Portsmouth High School - Legend Yearbook (Portsmouth, RI)

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i MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT k Searching For A Common Denominator The Mathematics Department is staffed by 8 teachers including a department chairman. The Department ser- vices both the non-college and the college-bound stu- dent. Courses for the non-college student include Basic Math Skills and General Math. These courses deal with the mathematical situations encountered in every day living as well as skilled and semi-skilled occupations. Courses for the college-bound students; namely, Pre- Algebra, Math 2 and 3, Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, Review for College Math, Advanced Math and Calculus satisfy college admission requirements. Over the past 4 years, we have attempted to satisfy the great variety of mathematical needs and abilities of this graduating class. All members of the class of 1987 have spent at least 2 years with us. It has been a pleasure teaching them in class and knowing them as individuals. We hope that they have made the most of our efforts and are well prepared mathematically for their future. Mr. Peter O'Hara Chairman Mr Frank Alfano Miss Irene Cavalieri Mrs Deborah Wiant Mr Phillip Rezendes Mrs. Eleanor Fern Mrs Rochelle Kieron Mr Ralph Harvey 16

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J MODERN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT |[ Adding A Classical Dimension The Modern Language Department offers instruc- tions in three foreign languages: French, Spanish and Portuguese. French and Spanish can be started at the Middle School so that students have the opportunity to participate in a 5-year accelerated program. The regular program allows students with no previous language experience to complete a 4-year study sequence. Trips abroad are very popular; in recent years, teachers have accompa- nied student groups to Portugal, Spain, France, Mexico, and Canada. The Modern Language Club is an extra-curricular activity that promotes lan- guage-oriented activities and sponsors a foster child in Columbia through the Foster Parents Plan with money earned from fund-raising projects.

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 Go ahead—Make My Day” Honest—I am really trying to lose weight and stay away from cafeteria food. If I ever can get this through my head it will be a major miracle. Maybe the answers are on the desk