Charlestown High School - Pirates Yearbook (Charlestown, IN)

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Mr. Dean gives a helping hand in Algebra II class. Mrs. Wiggs demonstrates an experiment in Chemistry class. Mr. Narron displays his skill with the compass in geome- try class.

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Pre-Algebra New at CHS For the student blessed with an unusual amount of reasoning ability, math and science courses can be interesting and even fun. The CHS curriculum includes a wide variety of subjects, making it possible to major in either field. Math courses range from Mrs. Ehringefs new pre-algebra courses to advanced math, the study of trigonometry and calculus, taught by Mr. Narron. The science courses, which include the biological as well as the physical sciences, rely on first-hand learning rather than just text- book material. The CHS student can personally experience the scientific phenomenon he reads about through experiments conducted by Mr. Friend tin physical sciencea and Mrs. Wiggs tin chemistryL while biology students of Mrs. Stie- gel and Mrs. Wiggs learn about anatomy by dis- secting various animals. Mark Bledsoe discovers what a hair really looks like. David Grote adds a final touch th

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Senior English Becomes Elective Making senior English an elective rather t t a requirement was a new development in English department this year. In the freshm sophomore, and junior years, each student o the opportunity to learn to his full capacity . cause three different levels of English are offer for each grade. To promote cultural intere English and speech teachers took groups of st dents to the Steamboat Cabin Theater produ tions of The Crucible and The Odd Couple. Speech class teaches you how to enjoy ma ing a fool of yourself? quipped one stude dressed as a chicken. In addition to deliveri: ?1 formal and informal speeches, students get t chance to star in one of Mrs. Merillat,s hilario ; productions. K David Ogden relaxes as he reads in English class. Mrs. Gilbert and student teacher, Mr. Thickston. Mary Palmer delivers a thought-provoking speech.