Coeburn High School - Reflector Yearbook (Coeburn, VA)

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Amy Mutter looked fright- By the look on Christie ened, but she shouldn’t have Boone's face, she was defi- been. It was only a short ride. nitely CONVINCED. pit iy} i ALES wy ear naga ax 4 aT igs gi WS iy He avit Ha ii (eaten Coach Kelly helped Brian Williams buckle up before he rode the Convincer. Wesley Greear couldn’t believe that driving could be more dangerous than football practice. Academics 7

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Hands-on Education Practical courses such as drivers’ ed- ucation and home economics offer students experiences that, for most, are more meaningful than academic subjects. Knowing the innovations that Henry Ford made to car man- ufacturing does not provide the “impact” of a simulated accident. Every student looks forward to driving with either Coach Kelly or Mr. Rich- Sonia Minton and Laura McClellan learned the im- portance of care- ful measurement. Chris Johnson and Billy Hamm carefully studied the recipe they prepared. 6 Academics ardson, each of whom could prob- ably could tell some horror stories! Students usually feel as much at home in the kitchen as they do ina car. Home Ec courses have immedi- ate rewards. Students often learn to appreciate the skills and knowledge required to prepare and serve meals. Most, however, never appreciate knowing how to clean up! Phillip Short’s more sensitive side sur- faced during the practical skill learned In Home Ec class. Melissa Buchanan and Kristin Moore enjoyed the result of their labors.

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Macintosh lab brings out the ‘‘write”’ stuff When the Seniors of C.H.S. recelved their schedules for the 1988-89 school year, many wondered why English 42 wasn’t In room 4106 anymore. When the school doors opened In the fall, students were greeted by a sign above room 106 that read ‘BIG MAC AT- TACK’’. When they peeked In, there wasn’t a fast food restaurant Inside, but low and be- hold, a room filled with Macintosh printers, keyboards, and computers. The room was designed as a writing lab to be used by English students and teacher. Ba- sically, only Sophomores, Juniors, and Seni- ors used the writing lab because they were familiar with the keyboard, but some Fresh- man used it as well. Dr. Greear said the pur- pose of the writing lab was “to help make better writers and to help speed up writing and revision. It’s also an excellent tool for teachers.” The Installation took place at the end of July Travis Perry and Josh Pennington seemed to be concentrating on something interesting. Students experienced a new type of learning with the Mac- intosh computers. 8 Academics and lasted two full work days. Approximately $45,000, appropriated by the Wise County School Board, was spent on everything from the chalrs the students sat on, to the tables the computers sat on, to the computers. Room 106 was chosen for the writing lab mainly because of Its size; it was close to the main office and easily hooked up to the se- curity system. Initially, room 4100 was being considered, but there was much concern with Its size and the security. Among students, opinions about the Mac room varied. Jack Brummit seemed to enjoy it because ‘It helps students learn about com- puters and this Is important because com- puters are our future.”” While Roberta Salyers thought, “It’s too crowded In the room and students should be able to use It anytime, like during study hall, not just when a teacher Is in there.” Mrs. Hill seemed pleased with what appeared on the monitor. While working at the Macintosh computer Jonathan Dowell was dis- tracted.