Sacred Heart of Mary Academy - Maricol Yearbook (Bronx, NY)

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Basic historical studies The history of any subject is essential to its appreciation, therefore to appreciate our own country better, as well as understand cultures throughout the world, a four year history pro- gram is integrated as part of academic studies. ln addition, International relations club pro- vides movies and excursions to those who wish to carry their interest in the subject into the realm of extra-curricular activities. Here too, S, H. M. succeeds in offering opportunities to pursue a course to its fullest extent, regardless of limited facilities. Miss Neville helps a freshman over a difficult problem in Social studies. juniors and seniors in Intematiorial relations club pause during a tour to have a picture taken at the U.N. building. When l10t visiting some point of interest, interesting places are brought to club members through movies, film strips, and slides. 14 3 K Q S i

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housing a healthy soul. Varsity members Cstandingj Dorabelle Pedro, Nora Liston, Co-captain Carol Daly, Mary Meany, Coach Miss De Mott, Joan Cagliardotto, Rochelle Adornato, Jean Guyon Christine Gormang fkneelingj Helen Healy, Mary Ann Rella, Rosina Crozalia, Co-captain Gerry Lyons, Nlarie Rovet, Melissa Reilly, Zelda Taylor. Dorabelle recaptures ball during quick action of the game. l Christine jumps for ball as Rosina and Ioan look on anxiously

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of ancient and modern cultures Ellen's question causes chairman Eleanor's reply to amuse the history panel including Madeleine, Fleanor, Terry, Maureen, Carol, Gloria and Ellen. eniors' pleasure. i This group of International Relations members shows mixed reactions, rivaled by Ver-na's sleepy one. History panels, travel movies, and slides, con- stitute senior activity in history period for the six months' after their regents examinations in January. During that time, the classes are divided into groups, each group responsible for a par- ticular topic, and the topic presented for the rest of the class as a strict panel discussion. This activity not only increases their knowledge of the subject, but provides practice in public speak- ing as well. but Mary Iane's somber expression is Y: 'K t Asseevg