Emmaus High School - Tattler Yearbook (Emmaus, PA)

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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

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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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Study Of Art And Music Improves Cultural Bockg JACK M. LONG, B.S., M.Mus. Ed.-Instrumental Music: Director: Senior and Junior Bands - Adviser: Dance Band. ERROL K. PETERS - Music - District Director of Music - Director: Chorus, Orchestra. RONALD MOSEMANN, B.S. - Elementary Music Sup- ervisor - Director: Cadet Band. Attractive display cases and excellent musical shows were but two of the many ways in which students exhibited artistic expression. They ap- plied their talents and gained a deeper appre- ciation for the talents of others. For the more gifted students opportunity for advanced study was provided. Projects such as clay modeling, the creation of mosaics, wood carv- round VERNA SEAGREAVES, B.S., M.A. - Music - Adviser: Eighth Notes: Seventh Grade Music Makers: Boys' Glee Club. CLARENCE R. ROEDER - Art - Adviser: Chess and Checkers Club, Grades 7 and 8. MARY E. MILLER, B.S. - Art - Adviser: Scenery De- sign Club. ing, and designing mobiles kept students busy and interested. Chorus, band, and orchestra gave the musically inclined a chance to appear in public in many fine shows and concerts put on each year. In addition groups entered various regional competitions, and the band shows at football games were always anticipated with great enthusiasm. Of the countless number of programs Mr. Peters directed during his long career, the Christmas program a l W a y s seemed most outstanding.