Walnut Hills High School - Remembrancer Yearbook (Cincinnati, OH)

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Histor pupils survey past, present P N, jf I J. Z -z 'IST ROW: Mr. Paul L. Ahlert, lndus trial Arts, Miss Elda Baechle, History Mr. Harold Buxton, Social Studies. 2ND ROW: Mrs. Jacqueline Corn, His tory, Mr. William Gasbarro, lnstru mental Music, Mr. Dean Giacometti Social Studies. 3RD ROW: Miss Mar- garet Dunphy, History, Mr. W. Ray- mond Farnham, Social Studies, His- tory, Miss Nancy Geist, Art. . :HW ' ri is ll E it .q.,,.,...e,..w... Lower school history students learn how to use reference books in the library. 24 The study ot the past often re- veals the key to the future. By tracing the development ot older civilizations an understanding of today's international problems can be gained. Lower school pu- pils, in their social studies classes, become familiar with our coun- try's past and with the history and customs of our neighbors in the Western Hemisphere. Upper school students have a variety ot courses from which to choose. In addition to American history and government, which is required, they may take ancient and me- dieval history or modern history. Seniors may elect a course in economics and sociology in which they analyze problems ot our modern society.

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pportunities for scientists increase To keep up with The nation-wide em- phasis on scientific careers, the science department has expanded its curriculum This year. The most significant change is The introduction of a general science course required of all eighth graders. Through This course, The young student not only is given an opportunity To de- velop an interest in science, but also is provided with a background for The sciences which he will study in The upper grades. Another addition is the require- ment that all graduates must have credit for at least one physical and one bio- logical science. This year The advanced standing chemistry course vvas expanded to seven and one halt periods a week. In addition to preparing some students for scientific careers, this varied program will provide all graduates with a prac- tical knowledge of science. A chemistry student sets up apparatus for a difficult experi mei1f. 'IST ROW: Dr. Ray Lambert, Physics Mathematics, Mr. Stanley Leeds, Math ematics. 2ND ROW: Mr. Robert H Lunsford, Science, Miss Anna F. Park er, Mathematics, Mr. Jacob Skilken Chemistry, Mathematics. 3RD ROW Miss Patricia Socrates, Biology, Mr Michael Stavole, Mathematics, Mr Thomas E. Welsh, Chemistry, Mathe- matics.

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Arts accent practical, cultural stud Art and music classes provide an outlet tor tree expression and attord students an opportunity to develop their talent. Art students learn the fundamentals ot color, texture, and design. Ninth and tenth graders may take choral music, vvhile those vvho are tal- ented and interested in singing may be selected tor Girls' Glee Club or A Cappella Choir. In seventh and eighth grade home economics and industrial arts classes, practical skills ot cook- ing, sevving, and tool work are emphasized. This year, tor the tirst time, homemaking was ot- tered to upper school girls. Be- cause typing is so essential in college, there is a great demand tor the typing course. TST ROW: Miss Mary .lane Junk, Home Economics, Miss Leona Kamm, Social Studies, English, Mr. W. David Mere- dith, Social Studies. QND ROW: Mrs. Nelle C. Murphy, Vocal Music, Mrs. June Pauszek, Typing, English, Mr. Donald P. Sowell, Art. 3RD ROW: Mr. James Tatterson, History, Economics, Sociology, Mr. Glenn Volz, Art, Miss Patricia Williams, Vocal Music. Art students work diligently on various proiects.