Fairhaven High School - Huttlestonian Yearbook (Fairhaven, MA)

Page 27 text:

A language is a standard set of words by which one man is able to communicate w ' ith another. Acquiring a workable knowledge of a foreign language is an integral part of our search for new horizons. Each language has its own horizon, its individuality, and a reflection of its native people. As we become acquainted with a new language, as strange words join to¬ gether to convey a meaningful thought, we sense a unique feeling of affinity with the people whose language we are learning. In an age of travel such as the one we are now living in, the knowledge of a foreign language has innumerable uses. Un, deux, trois, compris? The ancient language, Latin, helps us to understand better our own language as well as others. We learn much about the civilization of foreign countries through the study of their languages. A country ' s customs are more interesting if one understands the native language. m ' A f 1 ’ Ml SiM ' r ' wHHgmnW a I! ! 1 k 1 •i jM 1 Ar 1 i ' f I ' ' l i. 1 - -r. ’ ' ■ . JU . . r ' ‘ , i . 1 j -Ufc —

Page 26 text:

English And I, now, have the honor of presenting our Venezuelan ambassador, Eli.” Knowledge blooms in room 16, and so do Mrs. Knipe’s plants. Alas, poor Yorrick.” She can ' t find a copy of Mad” any¬ where. The polish and poise of each individual is dependent upon his proficiency in his language. Therefore students at Fairhaven High School are fortunate to have such a remarkable English department. Our teachers have opened the door for us to the world of literature, and from the pages of many of the great classics we have learned valuable lessons of life. We do not only learn to profit from the writings of others, but we also learn to create. Through practice in grammar and composition, we gain the powerful tool of accurate expression. In our c lass discussions we share our thoughts and ideas and develop a greater understanding of the feelings of others. The study of English is more than a study of subject matter; it is a study of life and a step to maturity. 22

Page 28 text:

And here is an interesting item—a copy of the Times.” History The past is part of the basic foundation of the present and the future. The future of our nation depends on its history and the youth of the present. If the youth of today learns from the past, it will be able to build a strong future. The history curriculum at Fairhaven High School helps the students to understand the past. United States’ History is a required subject before a student may graduate. In this way, a student is better prepared by Fairhaven High School to meet his own future and the future of the nation.