Hampden Dubose Academy - Esse Yearbook (Zellwood, FL)

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NCLISH, the basic course so indispensable for successful study in college, is required for four years at Hampden Duliose Academy. Grammar and spelling form an integral part of each year's English course, while vocabulary study and composition are taught each year according to the grade level of the student. ln the freshman and sophomore years. the literature course includes the writings of both English and American authors. The junior class, concentrating upon the writings of American authors, comes to see thc effect of thc historical background upon the author as revealed in his writings. The senior class learns to evaluate the literary qualities of the outstanding English authors as they further explore the rich fields of the literary masterpieces. In each English class the reading of parallel books, chosen according to individual interest, adds a worth- while supplement to the textbook material. All the varied features of the English classes combine'to give the students a thorough training which will be invaluable to them in the future. both in academic assignments in college and in their life work. CREATIVE YVRITINC offers extensive training in advanced writing techniques as the pupil writes illustrative papers in the fields of description, narra- tion, argument, and exposition. Special emphasis is placed upon vocabulary development, which is based upon a study of word origins and derivations. Miss Evelyn A. Stone, Ph.B. I-,x 5 A 'Mi f l Jrl,'lf1.' am 2 A Hy HY J 'ti W' - Q li ll i l F ll ' nl .. H 2 ,. I W :- f ls u- v'- ,im Tr 'u -'air s A ein, effigy? i5K'r ...ig -if - ' . .1 1 .,--, The senior English class listens to an interpretation of a literary classic as read by Miss Stone. rf .H I i U QA -X Q I SQ -Pi!

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PEECH, a vital necessity for each student pre- paring for a useful life of service in any field, is an exceedingly practical course which is required for graduation at the Academy. The goal of the Speech Department is to train the students to speak effectively in every type of situation in order that the particular purpose of the speech will be accomplished. In order to put textbook knowledge into practical use, students take part in literary society programs and class activities on the campus, and in special programs presented in near-by towns. There are also opportuni- ties to participate in Sunday vesper services, and mem- bers of the speech classes give choral readings taken from Scripture for the Thanksgiving banquet, the Christmas programs, and the Easter Cantata. The animal declamatory contest includes the entire student body, while junior and senior teams compete in the annual junior-senior debate. The students memorize many Bible verses, and through hiding Cod's Word in their hearts, they are brought closer to the Lord of the Book and come to use the Word as a powerful two- edged sword in convincing men of their need of a Savior, for thc ultimate objective of the Speech Depart- ment at the Academy is that each student may be prepared to proclaim the Gospel in such a way that men and women may be turned to the Lord Jesus Christ. Mrs. Richard Drew Wolcott, jr., B.A. Some of the junior speech class learn practical pointers for effective speaking. -if rg rf .wif .,-Y

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As dietitian, gracious hostess, and teacher of the faculty children, Miss lane Andcrsonls duties are diverse and varied. Serving also as Extension Bible Teacher with Mrs. DuBose, Miss Anderson stands ready to teach the VVord of God, or to assist in Bible classes. Mrs. lames Henderson Cole heads the Speech Department and is instructor of private speech. Miss Mary Lawrence teaches World History, American Government. and YVorld Geography. Mrs. james Henderson Cole, jr., B.A. Miss Mary V. Lawrence, B.A. Miss jane M. Anderson, Ph.B. ay' M ' Y' V , '.,-Q... xl , w v , It 'C Y 'QL I is --L.....1 5 . fn -Wy