Sunbury High School - Torch Yearbook (Sunbury, PA)

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B. Mary Shipe A.B., M.A. Susquehanna University Bucknell University English, French D. Roy Hoenstine, A.B. Wittenberg College Latin Daniel Hoy, A.B. Susquehanna University American History, German Speech, . . . Foreign Languages In order to understand a subject more com- pletely or to express oneself more sufficiently concerning a subject, a substantial knowledge of the English language is essential. The result of this knowledge is the attainment of the com- municative skills — reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The English curriculum stresses vocabulary development, clarity and fluency in speaking, and logical arrangement of thoughts. Mastery of these skills will develop the ability to think constructively and to express oneself distinctively. The study of foreign languages is important not only because it serves as a means of com- munication between the different countries of the world, but also because it acquaints the student with historical and cultural aspects of the countries. The languages available to stu- dents are French, Spanish, German, and Latin. Success in any field often depends on one’s ability to speak well. Speech habits are formed early in childhood and are corrected and im- proved throughout the school years. The speech course is the culmination of earlier training. The objective of this course is to enable one to speak properly with poise and self-confidence. George B. Nesline A.B., M.A. Bucknell University Columbia University Spanish Mechanical Drawing Mr. Hoenstine reviews with his Latin II class the intricacies of his language. 13

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Janet Emkson, A.B. Wilson College English LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT English, . . . Katharine M. Fernsler B.S., M.S. Pennsylvania State University Bucknell University English Evelyn J. Picton, A.B. Susquehanna University English Edward J. Zalinski A.B., M.A. Pennsylvania Military College Bucknell University Vocational English, Social Studies

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George M. Amebman A.B., LL.B. Dickinson College George Washington University World and Pennsylvania History, Problems of Democracy Carl Shively, B.S. Bloomsburg State Teachers College U. S., Pennsylvania and World History Emerson L. Derr A.B., M.A. Susquehanna University Bucknell University Problems of Democracy SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT “A knowledge of the past is a prepara- tion for the future” might well be the motto of the social studies department. The three year history course is divided in the following manner: During one semes- ter of the sophomore year an intensive study of the history of Pennsylvania is made, while the other semester is devoted to a study of ancient world history. A stu- dent may elect another year of world his- tory if he desires. In order to establish a background to understand the making of America, the entire junior year is spent in the study of American history. Problems of democracy, the senior course of study, includes subjects of importance to society, the machinery of government, and eco- nomic problems. The purpose of studying ancient history is to learn how the past generations con- tributed to the greatness of our country. The study of history and problems of democracy prepares each individual to meet with intelligence the problems of our everchanging political and economic na- tion. It develops patriotism and teaches love and respect for our country.