Franklin Central High School - Liberanni Yearbook (Franklin, NY)

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Growing up F.C.S. youngsters are taught the new and also the traditional The 1986-87 school year brought exciting changes at the elementary level. Elementary school enrollment has been steadily climbing, ne- cessitating the addition of three classrooms. This was accomplished by changing the “movie room” into a primary classroom and dividing a large classroom. Division made some classrooms rather small but most teachers agree that the resultant smaller class size makes for more effective education. The elementary staff was increased to accommodate the new classes. We welcomed the following new tea chers: Miss Elyse Lensky, Pre-first grade; Mrs. Catherine Tucci, Grade 2; Mrs. Grace Coddington, Grade 4; Miss Judith Zurbrick, Grade 5. Curriculum changes during 1986-87 found fifth and sixth graders studying Spanish as a second language and all classes K-6 using a new Science curriculum developed by New York State guidelines. With the addition of more computers, all children K-6 have had experience in the use of computers. While change is exciting and a necessary part of our technological society, it is pleasing to note that the elementary division retained some of its finest traditions such as the Kindergarten Circus, the Halloween Parade, The Flight of the Gingerbread Boy, Sixth Grade Holiday Plays, First Grade Breakfast, Field Trips, Mother's and Fa- ther’s Day Celebrations, Field Day, etc. Nan Gardiner Be : tea all! Joan Cronauer, Marie Rutherford, Joanne Westcott, Grace Coddington, Carol Lare, Jean Siems, Catherine Tucci, Margaret Sutherland, Judith Zurbrick, Martha Robinson: Top left- Nan Gardiner

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Moving up, F.C.S. sees many improvements Recent changes at F.C.S. have made our educational system much better. While taking time for the stu- dents’ and community's interests, academics have not been forgotten. We are proud to have achieved the following: One of the largest honor rolls in the history of the school was accomplished. A new athletic field was constructed from property donated. The central office has been reorganized for better effi- ciency and budgetary procedures have been placed on the computer. New bulletin boards now advertise and promote school community activities and recognize all stu- dents attaining the honor roll. An enforced disciplinary code has improved the learn- ing environment while promoting academics. The Festival of the Arts Program has brought cultural activities to all grade levels. The school has arranged additional cultural activities for the students through the Orpheus Theatre in One- onta and also for the community through the Air Force Concert Band. Educational field trips have been sponsored to Mon- treal and New York. The school has saved the taxpayers over $70,000 by more efficient purchasing, careful shopping for insur- ance, curtailment of vandalism in the school, new procedures for renovating and repairing, following through on state aided projects and eliminating the need for many legal services, among others. As always, there was a strong thrust toward grades, good sportsmanship and individual growth. Frequent assemblies kept students aware of the goings-on, while praising their personal and team achievements. The Board of Education: Ed- wyna Barstow, John Campbell, Robert Miller, Rodney Hebbard, Thomas Pan- 8 zella. | DY eam (0) 0 og a De ol otal el aa a

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Hustle, bustle At the guidance office Here at F.C.S., the Guidance Office is the hub of the school. A necessary hub. Stu- dents from all grade levels can be seen in these three little rooms. And as they get older, the visits become more frequent. Mrs. MacDonald urges pupils to come use the Discover and SAT programs whenever possible. Below, we can see her encour- agement has drawn in Curt Phelps and Jeff Keator. After taking the placement tests, they may find that they would make good doctors, lawyers, or Indian chiefs. Besides career counseling, Mrs. Fairchilds and Mrs. MacDonald help with college. Stu- dents are told never to think that anything may be unreachable. ‘‘Sure,’’ Mrs. Fair- childs tells Trisha Giambra. ‘Virginia would love a girl with a high school record like yours.’ Often, students come here with unusual questions: ‘How do I get my Social Securi- ty card?’’; “Is the government class going to be easy?’’; “Is having more than one wife illegal in this state?’’ These and others are willingly answered. The role of Guidance Counselor is very unique. She is with the individual during intellectual, social, and emotional growth. Many critical choices are made with her input and advice. Without her services, too many students would have to make quess- es at important decisions. Mrs. MacDonald gives students the shoulder to lean on and an ear to bend which is needed in some very crucial times.