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

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 MATHEMATICS Mathematics is a subject which en- ables a student to understand basic methods of solving problems. However, it also develops logical thinking by the process of problem solving. The purpose of the mathematics department at Edsel Ford High School is to provide training in both of these areas. The four semesters of algebra, three semesters of geometry, and one semester of trigonometry offered by the Edsel Ford Mathematics Department are se- quential in nature. Usually, a student takes two semesters of algebra in the ninth grade. In the tenth grade, he takes two semesters of plane geometry. Alge- bra 3 and solid geometry are taught in the eleventh grade; algebra 4 and trigo- nometry, in tbe twelfth grade. Edsel Ford's instructors in mathematics arc Mr. Joseph Diroff. Mrs. Patricia Major, and Mr. Russell Peterson in the front row. In the second row are Mr. Orlando Byers and Mr. Graham Porter. Mr. Diroff explains a geometrical construction to Jim Vanderstek. Hard working students in a math studs hall are observed by Mrs. Patricia Major. In the front row are Joe Fetes)a. OaJe Watts, and Ken Sarkozy 19

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Teachers in the Industrial Education Department are Mr. Dean Kuvs. ll, Mr. James Hath- away Mr. Leonard Stolfo, and Mr. Robert Nicholas, in the front row. In the l ack row are Mr. James Scott, Mr. Paul Crigg, and Mr. Joseph Knapp. Absent is Mr. Vaskin Badalow. INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION The Industrial Education De- partment of Edsel Ford offers stu- dents practical courses that will benefit them after high school. These elective courses strive to guide those students who plan an industrial vocation. There are six fields of industrial education at Edsel Ford. They in- clude drafting, electricity, metal shop, auto shop, printing, and woodwork. As a student progresses in sequence in the area he has chosen, he gains a fuller under- standing of the demands of that field. In all areas the students may become more familiar with the common tools, procedures, and skills required in their vocational or avocational plans.

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Judy McGuire and Fran Puggini entertain two young visitors in their class in child care. Learning the skills of sewing are Karen Washington, Karen Kuligow- ski, Gail Nizdil, and Barbara Black. HOMEMAKING Cooking, sewing, and taking care of small children are inseparable activities in one’s home and family life. Prac- tical experience, thorough understanding, and basic skills in each are the main objectives of Edsel Ford's Home- making Department. As a result, many students have found home economics courses invaluable. Family Foods offers the student an understanding of the nutritional needs of a family and also an introduction to-' some food programs operating outside the home. On the other hand. Family Clothing deals with an understanding of physical appearance and dress. Students in the Child Care classes are allowed to work with infants and, thus, obtain worthwhile experience in addition to information concerning the proper care of children. Any or all of these courses may prove beneficial to the future homemaker. The library offers opportunities for students to do recreational read- 20