Maple Hill High School - Wildcat Yearbook (Castleton On Hudson, NY)

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MATH OFFERS VARIED GPPGRTUNITIE Ruth Steele B.A.: State U. of N. Y. at Al- bany, M.A. : Teachers' College, Columbia U. Gerald Hill B.S.: State U. of N.Y. at Cortland. Stanley Todd T.C.: N.Y.S. Col- lege for Teachers, Potsdam, B.S.: State U. of N.Y. at Albanyg M.S.: St. Lawrence U. Homework re-enforces principles learned in class. E Q l K x Basic equations lead to more advanced problems. A wide range of opportunities for both academic and com- mercial students is offered by the mathematics department headed by Miss Ruth Steele. Commercial students are given a broad background of the fundamental math processes used in the business of our ever-changing society. A wide variety of college preparatory courses are offered for the academic students. Various levels of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry are available to these students, as well as a course in modern math, which was begun this year. It is the goal of the math department to enable each student to grasp the theories and principles of math. Elmer Henninger Eleanor Tanner B.A.: State U. of N. Y. B.S.: State U. of N. Y. 78 at Albany. at Albany. COURSES ACCENT Since a large percentage of Maple Hillis students enter vocations closely related with commerce, the business department is both popular and practical. The faculty, headed by Mrs. Vivian Ingalls, designs its classes to give the students the knowledge required for the business world, while providing the experience necessary for future positions through co-operative training and efficient usage of all types of office ma- chinery. A thorough knowledge of commerce is ob- tained from courses such as business law, business arithmetic, bookkeeping, secretarial practice, and sales and management, which was introduced this year.

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SCIENCE EXPLORES PHYSICAL WORLD Junior high students listen attentively as Mr. Douglas explains the functions of the organs of a fish. The science department, headed by Mr. Reuben Warrell, tries not only to interest students in the various fields of science, but also to help students understand the world in which we live. Excellent laboratory equipment and personal supervision are always available in order to enrich the leaming experience of the more interested students. The department has grown in materials as well as facilities. Biology students are able to dissect fetal pigs, and chemistry students have access to one of the largest supplies of chemicals and laboratory equipment in the Capital District. This growth has been the result of the increasing importance of sci- ence in our society. William Douglas B.S.: State U. of N.Y. at Plattsburg. Mr. Koerner explains the wonders of science through a classroom discussion. George Koemer Reuben Warrell B.S., MS.: State U, of AB., lVI.A.' State U. o N.Y. at Albany, M.S.: N-Y.at Albany. Union College, Schenec- tady.

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LANGUAGE LABS ENRICH TEACHING Mary Ellen DiDonna A B.A.: State U. of N. Y AA'G 3 at Albany. .. X5 Rochelle Pollero at Albany. Language lab improves enunciation. One of the world's most important bridges is supported by the knowledge of such foreign languages as French. The French Department tries to stress the great emphasis that is placed on enunciation. Beginning French students, through the use of new laboratory facilities, records, and tape 7-W -L--I'5uu...,. recordings, progress from simple conversation 'T T and elementary grammar to intermediate speech and composition. Wm -4 Through these fundamentals the students gain After school, extra help is always available. a better understanding of the French people, their country, and their language. PRACTICAL EDUCATION Vivian Ingalls B.S.: State U. of N. Y. at Albanyg lVl.A.,:A Teach- 79 ers College, Columbia U. Typing skills prepare students for secretarial employment. B.A.: State U. of N. Y