Algonac High School - Algonquin Yearbook (Algonac, MI)

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Sixth hour provides expanded op portunities Enthusiastic’ describes the faculty and administrations’ reaction to all the changes this year. After four years of having to choose between a language class or band, or staying after school for the optional sixth hour, everyone returned to a six hour day. “I’ve always taken a sixth hour anyway, so they might as well make it official,” said senior Marty Davis. Economics teacher, Mr. Basinski commented that the number of students per class is down, allowing teachers to give more individual attention. He also added “more students display some kind of interest in excelling.” Some of the positive changes expressed by Late October sun provides a backdrop for LeAnn Harden to record results from the Chemistry experiment. A bushel of apples quickly becomes material for apple pie as Monica Stahl and Thongla Lin peel and slice. Mr. Ford in regard to the millage were: a much larger variety of classes and challenging academic courses that will prepare students for the future. Some of the future goals for the school are to continue to rebuild the curriculum, some new classes, especially those for the gifted and or talented students. Mr. Gilbreath commented that everyone felt better, the teachers have community backing, new courses are available and college bound students know they will have a good education behind them. English teacher, Mr. Holmes felt that the changes will improve education. “Students seem to think they will have a better chance at after school goals, and be more prepared.” Mrs. Wylie teaches a new class: ’Computer Use and Software’. She thought the classes had great attitudes, were motivated, aware and “interested in becoming computer literate.” Mr. Shafer, who returned to Algonac after a four year absence, commented that he likes the students and that the school is in better shape now. ■in Trancscribing accurately is an important part of developing shorthand skills. Stephanie Muir writes the day’s lesson. 8 - Academic Outlooks

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Homecoming: 10 With a variety of activities through the week, students changed daily appearance to meet themes. Nerd day was very popular as Tom Morrow- displays his studious nature. Band: 24 Practice, practice and more practice make the Marching Band the “Pride of the Blue Water Area as the band marches at the September 27 pre-game show. Homecoming: 14 Pie eating is often a student favorite. Eric Edgecomb again eats his way to victory, while Tracey LaParl watches to see who finishes first. Newspaper: 34 Deadlines provide publication nightmares. Cheryl Scott races the clock after school to get the Homecoming issue to the printers. Student Life Division - 7

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I The courtyard surrounding the an room provides a natural setting for sketching outdoor scenes. September 26 finds Michelle Allor finishing her project. Denise Tallman and Michelle Vaden prepare to weigh the contents in a test tube to complete the Law of Conservation of Mass experiment. Welding takes concentration and a steady hand as Tom Tilly discovers. Academic Outlooks 9