Glenbard East High School - Aries Yearbook (Lombard, IL)

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. h ENGLISH The general philosophy of Glenbard East is reflected in the English curriculum, which is designed to meet the student's diverse needs, interests, and abiiities. The courses are basically traditional in nature, emphasizing the development of reading, writing, and thinking skills. as well as an appreciation of quality literature. This year the English teachers are concentrating especially on the improvement of reading skills. The teachers will participate in workshops to investigate ways of improving such skills. The department also plans to add honors courses at both the junior and senior levels by '79-'80.

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136 HEALTH DRIVER ED Even though Driver's Education is mandatory for all sophomore students, few of the potential drivers resist enrollment in the Class. Most students seemingly wait endlessly for their chance to drive. They are usually more than ready to start their instruction to learn to drive. Health, also a required sophomore course, provides students with a chance to learn a little about them- selves. Studies include diseases, drugs, alcohol, mental health, personality, first aid, sexuality, nutrition. x KI Mm; mm m

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138 FOREIGN LANGUAGEfT The Foreign Language Department offers students an opportunity to communicate with others in a different language as well as a chance to appre- ciate the culture of another country. Social activities began in the fall with a welcoming tea for all foreign language students. A Christmas party was held for parents of German students. Many trips were planned, including excursions to Germany, Mexico, and France.