Weston High School - Key Yearbook (Weston, MA)

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“We’re a good group and are all working together very happily,” said Miss McDonough, Acting Head of the English Department this year. Everyone feels the loss of Mr. Mitchell who has taken a sabbatical leave to study for his Ph.D. in educational administration at Harvard. Mr. Hatch, formerly a private school teacher, provides excellent college preparation in analytical reading and writing. Mr. Walker, with a twinkle in his eye, conducts classes that are enjoyable and helpful. Mr. Carberg, with a background in journalism, is Director of Publication. Mrs. Lenrow and Miss McDonough return to teach the under¬ class group an appreciation of literature and the theater. As the world becomes smaller there is a growing importance foi languages. Mrs. Zamprogno with her long experience as a French teacher and a promoter of interest in international relations, heads the Language Department. Mrs. Zam¬ progno is accompanied by Mrs. Mezzacappa and Mrs. Nelson, a new faculty member. Mrs. Bucuvalas’ Latin course gives students an excellent knowledge of classical language and a basis for the study of modern languages. We are most fortunate in having a Rus¬ sian course, instructed by Mr. Killebrew. Mr. Frederic Killebrew, Mrs. Theresa Zamprogno, Mrs. Venezia Mezzacappa, Mrs. Harriet Nelson, Middlebury and Boston University, and Mrs. Jeanette Bucuvalas. AND A CREATIVE FACULTY There are many problems confronting the Guidance Department, an indispensable element in the school program. Mr. Cummings, with his distinguished, friendly manner and Mr. Carini, who readily evokes confidence, are our patient guidance counselors. Due to their efforts, many informative conferences are held for the benefit of all students. The conference period, an innovation this year, allows Mr. Cummings and Mr. Carini more time for in¬ dividual attention.

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MR. AIMO TEITTINEN Vice Principal DR. ANTHONY BRACKETT Superintendent MR. WILLARD SMITH Principal AN ABLE ADMINISTRATION Dr. Brackett, Superintendent of Schools has carried out his normal responsibilities, and has spent much of his valuable time working with citizen groups which investigated different curricula for the new high school. Mr. Smith, our principal, always has time to help in¬ dividual students with their problems; he works closely with the Student Council, an organization of utmost importance. Vice-Principal, Mr. Teittinen, assists Mr. Smith by taking charge of many organizational activities and handles nec¬ essary disciplinary situations. Mr. Proctor has been in Weston since 1934 and has been coach of all sports. In 1952, the school received the coveted Sports Trial Century Club Plaque for winning 100 football games. Mr. Proctor is now Athletic Di¬ rector for grades one through twelve, a position which keeps him on the move. Mrs. Helene Minsky, Mrs. Elaine Sinclair, and Mrs. Rita Hawkins, our helpful secretaries, sit at their overcrowded desk. QUESTION: Whom do you see as you enter the office to find the where¬ abouts of the detention hall or to determine whether your orange sock somehow ended up in the lost and found? ANSWER: The smiling faces of our very busy secretaries, always willing to answer any queries. Serving as the guidance secretary is Mrs. Sinclair. Mrs. Minsky and Mrs. Hawkins are even busier this year because of the crowded school conditions. If it were not for these capable women, there would certainly be much confusion throughout the school. 6

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Science is the study of one’s environment and an understanding of this is important to every human being. Honor classes given by Mr. Sawyer in Chem¬ istry and Mr. Marsden in his famed P.S.S.C. physics course emphasize this fully. Of course, Mr. Keene is the prime exponent of “Living Biology” with his field trips and 5 A.M. bird walks. Mr. Stuart has added Chemistry to his list of talents, and completes the Science Department. Weston is proud of its high standing and advanced methods in this area. World Geography, the freshman course capably han¬ dled by Mrs. Lenrow, teaches the fundamental knowledge of the people and places of the earth. Mr. Killebrew con¬ ducts a challenging course in World History, a course highlighted by sudden vocal explosions and keen humor. This class gives the student insight into the channels of creation and the destruction which men have followed throughout the ages. Mr. Smith emphasizes a thorough knowledge of U.S. History in preparation for Modern Problems which aims at creating responsible American citizens. INCLUDING TEACHERS OF SCIENCE Mr. Zorn, who teaches speech courses at our high school, has evolved a marvelous philosophy about his field: “Why speech education? The high school student is not a hermit. He must live in a vocal community. Training in effective speech and logical organization of his ideas will be a major factor in the student’s success in high school, college, and in his career.” The Business Department is run in a lively and imagi¬ native way by Mrs. Hoyle. The clacking of typewriters and the reeling tapes of the dictaphone create the atmosphere of a modern business office. The interest of students is manifested in the membership in the newly organized Business Club. 8