Woodbridge High School - Valhalla Yearbook (Woodbridge, VA)

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You’ll see this stuff again.” Mrs. Shipplett warns her students that the notes she is giving them are very important and will probably be on the exam. Students often do not know what information will be on a test and what won’t, so they find it helpful to take notes on everything. More?) Are you kidding?!? ... Senior Eddie Lewis is exasperated by the seemingly endless amount of notes he has to take in his government class. Most seniors will be able to vote by the time school is out and it is important to understand how the government works. Pay attention! ... Dr. Gormley demands that his students pay attention to what he is saying. Most teachers find it distracting for students to whisper and giggle in class, so they insist on complete cooperation from all students. Let me explain ... Senior David Henderson tries to answer a question a fellow student has about the in¬ formation he presented in class. In history classes, many teachers require that students give oral presentations. These oral presentations give students the chance to actually “teach.” Social Studies 25

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Everyday Experience and Knowledge “Social Studies is an important class because we are taught the mistakes that countries, presidents, and rulers have made, and how we have gotten to where we are today,’’ commented junior Mary Slater. “It is important to understand the mistakes and advances of the past, in order to help in the present and future.’’ Both students and teachers are active in Social Studies. The teachers lecture, demonstrate, and show films to aid in teaching. Students also participate by giving oral presentations, and by testing fellow students on those presentations. “It is important in the development of the students to be involved in the actual teaching,” remarked department Chairperson Mrs. Mary Miles. “The students can learn more by under¬ standing what it is like to teach.’’ There is a variety of Social Studies classes from which to choose. Most freshmen take World Studies I. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors are eligible for World Studies II. Juniors are required to take American Studies I and Seniors are required to take Government. Sociology is open to seniors only. “Sociology is really helpful in relating to people,’’ remarked Kristen Ringberg. “It is also very much fun! Social Studies is an important part of the curriculum. It can also be an exciting and fun class. Any questions? ... Denise Weeks, a senior, tries to explain how the government works to her fellow students. Most students find that visual aides such as posters help in the overall effect of their presen¬ tation, and in the further understanding of the material. I have to finish this! ... Senior Barry Hobbs tries hurriedly to complete his assignment before the bell rings. Students often try to finish a homework assignment during class to ensure that they will have no books to take home. This is not so bad ... Brett Snyder is pleasantly surprised by the seemed easiness of his history test. Students often prepare for the worst when studying for tests, only to find out that the test was not as bad as they though it would be. And because of this ... Government teacher Mr. Compel explains in detail to his class how the government works and why it works the way it does. Seniors in government classes find that it is in¬ teresting to relate what they learn in class to what is happening in the news. 24 Academics

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Future Scientists Students took science courses for a number of reasons. Some were preparing for a career in a scientific field to be preceded by college and or graduate school. Others were becoming knowledgeable of the material for profes¬ sions or for living in modern society. Still others were taking the courses to fulfill graduation requirements. Whatever the objectives might have been, the science department had a class for everyone. The science curriculum included biology, Let’s see — the light phase then the ... Shawn Buige intensely studies the black board in advanced biology class. This class is limited to juniors and seniors only and requires vast amounts of time for study and memorization. earth science, physics, chemistry, con¬ sumer chemistry, advanced biology, and advanced chemistry. For those who wanted to extend their interest in science to incude more than the regular school curriculum, there was the science and ecology club which was sponsored by Mr. Johnston and Mr. Latalladi. Calvin Brantley, the club’s president, explained, “The club’s pur¬ pose was to further expand members’ knowledge and interest in the field of science and involvement in science- related activities. Basically, we planned projects around what the members felt was important. If someone had a special interest in aeronautics, we made plans to explore it.’’ The Science and Ecology Club. Standing: Mr. Montagna, Ted Petty, Mr. Hector Latallac Mark Johnston (Sponsor), Carlyle Smith, Ken (Sponsor). Sitting: Laurie Santiago and Calvii Kopka, John Caramanica, Greg Ekberg, Mike Brantley. 26 Academics