Forest Hills High School - Forester Yearbook (Sidman, PA)

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Left: Mary Ellen Ambroe carefully supervises rhe making of some biscuits by several boys of the special education department. They include John Weaver, at left; Harry Weaver and Todd Minor (with the spatula). Below: Wood shop instructor Terry Crissey displays one of the projects made in class. Below Middle: In a mechanical drawing class. Robert Myers explains a drawing to seniors Ron Grigg and Doug Wess. Bottom: During a break in a busy schedule. John Romanchock of the metal shop, relaxes with thoughts of his grandchil- dren. Thorough Knowledge Of Basics Stressed In the practical arts department, the students again began with the basics in the areas of wood, metal, mechanical drawing, and home economics. They moved on” from simple projects to more complex problems. Welding, basic foundry work, sheet metal and machine work were stressed in metal shop. Concentrating on the use of wood working machines, wood working students made simple arti- cles, such as gun racks and stools and moved on” to more difficult projects, such as cedar chests and end tables. In mechanical drawing, the concepts of isometric and per- spective drawing were studied. From simple drawings, the indi- viduals moved on to the construction of model homes. Finally, in home economics, sewing and cooking were fol- lowed by money management, child care, food and nutrition, and family clothing. Many of the projects made in these classes were later dis- played at the arts festival and indicated how well the students moved on in their respective departments. Practical Arts - 29

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 Below: Band director Charles Can n in reviews a musical score with senior Margie Wadsworth who is preparing to go to county band. Right: Sam Coco, choral director, conducts a number at the annual Christmas concert held at the junior high auditorium. Students 'Move On’ In Cultural Areas In the art department, the first year student began with portrait drawing and moved on” to watercolors and leather- craft. Those wishing to move on” experimented with silk screening, oil painting, macrame and more advanced skills. In the field of instrumental and choral music there was a continual moving on by a number of students who advanced to county, regional and state participation. Students of both departments had an opportunity to participate in broadway musicals, band members taking part in the orchestra and chorus members having leads and supporting roles in the musical itself. Several members of the band also had the distinction of mov- ing on to Honors Band. Helping students to move on” to a better understanding and enjoyment of the cultural aspects of education was the aim of the fine arts department. Art instructor Albert Damico checks the grade of a recent painting done by senior Jeff Madison 28 • Fine Arts

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Below: FIims Kudrick. one of the driver ed instructors, has one of the student drivers check the oil before going on the road. Right: Mr. Kudrick waits for a driver ed student who is reporting from study hail Safety Ed Required Of Future Drivers All incoming sophomores were required to take the safety ed course before moving on to driver ed. In the safety ed class, the students learned the components of the automobile as well as the rules and regulations in driving, together with proper safety procedures. Films of highway accidents were viewed in the classes to impress upon the future drivers the importance of highway safety. In the driver ed course, the students were required to have six hours of actual driving experience. In this moving on” process, the individuals learned how to handle an automobile, became familiar with the traffic laws and finally were prepared for their driving tests. In the sophomore safety ed class, instructor Joseph Soohy impresses upon the class the importance of highway safety. 30 - Driver Ed