Principia Upper School COURSE GOTklOG Including academic regulations, entrance requirements, costs for 1982-83

Upper School is Principia’s high school (Grades 9-12). To continue In Upper School from year to year, you Other units are Lower School, Middle School, and the four- must maintain a C average or higher. Progress reports are year College. Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools are lo­ sent to your parents. If you need extra help, you’ll find cated at 13201 Clayton Road, in suburban St. Louis, that plenty of time is allowed outside classes for confer­ Missouri; the College is located at Elsah, Illinois, about 40 ences with your teachers. They want you to do well. miles away. More than 400 people live and learn together Awards in different fields and interests—including in Upper School—boys and girls from all over the world. academics, citizenship, and athletics—are given at Upper School is a fully accredited member of the North graduation. Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools And, election to the Principia chapter of Cum Laude and of the Independent Schools Association of the Central National Honor Society is possible (see below). States (ISACS). To meet differing needs, Upper School Also, local and national competitions— In math, art, provides three basic programs of study. (For descriptions, and foreign languages, for example—offer awards. see page 2.) Through these programs, you can fulfill (1) minimal state requirements for graduation; or (2) re­ quirements acceptable to two-year and many four-year Optional Senior May Projects colleges; or (3) requirements acceptable to most four-year Seniors accepted by a faculty committee as responsible colleges and universities. This last program, offering full and academically ready design individual projects and college preparation, also offers you a choice from three work closely with sponsors in completing them during emphases: fine arts, math and the sciences, or liberal the final three weeks of school. Approval of teachers, arts. Upper School’s programs Include Independent headmaster, and parents is also required. Regular class­ study on and off campus, Advanced Placement courses, room work must be completed before the projects begin. courses cutting across two or more fields, and field trips. Each student designs and gives a public presentation of Special programs include the School of Nations (which his work before graduation. May projects provide valuable aims to Inspire a friendly appreciation of every nation’s opportunities to work in a possible career field, to learn contribution to mankind), School of Government (focusing new skills or perfect familiar ones, and to take part in on citizenship on every level, national and international), volunteer service activities; they demand self-discipline, and Principia’s concert and lecture series (sponsoring off- self-motivation, follow-through, and careful planning. campus artists, speakers, travel/adventure films, and drama). Thinking about College? Where to go? How to find out? Prin’s college counselor Learning by Discovery helps you. She tells you about SATs, tutoring (if you need As an educational pioneer—It was, for example, one of the it), and everything else you need to know. first six schools in the United States to adopt a modern Principia graduates are accepted at many fine approach to teaching math— Principia believes that institutions— like Amherst, Universities of California, students should be encouraged to discover basic ideas, Cornell, Mills, Northwestern, Middlebury, Lafayette, principles, and solutions for themselves. Universities of Missouri, Princeton, Rensselaer This “ discovery” approach moves away from maximum Polytechnic, Bowdoin, Boston University, Mount Holyoke, emphasis on memory and drill, on the theory that any Idea Tufts, Swarthmore, Drake, University of Tulsa, Southern or principle you discover for yourself makes better sense to Methodist, Principia, Smith, Stanford, Wellesley, you. Hopefully, you’ll glimpse new horizons and better rec­ Washington University, Yale, Vassar. . . ognize learning as the never-ending adventure it should be. Of course, Principia couples discovery with more formal teaching methods aimed at logical thinking, careful reason­ Senior Honors ing, clear communication, and accurate problem-solving. • At graduation Students earning 18 or more full credits of college-recom­ mended grades (A, A—, B+, B) are awarded diplomas Your Program: What’s Possible with distinction; those earning a minimum 3.6 grade- As noted above, Upper School offers you a choice of point average each grading period during their junior and three programs, one fulfilling minimal state requirements senior years are awarded diplomas with highest honors. for graduation from high school, and two, college preparatory. These three programs are outlined on • Cum Laude National Honor Society page 2. Seniors ranking in the top fifth of the first-term grading Maintaining high standards (B average, or better) in the period and carrying at least four solids that term, and who third program—which offers you full college preparation attended the Upper School as juniors, are eligible; final —qualifies you for acceptance at a top college or selection is made by a faculty committee on the basis of university. outstanding academic performance.

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Three Basic Programs of Study English 1 Fine Arts Courses • Introduction to Genre • College preparatory (with choice of emphasis): Three terms, one credit The department offers a variety of courses designed to acceptable to most 4-year colleges Required of all freshmen. Readings cover the various expose students to, and involve them in, a number of Liberal Arts Emphasis literary forms: short story, novel, play, poetry. Writing creative activities where imagination, self-discipline, and English 4 credits program includes review of basic sentence structure, individual expression are required. To balance classroom Social Studies 3-4 progressing through paragraph-writing to development of instruction with performance, one-third of the required Mathematics 3 thesis and structured essay. Ongoing program of vocabu­ fine arts credit must be met from the following courses: Foreign Language 2-3 lary-building and grammar to support writing skills. Fall Integrated Arts Science 2 term includes two-week library course and emphasis on Music Theory and Composition Fine Arts 2-3 study skills. Music History Practical Arts 1-2 Advanced Theater Arts (when offered) Physical Education 1 (4 years) • 1H: Honors TOTAL Three terms, one credit 18-22 credits * Interdisciplinary Courses Open to freshmen by invitation. Focus and content similar Integrated Arts Math!Science Emphasis to English 1 (above), except that more depth and One term, one-third credit in fine/practical arts English 4 credits breadth in reading and writing expected, and accelerated pace maintained. Brief survey of arts from standpoint of form, texture, me­ Social Studies 3 dium, color, movement. Includes study of some of Mathematics 4-5 English 2 “ greats” in all fields of art, and consideration of the Foreign Language 2-3 • World Literature baroque, classic, and romantic as they apply to arts and Science 3-4 Three terms, one credit daily life. Offers some needed basis for college-level study Fine Arts 1 Required of all sophomores. Presentation of greatest in of humanities. Practical Arts 1 world literature, with emphasis on classics and classical Physical Education 1 (4 years) values (fall term), medieval and Renaissance concepts Media Courses TOTAL 19-22 credits (winter), and 19th- and 20th-century values/ideas from Credit may be earned in fine and/or practical arts. both European and Third World sources (spring). Prep­ For descriptions of courses in photography, television, Fine Arts Emphasis aration for and writing of expository essays emphasized and film-making, see page 4. English 4 credits throughout year. Vocabulary-building exercises, basic' Social Studies 3 grammatical review, note-taking skills, also stressed. Our Bible Heritage Mathematics 2 One term, one-third credit in English, social studies, or Foreign Language 2-3 • 2H: Honors fine arts Science 1 Three terms, one credit Prerequisite: permission of instructor Fine Arts 3-4 Open to sophomores by invitation. Focus and content For description, see page 4 under interdisciplinary Practical Arts 1 similar to English 2 (above), except that more depth and Courses. Physical Education 1 (4 years) breadth in reading and writing assignments expected, TOTAL 17-19 credits and accelerated pace maintained. Art, Literature, and Nature English 3 Winter term, one-third credit in fine arts, English, or • College preparatory: acceptable to 2-year public science • Writing Proficiency 1 colleges and some 4-year colleges Prerequisites: senior standing; approval of faculty and Fall term, one-third credit English 4 credits administration Required of all juniors not enrolled in American Chal­ Social Studies 3 See description under Science Courses on page 6. Mathematics 2 lenge. Stresses formal expository writing in variety of recognizable modes, with some focus on grammar, Foreign Language 2 • Studio Art punctuation, spelling. Emphasis on vocabulary-building Science 1 One to three terms, one-third to one credit per year and SAT (College Board)-type verbal exercises. Fine Arts 1 Note: five periods per week earn one-sixth credit per Practical Arts 1 • Topics in American Literature term; five periods plus one lab, one-third credit. Physical Education 1 (4 years) Winter and spring terms, two-thirds credit Grades 9,10,11,12. One lab period per week required for Electives 2 Required of all juniors not enrolled in American Chal­ maximum credit. Program offers visual form of expres­ TOTAL 17 credits lenge. Emphasis on analyzing and interpreting American sion, as well as creative challenges, problem-solving, and novels, short stories, plays, poems. Expository essays introduction to many different media. Training in basic • Minimum for Upper School graduation using principles studied