UNLESS TEACHERS OF CLASSICAL LANGUAGES ARE WILLING OR ABLE TO TEACH READING, AS DISTINCT FROM DECIPHERING AND TRANSLATING, CLASSICAL LANGUAGES IN HIGH SCHOOLS ARE DOOMED. TWO OTHER PROPOSALS THE PROFESSION SHOULD ACT UPON ARE THAT THE REASONABLE MINIMUM FOR THE HIGH SCHOOL STUDY OF GREEK AND/OR LATIN SHOULD BE 4 YEARS AND THAT EXPERIMENTATION…

Discussion supporting Latin study for those capable of learning the language focuses on its intrinsic interest, eminent practicality, and forward-looking curricular reforms. An approach to the study of English through Latin is commended in the article. (RL)

An allegorical scenario in which five witnesses (English Language, Christian Religion, Science, Music, and Modern Society) dramatize the charge of irrelevance which Modern Society makes against Latin Language. After hearing the charges of the prosecution and the defense state its case, a verdict which recognizes the impact of the legacy of Rome is…

Part one of a continuing series. Suggests that teachers could encourage further study of Latin if they were willing to be flexible in arranging class schedules. (DS)

A version of this paper was presented at the Fall Meeting of the Classical Association of the Atlantic States (CAAS), October 31, 1969, Syracuse, New York. (DS)

Traces development of the Junior Classical League (JCL) and Latin enrollments in secondary schools. (DS)

This pamphlet, intended to clarify the nature of Latin and its practical value, provides the prospective student with information on which to determine whether to undertake the study. A quiz in English utilizes Latin loanwords and demonstrates the direct effect of Latin on English vocabulary. (RL)

The use of the chalkboard is suggested in this article to give concrete answers to the question of why one should study Latin. Six groups of sentences each illustrate a different principle of how Latin is related to other fields of study. (RL)

This one-act playlet illustrates the profound impact Latin has on English. A dispute over the significance of Latin involves nine characters, each of whom contribute an etymological analysis of a Latin-derived English word which is considered a spelling problem or is a specialized word used in other subject areas. (RL)

Reports on a survey conducted in Maryland public and parochial schools by CAAS (Classical Association of the Atlantic States) to determine the status of Latin and Greek teaching. (DS)