Ipswich High School - Tiger Yearbook (Ipswich, MA)

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SCIENCE The Science Department Passing through the IHS Science Department is an experience which transcends the ordinary limits of physics, slipping into the realm of metaphysics. As new converts in ba- sic biology, we were bombarded with a flurry of instructive packets. Clock- watching became our sole source of entertainment. During sophomore year, the witnessing of “awesome de- mos” mesmerized us. We learned a new way of worship in the chanting of the elements song, and were deemed “geeks” and “triple re- treads. Intuitively, as juniors we flocked to physics softball. Unfortu- nately, the earth’s gravitational force plucked Mr. Quigley from our midst. His replacement demonstrated sheer spiritual stamina and a strong hand as he brought an Eastern influence to our Western thought. We were thus reborn into Biology. Our biological bibles are bigger and better than any before as we continue our pilgrimage toward higher knowledge and greater spiritual awareness . . . Torie Hopkins (Lab Technician)

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE - r » The Foreign Language Department Foreign — Belonging to or concerned with another nation Language — Vocal symbols by means of which human beings interact and communicate Department — Separate division or branch, as in government organiza- tions, business, retail, stores, or schools According to The Scribner Bantam English Dictionary, that is the defini- tion of a foreign language depart- ment. But here at Ipswich High School, it is much more. The teach- ers have given students the opportu- nity to blossom, experiment, and ex- perience something different from math or science — a change from for- mulas and equations to accents and tones. French, Spanish, Russian, and Latin have been a much needed di- version from the core requirements at IHS. Although all of these teachers employ their own individual teaching methods, they are all working to- wards the same goal — to be the best educators any student could have. Keisha Anderson Richard Ladd, Dept. Karen Ferris Chuck Holman Shirley Brophy Head 13

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BUSINESS AND LIBRARY The Business Department The Business Department pro- vides an exploratory experience for students going to college as well as providing entry level training for those going directly into the job mar- ket. Another aspect of the Business De- partment is the business club, Busi- ness Professionals of America, other- wise known as OEA. The business club has been at Ipswich since 1974 and provides an opportunity for stu- dents to test their business skills. Ev- ery spring, members of the business club enter a state and national con- test where they always perform ex- ceptionally well. This demonstrates the commitment of our business teachers, as well as the enthusiasm of the students. Brandee Sotiropolous Margaret Townsend Librarian Aides: Marge Brown Nancy Beaulieu Lucille Henrick, Dept. Jean Emerson Marianne Tozier Head 15