Yeshiva University High School For Boys - Elchanite Yearbook (New York, NY)

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T Science T The science department of T.A. endeavors to convey to the student an understanding of the basic principles of the sciences, acquaint him with the methods of scientfic investigation, show him how scientific principles are used in every day devices and encourage a further interest in the sciences on his part. General Science, a course required for graduation at T.A., develops in the student an understanding of scientific principles and their applica- tions, it also provides a basis for all other scientific courses given at T.A. Taught by Mr. Maurice Schain for many years, the course was revised two years ago to place added emphasis on developments in electronics' and nucleomics. Biology T-2 introduces the student to the basic unit of life: the cell, its structures and processes. It then develops the student's understanding of plant structure and functions of the various systems. Comparative an- atomy, embryology, evolution, and kindred topics are also touched upon. Biology l-2 is taught by Mr. Edward Frankel, as fine a person as he is a teacher. Many of the improvements in everyday life can be attributed to the results of chemical research. The chemistry l-2 course at T.A. deals with atomic and molecular structure, chemical formulae, chemical reations, ioni- zation, equilibrium, and the properties and uses of the more common ele- ments. Chemistry is taught by Dr. George J. Harwell, whose scope of knowledge in chemistry land in many other unrelated fields, as welll is well-nigh amazing. During their senior year at T.A., many students enjoy taking physics T-2. The syllabus includes elementary mechanics, heat, light, electronics and nucleonics: their theory and application. For the first time, the student begins to see how abstract mathematics is utilized in the sciences. Taught by Dr. Samuel Greitzer, the course is notable for a lucidity and completeness of explanation, not usually found in high school physics courses, and for tthe many supplementary side-lights provided by Mr. Greitzer. One more word need be added about the scientific courses at T.A. None are taught with the sole aim of permitting the students to pass high on the terminal Regents examinations. Instead, their primary goal is to provide a substantial basis for future work in the sciences. And, to one not planning further academic work in the sciences, they provide a more than superficial understanding of the fields that are responsible for most of the new features of the present world. . 5 1' tif llci t i'tff ii'i' zz MR. GREITZER l DR. HARWELL -FK . 'CY MR. FRANKEL 'vnnwi' All MR. sci-iAiN

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DR. SHAPIRO MR. BREINAN MR. KOENIGSBERG 'KX .1 ,l t V 4 Histor ' te? This age, more than any other, calls for a more thorough under- standing on the part of all thinking individuals of the history of their own country, the history and problems of other lands, and an appreciation of the heritage that one hundred and fifty generations of Man have be- queathed us. The social studies courses at T.A. give one a more than perfunctory glimpse of the many key concepts of the humanities and social sciences. Throughout the school, students are encouraged to think out the reasons behind the fact in the text book, and to understand the implications of various concepts on the present world situation. In the various courses, students are encouraged to do supplementary research on various aspects of the courses, thus becoming acquainted with standard reference and research works as well as research techniques. ln the last two years of high school, at least one paper per term sum- marizing and, if possible, evaluating books on- material included in the term's work, or on problems of current importance is required. The economic geography-civics course given during the freshmen year is aimed at inculcating an elementary understanding of the various systems of government in the world, and of the concepts of geopolitics. After studying world history, the student begins to realize that the present world with its moral, political, and economic problems is really the culmination of the efforts of more than 4000 years of mankind. The American History course given at T.A. is perhaps the most dif- ficult of all its social studies courses-and also the most interesting and most rewarding. Emphasis is placed on the development of political freedom in the U. S., the theory and function of the American government, and on economic changes in the United States. The members of our history department have a gift for illuminating the printed text with the supplementary data and ideas so necessary for a real understanding of history, government, economics, and geography. World History with a running, tongue-inlcheek fwe hopell commentary, is taught by Dr. Benjamin Shapiro. American History and Economic Geography are taught ably by Mr. Harry Wollman and Mr. Alexander Breincln. MR. WOLLMAN 1 l L 1' M r . . J X is 'NT A A 1 . ' V-1 'J W ', , a 321 Q sl 1 is s L

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-.- .4 ,i . :MW . 4 n-'N KW 1 1 ,-.1 A wg .,,,, Y RABBI BERENSON RABBI DARDAK The aim of the Hebrew Department is to instill in the students both the knowledge and the understanding of the language, history, literature, and customs of our people. The backbone of the Hebrew course is the reading, understanding, and discussion of various books in Hebrew Litera- ture. The main purpose of these studies is to improve our understanding of the Jewish people both past and present. We are inspired to learn by the zeal of our masterful Hebrew Teachers, Rabbi Berenson, Rabbi Parnes, and Rabbi Dardak. Minors The obiective of the two year required Art course at T.A. is to develop in the student some facility for drawing and some understanding of principles of color, design, and lettering. Art 'I-2 and 3-4 are taught by Mr. John Sobel, a professional artist, who supplements the course with side- lights into the history of the arts. One of the more maior of - E L' f , 9 the minors of T.A. is Music T-4. - '3 ,- The curriculum includes an in- A' troduction to musical notation and terms, a history of music from its rudimentary begin- nings through twentieth cen- tury orchestral and choral works, with special emphasis on the techniques, lives and MR. SOBLE MR. WETTSTEIN !..,... .1 .- in 4. 4 RABBI PARNES Hebrew MR. GROSSMAN works of the maior composers, and an examination of some of the masterpieces of music by listening to and discussing their recordings. Mr. Emery Grossman, instructor of music, succeeds in giving his students a glimpse into the wonderful world of music. A sound mind in a sound body might be the motto of our physical education department. The development of good health through skill in physical activities is the obiective of this department. A first aid course is also part of the required Physical Education course at T.A. There is ample opportunity for participation in intramural sports and in the interscholastic teams, among which are the basketball, baseball, tennis, and swimming teams. Physical Education is taught at T.A. by Mr. Bernard Saracheck and Mr. Hyman Wettstein. M-.2 r