first term are used in expressing skills of design, drawing, painting, color, composition; English 4 credits critical interpretations of these genres. philosophy of art stressed in all media. Social Studies 3 Note: all the following courses are not offered each term. Mathematics 1 • American Challenge (Honors) Science 1 Three terms, one credit Basic Design Foreign Language 2 Open to qualified juniors. Geared toward defining Amer­ One term, one-third or one-sixth credit Fine Arts 1 ican novel by following its development from writings of Introduction to basic concepts of color, form, space, tex­ Practical Arts 1 Hawthorne and Melville through significant differences of ture, and their relationships to each other. Mixed media. Physical Educaton 1 (4 years) Twain and subsequent naturalists, Crane and Norris, up to Examples of great works of art used for reference. Electives 3 20th-century authors such as Hemingway, Steinbeck, Ideally a prerequisite for all other courses. TOTAL 17 credits Faulkner. English 4 Drawing 1 All students are expected to earn a minimum of 4Vk cred­ One term, one-third or one-sixth credit its per year—unless this requirement is waived by the Three terms, one credit Stressed: study of works by literary masters (especially “ Drawing is seeing” explored, recording what is seen by Headmaster’s Academic Committee. Required of every learning basic methods and various media. student graduating: 13 credits in solid academic subjects, British) deemed important reading before entering col­ plus 1 credit in fine arts, 1 credit in practical arts, 1 credit lege. Special emphasis on analytical writing and speech Drawing 2 in physical education. activities; major library research paper assigned. One term, one-third or one-sixth credit • Advanced Placement Exploration and development of advanced individual ex­ Notice: Changes Three terms, one credit pression of creativity through ideas and images. The Principia Upper School reserves the right, as neces­ Open to seniors only, by invitation. College-level survey sary, to withdraw courses at any time; and to change of British literature. Prepares student for Advanced Place­ Painting 1 fees, regulations, and requirements affecting graduation ment exam (College Entrance Examination Board), to One term, one-third or one-sixth credit and curricula, and any other regulations affecting the determine whether the college he plans to attend will Introduction to various forms of painting media, color student body. Such changes, and the dates they become grant credit for the course. mixing, and application. effective, will be decided by proper school authorities and Painting 2 may affect both present and prospective students. • English 178: Backgrounds in English Literature Open to seniors only by invitation. Historical coverage One term, one-third or one-sixth credit of English literature from Chaucer to Beckett, taught by Color theory, as well as development of creative expres­ English Courses member of Principia College’s English department. In­ sion through use of painting media. Water color, oil- The English department’s primary goals are: to achieve cludes various seminar-sessions led by other College acrylic. effective communication in speaking, reading, writing, and faculty in areas of their professional expertise. Course listening; to enhance student ability to dissect thought carries equivalent of five quarter hours of Principia Ceramics 1 through intelligent analysis of literature in its variety of College credit. One term, one-third or one-sixth credit forms; to provide individual attention for students on all Introduction to basic clay techniques, including potter’s Our Bible Heritage levels; to encourage independent research and use of wheel. Concepts of design, form, texture, technical skill, library facilities; to work especially on the speed, com­ One term, one-third credit in English, social studies, or emphasized. fine arts prehension, and enjoyment of good reading; to promote Ceramics 2 individual growth in vocabulary and in the use of good Prerequisite: permission of instructor diction. See description under Interdisciplinary Courses on One term, one-third or one-sixth credit page 4. Proficiency and creative expression through medium of In order to graduate, an Upper School student must, in clay, using hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. addition to meeting other current requirements, demon­ Art, Literature, and Nature Glaze-making and application stressed. strate ability to read at his grade level during his junior or Winter term, one-third credit in fine arts, English, or senior year; or must be enrolled in Upper School’s science Printmaking reading program for from three to five terms. The three- Prerequisites: senior standing; approval of faculty and One term, one-third or one-sixth credit to-five term requirement must be met during the administration Designing for reproduction, using methods of serio- sophomore to senior years. See description under Science Courses on page 6. graph, woodblock, linoleum block, monograph.

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Open Studio Music History French 5: Advanced Placement One to three terms, one-third or one-sixth credit per term Three terms, one-third credit each; maximum of one-third Three terms, one credit For advanced student wishing to pursue independent credit may be earned in social studies For students expecting to take the Advanced Placement project in any of above course offerings. May be in con­ Grades 10,11,12. History of music in Western civilization. Test in French in spring. Primarily literature course, junction with college portfolio preparation. Composers and related arts, including aspects of social following reading list suggested by French Advanced culture, presented to broaden enjoyment of all music. See Placement Program. Includes classwork, library research, Introduction to Crafts description on page 6 under Social Studies. reading. Offered upon sufficient demand. One term, one-third or one-sixth credit Exploring macramè, weaving, batik, fabric screen printing. Music Theory and Composition German 1 Texture, design, form, function, emphasized. Three terms, one-third credit each Three terms, one credit (conditional upon successful Grades 10,11,12. Study and practical use of theory; ear completion of second year) Sculpture training; development of composition skills; arranging and Elementary, for students either without previous training One term, one-third or one-sixth credit performance of composition. or not prepared for intermediate work. Included: detailed Three-dimensional forms and relationship to their en­ One, two, or three terms. work in pronunciation and practice in basic patterns of vironment developed, using clay, plaster, wood, fabric, grammar. Reading accelerated second term. Offered metal. Chorus 1983-84. Three terms, one-sixth credit each Metal-smithing Admission through try-out. Emphasis on correct tone German 2 One term, one-third or one-sixth credit production, musical interpretation, stage presence. Essen­ Three terms, one credit Use own creative designs to make belt buckles, neck­ tials of good performance. Several performances. Intermediate, further developing aural-oral skills, with in­ laces, rings, etc., while learning techniques of metal- creased emphasis on reading and written communication. smithing. Private Study* Introduction of basic grammar intensified. Also open to Excellent instruction on campus in piano, organ, voice, freshmen successfully completing equivalent of one year * Drama through arrangements made by school with St. Louis of high-school German on junior-high level. Offered Drama is an integrated part of Principia’s program, not teachers (including members of St. Louis Symphony) 1982-83. only by way of specific courses but through frequent selected by parents. Practice facilities available on opportunities in other fields, such as English and history, campus. German 3 to develop poise, improve speech, and grow creatively Three terms, one credit in related classroom plays. Continues development of skills learned in German 1 and In drama courses, students gain colorful experience Foreign Language Courses 2, through reading texts of increasing complexity of in the fundamentals of acting and in speech—and, in Principia was one of the first schools in the area to teach structure and thought. Content places greater emphasis expressing themselves, are helped to new poise and a foreign language almost entirely in the language itself. on introduction to literature and on cultural and historical naturalness. All courses offered only upon sufficient Continuing this approach, the aim is to develop facility in development. Grammar reviewed at more advanced level. demand. the four basic skills: speaking, aural comprehension, Offered 1983-84. reading, and writing. In the beginning terms, grammar is Basic Acting 1 presented principally by rote practice followed by induc­ One term, one-third credit tive reasoning, so that students use it in context before it Spanish 1 Grades 9,10. Theater games and scene work. is presented in isolated rules. Continuing emphasis is Three terms, one credit (conditional upon successful placed throughout all levels on an appreciation of foreign completion of second year) Basic Acting 2 peoples and their cultures. Elementary, for students either without previous training One term, one-third credit Each student spends one class period per week in the or not prepared for intermediate work. Included: detailed Grades 11,12. Pantomine, improvisation, and a play or laboratory. In addition to tapes, extensive use is made of work in pronunciation, practice in basic patterns of scene work. films and filmstrips. grammar. Reading accelerated winter and spring terms. Students are placed in sections according to back­ Theater Arts ground and level of achievement. They are advised to Spanish 2 (B, A) Three terms, one credit begin language study as early as possible, preferably in Three terms, one credit Grade 12; Grade 11 with permission of instructor. Essen­ the freshman