Edsel Ford High School - Flight Yearbook (Dearborn, MI)

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Gives Background For Future References Science courses at Edsel Ford High School are built around three general objectives: the first being to give stddcnts an understanding of the fundamental concepts which are essential in interpreting the world we live in; the second, to give students an understanding of the methods of science and how these are applied to the solution of problems; while the third is to give students an understanding of the impact of science and techno- logy on man's way of living and thinking. Therefore, science is required for three semesters to enable the student to grow and obtain knowledge in achieving these three general objectives. After the completion of three semesters of required science, basic biology, chemistry and physics, students with the ability and interest may elect more advanced classes in biology, chemistry and physics. Horticulture, photography and astronomy-geology are made avail- able as electives. With this type of science arrangement, three semesters of required science and three or more electives, students not only build a foundation for a better understanding of their environment, but may also receive a major or minor sequence for college admis- sion in science. Mr. Lee Bartlett. Mr. Mark Boersma, Mr. Ernest Burkman, Mr. Ralph Cornell and Mr. Allen Dawson make up a part of the science department. Mr. Stuart Gingrich, department chairman, Mr. Roger Iddings, Mr. Arthur Konarske, Mr. Stanley Smith and Mrs. Lillian Poplawski make up the staff of the science department at Edsel Ford High School. Mr. Mark Boersma’s chemistry class carry on an experiment in the first semester of chemistry. Mr. Roger Iddings. Mrs. Lillian Poplawski, Mr. Arthur Konarske. Mr. Allen Dawson, Mr. Stanley Smith. Mr. Stuart Gingrich and Mr. Mainn Erickson, seated, and Mr. Mark Boersma, Mr. Lee Bartlett and Mr. Ernest Burkman, standing, meet to discuss the science curriculum at Edsel Eord.

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Science Alerts Students Mr. Arthur Konarske discusses how to measure energy with his physics II clavs. Mr. Stuart Gingrich helps students with an experiment in one of his chemistry II class. Mr. Mark Boersma's chemistry class carry on an experiment in the first semester of chemistry. Mr. Stanley Smith conducts a discussion in his horticulture class.

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Social Studies Courses Give Understanding Social studies classes at Edsel Ford attempt to help students understand the American way of life. These courses prepare the student for an active role in our society as a citizen. Within this department students learn that the values which they possess are part of the society and culture in which they live. Cultures which are different from our own in terms of values are also studied to bring about a better understanding of our own values. At Edsel Ford there are seven courses offered in the social studies division. The first five courses are re- quired of the students. After completing this necessary sequence of courses, two electives are offered to 12A's. These electives are Cultural Geography and World Cultures. In all seven social studies courses, great em- phasis is placed on values which motivate life and upon the interrelationships existing among institutions and events. Mr. Thomas Barrett, Mr. Byron Brown, Mr. Pat Daly, Miss Doris Doolittle, Mr. David Frye and Mr. Ray Howe make up part of the social studies depart- ment. Miss Grace Kachaturoff, Mr. James Lehman. Mr. William Levantrosser, Mrs. Shirley Tolan, Mr. Richard Seavitt, department chairman, and Mr. Norman Tomas- sini are also part of the social studies area. Mr. Burl von Allman and Mr. Matthew Zipple complete the de- partment. Mr. Matthew Zipple and Mr. William Levantrosser discuss the social studies curriculum of Edsel Ford. Seated. Mr. Richard Seavitt. Miss Grace Kachaturoff. Miss Doris Doolittle. Mrs. Shirley Tolan. Mr. Thomas Barrett, and standing. Mr. Byran Brown. Mr. Ray Howe. Mr. Matthew Zipple. Mr. Norman Tomassini. Mr. William Levantrosser and Mr. David Frye conduct a meeting of the social studies department staff. 26