Jackson Township School - Saxmuri Yearbook (Roanoke, IN)

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Mr. Meadows patiently explains a geometry proof to Susan Bauer and Dave Ritenour. Fundamentals, Formulas, and Figures Are the Bases for Math The Roanoke High School Mathematics Depart- ment is one of the best staffed and best equipped to be found anywhere. From the freshman year of algebra or general math through the senior year of college algebra and trigonometry, Roanoke ' s math students have the utmost opportunity to become proficient in the art of Euclid and Pythagoras. Entering freshmen must take either general math or Algebra I. Generally those who take algebra as freshmen, study geometry in their sophomore year. From here opportunity is open to the study of ad- vanced algebra for juniors and of college algebra and trigonometry for seniors. Popularity of math is evidenced by the many students who take it. These students are learning through the experience of practical math problems how to better interpret and solve common, every- day problems in later life. Many prepare for math as an occupation after further college training. Through the understanding of math principles which are stressed at Roanoke, unlimited oppor- tunity is open to the future mathematician. Mr, Ehlers helps Greg Brown, Karen Crow, and Donna Husband work problems in the 7th grade math class.

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V11 ' -Hi; If! Mrs. Wiedenhoeff seems pleased that Paul Swain finds the study of plant cells so interesting in biology class. Duone Baker holds the attention of his fellow students in the physics class as he demonstrates the principle of centrifugal force. Science Challenges RHS Pupils Science students at Roanoke School have some of the finest facilities and equipment that can be found in any school laboratory. Whether it ' s the dark room, the huge supply of chemicals, or the microscope, we have the instruments for an endless number of experiments at RHS. These available facilities coupled with fine instruction make our sci- ence department one of the top in the county. This year, for the first time, chemistry and physics were both offered. Along with biology, the Roanoke students have a solid three-year science curriculum. In biology the students learn of the life process of plants and animals. A great deal of time is spent in dissection and laboratory work as well as in discussion. In chemistry various elements and chemical structures along with the composition of materials are studied. Physics deals primarily with the study of light, sound, nuclear energy, and a material ' s physical structure. Steve Byall, Donna Trumbauer, and Phil Cooper make good use of Roanoke ' s well equipped laboratory in their study of chemistry.

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Alice Burton improves her delivery by setting off her words with gestures. Myra Corll works on o theme In grammar and composition class OS Mrs. Hudson looks on approvingly. Students Bridge the World Knowledge of People Learning how to communicate effectively with one another, and expressing our ideas accurately is a skill that we all try to improve. Aiding us in this pursuit are Mrs. Hudson, who teaches senior grammar and composition, English literature, and sophomore English; Mrs. Merckx, who teaches fresh- man and junior literature; and Mrs. Berglund, who teaches speech and developmental reading. During the freshman, sophomore, and junior years, the students are taught the basics of Eng- lish. Developmental reading may be taken by any- one from freshmen on up. This course helps the student to improve his reading comprehension and speed. Senior grammar and composition gives the students a chance to express themselves through writing. During the second semester English litera- ture is offered. In speech class students learn poise while speaking before a group. Giving various speeches, debating, and contributing to group dis- cussion keep the students busy. All these classes make up our excellent English department at R.H.S. Students in developmental reading tal e a power builder as Mrs. Berglund prepares to click the stop watch.