Caddo Magnet High School - Odyssey Yearbook (Shreveport, LA)

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Freshman Sarah Kilpatrick and Alisha Skinner find Algebra I in Mr. Scott s classroom a new experience. The large colored graphics illustrate intersections and unions, making learning more enjoyable. Mrs. June Moore introduces the concept of pyramids to her geometry class. Do you believe the theory that aliens came and helped the Egyptians build the an- cient architecture. Mrs. Moore? primed for mathematics According to the math department, Charles Burnetts contributions have been without equal. He tirelessly offered his help whenever it was needed, and the product of his efforts will be longlasting and posi¬ tive. His energies have added to the efficiency of the administration and office staff. Li brarians Mrs. Daniel and Mrs. Timberlake gave Charles high marks because he al most singlehandedly computerized the li- brary inventory and check-out Systems. What dividends this work has brought to the school. A dedicated member of Mu Alpha Theta, Charles Burnett also upheld the ideals of National Honor Society. He has quietly served his student body with behind-the- scenes help in ali levels of mathematics and computer Science. He has done so unselfishly and honorably. An integral part of the Magnet success story, Charles Burnett has functioned well at literary rallies, too. He has outscored many in his contributions to the school. That about sums it up! A calculating whiz, Charles Burnett figures that math¬ ematica! computations and programs on the Apple II and IBM are no problem at ali. Math Department • 63

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Sometimes Algebra II can really drive students like senior Clay Cathey and junior Mare Cireno to the breaking point. An integral part of our lives . . . The math game In today’s high-tech society, mathemat- ics is a must. College curricula and job markets require students to display com- petence in a variety of mathematical disci plines. That’s why the Math department is such an integral part of the Magnet pro- gram. In A-wing youll find a math course for just about any future requirement. Consumer math students calculate the cost of living, interest rates, and depreci- ation values of the perplexing economy. The daily practical applications of math- ematies become quickly apparent to these students. The key factor in Algebra is to find the right solution. Mr. Scott, Mrs. Moore, and Mrs. Conger try to assist stu¬ dents in correlating the right numbers with the correct alphabetic symbols. Geometry students pursue a new angle in math as they consider theorems and attempt proofs. Mrs. Waguespack and Mrs. Awalt do offer several square sugges- tions, however, when they help students see the shapes of Geometry. Meanwhile Trigonometry students create new waves with their trig functions. Does anyone know the difference between a sine and a cosine? Somewhere in there must be a rela- tion? If that s not confusing enough, Ad¬ vanced Math presents a collage of trigo¬ nometry and advanced algebra. Ms. Can- non patiently deciphers the confusion for the brave juniors and seniors pursuing this course. She puts this college preparatory course into positively ciear terms. Of course, for most math students Cal¬ culus is the limit. Fantically discovering derivatives, students rely on the assistance of Mr. Sellers. He always finds a way to clarify the muddle of this mathematical maze. Thank goodness, there s a computer nearby and students can run problem pro- grams and let another brain figure the re- sults. Truly, the Math Department at Magnet High School with its diversity and depth, achieves for the curriculum and the future both balance and scale. Finally getting the answer is the best gratification of them ali as senior Mike Bodino discovers with his Calculus. 62 • Academics

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The curious and the courageous Social Sciences Probing deeply within the mind to dis- cover how a person feels and reacts. Seek- ing answers to age old questions of why some civilizations develop rapidly and oth- ers remain primitive. Gnlocking secrets of the psyche of man. Interested? Intriqued? If knowing what makes people tick sounds exciting, you have arrived! Magnefs Social Studies de- partment has much to offer! Take a trip to Washington D.C. with Mrs. Farmer, go with Mrs. Webb on an archaeological find in Monticello, or learn folk dancing from Gilles Tanguay. From civics to psycholo- gy, Magnet has it all. Gnsure of the differences between Marx- ism and democracy? Civics will leave no stone unturned in the quest to discover the true answers about government. Curious about commerce of other nations? Gnable to convert Liras and Bolivars into dollars? Economics promises more exposure to money, profit, and the price of gold than a tour of the New York Stock Exchange. Geography will take you from the bustle of New York City to the isolation of the Saha- ra Desert, across the North China Sea, and back to the G.S. through the port of San Francisco. Or, if your tastes run toward more basic training, try one of the many history courses. Go back in time to cross the Rubi¬ con with Julius Caesar. Build the pyramids with the Egyptions. Or, go back even far ther and invent the wheel with early man. Fire the first shot of the American Revolu- tion at Concord. Raise old glory on the battle fields of Iwo Jima. Perhaps the why of man’s accomplish- ments is what interests you. What do your dreams really mean? Let Sigmund Freud’s psychological interpretations force you to take a startling, new look at yourself. Are you inherently aggressive? Dodge the blows between hereditary and environment sociologists in this age old arguement. Skeptical? You say there’s no excite- ment in a classroom? Look again. Mag¬ nefs Social Studies department will sur- prise you. Cultural exchange is a common thing at Magnet such as a visit from Sharron Lowen. Thanks to the hard work of Mrs. Brand, Representa In Freshman Humanities, these students learn folk tive Buddy Roemer visits Magnet just as he has many dancing from Gilles Tanguay. times before. 64 • Academics