Whitman Hanson Regional High School - Retrospect Yearbook (Whitman, MA)

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Mrs. June Millett Department Head George D. Hines Department Head LANGUAGE The mathematics department offers a full program of mathematics for all students in the general, shop, and academic courses. Shop students begin with an arithmetic course and advance through two years of mathematics applied directly to shop situations to a final course in business mathematics. Students in the general course continue their junior high developmental pro- gram through the ninth grade and then proceed to a general mathematics which is strongly algebra centered. They complete their training by studying mathematics directly applicable to business. College-bound students prepare themselves in the traditional mathematics program of two years of algebra, one year of geometry, and a fourth year of an investigation of a wide variety of advanced topics including trigonometry, number theory, theory of equations, probability and statistics, sequences, and three dimensional space. The science department offers a wide range of subject matter. Classes study Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and General Science. The ultimate aim of the staff is to develop a scientific literacy, so necessary in a culture such as ours that is so thoroughly based on technology and scientific endeavor. In order to make effective decisions in personal, civic, and national affairs, the citizen must have some knowledge of the processes and products by which he is fed and clothed, entertained and inspired, and defended from enemies foreign and domestic. The event of major importance to the departments and the school is the annual science fair. This provides an opportunity for the students to demon- strate their proficiency in the scientific and mathematical method of com- peting for the various awards. 3.5- Richard D. Randell Mrs. Margaret Ralph L. Matinzi Mathematics Crosman Mathematics Mathematics Robert P. Cromwell David Campbell Mark M. Lydon Malcolm P. Trojano Physics Biology Science Science . 't I z X i 'X - , . ff ,ff F i if f I 'X ig' sfo'-'lf ' l le,,'v'LL, Y-Van!

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MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE With the constant demands being put on the incoming college students, it is therefore a greater responsibility on the part of the secondary school systems to see that our youngsters are ready to compete for a place in the college classroom. We are most fortunate that the communities have presented us with ample facilities and funds to see that this challenge is met and the door to future success is opened for our graduates. We are also aware of the necessity of a well-rounded background in our subjects in producing responsible and contributing citizens for a better community and for a better America. It is, therefore, our aim to do our best to fill all the needs of our youngsters, regardless of their chosen pursuits, in order that we may share in the building of a great and prosperous nation. 'Z'- l Daniel S. Redgate, Jr. Department Head Tredwell A. Harrison Miss Nancy Briard James F. Rhodes Miss Helen Kelleher Speech English English English Q Mrs. Catherine William D. Mrs. Beatrice Arthur J. Morris McCaskie Walker LaFranchise, Jr. English English English French 8: English E. is 4 1 ,A xf . .- . AJ Leonard A. Delorey Mrs. Ruth Howe Thomas F. Kelley Miss Deborah French Latin French MacDonnell Spanish ,X

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BUSINESS The Business Department offers an excellent opportunity for students to prepare themselves for employment in the business world or for admittance to business schools as well as for economic competency in the home and community. Courses are also offered in basic business subjects in which students may gain a practical understanding of business organization, busi- ness procedures and business management. Students are thoroughly trained in Stenography, Typing, Bookkeeping and Office Machines. Filing techniques are studied. Considerable time is devoted to office etiquette, correct grooming and the development of desirable personality traits. The excellent new class- room facilities and modern business equipment aid in training our students to be adequately prepared for any situations or challenge they may encounter in the business world. Courses in the Business Department are available to all students. Personal Typing is offered to students in the College Course. Mrs. Evelyn Feldman Mrs. Muriel Hartshorn Business Management Bookkeeping Mrs. Grace Lapworth Department Head AQ, Mrs. VVinnifred James F. Lee Miss Therese Smith McCarthy Commercial Law Typewriting Business Training 2' I U