTER, B.A.- World Cultures, Pennsylvania History - Assistant Coach: Football, Baseball - Adviser: Scabbard and Blade Club. KENNETH D. WESSER, B.S., M.A. - Pennsylvania History: World Cultures - Adviser: United Nations Club, Youth for Christ. Standing : WI L L I A M L. LOBB, B.A., M.A.-Problems of Democracy - Director of Athletics - Coach: Football. EVAN E. RICHARDS, B.A., M.A. -- American History: Geography-Assistant Coach: Football. ROBERT G. HILL, A.B., - S 0 c i al Studies - Assistant Faculty Manager - Assistant Coach: Track, Grades 7 and 8 - Adviser: Hunting and Fish- ing Club.

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To Develop One World As the world has become smaller the need for better relations between countries increased. Re- alizing this, the administration has seen fit to begin three-year and four-year language courses. These courses were designed not only to teach a language but also to make students familiar with the cultures of other countries and the problems which arise there. The installation of a language laboratory has been a great aid in mastering pronunciation and improving translation of the spoken and written language. Through this media teachers have been able to work with students as a group, individu- Concept Through Study ally, and in small groups of two or three. Tape recorders have enabled students to correct their own mistakes and to profit by hearing native speakers. The language laboratory has been a help, but it did not replace many hours of study dealing with vocabulary, grammar, idioms, exceptions to rules, and stories that proved very puzzling indeed. Studies in French, Spanish, German, and Latin played their part in expanding appreciation of cul- tures existing beyond our borders. Students of French find Mr. Schaadt and Miss Novak patient and willing to offer help where needed. 11-1 and 11-3 find the incomprehensible become clear and meaningful under their guidance.

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By Evaluating The Past And Sfressing Democratic Principles Social studies was an integral part of everyone's education at Emmaus High School. This study of the past made possible a realistic outlook on life for students about to take their places in society. Geography gave students a better understanding of the relative positions of other countries and a knowledge of their domestic problems. Pennsylvania history provided a new enlighten- ment concerning our home state. The making of re- lief maps and travel logs supplemented textbook study to add variety and interest. Debates on any- thing from Blue Laws to the voting age gave prac- tical experience in organizing thoughts and expres- sing ideas. American history, long notorious for current events quizzes, provided a basic knowledge of the American Heritage and of our Constitution and its meanings. The study of civilization in World Cultures classes gave rise to innumerable reports and discussions. Seniors, in their study of Problems of Democracy, gained experience in doing research, giving reports, and viewing life. A mock trial instructed all in court- room procedure and methods of law. All information was later verified by field trips to the County Court House, the State Hospital, and the County Jail. The election of borough officials presented an opportu- nity for a colorful political campaign, complete with rallies and speeches. These officials later took over the running of the borough for a day. Emphasis was placed on helping the student to understand the social, political, and economic situa- tions with which he will become involved. Prior to the opening of mock trials, Mr. Lobb pinpoints methods of procedure to section 12-2. Keith Knauss effectively pleads his case to an atten- tive jury during a mock trial in Problems of Democracy Class. Students will soon be citizens in a court of law where they must hand down unbiased Judgment. 23