Broad Ripple High School - Riparian Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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ath, science stud natural laws To be a Homo sapien or not to be a Homo sapieng that is the questionf, The answer, which lies in the number of chromosomes in the body cells, proves again the connection between mathematics and science. Delving into the magical world of figures, angles, and equations, Ripplites gain a broad mathematical background ranging from general math to Math X or Calculus and including algebra and geometry. Complementing mathematical courses, Ripple's Science Department presents the opportunity to study biological, chemical, and physical sciences. Pupils of physical science gain a general knowledge of the earth and its make-up, while chemistry pupils study matter, energy, and the effects of their physical and chemical changes. General and advanced biology courses in- clude material covering the study of life from the uni- cellular amoeba and lower plants to the multi-cellular human, physics introduces the natural laws governing the environments of these forms of life. Preparing for an experiment, Steve Tague and Steve Wood meticulously weigh a chemical on an analytical balance. As an introduction to the study of the human anatomy, advanced biology pupils Steve Bro-Wne and Nancy Krueger raise white mice for a comparative study of mammals. X. r 4 Q 'N 4 . at t W4 'f 52521 fa if . it 27

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A binary counter clarifies the ubase two number system for Algebra lg pupils Dave Bowers and Steve Chivington. 26 Prepared to tackle a difficult problem, Trigonometry pu- pils Bill Royer and Bette Eib explain a demonstrative slide rule. National Science Foundation students Harriet Bickell and Marianne lVfulrey demonstrate a Van de Graaff generator. ipltwf,f mg,,, 4 fa- f . ,,, ,

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Realistic chalk textures and highlights chal- lenge Art ll pupil Anne Walton to sketch still life with detailed accuracy. Music theory pupils Kim Hauseman, Patty Graus, and Carolyn Ward build triads and chords on model keyboards. Fine arts develop skills through hobb With intense precision, lzlcr Solomon conducts the Indi- anapolis Symphony Orchestra's annual concert at Ripple. Filling Rippleis halls with the sound of golden lyrics and the sight of artistic designing, pupils in the fine arts departments contribute to school cultural growth and achievement. The Music Department offers opportunities for singers and instrumentalists alike. Vocal music train- ing begins with a general course in Chorus I and con- tinues upon merit of ability and talent to specialized studies .in Golden Singers and Madrigals. Theory classes study the basic principles of musical composi- tion in classical and modern pieces. Instrumental music courses offer instruction at all levels for a wide range of instruments. Advanced pupils have the op- portunity to play in Ripple's Orchestra or Band. Through the wanderings of a pencil, the carvings of a knife, or the stroke of a brush, art pupils utilize the opportunity to express themselves in sketches, sculpture, and paintings. A full eight semesters of possible art courses give pupils a chance to mix principles of color, design, and texture with their own personal tastes. In Ceramics and Craft Art pupils develop the ability to transform such common me- diums as clay, paper, and leather into creative beauty of practical application.