year. Conditional credit is granted for first- Intermediate, further developing aural-oral skills, with tially acting and production techniques, with related year courses and becomes firm if the second year is suc­ increased emphasis on reading and written composition. projects concerning stage crafts, culminating in presenta­ cessfully completed; exceptions are made for students Introduction of basic grammar intensified. Also open to tion of plays and scenes for the community. who have already completed a two-year sequence in an­ freshmen successfully completing equivalent of one year other language. Students showing special interest and of high-school Spanish on junior-high level. Advanced Theater Arts ability are urged to continue with three or more years One term, one-third credit of study. Spanish 3 (B, A) Prerequisites: one year of Theater Arts; permission Three terms, one credit of instructor French 1 More linguistically integrated approach to four basic Grade 12. Intensive acting exercises and production of Three terms, one credit (conditional upon successful com­ skills: reading, writing, speaking, aural comprehension. a play. pletion of second year) Finer points of grammar; more advanced vocabulary; Elementary, for students either without training or not introduction to Hispanic culture and literature, especially prepared for intermediate work. Included: detailed work in * Music through short stories. Emphasis on contemporary use of pronunciation, basic patterns of grammar. Reading Principia’s courses and activities in music are designed to language, for smoother transition to fourth-level literature. accelerated during year. develop such qualities as joy, co-operation, individual expression, unselfishness, appreciation, accuracy, sus­ Spanish 4 French 2 (B, A) tained attention, obedience. Students are offered many op­ Three terms, one credit Three terms, one credit portunities to increase their understanding and enjoyment Advanced, with area of study changing in alternate years. Intermediate, further developing aural-oral skills, with of all types of music, as well as to develop greater techni­ One year, emphasis on thorough survey of Latin-American increased emphasis on reading and written composition. cal proficiency. All courses offered only upon sufficient culture and literature; alternate year, emphasis on Introduction of basic grammar intensified. Also open to demand. Spanish culture and literature. Stressed: advanced com­ freshmen successfully completing equivalent of one year position, continued development of aural-oral skills. of high-school French on junior-high level. Beginning Band Three terms, one-sixth credit each Spanish 5 French 3 (B, A) Three terms, one credit For students wishing to begin any band instrument or Three terms, one credit learn a second one. In addition to ensemble opportunities, Complete change of content in Spanish 4 enables More linguistically integrated approach to four basic introduction to music skills, reading music, basic musi­ qualified students to earn fifth-year-level credit in Spanish skills: reading, writing, speaking, aural comprehension. 4. Rigid evaluation, with supplementary work required. cianship. Some instruments available on school rental Finer points of grammar, more advanced vocabulary, plan. On sufficient demand, Advanced Placement section introduction of contemporary literature. Emphasis on organized, following AP reading list; students expected to contemporary use of language for smoother transition to take AP Test in spring. Band* fourth-level classical literature. Three terms, one-sixth credit each Development of skills and unity through performance at French 4 concerts, solo and ensemble recitals, games, clinics. Three terms, one credit Some instruments provided. Private instrumental lessons Survey in depth of French literature; review of advanced available without charge, scheduling permitting. Students grammar and composition. Students required to read must have had training before joining; total enrollment several complete works, as well as selections. Primary subject to instrumentation and rehearsal facilities. Ensem­ emphasis on accuracy in written expression, facility in ble performances include woodwind, percussion, brass reading comprehension, and advanced conversation. choir, stage band. Library research expected. String Orchestra Three terms, one-sixth credit each ‘ See fees, page 7. For students interested in violin, viola, cello, string bass. Individual instruction; opportunities for individual prac­ tice and ensemble performance. Limited number of instruments available on school rental plan.

*See fees, page 7.

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Interdisciplinary Courses Introduction to Algebra Calculus: Advanced Placement Principia offers a number of interdisciplinary courses, in­ Three terms, one credit Three terms, one credit cluding Humanity: Today’s Trends, in which credit can be For students not ready for a first course in algebra. Pro­ College-level, providing study of calculus with analytic earned in any discipline. vides concepts and skills needed for Algebra 1, the nor­ geometry for highly proficient students who have completed mal follow-up course. Offered upon sufficient demand. four-year sequence in high-school math by acceleration. Humanity: Today’s Trends Opportunity to take “ AB” or “ BC” form, Advanced Place­ Three terms, two credits Algebra 1 (Basic, Regular) ment exams (College Entrance Examination Board), to Project study program open to qualified students in Three terms, one credit determine whether the college a student plans to attend Grade 12, by application. Credit may be earned in any For students who have not yet completed a full year of will grant credit for the course. Included: derivatives and discipline through approved individual projects. Emphasis algebra. Some fundamental properties of the real number integrals of both algebraic and transcendental functions on study processes (analyzing, relating, evaluating, system; practice in deductive reasoning; introduction to and their applications, plane analytic geometry, hyper­ algebraic notation and graphing; beginning of study of judging) and communication skills (reading, listening, bolic functions, polar coordinates, and possibly infinite writing, speaking). functions; practice in algebraic manipulation, in solving series and first-order differential equations. equations and inequalities, and in using these techniques on applications and worded problems. Our Bible Heritage Media Courses* One term, one-third credit in English, social studies, or All media courses are offered upon sufficient demand. fine arts Geometry (Basic, Regular, Honors) Credit may be earned in fine and/or practical arts. Prerequisite: permission of instructor Three terms, one credit Survey and essentially project course designed to assist For students who have had Algebra 1—including well- • Photography student in understanding order, variety, and depth of the qualified freshmen completing the equivalent of a year of Grades 11,12; Grade 10 by special permission. Bible. high-school algebra in junior high. Stresses logical reason­ ing and structure, including definitions, postulates, Photography 1 Integrated Arts theorems. Also included: right triangle trigonometry, co­ Fall and winter terms, one-third credit each ordinate geometry, some solid geometry. Honors students One term, one-third credit in fine/practical arts Students work with 35mm cameras and color slides, are study in greater depth, including some topics optional to For description, see page 2 under Fine Arts. introduced to different types of photography. Final proj­ regular and basic sections. ect: slide show. Student must have own camera or rent Computer Math 1 one from school. One term, one-third credit in mathematics or practical arts Algebra 2 (Basic, Regular, Honors) Three terms, one credit Photography 2 Prerequisite: Algebra 2. Winter term, one-third credit For description, see page 4 under Mathematics. Honors: Challenging new work woven into review of algebra, including study of axioms and properties of the Prerequisite: Photography 1 Training in developing and printing own black-and-white Computer Math 2 real number system. Chapters on first- and second-degree equations and inequalities, complex numbers, and film. Final project: display of student work. Student must One term, one-third credit in mathematics or practical arts have own 35mm camera or rent one from school. Prerequisite: Computer Math 1 conics, followed by study of exponential and logarithmic For description, see page 4 under Mathematics. functions, polynomials, series, binominal theorem, and some probability. Photography 3 Spring term, one-third credit Computer Math 3 Prerequisite: Photography 1 and 2 Regular, Basic: Except for probability, same topics pre­ One term, one-third credit in mathematics Concentration in area of own choice; advanced tech­ sented as in honors class, but at suitable level of diffi­ Prerequisite: Computer Math 2 niques. Student must have own camera. For description, see page 4 under Mathematics. culty, with controlled reading level and less challenging exercises. Manipulative skill, concept development, appli­ • Television Elementary Accounting 1 cation, all emphasized. Students in regular sections have Grades 11,12; Grade 10 by special permission. One term, one-third credit in practical arts or social necessary background for further study; those in basic Areas covered are news, advertising, and programming; studies sections generally complete formal training in math with emphasis on analysis of commercial TV and techniques Grades 11, 12 this course. of TV production. Students produce in the department’s Offered winter term TV studio. See description on page 5 under Practical Arts and on Math Analysis (Regular, Honors) page 6, as Business Accounting, under Social Studies. Three terms, one credit TV 1 Honors: Elective, for students completing Algebra 2 honors Fall term, one-third credit Media Courses section, or highly successful in third-year high-school math. Designed to enable