Reading Memorial High School - Pioneer Yearbook (Reading, MA)

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Seated: Mary E. Eaton, Hazel M. Percy, chairman; Elizabeth G. Hardy. Standing: Rolfe T. Banister, Robert R. Gray, John A. Hollingsworth, Francis J. Logan. - • M New shapes and figures for Sally Higgins and Linda Sutliff. MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT , The students of Reading Memorial High School are very fortunate to have such an excellent Mathematics Department for furthering their studies in this field. Because of the large selec¬ tion of courses, each pupil can find the subject which will be most useful to him after gradaution, whether his plans include entering commercial work or attending an institution of higher learn¬ ing. A future member of the business world can take several fundamental mathematics courses, which lead to the later study of bookkeeping. Col¬ lege preparatory students may increase their know¬ ledge of mathematics by choosing subjects ranging from elementary algebra to the more complex studies of solid geometry, trigonometry, and calcu¬ lus. The information gained from these courses is important since an adequate background of mathe¬ matics plays a significant part in the daily lives of all who, as pioneers, are searching for new hori¬ zons. 14

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Seated: Elinor Ravesi, Frederick J. Pope, chairman; Helen R. Zimmermann. Standing: Rolfe T. Banister, James T. Murphy, David L. Garland, Jerome M. Pierianowicz, Robert Miksen. SCIENCE DEPARTMENT The Science Department of Reading Memorial High School offers many diverse and interesting courses for its students to explore. As an introduc¬ tion to the scientific world, general science is of¬ fered to the freshmen. Here the student acquires a broad background of knowledge which not only prepares him for more advanced studies but also introduces him to various scientific careers. Dis¬ sections and class projects predominate the curricu¬ lum for sophomores in biology classes. Later dur¬ ing this study students are able to create and de¬ velop their own projects to be entered for judging in the science fair. Equally important to the learn¬ ing acquired in biology is that gained from chem¬ istry, the study of the basic elements, and from physics, the study of the laws of the universe and their applications. An excellent course in anatomy is also offered for senior girls interested in nurs¬ ing. Each person who successfully completes this science program has been well prepared for the more advanced college courses by experience in the laboratories, by informative lectures and films, and above all by capable teachers. Bob Murray, Doug Mader and Jeff Ahlin prepare for Chem¬ istry experiments with Mr. Banister. 13

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Seated: Doris L. Kelly, E. Jane Reed, chairman; Elizabeth A. Batchelder. Standing: An¬ thony V. Salvo. COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT The curriculum of the Commercial Depart¬ ment adequately prepares the student for a career in the business world. Courses in shorthand, typ¬ ing, bookkeeping and general business, covered under the guidance of an excellent teaching staff, enable the student to go either directly into the business field or on to further education. The Commercial Department is well-equipped with modern business machines which provide oppor¬ tunity for the student to gain confidence in their use. Through the school’s program of permitting them to serve in the office and as secretaries to various faculty members, commercial students be¬ come acquainted with office routine and gain prac¬ tical experience. Future business men and women receive an excellent background through the Read¬ ing Memorial High School commercial course. Joyce Vercammen does clerical work. 15