Salamanca High School - Seneca Yearbook (Salamanca, NY)

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LANGUAGE Mrs. Robert Anderson English B, Junior High War- rior Adviser, 8th Grade Ad- viser Mrs. Edward J. Forness B.A., M.A. Head of Foreign Language Department, French, Student Council Adviser Miss Carol M. Noelck B.A. Spanish Latin, Journalism, Photog- raphy Club Adviser, Warrior Adviser Mrs. Eugene Waldeck B.S. Miss Anne Marie Quattrone English '7 B-A . .4 , English 9 .1 J ,Z OL, S6 cafi A as ,C Qofycn g,f 1.,,f i 1,414 Language is the memory of the human race. Through language, we are able to pass on ideas and beliefs from generation to generation. Language is our means of communi- cation. Without it, we could not express our feelings and emotions. The study of English helps us to become more proficient in the use of our native lan- guage. Through this study, we learn the origins and development of English through the centuries. A thorough knowledge of English vocabulary, grammar, and usage enables us to appreciate great literary works of the past and to enjoy those of the present. Latin is the classical language from which are derived many modern languages. The study of Latin affords an insight into the culture and civilization which has so greatly affected our own. Since so many English words come from Latin roots, an acquaintance with Latin helps in our understanding of English. As the world becomes smaller through increased technological advances, foreign countries seem closer than ever. To broaden our interests, it is worthwhile to learn about languages and people whom we may never have the opportunity to know. To achieve these goals, our school offers both French and Spanish programs. Albert B. Rich B.A., M.Ed. A knowledge of the French language will reap tremen- dous profits in later years.

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Miss Ann Louise Mohr B.A., M.A. Y Head of Department, English III and IV, Seneca. Advisor Miss Barbara A. Miller B.A. English IV James D. Keenan B.A. English III and IV, Speech, Senior Advisor Peter Gereluk B.A. English II and III, Speech, Wrestling Coach Mrs. Whitford P. Geiser A.B. English I, Freshman Dra- matic Club E GLISH AND Mrs. Frank S. Stewart B.A. English II Miss Mohr sheds some light on the intricacies of the English language.

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Blaise P. Buffamante B.Ed.,M.A. Head of Department, World History, Driver Education, Sophomore Adviser HISTORY Mrs. J. Leo Mallan B.A., M.A. American History 1 1, Nation- al Honor Society Adviser L. F. Schultz B.S.J. World History, American His- tory I, Junior Class Adviser 20 Miss Marian E. Carter B.A. Social Studies 9, Ninth Grade Adviser Mrs. Fred J. Elsen B.A., M.A. viser 1 .lm ,Ms Theodore T. Kochan B.A. Social Studies 8, Junior High Student Council Adviser .MAJ Joseph Sexton B.S., M.Ed, Social Stu ies Miss E. Jane Palmer 'aj' B.A. g Social Studies '7 and 9 y ' The History Department is very important to every student. It is in these classes that he learns to evaluate many problems by looking at the past and comparing similar situations with the present. He also learns about various types of government and how to use such tools as maps, charts, graphs, newspapers, and other means of com- munication. The course enables him to make intelligent conclusions through reasoning, and most importantly, he learns how to become an informed citizen, so that he can contribute to society. Mr. Buffamente affably explains life during the Middle Ages to his World History students. American History I and II Fu ture Teachers of America. Ad