Central High School - Analecta Yearbook (Switz City, IN)

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ath Courses Emphasize Logical Thinking James Dyer volunteers an answer in Mr. Hasler's Math Class. Wu. , Ned Malone learns theory of space geometry with help of sphere. Mathematics in some form is essential to all. Freshmen have their choice of two courses. General mathematics gives a complete review of arithmetic, as well as introducing new mathematical concepts. After the principle of mathematics are understood, practical problems in consumer, business, and indus- trial mathematics are worked. Algebra is the basic beginning of all higher mathematics courses. Sophomores who take plane geometry learn the technique of formal mathematical proof and con- struction of geometrical figures. Juniors and seniors taking trigonometry and solid geometry are better able to understand the work of engineers and scientist. ' Jas f' ig!! -' 4331, X wig - Puzzled with an Algebra problem, Judy Guthery asks the help of Mr. Miller.

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Chemistry students, Bill Haines and Frank Lindsey, perform an experiment in the new laboratory. 'ii Science Students Discover New World x Because of the increased interest in science and the added emphasis on science caused by space flights, medical research, and college entrance re- quirements, science courses at Central have become more popular. Biology I or General Science are required of the Freshmen. Biology pupils study methods of soil con- servation, the structure of plant and animal cells, and the fundamental principles of heredity. A new course, Biology ll, was added this year. Chemistry, offered to juniors and seniors, is the study of the science of chemical changes. Students studying chemistry, after learning the common ele- ments and their relationships to one another, master the composition of matter and the reactions of ele- ments when combined. James Hauser and Fred Peavey begin to dissect a frog in Biology

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Classes Learn Grammar, Build Word Power Gary York articulates expressively in English Class. Tape recorder is used by Larry Pletch to help his Spanish diction. The ability to communicate easily with people in speaking and writing is obtained through the study of English. ln his grammar courses the student learns to express his ideas in correct sentences and para- graphs. By studying selected literature, he can recog- nize good compositiong and in turn use it in his own writing. He will then learn to appreciate and under- stand good English in everyday life. Spanish III is offered to students wishing to con- tinue their study of Spanish cultures. Learning to speak and translate fluently in the foreign language was considered quite an accomplishment by many of the students. A tape recorder and earphones in the Spanish class improve student's pronunciation and vocabulary. By studying Spanish, students better understand the English vocabulary and grammar. Senior English students do research for group discussion. A rn rf Q