Spingarn High School - L Esprit Yearbook (Washington, DC)

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Foreign Language Affords Study of Other Cultures. Say it in Espanol QSpanishJ, Deutsch fGermanj, Francais fLatinD, Spingarn has these courses. Spanish, German and French classes work steadily toward improving their speaking ability and comprehending the Written and spoken language. The microphone-earphone sets are the laboratory aids in these important and interesting aspects of teach- ing and learning. The culture of the foreign countries Where these languages are spoken is also studied to acquaint the pupil with a knowledge of the atmosphere of the country in relation to its language. Such subjects as customs, holidays, food, and dress are included. Students taking Latin study primarily the vocabulary and grammar necessary in understanding the use of the language. Latin is brought alive each year by the reading of myths, fables, and Roman plays, portraying Roman life and customs of the past. Patricia Lewis, first year German student, strives to establish rapport in the course by first learning the vocabulary. Mrs. Eugene, combination English and French teacher, gives a demonstration before one of her French classes The pictures on the wall depicting the culture and geographical trends of France, enable students rounderstancl the country better

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if KNOWLEDGE Knowledge is power. - Hobbes, Lezfzkztlmn There are four sorts of men: He who knows not and knows not he knows not: he is a fool-shun him, He who knows not and he knows not: he is simple - teach him. MR. CLARENCE V. TOBIN-English B.A., Social Studies, South Carolina State, Orangeburg, S.C. Advanced Work, History and English, Howard Univ. Advanced Work, English and Music, D.C. Teachers College, and Yearbook Short Course, Catholic Univ., Wash., D.C. Sponsors: L'ESPRIT MRS. MYRA A. WILLIAMS-English B.A., English, Miner Teachers College, Washington, D.C. M.A., English, New York Univ., New York, N.Y. Further Studies, Catholic Univ., Univ. of Hawaii, and London Univ. Department Head. He who knows and knows not he knows: he is asleep -wake him, He who knows and knows he knows: he is wise-follow him. -LADY BURTON, In LQ? 0fSz'r Rzrbaml Burton Cquoted as an Arabian proverbj A Y .... ' A H ,, m w .. - klkk Mrs. Hooper points out the importance of outlining as a prerequisite for coherency in writing.

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. -1- MR. HARVEY BROWN ' GERMAN-B.A. Degree in German at Howard University, Washington D.C. M.A. Degree in German at Howard University, Washington D.C. -2- MRS. MARGUERITE M. REED - FRENCH - B.A. Degree in French at Southern University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Sponsors - French Club -3- MRS. ELOISA H. SAMUEL - SPANISH - B.A. Degree in English at Howard University, Washington D.C. Further study in Spanish at Howard University, and American University, Washington D.C. Sponsors - Spanish Club -4- MR. LUIS A. SOJOS - SPANISH- B.A. Degree in Foreign Service at George- town University, Washing- ton D.C. -5- MR. MERRITT F. SPELTZ LATIN - B.A. - Degree in Philosophy, St. Ambrose College, Davenport, Iowa Students enj oy the presentation of slides portraying various French scenes.