Miami Norland High School - Valhalla Yearbook (Miami, FL)

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Spirit and atmosphere of the South American Plains are ex- pressed in colorful and progressive songs of this advanced LANGUAGES Accent F luency in Locution, Perfection in Comprehension Differences in language are a barrier plaguing man in his struggle for peaceful relations with his neighbors. The ability to win and keep foreign friends, a factor necessary for the security of our country in this modern era, hinges on the knowledge of language. Realizing this, the Foreign Language Department encourages students to participate in eX- change programs and visits to foreign lands. Recently introduced to secondary schools the ALM oral method for German, French and Spanish was proved to be a superior approach to fluency and comprehension in modern language. Latin, however, is taught in the traditional manner since it has the most value as a written form of communication. Providing a solid college preparatory curriculum, the Language Department also incorporates the cul- tural and historical backgrounds of the related for- eign lands. These aspects of various countries are especially brought out during the third and fourth years when foreign literature is studied and refine- ment is increased through knowledge. Spanish group. Increased flavor and atmosphere is added to the performance by the use of native instrumental devices. Pesos, francs, and pfennings are sorted according to value and observed in the language classes for a greater cultural background. 57

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Lost in the secluded atmosphere of the language lab, Pat Trice h'What do you mean hLatin is a dead language,oso why m , directs her concentration to commitment of a dialogue to memory. study if? Caesar would send you to the galley shipsP, i N j J, V . ,, ; Lourdes Arenas Blossom Bakerman Adrianne Feuer Oscar Fischer Catherine Pacheco Nina RatzlaK Sheila Valoney

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BUSINESS Prepares Both- College and Business-Bound S tudents Business education courses enable college-bound students to gain proficiency in the taking and typing of notes, and they serve as prerequisites for students entering the modern business world. Personal typing and shorthand provide the basic knowledge necessary to record accurate notes and . . . . . 1 to type research papers. Legal and economic con- Callating several sheets to compile a pamphlet, Karen Kennedy cepts are acquired from bOth BUSineSS Law and utilizes the modern equipment available in Clerical 0$ce Practice. Consumer Economics. Business Math deals With everyday arithmetical problems while Business English develops effective communication skills. Shorthand, typewriting, and oHice practice provide the skills required in business careers. Cooperative Business Education is offered to students who wish to acquire invaluable practical experience. Steven Brinsko J oan Flowers Carolyn Gilbert Ralph Hahn Silent contemplation concerning a tabulation problem is often necessary to insure a maximum understanding of the assignment. Judy Kahl and Wayne Lewis prepare a scrapbook to com- plete a unit on newspaper study in Business English class.