Saint Alphonsus High School - Arrow Yearbook (Dearborn, MI)

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Bend Stretch... Q. Why are our students physically fit? A. Physical fitness seems to be an important and very much emphasized aspect of society. Our school reflects this aspect by providing an excellent program of Physical Education, which all students are required to take part in. The basic physical education programs are taught by Mrs. Zub and Mr. O’Hara, while the advanced team sports classes are taught by Mr. Verdura. In basic Physical Education students are introduced to the fundamental aspects of team sports and recreational sports such as bowling. Students who qualify may receive the Presidents Physical Fitness Award. With the help of our physical fitness instructors, students who graduate are both academically and physically fit. 28

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Q. What do people really get out of a language? A. When a person finishes a language class at St. Al- phonsus, he leaves knowing more than just how to count to ten or say “hello” in French or Spanish. He also takes a knowledge of people and customs from around the world. Through the use of filmstrips and other study aids, he is shown the lifestvle and traditions of other countries; maybe a gladiator fight in Ancient Rome or fiestas in Madrid. But even with all these extra points, the language itself was still the main challenge and our newly re- paired language lab really helped here. In the lab, stu- dents could listen to tapes and run through drills. It is a different approach for both teachers and students that put a change in the usual weekly schedule. 27

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Top-stitch Hem... Q. What does happen in AB1-2? A. It’s the center of our Home Economics department. Here at St. Al’s, your interest in Home Economics can be satisfied, whether it be in the area of food and nutrition, clothing, child development, or interior design. Mrs. Maynard can teach you the fundamentals of all these fields. She can teach you how to lay out a pattern, make homemade bread, change a newborn’s diaper, and how to furnish your home. Students are introduced to the basics of homemaking in the freshman cultural class. Dynamic Living. The basics of dressmaking are taught in Clothing. Seniors learn about the personalities and growth of children in Child Development, and the basics of home decorating in interior design. All in all, Home Economics is a full, well-rounded de- partment here at St. Al’s. Below: Tracy Sonberger busily prepares for another hour of sewing. Below Left: Laura Voltattorni listens attentively as Mrs. Maynard ex- plains the different types of stitches. Middle Left: Mike Reardon demonstrates the easy way to make a basket. Far Left: Exercise is a vital part of the students' life at St. Al's. Upper Far Left: Mr. O'Hara teaches the importance of health and physical fitness. Middle Upper Left: Mr. Verdura gives Dave I.eshok some pointers on the skill of playing basketball. Upper Left: Mrs. 7uh instructs her class on hoiv to serve the volleyball. Left: Mrs. Maynard cheerfully gives a lecture on the art of sewing. 29