Largo High School - Keystone Yearbook (Largo, FL)

Page 27 text:

After a long day Mrs. Crosthwaite looks for- ward to going home. many of the w0rld's great Classics during their school years. E Q 1, Break Swords and Karon Jackson entertain the class with reading from the Kaleidescope. Dennis Cason and Pat Hardman act out a scene in the play Our Town.

Page 26 text:

ENGLISH Miss Blessing Mrs. Bliss Mrs. Carlile Mrs. Crosthwaite Miss Darnell Language Arts Improve Communications Mrs. Ewart Mrs. Poole Mr. Shaughnessy H554 Mrs, Slaughter Mr. Wheeler inf! English is the basis of our ability to un- derstand and be understood. By developing a mastery of words and their usages from in- struction in grammar and composition, a stu- dent learns to speak and write our language properly. Moreover, a knowledge of English, American, and world literature cultivates the mind to be more critical and to be apprecia- tive of the cultures of other lands. Sue Blabaum concludes her review on a recent play. Students are required to read

Page 28 text:

SPEECH AND READING Mrs. Bacon Mr. Mitchell I' elf? f , Mrs. Cassaday Expression Aids Comprehension Excelling skills in reading and speaking are wonderful advantages to any student. At Largo, reading ability is improved by develop- ing comprehension, rate, and vocabulary. Moreover, the various speech classes pro- vide knowledge and experience in public speaking, debate, group discussions, and oral interpretations of prose, poetry, and drama. 'Tve got it in the bag, says Bryan! Heliker after he gives a speech without facial expression. LL' A reading pacer helps Mark Little to increase his reading speed Emily Oehrle studies a reading card to improve her vocabulary. 24