Concord High School - Concordian Yearbook (Elkhart, IN)

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Emphasis Is Being Today when the element which governs our very liveli- hood is science we will find that here at Concord more and more emphasis is being placed on our courses in science, biol- ogy, and mathematics by our very capable teachers of these subjects. Students are becom- ing more and more aware of what our world is going to be like in the future through these courses. MI. Gwaltney shows Larry Grooms how to place the bunsen burner for best results in his chemistry experiment. Our science department is headed by Ethan E. Gwaltney who has been well trained for this position. Mr. Gwaltney has an A. B. degree and he attended Evansville College and Indiana University. He teaches chemistry, physics, and drivers'training. Mr. Gwalt- ney is always informing his classes of the latest scientific inventions and encouraging discussions of these vital topics. In addition to his teaching duties he has assumed the responsibility of being the sponsor ofthe junior class. His enthusiasm and vitality in- spire all of his students. Wayne Hoke is completely absorbed during his semester physics' exam over the problem of how to measure horsepower, for physics is not all experiments, it involves a great deal of book work also.

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Are Interesting Only through the regular courses of study can Concord's school spirit become completely harmon- ious. Here the students and teachers strive to learn from one another. Concord in the classroom suggests not only an enjoyable period of time but a worth- while and successful one as well. Within the walls of our classrooms we are prepared for our future by the courses in English, history, mathematics, music, science, mechanical drawing, Latin, art, home economics, and business. A sense of individualism is developed in each student as he learns to accept responsibility and self-reliance in co-operation with others to attain his goals. We delve into the secrets of nature. We learn to be good hostesses. We discover the intricacies of mechanics

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Placed n Science Ralph R. Myers heads the bi- ology and health departments. Mr. Myers has a B. A. degree and he attended Goshen College, Man- chester College, and Indiana Uni- versity. Mr. Myers never goes anywhere but what he is looking for something to add to his biological collection to further the education of his students. In addition to his busy teaching schedule Mr. Myers has found time totsponsor the senior class which in itself is a full time job. Mr. Myers is a favorite with all students because of his easy- going manner. Mr. Myers points out on the map the spot in Florida where he found the pencil urchin he is holding. world. Terry McCall and Wendell Hartman record on their papers what they have learned through the dissection of a crab. 29 In our biology classes we study the science of life Through the dissection of animals the study of growth through microscopes and interesting field trips we learn more about the plant and animal