Frankfurt American High School - Focus Yearbook (Frankfurt, Germany)

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64161466 Mixing chemicals, dissecting frogs, producing electricity -- these are just a few examples of what is in store for the student taking biology, chemistry, or physics. An Applied Science course awaits those who want merely a basic knowledge of the three. ' Students with interest and ability are given the opportunity to work as laboratory assistants in the various sciences. More advanced students in biology are grouped together in special sections. If a student is merely interested in sampling the area of science, he is allowed to register for any science course. However, for chemistry it is suggested that one year of algebra and one year of geometry be considered pre-requisites. As a requirement for graduation, a student must complete two years of study inthe laboratory sciences. Students exploring the world of science are directed in their efforts by Mr. Harold Corbin, head of the Science department, Miss Jean Johnson, Mrs. Lucy Pryde, Mr. Gene Becker, Mr. Patrick Brunelle, Mr. Robert Hartman, Mr. Henry Schofer, and Mr. William O'Mealy, Physics, a senior subject, teaches students the basic princi- ples of force generated by mat- ter and energy working on each other. Bonnie Simenson, Robert Lapin, Wendy Woodruff, Barbara Lewis, and Roger Fontes ftop, rightj experiment with the spring balance to gain a greater under- standing of an important physical law. Juniors learn about the com- positions and reactions of ele- ments during chemistry classes. Mr. Brunelle explains one of the many math problems dealing with c hem i c al reactions, fsecond, rightj Proof that heat and cold affect metal substances is observed by Mike Wilson, Kathy Barr, Brad Fairman, Steve Blake, Gene Betit, Peter Carels, Calvin Garner, and Gary Liedecker. lthird, rightj At F.H.S. biology is the major science course offered to soph- omores. Miss Johnson briefs Harry Trost ffourth, rightj on an assignment after clas s. Sur- rounded by the test tubes and holders in the lab, Jerry Zim- mermann Qfifth, rightj deftly measures chemic als for an experiment while one of his classmates freely gives advice. Earnie Armstrong fbottom, rightj shows the class organs of a per- served animal and explains their functions. A perfect dissection is one of the most exciting and satisfying moments of a biology class. So it is with this class fbottom, rightj comparing the models in their books with the results in their cutting pans.

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Understanding the past actions of the people of the world so that the present age becomes more comprehensible is the reason for history. World History attempts to give Sophomores a compre- hensive knowledge of the back- grounds of all countries and their relationship with each other. The study of Asia ftopy is just a small part of the whole.'Often students must write essays or answer questions about material presented. fsecond, lefty Ameri- can History fthird, lefty helps the student to appreciate his own country and learn what standards have been set for him to follow. International Relations presents explanations for the problems facing the present world. Jerry Youngblood ffourth lefty studies the newspaper on Miss Loennig's bulletin board prior to the class 's current events discussion. The spots currently being studied are starred and named to help find them. American Government explains the democratic system and helps one realize one's duties as Americans. Mr. Moss points out electoral districts to Larry Price and Tim Sherwood ffifth lefty.'To explain the intricacies of the Federal Court system, Mr. Moss's classes held mock trials fbottomy. Social Studded The Social Studies Department, headed by Miss Alta McClellan, offers a variety ofsubjects consisting of World History, United States History, psychology, International Relations, United States Government, and career planning. All classes with the exceptions of psychology and career planning are basically designed to broaden the students' knowledge of important world situations and to help him form an association with current events and historical happenings of the past,while psychology courses emphasize the behavior pattern of the mind in an effort to help the student understand why individuals act and react as they do. In addition to class participation students are graded on outside projects. The most popular ofthese projects is the term paper covering an assigned subject or one chosen by the student. Maps illustrating current hot spots or historical points are also widely utilized as projects. Students are expected to sup- plement textbook material with additional outside reading on facets of their courses which arouse their individual interest. World History, which forms a foundation for American History, United States Government and International Relations, is taught to sophomores by Miss Alta McClellan, Mr. Edward Koch, and Mr. Thomas Nocito, Junior classes in United States History are taught by Mr. Jerome Buxkemper, Miss Joan Costello, Miss Lucelia Frazer, and Mr. Robert Moss. Seniors taking International Relations and psychology are taught by Miss Emily Loennig and Miss Lucelia Frazer. respectively. American Government, taught by Miss Emily Loennig and Mr. Robert Moss, is a mandatory subject for all seniors. Mr. Glenn Stevens teaches career planning.

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Wlazdmuaw To find one's way through the mathematical maze, one must have a logical mind, a good memory, tenacity of purpose and lots of time. Miss Stewart ftop leftj demonstrates the use of one of the many formulas that her trig student must have at the tips of their fingers at all times. Geometry students become adept in the use of two different instru- m e nts. Harry Burchstead fsec- ond lefty prepares to measure a circle witha protractor and Eddie Gross fthird lefty draws anearly perfect circle with a compass. A larger version of the latter used for board work is manipulatedby Jeff Rogers ffourth leftj. Algebra classes must apply themselves to the acquisition of new skills which take time to perfect. Mr. Jackman ffifth lefty explains a new formula to his Algebra class. Awards in this strenuous field are highly coveted. The three top students fbottom leftjgwinners of- the F.H.S. branch of the National Contest in High School Mathe- matics are fleft to rightJRichard Lacey, Mark Goldenberg, and Karl Friberg. One can easily see that a typical day in math class fbottom rightj is usually a chal- lenging experience. Wim!! Dopcvufmenzf 5..4..3..2..1..O Blast off! Another rocket is suc- cessfully in orbit. Every part works to perfection and is co-ordinated mathematically with every other part. Miss Solman, this proportion.just won't work out right! Yearbook staff members crop pictures to exact measurements to fit into certain places. Scientists and high school students both need mathe- matics to successfully complete their jobs. The two years of mathematics, algebra I and plane geometry, that are required for graduation from F.H.S. form the basis uponwhich allthe sciences and higher forms of mathematics are built. They introduce the student to the intricacies of variable numbers and develop his logical thinking process using the step-by-step proof of geometric theortuns. With this foundation the student is ready for the next step, algebra ll, which plunges him into proportions and imaginary numbers. Advanced Mathematics and Trigonometry, subjects for the very advanced student, enable.them to supply knowledge learned thus far to specific situations. Trigonometry delves into themeasurement of triangles that the student had previously only been given a taste of in Geometry. This year, the math department formed amathematics club composed of those students who seemed to be potential high scorers for the National Contest in High School Mathematics sponsored by the Mathematical Associ- ation of America. The members reviewed math skills and theory for use in problems much more difficult than those ordinarily given in math courses. Six of the fifteen members were selected to take the test and three of those six qualified for the final team by making a combined score of 302.5 points. These students have set a precedent by being the first Juniors in Advanced Mathematics courses at F,H.S. A college math course is envisioned for them for next year.