J Sterling Morton West High School - Talon Yearbook (Berwyn, IL)

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T i sliii ll i Al Keating points out to Russell Bartos and Sandra Soab the fundamen- tals of a physical science experiment. Physical science was a new science course instituted this year in the departmenfs curriculum. By performing experiments simulating the changing conditions of the earth's surface, students enrolled in earth science are able to understand clearly the physical aspects of the earth. Bob Oslak concentrates on the bacteria he is studying in his ad- vanced biology elass. The use of the microscope enables him to see the otherwise invisible organisms. 1 v 1

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In their advanced chemistry class, Phil Schaadt and Janice Matejko team up with the excellent facilities of Morton's chemistry labora- tory successfully to complete an experiment. Earth Science Classes Employ Weather Station in Classwork Science is an all important part of everyday living in this present age of scientific achievements. It is because of this fact that Morton requires that every student successfully complete one year of general science or biology during his freshman year. Most students, however, choose to take more than just one year of science, and lVl0rton's Science Depart- ment offers an extremely interesting variety of subjects. Chemistry, physics, earth science, and introductory physical science are available in addition to the courses in general science and biology. An honors program in science is also offered in biology, chemistry, advanced chemistry, and physics. During this past year, earth science classes reconstructed the weather station in the A-wing courtyard that was previously removed during the construction of the new ad- dition. lncoming freshmen also participated in the lllinois State Summer Program for Gifted Students in Mathematics and Science held here at West. In one of the team-teaching chemistry classes, Mr. D. Verdeyen checks John Rostls luminous rlial watch that registers radioactivity on a machine similar to a Geiger counter.

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. George Kacena leafs through a daily newspaper to catch up on the major ,events of the day. An essential part of current history is to study current periodical literature. Sharon Stegenga watches as Mr. A. Weyerstall adjusts the dial on the lie detector. By observing the administration of a lie detector test, psychology students learn the use of the apparatus in our society. Cindy Gentry carefully studies a chapter in her American history book. Cindy, like all other Morton juniors, is required to complete two semesters of American history in her third year.