students to study individually at TV 2 Credit may be earned in fine and/or practical arts Winter term, one-third credit For descriptions of courses in photography, television, increased rate, completing more than the minimal and film-making, see page 4. requirements—which in themselves constitute strong TV 3 background for study of calculus and other sciences, Spring term, one-third credit Music History included: three main units: circular functions (including • Film-Making Three terms, one-third credit each in music; maximum of trigonometry); advanced algebra (including math induc­ one-third credit may be earned in social studies tion, exponentials, logarithms, polynomial functions); Grades 11,12; Grade 10 by special permission. Grades 10, 11,12. analytical geometry (including complex numbers, conics). Emphasis on logical development through appropriate Film-Making For description, see page 3 under Music and page 6 levels of rigor. Possession of scientific calculator Fall or spring term, one-third credit under Social Studies. desirable. Basics; creation of film from idea to script, shooting, ana editing. Super 8 camera provided. Values and Decisions One term, one-third credit in social studies or practical Regular: Elective for students successfully completing arts three years of high-school math. Essentially an elementary Physical Education Courses Prerequisite: sophomore, junior, or senior standing course in functions, enlarging on work in previous courses Four years, one credit For description, see page 5 under Practical Arts. and providing basis for study of calculus. Included: real Emphasis is geared as much as possible to individual need number and complex number fields, mathematical and fulfillment. Everyone has the opportunity, and is en­ Art, Literature, and Nature induction, linear and quadratic functions, exponential couraged, to participate in a team sport. Principia pio­ Winter term, one-third credit in fine arts, English, or and logarithmic functions, analytic geometry, sequences, neered St. Louis’s ABC League in which every boy in par­ science. and much emphasis on circular functions (including ticipating schools is classified A, B, or C according to trigonometry). Grade 12. For selected seniors having approval of fac­ age, class, height, weight. Girls are eligible for participa­ ulty and administration. Offered upon sufficient demand. tion on varsity, junior varsity, club, and traditional G.A.A. For description, see page 6 under Science Courses. Computer Math 1 teams. Under Missouri regulations, all students not on One term, one-third credit in mathematics or practical arts teams during a season attend P.E. classes. Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Mathematics Courses Some of fascinations of computer man’s world learned Boys: Competitive, varied program of interscholastic Because of the increasing importance of mathematics, through instruction and practice in BASIC programming sports. 20 teams in football, soccer, basketball, baseball, not only in engineering and the natural sciences but also applied to solving problems in math. Students write, run, tennis, track, swimming, cross country, golf, water polo. in such fields as the social sciences and business admin­ and obtain hand copies for a large number of prescribed P.E. includes running program, calisthenics (team and istration, we recommend that nearly all students—both programs using the Upper School’s sixteen microcom­ individual), competitive sports, and circuit training. boys and girls—take at least three years of high-school puters. Opportunity is also given for writing and running Girls: Balanced program in which each girl must fulfill mathematics. In Principia’s classes emphasis is given to programs in students’ own areas of interest. logical reasoning and understanding, to plenty of drill, to requirements in dance, swimming, individual and team applications, and to the historical development of mathe­ Computer Math 2 sports. Varsity sports—basketball, field hockey, racquet- ball, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track, volleyball— matics and its place in civilizations. Hand calculators are One term, one-third credit in mathematics or practical arts on interscholastic level. Dance and synchronized swim often used. Upper School’s sixteen Apple II microcom­ Prerequisite: Computer Math 1 teams perform annually for school and community. All puters are available to all students and to math classes Students write more challenging programs while learning for drill, for writing programs, and for recreation. Indi­ girls are members of the G.A.A. (Girls’ Athletic more efficient techniques for solving problems using Association). vidual attention is provided; students are placed in, and BASIC language. moved from, honors, regular, and basic sections accord­ Open to all students: Lifesaving and water safety ing to need. Computer Math 3 instruction. One term, one-third credit in mathematics Prerequisite: Computer Math 2 'See fees, page 7. Further programming skills learned while focusing on probability and statistics.

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Gregg Notehand Fit Practical Arts Courses Science Courses Wi Values and Decisions Two terms, two-thirds credit Prerequisite: Typing 1 The importance of the sciences in everyday life today Pn One term, one-third credit in social studies or practical arts can hardly be over-estimated. Students are seeing the Elf Grades 10,11,12. Five class periods plus two labs per Grades 10,11,12. Designed to help students think more need to take more science courses in their over-all pro­ week. Memorization, dictation, transcription. Stresses lev clearly, make better decisions, and clarify values. Exer­ gram. Young people trained to observe and understand proper study and notemaking procedures; active listening tio cises adaptable to individual students used in developing nature and the products of modern invention—through a to, analyzing, synthesizing oral and written words. Offered to these skills. Historical and literary material supplements better understanding of elementary chemistry, biology, on sufficient demand. Pn work. and physics—will be kinder to their environment and en • Reading wiser consumers. They will be better at managing their 19 * Home Arts homes, growing their gardens, taking care of their cars— Basic Reading All home arts courses are offered upon sufficient demand and they’ll enjoy the outdoors more. In short, they’ll help Mi and are not all offered each term. Offered each term, one-sixth credit in practical arts to ensure a better world. per term Fa All courses in this area are oriented toward learning more We recommend that every student take at least two Pn about living skills leading not only to a more successful For description, see below under Reading and Study laboratory science courses: one in life science and one in Skills. mi career but to a happier, more useful home and family life. the physical sciences. For those whose interests and Gr aptitudes lie in the field, a college prep program with a Gourmet Foods 1 ,2 • interdisciplinary Courses ec math/science emphasis is available. ec Two terms, one-third credit each Values and Decisions ba Gourmet Foods 1, grades 9,10; 2, grades 11, 12. includes One term, one-third credit in practical arts or social Chemistry (Regular Basic) ex lab periods. Experience in following recipes, food prep­ studies Three terms, one credit aration, meal-planning, purchasing, cooking. Included: sit Grades 10,11,12 Prerequisite: successful completion of, or concurrent St. quick breads, meats, desserts, etc. Gourmet Foods 1 not For description, see page 5 immediately under Practical registration in, Algebra 2 a prerequisite to 2. fis Arts heading; it is also listed on page 6 under Regular: Uses CHEM-Study approach and texts. Chemi­ op Social Studies. cal principles extracted from results of frequent experi­ Creative Clothing Design and Sewing La mental work in the laboratory or observed in films; pe One term, one-third credit Integrated Arts students see how scientific process has resulted in Includes lab periods. Understanding line and design, One term, one-third credit in fine/practical arts growth of understanding of these principles. Some work Or beginning at student’s level of sewing experience; learn­ For description, see page 2 under Fine Arts. utilizing computers possible. Concepts covered include ing new techniques. Individual projects in designing for Sp chemical reactions, mole relationships, gas laws, struc­ Ini oneself. Two or more outfits completed as rule. Media Courses ture of atom, equilibrium, acids and bases, energy rela­ Credit may be earned in fine and/or practical arts bii House and Interior Design tionships, organic chemistry. General approach: more be For description of courses in photography, television, theoretical and quantitative than Consumer Chemistry One term, one-third credit and film-making, see page 4. pe Included: styles of homes, arrangement of floor plans, course. 