Markleville High School - Arabian Yearbook (Markleville, IN)

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Students Develop an Interest in Science Three science courses were taught at Markleville High School this year. The freshman students were required to take Biology. They learned the classifi- cation of plant and animal life, the proper use of the microscope, and the methods of dissecting various specimens. The juniors and seniors were offered classes in Chemistry and Psychology. Chemistry students studied the chemical makeup of both living and nonliving matter. In Psychology class the students observed and questioned the activities of the mind. Dissecting takes skill, patience, and fortitude Obtaining the necessary chemicals for an experiment chemistry class is Bob Fox. Class discussion seems to be the best method of self-expression. Becoming amused over the results of an acid test is Evan Thompson.

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Speech Class Presents Easter Convocation Students in Speech Class shared in a variety of activities. Pantomimes, debates, and sales talks brought many individuals out of their shells. The students in Speech Class learned to talk effectively and to have more confidence in front of a group. Spur of the moment talks challenged the speaker ' s thinking ability. Speech proved to be a worthwhile class for every student taking part. Everyone learned to work on his own initiative and in a group. Glancing at notes Ross Fadely prepares to give a speech. Discussing their rebuttal during debates are Tim Lambert and Participating in skits was fun, as shown by Linda Luellen and Wyetta Coleman. Wyetta Coleman. During the choralogue, the speech choir waits to read their parts.

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Math Prepares Students for a Modern World Mathematics is becoming a vital part in everyones education in our scientific world. The math depart- ment is trying to fulfill this part by hard work and understanding. One year of Mathematics is required in High School before you can receive a diploma. This is usually taken in the freshman year as Algebra or General Math. The advanced students go on into a five year program of Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, and College Math. In College Math, Mike Stohler and Tim Begley, concentrate during a test. Students listen while Mr. Markle explains a problem in Algebra During Algebra II class, Mr. Eckhardt instructs his pupils at the chalkboard. %i College Math students work together on a series of calculus problems.