Petersburg High School - Missile Yearbook (Petersburg, VA)

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Robert Kilbourne Miss E. M oyer Donald Nelson Eighth grade Geometry Eighth grade New math books present modern concepts to students eager for knowledge. Rhonda Cimburke utilizes those last few minutes to do her geometry homework. Mrs. J. Pope Eighth grade Mrs. O. Ridley Algebra Robert Tyler Mrs. D. Young General Math Algebra 23

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New Math Textbooks Present Modern Concepts Congruent angles, congruent segments, and functions are now emphasized point- ing out the new, modern approach taught in all of the textbooks which have been recently purchased by the math depart- ment. Showing the latest techniques of mathematical experiences and employing some of the recommendations made by the College Entrance Examination Board, these tests aid PHS students in keeping pace with other students in the country. Because new concepts were introduced in the math program, teachers as well as stu- dents experienced difficulties in the transi- tion from the traditional to the modern. Under the capable direction of Mr. Burton F. Alexander, the math depart- ment continues to teach the fundamentals of mathematics not only to students plan- ning to attend college but also to those seeking to understand practical math and its usage through everyday application. Burton Alexander Trigonometry John Gore Math Miss H. Gwaltney Algebra John Gore smiles knowingly as Burton Alexander discusses a recent trig test. Students Elkanah Johnson and Carol Amabile look on as Miss Pope reviews a math problem. Always ready to help, Miss Moyer aids Thomas Akines with a difficult geometry proof. 22

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Through Science Students Explore New Realms Students can be found en-gaged in many unique activities in the science depart- ment. One of the first individual adven- tures takes place in biology when one peers into the world of the protozoa and investigates cross sections of various plant and animal tissue. Independent investiga- tion and experimentation in the chemistry and physics labs lead students to attain a full understanding of the world around them. Demanding of students both ability and maturity, a fascinating science cur- riculum introduces a student to the ulti- mate values of science. Also giving a touch of interest to the science department was the introduction of new textbooks which are better organ- ized and easier to comprehend. Miss Kay Ownby sports a disapproving scowl as she again catches a culprit in action. Jerome Batts Moses Cain Mrs. M. DuPriest Freshman Biology Chemistry A biology student finds that experiments with the microscope can be both interesting and educational. 24