Forest Avenue High School - Forester Yearbook (Dallas, TX)

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Nannie Andrews B. A. , - gf Emma Brown Loula Elder s.A., M.A. B.A., M.A. C. L. Ford Kate Hassell B.A. B.S. That doesn't look much like a polygon, Mr. Lyons. MATHEMATICS No pupil can graduate Without having taken at least one year of General Mathematics, and for those desir- ing to go to college, three years of mathematics-alge bra l, 2, 3, 4 and geometry l and 24are required. Although mathematics is an ancient subject, it is the basis for many modern occupations, such as engi- neering, accounting, architecture, and banking. In every modern invention mathematics takes an important part. Mathematics serves to create independent think- ing and accuracy in students, trains logical reasoning, and sets forth principles which can be used in everyday life. ln the mathematics department there are thirty-eight classes taught by nine teachers, Whose subjects range from general mathematics to the more complicated course of trigonometry. Other forms of mathematics available are algebra, plane and solid geometry, and advanced arithmetic. These courses deal with a variety of subjects. Trigo- nometry is the study of the functions of triangles, alge- bra is theoretical, geometry takes up the functions of planes and solids, and general mathematics is a simpli- fied combination of all of these. Lavinia Rawlins L, E. Rosser Alva P. Shepard F- E' LYON a.A., MA.. B.A. 5.5. B' S' Latin History

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Let's have no talking in the library, please. LIBRARY ln the library our themes come to life, reference reports are written, and entertaining books are read. An excellent array of fiction, biographies, plays, poetry, and reference books compose the well-planned equip'- ment of the library. Also to be found in the library is a large selection of magazines. This enables students to keep up with world events and to read current litera- ture by well-known writers. Miss Donahue, the Forest librarian, is very popular among the students because of her untiring efforts in always assisting them in any way possible. OFFICE The office is perhaps the busiest room in the building. The absentees are checked and rechecked with the assistance of office helpers. The office is the clearing house for the entire school. Here records are kept, at- tendance is checked, lockers are issued, seniors are counselled, and periods are giveneein fact, the office is the center of the business and activities being carried on throughout the school. Students are given the oppor- tunity to become familiar with office routine by being allowed to assist in the school office. STUDY HALL Almost every pupil looks forward to at least one study hall each dayg some want to use this time to catch up on lost sleep, but others want to take ad- vantage of this period to catch up on lessons. ln all seriousness, however, the study hall is all that could be desired in the way of quiet and peace, an ideal place in which to work so that one can have a full hour to concentrate on his assignments. l Ernnnaline Donahue Library Frances Field B. S. Secretary 2 Mary Frances Oyerbeck Attendance Clerk nnie Blurnenttia Study Halt Searcy Hardy I Study Hall Sarah Hyman Study Hall Ruth Wilson B. A. Study Hall

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l believe it's two tablespoons of flour. HOME ECONOMICS Students engaged in the study of home economics receive a valuable background which can be further developed in college or in the home. The students are given information and directions in detail on the two main divisions of the subject, which are foods and clothing. ln the foods department students learn the value of dietetics and the relationship of food to hygiene. Girls enrolled in the clothing department of this course are trained to make clothes suitable to their individual style and personality. Clothing also includes the study of fabrics, colors, and patterns. SCIENCE An elective course of Chemistry is offered to students who care to advance their knowledge of science. Every new study and experiment performed leads to the attainment of the goal of this coursefto make chemistry practical and practicable. The one year course of Biology offers a foundation for later biological research. lt is a study of plant and animal life which helps students in observation of this type. ln Physics, students gain an understanding of the science of common things. They are taught to try to understand the phenomena of our environment. All students are required to take one year of Chern- istry, Biology, or Physics. ln addition General Science is offered to freshmen and sophmores. General Science does not meet the science requirement, but is counted in the major and minor sequences. Frances Beilltarz Home Econorrfcs Willie May Berry B. S. Home Econon ics A1..0..,e.,, Mazen., sr., Pearle Matthews B. A., M. A. Home Economics Alice Harrington B. A., M. A. Horne Economics Mabel Whittington B. S. Home Economics . l Gray Moore J. B. White J. Alan Boulton Junia E. McAlister B. A. 5. S., M. A. B. s., s.A., M. A. B. S., M. s. Science Solen? Science Science fx ' ali M