36 shopping for housing, color, design, room arrangements Computer Math 1 Basic: For students who need chemistry credit but ar and furnishing. Field trips. One term, one-third credit in mathematics or practical whose math background may not have prepared them qi arts for all the math required in a regular chemistry section. sp Minding Your Money Prerequisite Algebra 2 Uses CHEM-Study approach. Concepts offered are es­ 19 One term, one-third credit For description, see page 4 under Mathematics. sentially the same as those included in regular section Study of an individual’s expenditures: car purchase, but are not covered in as much depth. Pi apartment-hunting, grocery shopping, etc. Emphasis on Computer Math 2 Consumer Chemistry Th consumer’s viewpoint. One term, one-third credit in mathematics or practical Three terms, one credit Rt arts Gi Personal Relationships Designed to teach basic chemical principles through Prerequisite: Computer Math 1 many laboratory experiences and demonstrations. Less tei One term, one-third credit For description, see page 4 under Mathematics. m: Discussion of importance of self-concept, dating and mathematical and less theoretical than regular chemistry. Included: basic topics, plus study of organic chemistry ex marriage relationships, women's lib, remaining single, Business Accounting 1 mi relationships with children. leading to understanding of foods, fuels, textiles, soaps One term, one-third credit in practical arts or social and detergents, air/water pollution, and other relevant studies Ar topics. * B u sin e ss Grades 11, 12 W Upper School’s business courses are designed to give the For description, see column 1; it is also described on Biology sc student a practical understanding of fundamentals—as page 6 under Social Studies. Three terms, one credit Pi well as experience in practical skills—useful in business Introductory course in biology with ecological approach. ar and personal life and in home management. This course emphasizes the unity and interrelationships of Cl living things. Topics included: biosphere, taxonomy of SE Business Accounting 1 Courses in Reading and Study Skills plants and animals, microbes, cellular work, landscapes, m Winter term, one-third credit The reading department has two primary goals: 1, to aid the inland waters and seas, populations and communities, ar Grades 11, 12. Basic understanding of generally ac­ deficient reader to function more completely in all facets biogeography, biohistory, man in nature, genetics, repro­ S< cepted accounting principles. Rules of bookkeeping; of academic life by helping him develop reading skills duction, bioenergetics. Field study of plants and animals W accounting cycles; financial statement preparation and commensurate with his grade level, as specifically set in natural outdoor laboratory on Principia’s 360-acre fo analysis; problems of income computation and asset forth in Upper School’s graduation requirements in read­ campus and in zoological and botanical gardens. ci valuation; use of computer in bookkeeping. Complete ing (below); and, 2, to assist any student in developing a T( practice sets used to illustrate practical application of level of reading and study skills adequate to the demands Independent Study in Biology dt principles in entire cycle. See description under Social of his own educational goals, in general, and toward a Credit arranged individually Studies, page 6. successful Upper School experience, in particular. Prerequisite: permission of instructor In order to graduate, an Upper School student must— Designed to give student or groups of students opportunity s Typing 1 for independent work in areas of special interest, in order Two terms, two-thirds credit in addition to meeting other current requirements—dem­ Pf onstrate ability to read at his grade level during his to meet individual needs. Credit granted for work done Grades 10, 11, 12. Five class periods plus one lab per outside regular classroom situation might include studies ar junior or senior year; or must have been enrolled in Upper st week. Keyboard, mechanics of machine, punctuation, off-campus both during school year and vacations. syllabization, erasing, carbon usage, personal and busi­ School’s reading program for from three to five terms. st ness letter styles, tabulation, manuscript typing. Botany th Basic Reading One term, one-third credit sf Typing 1B Offered each term, one-sixth credit in practical arts per Prerequisites: one year of biology and permission of lir One term, one-sixth credit term instructor c< Grade 9 only. Five class periods per week; no labs. Be­ Students who need extra help in reading may enroll, or Includes survey of plant kingdom from algae to flowering m ginning typing: keyboard, tabulating, centering. May be may be required to enroll, in programs in basic word plants. Emphasis on structure, function, diversity, conti­ continued as Typing 1A in subsequent year. attack, comprehension and vocabulary skills. Small class nuity, ecology. Opportunities to propagate, grow, culture, Hi groups or one-to-one basis. Evaluation, and perhaps re­ and care for plants in biology greenhouse, as well as Tl Typing 1A testing, at end of each term; evidence of effort and study them in their natural ecosystem. Weekly field ob­ Ri One term, one-half credit progress is part of evaluation. servation and study on campus, as well as visits to Mis­ Hi Grades 10,11,12. Five class periods plus two labs per souri Botanical Gardens. Laboratory time required in addi­ in week. Accelerated course for those who already know the Students Operating Successfully (S.O.S.) tion to regular classroom periods. Offered 1983-84 on Bi keyboard. Same subject-matter as Typing 1, but can be Offered each term, no credit sufficient demand. m completed in one trimester. Required one-term course for all students on academic 2( probation (grade-point average below 2.0). Students meet Ecology, Economics, and the Environment C( Typing 2 weekly for academic counseling and study habits review. One term, one-third credit Two terms, two-thirds credit Stressed: goal-setting, time-budgeting, development of Chemistry not a prerequisite, but recommended U i Grades 10,11,12. Five class periods plus one lab per Grades 11,12. Interdisciplinary course focusing on basic Tl acceptable study skills to meet academic demands. Open R> week. Greater speed and accuracy developed in setting also to any student who wants to improve study skills. ecological and economic concepts as they relate to bet­ up and typing correspondence and manuscripts. Intro­ ter understanding the environmental issues facing man. Pi duces various business forms, job applications, itinerary, Units covered: human population and its impact on earth; at duplicating stencil. Experience in dictaphone use. structure and changes in ecosystems; land use in urban Si and non-urban areas; energy resources and alternatives; Vi environmental ethics. Experts in field of environmental la studies visit class for discussions and lectures; field trips ci taken to environmental and energy workshops. No labs vi required. Offered 1983-84 on sufficient demand. gi pi

5 Entrance Requirements

Field Natural History Contemporary World Affairs Principia Upper School warmly welcomes boys and girls Winter term, one-third credit Three terms, one credit as day and boarding students in grades 9-12. Basic and Prerequisite: permission of instructor Prerequisite: one year of high-school social studies scholastic requirements for entrance are the same for Elective. Practical outdoor (field) course open to all grade In-depth study of current events from American perspec­ resident and day students. levels. Study of natural world primarily through observa­ tive. Emphasis placed on economic and political systems tion and study of plants and animals. Students required that influence world problems today. Extensive use of pri­ to contract for daily journal record, additional readings, mary source material and of The Christian Science Moni­ Basic proper use of identification keys. Many daily and week­ tor, weekly news magazines, and radio/television news Principia strives to serve the Cause of Christian Science end trips taken as part of course requirements. Offered programs. by providing an environment which encourages students 1982- 83. Current United States Government to apply the teachings of Christian Science in their daily lives. It is open to young people who are actively inter­ Marine Ecology One term, one-third credit Prerequisite: an American history course or approval of ested in Christian Science and whose parents are active Fall and winter terms, two-thirds credit Christian Scientists. Prerequisites: one year of biology and chemistry recom­ instructor Project course emphasizing two aspects of government: In a family where only one parent is a Christian mended; permission of instructor Scientist, a student may qualify for acceptance when Grades 11,12. Basic course in study of marine life and 1, Congress and law-making process, and 2, the justice system. Research, speakers, simulations, field trips em­ both parents are willing that he shall be encouraged to ecology of salt-water organisms: their habitats, functions, grow in his understanding of Christian Science and to ecological and economic importance. Current issues, de­ phasized in studying how these branches of government cope with current problems. have Christian Science treatment in case of physical need. bates, discoveries in marine biology/oceanographic fields It is expected that the parent legally responsible for his examined. Some exposure to major colleges and univer­ investments care and custody be actively interested in Christian sities offering marine studies and joint research; use of Fall term, one-third credit Science. St. Louis Zoo coral reef display exhibit and biology lab’s Prerequisite: one year of social studies Each application is considered carefully and prayerfully fish tanks. Individual research projects required. Offered: Teaches students about available options in making con­ in three areas: the student’s desire to attend Principia; optional field trip to Florida Keys during Christmas break. sumer and investment choices. Deals with decision-mak­ his commitment to Christian Science, as indicated in Lab time required in addition to regular classroom ing in stocks, bonds, money markets, real estate, banking. regular attendance at Sunday School and in upholding periods. Offered 1982-83 on sufficient demand. Wall Street Journal regularly used. standards expected of branch church members; and his Ornithology ( A Course for the Birds) Introduction to Economics academic profile. Spring term, one-third credit Winter term, one-third credit Every Upper School student lives in a dormitory under Introductory course surveying origin and evolution of Prerequisite: one year of social studies school supervision, or with his parents as a day student. birds: flights, songs, breeding cycles, migrations, other Inquiry into how the individual is affected by his own, He may sometimes live with near relatives who are Chris­ behavioral studies. Five class periods weekly, plus two and others’, economic decisions. Emphasis on market tian Scientists. periods each week for field identification on Principia’s system’s behavior in the U.S.