Sayreville War Memorial High School - Quo Vadis Yearbook (Parlin, NJ)

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Miss Rita Kopec Mrs. Dorothy Parks Ms. Catherine E. Ludlow Miss Christine A. Kwiatkowski Foreign Language Department MRS. VIJAHAZNERS German II. III. English 203; BA: German Club Advisor MS. CATHERINE E. LUDLOW Spanish I. II; MA: Spanish Club Advisor MISS RITA KOPEC Spanish II. Ill: BA MISS CHRISTINE A. KWIATKOWSKI Spanish II. III. IV, V; BA: Spanish Club Advi- sor, Spanish National Honor Society Advisor MRS. DOROTHY PARKS French II. III. IV; MA; French Club Advisor Top Left: While reading a famous French work. Phyllis D'Addio dwells on the novel’s theme. Above Left: In French 111. Mrs. Parks takes time for some informal discussion. 29

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International Cuisine Adds Foreign Flavor A language class is more than grammar and pronunciation! The teachers and students work together in exploring the cultures and history of Spain, France and Germany. Although French I and German 1 were discontinued this year, there was still a strong interest shown by many students at the higher levels. Speaking and writing skills were employed in the writing and performing of plays in the third- year language classes. Fourth-year students read and discussed famous works of foreign literature. In Spanish V. the students increased their knowl- edge of the language by composing poems and fables and submitting them to Spanish magazines, hoping to see their compositions in print. There was an emphasis on foreign cuisine this year. Spanish IV held a breakfast, and Spanish V enjoyed a luncheon. Mrs. Parks' French classes also did some cooking, using the French cook- books compiled by the students last year. Some foods that were sampled were onion soup and Chocolate Mousse. Because cheese is an important part of the French diet, a “cheese-tasting party” was conducted in French II. French classes were able to view movies and cartoons. French IV listened to an opera. Songs were played, and students were invited to listen or sing along. Achievements in Foreign Languages yield rewards to students. The Spanish National Honor Society has been established, and chooses as its members, deserving students of Spanish III, IV, or V. Plans are now being made to institute a German and French National Honor Society. Top: At a language festival, Anita Shorosky finds sampling foreign foods an agreeable part of learning about other cultures. Above: Mrs. Ludlow smiles at the enthusiastic response of her class. Left: During a discussion in their Spanish class, these underclassmen find time to share a few laughs.

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From Expansion to Exploration Last December, construction began on the new art wing scheduled for completion during the 1978-79 school year. This wing, which will be joined at the auditorium foyer doors runs parallel to the B-wing, and will provide a new entrance to the C-wing through one of the drafting rooms. The curriculum of the Art Department will be revamped to take advantage of the flexibility in the added space. The large art complex will provide more work areas, more room for storage and an outdoor courtyard. Two more periods of art can be taught in the open classroom. Because of student interest in the Music Depart- ment, the band class was divided into two groups this year. Vocal and instrumental music were offered to students who wanted to fully under- stand and appreciate music. Don’t be surprised if home-sewn men's apparel appears at your next fashion show. Boys have shown an increasing amount of interest in domes- tic arts. This interest made Leisure Living, a course which included a nine week unit on sewing, espe- cially popular with boys. During those nine weeks they made a.variety of practical things, from denim vests to goose down hunting vests. Even more popular than the sewing unit was the cooking phase of the course. Both girls and boys enjoyed learning the basics of cooking and sam- pling the results. The importance for every student to have some practical instruction in all areas of domestic arts was affirmed by a new program at the junior high school. An “exploratory course, which included clothing, foods and nutrition, consumer econom- ics, and child care was required of all seventh grad- ers this year. It's too early to tell what effects this junior high policy will have on the future of home- ec courses at the high school. Top Right: With great care Chris Moe shapes one of her first ceramics projects for the year. Above Right: Concentrating on the notes and lyrics, Karen Kuchta practices with a score from “Oliver!” Mr. Vincent Modzelewski Mrs. Lee Kratinski Mr. John Resh Mrs. Judith A. Sforza Mr. Bruce B. Brindza 30