Denver Lutheran High School - Lantern Yearbook (Denver, CO)

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Preparing Us for ihe Present and fhe Fufure Guidance Mr. Merz, LHS Guidance Direc- tor, has a versatile job. He helps kids plan for after high school and helps them deal with their per- sonal and social problems during their high school years. He also participates in the academic pro- gram and with registration. Mr. Merz meets a lot of different needs for kids that can ' t be taken care of in the classroom or in activities. This year, he started a new pro- gram: Peer Counseling. He likes what he does, because ... I think I am especially privileged as a school counselor because there are times when I actually see the soul of another individual. Mr. Merz (top), in his office, must do a great job, considering all Ihe happy laces shown here! 9»rictly Business Along with typing, Mrs. Russ teaches Business Law. In this class, students deal with contracts, bailments, organizations, in- surance, bank information, and real estate properties. They also have a mote case using laws. Mrs. Russ enjoys teaching this particular course because, as she says, I think business makes the world go around. It looks as if Mrs. Russ has some business to discuss with Bill. 58

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Liierafure, Composition, Writing, Re-Wriiing, If s All Mr. Sloan (upper left) prepares tor his Mass Media class. Mrs. Broughlon (left) in a familiar pose - beside her model of Shakespeare ' s Globe Theatre. Mr. Kirch (above) jots down some poetry for his Creative Writing class. English For yet aiiolhcr year, tlu ' lour hardworking members of the I MS f.nglish (lepartmeiil Ms. Banko, Mrs. Broiij hton, Mr. Kirch, am Department Hearl Mr. Sloan — taught students to read, write, S|)eak, and appreciate the written and s|)oken word. Freshmen were introduced to Shakespeare as they read Rumeu dnd luliet, while sophomores studied drama and the short story. Juniors were faced with one of the most mind- boggling realities of their high school career: The Research Paper! And seniors were able to pursue their own interests i)y choosing from among a variety of electives. Without a doul)t, each LUS stu- dent ended the school year more literate than he or she began it! Mrs, Wanberg (Icfl) eng iges in some J creative thought as she plans the next art pro|eit. Mr. Aufdemberge helps his art studenis with Christmas decorations. 57

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what Makes Us Tick? Science The Science curriculum at Lutheran High School consists of physics and chemistry, taught by Mr. Brandhorst, and physical science and two levels of biology, taught by Mr. Von Rentzell. One of the things students remember best about science is the many labs they do. Both teachers in this department obviously love what they do. Mr. Von Rentzell states, I ' m not a wizard, but I sure do love teaching science. Science is fascinating to me. It ' s not just what it is — you also learn how it works! He goes on to say that in his classes, we talk as much about life as we talk about the process of life. Mr. B. likes teaching because It ' s neat to watch people ' s eyes light up when they understand something. Ar. Von often brings unusual visitors lo class (above right). At left, he drives home a point to his students. Mr. Brandhorst (right) listens arefully to what students have to say. 59