Farrell High School - Reflector Yearbook (Farrell, PA)

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HISTORY II. III PROBLEMS OF DEMOCRACY HISTORY II, III C rr i' Mr. William Ccmtemu Mr. Ralph Dresch Mrs. Iulia Ienkins E.Ecl, Duquesne University AB. lndiunnr University AB. Muskingum College M,Ed. 'Westminster College M.Ecl, University ct Pittsburgh BS. Muskingum College HISTORY II, III P. O. D., WORLD GEOGRAPHY HISTORY II 2 , In N21 Y - Mr. Edward McCluskey Mr. Anthony Paulekcls Mr. Ioseph Scarvell BS. Wrrshingtori G jefferson BS. Wnsliington G Iefferson BS, Ed Youngstown University Zl

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-SUEU-XL SUE EES- The Social Science Department of our school, under the direction of Mr. Dresch, is doing much to instruct the students of Farrell Senior l-ligh School about the past and present of all the countries of the world. The purpose for teaching the social sciences is to provide the student with an understanding of the desires and needs of his fellow man, and to prepare him for a place in the world of today. World history is the study of the world from prehistoric times to the present. ft deals with the origin and spread of civilization throughout the world. American history tells of the settling of our country in 1607, and the reason for settling it. lt relates the story of our struggle in battle or by treaty to keep this country free and democratic. Problems of Democracy deals with the present, and teaches the practical aspects of our economic and governmental systems. Each year the Problems of Democracy classes participate in the I speak for Democracy contest which gives them an appreciation of the freedoms they enjoy. Mr. Dresch, Mr. Paulekas, Mr, McCluskey, Mr. Canterna, and Mr. Scarvell are the social science teachers. HUME ECU UMIES UEPAHTME HOME ECONOMICS In Farrell High School girls may specialize in Home Economics by enrolling in the Vocational Home Economics Course, or they may elect courses which are general in scope. The Vocational Home Economics Course provides instruction and experiences in the basic aspects of personal, family and home living. The core of its educational program is to raise standards for family living and to teach practical habits of work that may be carried over into later life. The girl, her family, and her home formulate its important background. Girls who specialize in this course are prepared to adapt a scientific and intelligent approach to the valuable and enjoyable vocation of homemaking. ln the Vocational Home Economics Course there are varied opportunities available to meet college and nursing school en- trance requirements, provided the pupil selects those subjects that will be accepted as college or nursing school entrance units. General Home Economics can be elected for one year by girls from any other course. One of the important objectives is to de- velop the appreciation of homemaking as a stimulating and re- warding vocation, and an understanding of the varied opportunie ties available to home economics trained people. The units are planned to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of the girls in each class. Units most frequently selected are: basic nutrition, table manners and etiquette, party foods, clothes-making, tex- tiles, clothing selection, child care, and good grooming. 20 Miss Frances Dux-itsa B.S. Pennsylvania State University M.A. Columbia University

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-EUMMEHEIAL DEPAHTME T- The primary objectives of the Commercial Department are to prepare the student to get a job, to hold it efficiently, and to win promotions to higher and better paid positions. Keeping this in mind, the Business Education Department endeavors to offer courses which contribute toward these objectives. The Commercial Department believes, however, that technical knowledge in a particular skill is not all that is required for business occupational success. lf success and advancement to higher positions are to be achieved, it is necessary to have occupational intelligence . The quality traits of initiative, tact, cooperation, ability to get along with people, and willingness to follow instructions are de- veloped. The students are encouraged to think, to reason, and to criticize constructively along business lines. The Commercial Department tries to create a feeling of em- ployee loyalty, and an appreciation of the trust placed on an employee. The faculty of the Business Education Department con- sists of Mrs. Mary Iones, Miss Geraldine Rock, Mr. Paul Matuscak, and its chairman, Miss Olga Gojdics. These competent teachers show not only the technical points of business, but also give the students practice in each of the fields. Students taking the course, Work in the office of the school, at the switchboard, and have an office practice class where they can use all of the modern equipment in the offices of today. What the students of our Commercial Department are learning today, will be the strong basis of our business wcrld of tomorrow. BOOKKEEPIN G I, II Mr. Paul Matuscak B.S. Bus. Admin. Youngstown University -MUSIE DEPAHTME T- The Music Department of Farrell High School plays an important role in the lives of its members. The objectives of this department are to train students who wish to make a career of music, as well as to provide educational and enjoyable experiences for participating students. Mr. Samuel Campagna, the head of the Music Depart- ment, is the director of the A Capella Choir which is one of the two organizations in the Music Department. The choir is active throughout the school year, participating in several annual programs. Their programs include the Spring Concert, the Farrell Chamber of Commerce Ban- quet, a choir trip to a nearby high school, and the Wolves' Club Scholarship Minstrel. Providing the musical backs ground for the bi-annual Christmas Pageant completes the busy schedule of the choir. The Farrell High School Band, directed by james V. Scanga, is the other important organization of the music department. The band schedule is never empty as the members participate in football and basketball games as well as in their regular concerts. During football season they prepare and perform half-time shows for the football games. They also perform at each home game during bas- ketball season and at the pep rallies. Annually they pre- sent a spring concert, and appear with the choir at the Chamber of Commerce Banquet. They also contribute their services to the community by participating in the Hallo- ween, Armistice Day, and Memorial Day parades. The music department gives much musical training to serious minded music students and still offers opportuni- ties for all high school students to participate in the music appreciation program.