Brunswick Academy - Viking Yearbook (Lawrenceville, VA)

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Health, Activities Highlight Phys. Ed. Mr. Clary, Miss Cagle, and Mr. Woodruff are in charge of the Physical Education Department of Brunswick Academy. Under their leadership, the Eighth grade classes are taught health; the Freshman classes, driver education; and the Sophomore classes, first aid. In the gymnasium and on the playing fields these students are taught the fundamentals of sportsman- ship and fair play which they will need later in their lives. With the purchase of new equipment, tumbling is being offered in the Physical Education Depart- ment at Brunswick Academy. Upper left: E. Lawrence Clary, Jr., Boys’ P.E. and Drivers ' Ed. teach- er. Lower l eft: James E. Woodruff, Boys’ P.E., Drivers’ Ed. and First Aid teacher. Lower right: Miss Leigh Cagle, Girls ' P.E. and First Aid teacher. 19

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Mathematics Uses Logic And Skills Eighth grade students may take either Mathe- matics 8 or Pre-Algebra. The general course em- phasizes the practical application of mathematics. Pre-Algebra centers on the theory involved in familiar mathematical ideas. Math 9 is a course in basic, practical mathematics. Algebra I is the student’s first real step in preparing for college mathematics. In Geometry we develop a better understanding of the nature of a mathematical system and appreciate the basic structure of geometry. In Algebra II we try to create an understanding of algebra as a study of the structure of the system of complex numbers, recognize the techniques of alge- bra and comprehend the function concept. The course in Advanced Mathematics includes one semester on Trigonometry and one of Pre-Calculus. Upper right: Mrs. Grace Atkinson, Algebra II, Geometry, and Ad- vanced Math teacher. Lower left: Thomas E. Blick, Jr.. Pre-Algebra and Algebra I teacher. 18

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Social Studies Contemplate Man Our Social Studies program offers something of interest for every grade level. Eighth graders begin with American History which tells the story of the United States from colonial times to our modern space age. World History students read the story of ancient and medieval civilizations and relate it to the events of modern times. Geography classes study the physi- cal aspects of various countries and learn of their interdependence in trade and commerce. Sociology gives students the opportunity to study social prob- lems. Studying the events of the past and reading cur- rent news, Junior classes in American history review the growth of the nation. Government class combines the study of the formation of our system of govern- ment with current developments in politics. Upper right: Ronald L. Miller, Sociology and Work-Study teacher. Lower right: William E. Hewitt, World Geography and World History teacher. Lower left: Miss Pamela Gordon, American History and Government teacher. 20 l