Big Horn High School - Big Horn Yearbook (Big Horn, WY)

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Mr. Newton is caught eating again at the Student Council breakfast. Ron Romeo helps out the Algebra I students as an assistant to Mr. Newton. The New Math Mathematics is an exciting and challenging course to take. Here at Big Horn High School, the curriculum offers a variety of options such as Algebra I II, Basic Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, General Math and Applied Math. Quadratic functions, poly- nomial equations, geometric shapes are all a part of prepar- ing us for our future adventure out in the world. Gina Dewey tells how it is done. A teacher’s work is never done. 15

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Students catch up on lost sleep in Mr. Well’s Trig class. Mr. Wells looks on as Larry Prill demonstrates the new computer to Ms. Sherry Lithander. New Computer Verses College bound students are requested to take 4 years of math even though only 2 years are required. The math system at Big Horn consists of 5 options. Based upon previous math work, students are recommended to the best option for them. Special significance was placed on the mastery of skills and concepts, study habits, future vocational interest and emo- tional maturity in dictating readings for the rigors of succeeding classes. The Orleans-Hanna Prognosis Test Supplement was used for recommendation into the basic options. Ron Romeo Bill Merrill practice on the computer. Mr. Wells keeps the spirit during Homecoming. 14

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History Shapes - A tiny Mr. Berry. Mr. Berry did many things with his classes this year. His American Problems class performed many commercials. They held a mock trial with a white member of the Klu Klux Klan, a black man, and a white woman. They also simulated a draft. Sounds like a fun year, huh? Suzie, Larry, and Mr. Berry take time to discuss current issues in “Time.” One of Mr. Berry’s extracurricular activities stealing chairs? Becky P., Mr. Berry, and Elizabeth debate in the mock trial. 16