Key West High School - Conch Yearbook (Key West, FL)

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. 4..- lf Spanish is this easy, I think A l'll sign up for it next year. Until recently, Latin had really been a dead language for Key West High stu- dents. Last year, the course was rein- stated mainly for college-prep students. One of the principal advantages of the study of Latin is that a basic knowl- edge of it tends to develop an un- derstanding of the English lan- guage and grammar and an appreciation of English culture. A better feeling for art, music, and literature is among the aims of this course. This must be a comical word. At least, that's the impression Mrs. Tatum and her class give us 20 and Languages f Mrs. Stark and students listen attentively as Kathy Hansket gives her first speech. In Key West, a Latin town, it is a decided asset to know how to speak Spanish. Moreover, the college prep course demands a language. These two needs are fulfilled by the Spanish depart- ment which offers a complete course in two years. In this time, the students learn the history and customs of the people of Spain and Latin America as well as the grammar and phonetics of the language. They carry on conversations with each other and read aloud to the class. This department sponsors the Spanish Club.

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Martha M. Tatum latin I, latin Il,'EngIish III William R. Keyser English ll, Practical English NJ Florence Touster 1- Y English I Frank J. Pavalko College Prep English IV Mary C. Lewin 'IR English Ill, Business English I .----I f Wesley Ryals English I, World History IN The aims of the college prep English course are high and are said to cause great con- sternation and conversation among the students. They are: clear understanding of the basic parts of speech, vocabulary-building, accurate spelling, clarity and forcetulness in self- expression, the writing of themes with logical organization and clarity, an understanding of the principles of research, reading comprehension, a cultural understanding of great English literature, sharp analysis of books read, an ability to take, organize, and use notes, and the correct method of study. In order to provide all students with the opportunity to develop their ability to ex- press in writing and in speech clear, concise meanings and to stimulate their desire to read, a course in practical English was made a requirement this year for all seniors not in the college prep course. This subiect stresses grammar, correct expression in speech and writing, and appreciation for as well as familiarity with good literature. .Q kd Q :- if 6,4-Miz'iM-. L f' Philip W. Strunk Spanish J,-4' .,.......r-' f Q , I, si Qu 7 - l ekend 'heme' 000 Wofd We It Sweet dfeams' a i Marian E. Stark English II 21