Kecoughtan High School - Tomahawk Yearbook (Hampton, VA)

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Science Marnie Robinson and Linda Schaller prepare a chemical experi- ment for observation. Mrs. Gail C. Russell B.A., Westhampton College Biology, Physical Education Mr. Robert T. Cronau B.A., University of Vi rginia Physics, Chemistry Physics and physiology are the two new branches of study which have been added to the science department curriculum this year. Mrs. Gail Russell, chairman of the department, teaches physiology to a selective group of col- lege preparatory students. This course provides the students with an advanced knowledge of human anatomy. Physics is taught by Mr. Robert Cronau. This course consists of studies in the changes of matter and energy. Microscopic work, dissecting, and study through viewing films and slides are all in- Mr. Hensley ' s biology class works on an assignment for a coming test. Miss Elizabeth K. Fuqua A.B., Meredith College Biology, Chemistry Sponsor: G.A.A. Miss Patricia L. Rowland B.S., Tennessee Polytechnic Institute Biology Sponsor: Chem-Phy Club Miss Phyllis J. Dudley A.B., East Carolina Coll.ege Chemistry Sponsor: V.F.C. Chem-Phy Club 26

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Arts Mrs. Jean H. Curtis B.M.Ed. Longwood College Daily rehearsals improve the quality of the A ' Copella choir. Mr. Barley relaxes during a night practice to discuss future concert plans. Mr. William Barley and Mrs. Jean Curtis to- gether work many long and hard hours to provide musical entertainment for the community, and various civic clubs, as well as for Kecoughtan High School. The band, under the direction of Mr. Barley, plays for students at pep rallies, concerts, and assemblies and also appears in local parades. The band sends many participants to local and state competitions where they ably represent the talented students of KHS. Two Kecoughtan band students are to tour Europe with the All Student U.S.A. during the summer. As chorus director, Mrs. Jean Curtis leads A ' Cappella Choir, Girls ' Chorus, and Mixed Chorus. Because of the many hours of practice that both Mrs. Curtis and her students put into their work, their presentations are always a pleas- ure for the audience. This is testified to by the constant request for their appearance before vari- ous groups as well as the reception they receive at school performances and concerts. The Kecough- tan choral groups also had several candidates chosen for All-State Chorus. 25

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Studies eluded in the biology curriculum. This course offers a study of the structures and functions of both plant and animal life. Chemistry presents to the students a pro- gram concentrating on the nature and com- position of matter. Laboratory experiments and practices, and the study of common elements and chemical equations are features of the subject field offered. An updated program and new facilities make science a living study for Kecoughtan ' s scientists of tomorrow. Use of microscopes enables the students to further their study of one-celled organisms. Mr. Cronau ' s physics class intensely awaits the outcome of an experiment. Mrs. Martha P. Woods B.A., University of Richmond Biology Co-Sponsor: Biology Club Mr. J. Robert Croft B.S., Old Dominion College Biology, Physical Education Mr. Peter G. Trover A.B., M.S., University of Illinois Biology Sponsor: Kecoughtan Biological Society Mr. Arlen W. Hensley B.S., East Tennessee State University Physical Education Biology Coach: V. Football (Asst.) J.V. Baseball 27