Escambia High School - Escambian Yearbook (Pensacola, FL)

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Stud of Histor Helps All Mankind Advises Chairman Through the social studies courses offered, the importance of history is learned by many students. An understanding of history may help us avoid making the same mistake twice, explains Mr. John Goodwin, department chair- man. To provide a curriculum which aids the student in acquiring knowledge, skills. values and attributes needed by a responsible citizen in a democratic society, is the goal of the Social Studies Department. In order to do this, courses such as geography, American history and Americanism vs. Communism are required. This year another course. consumer economics, has been added to that list. Consumer economics is part of a state- required program designed to promote an appreciation of our free enterprise system. Seniors learn about income tax forms, banking and budgeting. I learned many things that will help me cope with everyday living, comments Toni Boggs. For the student who is interested in further history study, world history is offered as an elective. In addition to this. field trips by the students are supplemented by people within the community taking part in the learning experience. Resource personnel are invited to the class- rooms to share their expertise, remarks Mr. Goodwin. N mu..-is 111:53 Six. C alia . ..,-H' Policeman Don NeSmith speaks to Mrs. Konecny's psychology class Students work steadily to complete their assignments to the best of their ability and satisfaction

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Tim Galpin is apparently getting applause while he diligently works on last minute touch ups on the language float during Homecoming. Stud of Language To teach the student to read, to write and to speak the foreign language he has chosen is the purpose of the Foreign Language Department, explains Mrs. Marjorie Hudson, Latin instructor. Besides learning these fundamentals, students learn the culture and history of the country. ln order to fulfill curiosity, to better chances in job areas and to increase their knowledge of other cultures, students enroll in foreign language classes. In modern languages, Spanish, German and French, there are professions involving interpreters, translators and businessmen for embassies or foreign branch offices. My three years of German will enable me to go to a German university to become a medical researcher, states Virginia Miller, junior. Latin aids in the careers of as 3 Main Goals doctors, lawyers, nurses, scientists and jobs related to English and literature. Outside activities are also a part of the 'language curriculum. During the month of December, the classes unite to have a tea for the foreign exchange students. An awards assembly, a banquet and a cultural day are combined for a three day celebration in February. Each of the languages has an honor society. To become a member. students have to meet certain grade qualifications. The language clubs strive to enrich the students' education by participation in cultural activities related to the foreign language studied, comments Mrs. Hudson.

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