—supply, demand, prices. A student may apply as a senior, but a full school 360-acre campus. Included: field trips to unique state year’s residence is required to earn a diploma. areas for observation and study of bird behavior. Re­ The U.S. Economy Spring term, one-third credit quired: individual independent life history studies on Scholastic specific species of birds nesting on campus. Offered Prerequisite: Introduction to Economics 1983- 84 on sufficient demand. Considers effect on economy of money and banking sys­ Students are accepted into Upper School on the basis of tem and of government taxes and spending. Introduces individual merit. Previous scholastic and character Physics GNP and national income analysis. Students debate pos­ records—which Principia secures from schools attended Three terms, one credit sible solutions to problems of recession, inflation, Social earlier—are an important part of the application. Required: sound preparation in mathematics Security, etc. Grades 11,12. The physical universe. Fall term: light. Win­ Business Accounting Testing ter term: mechanics (dynamics). Spring term: electricity, One term, one-third credit Applicants are required to take the Secondary School magnetism, atomic physics. Reliability of reasoning and Prerequisite: junior or senior standing Admission Test and have the scores sent to Principia. experimental procedures constantly tested. Extensive use Study based on fact that just about everyone is faced with This test (SSAT) is administered by the Educational made of reference books, monographs, physics lab, films. need to earn a living and to live on what he earns. Testing Service, Box 922, Princeton, New Jersey 08540. Offered winter term. See full description under Practical Further information and registration forms are available Art, Literature, and Nature Arts, page 5. Winter term, one-third credit in fine arts, English, or from Principia’s Director of Admissions. science Music History In the unusual circumstance that an application for Prerequisites: senior standing and approval of faculty One term, one-third credit admission to Upper School is submitted at a date or and administration Prerequisite: one year of social studies from a place where the SSAT cannot be taken, special Challenging, unique interdisciplinary course open to History of music in Western civilization. Aims: to broaden arrangements can be made through Principia’s seniors who have proved a readiness for, and are com­ enjoyment of all music and to show relationships be­ Admissions Office. mitted to, exploring and engaging in unifying poetry, art, tween historical change and musical innovations in form and an ecological/aesthetic sense of place at Teton and style revealing social and economic changes. See Best Time to Apply Science School, Grand Teton National Park, Jackson, description under Music, page 3. Wyoming. Students and teachers live and work together The best time to apply to Upper School is during the for a week in totally new, different environment. Fee Our Bible Heritage period from early October through the middle of March. charged, based on current transportation rates and One term, one-third credit in English, social studies, or The Committee on Admissions begins making decisions Teton Science School tuition. Offered on sufficient fine arts in late fall, as soon as possible after an application is demand. Prerequisite: permission of instructor completed. For description, see page 4 under interdisciplinary The closer the beginning of school approaches, the Courses. more difficult it can become to find openings. However, Social Studies Courses Principia is happy to receive applications at any time and Values and Decisions will do its best to find openings for all qualified students. Paramount among the goals of the social studies courses One term, one-third credit in social studies or practical Students may also apply for immediate entrance during are (1) that the student should learn to become a con­ arts the school year on a space-available basis. structive member of a free society—that he should under­ Prerequisite: sophomore, junior, or senior standing stand that society and have the skill to take part in it; (2) For description, see Practical Arts, page 5. that he should develop a global outlook; and (3) that he How to Apply Independent Study in Social Studies should become proficient in special skills, such as out­ To obtain an application, call or write the Director of lining, notetaking, analysis, and writing. The sequence of One term, one-third credit Prerequisites: one year of social studies and approval Admissions, The Principia, 13201 Clayton Road, St. Louis, courses is designed to build one on another, from fresh­ Missouri 63131 (314/434-2100). No fee is involved. man to senior year, in support of these goals. of instructor Carefully drawn proposal and revisions submitted by stu­ History of Western Civilization dent to sponsoring teacher becomes contract when inde­ Withdrawals and Dismissals* Three terms, one credit pendent project approved. Social studies teacher provides Required of freshmen and sophomores guidance throughout to ensure development by student Principia, clearly recognizing the development of Highlights major developments in Western history shap­ of social studies skills and academic integrity. character as a fundamental purpose, resorts to ing systems and values of society today. Units included: suspension or dismissal of a student only in extreme Bible, Greece, Rome, Middle Ages, Renaissance, Refor­ cases. If a student whose influence seems to be mation, Democratic Revolution, Nationalism, Industrialism, detrimental to the community maintains a persistently 20th-Century Isms. Skill-building an essential part of non-receptive attitude after patient counseling over a course. substantial period of time, Upper School reserves the right to request his withdrawal. Any student who has been United States History dismissed may earn re-admission by proving his Three terms, one credit readiness to profit by the experience. Required of all students Prerequisite: History of Western Civilization or standing * See financial section for regulations governing refunds as new student in cases of withdrawal and dismissal. Survey course covering U.S. history from Columbus to Vietnam War. The Christian Science Monitor used regu­ The Principia school admits stu­ on the basis of race, color, na­ larly to keep up with current events. Major issues dis­ dents of any race, color, national tional and ethnic origin in ad­ cussed and debated to help students formulate their own and ethnic origin to all the ministration of its educational views. Included: films, oral reports, essay writing. Final rights, privileges, programs, and policies, admissions policies, activities generally accorded or scholarship and loan program, grade determined by performance on chapter tests, made available to students at the and athletic and other school- papers, class participation, other assignments. school. It does not discriminate administered programs.

6 Financing an Upper School Education

Fixed Charges in 1982-83 Band camp, $100 Refunds in Cases of Withdrawal Varsity football camp, $182 For resident students (tuition, room, and board) .. $6951 B/C football camp, $108 and Dismissal For day students (tuition)...... $3405 Soccer camp, $108 In the event it becomes necessary for a student to be with­ Covering all charges except miscellaneous fees (see Water polo camp, $108 drawn or dismissed before the close of a term for any below) as they apply; books; personal expenses; and, Field hockey camp, $87 cause whatsoever, the policy for refund of tuition is as in the case of day students, meals on campus. Payable In Tennis camp, $87 follows: three Installments, on or before the first day of each term, Volleyball camp, $87 • If the student withdraws before the first day of classes, as follows: Bad check service charge (per check), $5 there will be no charge for tuition for the term. For resident students...... $2317 • If the student withdraws during the first 25% of the For day students...... $1135 There might be slight additional charges for certain elec­ term, 25% of the tuition charge for the term will be A student entering late pays the entire tuition charge. trical equipment (TV sets, electric blankets, etc.) used by refunded. Charges become delinquent three days after the opening students In their dormitory rooms. All fees are subject to • If the student withdraws after the first 25% of the of a term; in cases of delinquency, students may not Immediate revision by the amount of any new federal or term, no tuition will be refunded. be permitted to continue classes until satisfactory ar­ state tax imposed directly upon services rendered by To withdraw, the student’s parents must notify the Ad­ rangements have been completed with the Controller’s Principia. missions Office. Effective date of withdrawal is the day Office. Student accounts must be in a current or satis­ The cost of private music lessons is borne by parents. the notification is received in this office. factory status before diplomas can be issued or tran­ Upon request, the school will make arrangements for a This policy holds true even if a student may have to scripts released. student to attend St. Louis Symphony concerts during leave following enrollment on probation at the beginning It is understood, when a student enters at the beginning the winter. Occasionally Principia may send students to of the term. If tuition payments are being made under of the fall term, that enrollment is for the entire school educational productions, such as Shakespearean drama; Principia’s monthly payment plan, balance due for the year. If an emergency makes it imperative to withdraw on cost of attendance, plus transportation, is charged to remainder of the term becomes due and payable at or before the end of that first term, the matter should be parents’ accounts. time of withdrawal or dismissal. thoroughly