Chester High School - Cestrian Yearbook (Chester, SC)

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Mrs. Wfylie, Librar- ian. and Miss Mc- Cord busy in the library with Amer- ican history stu- dents. Mrs. Hendrix's World history classes use maps constantly. 1,5 1 of J Mrs. McDonald's seventh graders learning about Miss McCord's American history classes gather natural growth around them. interesting relics of our past, some of these dat ing to pre-Revolutionary days in America fl' 'pn ' MUSEUM smnnm cu H1 M If ? BY HEWBER5 OF sg ' JMEDIK-1VH!570Rlf! 155 5 ,Q 2' 2, - r

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HISTORY AND SOCIAL SCIENCE .55 if QW I 1 I .xp at 7.4 te: Mrs. Hendrix, World history teacher, and Miss McCord, American history teacher, pinpoint some of our world trouble spots today. Mrs. X i 'Cx Man and His World Are Topics of Our History and Social Science Classes HE SONS OP LIBERTY, The Declaration of Independence, The Constitution, The Golden Age of Greece, The Glory of the Great Roman Empire-these are among the varied and interesting topics discovered in our history studies. A thorough background in our American history is required for graduation. Our American history room is one of the most interesting in the high school. One finds there at times fascinating displays-firearms-and relics dating back to revolutionary days-costumes our forefathers wore, interesting letters and documents preserved for generations by families who lend them to us for wonderful displays, and attractive pictures depicting our past and present. The study of our own heritage gives us a greater respect for our forefathers, a wide knowledge of the mechanics of our govern- ment, a deeper appreciation of our democracy, and a greater concern for our responsibilities as citizens. Through our world history classes we learn more about our sur- sounding world and its fabulous history. We are made aware of the contributions of people who lived centuries ago. We learn of colorful empires that existed and their relation to our life today. Our world geography gives us a fascinating picture of man and his natural environment. We enjoy many wonderful vivid films as a part of this study. Our history courses and world geography give us not only a better understanding of our own country and its government but also a valuable knowledge of other countries, their forms of government, and our relation to them. Mrs. McDonald, Miss Johnson, .iPratt, Mr. Misenheimer teach social science subjeczlin niorl high. it Ely if 1 f ,- WWW VX xx R. SSS- 'xi' xg 'X 1 0 W H E :J 19' V X

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WIZARDS TACKLE MATHEMATICAL PROBL fa -1- bf I af 4- Zab 4- bf ag Z bg 4- cl and . . . . These and many other phases are often repeated in our seven math courses. Our classes range from the simplest mathematics to the most difhcult prob- lems in trig and preparatory college algebra. Algebra courses contain the mysteries of formulas, signed numbers, and exponents. Often are the times when we math students get together to work out the more intricate algebraic problems. In plane and solid geometry we work together solving problems, drawing figures, and constructing, attractive colorful cardboard geometric designs. We memorize formulas and learn to work out propor- tions. We learn to appreciate the value of symmetrical geometric designs in so many phases of our life today. Much emphasis is placed upon the value of a solid mathematics background for the more complicated Helds of engineering, chemistry, and physics of today. Our school is trying to meet the need for a thorough well-taught math background with the seven courses in the various mathematics that we offer. Many of the problems of todayis business world can be solved if students possess an adequate mathematical knowl- edge. Typical scene in the Geometry classroom. 4' XX Miss Bailey, Algebra and Trig teacher, Miss Bigham, Geometry instructor, and Mrs. Heckle, junior Mathematics observing stu- dents work. Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Nichols, Mrs. Rash, Mr. Shealy all teach Math in junior high. Mr. Patrick, special education. Miss Bailey uses her math ability in designing beautiful symmetrical bulletin boards.