St Joseph Hill Academy - Hilltopper Yearbook (Staten Island, NY)

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In conjunction with their studies of American History, Sister Raimonde displays posters of famous quotations to Juniors Anne Marie Sheehan, Pat Severino, Ellen Zanfini, Loretta O ' Hara, and Pat Ciarratano. Each year seniors are given the opportunity to lake Ad- vanced Placement American History for college credit. To supplement their classroom study, these students make use of a special history TV program, three times a week, in the school library. Listening to Professor Shenton, the girls gain further insight into the history of America. The officers of Plebes of Democracy, a political science club, prepare for their monthly discussion on current events. Doing research are Pam Trainor and Laurie Wilcken. 32

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Arranging a display for their English Apprecia- tion Class are freshmen Sharon Blue Spruce and Debbie Stuart. The present production of Romeo and Juliet has brought about a revival of interest in Shakespearean drama. In correla- tion with their studies these girls prepare their exhibit on this immortal work. English . . . Broadening their study of American Literature, Miss Carole Edward ' s third year English classes performed various skits during the year. Sara Palletto di- rects as Jackie D ' Anna, Lynne McAlis- ter, Phyllis Carullo, Stephanie Zurmuh- len and Meg McNally rehearse a scene from Cone with the Wind. Meg seems amused at her classmates ' dramatic ability, especially Jackie D ' Anna ' s portrayal of Rhett Butler. This drama- tization gives the girls an added interest to their studies. As part of their studies of the Arthurean legend, these Sophomore English students prepare for a Medieval repast. The ideals of King Arthur are depicted on the three banners hanging from the banquet table. Eileen Haley, Barbara Muoio, and Regina Fedele prepare the dais, while Cer- ralyn Leggiadro and Maureen Plancon examine a tapestry. 31

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s Keeping up with current events, Mary Raffaniello points out a trouble spot in the world. The sophomore history class is presented each week with a review of world events. These World History students study the chart in order to link the present with the past. Social Studies proves to be a new and interesting course for the Freshmen. As an introduction to their study of World History, the students pursued a detailed study of The Dark Continent. As part of this project the girls discussed the language, customs, and traditions of African culture. In addition to the general format of Social Studies, each girl compiled her own scrap book on this topic. Sister Dolora looks on approvingly as Donna Yamarone points with interest to an illustrative poster, and Mar- garet Henchey and Leslie Langworthy refer to notes. Although too young to vote, many students took an active interest in the campaign for the presidential elec- tion in November. Sister Raimonde encouraged her history students to exhibit any campaign material on the candidate of their choice. The campaign headquarters was situated in Sister Raimonde ' s home room, where all the girls were free to express their opinions. . . . History class L 33