Ramona Convent Secondary High School - Copa Yearbook (Alhambra, CA)

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Through the study of English, the student acquires a greater knowledge of her literary and dramatic heritage and develops a deeper appreciation and cultural awareness of the classics. The senior honors program enables fourth- year students to achieve higher proficiency in independent thinking and nurtures intelligent reading and interpre- tation. junior English specializes in tracing the develop- ment of American literature and its influences in the modern world. Freshman and sophomore classes prepare each student for more advanced study by laying a solid foundation in English grammar and by introducing the fundamentals of literature. As each year progresses, we become more acquainted with cultures and philosophies foreign or native to usg and because of our study we become richer persons, capable of a deeper understanding of the world. xmauusuuun has , 5- Carefully selected reading material is furnished by Sister M. Anne Regina to English IV students for whom reading is an important part of their program. Owu uma A few light moments bring smiles to the faces of Sister Mary Teresita's diligent sophomore students. Students are quick to learn and eager to share their knowledge and appreciation of our Amer- ican literature in Sister Mary Michaeline's junior E n g l i s h class.

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Ideals 'X it Although we all take part in a school day consisting of classes, activities and individual endeavors, we do so in various ways at various times. At se- cond period., however, the hearts and minds of all Ramona students join together in a,r1ever-ending search for God and His truth. Through group dis- cussions we express our personal opin- ions and ask those questions necessary for a deeper appreciation of Christian heology. It is during our four years of religious education that we better understand the meaning of spiritual growth. Sister Alphonsa instructs a special religion class, to a better understanding of their faith. Sister Gerarda Marie and seniors listen atten- tively while Mary Kay Salvaty reads President Kennedy's Thanksgiving Proclamation prepara- tory to a discussion of it. Small discussion groups in Sister Mary Martha's freshman religion study more carefully the duties of their student vocation. designed to guide foreign students

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,I S ,xii 24 y ti ,. sf -'R of lecture process of photosynthesis is discussed by Mary Weightmzln in the new B.S.C.S. advanced laboratory biology course. Above, Sister Marian Ambrose directs the attention biology students to a diagram on the board. Right, the Sophomores Chris Kalen and Dotty Homan learn the importance of keeping equipment in proper order. lv' if sus 'if A scientific background and discipline instill in the student the basic principles and attitudes which inspire her to meet the challenge of research and discovery. Through precision technique, patient observation, and careful interpretation of data, the student broadens her mind and stimulates her appreciation of the world she lives in. She develops a deeper insight into life itself, a respect for the ideas of others, and a logical approach towards the challenging events of the world.