Casa Grande Union High School - Cougar Yearbook (Casa Grande, AZ)

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Mr. L. Fred Thomas Mr. Robert Armstrong Thomas-Armstrong Teach Higher Math Geometry deals with geometrical properties of shape and quantity and develops logical thinking. The mechanics of reasoning and formal proof are basic ingredients of the course. Mr. Thomas' geometry class. Trigonometry, taught by Mr. Armstrong, is a one semester course which is highly recommended for students planning to continue studies in science or mathematics in college. 27 Mr. Armstrong's advanced algebra.

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Miss Kate H. Burgett Mr. Warren E. Richeson General Math and Algebra Are Basic Mr. Richeson helps Jane Keith with algebra. Algebra and the algebraic processes make up the fundamental mechanical structure of mathematics. Complete mastery of these basic techniques is an absolute essential for any serious student of science or mathematics. The courses offered by our Math Department range from general math to the complicated trigonometry. With the department this year is Mr. Richeson, who teaches both Algebra and general math. Students are required to take at least one year of math to graduate. General math is essential to students not plan- ning on attending college. 26 Miss Burgett takes grades in her algebra I class.

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Lish-Hardaway Lead Art and Drama With Mr. Lish's guidance and knowledge of his field, the students of his art classes have won many outstanding awards this school year. Art is the per- sonal expression of one's feelings, thoughts, or ideas. While many of the students will not go on to an art career, they will be richer for their experience. The Speech and Drama Departments were headed once gain by Mr. David Hardaway. Under his superb guidance, numerous oratorical contests have been won and the plays casts throughout the year were exceptional. Speech greatly influences the students in dis- cussions, debates, oral reading, and various forms of communication. It builds the speak- er's confidence and helps the student gain poise. Drama introduces the student to the history of the theater, various types of drama, and basic principles in physical aspects of this art. 28