Hampden Dubose Academy - Esse Yearbook (Zellwood, FL)

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nik- Miss Evelyn Stone discusses selection with representative group from English class. SNGLISH, a subject of prime importance not only during high school but also in college placement and study, and essential throughout life, is given particular attention at the Academy. In each of the four years of English required at the Academy, basic rules of grammar and composition are studied and mastered through workbook exercises and cumulative reviews, and strong emphasis is placed on spelling and vocabulary building. An appreciation and enjoyment of the finest in literature is engendered in the study of the writings of well-known authors, both British and American, with the textbook material freely supplemented and enriched by worthwhile parallel reading. Realizing that the greatest Textbook is the Word of God, the philosophies and concepts of authors and poets are discussed and evaluated in the searchlight of The Book. CREATIVE WRITING, a more advanced course in English offered as an elective, is designed to offer the student training in style, vocabulary, and form. Descriptive, argumentative, and graphic papers are written regularly, and new vocabulary words are studied to enrich the student's expression and increase his ability to, express concisely his thoughts and emotions. This study has proved invaluable as preparation for college writing courses, and has become a popular elective. SPEECH is a required course at the Academy, for it is essential that each one knows how to express his thoughts clearly and logically, and in such a manner that others will understand and respond. In addition to the textbook study and presentation of informal talks, speeches, and class debates, the speech program extends into many phases of the extra-curricular campus life. Mrs. Richard Wolcott and some members of the speech class listening to a class debate. 1' 2. W E , . it 94,11 +R 13, i .z..y

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R Miss Dorothy Hill and a few members of the United States History class. MNITED STATES HISTORY, a required course for graduation, creates in each student a deep appreciation of our nation as he studies its progress and development politically, socially, and economically from colonial days to the present. Coming from many states, the students have much of historic interest to contribute to classroom discussions. Scrapbooks are made of historic events and sites, records are heard to stimulate patriotism and joy in the freedoms which we value, and a rich history file of clippings, pictures, and articles is used to corroborate and supplement the textbook material. AMERICAN GOVERNMENT deals with the problems and influence of the local, state, and national governments, and prepares the student for active citizenship. A detailed study of the Constitution and its amendments is included, and through panel discussions, special reports, and the study of current events, every effort is made to arouse in the student a consciousness of civic aifairs and the vital connection between the everyday life of the citizen and the laws of the land. WORLD HISTORY, a survey of civilization from the Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and other empires to the present, compares the everyday life of one era with another. The past and present are viewed in the true perspective of God's Word, and the students thrill to see Cod's plan for the ages unfold and to see how Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people. Prov. 14:34-that Jehovah is the everlasting King . . . the nations are not able to abide His indignation. Ier. 10:10. Miss Mary Lawrence with some World History students.

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Miss Fay Ertner and members of -the Spanish class. SPANISH, one of the most euphonious of the romance languages, is used on many mission fields and is, therefore, a gateway for future Christian service. Through its study, colorful Old Spain and its people are made to live for the student, while textbook material and research projects on Mexico and various Latin-American countries show t.he ever-growing intercourse between our nation and these republics, and broaden the understanding of the life and customs of our Spanish-speaking neighbors. Each class invariably includes representative missionary students from these countries, who share the rich lore of the particular location where their parents serve the Lord. With this background, an animated conversation in Spanish is not infrequently heard anywhere on the campus. A trip to Mexico in the summer of '58 gave the instructor Hrst-hand observation and knowledge of the customs and people of that country, and has enriched her teaching of this subject. FRENCH, a beautiful and harmonious language, is taught by Miss Ruth Clement. In its study the contributions made by France to the modern world in literature, folk lore, history, science, music, and the arts and crafts are presented. The student of French Ends his own language enriched and his appreciation of another people broadened. Frequently there are French tables in the dining room, where French alone is spoken, and informal, interesting exchanges of ideas given to make the language live. Many who purpose to go to mission fields in French territory have a definite objective for future service for the Lord while studying this language. LATIN is the foundation and basis of many modern languages, and is very vital, not only for its own romantic charm and history, but also for its help in the enlargement of our own English vocabulary, sixty percent of which may be traced directly to the Latin root. The study of' this language gives vivid glimpses into ancient mythology and the everyday life of Old Rome. Mrs. Glatfelter's current tour of Europe and the Holy Land will make even more vivid and rich the study of this basic language.