discussed with the school before the end of If the student’s place in the dormitory can be filled the term. immediately, a rebate of room and board charges may Students from countries other than the U.S. and Canada be made for that part of the term which may remain must pay for fixed charges before arrival at Principia. Student Allowances subsequent to a date thirty days following the student’s Because of the possibility of substantial increases In Economy is encouraged; cash allowances should cover departure. If the place in the dormitory is not filled, and Prlncipia’s operating expenses, all charges and financial under certain other conditions, a rebate of $15.00 per arrangements published here are subject to revision at only incidentals such as church and Sunday School contributions, and purely personal expenses. Allowances week may be allowed for board for the unused portion the beginning of any term. Parents will be notified of any of the term. necessary changes in rates at least thirty days prior to the are charged to student accounts as are purchases at the school store. Each case of withdrawal or dismissal is carefully opening of the term. Federal or state taxes now prevailing, reviewed to determine if any room or board charges are or which might be enacted subsequent to publication of Maximum cash allowance withdrawals per week are: Freshmen, sophomores...... $4.50 to be refunded, and in what amount. No refund Is made this information and which Principia may be required to of charges for miscellaneous fees and services. collect from Its students, will be billed in addition to above Juniors, seniors ...... $5.00 If a parent feels it important that a student have a charges. larger amount than that authorized, for a special purchase, amount to cover should be sent in advance to the respective home department, with instruction as to Grants-in-Aid Reservation Deposits how it is to be used. Grants-in-aid, based on financial need, are available to A reservation deposit of $100 is required of all resident Co-operation In limiting allowances to the figures help families to enroll students in Upper School. They are students (including those making financial arrangements shown here and In keeping special requests to a minimum offered to both new and currently enrolled students. Funds through The Tuition Plan, Inc.) at the time an application will be appreciated. are provided through annual contributions by generous is formally approved by the Committee on Admissions. Charge account and allowance privileges are subject to friends from around the world and through income from This deposit is credited to the student account during the termination if monthly statements become delinquent. endowed funds for the purpose. third term; it is not refundable if the application is A maximum award to a resident student usually covers withdrawn after June 15 or if the student withdraws dur­ about one-third of tuition, fees, and room and board costs. ing the school year. Reservation deposit for day students An award to a day student, living with his parents, may is $20 and is subject to the same regulations. A deposit Statements to Parents cover as much as one-half of tuition. Financial aid is is also required of a new student entering the second All charges for a student, including tuition, fees, given on the basis of need; it is not automatically term and is not refundable if application is withdrawn allowance withdrawals, school store charges, etc., are renewed but must be applied for each year. Under certain circumstances it is possible for a student within the 60-day period prior to that term’s opening date. consolidated into one account. Statements showing tuition charges for the first term to receive some aid through the student work program. Under this plan, a limited number of students may earn are mailed prior to the opening of the school year, Miscellaneous Fees and and tuition charges for succeeding terms are billed in additional amounts by working part-time in student November and February. Statements showing other employment. Special Services If a student on aid is withdrawn during a term, the aid charges are mailed monthly and are due and payable upon awarded is prorated on the basis of room, board, and Per Year receipt. A service charge of 1% is made on the unpaid tuition charges for the period he was enrolled. Fee per one-third credit in addition to usual five credits balance each month. For applications and information, write the Director of per school year, $50 (billed in spring) No statements are sent to students. Modern languages laboratory fee, $12 Financial Aid. Subscription, The Christian Science Monitor, $40 (or current rate) Required in certain social studies courses. Payment of Accounts International Financial Aid Subscription(s), as required, to Wall Street Journal and Important! All checks written In payment of student other newspapers and magazines, current rate(s) Principia welcomes students from other countries and accounts should be on U.S. banks in U.S. dollars and made offers financial aid, based on demonstrated need, to qual­ Graduation fee, $20 payable to The Principia. Checks covering payments ified families. Depending on the need, aid may cover full Yearbook fee, $20 under the TPI deferred plan described below should'be tuition, and both room and board charges, as well as a Boys’ athletic fee, $22 made out to The Tuition Plan, Inc., and sent directly to sum toward personal expenses. Transportation and vaca­ Girls’ athletic fee, $18 that company. Pep Club fee (optional), including transportation to off- tion costs are not included. Details are available from the Director of Admissions. campus games, $6 Band uniform care fee, $10 Deferred Payment Plan (TP|) Per Term A plan is available which permits parents to pay Principia Student Employment Media fee: Film-Making, $15 costs on an installment basis; it is administered by The Students interested in student employment should know Media fee: Basic and Advanced Photography, $30 each Tuition Plan, Inc., Concord, New Hampshire 03301. TPI that only in a few cases can earnings be sufficient to Media fee: Darkroom Photography, $35 is a loan company and not part of The Principia. cover personal expenses and also be applied toward Media fee: Television courses, $5 each In using the plan, parents decide the portion of tuition payments. Media fee: use of 35 mm camera, $15 expenses they want covered and make arrangements— Jobs available include those in the student supply store Use of piano or organ, $10 and payments—directly with and to TPI; they are and food service, maintenance, and athletic departments. Use of other school instrument, $15 responsible to Principia for any charges not covered in Earnings depend on work schedules and hours available. Typing lab fee, $6 the contract. They are paid in cash. Students may continue with their Laundry equipment use fee (boarders only), $9 TPI application forms, describing the plan, are available jobs as long as they give satisfactory service and maintain from Principia’s Admissions Office. Also available: a Others satisfactory grades. booklet entitled “ How to Finance an Education at Details are available from the Director of Admissions. Attendance, Christian Science nurse, including use of Principia Upper School.” special apartment (per overnight stay), $4 Address inquiries to appropriate offices, as noted above, Tray service to room 50< in care of: The Principia, 13201 Clayton Road, St. Louis, Chaperonage, minimum wage rate per hour MO 63131. Transportation charges based on mileage Principia Payment Plan Day student fee, overnight in dorm, per night, $6 Principia offers a short-term plan under which parents Tutoring, per half hour, $8 may pay a year’s fixed charges in 10 monthly payments. 3 or more in group, $5 A service charge of 1% is made on an account’s unpaid balance each month. To apply, contact the Controller’s Office; users of this plan re-apply each year.

7 Trustees, Faculty and Staff

Board of Trustees Administration William M. Fabian: Librarian (1977) Home Department B.A., Principia College; M.L.S., University of Elizabeth Glass Barlow Arthur F. Schultz, Jr.: President (1954) Girls’ Housemoms Bronxville, New York B.A., Principia College; M.A., Washington Illinois Mary I. Fisher: English (1969) Hilary Hamilton Hunt (1969) Eric Bole University B.A., Principia College William H. Truitt: Headmaster (1958) B.A., University of California at Boston, Massachusetts Berkeley Mysie Surguine Fenton (1978) James Julian Coleman B.A., Principia College; M.A., Southern Florida State University Illinois University John H. Gausch, Jr.: Chairman, New Orleans, Louisiana Foreign Languages Department; French; Linda Audier (1980) Jennifer Bunting Dyck Charles N. Brown: Assistant Headmaster (1962) Elgin Community College B.A., McKendree College; M.Ed., German; Spanish (1958) Hutchinson, Kansas B.A., M.A., Washington University; Joan T. Kohler (1981) University of Illinois B.A., Principia College; Simmons College Douglas Wesson Hawes Willy K. Simon, Jr.: Dean of Students (1961) Université Laval, Québec New York, New York Bonnie Gibbs: Director, School of Nations Boys’ Housepops and Coaches University of Illinois; Washington University Steven D. Greene, Assistant to Museum (1978) Henry Holt, Jr. Pat George Kimbrough III: Dean of Boys (1981) Dean of Students; Housepop (1971) Chairman B.A., Principia College B.A., Principia College; M.A., Washington B.A., Princeton University University St. Louis, Missouri Audrey Wilck: Dean of Girls (1980) Howard Bay (1978) Kathleen Herrmann: Art (1968) James Elliott Kussmann B.M.Ed., Florida State University B.A., Principia College Vice-Chairman Brooks Benjamin: Director of Admissions (1973) B.S., Lindenwood College Duane Thomas (1979) Darien, Connecticut B.A., Principia College; M.L.S., University of Richard L. Herrmann: Director, B.A., Principia College Dorlnda Burnett LeClalr Arizona Boys’ Athletics (1964) David Greiner (1980) Boston, Massachusetts Bonnie M. Butler: Director of Academic B.S., State University of New York at B.A., Principia College Elizabeth