Saint Pius X High School - Chi Rho Yearbook (Piscataway, NJ)

Page 72 text:

Crutches don't hinder Linda Szurley. Maxx, BUSINESS Never fear the want of business. A man who qualifies himself well for his calling, never fails of employment. -Thomas Jefferson Through the variety of course offerings, the Busi- ness Department hopes to instill basic as well as specialized skills used in the business world. The de- partment's curriculum is constantly growing and changing in an effort to keep apace with what is taking place in today's business world. The department is a vocationally-oriented one which teaches skills that can be put to use immediately after graduation. The staff believes that the courses offered will serve no purpose if they remain the property of the student and are not used and further polished. Thus, business students are given the opportunity to practice their skills in a productive Way by assisting the office staff and members of the faculty. F55 Freshmen think A, S, D, F, is harder than A, B, C. Denise Dalton wonders if her toes would help.

Page 71 text:

a J i ff' B Z 5 if t 3 14 If J' 5 2? Joanne Messick tries hard to match her plaids. 'A stitch in time, saves nine, advises Mrs. Christensen. HOME ECG OMIC H This is the weaving of human living: of whose fabric each individual is a part: each is intimately connected to a pattern with the extremist applique of time: and not one of these things nor one of these persons is ever quite to be redesigned or altered: but each is a new and binding tender life, eternally wound in every breath sustaining, for a while, without defense, the fashioned perfection of the universe . . . -James Agee and Walter Evans Heads bent over sewing machines and foreheads creased in concentration are common sights in the Family Living Center. Nutrition charts, balanced diets, fashion design, and harmony in the house are all the concern of Mrs. Christensen and her students as they learn the secrets of healthy, happy family living. Creations frequently come forth from the bits of cloth and thread. The halls are often filled with the good smells that tell all another successful meal has been completed. Boys as well as girls have enjoyed the courses offered in this department. Paul Szesko adds the finishing touch to his creation.

Page 73 text:

., Karen Slagada and Diane Bonura peek and peck. A good businessman knows how to sell, thinks Danny Devine as he corners Mrs. Colligan. Business students look over iob opportuniiies on Career Day with the aid of Mrs. Kukoda and Mrs. Baur. M.,