Westwood High School - Green Years Yearbook (Westwood, MA)

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Stressing proficiency in team and individual sports PHYSICAL KDL CATION Opportututit ' s for eatli tii(it ' nt to itnpro e his plnsical fitness ami participate in iiuiixidnal and team sports are pro ided 1 the Phxsieal Kdueation Department. Vmonji th ' a( ' ti ities offered in ela s are: fo(itl)all. softhall. haskethall. track, tennis. i)mnasties. olie ball. field hoekeN. archers, and dance. In addition, main evtraeurricular teams, intramurals. freshman, arsit . and J.V., are offered. Mi«« ( liri liii - Kiizzi lr«. .Iraiu-llc l.igor Mr. I ' aiil liixlli Mr. (fcoriii ' HadiT. I)irc(li r ol llilcli Facilities for reference work and pleasure reading LIBRARY fl The Vt est wood High School library extends many pursuits to students. An extensive collection of art and cinema books are among the library ' s many resources. n animal paperback book fair is the librarss contribution to a student ' s summer read- ing. I nder library direction are the Library Club, the Film Club, and the Science Fiction Book Club. Mr- l{.rlill.- Shrffirl.l. I itirariaii 24

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Expert training in specialized skills HOME ECONOMICS The Home Economics Department includes many courses designed to give the student practical knowledge which will be applicable now and in the future as homemakers. Enjoyment and learning figures high in courses such as sewing, cooking, and family relations. A Future Homemakers Club is one of the Home Economics Department ' s contri- butions to extracurricular activities. Miss Marguerite Knighl. DeparlmenI Head l !%y: l . Mrs. irginia Burke INDUSTRIAL ARTS Vocational and college preparatory students are given training in such areas as woodworking, metal- working, electronics, mechanical drawing, and de- scriptive geometry by the Industrial Arts Depart- ment. This training proves valuable in the future as well as often being a very recreational course. Mr. Joseph C!hieetli. [)epartmenl Head Mr. Lawreiire Kettman Mr. ' rhoma IVeUoii 23

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Providing instruction in Vocal and Instrumental Techniques Mr. John Markarian. Dirprlor of Music Mr. Frederick Well. ' sman. Director of Art MUSIC The combined efforts of Mr. Markarian and Mr. Monaghan have promoted the excellence of West- wood ' s musical organizations. Orchestra, Marching and Concert Bands, Dance Band, Glee Clubs, Chorus, Folk Club, and Double Quartet give in- terested students the outlet to vein their ability. The Music Department also directs courses in music analysis. Exchange concerts are often held, and Westwood High ' s Choral Concerts are well-known. Annually some of the talented musicians are able to participate in the District concerts. Mr. Paul Monaghan Mi s Frances Trisorio A Focus on Creative Endeavor ART The Art Department provides students the chance to express creativity while studying artistic discipline. Courses are offered both as a major and a minor subject. These courses are enjoyed im- mensely, and yearly several talented students profit from Mr. Wellsman ' s instruction for careers in art. Students ' works are often displayed through- out the school. Techniques range from pottery to still life. Miss Pamela Dennis