Bice Luerssen Guidance (1963) Brockport; M.A., Columbia University David Kerr (1980) South Laguna, California B.A., Ohio Wesleyan University; M.Ed., Bonnie L. Hilton: French (1966) B.A., M.A., Colorado State University University of Missouri A. B., Longwood College; M.A., Columbia Social Programs Shirley Wallace Miller Margaret LeTourneau: Registrar (1978) University; Université de Paris, Miami, Florida Sidney J. Wilck: Director (1977) Principia College; B.A., University of California la Sorbonne, France B.A., Florida State University; M.A., Charles Stewart Harding Mott at Berkeley Ruth Huff: Business Education (1961) Columbia University; M.A., Syracuse Flint, Michigan Business B. S., Southwest Missouri State College; M.A., University Thomas S. Price Leonard Christensen: Chief Business Officer University of Iowa Belvedere, California (1977) Mary M. Kessler: Chairman, Fine and Eugene B. Skarie B.S., Northwestern University Practical Arts Departments: Humanity Program Special Care Baltimore, Maryland Dorothy Bignall: Purchasing Agent (1977) (1953) Lydia J. Suckow (1966) Charles A. “Tuck” Spaulding III University of Neuchatel, Switzerland; B.A., Principia College; Graduate, Christian Science Nurses Training, Shawnee Mission, Kansas Washington University M.A., San Jose State College Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts; B.G.S., Merrily H. Kimbrough: Drama (1975) Waldo Ewing Stewart Fred Dyer, Jr.: Director of Physical Plant (1980) University of Missouri at St. Louis Dallas, Texas B.S., Purdue University B.A., Principia College; M.A.T., Middle Carol Worley (1976) George F. Rowe: Personnel Administrator Tennessee State University Graduate, Christian Science Nurses Training, Richard Barclay Tullis (1978) Bonnie B. Korp: Mathematics (1980) Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts Vero Beach, Florida B.A., San Francisco State College B.A., M.A., University of South Florida Eleanor Cornthwaite (1981) Charlanne Godfrey Wachtel R. Malcolm Tyler: Controller (1969) Judith E. Kreitzer: Mathematics (1974) B.A., Principia College Laguna Beach, California B.B.A., University of Texas B.S., Manchester College; M.A., Ohio State Graduate, Christian Science Nurses Training Trustees Emeriti Antoinette Warren: Employment Coordinator University; M.A.Ed., Washington University Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts Roy Lee Aitken (1978) Eloise Lee Leiterman: Social Studies; Date following name and title indicates Fort Lauderdale, Florida American River Junior College, Sacramento, School of Nations (1967) first year of service on Principia staff. California B.A., Principia College; M.A., The American Nezzell Christie Dennis Houston, Texas University; Université de Paris, la Sorbonne, France Mary Elizabeth Curtis Freeman Margaret G. Lippert: Spanish (1970) Miami, Florida Faculty in 1982-83 B.A., Principia College Brooks Gifford Geraldine Albins: Girls’ Athletics (1980) Howard Marston: Chairman, La Jolla, California M.A., Texas Women’s University Mathematics Department (1955) Frederic Evan Morgan T. Jerry Barnes: Music (1975) B.A., Wesleyan University; Sarasota, Florida B.A., New Mexico State University; M.A., Columbia University; Margaret Mason Peabody M.M., University of Northern Colorado M.S., University of Illinois Tequesta, Florida; Clark Beim-Esche: English (1978) William H. Marston: Mathematics (1981) Woodstock, Vermont B.A., M.A., Northwestern University B.A., Principia College Betty Hailing Belau: French (1969) Jesse M. Matlack, Jr.: Chairman, English Officers, The Principia B.A., Principia College Department (1972) Corporation Gary S. Brayshaw: English (1977) B.A., Denison University; A.M., University B.S., Cornell University; M.A., Oregon State of Pennsylvania Henry Holt, Jr. University; M.A., Middlebury College Chairman *Jean B. McKean: Business Education (1970) Mary S. Browne: Home Arts (1966) B.S., Oklahoma City University James E. Kussmann B.S., Wisconsin State University Nancy Mercuri: Study Hall Proctor (1981) Vice-Chairman at Platteville Janet R. Miller: Chemistry (1974) C. Richard KJellstrom Sharon Lee Carper: Reading Specialist (1977) B.A., Principia College Treasurer B.A., Principia College; M.Ed., University of Brian Morse: Social Studies (1961) Edna O. Hall Missouri at St. Louis B.A., Principia College; M.Ed., University of Sandra O. Charles: Girls’ Athletics; Fine Arts Secretary; Assistant Treasurer Missouri, St. Louis (1959) Everett L. Bay Dorothy M. Mulford: Spanish (1979) B.A., Principia College B.A., University of Oregon Assistant Secretary Gary Crandell: Assistant Director, Theodore A. Munnecke, Jr.: Chairman, Science Robert B. Larsen Boys’ Athletics (1973) Department; Biology (1960) Assistant Secretary B.A., Principia College; M.Ed., B.A., Principia College; Bertram T. Clark Northeastern University M.A., New York University T reasurer Emeritus James A. Day: Chairman, Social Studies Robert M. Neil: Physics (1958) Department (1963) B.S., Principia College; Development B.A., Princeton University; M.A., M.Ed., Washington University Financial Development New York University Julianne Oakes: Director, Girls’ Athletics (1958) Robert B. Larsen, Director Jeffrey DePew: Biology (1979) B.A., Principia College; M.S., Field Development B.S., University of Missouri University of California at Los Angeles Everett L. Bay, Director Philip L. Edwards: English (1941) Dona L. Rusk: Media Director (1972) • The Principia Patrons’ B.A., Principia College; B.A., University of Northern Colorado; M.A.T., Association A. M., Harvard University Webster College Joanie M. Benjamin Jack L. Eyerly: Music; Humanity Program Janet W. Saxe: Girls’ Athletics (1981) • Enrollment (1945) B.A., Principia College Williams S. Meacham B. S., Illinois Wesleyan University; David Sellers: Freshman/Sophomore • The Principia Alumni M.S., University of Illinois; Academic Counselor (1962) Association Juilliard School of Music A.B., Baldwin-Wallace College; M.A., Robert C. Satterwhite Western Reserve University Publications 'Leave of absence 1982-83 H. Straight Hamlin Director Pam S. Webster Editor Shannon Roe Editorial Assistant

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Sources of Student Aid Grants Brella Boston Kimble Fund. 1982-1983 Calendar in addition to annual gifts, income from the following Nola Ruth Kincaid Fund. student aid funds provides money to assist students James B. Lackey, Jr. Fund. Principia Upper School who need financial help to attend Principia. Raymond E. Lange Fund. Jean Arden Fund. Elmer E. Leard Fund. August 22 A football camp opens Jacob Aron Fund. Lela Culver Lee Fund. 29 B & C football, water polo, Virginia Bishop Fund. F. Earl Long Fund. soccer camps open Lydia Wellpott Boellner Fund. Loveland Family Fun^. 30 band camp opens Verna Schroder Boone Fund. Alice Lowell Fund. 31 volleyball, field hockey, tennis Walter S. Bourlier Fund. McBride Fund. camps open Mr. and Mrs. Russell P. Brewer Fund. Helen Lapish McGee Fund. September 6 student leaders arrive Edith Kathryn Bridges Fund. Elizabeth McIntyre Fund. 7 new and returning students arrive; Canadian Principia Student Aid Trust Fund. Richard I. Mertz Fund. registration Leora M. Carlton Fund. Esther Sudholt Meyers Fund. 8 opening assembly; fall term begins Emilie James Child Fund. Lyle M. and Charles E. Moore Fund. 11 school day Clevenger-Foote-Fullerton Fund. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur T. Morey Fund. October 15 interim grade period ends Mona L. Cole Fund. David H. Morey Educational Aid Plan. 22-24 parents’ weekend Sara Jane Conwill Fund. Veronica Wireback Morey Fund. November 19 fall term ends Mary B. D’Arcy Association Fund. Mary Kimball Morgan Association Fund. 22 winter term begins Tom Dutton Fund. “ Mother Mac” Fund, in memory of Mrs. Maude McIntyre. 25 Thanksgiving Auguste Marie Dyck Fund. Myrtle Grove Christian Science Society Fund. 26 school day Martha Brown Edmondson Fund. Edith L. Newcomb Fund. December 16 winter vacation begins at 12 noon Roy K. Ferguson Fund. Lieut. David G. Nickerson Fund. January 5 classes resume Mary Jane Fields Fund. Tony Phipps Fund. 8 school day August and Frances Fischer Fund. Margaret Ponier Fund. February 12 special test day—NEDT’s for all Vain and Harry Fish Fund. Mina Merrill Prindle Fund. freshmen and sophomores George R. and Katherine K. Fluehr Fund. William Martin Prindle Fund. March 4 winter term ends Naomi Foster Fund. Puget Sound Fund. 7 spring term begins General Endowed Fund. William Pitt Riley Fund. 17 spring vacation begins at 12 noon Blanche and Louis Goetz Fund. Roblee Fund. 29 classes resume Ruth Goldstine Fund. Sarah and Ferdinand Fund. May 23-27 final exams, seniors Mr. and Mrs. John W. Grace Fund. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Schell Fund. 27 graduation rehearsal; senior supper; Karin Elisabeth Graham Fund. Harry H. and Carrie L. Selmeier Fund. campus sing Adelaide Grassman Fund. Hugh Semple Fund. 28 graduation Abram C. Gross Fund. Louise K. and Lynn H. Smith Fund. June 1-3 final exams, underclassmen Helena Gunnison Fund. Thelma Smith Fund. 3 spring term ends Pearl S. and Alfred L. Hammell Fund. Edith Sparrenberger Fund. William J. and Myrtle N. Hawley Fund. Ruby S. Stahl Fund. Suzanne Heath Hedberg Fund. Raydong Sun Fund. Gustave A. L. Heimann Fund. Sunnyside Fund. Winona N. Heimann Fund. Swan Fund. Ida Helvering Fund. Matthew and Norma Boehm Voney Fund. Further Information? Anne K. Hilliard Fund. John S. Watson Fund. for anything more — Upper School is Ruth Holder Fund. C. A. Webster Fund. information or the high-school unit Hosler-Kenmuir Fund. Howard and Emmy-Lou Wentz Fund. application— of The Principia, Howard Funds. Eleanor L. White Fund. write: a school and college Mr. and Mrs. Clarence H. Howard Fund. Cornelius Ayer Wood Fund. Director of Admissions for Christian Blanche N. Janes Fund. Muriel Prindle Wood Fund. The Principia Scientists. Julia Michael Johnston Fund. Luta Woodbury Fund. 13201 Clayton Road Margaret Hawkins Jones Fund. Mr. and Mrs. Denver M. Wright Fund. St. Louis, Mo. 63131— Mabel Keith Fund. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Lee Wyatt Fund. 314 / 434-2100 9