Longmeadow High School - Masacksic Yearbook (Longmeadow, MA)

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What could be more memorable than a science lab period enlivened by teacher demonstrations? Thanks to our ingenious and courageous science department, these experiments are frequent. Mr. Suzor (better known as Rocket Ray ) is famous for set- ting off chemical explosions in front of his attentive classes. No lab block is without surprises in Rocket Ray ' s class. A room darkened for some shadowy experiments is a sure target for unexpected fireworks, and any discussion on hydrogen offers a perfect opportunity for the Rocket Man to demon- strate his hydrogen-heat reactions. There are times when Mr. Suzor ' s class gets al- most as excited as he does! In physics, there is nothing to compare with Mr. Hooper ' s no-fault car-down-hill demonstration. After a fascinating lecture on force vectors and gravity, Mr. Hooper attempted to show the applica- tion of the theory. He brought in a Tonka Toy truck and spent the block trying to roll it down a slope. Unknown to Mr. Hooper, however, the front wheels were jammed, and the truck re- mained at the top of the hill, dis- proving his entire explanation. Hoop calls of frustration filled the classroom, and in a fit of rage the disillusioned teacher vio- lently threw down the truck and stamped on it, demonstrating still another principle: the superior force of Mr. Hooper over a Tonka Toy truck. These episodes clearly illustrate the madness in the science depart- ment. Teacher demonstrations are a lot of fun and a refreshing break from routine material on photosyn- thesis, mitosis, or acceleration. Per- haps with time and practice, these presentations may even become educational learning experiences. - 19

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Ains Bri haracter to LHS The A. B.C. program entered its third year at Longmeadow with new home sponsors. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, who were previously in charge of the A. B.C. house, moved to Vermont with their son. Dr. and Mrs. Wilson, and fresh- man Eileen, were the new fam- ily of the A. B.C. students. Like last year, the individuals in the program became involved in many school and community functions, from Basketball and Class Council to National Honor Society. During an interview with Senior Greg Allison, he stated that L.H.S. let me be what I wanted to be. He learned that people are people regardless of race. Greg realized that others were expecting him to succeed in school, scholasti- cally, socially, and personally. When asked what he enjoyed most at L.H.S., Greg replied, Catching a touchdown pass in the East Longmeadow game. Many A. B.C. students find that the pressures are strong at Longmeadow and the competition is harder than at most other schools. There are demands that have to be fulfilled, and at times the students are placed in difficult situations, the learning, however, has been beneficial in the A. B.C. experience. 20